Dear Imaginary World Travelers,
What a treat it is to venture forth into the grounds and elegant embassy residence of Great Britain. Whichever Saturday is closest to May 9, Europe Day, the British Embassy opens its doors to the public, to visit the lovely gardens and much more.
Sir Edward Luytens, the famed British architect, designed the embassy residence, on a shoestring budget during the height of the Great Depression. His style is formal, classic and simply divine.
Today, he is know for his gorgeous garden bench, which is still being reproduced these days, for its graceful design.
The garden was paid for by private citizens, as Great Britain, at the time, ran out of funds for the embassy project.
Being a fan of Downton Abbey, and the Brits in general, I was eager to see it. My efforts were fully rewarded.
If you have the stamina to keep going, many more of the European nations' embassies are open to the public. France, Germany, Italy and Ireland, among others, were all open that day. Admission is free.
Your Home and Garden fanatic,
Patsie
What a treat it is to venture forth into the grounds and elegant embassy residence of Great Britain. Whichever Saturday is closest to May 9, Europe Day, the British Embassy opens its doors to the public, to visit the lovely gardens and much more.
Sir Edward Luytens, the famed British architect, designed the embassy residence, on a shoestring budget during the height of the Great Depression. His style is formal, classic and simply divine.
Today, he is know for his gorgeous garden bench, which is still being reproduced these days, for its graceful design.
The garden was paid for by private citizens, as Great Britain, at the time, ran out of funds for the embassy project.
Being a fan of Downton Abbey, and the Brits in general, I was eager to see it. My efforts were fully rewarded.
If you have the stamina to keep going, many more of the European nations' embassies are open to the public. France, Germany, Italy and Ireland, among others, were all open that day. Admission is free.
Your Home and Garden fanatic,
Patsie
