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Happy 4th of July! I can’t believe summer is already here! Seems like just yesterday I was pulling long sleeved shirts out of my closet and in a flash – shorts and summer dresses are replacing bulky sweaters.

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July 3, 2020July 3, 2020

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Our 2020 Family Summer Vacation during a Pandemic

What will summer vacation look like in 2020? Does it make sense to even take a family vacay?

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July 2, 2020

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How to Care for Annabelle Hydrangeas and Avoid the Drooping Effect

The Annabelle Hydrangea plant is one of the most extraordinary blossoming flowers I have ever had the pleasure to own.

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June 29, 2020

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French Country Home Foyer – ORC (Week 8) – “The Final Reveal”

Eight short weeks have passed and here we are…the Final Reveal of our Foyer! Ok, truth be told, this isn’t really a Final Reveal, read on and I’ll explain.

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June 26, 2020June 26, 2020

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Things to Consider When Choosing the Waterline Tile for a Pool

The choices are endless, deciding on the perfect color, texture, and size of tile for our pool is mind boggling.

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June 22, 2020June 22, 2020

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French Country Home Foyer – “ORC” (Week 7) Repainting the Ceiling & Furnishing the Space

Second to the last week before the final reveal – Happy Dance in Progress! 

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June 18, 2020June 17, 2020

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Which Type of Pool is Right for your Home?

When it comes to picking the right type of pool for your home, many factors come into play, with budget being a big one.

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June 15, 2020June 15, 2020

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French Country Home Foyer – “ORC” (Week 5&6) Painting the Walls and Ceiling

We are back in full swing as we enter week 6! You may noticed the absence of week 5, as the One Room Challenge team decided to take a pause for several days, in honor and respect for #blacklivesmatter.

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June 11, 2020June 11, 2020

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Looking for a yummy July 4 dessert that doesn’t Looking for a yummy July 4 dessert that doesn’t involve baking? Look no further, check out my blog! #july4th #july4dessert #july4desserts #july4dessertideas #july4foodideas #july4thfood #july4thweekend #july4thdecor #july4 #happyhautehome #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountryhome #foodstagram #patrioticfood #dessertstagram #dessertrecipe
So nice to get away and spend time with family at So nice to get away and spend time with family at the beach. Not as busy as usual for a July 4 weekend and not many boats in the water. The water is super calm and the skies amazing #beachlife #beachday #beachphotoshoot #beachvacation #boatinglife #boatingseason #boatinglifestyle #boatingfun #bethanybeach #happyhautehome #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountryhome #vacationvibes #vacationhome #vacationideas #vacay2020 #vacaytime #countryfrench #outdoorliving #outdoorphotography #outdooradventures #waterviews
After 8 short weeks the time had come for the fina After 8 short weeks the time had come for the final reveal of our Foyer Reno for this season of the @oneroomchallenge . I wasn’t able to get everything on my list done, but we did a lot. Phase 2 of the Reno will be next year once our pool project is complete. Thank you to everyone who followed along and I appreciate your support so much!! Thank you to @betterhomesandgardens for sponsoring this magnificent event and to the wonderful Linda for coordinating. This is my 7 th season participating and I look forward to each round. This year was more challenging than most but still a lot of fun. #happyhautehome #foyer #foyerdecor #foyerdesign #foyerlighting #foyertable #foyerchandelier #foyers #foyerremodel #foyergoals #foyerarea #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountryinterior #frenchcountrydecorating #frenchcountryhouse
One of my favorite color combinations are these bl One of my favorite color combinations are these blue hydrangeas and dark pink roses. The combination is stunning #hydrangea #hydrangeas #hydrangealove #hydrangeaseason #hydrangeabouquet #hydrangeabouquet #rosesofinstagram #roses🌹🌹🌹 #flowersinstagram #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountry #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountryhome #countryliving #countryfrench #countryfrenchinteriors #frenchcountryhomes #countryfrenchdecor
More outdoor pictures of our annabelle hydrangeas. More outdoor pictures of our annabelle hydrangeas. These white and green beauties create a perfect landscape in our front yard garden #hydrangea #hydrangeasaremyfavorite #hydrangeaheaven #annabellehydrangea #whitehydrangea #happyhautehome #countryliving #countryhomes #countrygardensmagazine #countrygardens #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountrystyle #countryfrench #outdoorlandscapedesign #outdoorlandscapes
Our #annabellehydrangea have started to bloom and Our #annabellehydrangea have started to bloom and they are magnificent! We have been lucky to have lower temperatures so they are really thriving. #hydrangea #hydrangeas #hydrangeaseason #hydrangealove #outdoorflowers #outdoorgarden #annabellehydrangeas #happyhautehome #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrycharm #frenchcountry #countryliving #countryfrench #countryfrenchstyle #outdoorlandscaping #outdoorlandscape #outdoorlandscapedesign
Lazy summer days hanging out with my dear friend a Lazy summer days hanging out with my dear friend at her beautiful pool. Can’t wait until ours is done. Now if I could just decide on a waterline tile🤔 #pooltime #poolday #poollandscape #pooldesign #pools #poolgoals #swimmingpooldesign #swimmingpools #happyhautehome #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountry #frenchcountryhome #countryliving #countryfrench #countryfrenchdecor #rosé #roséchampagne #rosechampagne
It’s been difficult to keep the kitchen clean, a It’s been difficult to keep the kitchen clean, as it is the place where our family spends the most time. But bringing fresh flowers inside always brightens the space up! #redroses🌹 #pinkroses🌷 #rosesofinstagram #kitchendesign #kitchenremodel #kitchenisland #kitchenrenovation #frenchcountrykitchen #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountryhome #happyhautehome #kitchenpendants #kitchensofinstagram #kitchencabinets #countryfrenchinteriors #countryfrenchstyle #countryliving #countrystylehome
I have been so focused on the outdoors this Spring I have been so focused on the outdoors this Spring, mainly because we have put so much time and energy into fixing it up and this year we finally get to see the results. I don’t know but I am loving the exterior of our home this year and really reflecting on our blessings. #lifeisgood❤️ #lifestyleblogger #lifeisamazing #outdoorhome #outdoors #outdoordesign #outdoorlandscaping #rosesofinstagram #yellowroses #pinkpeonies #peoniesaremyfavorite #peonyseason #peonyaddict #cutflowersfrommygarden #happyhautehome #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountryhome #countryfrench #countrylifestyle #countryhomes #whitepaintedbrickhouse #whitepaintedbrickexterior #whitepaintedbrick #whitepaintedbricks
These beauties are such a magnificent creation. Th These beauties are such a magnificent creation. This variety of peony is called Sarah Bernhardt and is a magnificent cut flower. #peony #peonyseason #peonyflower #peonylove #peonygarden #peonyaddict #cutflowersfrommygarden #cutflowers #happyhautehome #bestcutflowers #frenchcountry #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountryhomes #countryliving #countrylife #countryhomes
Progress is being made on our foyer renovation as Progress is being made on our foyer renovation as part of the @oneroomchallenge What was I thinking? Taking on a project like this as we are also building a pool and pool house. I am up to my eyeballs in decision making! But slowly everything is getting done 😊 thank you to all for your encouragement, I really need it about now! Lot more info on my blog! #foyer #foyerdecor #foyerdesign #foyerlighting #foyers #foyerarea #foyerideas #oneroomchallenge2020 #pooldesign #poolhousedesign #poolhouses #summer2020 #happyhautehome #frenchcountry #frenchcountrydecor #countryfrench #countryliving #countryfrenchinteriors
The pretty little knock out roses have started blo The pretty little knock out roses have started blooming and are just the sweetest flowers. I trimmed them back to stumps during the Spring and they look beautiful. Lot more details about these roses on my blog #knockoutroses #landscapedesign #landscapeideas #landscapeideasdesign #rosesareblooming🌹 #rosesofinstagram #roses #pinkroses🌷 #pinkrosesaremyfavorite #happyhautehome #frenchcountrycharm #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountryhome #frenchcountryexterior #frenchcountryexteriors #countryliving #countryfrench #countryfrenchstyle
Here’s to a better days ahead! #flowers #indoorf Here’s to a better days ahead! #flowers #indoorflowers #hydrangeas #lifeisgood #lifeisbeautiful #happyhautehome #peaceandlove✌ #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrydecorating #frenchcountrykitchen #countryfrench #countryfrenchdecor #countryfrenchstyle #peoniesaremyfavorite #peonieseason #hydrangeaseason #hydrangea
I’m always amazed at how light is reflected onto I’m always amazed at how light is reflected onto our home depending on the time of day, cloudy or bright, raining or sunny. The sky is such a beautiful backdrop and makes the setting so colorful. #whitepaintedbrick #whitepainted #paintedwhitebrick #paintedwhitebrick #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountry #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountryhome #frenchcountryhouses #happyhautehome #frenchcountryexteriors #frenchcountryhomes #uplighting
Since you all like progress pictures, here is one Since you all like progress pictures, here is one of our foyer renovation. As part of this seasons @oneroomchallenge we are renovating the foyer of our home. We have removed carpet from the stairs and painted the risers, lots more to come in the next couple weeks. You can follow along on my blog link in profile. #oneroomchallenge #oneroomchallenge2020 #oneroomchallengeguestparticipant #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrymodern #frenchcountryhomes #countryfrench #countryfrenchinteriors #countryfrenchstyle #countryliving #staircase #staircasereno #staircaserenovation #foyer #foyerrenovation #foyerreno #foyerdecor #foyerdesign #foyerlighting #foyerlighting
Progress picture alert! Ok so this hasn’t change Progress picture alert! Ok so this hasn’t changed much since my last progress picture except for the pool frame being removed. Still in the curing phase, coping comes next. #pool #pooldesign #poolbuild #poollandscape #poolsofinstagram #pooltime #happyhautehome #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrymodern #frenchcountryhomes #frenchcountryexteriors #countryliving #countryfrench #backyarddesign #backyardideas #backyardpool #backyarddesignideas
They were beautiful while they were here, until ne They were beautiful while they were here, until next year! For tips on keeping outdoor cushions clean, check out my latest blog post. #staysafe #peoniesaremyfavorite #peoniesbouquet #peoniesofinstagram #peonieseason #peonylove #peonygarden #whitehome #whitepaintedbrick #blackandwhitedecor #whitecushion #blackgardenbench #pinkpeonies #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountrydecor #frenchcountrypassion #countryliving #countryfrenchdecor #countryfrenchmagazine #frenchcountryexteriors
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It’s been a bit hot for these lovely peonies the It’s been a bit hot for these lovely peonies the last few days and they are getting a bit droopy, great opportunity to bring them inside. #peonygarden #peonies #peoniesaremyfavorite #peoniesofinstagram #peonylover #peonyaddict #peony #peonieseason #peonielove #happyhautehome #frenchcountrypassion #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountryhome #modernfarmhouse #countryliving #countrylife #frenchcountryexteriors
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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, 2019May 27, 2020

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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, 2018May 24, 2020

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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 24, 2020

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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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