Marianne from Style For Living has such a refined style and this post is just another example of the classic designs that she in inspired by and produces herself (her office...stunning). Hope you enjoy this little treat from her and thank you again so much my dear, sending you a big Aloha from the island of Maui!!!
First off, I cannot tell you how much I wish I was in Maui right now! I have no doubt Melissa is having the best time. I guess we'll all have to live vicariously through her for now! I am completely honored to be here today sharing my Top 10 with you all. My Top 10 list includes must haves for my dream home. One can dream, non?
10.
A classic and timeless exterior. I adore painted brick, the detailed railing, gravel drive, hanging lanterns and the boxwoods in pretty pots. You could say I L.O.V.E. it all!
9.
An open and inviting entry. My current house is only one story, so I dream of having an open foyer and grand staircase. Aren't the paneled walls gorgeous?! I think so.
via Victoria Hagan
8.
A relaxing retreat. Once again, classic elements in soothing neutral colors. So me!
7.
I love the idea of a bunk room. I could see my niece having friends hang out in here or even a fun place for out of town guests. Who am I kidding??? ... I wouldn't mind hanging out in here with my stack of favorite design magazines and a cup of tea!
6.
A nice big walk-in shower. Who doesn't want one of these! I especially LOVE the window! This shower is perfection in my book!
5.
An outdoor pool with a charming pool house. Living in Seattle is not the most ideal place to have an outdoor pool, but it's my dream house and I'll hire someone to take care of it! Perfect for our small handful of hot summer days. Seriously, it's only a handful... so sad.
4.
A warm and cozy breakfast nook. Wish I had room for this in my current home! The wing chairs are incredible and look so comfortable. I'm really drawn to the black walls and cabinets, too. Yes, please!
3.
An herb garden. Since I love to cook, I'd love a space like this to go and get fresh herbs anytime I need them. I guess I could do this at my current house, but I haven't done it yet.
via Daily Mail UK
2.
A well appointed and much larger kitchen than I already have. How great are these built in shelves showcasing copper cookware!? Divine!
And, the #1 element to my dream house...
A detached design studio to work in! I do work from home now, but I'm starting to outgrow my office space. I dream of building something charming like this! One day, my friends, one day.
I hope you enjoyed my tour and I guess I'd better go out and buy a lottery ticket, pronto!
Thank you again, Melissa for having me here today! This was so much fun to put together! xo
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16 comments:
One question...can I come visit you? And possibly overstay my welcome? LOVE all that you are loving, so beautiful...and its all so timeless, also love painted brick! And a separate design studio...heck yea! That is where you would find me 24/7! On a side note, Melissa I am just putting it out there that I am officially jealous that you are in Maui. Since I am about to collapse from moving, a tropical vaca sounds perfect, Maui being number one on my list!
Beautiful rooms, that entrance is just gorgeous. A staircase is a must for my next home.
Um, did you read my mind? Every bit of this would be fabulous!
LOVE all of this! Love the idea of an outdoor studio. Can I come stay with you? I'm neat, I'm clean and I'm organized!! Ha. Have a great weekend!
Sign me up for this dream house! You hit the nail on the head I have no doubt that you will have at least 8 of the 10 . I even surprised myself with how smitten I am with that herb garden;))) thanks for sharing your vision.
Love everything you picked! I definitely want open shelving in my kitchen and a breakfast nook would be perfection!
Great dream house! I am in love with those glass cabinets in the breakfast nook shot. I also like the idea of privacy curtains in the bunk room - great ideas all :)
Thank you so much for including me in your new series! Loved being a part of it and had so much fun narrowing down my dream home! Aloha! xo
Doesn't Marianne just have EXCEPTIONAL taste? I love everything she picked out. I would just need a stylish step stool to reach the copper pots...see, I'm already moved in mentally.
My dream apartment will be a mix of 9, 6 + 3!
Great post :)
Have a great weekend!
Maria
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aloha, melissa!
marianne, those paneled walls. kill me. and the wing chair. seeeeeeriously covet. and the restaurant facade--lord get me a reservation stat.
fabulous post!
michele
YES ten times over, love it all!! Great post Marianne, I so enjoyed reading your list!! Happy Weekend,
Kathysue
Marianne!! So classy and beautiful - so YOU! You are the queen of great kitchen inspiration my friend!
Hugs to you Marianne. And hugs to you Melissa. Enjoy your vacation royally!
ox, Mon
Wonderful selections Marianne - I say yes to all! But my favorite features are the bathroom and the black cabinets in the kitchen (and the design studio).
Not surprisingly, I adored every single one of Marianne's classically beautiful picks!!
so beautiful! That would be one fabulous home :) Still thinking about that shower...
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