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I’ve got another property for you from Domus Nova. And this one is a dream! What is not to love about this place? The only thing I can really comment on negatively are those deflated looking sofas, which looks too much like a separated sectional (pet peeve!!). This place rocks. I love the simple kitchen, the concrete floors, the funky lighting, the artwork (I spot THE perfect vintage portrait), the yard, and OMG THAT HALLWAY ‘O BOOKS!!!

Oh the view! Oh the vertigo! Aside from heart palpitations climbing up to this lovely home and the fact that the family dog will need to be replaced by the family goat it’s worth it for the view. I’m real estate stalking in exclusive Palm Beach on the northern beaches of Sydney. Stone and sea and palms. I just want to curl up with a coffee and magazine and be mesmerised as the waves roll in. Link here while it lasts.

Jo – Hey honey my anti-virus thingy expires in 14 days. Should I renew or buy a different one?

Kelvin – I’ll get D (my stepson) to install a different one. I have an extra licence.

Jo – Thanks honey.

That was Wednesday. 4 days later and I’m still without my computer. They decided to change my operating system and screwed it up once and after 6 hours today apparently we are still waiting for “number 3 of 4 to install…do not turn off your computer”. Or was that 2? God I hope it isn’t 1. Then we still have to install that illusive security software. You know. The one in the conversation above. The one mentioned 4 days ago. I can’t get near my files, my Photoshop, my Snagit, my bookmarks. (Help I’m lost without my bookmarks!) Those who are tech savvy will shake your head at my inadequacy but I’m like most of you. I drive the bus. I don’t build it or service it.

Long story short I’m on my teeny tiny netbook and it’s another stalking post. They’re easy to do especially when you don’t have all the fancy tools you’re used to having at your finger tips. Hopefully I’ll be back to normal tomorrow…. or the next day…. or the next.

Oh the house. I almost forgot. Who could believe that behind its tiny unassuming facade is such a lovely house? Favourite bits? The spiral staircases, the garden and the wine cellar. I could live and die in a wine cellar I do believe 😉 Link here while it lasts.

Take a terrace in Paddington, Sydney. Do the usual. Dark grey exterior. White interiors. So far just like your neighbours. Add black trims. Still like many of your neighbours. Fill with colourful furniture, rugs and great art. You’re narrowing down the locals who decorate just like you. Paint your kitchen in your face yellow. All of it. Everything. OK now you’re on your own! So much to love about this house. Some of it leaves me scratching my head. Does anyone know if the pyramids of fruit are pieces of art, housewarming presents or early “Christmas trees”? Link while it lasts here.

Well maybe not married. At least in not this deconsecrated and now renovated little brick chapel in West Hobart, Tasmania. Yes I’m stalking Tasmania! The history! The cutest buildings. This sturdy early 1900’s building has been transformed with a contemporary warehouse vibe but the chapel shell remains as does the simple utilitarian feel. It was plain and functional in the praise of the Lord when it was a church and now it is minimal and functional in the service of the owners. Link here while it lasts.