ViGNETTES
By definition, vignettes are small, decorative, visual designs; a pleasing picture or view.  They can be found in the visual and literary arts.  For our purposes we are looking at the surfaces in the home as ideal spaces to express our personalities.  Surface views can be snippets of beauty that serve functionally as well as to adorn.In this blog, the romance of a Paris apartment meets vintage, rustic cottage appeal. The blend of styles creates a graceful, ultra-comfortable, carefree environment. Seemingly effortless are the blends of soft linens & leather, distressed furniture, flea market finds, architectural salvage, chandeliers and an array of garden decor. Most of the colors used are muted, white on white with touches of soft grays, creams and white-washed colors.
Surfaces in the following photos display the idea that surfaces can be both 'eye candy' and functional by design. What do your countertops, floors, dresser surfaces, table tops and mantels express about you?
A GALLERY OF iDEAS
Feel free to peruse the photo gallery and borrow ideas that you find pleasing. The gallery was compiled in hopes of helping inspire friends to reclaim an element of beauty at home. Enjoy!





















