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A sign on the side of a building
 
While wandering the streets of Italy,
I discovered a new obsesssion-
windows and doors.
 
I don’t know what it is about them,
but they have quickly become one of my favorite things to photograph.
Perhaps it’s their bright colors,
and unique detail,
drawing me in,
 and forcing me (with little struggle) to fall in love.
Whatever the reason,
I can’t complain.
Sometimes, in this life, it is the little things.
 
This new found appreciation has inspired a new series on this little blog of mine-
windows and doors
 
Whenever I travel somewhere new, 
I will share these gateways, openings, and in some cases, works of art, with all of you.
I decided to start with my own village here in Germany-
Benediktbeuern.
And, perfect timing.
Summer in Bavaria means flowers,
and lots and lots of color!
 
A pink flower is standing in front of a building

 

A vase of flowers sits in front of a building
 
A close up of a flower garden

 

Window

 

A vase of flowers sitting on top of a building
 

 

A vase filled with pink flowers in front of a building

 

A pink flower is standing in front of a building

 

A person standing in front of a building

 

A cat sitting on the side of a building

 

A vase of flowers sitting on top of a wooden door

 

The side of a building
 
anyone else share this obsession?
Close up photo of Chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon in a blue spotted dress, in the sunlight

Jessica Randhawa

Chef | Food Photographer

I’m Chef Jessica Randhawa, bringing over 14 years of experience in creating and publishing over 1200 mouthwatering recipes, coupled with invaluable kitchen tips and professional guidance, to transform your daily cooking into a truly enriching culinary adventure.

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27 Comments

  1. E says:

    Beautiful! And yes, I love to find doors and windows with character. You found some great ones!

  2. Alex Butts says:

    Love the idea Bailey! The flower boxes and shutters have always been one of my favorite things about Europe, particularly Germany. And I love the Bavarian shutters 🙂

  3. BF says:

    They are quite amazing, I can see why they were photo worthy!

  4. siddathornton says:

    the windows with blue & white shutters are stunning. i really enjoyed these photos!

    – lauren

  5. Sara Louise says:

    I love how much more character doors and windows have in Europe! I just moved to a new village here in France and each evening a take a little stroll looking around at all of the different ones 🙂
    Those blue and white striped shutters are fantastic!

  6. Sara Louise says:

    I love how much more character doors and windows have in Europe! I just moved to a new village here in France and each evening a take a little stroll looking around at all of the different ones 🙂
    Those blue and white striped shutters are fantastic!

  7. Kim @ wanderlustee.com says:

    yes! everything is so unique! i <3 it!! ive seen this on a couple other blogs too (the obsession with windows/doors, that is) and i love their and your pics, but when i tried to photograph some…no bueno! lol maybe ill try again when i go to europe this summer!

  8. anurbanexplorer says:

    oh dear! these doors and windows give the homes such character! no wonder youve developed an obsession of them! <3

    XOXOJOANNIE
    ANURBAN-EXPLORER.BLOGSPOT.COM

  9. McKenzie says:

    Lovely! Windows (especially in Europe) have so much character and appeal. It is amazing how something so simple can be so altering to the appearance of an entire house. Your pictures are great 🙂

  10. Mrs. Baker says:

    great pics! thanks for sharing your obsession 😉