Serene Glamour Home

Take a look at the newest write up in this months Veranda magazine.   Jennifer Lopez California residence with a stylish glow.   Take a look at the entire article in Veranda.  From this dreamy stair case to the remodeled kitchen.  Living Room custom Klismos chairs in Calvin klein Home fabric for Kravet.  Tete-a-tete sofa, Michael Berman Limited, Casamance fabric.  Side tables Global Views.  Charles Hollis Jones coffee table.  Custom sofa in Manuel Canovas fabric.  Pillows in Scalamandre’ stripe.  Tufted chair, Hollyhock, Fretwork chair, McGuire.  Curtains in Schumacher silk.  The Kitchen Gray Blue and White Kitchen, Cole and Son Wallpaper, Baker in Kravet Fabrics.  Julianne Bourdeaux, Schonbek Art. There are tones of gray, and we played with that using a bit more of gray taupe here, a bit more of gray blue there says interior designer Michelle Workman.  It’s almost like a black and white film from the forties.   See this months  Veranda for the entire article.   Shop for designer fabrics all at Exceptional Pricing!

Joni

October 27, 2009

Asheville, North Carolina, Biltmore Estate America’s Largest Home, 8,000 Acre Estate of George and Edith Vanderbuilt

Azalea Steps in Spring

I made a trip up to Asheville to visit the famous Biltmore Estate about a week ago right at the start of fall. It is just majestic in these parts. My day started at 4:30a.m. leaving Highpoint North Carolina and had about 150 some miles to travel. With leaving at this early hour you don’t see much as it was pitch black and all the highways are without lights. At around 7a.m. that morning the sun came up over the beautiful mountains and all the trees were just glorious in color. Being a California girl most of my life had not seen the south in the fall what a wonderful thing to be able to experience. It was just beautiful. The amount of trees is an amazing site when you drive up to Asheville it really is a beautiful little town. My first stop was at the McDonalds in Asheville as I heard that it was replicated after the Biltmore Estate some of the features were the beautiful copper ceiling tiles. Along with all the wood molding and fireplaces. I have been to a lot of McDonalds in my days but this was the fanciest little place. They have a piano that plays itself. I really recommend if you are heading to Asheville to stop and see the McDonalds. Then head right over across the street to drive right into the Biltmore Estate. I decided to visit the Biltmore Estate to see all the Architecture of America’s largest home. My background is in textiles and it was lovely to see all the textiles that dated back to 1895 and to see the furniture and was pretty amazing. I am a library buff and to see the Library in this home the floor to ceiling shelves of books really made me think how many books did the family actually read. I know that George Vanderbuilt was a reader and loved art and architecture. The outdoor gardens are just, spectacular to see in the spring time I may have to make another trip and bring my family this time. Here are some pictures I found of the Biltmore Estate in different seasons to give you the idea of just how spectacular this place is. I would highly recommend you visiting the Biltmore Estate it is a beautiful place to visit. I guarantee you will be happy you stopped by to see the history as well as the beauty.

Biltmore Estate America’s Largest Home
In Fall

This is an 8,000 acre estate the home features 250 rooms filled with art and antiques.

Beautiful Outdoor Garden

The Inn on Biltmore Estate

When you visit the Biltmore I highly recommend you visit the pool area of the Inn at Sunset. You will see the entire valley all the way around.
The sweeping hills are just lovely.

Joni

October 27, 2009

Source 4 Interiors visits High Point North Carolina for Largest Furniture Accessories Trade Show

Highpoint Market, North Carolina picture taken from the brochure

I took a trip a week ago to see the world’s most comprehensive product selection, including more new products than all other markets combined. Home Decor, companies like Palecek, Candice Olson furniture, Rugs and Fabrics, Barclay Butera has a fabulous line of fabrics, furniture. I saw the hottest trends that will start appearing in your local stores shortly. As a designer I am always on the hunt for the latest and newest home decor for my clients. I feel honored that I was able to attend the 100th year celebration at Highpoint Market in North Carolina. It really was a lot of fun. It is always nice to get inspired.

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Joni