At Home with Quintessence

For the last three weeks, I have been plagued with a constant series of headaches ranging from dull and irritating to full-on migraine. If anyone has any advice, I would be greatly appreciative! Fortunately, I have found great joy during this time binge-watching the acclaimed video series, “At Home With” via the Quintessence YouTube channel.  I recently discovered YouTube TV, so now I can snuggle into bed to watch and not have to sit in front of the computer!

The Quintessence design video series was created by author Susanna Salk and Stacey Bewkes, founder of the celebrated Quintessence blog. Susanna, the host, has published many design books including A Privileged Life, Be Your Own Decorator, Room for Children, Dream Rooms for Children, The Power of Pattern, Decorate Fearlessly, Weekend Retreats, Dogs and Their Designers, and At Home in the English Country Side: Designers and Their Dogs.  Stacey, a former art director, is the co-creator, producer, and editor. Her fabulous blog has become a trusted source for well-researched, original content in the online world.

At Home With

With now over 100 episodes, logging over one million monthly views, Susanna and Stacey visit the homes and gardens of top designers and style makers around the globe… today I am sharing a few of my favorites!


I adore Christopher Spitzmiller and his new book, A Year at Clove Brook Farm (reviewed here). It was a delight seeing him on camera and getting an in-depth tour of his enchanted farm.


At Home in France with Timothy Corrigan at Chateau du Grand-Lucé

Quintessence has a series of six video videos with designer Timothy Corrigan, and the tours of his French chateaus are simply breathtaking! It is truly like stepping inside a magical fairytale!


At Home in the Loire Valley with Timothy Corrigan in his new old chateau


Chateau Progress: A Sneak Peek with Timothy Corrigan


At Home in Paris with Timothy Corrigan

I also can not get enough of the Quintessence series of videos with Carolyne Roehm! The tour of her Charleston home is an absolute slice of heaven!


At Home in Charleston with Carolyne Roehm


A behind the scenes visit with the multi-talented Carolyne Roehm at Weatherstone, her Connecticut country home.


Penny Morrison has one of the most charming English Country style homes.


Such a fun tour! I am a huge fan of Anthony Barata.


Gil Schafer is one of the most talented architects of our time… This video tour is such a treat!


Suzanne’s Los Angeles home is one of my all-time favorites. It was featured extensively in City of Angels: Houses and Gardens of Los Angeles (reviewed here) and you can see it decorated for Christmas here.


And one of my favorite decorators of all-time… Charlotte Moss!


You will also enjoy this wonderful series with the legendary Bunny Williams


This home exudes cheerful happiness! You can read more about Jeffrey Bilhuber’s Secrets to Everyday Decorating here.


Liz Lange’s restoration of the infamous Grey Gardens is an absolute delight.


And you know I am obsessed with the work of Hunt Slonem! You can read my three-part interview series with him here.

There really are too many incredible home tours to list! Please head over to the Quintessence YouTube channel for more… Do you have a favorite? Enjoy! 🙂

24 COMMENTS

  1. Love your blog and all of your great work bringing these beautiful homes into our lives. Please try “Calm” Magnesium citrate for your headaches. It works miracles for migraine sufferers. Good luck!!

  2. Thank you so much for all these binge worthy options! Have been desperate for something to watch…as to your Migraines, can be allergy related, you have recently moved to a new area and even though you have lived there before it sometimes takes moving back after being away for a few years to activate the allergies which then cause the headaches (I know from experience). Possibly be tested for allergies, find a good over the counter allergy med and stick with it, not now and then. As Allison mentioned Imitrex is a very good Migraine medication. Hope some of this helps….

  3. I had migraines for over 30 years sometimes 14 -15 a month! Tried preventative meds no luck took a pill when I got them most times it helped but hurt tummy. Finally I got some CBD oil from FL. and have not had a migraine in over two years now I take it 2-3 x a week under tongue. No adverse reactions not expensive. I am so glad I can live without awful migraines mine were triggered by changes in barometer, getting too to or too cold.

  4. I TOO HAVE HAD A HEADACHE FOR THREE WEEKS NOW………BACK OF SKULL!
    FOUND OUT YESTERDAY IT COULD BE A VIRUS!
    SORRY THEY ARENOT FUN…….I am having VERTIGO AS WELL!
    MY GARDEN IS UP ON MY BLOG YOU MAY ENJOY!
    LOTS OF ROSES and a NEW PUPPY!
    THEVINTAGECONTESSA.NET
    I HAVE SEEN ALL OF THESE AND EVEN MET THESE TWO AT THE San Francisco ANTIQUE SHOW!
    THEY ARE A DELIGHT…………….and you feel as if you are there for a visit!

  5. Thank you for sharing a great group of YouTube!! I love them so much, I’ll have to save and look at them over time.

  6. Most headaches are caused by dehydration. When I get a migraine, I pour a cup of coffee (yes, it offers migraine relief), and chase it with 3 six ounce glasses of water. That usually does the trick. I keep hydrating through the day so it doesn’t come back. Haven’t had a full-on migraine since I started doing this. And Quintessence helps too! They do the most interesting interviews, and I’ve been to several of the places you mentioned in person. But not Timothy’s chateaux. Those are on my bucket list.

  7. Quintessence is like a secret getaway to far off places – at the touch of a keyboard! The cheerful theme music is delightful. If you can’t get relief with an over the counter Advil or something I think you should see your doctor – hope you feel 100% very soon.

  8. I’m sorry that you have not been feeling well and I hope your migraines subside very soon.
    I recently found Quintessence on Youtube and I love the series!
    My favorite so far is probably the video with Christopher Spitzmiller. What a fabulous home!
    Thanks for sharing. I always learn something when I read The Glam Pad.
    Also, during these trying times, it’s really nice to see and read about beautiful homes and pretty things.
    It’s a great escape for me while WFH since I am home alone all day long every single day.

  9. I am a longtime headache and migraine sufferer. I avoid some of my triggers by staying hydrated, getting enough sleep, and having proper meals at regular intervals. I also use a massager on my shoulders and neck and acupressure massage on my face. Compresses of a washcloth with water just as hot as you can stand it help on the forehead and eyes. And for some weird reason, grapefruit juice can sometimes help me, but it has to be the sour yellow stuff, not pink. When all else fails and the migraine comes anyway, Maxalt knocks it out. I am also a longtime Quintessence viewer.

  10. Hi,
    I have had a headaches for fifty years. I wake up with them and get them when I lay down. If the tension gets really bag they turn i to migraines for which I take Zoomig.it works, but I am worried about my liver and kidneys from all of the over the counter meds I have taken. I have tried all of the normal things, exercises, acupressure, chiropractic, massage, etc. nothing works long term because my muscles have been in knots for so long. I finally found a pain clinic that does trigger point injections and the difference is amazing. I am not 100%, but I am three quarters better. I am now doing anregenerative injection of Wharton’s jelly, which is like stem cells. It actuslly heals the inflammation and damage.It has about an 80% cure rate and lasts three years to forever. So I understand your pain,! You might want to try it. I have hope niw that ai can live my life pain free.

  11. Im so sorry about your headaches. Try a Benadryl at bedtime if its allergies .
    Coffee is my go to and hydration.
    I have watched and rewatched all Quintessence on you tube. Its the only channel I allow bell notifications.
    Patina Farm and one on Tangier Come to mind as favorites. I love Susanne because she always fits her surroundings and is genuinely
    curious & kind.
    Feel Better

  12. I love Quintessence too! As a migraine sufferer, I agree with many of the suggestions you’ve been given, especially magnesium supplements, hydration, good sleep, regular meals, and I will add: avoid stress!

  13. Andrea, all well meaning from your fan club. Best advice is do not self diagnose or self medicate. See my private email to you will a few suggested tests you should ask your doctor to take to rule out underlying cause. Hope you feel better soon. Ellen Easton

  14. Hello, I suffer from what is called Vestibular Migraines which causes dizziness, fatigue, headaches, and come on fast but randomly. Fast movements and light variations cause me great discomfort. This might be something you can research and see if this is what you are going through. There are medications that can be subscribed to help ease the pain but I normally just make sure I’m hydrated and sit down for a bit. Hope this helps. I’m sorry you are dealing with migraines. Bobbi Jo

  15. Thank you all so very much for these wonderful suggestions!! I have a series of doctor appointments scheduled and a list of remedies to buy tonight at Whole Foods. 🙂 I am so grateful for your help!

    Xx,
    Andrea
    The Glam Pad

  16. Andrea, I’m sorry you are experiencing headaches. Wish I could help but, other than headaches that come on w/ the flu, I don’t get those suckers. I don’t know your age, but some of my friends had headaches while going through pre-menopause. Hope you feel better real soon. Thank you so very much for all these delightful clips. I’m going to savor them all over the next few days.

  17. Andrea, Thank you for all the beauty you bring to our lives! I have suffered from migraines for over 35 years and have tried everything. I used to have headaches almost every day but now only have an occasional mild headache and can function well. For me the following has worked: 1) Read the book “The Migraine Miracle” by Dr. Josh Turknett. 2) Find a doctor that is certified in headache medicine (migraine research foundation.org). 3)The Diamond Headache Clinic (one of the nation’s best) is worth the time and flight to Chicago. My sincere best wishes for good health!

  18. Hope you feel better soon Andrea!! And in the meantime so very glad our series is offering you some joy, entertainment and inspiration! Thanks so much for including Quintessence ! Xx Stacey

  19. YouTube is dangerous. I refuse to upgrade to a subscriptions but videos like this one make it tempting. I loved the Carolyne Roehm one!

    I hope your head is feeling better xx

  20. Botox. I know when six months has gone by because the daily headaches return. Go to the doctor and they are gone. It is why it was invented!

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