For this third post about the development of the interior design and decoration of Le Mas des Poiriers, I want to focus on Chambre Fontaine. This bedroom seems to capture the heart of most people when they see it. It has the grand, regal feeling of a Master Bedroom, with the coziness of a ... READ the POST
Design Solutions: Le Mas des Poiriers Kitchen
The first Blog entry about my interior design work at Le Mas des Poiriers focused on the construction work and its progress. In this second post, I'm getting more in-depth into the design and inspiration for the kitchen of the Mas. In this 18th Century French farmhouse's renovation, it was ... READ the POST
Common Cents: Update Your Kitchen Without Breaking the Bank
Everyone has a room in their house that needs an update and there is no better place to start than in the kitchen. Kitchens are the heart of the home where everyone gathers. It’s important that they be functional and inviting as well as durable for daily wear. We have tackled full remodels but, if ... READ the POST
Dream Project: Le Mas des Poiriers – Avignon, France
Last year, I completed a 2-year interior design project just outside of Avignon, France called Le Mas des Poiriers. The translation is "the house of Pears" because its sits on 65 acres surrounded by Pear trees. This post is one of 4 discussing the restoration and decoration of this project, and the ... READ the POST
Classic American Design: Dorothy Draper’s Greenbrier
This time of year I find myself thinking of summer - pastel colors, warm breezes and outdoor activities. The Greenbrier Resort has been top of mind lately and I have a longing to visit again. Last August I finally made my first visit to The Greenbrier. It was especially significant to me because ... READ the POST
