My textbooks brought to life...

For me, the amazing thing about interior design, and something I loved most about studying it, was that it's such a part of your life all the time, whether you realize it or not. Of course...I realize it, especially here! I walk around everyday, still in awe of where I am. Walking through the streets of the city is always inspiring. It is in a way refreshing to know that I have learned so much in school, and also so encouraging to see something (an architectural detail for instance), recognize it, know its roots, and appreciate how it is being used. I was walking near my house the other day and saw this beautiful entrance to a courtyard, so curious, I crossed the street and peeked back. There was the most beautiful dark walkway with ionic columns and the most simple but beautiful coffered ceiling. This led to the gorgeous little courtyard in the back, which was clearly just used as a driveway now. The gates leading into the courtyard were detailed with these beautiful iron quatrefoils, originally a characteristic of Gothic architecture. It was a beautiful addition to the gates though, and fit in perfectly with this incredible, yet quaint entrance. I am so lucky everyday that I am exposed to it all. As I am home looking at the pictures, I think to myself that I cannot believe I did not investigate exactly what this building is, the history, etc. But then I remember that this is just a small taste of what I am lucky enough to walk by every day. I feel more and more blessed all the time.