When we first stepped back and said “Hey this looks like a courtyard,” we knew there was one thing that would really give it that courtyard feel
Based on the fact that you can read the title of the post, I’m sure you know that we opted to string some lights!
Eighty eight lightbulbs to be exact, procured from PartyLights.com (specifically this type with 11 watt bulbs.) We strung them between the firehouse and garage, creating a ceiling effect in the space. They are hard wired to a dimmer to provide maximum ambiance control.
When you’re standing under the lights, they really distract from the power lines coming into the building, which is a nice bonus.
This area is really turning into a gorgeous spot.
Please note, this is the only time our dog looks small…
BUT the best part is how they look at night…
Can it get more magical than this??
Here’s the part of the post where I get all sappy and can’t believe that we LIVE here. For two people who never thought they’d find a “forever” home, I’m continually amazed how the firehouse allows us to craft exactly the space we’ve always dreamed of. (There will be much more of this as we work on the kitchen and create the wine cellar.) (WINE CELLAR! Eek!)
I digress… here’s more eye candy.
That wraps up the courtyard updates and all of the projects we jumped on for the House Hunters: Where Are They Now episode. (Sometime in March 2015.) Our wedding season is also winding down, so we’re looking forward to some extra free time (watch out antique malls, here we come) and prioritizing our list for 2015. One particular project is looming large (literally)… more on that later.