Writer|Photographer: Teresa Firelight
Kalokairi Gia Panta – Alderley
Landmark to Kalokairi Gia Panta
We are continuing our focus on Traditional Homes with one of my personal favorites - Kalokairi Gia Panta. It is an Alderley Trad, owned by Loretta String and her alts. One of the things I love about this location is that you step down several stone steps away from the road into a sandy lot. There are neighbors on both sides but you can hardly see them because of several large boulders lining both sides of the property. The backyard faces the ocean and gives you a lovely view of the sunrise.
The exterior is surrounded by a very realistic-looking natural stone patio with lots of Mediterranean-looking plants. The interior is decorated to the hilt with lots of old-world charm. It shouldn't be possible to get this much landscaping and furnishings in here with a 351 LI allowance, but owner Loretta has certainly managed to do so.
I sat down with Loretta for a short interview….
Who lives here, and how long have you been here?
“I have been living in that home a little bit longer than one year, It's where my alts and I have a roof above our heads :) Friends are of course always welcome and there's nothing nicer than sitting in the garden with a glass of wine and talking about everything possible.”
This is a beautifully decorated home in a stunning area. What is it you like most about this location?
“Coming from a country which has many islands and endless beaches, I was looking for a beach home, like I am used to in RL. I was very lucky to get this home from a kind friend who decided to abandon it and with some luck on my side, I managed to get it. I know nothing lasts forever in SL, but I am confident that this is my forever home in my dream location. Sun, sea, and the endless blue of the sea. If it wasn't SL it could be a place somewhere in Greece, my home country. It is also a coincidence that the region is named Pantelleria, which is an amazing little island in the very south of Italy.”
What is your favorite room of this house, and why?
“I love the living room the most. It's where I can curl up with a nice drink, listening to my favorite music and staring at the fireplace for hours.”
What was (or is) your inspiration for decorating this place and how often do you make changes to it?
“I am very much interested in interior design in RL, which is why SL is a paradise to me. I love many different styles, which translates into redecorating my home every 2 - 3 months. My favorite styles are Art Deco and Classic, but I also like to Mix and Match. I think there's no style I haven't tried – Decorating in a new style, searching for matching furniture, wallpapers, colors, and patterns – this is something I love doing. I often post photos of my freshly decorated home in the
Linden Homes forum.”
Anything else you would like to say?
“Bellisseria has been a dream come true for me, It is a privilege to be a part of it, to explore and enjoy all the beautiful areas, and to discover the creativity of my fellow Belliserrians.”
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