Blue and White Monday || A Letter to Linda's Realtor

You all know that my friend Linda, from Calling it Home, is house hunting in Naples, right?  I thought I'd combine a letter to her realtor, Rick, with Blue and White Monday in case he needs any help locating options.
Georgica Pond

Dear Rick, as you're the realtor for my friend Linda, who is hoping to find a house in Naples very soon, I thought I'd write and give you some tips.  I'm sure you quickly observed that your client is a smart lady who knows what she wants.  I know she isn't shy about sharing her ideas, but in case you haven't seen any visual examples, I'm here to help.

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Linda likes her interiors light and bright.  Looking for houses with plenty of large windows would be a good idea.  And, they need to be as symmetrical as possible, both for the interior and exterior. Linda likes symmetry.  

House Beautiful
If there's a house with wallpaper, do not hesitate to show it. She'll either recognize the paper as something fantastic and want to work with it, or already have the number of the best wallpaper person in town to come remove it.

Veranda House
As I mentioned before, Linda likes lots of light.  White kitchens are a plus.

Veranda
 A spacious master and bath,
Diamond Baratta

House Beautiful
 and bedrooms for her children.
Kathleen DiPaolo

Sarah Back
One very important feature is the guest bedroom.  One like this would be perfect for me friends and family.

via New York Social Diary
In this climate, outdoor features are almost as important as indoor. A pool is a must.

Stuart Membery
Might you have something that comes with this outdoor furniture?

Mary McDonald
And a little garden spot where Linda can display her blue and white would be the icing on the cake.  Good luck to you, Rick. You have your work cut out for you!




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