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SOUTH AFRICAN STYLE

Oznell — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:25:44 GMT

The Cote de Texas blogger brings her world-roving lens to the beautiful African home of another blogger, Serena Crawford:

Those who've seen the romantic Meryl Streep/Robert Redford film adaptation of Isak Dinesen's "Out of Africa", will note the similarity to Meryl's gorgeous Kenya residence in the movie.

That thatched ceiling gives such textural interest to the room.

I love the key elements of the style-- the thatched or wood ceilings, beams, bleached, weathered floors contrasting with deeper woods in the furniture, those incredible African baskents, the elegant touches of gilt, contrasting with the rougher, indigenous materials. And that African light filtering in. It's so romantic and atmospheric.

Cote de Texas is very taken with the Karoo, a desert area in South Africa, with scattered small towns. She has amazing pictures of the region. Here are some lodges in the area, which also showcase African style:

This vast Karoo desert area is outlined in red below:

More rooms from lodges in the region:

Mmmmmm.

All stone walls inside this bedroom, wow.

The Karoo seems like a fabulous place. Whether the rooms are polished, or romantic and rustic, they have a traditional appeal and global sophistication.

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Bhvbum — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:40:21 GMT

There sure are some talented people with decorating skills around the world aren’t there. Really beautiful.

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mspatmac — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:51:35 GMT

Just beautiful! I enjoy looking at well put together rooms whether they are my personal style or not.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 14:29:35 GMT

Really beautiful and homey feeling. I love the openness and the simple yet elegant vibe!

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Patriot3 — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 15:11:38 GMT

When I read the title, I expected some kind of scary masks all over. I was pleasantly surprised. I like it!

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chiclets — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 16:27:26 GMT

I am not a fan of everything.

I do like some of the furniture pieces, art and decor pieces.

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stevieb — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 16:29:17 GMT

Some lovely elements, to be sure...

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jellyBEAN — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 16:31:10 GMT

Absolutely gorgeous. Luv the home - everything about it.

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Katcat1 — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 16:37:47 GMT

Now that is a cozy home. I like it very much.

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Puppy Lips — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:22:16 GMT

Love it! We are going to South Africa in January - our bucket list safari trip. Thank you for posting the photos as they are beautiful!

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shoptilyadropagain — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:43:20 GMT

For the most part, it is really nice. I'd need to tweak a few things though.

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Happiness Is Inside JOB — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 19:32:47 GMT

@Puppy Lips wrote:
Love it! We are going to South Africa in January - our bucket list safari trip. Thank you for posting the photos as they are beautiful!

Oh Ms. Puppy

I'm so JEALOUS of your trip in JANUARY.

OH MY GOODNESS!!!!

Please post pictures if you can on the QVC travel board. Another travel sister from QVC recently posted her safari pictures and it was BREATHTAKINGLY BEAUTIFUL!!!

Enjoy, safe travels....

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spiderw — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 20:11:59 GMT

Absolutely beautiful, each and every room appeals to me. I especially love the elegant crystal chandelier. The style and designs are a big Yes for me!!!!!

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Oznell — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 21:03:06 GMT

@Puppy Lips, both @Happiness Is Inside JOB and I are united in envy of your exciting upcoming trip!

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DREAMON — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 21:36:47 GMT

This is a stunning home and very well done. I wouldn't change a thing except putting my name on the Deed.

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Catiele — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 22:34:21 GMT

Very nice African home. Wouldn’t want to go there. My granddaughter went after college to teach African children for six months. We all worried putting it mildly. Her room had a lock on it. Felt better, but not much. She sent home a picture of her and all little African children in the ocean laughing and playing. We felt somewhat better. Her goal is to become a human rights lawyer.

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beautybee — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 23:15:44 GMT

Beautiful!

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wilma — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 20:24:17 GMT

I expected to like this more. There are a few things I like, but more things that I don’t.

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SXMGirl — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 20:36:51 GMT

@Oznell I love the house! It looks so airy and clean.