Thursday, February 26, 2009

The ultimate Provencal Escape


One of my favorite books is called Provencal Escapes. Caroline Clifton-Mogg travels throughout the South of France taking pictures of beautiful homes one can escape to. I wanted to share my favorite home in this book and tell of its history.





This home is a hunting lodge located about an hour away from Aix-en-Provece, France. It sits in a clearing in the middle of an ancient forest in the South of France. It was built in the 17th century and was provided as a hunting lodge for Louis XV; it's called Le Pavillon St. Lambert.




Blahnaid Behan is a British interior designer who restored this home to its former charm. Blahanid had been looking for a house in Provence for some time; she wanted something that would lend itself as "a Project." She came across St Lambert from a local realtor who even told her it was "a ruin." She said, "The first time I went there, I fell in love with the magical situation-in the middle of a valley, far from everywhere except a medieval chateau on the hillside above." All I can say is she did an incredible job! This kitchen is so beautiful with its La cornue oven range, stone sinks and butcher's block. I love the french gray/blue windows and doors; so soft and timeless.








From the kitchen you go into an inner hall that walks into the dining room. I love the huge stone fireplace and the large painted armoire holding beautiful glasses and plates. Notice the beautiful color palette, cream and soft muted greens. All the stone on the floor are local stone flags.

Cressida Campbell

EXHIBITION which should not to be missed
Timeless: The Art of Cressida Campbell
at the
QUT Art Museum
2 George Street, Brisbane
(near City Botanic Gardens)
March 6 - April 19, 2009

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

And the Winners are.......

Thanks for taking part in the poll ' My 10 Most Winning Wing Chairs '.  64 votes were tabulated over 5 days.

1st Place   B & B Italia Max Alto designed by Antonio Citterio

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2nd Place   Leo Chair by Oly Studio

 

3rd Place   Big Chair by Jens Risom from Ralph Pucci International

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Tuesday, February 24, 2009

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source Emma Pilkington








Timber stain, timber colour, fabrics option

at VT Interiors

Monday, February 23, 2009

Color Inspiration

Spring is around the corner and I am inspired by these bright and cheerful colors.

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Duralee Fabrics

 Patricia Gray writes about emerging trends, her inspirations, "What's HOT" in the world of Design, as well as sneak peaks of her work.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Blue Monday

I find this picture so beautiful James Radin. Such an inspiration for a new busy week.
( More images of his work today afternoon)

As promised - more photos from the creator of movie sets (Something Gotta Give)


He did it again!

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Provence, unique, fascinating, timeless


Provence is unique, fascinating and timeless. This is where the 'The good life' comes easy. I love how enchanting it is in its own intimate charm. Homes are beautifully restored with new surprises reinterpreting its past. Maisons Cote Sud through their books and magazines capture the beauty of Provence. I collect them all!





'These houses reveal harmonious stairways and rooms where the old Provencal way of life under its kings is almost intact. And all that silence, those proportions, those handsome, hidden rooms, suited to a life of study, even idleness, should one choose it, exude order; the wisdom of lives in balance.'
-Andre Saures





I love this room; it looks so cozy even though the floor is terracotta. Linen sofas arranged in a sociable way accentuate the beautiful chandelier suspended in the middle of the room. Eye candy!




Can I just say "PERFECTION!" loving the terracotta. Terracotta, locally in Provence are known as 'malouns.' They are the most popular form of flooring in Provencal houses. They are cool, hardwearing and easy to wash. What is it about linen, it goes with everything! I love how the two balance each other. And those sconces...one can only dream.




I love the pale matt tones of this room; Gustavian chairs and Provencal sideboards create a restful mood in this perfect sitting room.






These two pictures are a perfect example of how Gustavian and French decor compliment each other. What a cool idea to cover a Swedish Rococo bench, it softens the whole room while at the same time boldly combines past and present. Yum!

Modern Italian Interior Design

Modern Italian Interior Design Molteni & C
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Modern Italian Interior Design Molteni & C 

Modern Italian Interior Design Molteni & C 

Modern Italian Interior Design Molteni & C

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Friday, February 20, 2009

The Beautiful Mora Clock


Thanks to the peasant people of Dalarna Sweden, we are able to have these beautiful clocks. Between 1750 and 1760, there wasn't sufficient funds to support the growing population. Making these clocks helped support the people during hard winter months around the city of Mora. I'm so grateful some of these clocks withstood the test of time. They make me happy. I WANT ONE!




I love the Gustavian painted chairs surrounding the round French walnut wine-tasting table. By the doorway sits a fun Mora clock.




www.swedishantiques.biz is by far my favorite website for finding Mora clocks or any other Swedish antique. They have a huge warehouse in Atlanta chock full of yummy pieces.






My dream someday is to have a cozy beach home filled with large soft linen sofas and wood tassel light fixtures hanging in every room, oh yes and my Mora clock. These pictures show that Swedish pieces can go anywhere!

Michelle Morelan

I received this rendering of a Master Bedroom that I designed from Michelle Morelan,a talented artist who writes the Blog A Schematic Life. Thanks Michelle and keep up the good work!

Michelle Morelan
Rendering by Michelle Morelan of a room designed by Patricia Gray

Patricia Gray | Interior Design 

PATRICIA GRAY INC is an award winning interior design firm writing about lifestyle and
WHAT'S HOT in the world of interior design, architecture, art and travel.
2011 © Patricia Gray | Interior Design Blog™

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Friday with Katie Leede

Enjoy your weekend .
I would love to invite you to visit the web page of the creator of Bohemian ( and not only)Elegance at its best - Katie Leede