Spring will be blooming soon, but right now, where I live, nature still retains a pale, neutral, winter calm look. We’re revisiting a timeless Houston home tour with a lovely pale palette, and you may recognize the stunning 1923 William Ward Watkin stucco manse in Houston’s Broadacres from a Veranda cover a few years back. You may have also seen it at some point on Pinterest since it is legendary. This home appeared on my radar back when its beyond divine guesthouse graced Milieu. It spoiled me forever. I fell hopelessly in love with the architecture by Reagan Andre and interiors by Pamela Pierce (whose work is still a favorite for obvious reasons).
![Pamela Pierce designed French living room in Montrose house by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/milieu-magazine-pamela-pierce-living-room.jpg)
Timeless Texas Home: Lovely Pale Palette Inspiration
![Stunning French Country kitchen with white cabinetry, bull head, steel doors, stainless work island, and design by Pamela Pierce.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/001-houston-pamela-pierce-kitchen-1440x1080.jpg)
Photography: Mark Scheyer, Peter Vitale, & Miller Dahlstrand Architects. Interior Design: Pamela Pierce. Owner: Annette Schatte. Architect: Reagan Andre. Contractor: Southampton Homes.
Beautiful Montrose House Exterior
Modern lines and a restrained color palette let you know this will be something out of the ordinary!
![Reagan Andre architecture - Montrose home with interiors by Pamela Pierce.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house.jpg)
And when the entrance is this stunning…
![Breathtaking French Country architecture on a Houston home designed by Reagan Andre with arch, steel window,stone steps, and elegant shutters. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/002-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-2.jpg)
and the landscape design this exquisite…
![Montrose home in Houston. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-3.jpg)
![Lilly Pulitzer quote about spring on Hello Lovely.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-despite-forecast-live-like-lilly-pulitzer-2.jpg)
…hello lovely!
My favorite part of the property is not even the main house! It’s this:
Guest House by Reagan Andre Architecture
![Gorgeous white stucco French farmhouse inspired house exterior with tile roof - Reagan Andre. #pamelapierce #reaganandre #frenchfarmhouse #houseexterior #housedesign #whitestucco](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/003-reagan-andre-annette-schatte-guest-house-houston-1-1440x1151.jpg)
Simply my all time favorite architecture and house exterior EVER. I continue to dream of living inside this photo:
And I do believe I would be happy to simply be the groundskeeper or the housesweeper (is that a thing? I simply sweep entry areas daily.), never to be welcomed inside. Admiring the reclaimed materials fashioned into this new masterpiece and feeling the breeze would be quite enough.
![Gorgeous white stucco French farmhouse inspired house exterior with tile roof - Reagan Andre. #pamelapierce #reaganandre #frenchfarmhouse #houseexterior #housedesign #whitestucco](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/005-reagan-andre-annette-schatte-guest-house-houston-3.jpg)
On the other side of this entrance?
![Pablo Neruda quote about spring and flowers on Hello Lovely.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-cut-all-flowers-pablo-neruda-2.jpg)
A lovely pool.
Rear Side of Guest House
Just look at outdoor entertaining area!
![Rear facade of guest house at Montrose home in Houston. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-4.jpg)
Pamela Pierce Designed Kitchen
Timeless design always requires extra thoughtfulness, and you’ll instantly recognize it in this kitchen.
![French country farmhouse kitchen with design by Pamela Pierce, architecture by Reagan Andre, and constructtion by MDD. Photo by Peter Vitale.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/006-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-5.jpg)
Aren’t the old doors concealing storage incredible?
![Rustic elegant French country kitchen by Pamela Pierce in Houston. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-6.jpg)
All of the reclaimed stone gathered from Europe has a presence all its own. Just imagine the stories it could tell!
![Robert Frost quote EARTH IS THE RIGHT PLACE FOR LOVE on Hello Lovely Studio. #robertfrost #earthquotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0001-earths-the-right-place-for-love-robert-frost-hello-lovely-studio-love-quote.jpg)
This dining table reminds me a little of ours (the one in our dining room), and what character it adds!
![French country farmhouse kitchen with design by Pamela Pierce, architecture by Reagan Andre, and constructtion by MDD. Photo by Peter Vitale.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/007-french-farmhouse-kitchen-2-reagan-andre-montrose-pamela-pierce.jpg)
And those shelves with all of the creamy plaster!
![French country farmhouse kitchen with design by Pamela Pierce, architecture by Reagan Andre, and constructtion by MDD. Photo by Peter Vitale.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/008-french-farmhouse-kitchen-2-reagan-andre-montrose-pamela-pierce-mdd-construction.jpg)
There something irresistible about scrubbed wood and the beauty of age.
![French country farmhouse kitchen with design by Pamela Pierce, architecture by Reagan Andre, and constructtion by MDD. Photo by Peter Vitale.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/009-french-farmhouse-kitchen-reagan-andre-montrose-pamela-pierce-1.jpg)
Ever lived with a pot rack? I like to hide mine away, but I don’t have a collection this beautiful!
Pamela Pierce Designed Living Room
When Francophiles dream of heaven, it may resemble this:
![Elegant and authentic French living room in Montrose house in Houston. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-7.jpg)
Isn’t it sumptuous with its paneled walls, herringbone floors, and stone fireplace?
Redecorated Living Room
I love this version too!
![Pamela Pierce designed French living room in Montrose house by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/milieu-magazine-pamela-pierce-living-room.jpg)
And can you even get over the playful scale of objects on the mantel?
Morning Room Designed by Pamela Pierce
I would never tire of being in this room!
![Beautiful French morning room with blue-grey slipcovered furniture. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-8.jpg)
![Rilke quote about spring and blooming on Hello Lovely Studio. #springquotes #blooming #inspirationalquotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-blooming-recklelssly-rainer-maria-rilke-2.jpg)
Hall & Family Room
There is a soulful, monastic feel here.
![Hallway and family room with reclaimed stone flooring and arched steel door. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/010-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-9.jpg)
Front Door
![Breathtaking French Country architecture on a Houston home designed by Reagan Andre with arch, steel window,stone steps, and elegant shutters. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-2.jpg)
![Gardening and hope quote by Audrey Hepburn on Hello Lovely Studio.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-audrey-hepburn-garden-tomorrow.jpg)
Staircase in Houston Home by Reagan Andre Architecture
Look at these plaster steps with the refined loveliness of the iron handrail! I could stare all day.
![The combination of a simple iron railing with an elegant plaster stair doesn't get any better. It's architecturally beautiful and really makes a statement. Plus, it can work in both traditional and contemporary settings.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/011-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-10.jpg)
![Luxurious mansion in Houston with rustic wood floors, lantern, and iron railing on stone staircase.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/012-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-11.jpg)
Bedrooms Designed by Pamela Pierce
![Elegant bedroom with French inspired decor, blush taffeta curtains, white bedding, and rustic wood floors. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-12.jpg)
![Pink print upholstery on an exquisite bed in a guest room by Pamela Pierce.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-13.jpg)
![Inspiring nature quote on Hello Lovely Studio by Lao Tze. #springquotes #naturequotes #slowlivingquotes #zenquotes #serenequotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-nature-does-not-hurry-lao-tze.jpg)
Pamela Pierce Moment of Glory
![Sophisticated French inspired vignette with French pots and fanciful wall sconce in a Houston home with interiors designed by Pamela Pierce.Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/013-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-15.jpg)
Powder Room by Pamela Pierce
![Luxurious and elegant powder room with blue antique doors, gilt mirror, and stone sink in Houston home with interior design by Pamela Pierce. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/014-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-16.jpg)
![Laura Ingalls Wilder inspirational spring quote on Hello Lovely Studio. #springquotes #oldfashioned #lauraingalls #lauraingallswilder](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-old-fashioned-fresh-air-sunshine-laura-ingalls-wilder.jpg)
Family Room in Reagan Andre Montrose Home
![Elegant French inspired family room with symmetry and sophistication from Pamela Pierce.Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/015-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-17.jpg)
![Light pink roses in antique planters on rustic wood table. Design by Pamela Pierce. Come enjoy photos of this house tour with architecture by Reagan Andre.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-18.jpg)
Framed Botanical Art in Hall
![Vividly colorful framed botanicals hung above a French settee in an elegant home in Houston with interiors designed by Pamela Pierce.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/016-reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-19.jpg)
![Spring quote about growing by Michele Ranard on Hello Lovely Studio. #blooming #springquotes #growingquotes #personalgrowthquotes #naturequotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-season-reminding-growing-beautiful-michele-ranard.jpg)
![Luxury home designed by Reagan Andre on Montrose in Houston with French Country interiors designed by Pamela Pierce.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/reagan-andre-montrose-houston-pamela-pierce-house-20-1440x810.jpg)
Pamela Pierce’s own Houston kitchen also never ceases to satisfy…
![French country white kitchen designed by Pamela Pierce - photo by Miguel Flores Vianna. #frenchkitchen #frenchcountry #kitchendesign #oldworld #pamelapierce #modernfrench](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/017-milieu-magazine-pamela-pierce-design-kitchen-miguel-flores-vianna.jpg)
Are the stone floors (Chateau Domingue) also breathtaking!?! See this story touring Chateau Domingue’s proprietor Ruth Gay’s stunning home too!
Don’t miss this renovation of a French chateau!
![Inspirational quote about new beginnings by Josiyah Martin on Hello Lovely Studio. #encouragementquotes #magicquotes #springquotes #hopequotes](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/spring-inspirational-quote-hello-lovely-studio-waterperry-sanderson-wallpaper-magic-new-beginnings-josiyah-martin.jpg)
If you are in the mood for more timeless design – make sure you don’t miss THIS!
![Milieu magazine (Spring 2021) on my kitchen counter (Viatera Minuet white quartz) with urn and candle holders - Hello Lovely Studio. #viateraquartz #minuet #milieu #modernfrench](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/serene-white-decor-european-country-cottage-hello-lovely-studio-viatera-minuet-quartz-milieu-urn-roses-bowl-crate-barrel-wood-candle-holders.jpg)
p.s. Ever imagine the little fairy behind this blog leading a glamorous life resembling images above? Because when I posted this a year ago, the day’s agenda included power-washing the white exterior of a neglected tiny house we had just purchased and schlepping for FB Marketplace scores for the interiors. A year later, here I am painting a console table I may use in the entry of the new house and stalking FB Marketplace again! It is never boring here!
Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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Michelle, I so enjoy starting every morning with your Hello Lovely blog. I find myself wanting to discuss the different design settings with you! Your comments make me focus on design elements I might not have noticed – like the Pamela Pierce floor lamps in one of these photos.
Thank you for what you do!
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Awww, I’m so happy to hear. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to discuss all of the nuances live? What I enjoy most is simply sharing my stream of consciousness thoughts as I experience the designs in a conversational way so it is close in feel to a little chat over coffee or tea. Thanks for reading.