Turquoise Tour of Seabrook, Washington

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The first thing Chris and I said to each other when we arrived, "This totally reminds me of Seaside!"...and that's not by accident: <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2013/12/turquoise-houses-of-seaside-florida.html" target="_blank">Seaside, Florida</a> (where we went last fall) was actually the inspiration for this new coastal community located on a bluff overlooking the ocean about 2.5 hours from Seattle. Both Seabrook and Seaside are considered "new urbanist towns" with their walkable, pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods, small lot sizes, access to green space, and sense of community....not to mention cuteness-overload with every single home you see! I got more of a Nantucket vibe in Seabrook, which I'm all for and loved! <br /><br />Seabrook is a relatively new town, it was only established in 2004, and new construction is still going strong. The town has <a href="http://www.seabrookwa.com/seabrook-town-master-plan/" target="_blank">big plans</a> for its future, with more homes and retail in the works. I can't wait to go back to see how their vision develops and the region around Seabrook changes. Until then it's still a great place to relax and get away from it all! About half of the 250 homes in the town are available to <a href="http://www.seabrookcottagerentals.com/" target="_blank">rent</a> (though privately owned) and they are all SO cute...it was hard deciding which one to stay in. Later this week I'll take you on a tour of the place we ended up renting...you'll love it! <br /><br />I first learned about the town through photographer <a href="http://traceyaytonphotography.com/seabrook-wa-revisited/" target="_blank">Tracey Ayton</a> and a photo tour she had on her blog, you definitely need to check that out <a href="http://traceyaytonphotography.com/seabrook-wa-revisited/" target="_blank">here</a> and I'm sure you'll fall in love with Seabrook too! And for all you ever wanted to know about Seabrook and tons of photos/videos of the town, visit their website <a href="http://www.seabrookwa.com/" target="_blank">here</a>! <br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Turquoise Tour of Seabrook, Washington

I've been wanting to visit Seabrook , Washington for awhile now, so I was thrilled when my friend decided it was the perfect location f...

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Nid d'Amour

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Today's dream destination: St. Martin! <a href="http://www.luxuryretreats.com/destinations/caribbean/st--martin/terres-basses---hillside/nid-damour-110013" target="_blank">Nid d'Amour </a>(French for Love's Nest) is a contemporary-styled two bedroom villa located hillside on the Caribbean island. Aren't the views spectacular? I can't even imagine swimming in that pool looking out over the water! The inside is nothing to complain about either...love those pops of turquoise! And I'm sure the sea breezes coming in are heavenly! You can read all about the villa, see more pics and get rental info over <a href="http://www.luxuryretreats.com/destinations/caribbean/st--martin/terres-basses---hillside/nid-damour-110013" target="_blank">here</a>!<br /><br /><br />Some big Wesley news to report! The little guy just turned 11 months old and is now WALKING! He actually took his first real steps while we were in Washington and has continued to impress us since with his new skills! <i>So</i> exciting!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgU0_TMA3_J-ftDqvgwIikrmNL9spmMdU6PQrmGZEcqJIyDDqqmgum4q8dZYeW4oSjxZnt13zKEn3i95zvJDPX7LOcVffFn3nxkVTudfUeQu-nKzYJkDhyphenhyphenh4VFg3z84BXFu4qJx7vk4Xg/s1600/Wesley+11+months.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0o64Mn0NuZtDSdvNAleSn_YWDGt-waDuzLYRfjh_qLoGSGcYllE2gv0qvk8QPwSs-a_np-ljpm5pCDcVbOg41x5oDTB-c_VdkNm0vL86u_LdCIjq2LgkTGlXrj2v5q5uN6lkL9DzfW38/s1600/Wesley+10+months.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0o64Mn0NuZtDSdvNAleSn_YWDGt-waDuzLYRfjh_qLoGSGcYllE2gv0qvk8QPwSs-a_np-ljpm5pCDcVbOg41x5oDTB-c_VdkNm0vL86u_LdCIjq2LgkTGlXrj2v5q5uN6lkL9DzfW38/s1600/Wesley+10+months.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(click to enlarge)</span></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Nid d'Amour

I'm always on board for a virtual getaway! Today's dream destination: St. Martin! Nid d'Amour (French for Love's Nest) is a ...

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Sawyer | Berson

<center><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRlZ8vR4zzK1GeXV5YBW5g_xfQqHAD2F-RyNA7GLkg9-sycEmvsY6gMnNHDOpWF4O1Hq_iY-bJk9sL8BoYkXLQR4xXdH-aqwcijGWmCqNS0YblaSFir5T8jYARDgH8tJDf9iJeYlxcV-E/s1600/06E11thStreet.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI8T029LyDyzlCLif9oHHEL6cramVTZcVn-giNVgYqZblhJvJ4qYoE2E0U3om6fC2dzS9gJCLNCHE66s2tHOnMJdxzGD643T_OJFpbArldIh3FEId11BroNAFiDcTpgMtISRLt_bEuHBI/s1600/07E11thStreet.jpg" /></center><br />Is this fab-u-lous or what?! The colorful kitchen resides in a Greenwich Village townhouse designed by Brian Sawyer and John Berson of <a href="http://www.sawyerberson.com/" target="_blank">Sawyer | Berson</a>–the architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm based in New York City. I just cannot get over the cabinets, trim and door....the color is absolute perfection!! Love the colorful dinnerware peeking through the glass cabinets too! Dream space for sure! You can see the rest of the home right over <a href="http://www.sawyerberson.com/projects/townhouse-in-greenwich-village/" target="_blank">here</a>!<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Sawyer | Berson

Is this fab-u-lous or what?! The colorful kitchen resides in a Greenwich Village townhouse designed by Brian Sawyer and John Berson of Sawye...

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