Welcome to the eighty-sixth post in the series
"Living Large in Small Spaces".
Located in a historic area of Versailles, this little house exudes an air of romance. Sandin is heavily influenced by furnishings of the 18th Century, and it certainly shows in the living area.
She has a knack for pairing more ornate pieces with simple collections, so that every corner seems approachable.
The textiles are understated and graceful. Natural cottons and linen always look so fresh to me.
The quaint kitchen gives the sense of an indoor garden.
I'm enamored with the window coverings.
They offer privacy while letting the light shine through.
As I looked through the photos I tried to identify what about these spaces most appealed to me. It came down to this. . .I'm very attracted to the dark gray cast pieces and the way they contrast with the white and neutrals.
And I'm also attracted to the aged finishes on some of the furnishings, such as this little chest and the old shutter.
This bedroom is very pretty. The buttercream wall color warms the room and plays nicely with all the white.
I've really come to like the simplicity of a single flower displayed in a vintage bottle. This is something I want to incorporate more in our own cottage.
The bath is so charming. Little lamps on the mirror, the cherub, the art. . .all of it is enchanting.
As soon as one adds fresh flowers to a room something magical happens.
Tucked under the eaves, this petite bedroom is cozy and inviting.
Vignettes like this one inspire me to put more thought into the "flat surfaces" in my home. What message do I want to convey to a guest? What story do I want to tell?
Did this little French house speak to you, too?
Thank you for joining me this year at A Joyful Cottage and all the lovely comments you've left. I feel so blessed by your visits. May 2017 be a year filled with good health and joy for you and your loved ones.
Interior design by Catherine Sandin.
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Join me next Saturday for another post in the special series
Living Large in Small Spaces
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ReplyDeleteIts loveliness lies in the many, many details. Thanks for collating and posting yet another lovely cottage.
ReplyDeleteSending wishes for a most joyful New Year ♥
I always enjoy seeing the cottages. I'm not one who loves French country and it's a bit too cluttered for me. But I love the simple linens and the simple flower bouquets.
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoy the series. Have a great new year!
DeleteI like the kitchen sink and I like all the lamps.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Carla
Very sweet little place. Happy New Year.
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Kris
YES!This house speaks to me, "Cette maison me parle!"
ReplyDeleteOh yes, the textures, the textiles, the color (or lack of it) is my world. As I look at each room, I am reminded of my own house! The old, more humble Parisian dwellings have such charm in the petite, and the beams and wood work embedded in the walls and eaves just makes my heart sing. Another winner my friend, and happy 2017!
I just love the old world feel of this sweet cottage. The way the furniture and décor is placed against a clean, fresh white background is perfection!
ReplyDeleteI like the linens in this cottage. There is something about vintage linens that calls to me.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you are back with your little houses. I enjoy them so much. This little house is a little too ornate for me but, it is so beautiful to look at. I love the bedroom color. I'm not a yellow person but I think the softness of the Buttercream would fit well into my more neutral lifestyle. Thanks for sharing. Gave me lots of good ideas.
ReplyDeleteis a very lovely little house ( welcome back Nancy)and thanks I really enjoy all the photos and the ideas I can get ;) Happy New Year!!!!!
ReplyDeletenelly
Nelly, thanks so much for your sweet comment. I'm so happy you enjoy the series. Happy New Year to you, too!
DeleteOh- Isn't that just the sweetest little place? I love it. Thanks for taking the time to find these cute little places and for sharing them here. Love this series you do. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteOh, my...such a delightful house...I love it...I like a lot of "stuff" for a cozy, warm effect and this little house fits that bill so nicely.
ReplyDeleteHola amiga querida ,, espero que hayas tenido unas lindas fiestas y este 2017 que recién comienza llegue lleno de bendiciones
ReplyDeleteCariños
Feliz Año Nuevo Angélica!
Deletethat is such a gorgeous place and everything planned out so perfectly.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing
Happy New Year and best wishes for 2017
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Carolyn
The kitchen is a lovely place! Lots of talent in the whole house, isn't there? It is the mix of things that really work.
ReplyDeleteBest to you in 2017!
This place just invites peace and tranquility...Makes me look at my spaces differently and how I can bring that feeling home :)
ReplyDeleteLovely and charming!
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed visiting this beautiful sweet home through your lenses.
Living large in small places is possible when inhabitants are spiritually free from materialism.
Happy New year dear
It's really charming! I wouldn't live in this cottage because everything is a little "too much" for me, but it would be really nice to spend a little vacation in such a beautifully decorated home. Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteWow wee.. oh lala...so sweet, so charming and cozy.
ReplyDeleteIt's very feminine. Made for a princess, I think. :)
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