Provence Poiriers: Breathtaking Moments
This restored 18th Century paradise Provence property Le Mas des Poiriers has been photographed by the most brilliant artists around the planet for weddings, books,…
I Know the Exact Elegant Paint Color Cathy Kincaid Used!
Paint and paint colors may be the most boring of topics for a segment of society, and that’s fine by me. I’m over here still…
Kitchen Design Inspiration from Park and Oak
One of my favorite designers of timelessly classic kitchens is Park and Oak so we’ll explore examples of their work which beautifully incorporates traditional design…
Secret Stash of Stellar Less Popular Designer Loved Paint Colors
These Farrow & Ball designer loved paint colors may not sound familiar. But they’re no less loved by professional experts, and it’s your turn to…
Ooh La La, Escape to French Favorites
This Parisian storefront is an imagined fantasy of a shop I created, filled with: romantic chandeliers, shelves of treasures, script above the shelves (art, heart…
Is a Bold Wallpaper Pattern in Your Future?
Inspiring bold wallpaper designs capture the beauty and wonder of spaces elevated by pattern, color, and personal interest. We don’t know the names and makers…
Beautiful Rooms With Blue
So many beautiful ways to use indigo, periwinkle, duck egg, navy, denim, and teal in homes with styles from traditional to ultra modern. (Will we…
Serene Bedroom Colors to Consider
Serene Bedroom Colors provides ideas for paint colors to sample when you’re into a timeless tranquil look and could use a starting point. You’ll discover…
Deep Moody Blue-Gray Paint Possibilities
Getting a just right light neutral paint color for walls, doors, or cabinets is a challenge, but you can always simply paint over it, yes?…
Prettiest Decor Details in a Texas Designer’s Lovely Home
Oh, this beautiful 1931 classic home makeover in Texas by M. E. Beck Design for her family! What a labor of love from designer Maria…
Rustic French Countryside Home & Colors
Inspired by Vivi et Margot founder’s former French countryside home, we’ll consider resources, color stories, textures, European country philosophies, and paint colors contributing magic to…
When Unrefined Elegance is Harmonious
Typically on this blog, we explore how to achieve that lovely balance of European country style’s rustic elegance. Too rustic, and things can feel unromantic.…
