My French Country Home by Sharon Santoni

Friday, 22 March 2013

a gentle palette for french family living



I love the gentle colour of old stone.  The façade of this house, is typical of old houses in our part of the world.  A colour that is never aggressive, that is happy to fit in and blend to its surroundings; a colour that is modest enough to serve as a backdrop to stronger hues,   yet has the character to take centre stage when required.





 A couple of pictures from a family home in Normandy.  The way we like them.  No bling bling, no unrealistic styling, simple country living, relaxed and comfortable.






Wishing you all a comfortable, relaxed and family weekend!







all pictures thanks to Art & Decoration


18 comments:

  1. Love the colour of that tablecloth ! Is that decking in the first photograph ? I definitely prefer stone or gravel terraces. More outside pictures would be great for inspiration.

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  2. It is just beautiful. I love all the things about it you mentioned. I wish you would add another photo giving us a bigger look at the rest of the architecture of the house.

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  3. Simply gorgeous and a beautiful reminder how everything done outdoors is just so wonderful...can't wait for warmer days!!

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  4. Wonderful. Thank you for showing us!!
    Nancy
    http://wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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  5. I am in love. This is so wonderful. I am most comfortable in this type of color palate. I also love the windows on the house - just a little curve at the top to soften the hard edges.

    Have a good weekend. M.

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  6. Beautiful home. I love the touches of purple. Nothing over the top, but just right.

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  7. Simple and yet sophisticated...a lovely way to live.

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  8. My ideal. Organic to the surroundings and a whispered setting instead of a flashy shout.

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  9. Love the harmony and simplicity of all.
    Have a nice WE
    Silvia

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  10. I love old stone buildings and enjoy watching the tv programes where people buy them and renovate to live in. I love the way the French mix old furniture with new. It's a refreshing change from the way many of us have been brought up to decorate. I really like the black lamp in the second picture. I love the casual elegance in the rooms. I would love to live in a house like this.
    Have a nice weekend.

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  11. Inspiring rooms. White and grey enhance the colours of natural materials - my preferred colour palette. Bon weekend

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  12. The purple tablecloth is so flattering to the facade of the home..............just beautiful!

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  14. I love your description of the soft, calming exterior colors of this home. And I also love the gentle pops of matte black in the bathtub and lampshade - it adds a touch of something to each room without imposing on the soft greys, ivories, and whites that make ups such a wonderful color palette. Love your blog!

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