Friday, April 1, 2011

patina farm: shutter inspiration...

patina farm: shutter inspiration...: "

Steve and I are planning to start designing our home this weekend, so I've been reviewing my huge stack of images looking for common design elements.


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One of the details that I've noticed is that many of the rooms in the images I saved are lacking draperies. It was only until I really started analyzing these rooms that I realized how much I like interior shutters.


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Image via Desde my Ventana


I know this seems like an odd thing to be focusing on at this early stage of the design process, but if we decide to use interior shutters on some of our windows I'd like to thicken the walls. I love the way these shutters lay against the inside walls.


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image via Desde my Ventana


I like the idea of keeping the walls white and adding a hint of chalky color on the shutters.


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image via Desde my Ventana


Since we won't begin building our home for a year or so, I have the luxury of having some time to find a few wonderful antique shutters.


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image via Desde my Ventana


I'm leaning toward simple paneled shutters with slightly rustic hardware. Louvered shutters seem a little too fussy.


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The walls don't necessarily have to be as thick as the ones in the picture above. We could use folding shutters...


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image via Belgian Pearls


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image via Belgian Pearls


Most likely we will use interior shutters on just a couple of windows and design the rest of the windows and doors to include exterior shutters.


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image from Demeures de Campagne


All of the shutters (inside and outside) will be the gray blue color of the antique shutter I found at Charme d'Antan.


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The shutters will provide privacy and black out where ever necessary. Inside, the window treatments will be simple linen draperies on thin iron rods, similar to this image of my favorite steel door.


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image from French Country Living


Do you have shutters are your home?


I look forward to reading your comments!



xo


Brooke


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Artist Spotlight - Anders Moseholm

Artist Spotlight - Anders Moseholm: "
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When I first saw Anders Moseholm's paintings while traveling in Denmark, I literally stopped in my tracks. I was mesmerized by his interpretation of interior spaces. Beautiful, stunning interiors of old buildings and libraries, none are specific rooms of course, just bits and pieces of striking architecture redefined.


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Anders does not sign his work on the front of the canvas. He prefers you, alone, to enter the painting and be the viewer. In the case of the painting above, he wants you experience the quietness and beauty of the room without being distracted by his signature.

My favorites of course are his interiors. This large, blue painting above will hang in my beach house . It is striking against the all white walls. I love how his work has a wonderful blurriness that makes it seem ethereal.



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I also just purchased this small painting titled 'Five Red Pillows' It is a one of his more rare smaller oils. I adore it!



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Dave and I had the great pleasure to meet Anders in his studio during our last visit to Denmark. As you can see Anders' work is striking and often larger in scale.




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A gorgeous cityscape my brother in law, Jurgen admired.




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A rare room of people - lovely.



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He is currently showing his work in NYC at Lost City Arts. To learn more about Anders Moseholm and visit his website click HERE. And do tell him Gina said 'Hello'! I know you will enjoy his work as much as I do!


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Gorgeous Stone Shingle Style Home

Gorgeous Stone Shingle Style Home: "

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I have always loved the charm of shingle style homes. I love the curving architecture and the all the extraordinary details.


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When the homeowners wanted to renovate this 1900’s spectacular home, they called on the great talents of Andrew Reck of Oak Hill Architects.


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Let’s have a look inside. The house was formerly owned by celebrity chef Todd English, who installed the stone pizza oven in the kitchen. What a wonderful luxury. Notice the thick chunky legs of the center island. I love the heft and country feel they bring to the kitchen.


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Interior Designer, Keith Frederick did a beautiful job with the interiors. I adore this built in banquette. The beautiful shade of blue painted on the back wall of the bookcases is a stunning backdrop to the ironstone. To the right is the transition to living room.


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Perhaps my favorite feature of this house is the curved Bath. The tile floor is amazing. I also love when architects thoughtfully place windows beside mirror in Baths. The natural light is much more flattering on your face when you are getting ready. The vanity is gorgeous!


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The Library above is truly a work of art! Notice the woodwork and the curved window wells.


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Here is a closer view of the Library. Notice the period windows with diamond mullions on the upper half. The woodwork and details in this room are outstanding.


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Readers, isn’t this house such a beautiful restoration?? To read more about design and details of this house click HERE. To see more photos and learn more about the exceptional talents of Andrew Reck and Oak Hill Architects click HERE.


(all photos Oak Hill Architects)

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