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Blue and brown eclectic living room with blue patterned wallpaper. In the centre of the room is a low, large leather ottoman with stacks of books and flowers. There is a blue sofa and two matching velvet upholstered chairs. Behind is a wooden cupboard and large french doors filling the room with natural light.

A small green pantry with a wooden back

A neutral living room with white boucle furniture and a large black coffee table. On the table is a large white vase with green leafy stems.

A white living room with large pink rug, white sofa with red and yellow cushions, a statement lamp and wooden furniture. On the walls are large painted seascapes.

Burgundy cottage laundry room with white counters, gold rail across the cabinet with a curtain instead of a door. There are peach and cream china plates on display on a shelf

A cozy living room with exposed wooden staircase, large L-shaped sofa, patterned coffee table and brown armchair. Behind is a large wooden cabinet and built-in bookshelves. To the right is a bright window with a patterned statement blind seen.

A bright home office with large windows, a wooden desk and a plush red armchair with patterned cushion. On the desk are piles of books and a table lamp. Behind it is a wheelie grey chair. On the wall are three framed artworks. On the opposite wall is a large bookshelf and white cabinet. The floor is wooden, with a patterned rug in the center.

A large grey and white modern farmhouse with two wooden garage doors, and beautiful landscaping.

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Red coneflowers blooming in a black container with other plants

a gray and white themed bedroom with gold accents and the bed partially obstructing two small windows

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