Chateau style

Nestled in the midst of the forests of Normandy, France is the elegant and romantic Château de Morsan, one of the few remaining folies in France. It was originally built around 1760 as a hunting lodge by the Marquis de Morsan, a confidant to Louis XV, for the King’s visit. The architect was Ange-Jacque Gabriel […]

I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited about anything house related (and that’s saying a lot) than this latest and greatest undertaking of ours. If you’re just joining the party, here’s the deal: back in February, we bought a modest little house in a great neighborhood, a month after moving to Tampa. It was […]

A long time ago, while staying in Paris on a work trip, I met the loveliest couple, Victor and Maria Orsenne. At the time they owned a divine little boutique hotel set right between the Eiffel Tower and the bustling food markets of Rue Cler. Well, they have just emailed me to tell me they've purchased a new property – a petit chateau in the Loire called 'Le Manoir'. The photograph of it was enough to make me want to get on a plane and go straight back to France! Here are images of the…

Chateau Style Decorating. Take a look into that special world that is France's grand historical houses, stately residences that are real homes. Take a look at amazing master bedrooms, drawing-rooms, hot houses. Peeling paint and rough hewn stone contrast beautifully with dramatic silk drapes and opulent chandeliers. Plenty of ornate gold details to feat your eyes…

Beautiful French Chateau, Rococo style.

French country decor brings together: French Farmhouse, French provincial and French chateau. But what are the differences between these?

Captivating details draw eyes toward the range wall. A stone mantel spans the stove and adjacent base cabinets, unifying the area. Vintage artwork and sculptures align on the mantel to break up the expansive chimney's flat plane. A blue range with brass details demands attention.