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PAINTED FLOORS | FARROW & BALL PAINT
PAINTED FLOORS 8 rooms that homeowners and designers took a design risk, painted the floors – and were rewarded with a fresh look that couldn’t be achieved any other way! HAPPY PAINTING!
MEET THE ARTIST | CAROLINA AVERY
CAROLINA AVERY “MOMENTUM” Photography by Tasha Tolliver THE HEART & MIND ARTIST PH: Where were you born and where did you grow up? CA: I was born in Mar del Plata, Argentina. Yes, I speak fluent Spanish and I grew up in Atlanta, GA. PH: Tell us about your family. CA: I have three talented […]
FARROW & BALL | HOW TO PAINT WALLS
DIY USING FARROW & BALL PAINT Taking on your own painting project using Farrow & Ball paint can be fun and rewarding. We’ve found that having your supplies ready to go makes a big difference, so here’s a list of everything you need to paint your walls like a pro! PREP MATERIALS Be sure to […]
MEG BRAFF | BOOK SIGNING CHARLOTTESVILLE
Interior Designer and style extraordinaire Meg Braff is visiting Charlottesville! We are thrilled and honored to host a signing of her new book The Decorated Home: Living with Style and Joy along with our partners at Kenny Ball Design Center. Stop by and say hello to Meg and chat about what inspires her chic and fresh design style. You can also […]
THEODORA MILLER | ARTIST RECEPTION PICS
THEODORA MILLER ARTIST RECEPTION It was a beautiful celebration of Richmond abstract artist Theodora Miller and her collection “Intuition”. Here is a candid glimpse of the evening full of Theodora’s art and heart. Thank you to all who joined us! THEODORA MILLER BIO & INSPIRATION FOR “INTUITION” Theodora Miller original paintings will be […]
FINE PAINTS OF EUROPE | HOW TO PAINT A DOOR
HOW TO PAINT A DOOR | FINE PAINTS OF EUROPE The most prominent feature of a home is most often the front door – so make it special! Fine Paints of Europe Hollandlac is marine grade paint and is available in two finishes – Brilliant (shiny!) and Satin. It’s the ultimate paint for durability, washability, […]
MEET THE ARTIST | THEODORA MILLER
THEODORA MILLER “INTUITION” Photography by Tasha Tolliver THE HEART & MIND | JUNE 2017 FEATURED ARTIST PH: Theodora, what is the best way to start your day? TM: Having nowhere to be and sitting leisurely in the garden with a cup of coffee and biscotti. PH: What book or author has impacted you […]
MEET THE ARTIST | CLAIBORNE RILEY
Photo Cred: Tasha Tolliver via Palette Home 2020 GET TO KNOW CLAIBORNE RILEY PH: Describe a moment you first knew creating art was something you just had to do: . CR: My mom and her sister painted all the time when I was little and I guess I started then, and never really stopped. I’ve […]
2017 SPRING COLOR | Farrow & Ball All White
Farrow & Ball No 2005 All White The fairest white of them all! Farrow & Ball All White is pure and fresh, and a wonderful starting place for a collected room. Layer white with white, add neutrals and texture for interest and depth in a monochromatic space. OR drop in the color with art, textiles, […]
ARTIST LEIGH GORDON | A Twist on English Porcelain
ARTIST LEIGH GORDON The first thing you notice about these stunning original English porcelain pieces by Richmond artist Leigh Gordon is the burst of color inside. Also, the wonderful contrasting earthy texture on the the outside. Leigh says she achieves the texture by pressing them against natural surfaces such as coral or pine bark. These […]