It is all down to a lack of self control, really...

But I simply could not resist this handsome portrait at O.Live Chemistry of Living in Woodstock... 

Instagram by me

No Pretence

Functional... and beautiful.

Via here

Quinta da Regaleira

Brilliant FleaingFrance correctly identified the previous image. The estate and palace of Quinta da Regaleira is located near the historic center of Sintra, Portugal. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The carved details are astounding...

Via here (Paolo Dykes)

Stag-gering

I gasped when I first saw the image below... on Pinterest. Unfortunately, it is an 'uploaded by user' image and gives no particulars about its origin. If anyone has any details as to where this spectacular bit of artistry can be found, do let me know...

No good deed goes unpunished

I saved this little chandelier from certain demise after discovering it hidden in a dusty box at the back of an antique store. Then I lugged it all the way from Baltimore to Cape Town. Now, short of replacing the candle "nozzles" (which would sadly alter its perfect proportions), I am unable to find the right bulbs. What's a poor girl to do?

Open Door Policy

I don't know how it would be possible to resist this gorgeous piece of London real estate (provided one had sufficient quid in one's pocket, naturally)...

See more here (originally via Foxton's)

The End of the Week...

Via here.