Tones of Stone

or Stone Tones...

Either way, putty, cream, ochre, camel, cocoa, beige and greige are stunning as is.

Coolest triptych ever!

I am usually inclined to go colorful, but when it comes to my own home, 
I lean towards these soothing tones.

What is your preference?

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The Grand Simplicity of Château de Moissac-Bellevue

During this hot spell, my choice location to cool down would be to step into this starkly beautiful setting of stone and plaster. Château de Moissac-Bellevue hails from the early 17th century on a Provençal hilltop.

The striking stairwell reveals evidence that most folks pass their hands over the stone as they descend the stairs.

You can just feel the refuge of the kitchen's coolness.

What a treasure to rest in these peaceful rooms, admiring the Château's walls and decor- the very definition of simple and elegant. 

Had to have a little gilt in here!

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Red, White and Blue

Personally, I enjoy this version of red and white with a touch of blue!

Stone, plaster and patina= perfection.

Happy Fourth of July! 

Have a safe one!

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Raw Finishes

These are the colors I am working with on my kitchen walls. Figures- it is taking a while to get the colors just right! I can go to a client's home and pick the colors out quickly; in my own home, it has been challenging.

Stone, putty and touches of ochre, cream and cocoa- my tumbled marble and ceramic tiles are suggesting the direction to follow. I am loving the lime wash paints of Sydney Harbour Paints. 

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Hoping to win the acanthus leaf fragment sconce over Zinc Studio's giveaway for the kitchen!

Classic Inspirations

Sometimes you just need to be inspired by the awesome work of ancient Rome. 

Thank you to Cindy at My Romantic Home!

A frame like no other

The wood, the scrolls, the stone- I love it all!

As seen on a church in Orvieto, Italy.

A lovely combination

Am I not partial to the combination 
of stone and iron?

In Italy, you can't help it!

 

Nature's beautiful way

 You can't beat its beauty!