Anticipation Aides

We are closing on our new house in eight days, which is a torturous amount of time for anticipation.

One of the toughest things (noted earlier) is the difficulty of thinking about the space without living in the space. The quality of planning is at its nadir, while the passion for planning is at its apex.

As we look forward to more-than-doubling our space, there are not only projects but purchases to contemplate. Here are a few beautiful and inspiring things that have me excited today:

Durham's most nationally renowned interior designer offers a project that suits our style beautifully:

http://www.heathergarrettdesign.com/portfolio/residential-portfolio/2010/02/young-tradition

Apartment Therapy rounds up lower- (and higher-) priced alternatives to the Fermob and Tolix chairs I covet:
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/at-email/best-outdoor-dining-chairs-2010-118835

Remodelista addles my brain with a surfeit of great ideas:
http://remodelista.com/posts/steal-this-look-low-cost-kitchen
and
http://remodelista.com/shop/storage/shelving?view=99