A Blog to Love

What Men Should Smell Like...

Mmm, that makes you think doesn't it!

I have to share this amazing blog with you. It's not about interiors or fashion. But it is super stylish and very unique - all the things we love, right?

Plus it is by a gorgeous friend of mine.

  

There are a few different elements to this site :

> Collection Privee - fragrance reviews of the authors own fragrance collection

> Creation - the art of perfumery

> A Scented Blog - thoughts, comments, opinions and new releases

The handsome man behind the blog *wink*

Please visit and enjoy this exploration of the senses...

xox

images via whatmenshouldsmelllike

Bob Simpson Adding More Sq. Footage on Montserrat Estate

A while back, I reported that Bob Simpson, retired Fort Worth energy mogul, was adding onto his already 14,000 sq. foot home on Bella Terra in Montserrat of Fort Worth.  Not only is he adding more sq. footage onto the main house, it looks like a new cabana is also completed - and a big one at that.  The added part of the main home looks like it includes an indoor pool.  Simpson also owns the 1 acre lot right next to the lot that features his mansion.

Photo courtesy of the new Google Bird's Eye View!

Thanks for reading,

John

2 Newly Listed Mansions in Montserrat, Fort Worth, TX

J. Lambert Custom Homes will be completing these 2 incredible new constructions this year in the community of Montserrat.  Perched above overlooking the wooded southwest Fort Worth countryside, Montserrat is a luxury community near I20 and 820; odds are, if you've ever driven on I20 or east loop 820, you've seen the incredible homes constructed atop the hills of the community.  Montserrat can add 2 more notable mansions on the list: 4656 Benavente Court and 4654 Benavente Court.

4656 Benavente Court is a 14,705 sq. foot residence complete with every J. Lambert amenity available - huge media room, 2 story study with spiral staircase, elevator, reading loft & balcony, and much more.  The 2 story home includes a 4 car garage, 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 7 fireplaces, and wine cellar.  It's listed for $3,999,900.  Here's a rendering of the completed home:

Here's The Listing

The second is 4654 Benavente Court, a 9,293 sq. foot home with a 1.3 acre lot size.  A media room, game room with full kitchen, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 4 car garage, and much more is included with this estate.  The English/traditional home style seen in most J. Lambert homes (arched windows, turrets, medieval look) is also present in this stunning residence.  This one is listed for a bit cheaper, $3,599,900.  Here's a rendering of the complete home: 

Here's The Listing

Two amazing new constructions on the same street in a breathtaking community.  

Thanks for reading,

John

Caravan Chic

I'm not a huge fan of lots of colour but I find this caravan renovation adorable and the perfect place to use colour. The owners of this caravan wanted a chic yet budget-friendly weekender for their family. What a great option when you want that weekend getaway space but don't want a big holiday house!

Amazing what you can do with a caravan and annexe isn't it?

images via house&garden

Winter Holidays and a Home in Sweden

I have already started my winter holidays. I am now in Argentina with all my family so I don't think I'll be able to post every day as usual. I will do my best to post at least every other day for the next two weeks.
So now, let's go over to Angelholm, in Sweden, to visit interior designer Nina Hartmann Sundgren's home. White, beige and gray are the colours she has chosen for her vintage style rooms.




























Photography by Maria Isabel Hansson
All images from here.

Historic Dallas Mansion Hits the Market - 8254 Garland Road, Belle Nora

A home over 6,000 sq. feet was considered incredibly huge back in 1929.  Now, as large home sizes have increased, this average sized (for the area) Colonial estate sits at 8254 Garland Road with front door views of White Rock Lake.  Belle Nora, as its called, features 6,148 sq. feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms.  With a 1920s appeal, the stunning home features a music room, private gazebo, pool and cabana, guest house, and 3 car garage.  A winding driveway veers in front of the main entrance and back out onto Breezewood Lane.  There is also a back entrance to get to the 3 car garage and guest quarters.  This historic residence is listed at $2,249,000.

Here's The Listing

Thanks for reading,

John

Room for today

What a cosy space, love this rustic look. Spot the juju hat... love

image via honey&fizz