Friday, February 17, 2012

Our house - a few pictures

As mentioned, we've been granted quite the house, which we are slowly starting to get comfortable in! I love all the natural light and the high ceilings. I can't wait to get our art to cover all the white walls!

Our living room is pretty long - greatly improved by being divided into 2 separate living spaces. Note the USG standard issue couches, coffee tables, and hutch. You will see the same furniture anywhere in Africa (and probably the world) in houses managed by the US Embassy.  At least you feel at home and there is no question about the decor. :)

 Kitchen - spacious, with a gas stove - but only a couple drawers, and the the bottom of the wall cabinets is even with the top of my head. :) Like our outdoor table and chairs? I'm designing an island, so those can eventually go outdoors.
Our dining room table - we call it the Viking table - perfect for lots of guests! Note the flowers Ed gave me for Valentine's Day (and the Nalgene bottle!).
 Our entry way - complete with spiral staircase - note the baby gates that were already installed. It has a very convenient space underneath for storage of all sorts of stuff.
We are trying to work on our poor yard - we have all the old ratty plants weeded out or pruned, and now we're slowly getting new stuff planted. We're hoping for a huge multi-colored bougainvillea hedge along our wall in the not-too-distant future!
Our front porch and side yard - sort of barren for now, but has potential. And I love the huge mango tree overhanging most of the side yard!

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