06 February, 2013

New Year Mid-Week House Snoop... Palatial Oasis Amongst The Trees.





It's been a little while since I have had a good House Snoop on Palatial Living and with that in mind I have not let this long awaited house snoop go to waste!
I have a truly Palatial Living worthy home to show you that is a little close to home - literally! I walk & drive past this home almost every day - it's several streets away from me but each time I pass I take a little look. So much to my delight this beautiful home, located in Wahroonga on Sydney's Upper North Shore, was listed for sale late last year and I was able to 'Snoop' around in it - online! I love it when a home near by goes on the market - it gives you that chance to see what it was really like behind the hedge, gate and front door! 
So I'm not sure if I love the interior and the alfresco dining & living space more or the pool & garden scape - it's all so beautifully finished. What I do know is that you'll love this gorgeous property also whatever the element. 

I must also 'shout out' a big Thank You to Mr. Keith Soames [Snr] whom was so gracious and complimentary to me this afternoon, when I got the privilege to meet him on the off chance I was dropping by their office at Thornleigh [one of their 3 offices] - Thank You.  
Enjoy the Snoop! 






 Agent's Blurb. Keith Soames - Real Estate
AL FRESCO ENTERTAINER'
This beautifully presented residence combines classic provincial charm with stylish modern finishes, designed to entice you from the large indoor living space out onto the sun-filled, resort style entertaining areas.
The professionally landscaped gardens frame an inviting sparkling pool with a lovely cosy heated spa. It's light, bright, and just right for downsizers seeking easy care living, or perfect for the young growing family.

This tastefully renovated residence set on approximately 1012sqm, will appeal to the most discerning buyer looking for both location and lifestyle. An easy and safe walk to schools including Abbotsleigh and Knox, and close to Wahroonga shops and train station, it will delight buyers who appreciate comfortable elegance in a home created for enjoying life.

Features include:
-Designer landscaped gardens
-Stunning French provincial corian kitchen with meile appliances and walk in pantry
-Formal lounge with gas open fire
-Formal dining/media room
-2nd dining/sunroom
-Family room
-4 generous bedrooms main with modern ensuite and walk in wardrobe
-Tastefully styled main bathroom with travertine tiles, corian vanity and a frameless shower screen
-Fantastic under cover alfresco style outdoor entertaining area that overlooks the I.G pool and yard
-Heated spa
-Cellar/ storage room
-Plantation shutters throughout
-Double garage
-Land size: approx 1012 m2
Plus! Plus! Plus!
This truly is a quality home in a fabulous location that is definitely worth an inspection.





images & sub text via domain.com.au and Keith Soames - Real Estate 'See Soames for Homes'
Note - this Mid Week House Snoop was not endorsed, sponsored or paid for by either above mentioned parties. 

Mary McDonald | in Print Pattern Colour & Scale for Schumacher




I have been addicted to seasons of Million Dollar Decorators on Bravo TV [Foxtel cable in Australia] and amongst some of my fave decorators on the show - as I love elements from each of them, I do love the modern sophistication and use of line, scale, print - pattern and colour that Mary McDonald uses in her decorating style. I loved her work before MDD, and her influences in my design work, but seeing her 'in life, in action' on the show is fabulous!












So I was excited to read [from elements of style blog] that she was doing fabric & trims collection collaboration with Schumacher [American textile & wallpaper house]. Schumacher is a fifth generation, family-owned company, F. Schumacher & Co. is proud to be the only supplier of decorative textiles from the 19th century still privately owned and managed by direct descendants of the founder. So this collaboration is certainly a huge win for all - Mary McDonald, Schumacher and the decor consumer. 
Enjoy,



Screen shot from Bravo TV's Million Dollar Decorators - Mary McDonald's redecorated living lounge room. Coining that Emerald Green will be the colour of 2013.
Mary McDonald a decorator after my own heart amongst all these 
gorgeous Blue & White Chinese inspired urn & vase pieces, 
and not to forget the stunning art-like sculpture pendant - fabulous.




images via Schumacher & blog Elements of Style

05 February, 2013

Top Tuesday x



Hope you're having a Top Tuesday...
I am happy to say I have kicked a few goals in my 'to-do' pile and am now onto my next 'item on the agenda'.... 
I am definitely addicted to Pinning on my Pinterest... have you found Pinterest yet? If not take a look at my Palatial Living pinterest  - I find some many wonderful images that help to inspire my interior design work for Verandah. You can also follow me on Pinterest...
I am currently in the midst of a few things... updating my website, finishing an upholstery slip cover job for an outdoor living space, studying - assignments [in business & marketing] and looking to get an online fabric & wallpaper store up on my interior design business, Verandah, website! That last one - I am especially excited about - so I can provide the designer look to you through trade only access design house fabrics & wallpapers.  And more but it's best to keep it short then add onto it later!

So nice to be back with you... 
Enjoy, 


image via pinterest Sophi Deinum & PETHRA ETC. 

Sure Ways To De-Clutter Your Home!

New Year - New Clean Up!
                                      Palatial Living's TOP 5 Stress-Less DeClutter Tips

1. The Scout
If you love that family and friends can rely on you to handle any situation, but your tendency to keep things comes from the anticipation that you might need it someday, you might have a scout's organization personality. So in order to let go, try creating a catch phrase to ask yourself that will help you identify items you no longer use frequently. 
You can also set boundaries before you begin to declutter. Determine how many of the same type of item you should realistically keep, and then make yourself follow those rules.Try asking yourself, "How often am I really using this?" Or, "In what situation will I really need this?" You'll soon start to realize that you'll never need a lot of the items you're holding on to. 

                                                            2. Purge Old Paperwork
Getting rid of old office paperwork is extremely liberating. Tossing random notes and old checklists and files quickly transforms an office into a place where you can think. 
Create a box to hold papers that need shredding as you sort, and then shred them while you watch television to make the time go by quickly. When you've cut through the backlog of papers, start fresh and shred papers immediately after you've sorted the mail.

3. Restful RetreatMake your bedroom a haven by surrounding yourself with things that bring you comfort and peace. Let go of furniture and other objects in the room that take up space without adding value. If space allows, carve out a nook for a reading chair and ottoman or a chaise. You can also layer your bed with blankets that add color and warmth. Install artwork or use paint to customize and brighten your space.

                                                              4.Organize for Your Needs
An organized closet can help set the tone for the day ahead. When you can see everything you own, you can find things faster, get dressed with confidence, and feel ready to tackle the day. When deciding how you should organize a clothes closet, ask yourself the following: How do I look for things? How do I get dressed? How do I put things away? Sort your items into categories based on your responses. To make things even easier to find, try color-coding items within your categories.

                                                          5. Children's - Play Stations
When toysbooks, and dress-ups have proper homes, children can participate in the cleanup process and help keep clutter to a minimum. Consider dividing a bedroom or playroom into activity stations to create clear separation. Make sure children have easy access to items they gravitate to frequently, such as a basket for books. Avoid oversize containers that make it hard for children to find toys, and keep lids to a minimum -- except on items you want to control access to, such as art supplies.
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With my first post of the new  year I do this some 5 weeks into the new year - A BIG Hello & Happy New Year to you! After coming back from holidays in wonderful Japan skiing and visiting Tokyo Disneyland I am back into it full mode! Hence my cleaning & de-cluttering post today!
I have gotten through all the washing from the holiday and tackled all Christmas things - away and sorted. Now I am planned to attack the office and the wardrobe!
What about you - what have you de-cluttered in your home recently?
Hopefully the tips here will give you a great guideline to get inspired to make some space i your life.
Enjoy, 


images & subtext via BHG.com & Palatial Living Pinterest

31 December, 2012

Happy New Year - For 2013 x






Wishing You A Very Happy New Year For 2013....
Thank You for visiting me, taking the time to leave messages and comments, and making Palatial Living your inspiration destination [albeit a few weeks absentee!]....
I look forward to being able to bring you more beautiful images and little snippets on my decorating projects and what continues to inspire me and my work....
 
- Happy New Year -
Celebrate, Have Fun , Stay Safe &
Enjoy,
images via pinterest
 

30 December, 2012

Happy Sunny Sunday x

 
What more to say ...
Hope you have a Happy Sunny Sunday!
Enjoy,
 
image via pinterest - the corner apartment via Elizabeth wieck

Summer Holidays....




I Love ...
Christmas - New Year Summer Holidays -
Often best spent at the beach...
Here's a few pics of my little slice of heaven [two people included!].
Where's your fave summer holiday spot?
Enjoy,
 
images via Sarah Verity - Verandah Home & Garden Living Solutions

The Christmas - New Year Holidays....




It' been a little while between posts - I hope you have been keeping well and inspired! I have missed you ...
Lots has been happening on my side with jobs, family, house renovations & landscaping and I have embarked on more study - certifications in business & management, and diploma in marketing! With that I have been updating my business website & the Verandah Home & Garden Living Solutions facebook page - please visit and like me!
 


 
I hope you have enjoyed your Christmas with your family and friends... and the Summer [in Australia] and the Winter [in the Northern hemisphere- for my sister and her family].
This Christmas was especially fun as our little 2.5year old Isabelle really got the jist of it all including Santa and the idea of the Nutcracker guarding the gifts! Christmas is magic once again with little ones...


 
And you're enjoying a little rest over these holidays and gearing up for a fun new years!
Take care - Enjoy,
 
images via Sarah Verity - Verandah Home & Garden Living SOlutions & homelife.com.
Australian Country Style - photography Prue Ruscoe - styling Shannon Fricke

Need A Perfect Piece ?

 
The New Year is approaching....
Does your home or office need a new look?
A refresh or just a little help in organisation & de-cluttering??
 
Have you been thinking about trying to find that perfect piece?
Let Verandah Home & Garden Living Solutions help you today.
 
 
 
 
Contact Sarah - Verandah Home & Garden Living Solutions to help you find it!
 
 

26 October, 2012

Happy Weekend x

 
 
Happy Weekend!
Hope you have had a great week... mine has been very intresting to say the least!
I tell you - you never know who you will meet, what you will do or where you might go within the course of one week!
We have a special family friend's wedding tomorrow evening in a gorgeous part of Sydney and where our little Isabelle will be a 'princess flower fairy girl' as she calls it, as flower girl. So we will all be in for a special and wonderful afternon & evening together.
Hope your weekend is as wonderfu. See you next week x
Enjoy,


 
image via pinterest.
Visit Palatial Living Pinterest here http://pinterest.com/palatialliving/ 

I Love My Dog...

 
I found the above little saying - typography saying the other week via pinterest. Whenever I see or here this saying I often think of the once popular Cat Steven's song 'I Love My Dog'.  What more can I say... our poochies, fur kids, gardening buddies and office puppies - whatever you want to call them - are Zach [our now 6yr old cavoodle on the left] & his partner and leader in crime, Lucy [our 7yrd old Cavalier King Charles]...
They are the best pets for our little girl Isabelle, gardening helpers - little shadows, afternoon companion snoozers, and not to mention a great lap warmer on a cool night!
 
Whichever way we look at it - we love our dogs as much as they love us... I think it's a lot!
How about you do you have a fur kid that loves you as much as you love it?
Maybe it has scales or feathers?
Enjoy,
 
 
image via pinterest, Sarah Verity - verandah home&garden living solutions 2011

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