SEGRETO Impressions Makes a Perfect Gift for Francophiles!

Salut, chérie! That’s hello, lovely in Frenchyspeak, kitties. We’re revisiting “SEGRETO Impressions” Makes a Perfect Gift for Francophiles, and it is destined to enlighten and awe with images from Leslie Sinclair’s exquisite interiors book.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A quiet-toned newly constructed kitchen incorporating antiques from France. #frenchkitchen #frenchcountry #frenchantiques #bespokekitchen
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair…salut, chérie indeed. Architectural Consultant & Designer: Sarah West – Building Designer: Robert Dame Designs – Builder: Parker House – Photographer: Wade Blissard.

Above: A quiet-toned newly constructed kitchen incorporates antiques from France and also glows with warmth.

Why “SEGRETO Impressions” Makes a Perfect Gift for Francophiles!

Leslie Sinclair’s SEGRETO impressions explores stellar design work from Segreto Finishes in an eclectic mix of sophisticated (and also frequently French-inspired!) interiors.

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However, images here are only the beginning of the story!

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So many lovely moments with beauté intemporelle to devour!

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Segreto impressions by Leslie Sinclair - book cover.
SEGRETO impressions…certainly a must own for Francophiles and design enthusiasts!

Why You/They’ll Say “J’adore!”

A space transformed into a living work of art is always a joy to behold; however, when the dream team includes Segreto?

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. An 18th-century altar from Touraine in the entry of a newly constructed home with antique and reclaimed design features. #frenchantique #religiousantiques #plasterwalls #oldworldstyle
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair; Designer (Furnishings): Allyson Tracy Plummer – Designer (Hard Surfaces): Tracy Design Studio – Builder: Montecito Builders – Photographer: Wade Blissard.

Ahhhhh….such transformations surely become living works of heart.

Above: Lovely plastered walls whisper elegance in a traditional English Country style home with a collection of mirrors and also hand-scraped wood floors.

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Prepare for Inspiration!

While SEGRETO impressions impresses with breathtaking house tours, it also demystifies and inspires our own creative mark making.

My copy of Segreto impressions book by Leslie Sinclair in my studio with my pointe shoes and prayer beads - Hello Lovely Studio.
Salut,chérie indeed!

If you admire French interiors, you will discover much more than a pleasing escape within these pages.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. An 18th-century altar from Touraine in the entry of a newly constructed home with antique and reclaimed design features. #frenchantique #religiousantiques #plasterwalls #oldworldstyle
Hello rustic elegance indeed.

Above: 18th-century altar from Touraine in an entry with antique and reclaimed design features is a Hallelujah design moment indeed.

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Feast on Segreto Finishes

While SEGRETO impressions rolls out a feast of finishes, a nourishing design education is also on the menu.

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Uncommonly Délicieux for Hungry Francophiles

In the fourth installment of her book series, 400+ richly photographed pages are a testament to glorious finishes.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. Magnificent plaster walls and ceilings in the entry of a charming newly constructed Country French home. #staircase oldworld #frenchcountry #plasterwalls #interiordesign
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair; Design: Lucas/Eilers Design Associates – Architect: Architectural Solutions – Builder: Abercrombie Custom Homes – Photo: Wade Blissard, Julie Soefer.

Above: Magnificent plaster walls and ceilings as well as soothing color grace the entry of a charming Country French home.

Is it a reference guide for interior designers? Mais oui indeed! Inspiration reference for home stylists, builders, and artists? And howwwwww…let’s count the ways.

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Lovely Plaster Walls + French Antiques

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. This great room incorporates beams from the homeowner's South Texas ranch as well as 18th-century doors from Avignon. #interiordesign #frenchcountry #plasterwalls #greatroom
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair; Architectural Consultant & Designer: Sarah West – Building Designer: Robert Dame Designs – Builder: Parker House – Photographer: Wade Blissard.

Above: A great room incorporates beams from the homeowner’s South Texas ranch as well as 18th-century doors from Avignon.

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Enchanting, Fresh, and Old World

BEHOLD a breathtaking kitchen in a newly constructed home where a 16th-century mantel serves as a kitchen hood and French street lamps were also converted to pendant lighting!

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. French antiques, plaster finishes and Old World style in a showstopping modern functioning kitchen. #kitchendesign #frenchkitchen #antiques #oldworld #plasterwalls
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair;Designer: MoL Design – Architect: Charles W. Ligon – Builder: Kristal Construction – Photographer: Wade Blissard.

Above: French antiques and plaster finishes as well as Old World style in a modern functioning kitchen with integrated SegretoStone sink.

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From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. French antiques, plaster finishes and Old World style in a showstopping modern functioning kitchen. #kitchendesign #frenchkitchen #antiques #oldworld #plasterwalls
Salut,chérie indeed!

A polished white finish on the kitchen walls (above) blends seamlessly with SegretoStone countertop surfaces.

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Masterful Finishes Unite Antiques & New Fixtures

What a statement this kitchen island makes in a newly constructed European country style home! It’s a re-worked 17th-century cabinet from a French sacristy which has been modified for modern living.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A quiet-toned newly constructed kitchen incorporating antiques from France. #frenchkitchen #frenchcountry #frenchantiques #bespokekitchen
Salut,chérie indeed!

Above: A modern functioning kitchen with all the charm of a French château is certainly a work of heart.

After all, the kitchen has become the new living room!

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. This great room incorporates beams from the homeowner's South Texas ranch as well as 18th-century doors from Avignon. #interiordesign #frenchcountry #plasterwalls #greatroom
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair;Architectural Consultant & Designer: Sarah West – Building Designer: Robert Dame Designs – Builder: Parker House – Photographer: Wade Blissard.

Above: The stone mantel in a magnificent great room is from a farm in France’s Lorraine region.

Ethereal Mood With Unexpected Glam

Beautiful plaster walls impart both character and interest!

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. Mohair chaise lounges in the dramatic 'vintage glam' living room of designer Sarah West. #livingroom #plasterwalls #interiordesign #vintageglam
Salut,chérie indeed!

Above: Mohair chaise lounges in the dramatic ‘vintage glam’ living room of designer Sarah West are inviting indeed.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. Plastered walls and ceilings as well as reclaimed wood flooring sing in a newly constructed, timeless European country inspired home. #interiordesign #plasterwalls #oldworld #staircase

Above: Plastered walls and ceilings as well as reclaimed wood flooring sing in a newly constructed, timeless European country inspired home.

Even the “too new” black staircase railings were intelligently addressed by Segreto. Artisans softly layered the wrought iron with umber and gray glazes, creating a patina to harmonize with reclaimed wood stairs.

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Patina Parfait

The day pantry and refrigerator in this glorious Old World style kitchen are hidden behind new doors finished exquisitely by Segreto.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A quiet-toned newly constructed kitchen incorporating antiques from France. #frenchkitchen #frenchcountry #frenchantiques #bespokekitchen
Salut,chérie indeed!

Above: The grand statement island is a cabinet from France dating to the 1600’s…certainly exquisite.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. French antiques, plaster finishes and Old World style in a showstopping modern functioning kitchen. #kitchendesign #frenchkitchen #antiques #oldworld #plasterwalls
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A waterfall island and SegretoStone hood distinguish this warm Spanish revival style kitchen and keeping room. #spanishrevival #segretostone #kitchen #interiordesign
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair; Architectural Consultant & Designer: Sarah West & Associates – Renovator: Parker House – Photographer: Par Bengtsson.

Above: A waterfall island and SegretoStone hood certainly distinguish this warm Spanish revival style kitchen and keeping room.

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From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A quiet-toned newly constructed kitchen incorporating antiques from France. #frenchkitchen #frenchcountry #frenchantiques #bespokekitchen
Salut,chérie indeed!

Above: Magnificent French antiques as well as reclaimed materials inspired the design and finishes in a newly constructed, timeless kitchen.

Beautiful classic traditional dining room with pale blue color palette in SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. #interiordesign #diningroom #classic #traditionalstyle
From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair; Designer: Shannon Crain Design – Builder: Riverway Development – Photographer: Kerry Kirk.

Above: In case you Francophiles admire pretty blue and classic style!

Spanish Revival Home

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A waterfall island and SegretoStone hood distinguish this warm Spanish revival style kitchen and keeping room. #spanishrevival #segretostone #kitchen #interiordesign
In case you love Spanish style!

Above: Mid-century modern velvet chairs are cozy as well as modern with an antique Spanish breakfast room table.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. The unique flooring in this Spanish-style home's master bath is actually antique Parefeuille ceiling tile. #oldworld #interiordesign #spanishstyle #bathroom #plasterwalls
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Above: The unique flooring in this Spanish-style home’s master bath is actually antique Parefeuille ceiling tile…certainly unique.

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Architectural & Finish Splendor

Beautiful classic traditional dining room with pale blue color palette in SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. #interiordesign #diningroom #classic #traditionalstyle
Salut,chérie indeed!

Context Created for Collected Treasures

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A massive 17th-century stone surround from Chateau Domingue leads to a sunken wine room. #oldworldstyle #frenchantiques #interiordesign #frenchcountry #stonesurround
In case you admire reclaimed materials and Old World style.

Above: Massive 17th-century stone surround from Chateau Domingue leads to a sunken wine room…certainly dramatic indeed.

From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. French antiques, plaster finishes and Old World style in a showstopping modern functioning kitchen. #kitchendesign #frenchkitchen #antiques #oldworld #plasterwalls
Hello, lovely French dream kitchen indeed!
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From SEGRETO impressions (2019) by Leslie Sinclair. A waterfall island and SegretoStone hood distinguish this warm Spanish revival style kitchen and keeping room. #spanishrevival #segretostone #kitchen #interiordesign
Salut,chérie indeed!

Above: This warm Spanish revival style home’s kitchen and keeping room feature a Spanish style plastered fireplace as well as a reclaimed wood ceiling.

Merci beaucoup, Segreto!

Thank you, Leslie and Segreto Finishes – for your friendship and also for creating a thoughtful inspiring book Francophiles will adore!

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Copies of Segreto Impressions books (by Leslie Sinclair) on the shelf!
Salut,chérie indeed!

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-michele

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8 Comments

  1. November 8, 2019 / 8:50 am

    Omgoodness! What a treat to see the new book on such a well written inspiring simply Lovely blog! You are so creative in all that you do and inspire so many not only with your posts but with your strong spirit and kind heart which comes across in everything that you so! xo sweet friend

    • Michele
      Author
      November 8, 2019 / 9:03 am

      I hope the updated version of the post was the one you saw this morning – a previous unedited version first aired, and oh my, I think I corrected the parts that didn’t save properly! Oy vey – what a lovely feast you have given us, Leslie. Thank you so so much for all of the labor and thoughtfulness that went into this new amazing book. While I knew it would be sensational, it unexpectedly moved me in significant ways. These are the sorts of interiors to aspire to! Thank you for the opportunity to share the design goodness overflowing from the pages of SEGRETO impressions. Hope to see you in person and congratulate you face to face someday soon! 🙂

  2. November 29, 2019 / 10:14 am

    Thank you so much for showing my design – the book is beautiful! Congratulations to Segreto!

    • Michele
      Author
      November 29, 2019 / 11:58 am

      Bravo on such beautiful design! The book is a rare treasure and a triumph! Peace to you, Shannon. 🙂

  3. November 4, 2020 / 11:05 am

    Thank you for introducing me to the Romantikev videos. I did not know about them. FABULOUS!!! I have watched more of them on YouTube now.

    • Michele
      Author
      November 4, 2020 / 11:34 am

      You bet! Thanks for adding beauty here, Colleen – so grateful for the support. Peace to you and yours.

  4. Lee
    October 26, 2021 / 9:07 am

    Beautiful!!!! Loving the picture above the mantel. Looks like a dragonfly and the colors are gorgeous. Any idea where a person could find one? Love your blog and your inspiration. Never met you but feel like you could be a friend!

    • Michele
      Author
      October 26, 2021 / 8:02 pm

      Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and for your kindness, friend! While I don’t know about the picture, you should definitely message Leslie of Segreto – she’s on FB and IG, and you could also leave a comment asking on her blog since I know she always answers. 🙂

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