Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Brighton Bathing Boxes



I wanted to share one of my favourite spots in the Melbourne area; the Brighton Bathing Boxes. We made a quick pit-stop on our way to Phillip Island.

There are about 80 of these happy little boxes dotted along Dendy Street Beach. It would be fantastic to hang out on the front stoop of your bathing box, sipping a cold beer. Sigh. Apparently, if you would like to own one be prepared to dole out around $200,000. I'm out.







That's it for today. Looking forward to really catching up with you all when we get back to Vancouver!
Have a lovely day! 
janis
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45 comments:

  1. Marisa SeguinJanuary 5, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    So fun and colourful! I think I'll do an illustration of these.

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  2. PineconeJanuary 5, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Each one is really unique and so cute...but yikes pretty expensive!
    Ashlyn

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  3. lisaroyJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    i LOVE these!! so cute but that's a lot of dough though! safe trip back! :)

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  4. the southern hostessJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    These are beyond adorable! Too bad they're so pricey.

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  5. MiseJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    They are beautiful, but yes, that sure is a high price to express one's individuality in paint.

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  6. lizaJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Wow. They're great. So cheery!

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  7. Sarah BJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Aren't they fantastic!

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  8. Yvonne @ StoneGableJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Janis, Aren't they just the most colorful, fun pieces of real estate you have ever seen!
    So fun to stop by!
    Yvonne

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  9. Shannon @ What's Up WhimsyJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    These are absolutely adorable!

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  10. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    How cool! ( and YIKES! really?! ) They reminded me of the little shanti's from Grumpy Old Men, for ice fishing, only way cuter :)x

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  11. kittyJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Wow, 200K?? And I thought Vancouver real estate was highway robbery! haha - adorable though, I hope I can see those one day. And own one!
    I can't wait to see more of your photos, chronicling your fabulous trip. All of you were missed this holiday season but so happy Rob was with family and in his element.
    xo see you soon

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  12. Pinecone CampJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Hey everyone, why don't we all pitch in for one? Hee-hee.

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  13. kittyJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Ok, I have about $179.29 to give - I am IN!!
    Hey you are up!
    xo

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  14. JennyJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    I'm game but I'm too far from Vancouver. They are much cheaper on my beach in Oostkapelle, NDL. The coast of Belgium is line with them but they are mostly white. I like yours, so adorable and colorful. xo Jenny

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  15. kittyJanuary 5, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    Jenny, I like the sounds of these beach huts in the Netherlands. I have only visited Amsterdam but I am sure I missed the best of your country.
    I am Janis' sister and I love reading her blog and 'meeting' people on her blog.

    All the best in 2011 to you and yours
    K

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  16. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    something seriously cute about a cheery beach hut. these are great. in the UK there is a small, sleepy seaside resort called Whitstable that has cool fisherman huts also deadly expensive, darn! one can dream though...

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  17. MariaJanuary 6, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    I love the colours - just like a striped beach towel!

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  18. Pooch Purple ReignJanuary 6, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    those are sooooo cute. i want one too!
    ~laura xx

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  19. Mary Ann PickettJanuary 6, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    Darling. Not sure which one I would choose for myself!
    Mary Ann

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  20. Melissa Marie HeadJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Wow love then uniqueness of each one!

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  21. BALLET NEWSJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    I'd like to take them all home iwth me !

    http://wp.me/p124B5-1f9

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  22. UnknownJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Sweet Peter Paul and Mary that's pricey! Darn cute though. I thought real estate was high here in Vancouver!

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  23. kate / tinywarblerJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    LOVE!!!!!! i love how bright they all are and so close to one another.

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  24. Laura BearJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    wooowo. wow. love. the colors, your pictures, the thought of hanging out on one of these.... wow.

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  25. elisa rathjeJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    my sussex, england library card that i just picked up today has photograph of a line of these beauties. i wonder why we haven't got them in vancouver? lovely pictures janis x have a great trip back.

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  26. lisa geigerJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    i think all i really need is several bird-house-sized versions to paint! and sit in the sunshine with my paints and a margarita...

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  27. MartinaJanuary 9, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    WOW, i want to come and paint them - they look like sth. a child would draw, so bright and cheerful! Happy New Year to you!

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  28. c and dJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    i love this series! one of my favourites to date! when you're back, dev and i want the top one and number 4! looking forward to seeing you guys when you get back...safe travels xo

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  29. SUNDAY COLLECTORJanuary 9, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    I love these! Are you back home yet or still in the land of Oz...

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  30. jennifer@nicolejanehomeJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    They're so sweet, but holy moly...$200,000?!Hope you had a wonderful trip & visit.

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  31. Jan HalvarsonJanuary 10, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Wow, love them!

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  32. MoocyJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Amazing colors! Too bad the price tag isn't so cute. Nice to dream though...

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  33. Noe @ Adella AvenueJanuary 11, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    What a marvelous thought, to bask in one of those beauties!

    Loving your blog by the way!

    -xoxo Noe ADELLA AVENUE

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  34. designchicJanuary 11, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    So charming...would so love to be on a warm beach right now - instead I'm on day 3 of snow in NC!

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  35. seesaw designsJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    happiness.

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  36. BiancaJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    gorgeous photography!

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  37. jules @ The Diversion ProjectJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    they are awesomely cool arent they?! hope you had a great christmas janis xxx

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  38. Some Korean Website HighjackerJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    wowness, love them and haven't seen or heard about this special spot before. what a great find and share janis! hope your trip back to Van. was/is good. it's a mighty grey, rainy day out now, boo. i would much rather look at these pics again and think i will do just that! ♥

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  39. The GoadsJanuary 15, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    Amazing houses! Very colorful and charming! Cool!

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  40. Charlotta WardJanuary 16, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Hello! I love these beach shacks too - so colourful and 'happy'!

    Luv, I just awarded you a 'Stylish Blogger Award'. When you have a moment, please pop over and collect the badge.

    xx Charlotta

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  41. Marisa SeguinJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Hi Janis, with all the horrific news about the flooding in Australia, I just wanted to pop over and say that I hope you and your family and friends are safe.

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  42. Pinecone CampJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Marisa, thanks for you thoughts. We're back and all is ok. I feel for all those affected by the horrific flooding that has now hit the state of Victoria where my in-laws live.

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  43. AcbarnettJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I absolutely love these beach shacks! Would love to go and see them one day.
    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment on my blog today! Love your blog= new follower!

    -barnettcreations.blogspot.com

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  44. LeighaJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Stunning. Added to my travel list (but not my wish list - that's a steep price!).

    Thanks for sharing.

    Leigha

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  45. shopgirlJanuary 27, 2011 at 2:19 AM

    They are beautiful! But I can't believe the price tag! Are you serious?! .-))

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