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Building a Swimming Pool (Week 1) – Breaking Ground

It’s been a long time coming, but we finally broke ground on our pool this week!

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April 2, 2020April 1, 2020

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Bolognese Sauce Recipe à la Happy Haute Home

Having always had a soft spot for Italian food, this bolognese sauce with fettuccine is the perfect comfort food for these long days indoors.

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March 30, 2020March 28, 2020

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20 Things to do at Home with Extra Time on Our Hands

Here I am writing a post about things to do at home when bored, something I never thought about writing until recently. Then again I never thought our country would completely shut down…but that also happened….

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March 26, 2020March 26, 2020

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No Better Time than Now to Get Our Bodies Fit and in Shape

While we all struggle with self quarantine, social distancing, and lack of a regular schedule, we can use this time to make a positive impact on ourselves as well as others.

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March 23, 2020March 23, 2020

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Favorite Shows to Binge Watch During a Pandemic

During these unprecedented times of self quarantine and social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic, we find ourselves stuck in the house not knowing when life will return to normal.

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March 19, 2020March 26, 2020

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Happy Haute Home Wins “Home Improvement Blog of the Year 2020”

For the second year in a row…Happy Haute Home has won the title of  “Home Improvement Blog of the Year”!

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March 16, 2020March 14, 2020

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Our Backyard Project (Phase 2) Planning to Build a Pool and Pool House

It’s almost Spring and I’m getting excited thinking about what summer 2020 will look like.

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March 12, 2020March 12, 2020

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Dining at Three Blacksmiths in Virginia

I want to introduce you to a gem of a restaurant we recently discovered.

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March 9, 2020March 9, 2020

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Have you started to think about Easter? Less than Have you started to think about Easter? Less than 2 weeks away. Easter will look very different this year for most of us, but we are very thankful to have each other and thankful we are safe and healthy. Easter ideas on the blog.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#stayhome #stayhealthy #staypositive #wewillgetthroughthis #wewillsurvive #bestrong #interiorinspire #easterdecor #eastertablescape #eastertablesetting #ᴇᴀsᴛᴇʀtable #tulips🌷 #tulipsaremyfavorite #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #springishere🌸 #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers #wewillprevail #thistooshallpass #wewillcomeback
Makes me happy to have fresh flowers back in our h Makes me happy to have fresh flowers back in our home. They are hard to find these days, but I picked them up from Costco during a recent grocery run. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#stayhome #stayhealthy #staypositive #wewillgetthroughthis #wewillsurvive #bestrong #interiorinspire #springflowers #springflowersmakemehappy #tulipsaremyfavorite #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #springishere🌸 #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers #wewillprevail #thistooshallpass #wewillcomeback #kitchenremodel #kitchenrange #kitchenrangehood
Our Easter table from last year. Love the lilac pa Our Easter table from last year. Love the lilac pattern on the vintage plates I found at a thrift store and paired them with lavender tulips. Not sure what Easter will look like this year, but we will make the most of it.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#stayhome #stayhealthy #staypositive #wewillgetthroughthis #wewillsurvive #bestrong #interiorinspire #easterdecor #eastertablescape #eastertablesetting #ᴇᴀsᴛᴇʀtable #tulips🌷 #tulipsaremyfavorite #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #springishere🌸 #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers #wewillprevail #thistooshallpass #wewillcomeback
One of the positive effects of staying indoors dur One of the positive effects of staying indoors during these difficult times is that we are spending more quality time with our families. I have been cooking more and trying to find fun ways to eat together. I received a gorgeous Grape chip and dip server from @arthurcourtdesigns . It is such a beautiful handmade piece, and looks stunning with my other serving pieces. I used it last night with my family to enjoy chocolate fondue with strawberries, pineapple, marshmallows, and more. Scroll right to see the stunning detail of this piece, link in profile. #arthurcourtdesigns #arthurcourt #stayhome #ideasdecoracion #ideasforhome #ideastostayhome #interiordesign #interiorinspire #frenchcountrypassion #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrydecor #happyhautehome #countryfrench #dessertideas #healthydesserts #springentertaining #springfamilyideas #healtysnacks #kitchenremodel #frenchcountrykitchen
The cherry blossoms in our neighborhood are gorgeo The cherry blossoms in our neighborhood are gorgeous. I would so love to go to DC to see the cherry blossoms but we are resisting the urge and staying home. We have so much beauty in our own backyards.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#stayhome #stayhealthy #staypositive #wewillgetthroughthis #wewillsurvive #bestrong #interiorinspire #cherryblossomathome #cherryblossoms🌸 #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #springishere🌸 #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers #wewillprevail #pinkcherryblossom #sunsetsofinstagram #sunsetphotography #sunsets #thistooshallpass #wewillcomeback
Rainy day here in Virginia and news that our schoo Rainy day here in Virginia and news that our schools are closed for the remainder of the school year. Life is so crazy now for everyone, how are you handling all of this? Stay strong for this too shall pass…⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#stayhome #stayhealthy #staypositive #wewillgetthroughthis #wewillsurvive #bestrong #interiorinspire #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #springishere🌸 #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers #wewillprevail #tulips🌷 #thistooshallpass #wewillcomeback
Hi everyone, been absent the last few days figurin Hi everyone, been absent the last few days figuring out how to deal with our new normal. How are you all handling the tough situation we are all facing? It really puts things into perspective. I am certain that we will prevail and come out stronger than ever…but life will get worse before it gets better. In the meantime, flowers help :)⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#interiorinspire #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #springishere🌸 #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers #wewillprevail #tulips🌷 #powderroomdesign #powderroom #shiplapwalls #thistooshallpass #rohl
Captured a beautiful moonlight scene from our fron Captured a beautiful moonlight scene from our front porch! With every going on these days we need to stop breathe and realize this will all pass #moonlightmagic #moonlighthome #moonlighting #homefront #springiscoming #springnights #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountry #countryfrenchdecor #happyhautehome #thiswillallpass
Hi everyone! It’s been a while, so I’d like to Hi everyone! It’s been a while, so I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Denise and we live in the Washington DC area, where I was born and raised. I am married to my wonderful husband of 17 years and we have 2 amazing children. I’m a home decor addict and always working on some new project in our French country home. I love everything about home, family and design. Our home is all about creating a warm and beautiful space to live in and share with others. I hope to inspire you thru my feed and my home decor and lifestyle blog, you can find the link in my profile. Welcome new followers I look forward to getting to know you better! A little fact about myself- I don’t like being in front of the camera but I am working on it, it’s hard so please be patient with me 😊 #interiorinspire #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #homeinspiration #spring #springiscoming #homedecorblogger #lifestylebloggers
Here it is! My inspiration photo for our backyard Here it is! My inspiration photo for our backyard project. This space was designed by @melanieturnerinteriors and featured on the cover of @verandamag a couple years ago. I love everything about this pool and pool house design. I looked through hundreds of photos on Pinterest and the internet and always came back to this design as I feel it suits our home the best. I can’t wait to get started! Thank you for following along! More about our project on my blog today, link in profile. #interiorinspire #backyarddesign #backyardgoals #backyardpool #backyardpools #poolhousedesign #poolhousegoals #springgoals #spring #happyhautehome #frenchcountry #countryfrench #countryfrenchmagazine #countryhomesandinteriors #countryhomesandinteriorsmagazine #futuregoals😍
Tulips, tulips everywhere. I planted these indoors Tulips, tulips everywhere. I planted these indoors last year and they grew so tall and beautiful!⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#tulips🌷 #redtulips🌷 #pinktulips🌷 #tulipsofinstagram #springiscoming #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #countryfrench #countryhomes #indoorpottedplants
The first signs of Spring are showing up in the Wa The first signs of Spring are showing up in the Washington DC area! We had a glorious 70 degrees today.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ #tulips🌷 #purpletulips💜 #tulipsofinstagram #springiscoming #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #countryfrench #countryhomes #daylightsavings #mondaymonday
We were all dragging our feet this morning and fee We were all dragging our feet this morning and feeling the effects of daylight savings, but the sunrise made it all worth it.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#morningsunrise☀️ #morningsunrises #pinkhydrangeas #hydrangeaflower #springiscoming #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #countryfrench #countryhomes #daylightsavings #mondaymonday
Do any of you have a Nespresso machine? I love min Do any of you have a Nespresso machine? I love mine as it has a frother. But lately it has been leaking a lot of water, has this happened to you? I went to the nespresso retail store and they suggested descaling the machine. I bought the descaling agent and hope this does the trick. #hydrangeasaremyfavorite #hydrangeabouquet #pinkhydrangeas #hydrangeaflower #springiscoming #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #countryfrench #countryhomes #springkitchen #nespresso #nespressomachine
A clean kitchen always makes me smile. What are yo A clean kitchen always makes me smile. What are you smiling about today?⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#tulipsofinstagram #tulipsarecoming #hydrangeabouquet #pinkhydrangeas #hydrangeaflower #springiscoming #hydrangeas #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #chunkythrow #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #flowers🌸 #countryfrench #countryhomes #blushhomedecor #springkitchen
Spring table with droopy tulips and lilac embellis Spring table with droopy tulips and lilac embellished dinnerware. I feel like Spring is finally coming.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#tulipsofinstagram #tulipsarecoming #springiscoming #hydrangeas #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #chunkythrow #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #flowers🌸 #countryfrench #countryhomes #blushhomedecor #lilacs
I am forever playing around with these blush pillo I am forever playing around with these blush pillows, i just love them. We had snow flurries most of the day, reminding us that Winter is not over yet! How is your weather?⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#tulipsofinstagram #tulipsarecoming #hydrangeabouquet #pinkhydrangeas #hydrangeaflower #springiscoming #hydrangeas #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #chunkythrow #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #flowers🌸 #countryfrench #countryhomes #blushhomedecor
Let the Spring decor begin! I only got as far as r Let the Spring decor begin! I only got as far as removing some red pillows, but the room is slowly taking shape.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#tulipsofinstagram #tulipsarecoming #hydrangeabouquet #pinkhydrangeas #hydrangeaflower #springiscoming #hydrangeas #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #chunkythrow #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #flowers🌸 #countryfrench #countryhomes
Spring and Pastels….⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ #tulip Spring and Pastels….⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣ #tulipsofinstagram #tulipsarecoming #hydrangeabouquet #pinkhydrangeas #hydrangeaflower #springiscoming #hydrangeas #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #flowers🌸 #countryfrench #countryhomes
My favorite deconstructed chairs with a pretty flo My favorite deconstructed chairs with a pretty flower combination of hydrangeas and roses. Blush velvet pillows are perfect for Spring and always in season at my home.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#tulips🌷#roses🌹 #tulipsofinstagram #tulipsarecoming #springiscoming #hydrangeas #springvibes🌸 #springthoughts #spring #springflowersmakemehappy #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountry #flowers🌸 #countryfrench #countryhomes
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Home Exterior Modernization “One Room Challenge” Final Reveal (Week 6)

The moment we have all been waiting for has finally arrived! The Big Reveal of our Home Exterior Modernization! Sit back and enjoy the abundance of pictures, I took a lot of photos and included a bunch for your viewing pleasure (and this is the scaled back version)!

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November 7, 2019November 10, 2019

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“Home Wine Cellar” – One Room Challenge – Final Reveal

After 6 short weeks, the time has come for the final reveal of our Wine Cellar! Wow, the time passed quickly. I am thrilled to show you our new space and hope we can inspire you to build your own cellar, wine room, or wine closet.

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November 8, 2018November 8, 2018

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“Basement Bar Remodel” One Room Challenge (Week 6) “Final Reveal”

Wow…it’s finally here. The day has come to reveal the end result of our hard work in remodeling our modern french country basement bar space in 6 weeks, as a guest participant in the One Room Challenge!

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May 10, 2018May 10, 2018

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Modern French Country Kitchen Renovation “One Room Challenge” Final Reveal

The time has officially arrived. It’s been a rough 7 weeks for us and our DIY kitchen renovation, but we are so happy the job is finally complete!

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November 16, 2017May 16, 2018

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Extraordinary Washington D.C. Suburb Home Tour

One of my favorite aspects of blogging so far, has been meeting new people with whom I have a common interest. The world wide web is an enormous place, so when friendships are formed online, chances of meeting in person are slim.

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October 16, 2017June 27, 2019

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Building “The Ultimate Home Gym” the Rogue Way

Building a home gym takes a lot of thought and preparation. It begins with choosing a room in the home that will accommodate your equipment and the way you want to work out.

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September 25, 2017March 22, 2020

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New Fireplace Surround for the Family Room

If you’ve been following my blog, you know we are in the process of renovating our family room. We are restyling the room from an over the top (not sure what you call this) to a transitional style.

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July 13, 2017September 9, 2018

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Building Interior Wood Square Pillars

Our new house is everything we want in a home. The flow is perfect, the ceilings are high, the kitchen is ginormous, the basement outstanding, has a beautiful lot and more than enough space for our family. The bones of the home are incredible. No detail was overlooked in the building of this beautiful home.… Continue reading →

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June 19, 2017June 4, 2018

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