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Showing posts with label stone walls. Show all posts
Showing posts with label stone walls. Show all posts

Sunday, July 27, 2014

The Aesthete's Alphabet - S is for Stone




This alphabet series I began some time ago has given me many sleepless nights! I used to think I was quite a decisive person, but I go to bed thinking that I will do a post on "S is for Subtle", then I change my mind and decide to do "S is for Shutters", and I plan the whole post in my head, then a few hours later I am convinced I should do "S is for Simplicity" and have to start from scratch. By early morning I have decided "S is for Silver" is definitely the way to go! At some stage I just have to settle for something and go for it....so "S is for Stone" it is going to be. I'm looking quite forward to X, Y and Z. Limited choice can be a good thing! 

Brick And Stone Wall Ideas For A House's Interiors 22

You might think that stone walls or floors could make a home feel cold and austere, but I think it has completely the opposite effect. The use of natural stone creates an earthy, rustic feel that makes a home inviting and livable. It can complement a range of decor styles, is durable and low maintenance and has excellent sound absorption properties. Here are some lovely examples of stone used both inside and outside. Maybe your heart will also turn to stone :).




















Stay tuned for "T is for....." and I hope you appreciate the sleepless nights that are involved in bringing these blog posts to you.

Till next time


Sharon x

Images:  1. Bella Francais Interiors, 2. Impressive Interior Design 3. Pinterest, 4. 4 Interior Design.com 5. Josephine Ryan 6. Casa Decorada, 7. Campagne Deco 8. Campagne Deco 9. Pinterest 10. Verdegris Vie 11. Under Spanish Moss 12 Simple Everyday Glamour 13 - 16 Tumblr 17 Houzz, 18 Tumblr 19 Dying of Cute, 20 Velvet and Linen 21 Tumblr

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

French Farmhouse


This beautiful home in the Dordogne region of France was built in the early 18th century. The walls and beamed ceilings are original and the fireplaces and stone floors were reconstructed  to blend in with the original features.



It is owned by a British couple, who live here with their 2 daughters. It wasn't an easy transition, learning a new culture and a new language, but they persevered and now have a successful organic farming business. 







The home is simply furnished, cleverly combining old and modern pieces.







These old stone walls are so beautiful!
















I hope you have some lovely things planned for the weekend. I will be back on Monday.

Till then

Sharon x


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