natural light

A Sophisticated Blend

Antiques Dealer and Designer, Richard Shapiro,  has struck a beautiful balance in his residence in Malibu.    Pieces from around the globe … old and new, ornate and primitive… all coexist peacefully.  I am especially impressed by Mr. Shapiro’s light hand with the antiques and decorative objects he used – with access to so many pieces, he […]

my heart and home

When I learned in February that our By Invitation Only writing assignment for March was “tell us about your home town” what immediately sprang to mind was not only where I come from, but who I come from. Though no words can adequately describe them, I lovingly dedicate this to my Grandpa and Grandma Harris who […]

Musings on light and letter-writing…

Loving the light in this bedroom and the downy white duvet  . . .so inviting.  I can see myself lingering with a favorite book in the morning or inspired to write a good old-fashioned letter here. What a treasure the handwritten letter these days.  Such a rarity in our modern age, it hardly matters how […]

Timeless Rustic

Well done.  Original Image:  Art and Décoration, linenandlavender.net see our new site: www.linenlavenderlife.com Further reading: TIMELESS LIVING COMPENDIUM:  KITCHENS Classic Kitchens ..     Photography by Jo Pauwels in the emporium… (us) ~ (uk) ~ (ca) ~ (fr) ~ (de) ~ (it) ~ (es) (us) ~ (fr) ~ (uk) ~ (ca) ~ (de) ~ (it) ~ (es) SHOP ..

art in the everyday

The truly fortunate…see everyday objects as marvelous works of art. linen & lavender see our new site: www.linenlavenderlife.com

Design Daily – a favorite kitchen

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Design Daily – chaise

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Design Daily – Mediterranean Style

Love the simplicity of this room and the natural light is everything. linenandlavender.net .. Image via:Mediterranean Style Also in the emporium:   Mediterranean Design   .. see our new site: www.linenlavenderlife.com

Design Daily – iron and glass folding doors

Côté Maisons Lovely room for dining.  The ability to fold off the doors completely is wonderful.  It also looks like it would make a great work space.  I can imagine an afternoon spent writing here or with ideas for my latest project spread out in front of me.    What do you think? linen & […]

Design Daily – moody ambiance

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Design Daily – twin canopy beds

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Design Daily – a natural glow

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