By Micah Hanvey
When it comes to creating “collected” interiors that tell a story, designer Todd Richesin is an expert. Enter Roseglass Farmhouse, a home he originally designed in the early 2000s and has recently refreshed, keeping the essence of the original design while updating it to make it feel more current. The property is a working horse farm that sits on over 400 acres of picturesque landscape in the foothills of East Tennessee. Its exterior displays a culmination of natural greenery and man-made accompaniments which include a large, outdoor, swimming pool and a patioed seating area from which to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Photography courtesy of Ben Finch.
Todd masterfully demonstrated his love for combining reclaimed materials and meaningful antiques with modern elements, thus bringing fresh life — with a respectful nod to the historical charm of the past — to this beautiful country farmhouse. The main foyer displays Gothic architectural elements, including the entry door, hardware, and panels that were salvaged from the restoration of the Church of England. The chandelier is by Barrovier and Tosso.
Just off the entrance is a dreamy library that one might envision from the pages of a classic literature novel. Taking center stage is a beautiful loveseat, upholstered in Tiger Velvet by Luigi Bevelaqua in Venice, surrounded by a unique mix of antique and contemporary design elements. There is also a balcony in this dazzling space where more bookshelves and paintings are on display.
The room exudes an eclectic blend of artistic vibrancy and intellectual pleasantry, ideal for conversation, tea, reading, or even a friendly game of chess. All in all, this room is perfect for creating memories with family and friends.
There are two dining areas in Roseglass Farmhouse. The elegant formal dining room features framed de Gournay panels and an antelope Stark rug. The antique rose colored windows were recovered from a Mas in Provence.
A casual dining room opens to the outdoor patio setting. Hexagonal ceramic tiles lend a rustic and grounded feel and flow seamlessly into the traditional kitchen.
The gourmet kitchen is a brilliant mix of old and new complete with classic white glass-front cabinets, a farmhouse sink, antique rug, Wolfe range. The refrigerator is concealed to resemble an antique armoire, and was made with antique parts including the columns, the pediment, and the hardware. The result is warm and inviting, collected and timeless.
The master bathroom presents a regal atmosphere with brass hardware and elegant touches. The love for floral patterns and nature again shines through the space ensconced in Brunschwig & Fils’ Bird and Thistle wallpaper. An antique gold mirror adds Gothic flare to this already spectacular bathroom design.
The guest bathroom provides a classic aesthetic as the gold trim and marble countertop complement the predominately white space. The subtle splash of color does well in making this room pop and providing warmth with a neutral colorway.
Four bedrooms grace the vast property, each one catering towards different personalities and design preferences. The primary bedroom presents a neutral colorway with muted floral and animal prints. Beautiful antiques juxtaposed against a blown glass pendant complete the serene space.
The second bedroom has a similar color scheme and features antiques, botanicals, and a smart plaid Stark carpet. It evokes the English countryside, transporting its guests into an Agatha Christie novel from the 1920’s.
The third bedroom, bathed in sunlight, features a sparkling sunburst mirror above the bed literally giving the appearance of setting the room ablaze. The carved wooden headboard, along with watercolor floral pillows, creates the effect of a river glowing as the sun rises in the background. A welcome wakeup call for any guest lucky enough to sleep in this room.
Last but certainly not least, the final bedroom represents every child’s dream as it is completely covered in shades of whites, reds, and pinks. The Cowtan and Tout toile is classic, yet whimsical, and as delightful as cotton candy clouds.
Movie night doesn’t get any better when one has such a beautiful home media room!
Powder room wallpaper is by Phillip Jeffries.
The exquisite landscaping was designed by Stephen W. Hackney.
Such an amazing home with each room as unique and personalized as the next! To learn more, please visit Todd Richesin Interiors and follow @toddrichesin on Instagram.
You can also see more of his work, including Todd’s Knoxville home decked in its holiday finest, by clicking on the links below…
Lovely piece — the farmhouse sounds magical. Quick question: did the designer keep any original horse-farm structures (barns, stables) in the restoration, or were those rebuilt entirely to match the new aesthetic? Also, curious if the outdoor pool area blends with the historical feel or feels more modern.