How to add French Country
Jane Vargo
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Comments (102)Thanks for the encouragement! Sochi, I think you're right, that is the quintessential french light fixture isn't it? I tried to mix it up a little with the different pendants over the island, but I do really like the shape of that chandelier. I'm really looking forward to the rustic modern. A lot of the homes close the ski resorts near my home would really do well with rustic modern interiors. I can't wait to see the great ideas....See MoreHow long has 'country french' been trendy? Is it enduring or not?
Comments (22)Thanks folks... greenthumbfish, I think you hit the nail on the head with this, "In every inspiration image, there is a comfy cozy quality..." That's exactly what she's articulated that she wants. Something more cozy and casual, AND that doesn't rely on bare dresser tops and open space to work. Her room now (and I will add that SHE picked out all the details. I was pretty skeptical of the wall art and bedspread when she chose them, though they worked in the end) anyway, her room now is never as neat as in that photo, and the piles and collections just look plain old messy in that room. I'm hoping (!) that in a more casual, cozy room, it won't be as bad. anele, our living room and dining room furniture is high-end designer teak from Denmark in the 40's/50's (Hans Wegner, etc) and I love that look, personally. The really good stuff has curves and a handmade quality that actually IS rather friendly and cozy... and "natural" in a way that Ikea (or even the later 70's teak) isn't. But- I understand my daughter's feelings. I grew up in a house with a fair amount of "modern" (my dad is an architect who went to college in the mid 60's) and at 13 I, too, wanted a more feminine and cozy room. I have a feeling it is partly to do with, at this age, starting to define yourself as a woman, and wanting things more feminine, and also wanting to define yourself as different from your parents. I stayed interested in vintage-y antique-y furniture till I was in my mid-late 20's and then found myself drawn back to the style I'd grown up with. Funny......See Morefrench country rustic chic mbr makeover advice needed (pics)
Comments (22)ttodd - Glad you stopped by to comment! I love your beautiful home and value your input a lot. About the pictures, can you elaborate on your thoughts about the wood frames. Are you thinking of stained wood frames, similar to the bureau? It would be really helpful if you could post an example. I'm trying to envision things. I am wondering if I do wood frames over the current bureau if it will appear that too much wood of the same tone is concentrated in one area of the room. But, as you said, if I bring in the painted candlesticks and other items, it could balance it out. Also, do you think I can group the three animal prints together, leaving out the rose picture? I agree with not painting the bed and bureau to start. I'm hesitant, as the condition of both are very good, and I know it will be a lot of extra work! ales9179 - Thanks for your thoughts. I'm hoping I can keep the current dresser. Since I share the room with my hubby, I don't want it to turn out over the top feminine. I love French Country style, but I guess more toward the French Country Farmhouse side, if I had to define it; relaxed and beautiful at the same time - sawdust and pearls, so to speak....See MoreHow can we update this french country kitchen without going broke??
Comments (1)My husband had this house prior to is getting married, I am into more modern styles and loving the all white kitchen look that is popular now. How can we update this kitchen without breaking the bank?? An interior designer in town suggest getting rid of all the ornate details and painting cabinets urbane bronze. I am just afraid I will still be unhappy with the change but we aren’t sure how long we will be in the house so just wanting something to make it more appealing to is now and more resealable in the future....See MoreJane Vargo
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