tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20137042198171953232024-03-19T03:53:34.500-04:00The RevivalryAnne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-72186045726407912072010-12-15T08:10:00.002-05:002010-12-15T14:00:23.527-05:00Cookie Bake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3nP7BUjcPCv2BwvU4rCL7dOT0tFND5_0UdOvGssoZESI7LdUiuOTr2qVRjSXlxz5gRG7M5_YJK3njsU88D2O-65r6PpcBn1NKyoyfZCLJ_lM4-_atpL-YYEviPhin3DZprD8s659eKOwC/s1600/Cookie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3nP7BUjcPCv2BwvU4rCL7dOT0tFND5_0UdOvGssoZESI7LdUiuOTr2qVRjSXlxz5gRG7M5_YJK3njsU88D2O-65r6PpcBn1NKyoyfZCLJ_lM4-_atpL-YYEviPhin3DZprD8s659eKOwC/s320/Cookie.jpg" width="237" /></a></div><div align="center"></div>I have become addicted to the <a href="http://www.foodgawker.com/">Food Gawker</a> website. Every picture is a beautiful image of what YOU possibly could make. I am always motivated in the culinary category by photos. Give me a cook book without images and I will probably only open it upon referral. Give me a cook book with some bang-up photography and you may actually get me in the kitchen!<br />
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Let's talk <a href="http://foodgawker.com/?s=cookies&cat=0">Holiday Cookies</a>. What an assortment of possibilities! All the options may make me break the mold on the annually typical thumb print and sugar cookies. For my office cookie bake on Monday night I found the recipe for "Magic Middle Cookies" which lead me to this most amazing foodie blog, <a href="http://gonnawantseconds.blogspot.com/2010/03/magic-middle-peanut-butter-cookies.html">Gonna Want Seconds</a>. These cookies are unreal. UNREAL. They are like a brownie cookie with peanut butter centers. Warm them up in the microwave and they are irresistable. I made about 3 batches and I can tell you each batch (due to my inexperience in the kitchen) was a different concoction. It didn't matter, as they were all scrumptious. I definitely think this recipe will become a new holiday tradition!</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div>Anne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-25251060005626696212010-12-12T21:50:00.002-05:002010-12-12T21:53:58.797-05:00Holy Holidays<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I look at this blog and just cannot believe I haven't posted since Thanksgiving. It is going to seem like all I do is celebrate holidays. But, in all seriousness, I feel like I have been on festive mode overdrive for the last 3 weeks. And it is fabulous. As I write this I am sitting cozy in front of a fire in my fireplace, listening to some Christmas jams (thanks, Pandora), watching a wet, strong snowfall outside and eating chocolate covered oreos (thanks, Julie). Oh, and I have <a href="http://www.target.com/Lume-Luxe-Candle-Balsam-Cedarwood/dp/B003NZM8KY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=balsam%20and%20cedarwood&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-1&qid=1292206712&rh=&searchRank=target104545&id=Lume%20Luxe%20Candle%20Balsam%20Cedarwood&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0">this</a> scented candle lit. It is so amazing. The scent is almost exactly like the Slatkin & Co. Holiday candle. I think the scent combined with the $13 dollar price tag & mercury glass looking container has contributed to it being sold out in every Target I have visited. I guess we all can sniff out a good deal!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Here is the photo montage of what mega holiday spirit looks like. From the lights in Birmingham to trimming our tree to the Advent by candle light dinner in the St. Dunstan's chapel at Christ Church Cranbrook to wrapping parties, sweater parties, dinner parties and anniversary parties. This is the most wonderful time of the year! Hope you are all enjoying it as much as I am.</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Here are a few photos of my Tukey Day...</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: x-small;">(please note the new corner cabinets that just got installed in our dining room!)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The biggest wealth of information came from the </span><a href="http://www.scoutcharlottesville.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Scout Charlottesville</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> blog. Whooo-wieeee. This was a little gem of a blog. I found so many wonderful places to pop into, but I have to say my favorite was And George. Check out their website <a href="http://www.andgeorge.com/">here</a>. This store was so beautifully laid out with treasures old and new. I loved the style, vibe and.... GEORGE!!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">But, something tells me Hogie may not like that. I bought </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Wine-Craig-McGill-Susan-Elliott/dp/0958085668"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">this book</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> at the King Family Vineyard in Charlottesville. It is amazingly cute. wine + dogs. It doesn't get much better!</span>Anne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-29021140983121526182010-11-03T20:20:00.003-04:002010-11-03T20:30:31.274-04:00Charlottesville<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Two weeks ago, Scott and I joined a group of some of our favorite people to celebrate Steve's 30th birthday. This was one of the most fabulous weekends I have had in a while. Though, I must say, most weekends are pretty wonderful. From the abundant antiquing, to walking around the UVA campus, to wine tasting (there are 24 vineyards in a 10 mile radius!) , to tailgating on the lawn and visiting Monticello, the whole weekend was an A+. Sometimes I think we (I for the most part) forget how many wonderful places there are to visit on American soil. A short plane ride paired with a long weekend and all of a sudden one will feel refreshed and rarin' to go. Maybe it is because it's election time, or maybe I'm just feeling very patriotic, but I am going to go on a limb and say I'm on a major domestic kick. I am ready to explore America and all our great country has to offer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">First stop, Charlottesville.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">After our wonderful experience last week, Scott and I decided to grab a quick bite at the Tallulah bar last night. Anyone who is looking to have an intimate dinner or gathering should look no further. Bottom line: this place has good energy. And wine. And cheese. And salami. And sweet potato gnocchi. </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Did I mention the wine? </span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Anne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-91411467021353336332010-10-19T20:46:00.004-04:002010-10-20T12:38:09.541-04:00Turkel House<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHpXGfNueaMHjBmxSSTJSUKNFmmae9IvoVkVP4Mpe_7mAPNeGGEM6LLsQ9G5Hg8I4EgTvxAjaGauHQ_alD-8D3yv1aB1Zaaxb4PRMfsU7IhcdvtYRLhoWLhV9KM868LVeIsCPdg8W_pDu7/s1600/DSC_0158.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ex="true" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHpXGfNueaMHjBmxSSTJSUKNFmmae9IvoVkVP4Mpe_7mAPNeGGEM6LLsQ9G5Hg8I4EgTvxAjaGauHQ_alD-8D3yv1aB1Zaaxb4PRMfsU7IhcdvtYRLhoWLhV9KM868LVeIsCPdg8W_pDu7/s400/DSC_0158.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Two Sundays past, I was invited with my friend Stacey to attend an open house at the recently remodeled Turkel House in Palmer Woods. Built in 1955 by Frank Lloyd Wright, this house clearly defines Wright's Usonian style. The front left of the home, known as the music room, is encased in a series of glass blocks, typical of the Usonian style. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">As we walked around the home, munched on gormet grilled cheeses and listened to the lively chatter intermixed with a trio of musicians, the home felt truly magical. This renovation was no easy undertaking. For the last 5 years the owners have painsakingly restored the details in this home that create an intimate masterpiece. The harmony and drama of scale is very apparent in the layout of the home. The cooridor that runs along the front of the home feels snug and cozy, but upon reaching the music room one is greeted with a crescendo of light and the magnificent grandeur of the a full two story room. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I tried to snap a few pictures, but really wanted to just enjoy the visit (and not be an intrusive guest). Here are a couple photos I took of the renovated master suite. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Next year I am going to make it a point to go check out this amazing competition!</span>Anne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-87387450374980036882010-10-11T21:14:00.002-04:002010-10-12T19:01:07.675-04:00Weekends Are Awesome<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It is amazing what we can find to fill our days when we don't have to be in an office. Although, I bet if we had free time <i>all</i> the time we may not enjoy it as much. Thats probably horseshit, but I'll keep telling it to myself. My past weekend was a beauty. Beginning with cooking in and a heated game of Trivial Pursuit (obvi pop culture!) to a wonderful Ann Arbor tailgate (and MSU victory!!!!!) and ending with a gorgous walk around Cranbrook and a couple birthday parties (plus a Columbus Day parrrtay!), I'd say this weekend was a winner. Now, I need a breather. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The fall colors are right on the cusp of autumn perfection. Check it out.</span><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Now I am starting to take "busy" less seriously. Everyone is busy. Everyone needs more sleep. Get over yourself. Alrighty! Done. So, hello blog world (and hello, Nani, BAM & Avery!). Sometimes I wonder what thoughts can be so valuable to put down in writing. When you forget alot, everything become valuable. Our thoughts and our ideas, while sometimes fleating, are so important in making us who we are. I have become one of those people who have a notepad next to their beds. </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">2 am. Dream. Good idea. Write it down or else you will never remember what on earth you were thinking. 8am. What in God's name was I thinking?</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I guess my bottom line is, it's all important. It's essential to acknowledge our thoughts. Writing is the language of our brains and the cliff notes of our being.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br />
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</div>Anne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-35890760015809570292010-09-07T08:03:00.000-04:002010-09-08T10:47:00.802-04:00Pook & Pook<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">One of my favorite ways to pass (or waste!) time is to browse through the current auctions on <a href="http://liveauctioneers.com/">liveauctioneers.com</a>. The internet gives us so many opportunities to gain easy access to auctions we may otherwise never come across. One of my favorite auction houses to browse is <a href="http://www.liveauctioneers.com/browse/seller/pookandpook">Pook & Pook</a> out of Downington, Pennsylvania. The September, 9th auction has some great opportunities to bid on pieces that would instantly add character, history and creativity to any room. The price points start low, so it is fun to throw a few bids out there to see what happens. I know I have my eye on a few things!! Here are some of my favorites…..</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Last weekend Scott and I went to a wonderful wedding up at the Homestead in Glen Arbor. On Saturday, while Scott was hitting the links, I had a chance to check out my friend, Emily, family's farm. Emily's cousin and his family started the business, <a href="http://www.foodforthought.net/">Food For Thought</a>. It was cool to see behind the scenes of what it takes to produce some absolutely delicious jams, preserves, mustards and honey. All organic. I have been savoring my jar of strawberry basil jam and cannot wait to open the variety of products I brought home (blueberry/lavender, apricot/chardonnay, cherry mustard… oh my!). Food For Thought is stocked on gourmet grocery shelves throughout Michigan and beyond. Lately, I have been trying to make a conscious effort to buy local and organic and this is a wonderful Michigan company to support both these needs!</span><span style="font-family: Georgia;"><br />
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Starting Monday evening people, armed with folding chairs, began to line Woodward Avenue to look at the spectacle of cars cruisin' the M-1. Beginning from modest roots, the Cruise is a tribute to the days of drive-ins, Motown and obviously the cars that made Detroit, well, Detroit. For years I have listened to my Dad talk about the days of Ted's drive-in and imagine all the kids hanging out in letter sweaters and saddle shoes munching on burgers while listening to the beats of the Temptations. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For many locals the Cruise can mean one of two things: 1. Hop in your hot rod and relive the glory years, or 2. Get the heck outta town.</span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> I have never been one to fully participate in the cruise, except for the years of 2000-2002 when my friends and I sold good humor bars and cotton candy in Birmingham's Shain Park. Now, those were the days! This year, however, I was feeling kind of revved up seeing all the cars and enthusiasts line the street. I began to realize, it is re energizing to see people bonding and coming together over a common interest. Armed with my camera and my hot rod lovin' friend, Jenny, I hit the streets tonight to soak in some of the excitement. We didn't get very far, but I was suprised to find that the energy was contagious. I think, with an oreo flurry in hand, I could have stayed out there all night. There were some amazinnngg cars. Since many of them were crusin' it was hard to snap pictures, but I did manage to capture some shots of the parked cars on display. Hands down my favorite car was an old woody wagon with authentic vintage surf boards and luggage strapped to the top. Legit! A close second was a pink Cadillac, dune buggy, Model T and of course a "Ghost Buster" mobile. Jenny, on the other hand, was attracted to everything that defined muscle. The more "badass" cars of the '60s, if you will. She was into the racing stripes and fuzzy dice. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I was left with a great feeling. A greater hometown pride. We are people who make things and do things. While our future may not be as rooted in the automobile, I have no doubt that we will be able to carry on the passion for what we do, who we are and where we come from. It may not be glitzy, but this is America.</span><br />
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Just as Puff Daddy evolved into Diddy, I am reemerging as "The Revivalry". Dig it, Dog.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The Revivalry will encompass all that inspires me. I have always engaged the past into my present. I was probably the only kid in my second grade class to have seen every Katharine Hepburn movie and Judy Garland/Mickey Rooney film. I also had all the biographies and Life magazines to support both of the above. In addition, I have Katharine Hepburn and Mickey Rooney's autographs. They finally caved after receiving about 15 fan mail letters from an oddly enthusiastic eight year old. For Judy Garland, I have a nicely framed, signed portrait of Liza Minelli. Obviously her closest link circa 1993. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">As my interest evolved, I rushed to every flea market, antique show and estate sale that represented a world seemed would be lost without my immediate attention. I loved how the treasures I found uniquely embodied aspects of previous generations. It is through learning from the past I have learned to more greatly appreciate my present and anticipate my future. I look forward to sharing what invigorates my spirit.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">You want to talk invigorate? Let's talk Michigan. For a state that gets a lot of shihtzu talked about it, I will be the first person to vouch for it's beauty and quality of people. For me, I see this place as a place where friends become family and the scenery cannot be beat. To kick off this home-state spirit, I am going to include a few photos of a recent Michigan Summer weekend...</span><br />
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</span>Anne Stricklandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02309505346410747555noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-48129617922058659812010-07-30T13:18:00.002-04:002010-07-30T15:26:23.446-04:00Two Reads...<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">As I was running around my house this morning, doing some last minute packing for Northern Michigan, a story came on the Today Show that left my intriqued, to say the least. The "mystery heiress" is a puzzle that left me only wanting more. With a tale of love, money and amazing estates scattered across the country, I am sure we will all be in for a juicey tale of scandal. The "more" will apparently air on MSNBC sometime in August. Now, if that isn't a teaser I don't know what is. Check out </span><a href="http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/38469210/ns/today-today_people/"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">this link</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> and prepare to set your DVRs! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This morning's story also reminded me of an article I read this past week that was sent to me by my friend, Avery (Thanks, Avery!). Read about the amazingly delapidated, yet vibrant Hudson Valley estate in this <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/22/garden/22hudson.html?_r=1&emc=eta1">New York Times</a> article. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Enjoy your weekend!</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-63554949630807014622010-07-22T18:39:00.002-04:002010-07-23T09:48:12.394-04:00Unplugged.<div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It's simple. Not the Unplugged wave that MTV made famous in the mid eighties, with the eclectic performances ranging from Tony Bennent to Nirvana, but the actual, simple act of removing the technology that dictates our lives and getting back to knowing ourselves and observing the world around us. Being of a generation where when we have a lull in being bombarded by texting, bbming, facebooking, youtubing, foursquaring, we may be as bold to state that we are bored. Don't get me wrong, I am the first person that needs to listen to this advice. I think I am getting carpal tunnel from texting and my posture is suffering from sitting over a key board all day, but I do feel that we could all go out an explore a little more what is beyond our virtual world. This all probably sounds very hypocritical as type away at this blog entry, listen to a Pandora station and occasionally switch over to the thesaurus.com tab. Well, I guess we all have good intentions.</div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">While in Bermuda Scott and I put a halt to the tech barrage that gets so ingrained into our routines everyday. No email. No phone. No Ipod. I do admit, the Ipod-less vacation began as an unfortunate mistake. Mine is lost. No real surprise here for those who know me... it is probably in the big, black hole that consumes many other objects in my life. Scott's is the casualty to a water prank gone wrong. Karma. This was the most refreshing thing we could have done to really recharge. For starters, I think it was the first time in ages I had sat at the beach and not drowned out the sea gulls and waves with some blaring tunes (if it had been Palm Beach circa 1998 you better believe those tunes would have been from the Mariah Carey #1's CD). Hearing the crashing waves was just the beginning. Being able to read books, play board games and have conversation not sparked by the daily new controversy was all amazingly rejuvenating.</div><div style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br />
</div><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ok, onto the design portion. We all have these special places that allow us to unplug. But, if we are able to take this opportunity it is all up to us and what our life style permits. It was when I was babysitting this weekend that I came </span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">across an Elle Decor issue I had not seen. Now, if we want to discuss a place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life, this is it. I was excited to read <a href="http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling/articles/barn-rescued-and-reborn">this article</a> detailing a barn renovation</span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> in the Hamptons for Ralph Lauren creative director. Doesn't that just sound like it would carry a blessing from the decor gods! Well, it does. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This home just has soul. I loved how the home has a spirit and a history that is communicated in the patinas, textures and materials. The barn carries a nostolgia of yesteryears but also is able to achieve a very modern purpose. I am a firm believer in historic preservation, but for us to all be able to use historic buildings effeciently in the modern age there is no doubt that changes have to be made. One of my favorite comments in this article is from the architect, Calvert Wright, “We wanted to treat everything that was there originally with total respect—and then make the clashes artful”. Artful is the key word here. We have all seen a building adapted for modern use that really just erases many of the aspects that give it the unique historical charm.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Check out the pictures below and, if ya feel like it, imagine yourself relaxing and unwinding admist the artfully styled rooms in this fantastic rural hideaway.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Well, Now it is back to reality, which really isn't so bad when you come back and realize 'reality' can be pretty fun too. Michigan is a fabulous place to live and easing back into a routine isn't horrible when you can mix it up with lake visits, bike rides (the cruiser now has a pretty cute wicker basket. Only after 14 months.) and a few glasses of wine on the back patio (even better when it stays light until 10). Anywhoo, the time spent away from reality is why I started this blog post tonight... so I guess I really need to just cut to the chase!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Tucker's Point was absolutely amazing. Talk about a place to go and kick back and relax! I don't know if I have ever let myself get this relaxed, but let me tell ya, it felt amazing. You better believe I was armed with my new, snazzy Nikon to document ever twist and turn of this hotel, which really felt more like staying in a magnificently designed home rather than a hotel. The design was intimate and the materials flawless. It was cozy, classic, and tasteful. Everything got me excited. From the bathrooms to the menus (to the trim, artwork, flatware... it just goes on and on!) there was not a detail that was over looked. When we first walked in there were orchids, blue and white Chinese porcelain (if you were a guest at the wedding you would know this is riiiight up my alley) and... get this... the butterfly prints that are hanging on the wall of our living room were also adorning the wall of the reception area. Design fate if I've ever seen it! If you ever wanted to have a personal conversation about this place and the unreal decor I would love to discuss... but, I don't want to risk sounding too boring on this platform. I think when Scott noticed I was taking a photograph of how the bathroom toiletry products were packaged he commented that I had reached a whole new level of a design driven enthusiasm. </span><br />
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I hope these photos can translate even a fraction of the beauty of Tucker's Point Hotel. It was so refreshing to go to a hotel when you really just feel like you were on a getaway to an awesome Bermuda estate. While sitting on the beach, under a huge umbrella, sipping on my dark and stormy, I finally had time to catch up on some wonderful design magazines. While reading the June issue of House Beautiful a certain quote caught my eye. When Jeffrey Bilhuber was asked a question on how people connect to his Early American country home he responded, " Oh, the atmosphere. When they leave, they don't remember the chairs or the lampshades. They remember the spirit of the house, its goodness and hospitality". Mr. Bilhuber, I could not agree with you more. This trip will forever be a very fond memory.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This weekend will be truly amazing...and then to think we get to go on an incredible vacation! Scott and I will be honeymooning at Tucker's Point in Bermuda. I am going to sign off for a few with a couples inspiring photos of the vacation home of Mr. Michael Douglas and Ms. Catherine Zeta- Jones along with images of Tucker's Point. The Douglas/Zeta-Jones abode seems to incorporate aspects of what I imagine Bermudian design to encompass: Effortless English formality. Bermuda style seems natural, not overly thought out or tried, but classic, relaxed and inherently beautiful.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This morning during my routine dose of world news a certian article caught my eye. The <a href="http://nytimes.com/">New York Times </a>Home and Garden feature had a particularly interesting title, <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/17/garden/17trophy.html?ref=garden">"Trophy Hunter's With Their Eyes on Interiors"</a>. Click. The next 15 minutes I oogled over the telltale stories of designers who go to the ends of the earth, on an out of this world budget, to make sure their client's homes are unique in every sense of the word. Flying to India to pick up the specific, "just right" glaze? Sure. Nicaragua to select the perfect terracotta tiles? Why not. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">It seems as though, when money is no object, one can find the means to own almost whatever their home desires. I guess this is nothing new in how the world works. Not even political unrest can keep these globetrotting, adventure seeking designers tamed. I do envy their spirit in the thrill of the hunt, but can't help to ask myself when has this world become so small that we are depleting cultures of the indigenous items that make us all unique? Don't get me wrong, I love when an object's history tells a story and it is this lifecycle that provides the narrative we all desire. I am sure these ancient artifacts are going to magnificent, stately homes, I just hope that when the next design trend comes along they aren't all packed up and stored away in some Long Island storage unit only to be forgotten about once again.</span><br />
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Read the article <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/17/garden/17trophy.html?ref=garden">here</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2013704219817195323.post-62347245057972378412010-06-03T10:58:00.001-04:002010-06-04T08:29:21.453-04:00Barry Dixon<a href="http://barrydixon.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Barry Dixon</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> is speaking at the Michigan Design Center in, well, about 2 minutes. Needless to say I will not be making it. Mr. Dixon will also be making another Metro Detroit appearance as the featured lecturer at the 2010 and 26th Annual <a href="http://www.christchurchgp.org/antiquesshow01.html">Christ Church</a> Grosse Pointe Antiques Show, which will be kicked off this evening at the preview party and silent auction. He is speaking on how to incorporate antiques into modern homes... what a great topic! With a life that has taken him from South Africa to India and beyond I am sure that he will have a gobally cultured point of view. Being published in numerous national publications, combined with his new hit book, "Barry Dixon Interiors" this is a much anticipated event for any design enthusaist. If you are feeling like you need to get a little revved up on the topic check out this worthwhile <a href="http://www.1stdibs.com/articles/the_talent/barry_dixon/index.php">1stdibs profile</a>. I have also included some inspiring images of his work below. I am sure there are fabulous finds and stories for every room pictured below. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: x-small;">Image Via, <a href="http://www.isuwannee.com/">Isuwanee</a>, via Country Living</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This blog has the most amazing bookcase photos... Here is a sneak peek....</span></span></div><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: small;"> </span></div><div style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif; font-size: small;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: white; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">With Saturday dedicated to purchasing the goods at the Oakland Country farmer's market, Sunday was devoted to planting. I wish I could say I was sore because I got a tremendous workout, which <span style="color: white;">people often say gardening is, but I really just think I strained musles and pulled ligaments I didn't even know I had. I do not feel anymore toned or sculpted after this foliage adventure, this endeavor just left me feeling hobbled and aged. I don't know if I would define my back yard as the "oasis" I had originally and optimistically set out to create, but it is looking much better. While the right side of the yard is looking cleaned up with boxwood, hostas and impatiens, the left side now looks horribly untended and messy. And so it goes. This is the same fact that usually applies when we try to tidy up life. We redo the living room and the family room looks tired. We get new carpet and the walls need to be repainted. It is a vicious cycle. Hopefully, we can all look at our worlds as half put together. Focus on the appealing right side of the yard, how pretty our living rooms look and how the new carpet has just snazzed up a room. There is always going to be disorder</span>, chaos and a little mess-that's life. A fun life, a life well lived, can get a little dirty.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0