The parlor as it looks today! We stripped and stripped wallpaper…and then stripped some more. My sub-contractor and friend, Mike, was much more patient than I. (smile) After the wallpaper came down, I started researching paint colors that were popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s–in Victorian homes. I decided ‘gold’ was the perfect color for the parlor. Then, we tackled the avocado green 
woodwork. The furnishings are a mixture of new and old. I love the round ottoman in the center of the room!
After Picture of Parlor
Before Picture of Parlor
Let’s go inside Ten White Street… As you see, we had lots of colorful wallpaper to greet us. All the woodwork was painted an avocado green. The wood floors were in exceptional condition. All we had to do is clean them up and apply an oil coating to restore them. After picture on the way…
After Picture_Back Garden
First, we replaced the cedar fence. Then, we attacked the walking path and garden beds. My landscaper found a concrete calf trough and creatively turned it into an amazing
water feature. My gardener made the Adirondack chairs. (The glass of wine was my contribution!) The back garden is totally private and relaxing–the perfect place for your morning coffee or afternoon tea (or evening cocktail).
Before Picture_Back Garden
Good morning! I have one more picture in my garden series–the back garden. This area took on a total transformation…
After Picture_Side Garden
We now have a path to follow that connects the front garden to the back private garden! The oval shaped bed in the middle is a pond with plants and the sides are plush with annuals and perennials. Did you know there was an azalea plant that blooms all Summer and Fall? Sweet!
Before Picture_Side Garden
The side yard of Ten White Street was filled with weeds, dead old trees and a few iris bulbs. In addition, the live trees had branched out in all directions, invading the high-line and cable wires. I’ve downloaded a couple pictures taken from opposite ends before we did the landscaping.
After Picture of Front Garden
Ta Da! Landscaper Ken Whitaker, and Gardener Joe Foust did a fantastic job! The gardens bring the place to life. And, this is only showing you the front gardens! More to come…
After Picture_Front Gardens
Before and After Series
Because it is wintertime, I’ll start with the gardens – think ‘spring’ thoughts. Here’s the ‘before’ picture of the front gardens.
Before picture of front gardens
Ten White Street’s First Blog Post!
Welcome to my Blog Site for TEN WHITE STREET! Because this is my very first entry, I will keep it short. (I’m anxious to see if it works!) Here’s a picture of Ten White Street when the gardens were in full bloom. Sweet!
View to enjoy from front porch