Dream Homes

Happy Friday my dears!  I know I have mentioned this before, but I recently relocated to Indianapolis to be with my boyfriend of nearly 6 years {5 of which were spent in a long-distance relationship}.  I have been living in his one-bedroom apartment, but both of us agree it is time we up-size and find something a bit more permanent and "us."  While there are some features that are a necessity for us {hardwood floors, pre 1940, fireplace, at least two bedrooms} I am torn between the idea of downtown living versus a little cottage with a yard of our own. 

Typically when thinking about my dream home I go back and forth between living in a gorgeous, historic brownstone {read: Lincoln Park, NYC} and a cosy little bungalow surrounded by wild flowers.  Let's take a look, shall we?

The ideal downtown space for me would have high ceilings, huge windows, crown molding everywhere, original fireplaces {lots of them} and wood floors, chandeliers, and unique architectural details.  I would decorate it with gorgeous rugs, a mix of antique and modern furniture, ornate mirrors, and abstract art in a chic, feminine palette.

Or what about a cozy little bungalow?  This house would most certainly be yellow with a white picket fence and be surrounded by flowers, trees, and an amazing garden {yes, this would require me to be able to keep a plant alive longer than a week}.  I would definitely spruce up some of the walls with quirky wallpaper and vintage oil paintings, but would leave most of them simple and white.  I love a lived-in look, so I would fill my home with flea market finds, antique furniture and appliances {read: claw foot tub, iron bed, retro refrigerator}, tons of books, distressed white-washed wood floors, cozy textiles, and an abundance of fresh flowers.

So what do you think?  Would you rather live in an elegant townhouse or a quaint little cottage?  Or if we are really feeling adventurous, why not both a city house and a country home?

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