In case my love letter to 323 didn't tip you off, I am a real sap when it comes to houses. I roar through Kleenex during episodes of Extreme Makeover Home Edition and lose track of movie plots because of my preoccupation with their hosting homes. So, when my real estate agent gal pals, Monica and Aisha, inquired about my home "wish list," I drafted a full-page response. Reserving a measly two lines for such trivialities as room size, number of bedrooms and full vs. partial baths, I spent the rest of the page blathering about games of kick-the-can, soccer and yes, even a backyard wedding. Oh, and there was the bit about it being in move-in condition. But, what fun would that have been?
My reflection on the activities over the past several months made me feel nostalgic and inspired to look up a few of my favorite Hollywood digs. First stop...the Banks Residence. Not surprisingly, I am not the only one to admire this idyllic family home from afar. It has a legitimate following. A big thanks to Hooked on Houses for the re-introduction:
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| A sweeping staircase in the entry |
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| Kitchen with French doors leading into the dining room |
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| Living Room |
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| Master Bedroom |
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| Back Porch |
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| The Living Room transformed |
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| And, of course, a backyard wedding |
A ton more celebrity houses are featured by this site, so whether you want to peruse the rooms of Mr. and Mrs. Smith (the infamous launching pad for Branjelina,) or get a bird's eye view into the home of Reese Witherspoon, Hooked on Houses is your stop. A couple more of my favorites:
I'll never fully understand why a house can make me weak in the knees, but I know it is about much more than its outward appearance, or even the finishes within. I love what they represent...a place to truly be yourself, a place of security, and a place where memories are created. I plan to have lots of memories at 323...even if my son decides to get married barefoot on the beach.
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| Photo Courtesy of Daddy |
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