I have been spending my summertimes in France well before I began to gurgle the word ' '. Whether nestled in the rolling, verdant hills of Auvergne surrounding my grandmère's home or tucked amidst the rugged, more arid landscape of the Provence region, there is nothing quite like the allure of Distinctly rustic exteriors, often adorned with colorful cottage-like planting, pave the way for beguiling interiors that imbue nostalgia and relaxed countryside appeal. The homes of my French family, of their neighbors, and now of my (happily retired) mother's friends never cease to surprise me with their effortless beauty.
Defining at home is an art, let us show you how it's done. So, how do they do it? Instead of simply basking in their inherently stylish surroundings, I thought I would dig a little deeper to bring these rustic styling secrets home and sharpen my own approach to this timeless . My grandmère's antique sideboard (a in French) was an imposing piece of furniture that anchored the diner.
Housing all of the family porcelain and often adorned with fruit from the garden, it holds a special place in my memory. Between this and gorgeous mahogany armoirs in the bedrooms, it comes as no surprise that I continue to source and for my own living space. It seems I have been on the right path to success after all.
'Preloved furnishings and accessories sourced from local brocantes look fantastic,' the interior designer shares with me. We have already sung the praises of Benji's ho.
