Here is the front verandah, looking towards the southern end where the new bedroom is underway. You can see the French doors which were installed recently.
Half of the joists and bearers which will hold up the floor of the new ensuite, bedroom and walk-in-robe have now been installed.
You can see below that the new ensuite (half way along) will cantilever out from (what will be the new) southern wall of the house - to add interest and provide more space. A new garden will end up disguising the hot water system and water tank.
We recently had ceiling fans installed in the bedrooms. Due to the high ceilings, the fans also comprise a length of rod to lower the fan and ensure the proportions are right. You can also see the picture rail that Dad has installed in the new main bedroom.
This is already such a beautiful light-filled room, and as per the rest of the interior, the bedroom will be painted white (Resene 'Salt').
Below you can see the new bedroom interior door, which sits adjacent to the front living room.
I recently invested in a new table and chairs for the dining room. Thanks to Aaron from Harold's Finishing Touches for sourcing them for me. I think they really 'fit' with the house - they are an 'old grey' timber with a plantation/Hamptons style.
Warmer weather
After a long Winter, the weather is finally warming up, and we are enjoying the longer days and balmy nights. How beautiful is the afternoon light at this time of year?
I know I have already posted photos of the verandah gates which Dad built, but I just love them, and all the interesting shadows they cast.
The garden has come alive again
Lavender...
'Heaven Scent' Hybrid Tea Roses...
The May bushes have almost finished their Spring flowering...
These hippeastrums were planted by Lorraine who lived in the former front flat here many years ago. Lorraine is no longer around, but these hippeastrums are so prolific at the moment - paying homage to Lorraine.
The Magnolia 'Little Gems' are all loaded with large white buds - ready to open.
The Jacaranda is showing the first signs of purple - right on cue, to mark university exam time.
I have started digging a new garden bed on the eastern side of the back living room, and adjacent to (what will be) a new back deck in the future. This garden will probably contain a border of Japanese Box, and some low standard plants that can be enjoyed through the large picture window of the living room.
Garden planning...
