Sunday, July 11, 2010

George Eastman House Rochester NY

Many years back I went to visit my sister in Rochester.  Her husband teaches at the Eastman College, so there are many social events at the Eastman house they attend.  Knowing how I love architecture and gardens she suggested that I visit it.

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This was my absolute favorite room in the house.  This huge bright conservatory that is 2 stories tall. This is in the center of the house.  Opposite the elephant is a great 5 foot wide staircase. (I think cherry or mahogany.)  I love natural wood as well.  I especially loved the palms.  All live and thriving.  The smell is great.

I have always wanted to have a library with the rolling ladder etc.  Huge window to lounge in front of and read.  This was my second favorite room in the house.

I spent a long time here.  This curved pergola was at the back of the property and was my inspiration for the pergola I built in my yard.  The round posts were 8" diameter.  Benches were positioned every 15 feet or so. 

If you ever get a chance to go to Rochester, don't pass up a tour of the house and gardens. You won't be disappointed.  This is about a 3 acre property and there is also a stone pergola on the side of the home with French doors coming from some room.

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