May 25, 2007

Inspiration Friday- Beach House Style

I will likely never own a beach house or any home on the water, but it doesn't keep me from dreaming of what it would be like if I did. For me the idea of a home on the water conjures up images of peace and tranquility. A home with natural textures, light colors, an airy atmosphere and a relaxed but elegant attitude. It would mean little time spent with cell phones, televsions and computers but more time spent with books, games, thoughts, lively discussions and family. For any of you lucky enough to have such a home, I envy you. For those of you lucky enough to even be able to visit such a place this holiday weekend, I envy you too.





































































28 comments:

  1. What beautiful pictures! I love the window seat overlooking the water.

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  2. That house!!!!! Can I have it???? Pleeease???
    Laurie

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  3. What glorious pictures! My DH dreams of living on the water...someday!

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  4. Those pictures represent heaven on earth...Are any of the rooms yours? I am picturing you with that sort of home. Lovely post!

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  5. Jen - 2 things.

    First of all, I love the inspiration pictures you show us - I can always rely on you for beautiful photos and ideas - thanks!

    Secondly, I am technologically challenged and cannot find a way to email you except by leaving a comment - sorry! I have tagged you to tell us 10 things about yourself! Gotcha!

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  6. That is beautiful!!! I would love to live there!

    I mean... Well, it may be a little small for me...

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  7. I wish I was going to that house.
    So pretty. I have always wanted a beach cottage. It won't happen in California though$$$$$$
    Thanks for sharing.
    Rosemary

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  8. I want to spend the rest of the afternoon reading on that daybed!

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  9. We almost share the same dream! I want to live at the countryside, but it shouldn`t have been nice with a vieuw on the seaside too! I love the sea :)
    It sounds like the two of us are in the dreaming corner today :)
    Keep on dreaming sister!!And
    Have a nice weekend, kisses Aina

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  10. As always, your inspirational friday photos are just wonderful!

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  11. I recommend a beach house over other bodies of water. We have lived on to different rivers east/west coasts, and there are critters galore, when you live on rivers! I love your pictures and I too look forward to coastal living! Maybe someday!

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  12. Hmmm, thats gorgeous! I love the breakfast rooms the best. Just Beautiful! Is there anyone who has a list complied of everyone who participates Inspiration Friday? I have been doing it, too!

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  13. oh baby....totally me!
    i am convinced my "castle" in heaven surely will be a beach cottage!
    ps- go check out the brocoli slaw that paula deen made today on food network...would be a yummy addition to your scrumptuous summer menu!

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  14. Beautiful pictures. I love that dining room...where did you find that pic??
    Marianna

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  15. How gorgeous. I love the contrast of the windows & light walls with the painted floor(s). Beautiful!!

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  16. Beautiful pictures - luv that kitchen. Everything's so light and airy!

    Manuela

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  17. Oh wow...so lovely....wish I was there this weekend....

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  18. That was a little holiday via blog post - thanks so much!

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  19. Oh boy, I absolutely love every picture, love the color schemes, that amazing kitchen, the slip covers, yum, yum, yum!

    allie
    www.mycozyhome.typepad.com

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  20. The pics are beautiful. Being smack in the middle of Georgia makes you yearn for such! I especially love the window seat, get a nap, read a book and probably work on a tan all in one spot, glorious!!!!!

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  21. Just having come back from the beach, I can really appreciate these pics. Wouldn't it be nice to have a beach cottage. There are some gorgeous ones down in FL where we just came from & I love seeing your pics!

    RHoda

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  22. I never realized that I want to live in a beach style house, but now that I've seen these photos, I believe that I do!

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  23. Oh my goodness, oh my goodness, that really is the dream, I think the same , just because my location doesn't say beach my heart does.

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  24. Gorgeous pictures. I definitely dream of having a home by the sea one day. I particularly love that picture of the bed by the windown through the arch. I would lie for hours there reading and occasionally looking out to sea.

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  25. Thanks for posting these pictures, they are gorgeous!

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  26. OMG can you just imagine living in such heavenly luxury!! sigh! envious NG

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  27. excellent house. love it. wish my house looks just like that.

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