This photo is from the October 2006 issue of Traditional Home. Sadly, I was so enthralled with the image that I ripped it out without so much as a tiny notation. I go back to it often. I think it is a beautiful example of what can happen when we combine modern & classic pieces together for everyday living. The three classic elements: the secretary, the floors and the wall color are balanced by the three modern elements: the artwork, pendant light with it's oversized shade, and the sculptural chair.
I would have never thought to put this chair(wish I knew more about it...so sexy!) in this space. I may have considered a Louis Ghost chair, but that's likely as far as I would have dared. I think I would have prefered to see maybe orange tulips on the desk instead of the roses and far less collectables behind the fretwork of the secretary. But maybe these elements are part of what makes it all work. Love it or hate it?
I would have never thought to put this chair(wish I knew more about it...so sexy!) in this space. I may have considered a Louis Ghost chair, but that's likely as far as I would have dared. I think I would have prefered to see maybe orange tulips on the desk instead of the roses and far less collectables behind the fretwork of the secretary. But maybe these elements are part of what makes it all work. Love it or hate it?
Ooh I love it! That checkered floor with the wall color is fantastic! :)
ReplyDeleteVisiting here from PVE...what a nice blog you're starting! I love the eclectic mix and am a fan of T Home. They always do this, the look is sensible, functional but always makes you take a second look!
ReplyDeleteI think a nod to the past an one eye stepping forward always keeps things fresh. I love mixing.
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I like it...the juxtaposition is visually refreshing. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteyep, like Patricia and anne, I love the juxtapositioning and eclectic mix. That secretary is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAgree with you on the orange tulips. Great image. So, No. VA designer who was part of the Pear Tree Cottage lecture series - now you've got me guessing! Looking forward to visiting your blog in the future. Michele
ReplyDeleteI L-O-V-E this picture...what a great inspiration photo.
ReplyDeleteI think I like it. The wallcolor, artwork and pendant are right up my alley. Both the secretary and chair would be pushing my style in opposite directions (I suppose I'm somewhere between traditional and modern), but I think that's a good thing -- I like rooms that make me a little bit uncomfortable. They're more interesting.
ReplyDeleteThe white chair is known as the Panton (or "S") Chair, designed by Verner Panton originally in 1959-1960 for Herman Miller Comapny, and reissued by Vitra. I love the graceful presence of this chair, as well, and have always envisioned it living easily with more traditional furnishings. ~Sparky
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