Throughout my time in Paris, I have been trying to expose my readers to innovative, European design and styles that are either not available or not easy to find in North America. I wanted to get my readers to think outside the box and begin to open their minds to something different. Do I actually like many of the things I write about? Yes, I do. I find that they give me a design jolt. They wake me up and I take bits from them and implement them in my own designs. It opens my eyes to what is out there and forces me to consider and appreciate their attributes. This is a necessary quality for a designer as you always have to be ready for the rare clients who only want the newest, greatest and boldest designs for their space.
That being said, I thought I would give you a taste of my own personal style. The style I use in my home. You will likely think it tame and subdued, but that is what I love about it. I don’t like loud, bold colours in my space because I crave the peace and calm solitude that comes from soft, gentle colours, fabrics and shapes.
You might also think it strange that I don’t lean towards the ultra modern and contemporary – styles I often write about! I love to use them when designing spaces for clients (if that’s what they love), but I am a modern traditionalist at heart. I truly admire and adore the designs of the past.
I’ve put together a brief little montage of accessories and spaces that will give you a look into my own personal contemporary-traditional style. Enjoy!
A gorgeous little cushion I found at Roche Bobois in Lelievre fabric
