Digital print of the courtyard in front of Residenz München. Photo taken by Savannah Kaitlyn Photography.
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Savannah, Georgia's pristine parks and drooping live oaks provide an idyllic backdrop for a culinary scene that's deeply rooted in the local landscape. Local seafood reigns supreme here but as you'll see, Savannah has restaurants for every type of diner.
Michaelis Boyd Associates designed Arijiju House combining African and European architecture: rooms, terraces and green roofs develop around a central courtyard and overlook the savannah.
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Ever since reading The Secret Garden as a girl, I've loved the idea of a walled-in garden. A courtyard garden is both an outdoor space and an extension of the home--a bonus room. Some may dream of wide open spaces, but I dream of a little patch of the outdoors that is completely private. A courtyard is the perfect place to experiment with plants without having to tend to a lawn, while providing an appealing spot to pause for breakfast or dinner. The garden above, which I photographed in Savannah, lured me through timeworn shutters to lean in for a closer look. The following images illustrate that four walls under open sky, plus greenery and comfortable seating, add up to a dose of tranquility. Images: Campagne Decoration magazine, May/June 2010 issue. Inside Out magazine; Jan/Feb 2009 issue, August 2003 issue, July 2004 issue, June 2004 issue.
A little trip to a true southern gem of the south-Charleston, and it's charming labyrinth of courtyard gardens.
Courtyard along the streets in Savannah Georgia by Jim Crotty
When it comes to dressing, style mavens and mothers have strongly suggested for years, that one leave something to the imagination. In this time of TMI, there's even a smart-chic blog called Always a Lady that kindly advises young women on the art of elegance, poise and putting some freakin' clothes on. A little mystery goes a long ways. This same concept applies to your garden. I've known of this design principle and experienced it before; with a twist on the path or a tantalizing backyard gate. While walking the streets and squares (pronounced in two syllables as squay-ahs) in...
This time last year.......Do you ever do that? You know, you think back to what you were doing this time LAST year? Well, I did that today. I decided to look at the pictures I took when we made a spring break trip to Savannah, Georgia. Savannah is a beautiful city. I have been there several times, but it had been many years since my last visit, so spring break seemed to be the perfect time to enjoy this beautiful southern city again with my family. I don't always take the best pictures, so I decided that this city is super photogenic--almost all my pictures were nice! Just walking down the sidewalk is a treat! I love all the beautiful details in the buildings. Also, since the climate is mild in Savannah, plants are so pretty even in the chilly early days of spring. Just looking down the sidewalks is interesting. There are gates and gardens in many neighborhoods. Wrought iron is everywhere! Many homes feature gingerbread and wrought iron. I took pictures of this porch because of the beautiful blue ceiling. Creeping Fig was a favorite vine in many outdoor spaces. Public spaces were lovely, too. Join me again for my next post! I've decided to write a series on Savannah. I'm going to feature the public squares, places to shop, sites to see, yummy food spots and a surprise or two.
Provide the ultimate in privacy—and design a space you'll love—with these beautiful courtyard design ideas.
This three-story 1845 row house in downtown Savannah is brimming with elegance and style. Find out how to achieve this elegant look in your own home from HGTV.
I love New Orleans. I love its food, music, energy, funky eclecticism, soul, romance and architecture. I love its unzipped, everything goes, let's party attitude. (Family lore has it that one of my paternal ancestors was a pirate here!) This is my tribute to the Big Easy, in honor of Mardi Gras -- tomorrow's Fat Tuesday celebration that's already underway. Laissez les bons temps (et bons modes) roulez! A is for Architecture This is one of its most famous buildings, the St. Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter, photographed by Chris Jernigan. His work is available at his christophr shop on Etsy, my favorite new source for all things art and design. B is for Brennan's Brennan's exemplifies the lavish European style that is so prevalent in old Nawlins buildings, especially its historic restaurants and hotels. Brennan's also lays claim to inventing one of the best desserts ever experienced anywhere -- the Bananas Foster. Honestly, they also make it better than anyone else. C is for Cafe Du Monde Because B also brings you beignets, New Orleans' flavorful answer to donuts and pastries, no photo essay of the area would be complete without a shot of its most famous purveyor of beignets and chicory coffee. I'm not sure how Mailelani, another Etsy artist, found it so empty; this patio is usually overflowing with adoring fans. But then, it's definitely worth the wait! D is for Dreamy Bedding I spotted this New Orleans toile online a while back and have been pondering where I can use it chez Jamie. The fine folks at Hazelnut, a local home and gift emporium, have employed it well in this oh-so-luscious bedding. Sweet dreams, mon cher! E is for Elegant Imbibing There may have been no place better for a late night sip than the Sazerac Bar at the Fairmont Hotel, (nee Roosevelt Hotel), and no cocktail -- save, perhaps, the hurricane -- more identified with New Orleans than the Sazerac. If you fancied your drinking fancy, here is where you'd want to raise your wrist. After Katrina, you'd have been out of luck; the hotel was damaged by the storm and closed. Now, I understand, it's reopening this Spring as a Southern outpost of the famed Waldorf-Astoria, and the Sazerac will be returning! How divine! F is for the Fleur de Lis You can find these shapely symbols everywhere in New Orleans. They adorn gates and walls, NFL helmets and gold necklaces. The version shown here from Stencilease.com can easily adorn your home. I wouldn't be surprised to find it in mine one of these days! G is for Garden Courtyards One of New Orleans' secret pleasures is its courtyard gardens. Tucked behind walls and gates, these gems delight the eye and the nose. The one shown here at the Beauregard-Keyes House in the French Quarter delighted my heart, too -- it's where my husband and I got married in 2001. When we first visited in December 2000, it was fairly bare, but still charming in its classical lines. When we returned in May for our rehearsal and wedding, the magnolias were in full bloom. The air was perfumed with their fragrance and their magnificent white blossoms rivaled my wedding gown! H is for Horse-drawn Carriages Yes, they're touristy. And no, from what one driver told us, they're not even horses. They're hardier mules. But heck, it's all about fantasy and horse-drawn carriages fulfill every gal's dream to be swept off her feet by a handsome prince. Here, the carriage arrives at the four-star Omni Royal Orleans hotel. I is for Intricate Ironwork This is the iron lace that characterizes so much French Quarter architecture. Charming and iconic, nothing says old Orleans as much as the decorated balconies lining its streets. Those shown here belong to Gallier House, designed in 1857 by local archietct James Gallier, Jr. J is for Jewel-toned Creole Cottages You see them everywhere. Bright colors beckoning you onto narrow side streets, toward even narrower shotgun homes. Their joyous facades -- captured here by Etsy artist B. Sasik -- mock their humble size. They tease, tempt and tantalize. How fun life would be in one of these houses. K is for King Cake Never heard of King Cake? It's a long-held Mardi Gras tradition that blends calories, color and the Christ child. You'll find all three baked into a sweet treat each year at parties across town. Tradition demands that the snacker who finds the baby doll inside the cake brings the next one. The one shown here is from Gumbopages.com, which kindly offers a recipe, as well... Just in case you want to export the tradition to your town. L is for Luxury New Orleans knows how to luxuriate. While this handsome suite lives in the elegant Windsor Court Hotel, you can find bedrooms like this in fine homes throughout the comfortable neighborhoods in and around the city. Wouldn't you enjoy slipping between these sheets? M is for Mississippi River Steamboats I love the Mississippi River. Whenever I cross over it, whether by car or plane, I sing a verse of "Ole Man River" under my breath. Nothing symbolizes the river more than its steamboats. Here's the Natchez, still plying the waters off New Orleans, though it now carries diners enjoying jazz, not cotton or contraband N is for Nottoway This 150-year-old Southern belle upriver from New Orleans has the quintessential porch. Pull up a chair, sip a julep and set a while. Nottoway: Isn't this how you picture the old South? O is for Oak Alley Another iconic Louisiana plantation home, Oak AlleyPlantation sits along the famed River Road in Vacherie, an easy drive from New Orleans. I include it here because its elegant allee exemplifies classic Southern architecture. If it looks familiar to you, it could be because Interview with a Vampire was filmed here, and the home co-starred as Louis' home. P is for Pitot House This is a far more typical Louisiana architectural style. The Pitot House is the only Creole colonial home museum in New Orleans and a state landmark. The broad, steep roof, double porches and French doors opening up to the rare breeze are local archetypes. This is the type of home I'd love to build, though on a not-so-big scale! Q is for Queen of the Damned Ann Rice, author of the Vampire Chronicles, is one of New Orleans' most famous residents. Her Garden District Greek Revival home, shown here, was the setting for numerous Rice novels. (Bet you didn't think I'd come up with a "Q" entry, did you???) R is for Rex - King of Carnival The legendary Rex Organization was founded in 1872 and defines Mardi Gras traditions. There's the King, the Queen, the Court, the parade and the Rex Ball. Rex's 2009 theme is "Spirits of Spring." This beautifully-illustrated Rex Proclamation is available for sale. Even if, like me, you're not particularly entranced by middle-aged business men in royal regalia, you've got to admire the lovely art nouveau poster! Ed Dyer is the artist. S is for Soniat House I love the quiet elegance of this French Quarter hotel. It's a welcome retreat from the mania that is Mardi Gras-central. Savor the soft hues and fabrics. Soniat House embraces its guests in cool comfort. This is where I want to stay on my next visit. T is for Tangerine, Teal... and Trash New Orleans homes are famous for their colorful facades. Here's one I spotted online in bright orange and several shades of blue and green. Gotta wonder about the dreary trash can out front, though... Still cleaning up after Katrina? U is for Ursuline Academy UA is the oldest continuously-operating school for women in the U.S. It's also a fine-looking building turning out fine-tuned minds. V is for Voodoo! New Orleans might be the only American city with a voodoo shop. I spotted it on my first trip there, and tripped out! When I was wandering around Etsy the other day, I spotted this voodoo doll on DBayou18's shop and time-travelled back a decade. W is for World War II Museum New Orleans is home to the National World War II Museum. Its architecture is far more modern than the history it shares, but the contemporary space and its precious contents are all worth a look. This official image shows the Louisiana Memorial Pavilion at night. X-Rated Disneyland Sorry, I'm not including a picture of drunken women showing their boobs or butts for plastic beads. There are other web sites for images like that! However, the prevailing mood of Mardi Gras is one of alcohol-soaked revelry. In my opening paragraph, I described New Orleans as unzipped. Others call it the Big Easy. Get as loose as you want. No one will mind, cher! Y is for Y'all Come Back Now! If you love New Orleans, go back for a visit. Support the local economy. Visit the local sites. View the local architecture and make new friends! Maybe you wait until Jazz Fest or the French Quarter Festival, but pay a visit to the Crescent City this year! Z is for ZZZZZ This labor of Louisiana love took far longer than I expected. It's 1:37 and I'm calling it a night! Sweet dreams, mes amis!
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Open or closed, garden gates always say welcome. Whether you opt for wrought-iron or classic white pickets, charming garden gates can add character.
Savannah homes are known for their incredible gardens. The backyards were smaller and enclosed by neighboring homes (kind of like in Mexico). I loved their intimacy.
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Paula Deen is selling her French Caribbean-style house known as "Riverbend" in Savannah, Georgia. It comes with two charming guest houses, too!
