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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FRENCH
INSPIRATION UN PETIT
8
DECADENT DESIGNS
Explore the extravagance of traditional
hand-painted wallpaper inspired by countries
from around the world.
BY KRISTIN DOWDING
12
SHOPPING FOR CHIC
Give your home a breath of Parisian fresh air
with these elegant pieces.
BY EMILY IRBY
16 VINEYARD DINING
Bring a relaxed and intimate French ambience to your
own backyard with this vineyard-inspired fête.
BY KRISTIN DOWDING
20
VINTAGE FRENCH
A historic château offers guests French luxury
and a peek into the past.
24 BY MICHELLE MASTRO
24 ELEMENTS OF
OPULENCE
Create that je ne sais quoi of French design in your
own home.
BY SARAH JANE STONE
28 NEVER
OUTDATED
A classically inspired French-style kitchen stands
the test of time.
BY MICHELLE MASTRO
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VISITE
108 HISTORICAL
AMBIANCE
32 FAMILY A country home’s colorful past is revived
HEIRLOOMS with intentional design, attention to detail
and a love for preservation.
A 15th-century château reflects a
family’s commitment to preserving BY GAP INTERIORS AND
French grandeur. SARAH JANE STONE
BY LUCREZIA VOZZA AND

SARAH JANE STONE 116 BALANCING
32 ACT
48 FRENCH À A designer mixes shimmering glamour
with distressed antique pieces in her
LA MODE 48 1939 Pasadena, California, home.
Can a home with elegant French styling BY EMILY IRBY

be made functional for a family of four and
their three dogs?
BY AUTUMN KRAUSE
BIBLIO
60 CLASSIC 122
BEAUTY TRANSFORMING
A historic home in Richmond, Virginia, stays TRADITION
true to its roots with refreshed Georgian
Revival interiors. Break down the barrier between traditional
and contemporary style to discover a new
BY SHELBY DEERING blend where classic French meets modern
France.
BY BRIAN PARCHMANN
76 A SENSE OF
TIMELESSNESS
A 1920s home honors classic design styles
DÉTAILS
and its storied history.
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BY SHELBY DEERING
6 EDITORIAL
128 RESOURCES
92 FRENCH 129 ADVERTISERS
REVERIE
130 LE FIN
A home filled with antique and French-
inspired furnishings is a modern-day take
on Marie Antoinette’s Petit Trianon.
BY AUTUMN KRAUSE ON THE COVER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN MAGOR
PHOTOGRAPHY
DESIGN BY ELENA OH
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EDITORIAL
FRENCH
THE ÉLÉGANCE style
WINTER 2017
of EVERYDAY
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WINTER
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AUJOURD’HUI
DECADENT
DESIGNS
Photo by Max Kim-Bee « Styled by Beverly Field
FRENCH STYLE
THIS EARLHAM DESIGN was painted on duck-egg dyed silk and uses a
soothing sky-blue palette to create a tranquil atmosphere.
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EXPLORE THE EXTRAVAGANCE OF
TRADITIONAL HAND-PAINTED WALLPAPER
INSPIRED BY COUNTRIES FROM AROUND
THE WORLD.
BY KRISTIN DOWDING
TO BRING EASY ELEGANCE AND

THEATRICAL FL AIR to your French maison,
nothing is as attainable and appealing as
wallpaper. Dressing your walls in extravagant
designs and colors is a guaranteed way to
bring your rooms to life, and de Gournay has
the skilled artisans to construct any wallpaper
design you can imagine.
“Our designs aren’t just beautiful and
aesthetically pleasing; they delve into history
and tell a story,” says Charlotte Butter, PR
marketing manager of de Gournay. Company
founder Claud Cecil Gurney traveled the
world in 1986 to find inspiration and skilled
artisans to make the high-quality designs he
dreamed of.
“Our aim is to bring happiness into people’s
lives by creating for them light, bright, vibrant
and happy interiors where they can find
refuge from the busy world of markets and
events,” Claud says. “Each of our interiors is
a work of art, hand-painted to meet the needs
of discerning clients.”
“OUR DESIGNS
AREN’T JUST
BEAUTIFUL AND
AESTHETICALLY
PLEASING; THEY
DELVE INTO HISTORY
AND TELL A STORY.”
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AUJOURD’HUI
Though the company

is of British origin, their
designs are growing on
a global level and they
now have a large presence
in Paris. Their intricate
Chinoiserie designs, painted
on silk, Xuan and gilded
paper and even 22ct gold
leaf, encompass the luxury
and glamour of French
style. The designs pull from
Chinese, Japanese and
Korean influence, but some
of their scenic vistas are
inspired by 19th-century
French Papiers Peints
Panoramiques.
From traditional 18th-
century techniques and
designs to contemporary
preferences, de Gournay has
the ability to customize any
of its patterns as everything
is hand-painted to order.
Whether you are attracted
to realism or abstract design,
this wallpaper will bring
your rooms to life.
A THOUSAND LI OF
RIVERS AND
MOUNTAINS is a custom
Photo by Mariam Medvedeva
design on bleached white-

dyed silk. The intricate
detailing and gorgeous
shading can be expected
in all de Gournay
wallpaper designs.
“EACH OF OUR INTERIORS IS A

FRENCH STYLE
WORK OF ART, HAND-PAINTED

TO MEET THE NEEDS OF
DISCERNING CLIENTS.”
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MARCHÉ
Michelangelo Platinum Dinnerware

Collection: Bed Bath and Beyond,
$199.99. (800) 462-3966 or
bedbathandbeyond.com.
SHOPPING
Carmichael Buffet:
FOR CHIC
GIVE YOUR HOME A BREATH OF PARISIAN
High Fashion Home, FRESH AIR WITH THESE ELEGANT PIECES.
$2,849. (888) 685-3838 or
highfashionhome.com. BY EMILY IRBY
Nieve Mirror: Lulu &

Georgia, $273. Visit
luluandgeorgia.com.
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Jozie Day Rug in Ivory:
Bed Bath and Beyond,
$99.99-$1,399.99.
(800) 462-3966 or
bedbathandbeyond.com.
Atwood Velvet Charcoal Quilt & Sham: Pier 1 Imports,

$34.95-$199.95. (817) 252-6300 or pier1.com.
WINTER 2017
Antique French Dahlias Print Set

No. 1: Etsy, $24-$90. Visit etsy.com/
shop/BelleBotanica.
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MARCHÉ
Mauve Velvet Vintage

Armchairs: The Bella
Cottage, $1,772.
(818) 830-9700 or
thebellacottage.com.
Export Wallpaper:
York Wallcoverings,
contact for pricing.
(717) 846-4456 or
yorkwall.com.
Romantic Glam Beaded

Medallion Pillow: Pier
1 Imports, $34.95. (817)
252-6300 or pier1.com.
Cuscute Pillow: The Found

Shop, $290. (714) 252-8551 or
thefoundshop.com.
FRENCH STYLE
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York Mirror 5-Piece
Flatware Place Setting:
Crate & Barrel, $34.95.
(844) 357-6300 or
crateandbarrel.com.
Alex Orb Chandelier

Large: Maison de Kristine,
$2,240. (360) 840-8964 or
maisondekristine.com.
Odette Round Dining

Table: The Bella Cottage,
$1,243. (818) 830-9700 or
thebellacottage.com.
Visage Armoire:
High Fashion Home,
$2,629.00. (888) 685-3838
or highfashionhome.com.
White Linen Lorand Bench:

Maison de Kristine, $2,860.
(360) 840-8964 or
maisondekristine.com.
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FÊTE
VINEYARD
DINNING BRING A RELAXED AND
INTIMATE FRENCH
AMBIENCE TO YOUR OWN
BACKYARD WITH THIS
VINEYARD-INSPIRED FÊTE.
BY KRISTIN DOWDING
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE STEINHARDT
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FOR A ROMANTIC AND “DRESSING UP YOUR DINNER
INTIMATE FRENCH-INSPIRED
SETTING, look no further than your NAPKINS WITH FRESH FLOWERS
own backyard. Designer Janet Pae
of the blog Modern Dame brought OR GREENERY WILL MAKE YOUR
the relaxed vibe of the vineyard to
her parents’ home in Los Angeles, TABLE SMELL AMAZING.”
California, proving that all you need
is some good food and natural
accents to throw a winter get-together
to remember.
France is one of the largest producers
of wine in the world, so a vineyard
theme is an appropriate way to bring
French entertaining to your home. “An
intimate backyard setting is my favorite
way to entertain guests,” Janet says.
Plain white china plates on braided
placemats are adorned with linen
napkins and fresh garlands of rosemary,
hand-tied with a blush velvet ribbon for
a dainty accent.
“Dressing up your dinner napkins
with fresh flowers or greenery will make
your table smell amazing,” Janet says.
It’s also a simple way to add color and
texture to plain dishes.
The centerpiece is a simple yet
stunning arrangement of eucalyptus
and olive branches and figs, with some
white garden roses incorporated for an
effortless and whimsical look.
“Avoid placing flowers symmetrically
to ensure [the arrangement] looks
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Le
FÊTE
Fromage
CREATE A SEPARATE HORS
D’OEUVRES STATION WITH WINE,
CRACKERS, GRAPES AND THESE
CHEESE VARIETIES:
• Brie
• Manchego
• Sharp Cheddar
• Parmesan
• Gouda
natural,” Janet says. Votive candles

made from empty wine bottles add
height to the centerpiece and denote
the table’s winery theme.
“You can purchase clear bottles
to hold your taper candles or mix
different shapes and shades of used
wine bottles,” she says.
Janet created a wine and cheese
station, separate from the main table,
using a wine barrel and glass top.
An assortment of cheeses, sultana
grapes and dried fruit create a casual
and classy hors d’oeuvres spread.
She placed fresh figs among the
overflowing grapes and set a marble
platter topped with almonds, dried
apricots, crackers and cranberries for
some sweet and salty additions.
The dinner menu, catered by
Joanne’s on Third, consisted of fresh
FRENCH STYLE
salads, couscous, roasted vegetables,

mashed potatoes and hanger steak—
the ultimate selection of comfort foods
for Janet’s family and friends.
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LIMONADE
AUX
MYRTILLES
THIS REFRESHING BEVERAGE IS THE
PERFECT NON-ALCOHOLIC LEMONADE
TO COMPLEMENT YOUR SOIRÉE.
INGREDIENTS
• Citrus squeezer
• 4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 2 dozen whole Meyer lemons
• 6 cups cold water
• Ice
DIRECTIONS
1. In a medium sauce pan, bring sugar and
water to a boil. Then let it simmer and stir.
Once the sugar is dissolved, let it cool.
2. Use a citrus squeezer to make fresh lemon

juice. It should make about 3 cups.
3. In a pitcher or beverage dispenser, add 6

cups of cold water, the fresh lemon juice
and the simple syrup. Taste before adding
more syrup or water.
4. Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon

slices, then enjoy!
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VACANCES
VINTAGE
A HISTORIC CHÂTEAU OFFERS
GUESTS FRENCH LUXURY AND A
PEEK INTO THE PAST.
BY MICHELLE MASTRO
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF SMALL LUXURY
HOTELS OF THE WORLD
FRENCH
THROUGHOUT THE TUCKED AWAY IN GOSNAY, the château harkens back to the past with
HOTEL, the goal was to FRANCE, a small farming village belies its vintage oil paintings while embracing
recreate the spirit of a a unique historic building. The gorgeous modernity with amenities equal to that
Parisian apartment where château, La Chartreuse du Val Saint, of newer establishments: Internet Wi-Fi,
textiles take center stage. air-conditioning and even flat-screen and
looks like something out of the pages of
Sarah says they work with
an old French novel filled with romance satellite TVs.
the finest houses to find
and civil strife. The abode once housed The hotel is available through Small
gorgeous fabrics, such as
those from Pierre Frey and monks, starting with the building’s Luxury Hotels of the World and boasts
Manuel Canovas. inception in the mid-14th century until 53 rooms finely appointed with exquisite
the height of the Reign of Terror, when wallpaper and antique furnishings. Some
FRENCH STYLE
the French Revolution forced them to rooms are more luxurious than others. The
flee the monastery. marble bathrooms of the suites are certainly
fit for a queen, but even the standard rooms
VACATION LIKE THE ROYALS are wide and decorated like those in a
Now a luxury hotel not far from Bethune, castle. Second-floor rooms offer splendid
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views of the romantic gardens
and seemingly endless cultivated
green lawns.
FINE DINING
The hotel’s three restaurants—
Le Vasco, Le Robert II and La
Distillerie—are the cherries
on top of the sumptuous cake.
While the French are known
for their breads, pastries and
cheeses, Le Vasco is renowned
for its fine French meats. Le
Robert II is a popular destination
in the surrounding area for its
gourmet meals. The food is
traditional French and refined
regional dishes. The restaurant
is set in a formal dining room
THE CHATEÂU HARKENS BACK

[above] AGED WOODEN
WALLS and beautiful gilt-framed TO THE PAST WITH ITS
oil paintings set the scene for what
will be a decadent experience of VINTAGE OIL PAINTINGS
French cuisine.
WHILE EMBRACING
[right] GUESTS WILL ENJOY
MODERNITY
WINTER 2017
A BREAK in this gorgeous sitting

room replete with classically inspired
wall art and comfy large chairs, per- WITH AMENITIES
fect for hosting conversations among
hotel visitors. EQUAL TO THAT OF
NEWER ESTABLISHMENTS.
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VACANCES
with magnificent old wood paneling

and antiques. Grand fireplaces,
chandeliers and oil paintings
complete the genteel scene. La
Distillerie offers its guests a more
casual, bistro-style ambience with a
varied menu for wide appeal.
Whether you are a Francophile
exploring sights imbued with French
history or a world traveler who
loves French style and cuisine, La
Chartreuse du Val Saint offers a
unique and unforgettable sojourn.
FRENCH STYLE
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THE MARBLE BATHROOMS
[opposite] EACH ROOM has its
own unique character. Some might be OF THE SUITES ARE
more finely decorated than others, but
every room is decorated like a castle. CERTAINLY FIT FOR A
[above] ROOMS FEATURE QUEEN, BUT EVEN THE
EXQUISITE ANTIQUE
FURNISHINGS and fine wallpaper. STANDARD ROOMS ARE
Those on the second floor peer into
romantic gardens.
WIDE AND DECORATED
LIKE THOSE IN A CASTLE.
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TRÈS CHIC
CONTEMPORARY
DESIGN is balanced
by traditional
ambiance in a dining
room that uses cool
grey tones to contrast
the chic black
table and elaborate
white architectural
ornamental moldings.
BY SARAH JANE STONE « PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROGER DAVIES/GAP INTERIORS
ELEMENTS CREATE THAT JE NE SAIS
OF QUOI OF FRENCH DESIGN

IN YOUR OWN HOME.
OPULENCE
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NO MATTER IF YOU ARE A
MEMBER OF AN ARISTOCRATIC
FAMILY OR SIMPLY A DESIGN
LOVER with a panache for French
style, the opulent stylings of Parisian
apartments and southern châteaux
aren’t just the things of dreams. Bring
home the drama of French design
with moody hues and rich accents for
one-of-a-kind beauty.
STATELY APROPOS
To create a sense of grandeur, rethink
what it takes for an element to stand
as the focal point of a room. Opt for
impressive scale and err on the side
of luxe. Architectural ornamental
moldings in the form of cornices,
crowns, ceiling medallions and layers
of trim work set the stage for a room
that is anything but ordinary. Even
a seemingly simple element such as
a curtain rod can be used to convey
beauty and elegance. Hung high
to allow for draperies to cascade
gracefully to the floorboards, use the
rod to make a statement by opting for
eye-catching finials.
GILDED GLAMOUR
The glisten of hand-painted accents
on an antique table, the gleam of
leafing on a chaise or nail head trim
on dining room chairs—a little gold
can go a long way. Along with the
high contrast of black and white, gold
accents elevate deep-hued designs by
adding elegance.
It is the fine details—sparkling trays,
intricately designed folding screens,
carefully chosen upholstery—that
make these designs truly come to life.
DEEP BLACK WALLS

IT IS THE FINE DETAILS—
create a masculine
backdrop for a room with
SPARKLING TRAYS, INTRICATELY
brooding appeal. Paired with
rich wood tones and gilded
DESIGNED FOLDING SCREENS,
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accents, the space is layered

with fresh white molding,
CAREFULLY CHOSEN
bright draperies and a
glistening chandelier.
UPHOLSTERY—THAT MAKE THESE
DESIGNS TRULY COME TO LIFE.
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TRÈS CHIC
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1. RECTANGULAR MIRRORED
DISPLAY TRAY, $30. Visit
melodymaison.co.uk.
3 2. GOLD ORNATE FRENCH-STYLE

WALL MIRROR, $60. Visit
melodymaison.co.uk.
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5 3. PALAIS IVORY AND GOLD
BEDSIDE TABLE, $390. Visit
thefrenchbedroomco.co.uk.
4. BLACK AND SILVER DAMASK

FOLDING SCREEN, $95.
Visit arthouse.com.
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5. BRONZE PILLAR CANDLE
HOLDER, $100. Visit artisanti.com.
6. CAMBRIDGE WALLPAPER
IN BONE, $155 per roll. Visit
debbiemckeegan.com.
6
8 7. EICHHOLTZ KEY LARGO
CHAIR IN CASHMERE, $445. Visit
sweetpeaandwillow.com.
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8. GOLD GILT EMMANUEL CHAIR,
$920. Visit sweetpeaandwillow.com.
9. “HELENA” BY POSKA STUDIO,

15”x 23” canvas print, $300. Visit
FRENCH STYLE
poskastudio.com.
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FOYERS ARE AN
EXCELLENT SPACE to
make a statement, as evidenced
by elaborate ornamental
moldings that take a doorway
from simple to extraordinary—
making an exquisite frame for
an already impressive duo of
gold-leafed antiques.
HIGH
CONTRAST
WINTER 2017
GO BOLD FOR TRULY

EYE-CATCHING FRENCH STYLE.
Mylans paint, pricing starts at

$30 per liter. Visit mylands.com. BLACKOUT MID WEDGEWOOD GREYSTONE BOND STREET
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CUISINE
NEVER
OUTDATED A CLASSICALLY INSPIRED FRENCH-STYLE
KITCHEN STANDS THE TEST OF TIME.
BY MICHELLE MASTRO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMY BARTLAM PHOTOGRAPHY
FRENCH STYLE IS ALWAYS IN

FASHION. Its seemingly effortless
elegance combines natural features with
Old World charm, making the look
timeless. Distressed cabinets, provincial
dining tables and marble countertops—
all hallmarks of French style—embrace
functionality while mixing materials found
in nature to construct a space that feels
collected rather than designed.
SMALL SPACES
“Our ultimate goal for this space was to
create a luxurious yet livable kitchen that
would surpass trends and feel classic and
chic for years to come,” says Kate Lester,
interior designer and owner of Kate Lester
Interiors, Los Angeles, California.
The homeowners hired Kate to assist
in giving their kitchen French flair with
modern functionality, as the original
kitchen was true to the French era in all
the wrong ways. Purchased in the 1970s,
the Los Angeles home reflected that era’s
style with its small galley kitchen, closed-
off spaces and lack of light. Kate knew she
had to create “an open-concept floor plan
FRENCH STYLE
TOILE MAY BE A POPULAR PRINT OF

where our clients could cook, dine and FRENCH STYLE, but a few hints of gingham,
entertain seamlessly in one space.” solids, stripes and florals are perfect additions to
the classic look. Auburn floral rugs run along both
sides of the room, adding a delicate touch to the
rich tone of the stained wood island.
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CUISINE
OVERSIZED SINKS maximize space

and functionality while still appealing to
French taste. Kate loves to use traditional
plumbing fixtures and fireclay farmhouse
sinks in her kitchen designs. Turning to
the classics helps keep kitchen designs
fresh well into the future.
THE PATINA of the antiqued cabinetry

adds to the warmth of the kitchen's wood
island. Ample natural light, high ceilings
and beautiful pendants keep the design
feeling fresh and welcoming.
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AUTHENTIC MATERIALS
The kitchen appears to have evolved
over time. The tumbled limestone was
not a part of the original home, but after
it was added, Kate says it felt like it had
always been there and had simply been
re-exposed.
“Going to the classics for inspiration
will always ensure longevity of design,”
Kate says. Anyone can aspire to the
look and feel of a French-style kitchen.
Farmhouse sinks and bridge faucets—
essentials of the look—are now available
at many different price points, she says.
To get the look, Kate suggests paneling
all your appliances. “There is a massive
refrigerator, freezer, dishwater and trash
area in this kitchen, but the paneling
creates the illusion they aren’t there,”
she says. Visual distractions like stainless
steel are not found in French design.
The French-style kitchen is ideal for
those desiring a lived-in look and relaxed
home filled with Parisian antiques and
European charm.
FRENCH
COOKING
KATE SHARES SOME SIMPLE TIPS TO
ACHIEVE A FRENCH-STYLE KITCHEN.
EMBRACE CHIC FUNCTIONALITY

From the French countryside to Parisian
“GOING pied-a-terres, the French know how to

embrace functionality in a chic way. A large
farmhouse sink, cabinetry with plenty of
TO THE out-of-sight storage and cabinet panels
that disguise appliances all add up to a
CLASSICS FOR hardworking kitchen that is easy on the eyes.
CREATE A VINTAGE LOOK

INSPIRATION An antiqued finish on cabinetry provides an
air of prestige and age—as if they’ve stood this
WILL ALWAYS stylish and beautiful for years. Pair this finish
with other patina-donning accents, such as
oil-rubbed bronze hardware and antiqued
ENSURE mirror cabinet panels.
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LONGEVITY PULL FROM NATURE

The French are known for mixing natural
OF DESIGN.”
materials with traditional flair. Incorporate
elements such as stone, brass, wood and
marble for a warm, welcoming and well-
layered design.
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REGAL IN RED, this sitting room
shows a few of François and Hedwige’s
contemporary additions to the home’s
interior design. Carefully selected
clean-lined sofas are flanked by ornate
armchairs and blend seamlessly with
the space’s crimson theme.
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FAMILY
Heirlooms
A 15TH-CENTURY CHÂTEAU STANDS AS PROOF OF
A FAMILY’S COMMITMENT TO PRESERVING TRUE
FRENCH GRANDEUR.
Written by Lucrezia Vozza and Sarah Jane Stone
Photography by Lucrezia Vozza

C
CHÂTEAU DES BRIOTTIÈRES,
NESTLED IN THE ANJOU REGION
OF FRANCE, has belonged to the same
family for six generations. The castle’s
history spans nearly six centuries—
stretching out like an Alexandre Dumas
novel, spanning revolution and loss, and
with a character list as complex as that
of “The Count of Monte Cristo.”
FAMILY HISTORY
The story of the Château des
Briottières dates back to the early 15th
century, when it belonged to the Mergot
family. The wife of the castle’s second
owner added a chapel dedicated to
Saint Bonaventure. The estate was later
handed to Guillaume Lesrat, a general
lieutenant, who kept the property
until the revolution. Sons and cousins
continuously passed down the home until
it was eventually given to Monique de
Mieulle. Only after this did the castle fall
into the hands of its current landlords—
Monique’s son, François de Valbray and
his wife, Hedwige, who moved to the
castle in 1979.
MOST OF THE
FURNISHINGS
AT CHÂTEAU DES
BRIOTTIÈRES ARE
PIECES THAT
HAVE LONG BEEN
FRENCH STYLE
IN THE FAMILY’S
POSSESSION.
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François and Hedwige emulate all the spent years reviving Château des Briottières.
elements of an authentic French bien vivre.
Their large family, which consists of six children REJUVENATING DESIGN
FRENCH STYLE
and two grandchildren, are their greatest Long before François and Hedwige started
passion—followed by the castle, travel, good planning how they would refresh the home’s
food and wine, and the theater. interior design, they focused on making essential
“It was with my wife that I decided to revive upgrades and repairs. Their biggest projects
the property and open it to guests,” François included rebuilding the château’s roof and
says. In order to make that happen, the couple installing an all-electric central heating system.
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WHEN IT CAME TIME TO PUT
THEIR OWN TOUCH ON THE
CASTLE’S INTERIOR DESIGN ,
CASUAL ONLY IN COMPARISON to

other sitting rooms at Château des Briottières,
FRANÇOIS AND HEDWIGE
this green entertaining space still exudes a
sense of stately elegance and sophistication, WERE INSPIRED BY THE
thanks to original architectural elements,
dramatic curtains and fine details. 18TH CENTURY—BUT WITH A
CONTEMPORARY TOUCH.

PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION
are priorities handed down from one
generation of the castle’s caretakers to the
next, as evidenced in the grand hall—where
refinished antiques, cabinets and furnishings
are showcased.
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SET FOR ENTERTAINING, the dining
room can comfortably seat many guests.
For grand parties, an array of small tables
provides intimacy and ample seating, while an
exquisitely long antique dining table can easily
welcome François and Hedwige’s large family.
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“WE LIVE IN THE
CASTLE; WE DID NOT
WANT THE DWELLING
TO APPEAR AS
A HOTEL, BUT
TO HAVE A FAMILY
ATMOSPHERE.”
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Most of the furnishings at
Château des Briottières are pieces
that have long been in the family’s
possession. Over the years,
many of the pieces have been
restructured by expert cabinet
makers and craftsmen. To ensure
the heirlooms would be intact for
future generations, François and
Hedwige continued this work.
However, when it came to making
certain style choices, the couple
erred ever-so-slightly on the side
of modern livability.
“We live in the castle; we
did not want the dwelling to
appear as a hotel, but to have
a family atmosphere,” François
says. This desire is shown in the
couple’s choice of fabrics for
their reupholstering projects, for
which they turned to high-quality
materials and designs from Pierre
Frey, Rubelli and Lelievre.
PRESERVATION AND
PERSONALITY
To put their personal touch
on the castle’s interior design,
François and Hedwige were
inspired by the 18th century—
but with a contemporary touch.
They added a slight twist to the
traditional design through their
selection of accessories such as
lamps, pillows and canapés (sofas).
The rooms are furnished as
private apartments, each with a
magnificent view of the expansive
TRADITIONAL STYLE
ABOUNDS in one of the castle’s
guest bedrooms, where François
and Hedwige used custom-made
wallpaper and fabric to swath the
room in both elegance and charm.
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landscape that surrounds
the castle.
François sees the collection of
French furniture that fills every corner
of the house as a living monument
to France’s history. “This could only
have happened thanks to the many
generations of my family who have
lived in this place,” he says.
After 600 years of owners, Château
des Briottières still stands as a beautiful
estate surrounded by a superb plot of
100 well-landscaped acres.
CHÂTEAU DES BRIOTTIÈRES’S

15th-century beauty stands strong
today, with elements like roughhewn
beams gently reflecting the home’s
longstanding history. Paired with a
refurbished cast-iron, claw-foot tub
framed with sweeping curtains and a
gilded mirror, the master bath brings
Old World beauty to the 21st century.

SET ON 100 ACRES OF LUSH
LANDSCAPING, Château des
AFTER 600 YEARS Briottières’s many windows and French
doors allow owners François and
OF OWNERS, Hedwige to take full advantage of
CHÂTEAU DES
their idyllic setting. A second-story
balcony with a shaded patio below
BRIOTTIÈRES and numerous garden seating

arrangements bring ease to casual
STILL STANDS outdoor entertaining.
AS A BEAUTIFUL
ESTATE
SURROUNDED BY
A SUPERB PLOT
OF 100 WELL-
LANDSCAPED
ACRES.
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FRENCH
á la MODE
CAN A HOME WITH ELEGANT FRENCH
STYLING BE MADE FUNCTIONAL FOR A
FAMILY OF FOUR AND THEIR THREE DOGS?
O
BY Autumn Krause
PHOTOGRAPHY BY John Magor Photography
ON THE SURFACE, IT MIGHT

SEEM LIKE QUITE A
CHALLENGE: Design a French-
styled home that’s full of life and
compatible for a young family
with two children and three large
dogs. But for Elizabeth Cabell of
Cabell Design Studio, it was a
chance to explore the intersection
of functionality and aesthetics—
all with French flair.
“The client desired an interior
that reflected the French styling of
the home, but did not want to create
FRENCH STYLE
a museum interior or one that was

off limits to her children and pets,”
Elizabeth says. With her expert eye
and understanding of both French
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THESE MAGNIFICENT DOORS
were purchased by the builder from an
old château auction in France. They are
carved with typical French motifs of
parterres and cartouches, and have been
finished with gadrooning rope borders.
They hint at the French design that plays
out just beyond them inside the dining
room, where wall panels, interior doors
and an entire clockmakers millwork
display case give the room a dose of je
ne sais quoi.

“THE CLIENT DESIRED AN
INTERIOR THAT REFLECTED
THE FRENCH STYLING OF THE
HOME BUT DID NOT WANT TO
CREATE A MUSEUM INTERIOR
OR ONE THAT WAS OFF
LIMITS TO HER CHILDREN
AND PETS.”
style and the importance of accommo-

dating family life, Elizabeth transformed
a four-story Charlotte, North Carolina,
estate into an artful, grounded home
that reflects the spirit of the family that
inhabits it.
GRACIOUS LIVING
To start, the living room was an empty
shell with glorious ceilings and wood
floors, and lots of doors. “This room
was loaded with doors,” Elizabeth says.
“Doors to the family room, doors to the
entrance and doors to the exterior poor-
house.” In order to balance these entries
and exits, Elizabeth knew all the furni-
ture would have to be floated, and she
decided to permanently close off one of
the arches leading into the family room
with a pair of French pharmacy doors
that she and the homeowners discovered
on an antiquing trip in Pennsylvania.
“Closing off this opening allowed for the
FRENCH PHARMACY DOORS, a living room to become its own space and
soft blue palette and a variety of antiques added the right scale to the ground level
give the living room a warm, yet distinctly of this room,” Elizabeth says.
historic, feel. The owners decided to take a With the room balanced, a color
trip to Northern Italy during the middle of scheme inspired by tones found in
the design development stage and found an antique Aubusson rug was imple-
themselves antiquing for their home. mented—muted blues, roses, beige and
“Despite the time-zone differences, we
a bit of gold—along with 12-foot-tall
were rapid-fire texting during their tour
custom draperies and a variety of
for confirmation of dimensions, textiles,
exquisite antiques. A white fireplace
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colors and quality on all their purchases,”

Elizabeth says. “I love adding antiques to mantel that the homeowners inherited
projects as they add a timelessness and with the house was used for the focal
uniqueness that is unparalleled. We were point of the room and an old choir stall
supremely lucky that the shipment arrived was repurposed as a bar, making for
in time and with minimal damage.” easy and elegant entertaining.
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TWELVE-FOOT-TALL
DRAPERIES add dimension
to the living room. “We had them
fabricated for the room,” Elizabeth says. “They
are a traditional silk design with butterflies
and flowers on a pale blue background.”
She had them lined with a heavy fringe
and double interlining to add weight
and protect them against the sun.
“They are simply gorgeous,” she says.
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THIS CHAIR IS NEW AND
STURDY but classically French, with
its Old World Weavers silk lampas fabric.
“It’s by Hickory Chair,” Elizabeth says.
“It was a splurge purchase!”
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FRENCH STYLE
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MASTER OF THE BATH “SINCE THIS BATHROOM HAS
While the master bathroom’s tub,
tile and windows were all in place SUCH HIGH CEILINGS, IT WAS
when Elizabeth was brought on, the
space was in need of some fluidity
A PRIORITY TO SOFTEN THE
and proportion. ROOM AND ADD PRIVACY SO
“Since this bathroom has such
high ceilings, it was a priority to ITS SCALE COULD BECOME
soften the room and add privacy
so its scale could become more
MORE HUMAN.”
human,” Elizabeth says.
Adding high, heavy draperies and
large, soft furnishings lowered the
ceiling, added sound control and
brought the focus of the room to a
more personal, intimate level.
Elizabeth oversaw the installation
of draperies and Austrian shades.
She also selected a plush Hickory
Chair ottoman upholstered in a
traditional damask weave and a
lounge chair upholstered in
decadent Vervain fabric from
Barry Dixon to give the bathroom a
chic feel and ample seating options.
With these touches, the master
bathroom is a sophisticated yet
inviting retreat for the homeowners
after a busy day parenting.
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FUNCTIONALITY MEETS STYLE

IN THE KITCHEN. A custom
hanging pot rack is efficient yet visually
pleasing, while zinc countertops age
beautifully with use and time. “The
owners use this room as a hub for
their two children,” Elizabeth says. It’s
durable against sticky fingers and small
hands.
“THE PRIORITIES FOR THE

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MASTER BATHROOM were softness

and scale,” Elizabeth says. “Soft draperies
and furnishings do just that.”
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FRENCH STYLE
ELIZABETH DESCRIBES THIS BLUE

BEDROOM AS COZY, feminine, French, simple,
elegant and unexpected. With its romantic details and
use of antiques, it’s easy for guests to feel like Marie
Antoinette when staying here.
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A TAPESTRY FROM A RETAIL
STORE IN CHARLOTTE adds the perfect
amount of interest to this wall. Elizabeth also
used tapestries in other areas of the home.
“Lots of empty wall space in the residence’s
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vast rooms, paired with high ceilings, were

ideal for tapestries,” she says. “Tapestries are
intended to add warmth, sound control, color,
texture, pattern and art to rooms, and this
home was perfect for them.”
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PRINCESS BLUE
Elizabeth particularly loves the blue
bedroom. “It is a true reflection of
my design aesthetic,” she says. “I
was given free reign here and was
simply told to work with the Aubus-
son rug, which came to this project
via another home of the owners.
From there, it was all go, go, go!”
An ash bed made by French
Heritage, with its simple carvings
on the head and footboard, adds a
touch of French country style to the
room, balancing the other luxurious
details, like the ornate canopy. “The
room is decidedly feminine in its
expression,” Elizabeth says. “We
fabricated the canopy for the bed,
to the delight of the homeowner
wife. The boys and husband weren’t
as excited, but she and I were just
in fits over it. After all, who doesn’t
want to be a princess—if even for
one day?”
To complete the room, Elizabeth
added in a chair and screen found
at an antiques store. The screen
features a whitewash finish and
beautiful, old carved wood, while
the chair, with its original velvet
damask covering worn through in
several places, emanates a sense of
history and romance. A tapestry
with a light aesthetic and just the
right colors was styled in a beauti-
ful tableau with two antique cane
chairs purchased in Italy, creating a
small sitting area for guests to enjoy.
With her own appreciation of the
French aesthetic and understanding
of a family’s need for functionality,
Elizabeth created the perfect blend
of the two.
THE FIVE-BEDROOM, four-story

home and its grounds feature iconic
French elements, including a fish pond, a
wooden car bridge over the pond, elegant
cypress plantings and a mulched car
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park. The homeowners feel like they are

strolling around a French country estate.
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CLASSIC
BEAUTY
A HISTORIC HOME IN RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, STAYS TRUE TO ITS
ROOTS WITH REFRESHED GEORGIAN REVIVAL INTERIORS.
By Shelby Deering
U
Photography by Björn Wallander/Otto
UPON FIRST LOOKING AT CANTERBURY,

constructed in stately brick and residing in Richmond,
Virginia’s Windsor Farms neighborhood, it’s apparent that
the Colonial-style home belongs on the Eastern seaboard.
Designed by renowned architect William Bottomley
in the early 1930s, it was recently in need of care and
restoration to repair over eight decades of wear and tear.
That’s when interior designer Suzanne Kasler was brought
in to work her magic.
Suzanne started her interior design firm 20 years ago,
focusing on residential design in Atlanta, Georgia,
and beyond. “I found that in the South there is such an
influence of amazing architects and designers who focus
on classical design,” she says. “What I brought was a
modern aesthetic with a foundation of tradition that really
seems to resonate.”
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RESEMBLING SOMETHING OUT OF A MOVIE, the spiral

staircase can only be described as dramatic. The Swedish antique
gilt chair was reupholstered in Andrew du Dauphine rose silk.
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SWATHED IN A
DREAMY BLUE
HUE, this space directly
off of the dining room
comprises the largest
room in the house. “We
designed part of the space
to serve as a gallery that
leads out to the loggia,”
Suzanne says.
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FRENCH
ANTIQUES,
CONTEMPORARY
PIECES AND
CUSTOM
DESIGNS BLEND
SEAMLESSLY IN
EVERY ROOM,
CREATING
AN AIR OF
SOPHISTICATION
AND ELEGANCE.
REVIVING GRANDEUR
William was commissioned
to create the grand home in
the midst of the Depression—
which was not an easy task.
The interiors were decidedly
“economical,” and it is said
that they didn’t display his
trademark flair. Suzanne,
alongside Madison Spencer
Architects, not only paid
homage to the history of the
interiors, but made them even
more glorious through stunning
décor and modern details.
“It was a two-year project.
There was an addition, and the
house was completely restored
and renovated,” Suzanne says.
“Madison Spencer Architects
and our team worked to
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maintain the original character

of the home, but brought it up
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to today’s standards of living.”

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A MULTITUDE OF DÉCOR SOURCES
helped furnish the refined dining room.
Antiques, contemporary pieces with classic
sensibilities and custom creations combine
for a luxurious space. A longtime favorite
paint of Suzanne’s, Limoges Blue from Dulux,
graces the walls. “It was applied in five coats
with a strie technique,” she says.

TO ENHANCE THE
GILDED DETAILS AND
GRANDEUR OF THE
HOME, SUZANNE CHOSE
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LAVISH LIGHTING TO
PUNCTUATE THE SPACES.
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Overlooking the James River from a nearby collections, we brought in French influences
bluff, the home showcases key features of the through gilded Parisian tables, dressmaker
Georgian Revival style—the Colonial shape, details and a very French color palette.”
an elegant doorway and symmetry. Apart from the pieces that come from the
“The house exhibits the Georgian homeowners’ personal collection, much of
Revival character and impeccable brickwork the décor is made up of antiques. “Many of
employed throughout William Bottomley’s the antique pieces came from William Word
work in Richmond,” Suzanne says. Fine Antiques and Parc Monceau Antiques,
Ltd., both in Atlanta,” Suzanne says.
To enhance the gilded details and grandeur
INFUSING FRENCH ELEGANCE of the home, she chose lavish lighting to
FRENCH STYLE
Georgian Revival elements prevail in the punctuate the spaces.

interiors as well, with the artwork and décor “We went to Maurice Chandelier to find
juxtaposed with French design inspiration. the beautiful Baccarat chandelier in the
“The clients have a collection of many entryway,” Suzanne says. “There are antique
continental and antique paintings,” Suzanne sconces, beautiful lighting from Vaughan
says. “By layering in the pieces from their
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THE KITCHEN IS
LUXURIOUS YET INVITING,
with pewter pendant lights,
custom cabinets, Calcutta Viola
countertops and a striking tile
backsplash. The barstools add a
welcoming feel to the space.
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DISTINCTLY BAROQUE,
Canterbury’s drawing room showcases
an opulent Louis XVI giltwood mirror set
above an equally sophisticated table.
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THE MASTER BEDROOM Designs in England and another chandelier from
takes a masterful approach to décor, John Rosselli. It is a mixture of antique and new.”
complete with a plush canopy. “The Canterbury is standing a little taller and sturdier
Bunny Williams hourglass table along these days, thanks to this head-to-toe renovation:
with the details and finishes of the bed restored rooms, a new kitchen—even the basement
and benches add the gilded touches bunker and boiler rooms were converted into a
seen throughout the house—but it is
wine vault and art room.
dressed down with simple but elegant
If Canterbury was grand before, it’s now
white bedding,” Suzanne says.
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even more elaborately beautiful after its

extensive transformation.
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DESPITE BEING
A DEPRESSION-
ERA HOME,
CANTERBURY
FEATURES
A TIMELESS
DISPLAY OF
OPULENCE
AND STYLE.

LOOKING VERY MUCH LIKE A ROOM set in a country manor,
the sitting room presents a classic color palette, sumptuous curtains,
a traditional Oriental rug and a distinctive painting over the mantel:
“Grouse and Black Game Shooting,” created by George Horlor in 1859.

IN THE LOGGIA, AN OPEN-AIR SITTING
AREA, Suzanne used white furniture to create an
inviting seating area that blurs the lines between the
interior and the garden.

“BY LAYERING IN
THE PIECES FROM
[THE HOMEOWNER’S]
COLLECTION, WE
BROUGHT IN FRENCH
INFLUENCES THROUGH
GILDED PARISIAN
TABLES, DRESSMAKER
DETAILS AND A
FRENCH STYLE
VERY FRENCH
COLOR PALETTE.”
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BUILT IN THE EARLY 1930s, Canterbury exhibits the
magnificence of a bygone era. It stands as a beloved fixture in
Richmond’s Windsor Farms neighborhood.

A Senseof
TIMELESSNESS
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A 1920S HOME HONORS CLASSIC DESIGN STYLES
AND ITS STORIED HISTORY.
By Shelby Deering
Photography by Francesco Lagnese/Otto
THE LIVING ROOM

seamlessly brings together
modern and bygone eras,
featuring a large, dreamy
painting created by Agustin
Hurtado, plush furnishings and
a room-sized Oriental rug. Miles
describes the styling as “high-
style traditional decorating.”

S SOME HOMES CAN TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY,
AND BOXWOOD IS ONE OF THEM. Sitting on five
quiet acres in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta,
Georgia, this elegant estate was built in 1929 by the
city’s most famous architect, Philip Shutze. Surrounded
by fragrant boxwood gardens, the home could just as
easily reside in a Parisian suburb.
REFRESH
Rendered in the Georgian style of architecture with
“THE FRENCH
HAVE BEEN
GREAT
DECORATORS
SINCE
DECORATING
Chinese influences woven throughout, the estate was BECAME A
built in the heyday of the ’20s for the McRae family,
who gave the home its fitting name. As the years went
PROFESSION.”
on, the home was in need of a refresh, and that’s when
interior designer Miles Redd was brought on to com-
plete the project. An Atlanta native, it was a personal
dream come true to work on the Boxwood estate.
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“Boxwood was my favor-
ite house as a child, so I was
thrilled when I got to decorate
it,” he says. “I lived nearby,
and we would drive by it and
try to look inside.” As he grew
his career, Miles studied under
some of the best in the indus-
try, working as an assistant
to designers Bunny Williams
and John Rosselli. Miles also
served as the creative director
at Oscar de la Renta Home for
10 years.
“I grew up in the South and
have a nod to traditionalism
in my work, but I have been
working in New York for the
last 20-odd years.” Miles says
his mentors inspired his style,
which he describes as “tradi-
tionalism with some fantasy
and drama mixed in.”
MODERN AND
HISTORIC
The Boxwood project, which
took three years to complete,
maintained many of the
aspects that were unmistakably
Shutze. The signature details
are the perfect proportions—
grand yet cozy. But this
house is unique in his oeuvre,
which is mostly Italianate,
a Neo-Renaissance form
of architecture.
While staying true to the
home’s historic features, the
designer provided much-
needed updates to it.
“The bathrooms and kitchen
were all gutted and redone to
come up to modern times,”
Miles says.
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ALL THE CURTAINS IN THE HOME were custom-made,

including these floral curtains in Robert Kime fabric that add a pop of
pattern to the library. They pair well with the sophisticated color palette
and traditional chairs.
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“The original bathrooms felt a
little dated,” he says. “Bathrooms
have come a long way since 1929,
and while nice for a house of
this quality, they did not hold up
to today’s standards. We tried
to make them look like they
had been there since the house
was built.”
The designer relied upon
several sources when sourcing the
décor: a mix of antiques shops,
auctions and custom-made pieces.
“Christie’s, Sotheby’s, Gerald
Bland, John Rosselli and Nial
Smith, to name a few,” Miles says.
A TOUCH OF CHINA
In the home, Miles married
classic and clever through tradi-
tional touches and inspirations
from the East.
“Chinese works with every-
thing, and we wanted to reference
the Chinese motifs inside that are
used outside, like the zinc pagoda
over the side door, so that the
interior had the same pastiche as
the exterior.” Miles enjoys work-
ing with Chinese themes because
of the style’s versatility. “It is very
clean and simple usually, and
has a modern feel. That is why it
works with a lot.”
Although there are several
design approaches represented
throughout the estate, many traits
are intrinsically French. “French
design is in the attitude of interi-
[opposite] ors, which is really a mix that the
PUNCTUATED BY CLASSIC COLUMNS, the French developed,” Miles says.
opulent morning room allows for soft breezes and “The French have been great
unobstructed garden views. The painted Chinoiserie decorators since decorating
mural is original to the home, and custom-made became a profession.”
animal-print chairs add visual interest to the space.
As long as French design reigns,
FRENCH STYLE
the Boxwood estate won’t be

THE BREAKFAST ROOM is a breath of fresh air, going out of style.
marked by its baby-blue striped fabric covering the walls,
made by Bennison Fabrics. The glass, old-fashioned light
fixture is a find from London’s Mallett Antiques.
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MILES DESCRIBES
HIS STYLE AS
“TRADITIONALISM
WITH SOME
FANTASY AND
DRAMA MIXED IN.”
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THE LADIES’ BATHROOM in the his-and-hers
master bath spotlights beautiful fashion illustrations
collected by the homeowner set against ornate blue
floral wallpaper crafted by Schumacher. A tray of
perfume completes the look for a French feel.
THE MASTER MEN’S BATHROOM takes a

strong, solid turn in floor-to-ceiling marble, which
Miles identifies as Calcutta Emerald marble, known
for its smoky gray detailing.
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THE MASTER BEDROOM is fit for French
royalty, with its crystal chandelier (a treasure
the homeowners discovered), supple bedding,
patterned carpeting and the crème de la crème:
a satin canopy in delicate blue. To recreate a
canopy like this, Redd says, “You’ll need a good
upholsterer and curtain maker.”
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THE SIGNATURE DETAILS
ARE THE PERFECT
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PROPORTIONS—GRAND
YET COZY.
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A MULTIUSE SPACE THAT ACTS AS A DEN, office and TV room is eye-catching in top-
to-bottom vibrant reds and golds. Inspired by a room Albert Hadley designed for Brooke Astor,
the gold striping is brass set against red lacquer. It was added in lieu of a guest room.
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THE
CHARACTERISTICALLY
GEORGIAN BOXWOOD
peacefully oversees its five
acres of gardens, including
its eponymous plantings—
boxwood shrubs—not unlike
the same landscaping seen at
Versailles.
[opposite]
AN IDYLLIC SPOT for
sunrise breakfasts and
evening nightcaps, a table and
chairs sits amid green ivy,
deep-rooted trees and grand
archways.
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French
REVERIE AN EXQUISITE HOME FILLED WITH ANTIQUE AND
FRENCH-INSPIRED FURNISHINGS IS A
MODERN-DAY TAKE ON MARIE ANTOINETTE’S
PETIT TRIANON.
By Autumn Krause
Photography by Jack Thompson
FRENCH STYLE
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FOR THE LADIES’ ROOM, designer Courtnay Tartt Elias was inspired
by the fact that the homeowner loves to drink champagne with her friends.
“I thought this was the perfect place for them, off of the kitchen,” she says.
All the furniture was in a warehouse the owner had, so Courtnay was able to
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handpick and fit the pieces together.

THE LIVING ROOM is an exquisite
retreat, brimming with restored
antiques and bespoke draperies.

W
WHEN COURTNAY TARTT ELIAS,
PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AND OWNER
OF CREATIVE TONIC, was selected
to design a remodel of a classic Georgian
1939 Broadacres home in Houston, Texas,
she was presented with an exciting—and
unique—project: to utilize an extensive
collection of antique French and French-
inspired furnishings and lighting. These
items had originally been purchased for a
new home that was still in the architectural
planning phase; the Broadacres home was
intended to be a provisional residence
while another home was completed.
However, once Courtnay presented her
vision for the “temporary” home’s design,
things changed.
[left]
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EACH PIECE OF FURNITURE WAS

RETOUCHED, rebuilt and reupholstered in
luscious fabrics, including this dreamy pink
velvet daybed, which, in addition to the textile,
features metallic-gold trim and tassels from
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Samuel and Sons.

“The Francophile homeowner fell
so in love that the new construction
project was soon abandoned,”
Courtnay says. She embarked on a
creative journey steeped in history,
finding places for the beloved antiques
in rooms inspired by their rich origins.
A DRESSING EXPERIENCE
Marie Antoinette’s Petit Trianon
château inspired the ‘hers’ custom
master-closet suite (a series of halls
and small rooms were transformed
into separate ‘his’ and ‘hers’ bath
and closet areas). Courtnay took
three rooms and a small closet,
and opened everything up to
accommodate a gracious dressing
room and bathing space.
“I renovated the entire space so
the homeowner could have the full
dressing experience here,” Courtnay
says. “She loves to drink champagne,
so the room is designed in champagne
tones.” Custom-mixed Sherwin-
Williams paint was used to create an
ethereal feel, while hand-glazed and
THE MINUTE COURTNAY SAW THE CHAISE LOUNGE

the homeowner had purchased, she said, “I knew it was
perfectly scaled for the bay window in the dining room.” It was
upholstered in the same silk velvet fabric as the chairs, tying it
into the dining-room set.
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WHILE THE KITCHEN WASN’T REMODELED, it
was entirely resurfaced, giving it a new twist. New
Waterstone faucets were added and cabinets were
hand-painted with floral motifs. A pewter island
from Savannah, Georgia, was installed along with a
unique, unlacquered brass faucet.

“I ALWAYS KEEP
FUNCTIONALITY IN
MIND, ESPECIALLY
WITH KITCHENS.”
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A WINDOW SEAT ACROSS FROM
THE BAR makes for a cozy gathering spot
and is the perfect place to have a drink. The
‘screens’ flanking it are metal pieces sourced
by the homeowner. Courtnay had them fitted
onto custom wine refrigerators that border the
window seat.

gilded details by Segreto Finishes added
romantic beauty to the dressing-room walls,
bathing area and closet. Since no dressing
area is complete without a vanity, Courtnay
designed one complete with a small
Herbeau faucet.
“I love to put little makeup sinks in
vanities,” she says. “You don’t have to get
up and rinse your hands across the room
when you have makeup on your fingers.
It’s all part of the dressing experience.”
Antiqued-gold mirrors, Sheryl Wagner
fixtures, Thassos marble, French-styled
built-ins, shoe cabinets fitted with bespoke
brass and acrylic toe-stops and Swarovski
crystal-studded hardware combine to create
the ultimate feminine sanctuary.
DINING IN OPULENCE
Dining is an opulent affair in the luxuriously
appointed dining room. Natural light
reflects off a variety of exquisite textiles and
finishes from an expansive bay window that
was original to the home. “It’s one of my
favorite rooms,” Courtnay says.
To start, the floors were torn out and
replaced with a new Versailles-patterned
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THE BAR was lined in hand-silvered antique mirror,

cut and installed to illuminate the walls.
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WITH PLENTY OF NATURAL LIGHT
and the tiny Herbeau sink to wash her hands,
the homeowner has everything she needs for
flawless makeup application at her vanity. Courtnay
envisioned this area as being a feminine place
for bonding. “I wanted the homeowner to have a
beautiful vanity where she could sit with her friends
and young daughter,” she says.
FRENCH STYLE
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“I LOVE TO
PUT LITTLE
MAKEUP SINKS
IN VANITIES. YOU
DON’T HAVE TO
GET UP AND RINSE
YOUR HANDS
ACROSS THE
ROOM WHEN YOU
HAVE MAKEUP ON
YOUR FINGERS.
IT’S ALL PART OF
THE DRESSING
EXPERIENCE.”
IN ORDER TO
TRANSFORM THE
1930s GEORGIAN
HOME INTO AN
ELEGANT FRENCH
ABODE, Courtnay turned
to Versailles and Marie
Antoinette’s Petit Trianon
for ideas. She started by
creating a fanciful ‘hers’
bathroom and closet,
accomplishing her vision
with custom cabinets from
Accent Cabinets, a beautiful
white Calcutta marble floor
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and white Thassos marble

counters. The beautiful
bathroom served as an
inspirational template. “The
rest of the home flowed from
there,” Courtnay says.
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THE HOMEOWNERS WANTED
THE MONOGRAMMED BED and
cornice headboard from their previous
residence to be incorporated into the
bedroom design. “It was a hard fit,
because the ceilings in this 1930s home
were lower on the second floor,” Courtnay
says. She balanced the proportions by
finding “a beautiful peach silk and
creating window draperies to tie
everything together.”
walnut floor made from reclaimed

materials and refinished for a perfect
Old World look. Courtnay hand-
selected custom White River molding
inspired by Versailles. She also
worked closely with Accent Cabinets
on the design of the French-detailed
paneling that covers the walls and
lends visual depth to the space.
But what really commands one’s
attention are the Louis XVI hand-
painted gilt-wood dining chairs
upholstered in lavender Fortuny
fabric and backed in iridescent,
two-tone single monograms on
Scalamandre silk velvet. “I designed
the ‘J’ monogram and covered the
fonts in a gorgeous fabric from
Venice, Italy,” Courtnay says. A
decadent antique chandelier dripping
in crystals from the homeowner’s
personal collection is the finishing
touch in the exquisite dining room.
AN ELEGANT SPACE FOR

ENTERTAINING
The elegant living room features
gold-trimmed and tasseled bolsters,
a crystal chandelier and sconces, and
a massive carved mirror. Ball-gown
draperies, hung from handmade gilt
rods with floral finials, were edged
by a local artisan in full-length,
embroidered panels using metallic-
FRENCH STYLE
gold thread and shades of rose.

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PALE-PINK NURSERY FURNISHINGS
were refitted to the Georgian home. “We used
some of the pieces from the baby’s preexisting
nursery and cut things down to fit,” Courtnay
says. The result is a sweet little room for a sweet
little baby, all done up in the softest blushes,
ivories and golds.
FRENCH STYLE
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THE SUNROOM IS
RICH IN MANUEL
CANOVAS'
LAVENDER and
white embroidered
linen and completed
with a variety
of antiques.
“They flow beautifully into the Yonaty pink velvet with metallic-gold
Versailles-patterned walnut floors and trim and tassels from Samuel and Sons,”
complement the antique-white marble Courtnay says. The dense, tactile fabric
mantel purchased exclusively for the and romantic color add a vivacious energy
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home,” Courtnay says. A daybed was to the room creating the perfect place for
selected from the homeowner’s collection guests to linger and chat for hours.
to complete the room. While it had After 13 months of planning, executing
a fabulous shape and history, it was and dreaming in French, Creative Tonic’s
in desperate need of restoration. “I vision helped realize a beautiful maison for
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completely remade it in a gorgeous Janet the homeowner and her family.

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HISTORICAL
AMBIANCE
A COUNTRY HOME’S COLORFUL PAST IS REVIVED
WITH INTENTIONAL DESIGN, ATTENTION TO DETAIL
AND A LOVE FOR PRESERVATION.
By GAP Interiors and Sarah Jane Stone
Photography by Tria Giovan/GAP Interiors
COLLECTED ACROSS EUROPE, the United States and locally,

homeowner Barry Dixon’s furnishings tell the story of a well-loved
estate. French influences reign in every space, thanks to antique
armchairs, urns and an array of exquisitely detailed chandeliers.
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“IT MUST BE SHARED; IT
FRENCH STYLE
WOULD FEEL CRIMINAL TO

KEEP THIS PLACE ALL TO
ONE’S SELF.”
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TO VISIT ELWAY HALL IN
VIRGINIA IS TO TAKE A STEP
BACK IN TIME, to a place where
people gathered in excitement before
heading out for the hunt, formal dinners
were set with countless fine dishes, and
opulence was ever in vogue.
When interior designer Barry Dixon
and his partner Michael Schmidt, who
has since passed, made the leap from
city life in Washington, DC, to the
stunning Virginia hunt countryside
in 1999, they fell in love with Elway
Hall. The 1907 Edwardian-style house
boasts 10 bedrooms and 17 fireplaces,
and a history the couple desired to see
preserved. As they settled into their new
home, the couple sought to celebrate its
rich ancestry while still enjoying it as the
setting for modern life.
LEARNING FROM THE PAST

Barry considers it an honor to be
Elway Hall’s current custodian.
“I felt I needed to listen to the house
as so much has happened here over the
years,” he says. “It is in the heart of the
Virginia hunt country, so there have
been huge parties here—hunt breakfasts,
weddings and massive family gatherings.
Each room had a purpose and a name,
and I wanted to acknowledge this, but at
the same time modernize it and make it
a livable space for us.”
Barry’s passion for the house, its
history and its community is apparent in
the stunning attention to detail in each
room, passageway and hidden nook.
Since arriving, Barry has been
collecting stories about Elway Hall [opposite] NO TWO ROOMS ARE TREATED THE
SAME, which highlights each space’s unique elements.
from the local community. With each
“I painted the cornices and moldings in the music room,
new tale, he has grown not only in as it had a formal feel to it that I felt needed highlighting,
his desire to preserve and steward the whereas I wanted the grand hall to feel more welcoming
property, but to share the space as often and less formal, so I used muted tones on the moldings,
as possible. Under its latest caretaker, matching the walls to create a softer feel,” Barry explains.
Elway Hall has hosted a wedding and
charity events, and has designated Barry
as the grand entertainer for family OLD AND NEW, TOWN AND COUNTRY, masculine
2017
gatherings. “It must be shared; it would and feminine—each style lives harmoniously at Elway Hall.
feel criminal to keep this place all to Without making any structural changes, Barry managed to
WINTER
one’s self.” create a home that brims with creativity and personality.
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CREATIVE
THINKING
WITH PRESERVATION IN MIND, THESE CLEVER
TRICKS RENOVATED THE HOME’S FLOOR
PLAN WITHOUT MAKING ANY PERMANENT
ALTERATIONS.
When Barry and Michael moved into Elway Hall,

they were keenly aware of the hierarchy in which
the home was originally designed. Looking to meet
their more modern needs, they didn’t want any room
to be more important than another. So, the couple
made the decision to remove some of the home’s
interior doors to open up the space.
“We wrapped each of the doors up carefully to store

them for future owners to use if they wanted to
restore the space to its original form,” Barry says.
They also changed the intended use of some of the

rooms, swapping the furniture in the dining room
and small parlor to create a more intimate dining
area, which, in turn, gave them more space for their
lounge and offered more convenient access to the
butler’s pantry and kitchen.
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CURATED FROM
FRANCE, ENGLAND
AND THE UNITED
STATES, ANTIQUE
FURNISHINGS
PAIRED WITH LUSH
FABRICS CREATE
AN OPULENT
AIR, FITTING
FOR THE HOME’S
HISTORICAL
PRESENCE.
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BARRY SEES ELWAY HALL AS
A PIECE OF HISTORY THAT
FRENCH STYLE
MUST BE PRESERVED AND

CARED FOR, BUT MUST ALSO
CONTINUE TO EVOLVE.
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BALANCINGAct A DESIGNER MIXES SHIMMERING GLAMOUR
WITH DISTRESSED ANTIQUE PIECES IN HER 1939
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA, HOME.
By Emily Irby
Styled by Charmean Neithart
Photography by Erika Bierman Photography
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THE GLASS COFFEE
TABLE keeps the room
airy and allows people to
see the ornate Pakistani
rug underneath.
t
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FROM THE CLAY HORSE HER DAUGHTER materials all work together symbiotically. The matte
MADE TO ORNATE QUEEN ANNE DESKS, furniture, like the buff leather couch, complements the
interior designer Charmean Neithart proves that metallic designs of the pillows.
French style can be elegant while still allowing your
house to feel like a home. She shares her tips on how SHABBY AND CHIC
to create a balanced room. A chipping bust of Diana the Huntress thrifted in
the garden section of an antiques shop sits atop an
LIGHT AND DARK ornate French marquetry desk, illustrating the kind of
“Whatever your palette is, anchor it with black,” juxtaposition that makes this living room unique. “I
Charmean says. With all of the gold and glimmer in really like to be a little ironic sometimes; I don’t think
this living room, there are also pieces like the black everything has to be so precious,” Charmean says
FRENCH STYLE
baby-grand piano and ebony floors that add depth regarding her eclectic style.
and drama. While some of the pieces certainly are precious,
The heavier pieces of furniture, like the sofa and like the 1920s Coromandel screen that takes up
the chaise, are on opposite sides of the sitting area to nearly an entire wall, others are picked specifically
evenly distribute the “weight” of the room. Charmean for their imperfections, like the aged mirror next to
plays with the way contrasting textures, shades and the doorway.
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[left] AN ANTIQUE
STATUE of Venus rests
atop an intricately carved
mantelpiece that has
been a part of the home
since it was first built. The
hand-forged screen was
installed into the fireplace
as opposed to resting on
the hearth for a more
seamless look.
[above] THE
2017
ORMOLU GILDING
ACCENT ON THE
WINTER
DESK, paired with the A DESIGN THIS BEAUTIFUL should not go unnoticed; placing flowers
dark brown of the stool, on this Syrian inlay table brings attention to the details on the top of it.
mimic the colors of
the 12-paneled screen
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behind them.
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HERE AND THERE While the overall décor and design of the living
The designer includes furniture from all over the room can be described as French colonial, the room
world as well as pieces from different time periods: is not restricted to any particular décor, giving it
The octagon inlay table near an antique velvet chair personality and variety. Charmean uses this design
is from Syria, the rug that covers most of the room is strategy in the homes she styles. “People have many
from Pakistan and the Blanc de Chine bookends on stories, so a room should reflect the people of the
the mantelpiece are from China. house,” she says.
GREEK OR ROMAN BUSTS are statement pieces that don’t take up too much
space and add an air of sophistication to your home. Plus, like most art, they’re
HOW TO great conversation pieces when entertaining guests.
BRING BOOKENDS, like Charmean’s Blanc de Chine treasures, add decoration to shelves
and mantels while also being functional. A pair of white or neutral-colored ones
HISTORY TO
balances the busyness of the books between them.
WHETHER PERSIAN OR PARISIAN, RUGS are the perfect way to add pattern
A HOME
and color to a room without overwhelming the space.
COMBINE FUN WITH AESTHETIC by putting out classic games like mancala
or chess. Often, the older a game is, the more beautiful the board and pieces are.
Pick ones made of chestnut or marble so that you’ll want to keep it on your coffee
table even when not using it.
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BIBLIO
Transforming
TRADITION
BREAK DOWN THE BARRIER BETWEEN TRADITIONAL AND
CONTEMPORARY STYLES TO DISCOVER A NEW BLEND
WHERE CLASSIC FRENCH MEETS MODERN FRANCE.
BY BRIAN PARCHMANN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BJÖRN WALLANDER
“TRADITIONAL OVER TIME, THE APPROACH

TO ACHIEVING THE BEAUT Y OF
AND FRENCH DESIGN has taken two
distinct forms: refined classic elegance
CONTEMPORARY and a sleek contemporary style.
Just as society and technology
MOTIFS MUST rapidly advance, so do the elements
of design. Elissa Cullman and
SERVE AS A FOIL Tracey Pruzan embrace this notion
of progress in their third book,
TO THE OTHER.” From Classic to Contemporary:

Decorating with Cullman & Kravis,
as they reimagine traditional and
contemporary interiors, discovering
an amalgam of design through a
diverse range of homes. “Our goal
is to redefine traditional interiors
with a modern perspective, while in
our more contemporary projects, the
classic principles of design guide our
process,” they write.
These contrasting styles
combine traditional design with
contemporary motifs that each
FRENCH STYLE
serve as a complement to the other.

Vivid illustrations show the key to
upholding high-end French design
in a fresh new way is possible by
adhering to one rule: maintain
balance. “One of the most important
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A MAGNIFICENT
FIREPLACE, flanked by
pillars and accented by two
bronze sconces, anchors
the living room. The classic
design is completed by an
antique chandelier and a
Hans Hoffman painting.
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BIBLIO
FRENCH STYLE
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considerations in design, always, is
a sense of place,” they write. But
in order to successfully mix new
with old, it’s important to identify
characteristics that make up the
space’s identity.
This historic Houston home boasts
grand, formal architecture—a soft
palette enables less décor to do more.
A modern-art canvas reinvents the
room’s regal air; an objet d’art serves
as a contemporary accent.
Lavish décor can easily overwhelm,
but this home shifts classic to
current by focusing on traditional
furnishings—straight, linear design
for a more modern style. This
contemporary twist on classic French
design proves that antiques should
be as free of clutter as the floor plan.
“We embrace a suave historicism
with exciting new takes on tradition,”
the authors write. The key to giving
traditional fixtures and furniture
a modern touch is maintaining a
minimalist tone.
DRESS UP
YOUR MASTER
BEDROOM
CLASSIC TO CONTEMPORARY OR THE
OTHER WAY AROUND, A FEW KEY
PIECES CAN CROSS THE PAST WITH
THE PRESENT.
ANTIQUE BEDPOSTS. Create a traditional

ambiance by turning to a design classic—
the wooden four-poster bed. It adds
drama to the bedroom’s main focal point
while creating an air of sophistication
and luxury.
MODERN PAINTING. Add a touch of

contemporary beauty by selecting a piece
ELEMENTS OF CLASSIC AND of abstract art. Turn to local artists or even
CONTEMPORARY blend effortlessly. An an online retailer to find a piece that will
support your color palette.
antique wooden theme carries across the
furniture, while gold trim accents the entire
FINISHING TOUCH. Dress up the foot of
room over a soft blue palette. the bed with a bench. The added layer of
detail is an excellent spot to infuse a little
more design drama—no matter if
you opt for stately and stylish or cool
and contemporary.
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From Classic to Contemporary:
Decorating with Cullman &
Kravis by Elissa Cullman and
Tracey Pruzan, published by
The Monacelli Press, © 2017;
monacellipress.com.
THE TABLES ARE TURNED as rustic wooden

floors anchor a sunny dining nook—which boasts a
unique marble table and traditional draperies with
detailed trimwork.
IN THE RECEPTION HALL, impressive formal

FRENCH STYLE
architectural features guide the décor. This elegant

table boldly stands out as the focal point, with its
linear design making for a seamless transition to its
neighboring modern art and frames.
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RESOURCES
DECADENT DESIGNS FRENCH À LA MODE Louis XVI giltwood mirror: William Word
Fine Antiques, (404) 233-6890 or
Page 8 Page 48 williamwordfineantiques.com.
Wallpaper: de Gournay wallpaper. Visit Designer: Elizabeth Cabell. Visit Loggia furniture: McKinnon and Harris,
degournay.com. cabelldesignstudio.com. (310) 734-4425 or mckinnonharris.com.
VINEYARD DINING CLASSIC BEAUTY A SENSE OF

Page 16 Page 60 TIMELESSNESS
Stylist: Janet Pae Young. Visit Architect: Madison Spencer Architects, Page 76
moderndame.com. (434) 297-3881 or madisonspencer.com. Designer: Miles Redd. Visit milesredd.com.
Catering service: Joan’s on Third. Visit Designer: Suzanne Kasler. Visit
joansonthird.com. suzannekasler.com.
Garland centerpiece: Holly Flora. (323) Dining-room paint: Limoges Blue from FRENCH REVERIE
591-1120 or hollyflora.com. Dulux. Visit dulux.com.
Plates, placemats, flatware and napkins: Antiques: William Word Fine Antiques, Page 92
Pier 1. Visit pier1.com. (404) 233-6890 or williamwordfineantiques. Designer: Courtnay Tartt Elias. Visit
com; Parc Monceau Antiques, Ltd., (404) creativetonic.com.
467-8107 or parcmonceauatl.com.
VINTAGE FRENCH White bedding: Leontine Linens; (504) 899-
7833 or leontinelinens.com. BALANCING ACT
Page 20
Master-bedroom rug: Stark Carpet. Visit Page 116
Hotel booking: Small Luxury Hotels of the
starkcarpet.com. Designer: Charmean Neithart. Visit
World. Visit slh.com.
Twin pedestal tables: Holland & Company; charmean-neithart-interiors.com.
(404) 233-2091 or hollandandcompany.com. Barrel chair, chaise lounge: Forse Domani
Area rug: Beauvais Carpets; (212) 688-2229
NEVER OUTDATED or beauvaiscarpets.com.
by Charmean Neithart. (626) 441-0346 or
susannehollis.com.
Page 28 Chandelier: Paul Ferrante Imperial
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LE FIN
All That
GLITTERS
COLONIAL BY DESIGN, AN EAST COAST HOME TAKES
ON PARISIAN FLAIR.
BY SARAH JANE STONE

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BJÖRN WALLENDER/OTTO
A COLONIAL-ST YLE HOME IN VIRGINIA

is not likely to come to mind as a prime example
of French design, but thanks to the work of
interior designer Suzanne Kasler,
Canterbury, in Richmond’s Windsor Farms
neighborhood, is just that.
Distinctly baroque, Canterbury’s drawing
room showcases an opulent Louis XVI giltwood
mirror set above an equally sophisticated table.
Suzanne infused the home with the owner’s
collection of continental and antique paintings,
but brought their appreciation for French design
to life through carefully curated additions.
According to Suzanne, the design came
together by layering the pieces from the client’s
collections with French influences, such as
“gilded Parisian tables, dressmaker details and a
very French color palette.”
FRENCH STYLE
For more, SEE PAGE 60.

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FRENCH

80 ROOMS WITH EVERYDAY OPULENCE

VIVE LE LUXE WITH A TRUE CHÂTEAU

DISCOVER STATESIDE MAISONS,

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BY LUCREZIA VOZZA AND

Can a home with elegant French styling BY EMILY IRBY

BY AUTUMN KRAUSE ON THE COVER

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TO BRING EASY ELEGANCE AND

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Though the company

design on bleached white-

“EACH OF OUR INTERIORS IS A

WORK OF ART, HAND-PAINTED

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Michelangelo Platinum Dinnerware

Nieve Mirror: Lulu &

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Atwood Velvet Charcoal Quilt & Sham: Pier 1 Imports,

Antique French Dahlias Print Set

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Mauve Velvet Vintage

Romantic Glam Beaded

Cuscute Pillow: The Found

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Alex Orb Chandelier

Odette Round Dining

White Linen Lorand Bench:

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natural,” Janet says. Votive candles

salads, couscous, roasted vegetables,

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2. Use a citrus squeezer to make fresh lemon

3. In a pitcher or beverage dispenser, add 6

4. Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon

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THE CHATEÂU HARKENS BACK

A BREAK in this gorgeous sitting

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with magnificent old wood paneling

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BY SARAH JANE STONE « PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROGER DAVIES/GAP INTERIORS

ELEMENTS CREATE THAT JE NE SAIS

OF QUOI OF FRENCH DESIGN

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