Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Fabulous Kitchen Designs

We had a dinner party the other day and we found that everyone just gravitated toward the kitchen, and stayed there! If you think about it, the kitchen is probably one of the most used rooms in the house. Well, in our house anyway.

Since we're feeling lazy this week, we thought we just lift material from other sources and show you some amazing kitchen designs.  Hope you'll enjoy them!













Source:  myhomeideas.com, elledecor.com.

Designer To Watch-Stephen Gambrel

You probably have seen Stephen Gambrel's work before, as he has been featured in several magazines. We thought we'd do a quick show of his portolio--Just so you'd have some eye candy for the day...













Images from Stephen Gambrel

ZEBRA GIFT IDEAS

Pink and Black Zebra Front and Rear Car Floor Mats
$10 off $250
for New
Customers!
(media and electronics excluded)

These pink and black zebra print floor mats are one of the cutest zebra gift ideas for a teen girl that I've found yet! Such a nice $20 gift is very hard to find and the teens that I know love cute stuff for their cars.

Zebra Large Memory Foam Lounge Bag


I know it's not close to Christmas but the early bird gets the worm and after decorating a few bedrooms with zebra print bedding (are we ever going to get tired of zebra?) in the last few months, I wanted to pick up a few gifts that would tie into the girls bedroom themes to show my sincere appreciation to my clients.

What I love about overstock.com is their CHEAP shipping prices which are the next best thing to FREE (and yeah, I signed up to get commissions so shoot me for shopping with them, too). I looked all over their site for more cool zebra gift ideas that compared to the pink and black zebra rugs (read: less than $20) but didn't come up with anything OTHER than this cool chair that plan to use in the next bedroom where the girls bedding is black and white and wants some zebra striped accents.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Fabulous American Style!

People always talk about how chic the French are and how sexy the Latinas are, but you know what, we think American style is so incredibly chic and sexy.  We invented American sportswear, which is so sexy in the most effortless way.

Take a look at the Michael Kors RTW Spring show:





Images from Style.com

Now, if we can only find an easy way to get that gap between the thighs, we'll be all set!

"Hargate" Launceston

Launceston Iconic Federation
General Features
PRICE RANGE: $1.5 Million
  • Property Type: House
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Size: 285.03 m² (31 squares) approx
  • Land Size: 921 m² (approx)
Indoor Features
  • Floorboards
  • Dishwasher
  • Open Fireplace
  • Hydronic Heating
Outdoor Features
  • Remote Garage
  • Secure Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Balcony
  • Courtyard
  • Outdoor Entertaining Area
  • Fully Fenced
Built around 1900, this Queen Anne Federation home
has been extensively restored to it's original feature,
overlooking the Tamar River and Launceston.



High ceilings, timber floors, detailed plaster work...


These colours look original to me!
24 carot gold tapware, not so original,
not my cup of tea!


AND here's what the Agent said about it!


ICONIC AND BEAUTIFUL
Hargate is an iconic and beautifully restored heritage listed Launceston city mansion providing 300 degree views to the horizon over Launceston and the Tamar River. Built between 1900 and 1903 in the gracious Queen Anne Federation style. Hargate displays unique and impressive architectural features and enjoys a delightful and significant history. Hargate is set within a large and authentic heritage style landscaped garden.

Seven upstairs rooms comprised of four bedrooms.
The main bedroom ensuite is authentic federation style.

Two identical award winning bathrooms with 24 carat gold
neo classical tap ware and full size claw foot baths.

Five downstairs rooms comprised of a highly ornate drawing room,
magnificent large formal lounge, formal dining room, full size study, self contained laundry.

Ornate fire places in every room except study and kitchen. Italian marble fire places in the drawing room and lounge and ornate cedar mantle in dining room.

The enormous eat in kitchen boasts Tasmanian myrtle cabinetry and walk in pantry.
Modern features include gas cook top, electric oven and dishwasher. French doors and windows providing beautiful view over significant and private rear garden.

Highly efficient hydronic heating is installed throughout the entire lower level.
Wool batt insulated ceilings on the upper level. Direct access is available to upper verandah from all but the fourth bedroom. Polished Baltic pine floors on upper level and polished Tasmanian Oak floors on the lower.
On site lock up garaging for 3 full size cars and a workshop" which is a rarity given the central location.

Hargate is truly a prestigious Launceston City mansion and iconic landmark


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Sunday, September 26, 2010

If I could retire in Mosman (No.1)

Manors of Mosman
General Features
PRICE RANGE: $1.3 Million

  • Property Type: Apartment
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
Outdoor Features
  • Garage Spaces: 2
So what does $1.3 Million get you in a
retirement home these days...

This is Mosman retirement living style!



Living room leads out to private patio.


Large dining room...

Own kitchen.

3 Bedrooms...


And then the home's communal areas...

No more cooking?
awesome!


AND here's the Master Plan!
(not a bad size for a retirement flat I thought,
but then, what would I know!) ha



AND here's what the Agent said about it!

GRACIOUS LUXURY RETIREMENT LIVING
Situated in the prestigious “Manors of Mosman�? is this extra large beautifully presented single level garden apartment. This spacious exclusive residence is surrounded by lovely gardens and offers complete privacy. The sunlit living area is large with high ceilings and huge windows, flowing out to a lovely garden courtyard. All three bedrooms are double and two of the bedrooms and bathroom are in a separate wing off the living area, making it perfect for a live in house keeper or guest accommodation. Make this your last move, with space around you in a calm environment, where family and friends are welcome at any time as they would be in your own home. • Lovely eat in kitchen with European appliances and Granite bench tops • Secure double garage with lift access. Ducted air conditioning, internal laundry room, video intercom • Restaurant, two heated pools, spa and gymnasium, community lounges, barbeque entertaining area, games room • 24 Hour security, 24 hour medical support. Social co-ordinator, village bus and independent or assisted living


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Friday, September 24, 2010

TOP 5 Mosman Homes (No.2)

Simple Elegant Federation
General Features
PRICE RANGE: Over $2.5 Million

  • Property Type: House
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
Outdoor Features
  • Garage Spaces: 1
This isn't a huge home, or exy fit out,
just simple styling. Mind you, it's still not cheap!



For a federation home, this place has a lot of white and timber.





I could live here.


Here's the Master Plan!
AND here's what the Agent said!

A Private and Elegant Federation Home with Harbour Vista
Hidden from the street behind an enchanting north facing walled garden, this gracious Federation home offers a wonderful sense of peace and privacy. Immaculately presented and graced with elegant period features, it features two distinct living zones, plentiful outdoor space and views over the harbour to Manly from the upper level. Surrounded by prestige homes in a coveted setting on the genteel Balmoral Slopes, it offers potential to extend the upper level taking full advantage of the fabulous views.

- Built c1909, beautifully proportioned & carefully restored
- Sun dappled living with bay window & garden outlook
- Formal dining with marble fireplace, lovely high ceilings
- 4 large beds + study, 3 with b/ins, main with walk-in robe
- Charming gas kitchen & skylight family living & dining area
- Private entertainer's terrace & a level grassed garden
- Elegant main bathroom, fitted laundry/powder room
- LUG, central heating, 5 minute stroll to Balmoral Beach


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