I can imagine when families and friends come together there would be lots of laughter and talking done here. You could easily seat 10 people in this area, a tight squeeze, but then isn't that what holidays are for? Getting together, sharing, fun and creating memories.
This room is a work in progress. You don't really notice that so much, but I did notice the colours and the textures and the little bits and pieces hung or placed here and there. Through the main living area there has been a soft grey plush cut-pile carpet and in the kitchen is the old carpet that is similar if not the same as the old striped carpets we used to sit on at school - a little bit of Kiwiana from my childhood and beyond.
An eclectic mix of old and new furniture, the little classic metal chairs from the 50s/60s still dressed in their original coverings, 70s dining chairs with a laminate table, a little nest of tables so handy for rooms with limited space, a classic little Formica coffee table and an F&P; radiogram on the wall. This little gem has a hidden turntable between the speakers and radio, a nice surprise.
And, of course, no Kiwi Bach would be complete without a guitar or two in the corner for those late-night sing-a-longs. The kitchen is stocked with memorabilia from some of my childhood and beyond: an old blue can opener attached to the wall, good old Kiwi (orange) fly swats, an assortment of china from the early 70s along with a trusty brown F&P; fridge. Lots of 'I remember and we had one of those' during the cooking sessions ...
Little pieces of artwork around the walls also, a modern take on our classic images of Kiwi pav, Weetbix, Jandals, an old red-dial telephone and our classic-shaped caravan. And what I particularly liked were old sunhats hanging on the wall, much loved and well used.
So, all in all, a sun-drenched Kiwi bach, filled with memories, laughter, songs and storytelling. Generations have passed through this place to relax, unwind and come together. A BIG thank-you to Ralph and Julia for your generosity and in keeping a little part of our Kiwi holiday heritage alive!
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