Sometimes I think that I should have been born in
where bathing was an art form and a luxury
Lovely screens awaited to 
and you could escape in the images of far away lands...Please enjoy, Karen
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IMAGES: Brayton Homestead Interiors, 1 , 3 & 4 taken at antique shops, Colonial East 2 -post from blog archive
A lovely wedding took place in our family this weekend. It was a whirlwind, elegant soiree that required resting after much dining and dancing. So, for now I think I will just rest here looking pretty. Stay tuned for wedding photos...
The sunroom I decorated for a sailor and his crew, other wise known as the man of the house and his family. Nautical stripes, embroidered sailboat fabric, warm woods and sisal carpet on tile make this room perfect year round.
It's August, so it must be time to depart Paris to spend a leisurely month in the South of France. Many Parisians travel to the countryside during August; many places shut down during this month. I just placed an order to have an exquisite settee custom made in France specifically for my decorating client. Because of the August shut down the piece will not be started until September, but it is certainly worth the wait....
With the feel of throne, the back like a headboard, country checks that I love and a groovy granny square seat, please take a seat and enjoy. I visited the incredible Mackenzie-Childs farmhouse, showroom and workshop in Aurora, NY where the they create their wonderful whimsical pieces. Additionally, much wine was sampled during wine tastings at the surrounding Finger Lakes Wineries! I especially love the hand painted landscape on the settee's backboard, and all the Dry Rieslings.....
Passed under the Parisian white limestone archway with it's kaleidoscope of colored glass tiles and cascades of Della Robbia carved flowers while shopping in Paris.
With a Parisian salon feel, Shabby Chic slipcovers and sisal carpet refresh a living room.
White and pink with robin's egg blue for accent. The painted blue stair runner balances the contrasts of the formal and informal. 
Retreat to this cozy room and let your troubles escape you! Let the wood beams envelop you and raise your feet on the yummy chenille ottoman. No worries, the slipcover can be removed and laundered. The repetition of brown and white on the striped round carpet and in the contrast of walls and beams create a casual atmosphere, while the blue French chairs add a formal sophistication. Perfect for another rainy April day. Enjoy!
Pink walls, green chairs and a beautiful toile tablecloth create a lovely setting for dining any time, especially for Easter. So perfect that after you have overeaten you may rest on the pink settee in the background, along with pillows for everyone, they thought of everything.
Don’t these sweet birdies circling the chandelier look like they are chirping a happy tune? Dripping with glass crystals and adorned with the most beautiful Art Deco style lamp shades this chandelier can certainly illuminate my Easter table!
All these Easter colors reminded of a photograph I had taken in Montreal. Outrageous pink birds with bright yellow head feathers certainly caught my idea in this store window. Who knew artificial birds could have such visual impact?
Raspberry, blueberry and vanilla combine to make an eclectic living room. A traditional sofa becomes Modern with a clean white fabric and a mix of pillows. I love a white couch on an oriental carpet! The charming Moroccan base to the end table and fresh contemporary art on the walls harmonize beautifully. Do not be afraid to mix styles and express yourself…..
Warm browns and rich leather create old world charm. This is the living room I designed for a lovely family, a young couple and their three children. The color palette and textures combine to achieve a sophisticated yet comfortable space. My signature ~ Comfortable Tradtional. Isn't it welcoming?
