Monthly Archives: July 2011

A Peek At Pure Charm and Personality!

Posted on 07/29/2011 by Kim

From the moment I arrived upon this charming home in downtown Palo Alto I was entranced by this entrance. Once I opened the gate, I was enclosed in this lovely, inviting area to Margo’s garden. I was invited today to … Continue reading →

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“Now We Are Out Here Every Chance We Get!”

Posted on 07/21/2011 by Kim

MAGIC OF TIME: This Foster City backyard began 18 months ago. See how the plants are establishing and filling in the way intended: The way I approach any design project is that I let the space speak as I listen … Continue reading →

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Enclosed Petite Patio Porch

Posted on 07/17/2011 by Kim

Sharing the latest installation of Inviting Spaces By Kim this two half day transformation. We worked on this small patio off the family room of this Stanford, CA condominium with the clients 4 new Craigslist containers! Such lively colors to work … Continue reading →

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All the worlds a stage

Posted on 07/07/2011 by Kim

While i was driving on El Camino toward Roger Reynold’s Nursery, wondering why there was so much traffic at 9 am. I saw this license plate: LVSMPLY of course instantly, i was wishing i had the camera with me! I … Continue reading →

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Music of this morning

Posted on 07/06/2011 by Kim

bzzzzz! What a gift from Mother Nature’s world joined me this morning with my breakfast! Music to my quiet morning… As i sat at my kitchen table to witness the timing of the past week since this came into bloom, … Continue reading →

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Dedicated to you

Posted on 07/04/2011 by Kim

 May this inspire you to gather with family and friends to celebrate life. Abraham Lincoln: “The best thing about the future is it only comes one day at a time.” I am grateful, content and blessed to be invited to … Continue reading →

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Before & After

Posted on 07/03/2011 by Kim

A simple solution by adding a landing here. This corner of a backyard had a missing step coming out of the dining room window. We added a patio with lounging chair, blooming vase and wall plaque. Very nice to sit … Continue reading →

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Gorgeous Blooming Vase

Posted on 07/03/2011 by Kim

This is summertime in its magical glory. Containers come in different sizes and shapes and are made from different materials, such as terra cotta which is one of my favorites for our warm California colors and weather. Containers fit beautifully … Continue reading →

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