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Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Charming Courtyards Part I

I have posted about courtyards before but I have more to show you, so I'll be doing a few posts over the next several days to share them with you.  Enjoy the romance of these cozy, yet elegant, spots.  I can't resist them!


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Love that gorgeous brickwork!

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Lush, with elegant brickwork and a water feature?  Amazing.

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Spanish Style works for me too!

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This brings back good memories of trips to Spain and Italy, where courtyards are a must to escape that sizzling heat.

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Inviting in the best possible way!

I hope you enjoyed these.  More coming soon!

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16 comments:

  1. The enchanted homeMay 16, 2012 at 4:34 AM

    What a scrumptious post Barbara!! I love courtyards and if blessed with the right weather think I could live in one! These are just stunning, defniitely bookmarking this post!!

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  2. Splendid SassMay 16, 2012 at 5:16 AM

    Oh so beautiful, Barbara. I am with you on the brick.
    Seem the patio is the last thing to get attention, but these ideas can change that.
    Happy Wednesday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  3. I Dream OfMay 16, 2012 at 7:13 AM

    Oh these are lovely. I think we are going to get rid of the little patch of anemic grass in our backyard and replace it with blue stone, brick or little pink rocks-- hopefully the results will be as inviting as what you've shown us here.

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  4. micheleMay 16, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    it's on my someday list for sure. they are a rarity in the midwest so extra special in my book!

    smiles.

    michele

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  5. An Urban CottageMay 16, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    I wish I had a little private oasis like one of these.

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  6. Luciane at HomeBunch.comMay 16, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Hello, my beautiful friend!

    How are you doing today?

    It's always so great to hear form you!

    This is stunning, Barbara! Truly the kind of post that makes us dream... go somewhere so distant and feel inspired. Thank you!!!

    xo

    Luciane at HomrBunch.com

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  7. Acquired ObjectsMay 16, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    I wish I had a courtyard too! These are absolutely gorgeous!


    XX
    Debra~

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  8. The Buzz BlogMay 16, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    Such lovely spaces - I can already feel the summer breezes... Some o fthese remind me of my aunt's villa in Florence and her fabulous courtyard where we dine under the stars. Looking forward to our visit to Seattle next month!
    xxoo

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  9. VictoriaMay 16, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    I love courtyards. I had two in my last house, but none here in SW Florida. I do have a lanai and I am going to say it qualifies as a southern courtyard. There. I feel better now. Thanks for these beautiful images to dream about.
    Best...Victoria

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  10. PatriciaMay 16, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    What spectacular courtyards! We got rid of all grass in the back patio years ago and have brick and stone with trees and vines. Alas, the rainy season has arrived in Miami (usually referred to as Summer), so it's back inside to air-conditioned rooms till October for us here in South Florida!

    Ana Maria

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  11. Stacy CUrranMay 16, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    They are ALL so lovely! I'd take any of them :)
    Stacy

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  12. Garden, Home and PartyMay 16, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    I would enjoy any of these, I have a few favorites, but they are all spectacular.
    Karen

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  13. debra @ 5th and stateMay 16, 2012 at 7:36 PM

    more to come? GREAT! love a courtyard. that first image is of my friends courtyard, designer Mary Bairstow in atlanta.
    wishing you a happy week barbara!
    debra

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  14. Wendi @ Classic Chic HomeMay 16, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    All of these courtyards are gorgeous, Barbara. Any one of them would be a dream come true!

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  15. Meghan @ Wishful ThinkingMay 16, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    This post has me wishing summer would hurry up and get here already! I really love the idea of using a bench as seating against a table with small chairs scattered around!

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  16. The Vintique ObjectMay 17, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    Barbara, I am eating this post up!
    I love courtyards more than any exterior feature I can think of. It's the New Mexican in me. Great post!
    Camille

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Thanks for your comments - I love hearing from you!