These days I'm drawn more towards the realistically-lived-in look than the glossy-magazine-picture-perfect when it comes to interiors. In this salon we have the high ceilings, the herringbone parquet, the decorative plasterwork that any decorator would approve of, but it still remains slightly offbeat. Home made, family.
Loving this large open salon, sitting room cum dining area. Opening on one side to a garden through huge windows that let in loads of light. On the other side double doors walk you through to the entrance hall.
The photos were taken in a "hotel particular", which means a large private town house. The charm here comes from this generous room being on a level with a garden. So often in this style of house, the ground floor is raised by a few steps.
Love the piano that faces the player towards the room and the view. Love the purple bergère, whose colour reappears in the curtains, a lampshade and the rug. Love all the space; enough for a big family to move around in without getting in each other's way, and finally love the zinc table top.
What is missing for me is a couple of huge comfy sofas to sink into in front of the fire and some colour onto the walls. What do you think?
photos thanks to Mires Images
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Yep, needs color on the walls and comfy sofas and I'm with you, love that this place looks "real". Like someone actuallly lives there. I would mind living there myself!
ReplyDeleteHi Sharon
ReplyDeleteI like the open feel.. but yes lacks some softness.. as you say big comfy sofas would do well.. great rugs!!
By the way. love your shots from Cote D'Azur.. fabulous!!! oh why am I sooo far away!!!... Have a great weekend.. xxx Julie
Home made family, I love it Sharon. This is the sort of place I can relate to. Early Miscellaneous is what I call our home...lots of this and that and big on comfort...just life :)
ReplyDeleteHave you discovered the book "ETC...creating beautiful interiors with the things you love"..by Sibella Court? You can find it at Amazon UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Etcetera-Sibella-Court/dp/174196556X
It has been mentioned around the blog world a few times so you may have come across it. The author is an Aussie...I love the book!
Best wishes for a wonderful weekend Sharon, I hope you manage special time with your family and a little time to yourself too :)
Jeanne xx
your home is truly a stunning piece of work!!!
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Oh, I could be comfortable in this space filled with light and open to the garden. A comfy sofa would be in order for me too, but this is a gorgeous place. Thanks for sharing. I like the look of this "hotel particular".
ReplyDeleteHave a great day! ~ Sarah
I am also drawn to a more lived in look--always have been. The hotel particular you show is just that. I like seeing books and objects everywhere reflecting the homeowners taste and personality.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog!
Lovely location.
ReplyDeleteYes, some color on the wall and a comfy settee...you should be an interior designer...
Oh yes Sharon! A big big sofa in front of the fireplace...and then the room will be perfect!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your supportive comment, Sharon!
Have a great week end!
Mara
I love rooms that are mismatched. These rooms are gorgeous. And the garden area is pure perfection. But my first thought was it is all so "mature" -- definitely need a sofa to curl up on. :) Have a great weekend. Tammy
ReplyDeleteYour site looks beautiful ~ I'm thinking it's changed.
ReplyDeleteI love that Hotel Particulier ~ I could live there ~ very comfortable and a profusion of differing styles ~ Yes Sharon~ you would make a good interior decorator!
Have a lovely week-end
~Dianne~
Just lovely Sharon - stylish but full of warmth and character. And I agree - a big comfy sofa would be perfect here! Have a wonderful weekend. K xx
ReplyDeleteLove the home made family idea. You want things to be beautiful but you want your house to look lived in too!
ReplyDeleteI love the French look because it is a gathered, collected over the years look... it's homey.
I noticed a few things I would change, a few things I love but I simply cannot stop thinking about that table!
ReplyDeleteThat is a dream come true table for me. sigh
xxx
z
Simply stunning,comfy,yet classy
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would love to sit on that
purple bergère dreaming away..
A very beautiful room! I love the piano!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your lovely comment, it makes me smile this morning!!!!!!
Have a wonderful weekend,
Yvonne
I agree with you about the sofas. It needs more seating in general, I think. But what an amazing room!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful home you have. so full of space and light. lucky you.. love the garden. Carla
ReplyDeleteThe high ceilings grab me. Loads of space and an entrance foyer which makes me swoon. But how do they get the cobwebs from the corners? Do they have security system detectors to keep clean? My feather duster would never reach. =)
ReplyDeleteI am also drawn to more realistic lived in looks these days, having three dogs and three men/boy. It also suits the age of the house, there is something very comforting about this style, you feel that you can relax.
ReplyDeleteI have tagged you in a fashion blog over at my place, I thought you may enjoy it xx
lovely space. Yes a couple of comfy canapé would be just perfect!
ReplyDeleteWe are totally embracing the lived in look here. We have returned from our travels and have stuff everywhere. Not to mention washing coming out our ears.
ReplyDeleteI would love to just have a little rest on that big comfy sofa................