Now that the majority of our HHE is unpacked, sorted, and placed in it’s proper position, I thought I would share some interior photos of our Nouakchott house. Some folks have asked to see the exterior, but sadly that would be a little too identifying for my comfort. That said, a glimpse of housing the government provides diplomats is one of the most common questions I get. It’s important to note that every country and even within a single country, your experience will vary, but I believe overall most diplomats are quite pleased with their housing situation around the world.

One thing to note is that this place is obnoxiously large, and our 2600 square foot house in Texas struggled to decorate this behemoth. Diplomatic housing in Africa as a whole is usually much larger because rent prices are much cheaper than elsewhere in the world. We mostly stuck to paintings and general art on the bottom floor since that is where we hang out most when awake and where we entertain. When I did a rough square footage estimate with an app on my phone, the house came to nearly 6000sqft, and it boils down to 5 beds and 5 baths.

Overall we have been quite pleased with the house despite some issues here and there. It doesn’t have closet or counter space despite its large footprint, which is annoying, but it definitely feels more like home than when we first arrived. Enjoy! -Nick