Spring is always a good time for a fresh start or a few fresh updates. Need a new style for your home office? This beautiful Bell desk in Navy brings a touch of Chinoiserie to a room and creates a whole new look. The navy is on trend and mixes well with brilliant white, silvery…
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Chinoiserie
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary Chinoiserie (shēn-ˈwäz-rē), is, ” the fanciful interpretation of Chinese style in the designs of interiors, furniture, pottery, textiles and gardens.” Chinoiserie became popular in France and other areas of Europe in the 17th century. It is an Oriental design given a French aesthetic and it is wonderful. I have a…
New Year New Favorites
To start the new year here are a few of my new favorites. First up I love the pairing of elegant modern furnishings with an elegant traditional setting. Truly beautiful. The curvaceous lines of the modern sofa, table and chair look perfectly at home with the curves and scrolls detailing the period architecture. The Monteleone mirror…
Ralph Lauren The Heiress Collection
When it comes to traditional design nobody does it better than Ralph Lauren. In the Heiress Collection he has combined traditional design and Bohemian style to create a look that is comfortable, usable and gorgeous. I love this collection. From the perfect crystal chandelier to the curved arm of the sofa this living room is stunning. The collection is…
Brooke Astor’s Country Manor
The estate of the late Brooke Astor is for sale. This astoundingly beautiful home reminds me of how wonderful traditional design can be. The main house of the estate is a stone manor. The manor is located on sixty-four acres with views of the Hudson. Not bad… When I look at the rooms I can easily…
