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What does your ideal home look like?

I’m still a stranger in a strange land. And quite between homes, missing mine and everything that used to be familiar, completely. Now I just have too many questions and I don’t understand most of the answers.

Aesthetically I’m lost. Function trumps form, (I’ve been reminded of this repeatedly, hence the questioning), yet the architecture here is so charming. Why the plastic white pvc? There is a reason but don’t ask me. I tend to lean way into form and usually struggle to be practical, but in my defense I prefer functional over decorative.

My ideal home is beautiful. It has high ceilings and spaciousness. It has a strong minimalist vibe with very carefully placed art and antiques. There are fresh cut hydrangeas and white roses, white enamel pitchers, old crates or old metal. There are plants.

The kitchen is open and welcoming. There are custom European inspired cabinets and open shelving. Antique and wooden bowls that are used and loved. Hand crafted plates and platters.There is an antique brass rail with S hooks to hang pots and utensils. Hand made tile for the back splash. A turned leg island with a bottom shelf. Nothing is trending or trendy. It’s all old world, French inspired with clean lines

The exterior is welcoming and pleasing to my eye. The porch is inviting and lovely. Landscaping is simple, tidy but abundant with flowers and foliage.

When anyone walks in they feel at home. Comfort is key. Luxurious throws and neutral colored soft woven pillows, simplicity and soft music (probably Frank Sinatra or Ella Fitzgerald) playing quietly in the back ground. Baking and roasting, only the most delicious smells. Essential oils, cleanliness.

A large studio, beautiful bedrooms for guests. Pure white simple cotton, linen and utter comfort. My own bedroom will have a fireplace, French doors and a balcony with a view. More comfort and beauty of course. My bathroom will have a separate tub and bright walk in shower. A large walk in closet with enough space for it to look like a high end store. My ideal home is peaceful and lovely and regulating. It is a wonderful place to write and paint and create.