Located in Mountain Brook, Alabama, Caroline Gidiere's exquisite Georgian home is one of the most reposted homes on social media. It was built about 10 years ago by architect James F. Carter who specializes in "new old" houses. Caroline and her husband had planned on restoring the home originally built on the property, but when James broke the news that it was dilapidated to a point beyond ... continue reading...
Bird and Thistle – A Timeless Classic by Brunschwig & Fils
Toile is a classic design staple that began in eighteenth century France and remains popular today. My favorite toile is Bird and Thistle, produced by Brunschwig & Fils and available in green, blue, aqua, red, beige, grey, and silver. The graceful, delicate design is an adaptation of an English textile made in 1785. The original design (in red) was used as curtains and a bedcover by Henry ... continue reading...
A Romantic French Style Home by Courtney Giles
Located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, this French inspired home provided the perfect backdrop for the owners' large collection of antiques. Working with designer Courtney Giles, the empty nesters wanted their home to be an elegant place to entertain that was also comfortable and family friendly. A mix of abstract art, contemporary pieces, French antiques, and pretty colors created a ... continue reading...
Pretty Pink Living Rooms
Happy Valentine's Day! To celebrate the holiday, I have compiled a list of 30+ living rooms, all painted pink! Pink is such a romantic color, and I think it is a lovely choice for a living room. It doesn't have to be just for little girls rooms, pink can also be quite sophisticated! From blush to fuchsia, I love it all... what are your thoughts on decorating with pink? ... continue reading...
A Storybook Chateau for Sale
If you are still looking for a Valentine gift, I have found the ultimate indulgence... An exquisite petit chateau for sale close to Chantilly, France. According to the listing, the discrete chateau enjoys an "illustrious history" and is nestled among mature grounds of approximately 18 hectares including lush woodland, formal gardens, and access to the forest of Chantilly. It is the ideal retreat ... continue reading...
A Tranquil Palm Beach Getaway by Mimi McMakin
When new owners purchased this 20-year-old home in Palm Beach, they called upon its original designer for a refresh, Mimi McMakin, founder of Kemble Interiors, Inc. They wanted their vacation home to be airy, sophisticated, and soothing, so Mimi and her colleagues Cece Bowman and Leslie Gaudio created an elegant, island-inspired palette dominated by blue, beige, red, and cream. “The directive we ... continue reading...
At Home in Florida with Susan Zises Green
When a large home became available for sale in designer Susan Zises Green's Florida vacation community, she originally thought it was too big for a single person. But her home was becoming increasingly cramped during family visits. So she took the plunge, bought the home, and went about making it feel cozy, homey, and inviting. Susan had plenty of furnishings to fill the large home, as she holds ... continue reading...
Brittany Bromley Transforms a 19th Century Farmhouse
Brittany Bromley always designs the prettiest homes, and this 1860 farmhouse in Bedford, New York is no exception. Her clients are a young couple with small children who enjoy the home as an escape from the rigors of city life. Brittany chose a palette of soothing powder blues, soft creams, pale pinks, and light celadon to create an elegant yet calming and tranquil environment. I love the Sandberg ... continue reading...
Is Traditional the new “Trend” for 2020?
The Mario Mania surrounding Sotheby's recent sale of his estate and the rise of the Grandmillennials is painting a very clear picture that traditional design - full of color, chintz, antiques, and needlepoint - is bouncing back in a big way. Last week in response to my post on "Buattacon" a reader commented, "I have always believed that trends in fashion and decor (and everything else) is a ... continue reading...
