My Notting Hill: Formal Exteriors

Saturday, May 17, 2008

Formal Exteriors

There is something about a formal exterior. There's an undeniable WOW factor. Unlike a cottagy style exterior that invokes a comfortable, casual vibe, the formal exterior announces "notice me!" - with an emphasis on "me." Although I tend to appreciate the more casual, laid back approach, this classic, formal style can make you feel "dressed up" even if you're lounging around in a t-shirt and jeans.

Southern Accents, designer Mark Maresca, photography by Jeff McNamara

Southern Accents, designer Robert Chestnut, photography by Roger Foley
Southern Accents, designer Robert Chestnut, photography by Roger Foley
Southern Accents, designer Donna Hackman, photography by Roger Foley
image via Southern Accents
Exterior of Dallas store

The images below were taken on the East side of Manhattan. If we hadn't been in a hurry I could have taken about 100 more!

Georgetown, Washington, DC

10 comments:

Fifi Flowers said...: Beautiful pictures! I wanted to moved into one of them... just not sure which one! Hmmmmmm... I think I feel a painting coming on.; May 17, 2008 at 4:57 PM
My Notting Hill said...: So happy a painting might come out of these pics!; May 17, 2008 at 7:32 PM
Julia @ Hooked on Houses said...: Gorgeous photos, all. Especially enjoyed the ones you took in Manhattan. -Julia; May 17, 2008 at 8:51 PM
Robin said...: Each pic better than the last, I could so see myself in the ones of the pink house with the balconies and the pool...

ps -thanks for stopping by my blog; May 18, 2008 at 12:20 AM
pve design said...: Love giving the outdoors a polished, dressed-up look!
Black planters, wrought iron and elegant touches it is all very doable, where-ever you live!; May 18, 2008 at 8:58 AM
Kwana said...: These are beautiful. I particularly love the iron work. Dreamy.; May 18, 2008 at 5:18 PM
corine said...: what a post. I love a house that disappears behind greenery.; May 18, 2008 at 8:27 PM
Pigtown*Design said...: I love taking pictures of random architectural elements. I just pulled over in downtown B-more the other day to shoot a iron bracket.; May 19, 2008 at 9:41 AM
Sarah's Fab Day said...: Lovely post, I linked you with one of the photos you posted. Thanks.; May 20, 2008 at 10:47 AM
Fifi Flowers said...: I did it! The painting is done! My post tomorrow will be centered around your Georgetown photo... of course with a twist... I painted in a table and two chairs... meet me there we'll have a chat... LOL! ;) Thanks again for the inspiration!; May 20, 2008 at 11:57 PM