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Saturday, August 15, 2015

The Beach House

Dear Reader,

I started this blog as a creative outlet. At this point I can't really say what direction it's going to go in, only that it'll showcase houses, decorations, clothes, and shoes. It'll be whatever I'm in the mood to share.

Anyone who knows me, knows that I have a passion for decorating. It has often led me to make impulsive buys, rent land, covet prims, and spend way too many hours cooped up in my skybox or house.

I decided to do my very first post on my current rental on Blu Isle Community. I have never lived in a community before and I was a bit reserved at first. However, after exploring the numerous sims and houses that Blu Isle has to offer, I decided to take the plunge.

What I have discovered about living in a community sim is that all my neighbors have houses that are equally as nice as mine. Gone are the enormous castles, breeders, jungle bonanzas, and just the ends and odds you encounter when renting a basic plot. I really appreciate a well put together sim and I have truly enjoyed living here so far.

The Redgrave Beach House (San Rosa) was what I decided to rent. I had had my eye on this build for quite some time... I am in love with it! It so well done. It's the likeness of a house you'd find at Cape Cod or similar. What I really appreciate about it, is that it has so many different areas to play with.
Take a look at what I've done with it so far. If I've missed anything in the credits just leave a comment below.

Welcome Home

floorplan. boat rack @ LTD Event
Token&Tribe- Beach Mat Basket @ LTD Event (Aug)
Token&Tribe- Beach Shoe Basket @ LTD Event (Aug)
[PM]Pixel Mode - The Sewing Corner - Basket
PILOT - White Bench
MudHoney Leslie Pillow - navy chevron
MudHoney Leslie Pillow - beige
MudHoney Leslie Pillow - navy
floorplan. i love you frame / languages
[Fetch] Razi Set - Mirror
AF Heart (Home Sweet Home)
Token&Tribe- Beach House Clutter @ LTD Event (Aug)
MudHoney Relaxed Shades - Narrow
~BAZAR~ Arizona rug bedroom
Build - Beach House SAN ROSA - REDGRAVE
 
The living room is really the center of this house. It's open concept and shared with the kitchen (which isn't finished yet). I really struggled with deciding how I wanted to decorate it. I wanted it to embody a "beach theme" but not be over the top. I looked at a lot of different places for inspiration. I was very impressed by the work Lytton&Fallen did. They are interior designers in SL and tremendously talented. I couldn't resist using a few of their pieces in my own home. Go see their work at the Redgrave Home Store.
 
Come Sit for a Bit
 
~BAZAR~ Toronto-Sofa
The Loft - Zinc Top Coffee Table Ash
[ARIA] Raquel vase with Lilacs
MudHoney Leslie Tea Lights
AF Let's Play Scrabble
MudHoney Grafik Rug (texture change)
The Loft - Meid Sideboard White
AF Harry's Boat
MudHoney Zelia Books
MudHoney Amy Frame 3
MudHoney Amy Frame 2
MudHoney Amy Frame 1
MudHoney Red Tulips
MudHoney Textured Vase - blue
MudHoney Textured Vase - sand
BALACLAVA!! Seahorse Candlestick (silver)
{what next} Six Vintage Art Posters - Small Linked Set
MudHoney Relaxed Shades - Narrow
{what next} Maison Drapes (long length)
[ARIA] Gretchen blanket and pillows crate
Build - Beach House SAN ROSA - REDGRAVE
 
The next picture comes from the hallway upstairs. I really love this nook beside the stairway to the "lookout". I tested out a few different things to put in this same, and finally decided to go with a laundry room as I usually don't include those in my houses. I like the realistic element it adds to it.
 
Laundry Days

Machines - {Cozy Homes} Washer & Dryer
Soap - {Cozy Homes} Laundry Supplies
Planter - PILOT - Bucket Planter
Art - floorplan.&willow. venturer wood print / in the wild
Art - floorplan.&willow. venturer wood print / feather
Wall Art - {what next} Laundry Room Sign 2
Wall Art - floorplan. photo hanger
Wall Planter - Alouette - Hanging Pansies - Light Wood
Basket - .lame - Tiara Laundry Basket - White
Clothes (floor) - Sway's [Neal] Clothes on floor
Wall Art (side) - {Reverie} Shiny Shabby Gift - Ship's Wheel Wall Decor
Big Planter - Hibiscus Pink Plant Large in Pot
Wall Art (stairs) - floorplan.&willow. paper spool / to do list
Build - ** Beach House SAN ROSA - REDGRAVE
Wall Self Deco -
Pilot & Exposeur - Floor Handweights
:CP: Book Decor Dollarbie (at Aug. Uber)
floorplan. leaning book stack / monotone
Dutchie stack of towels