The arrival of spring marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of this site. It’s been so meaningful to me to share my journey through traditional design with you. Thank you for reading! Your comments and feedback mean the world to me. Today
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Read all about it! Grandeur on Grove has its first media coverage! I’m excited to share an article about Grandeur on Grove published in the Wednesday Journal of Oak Park and River Forest. The article discusses the launching of an
The summer weather has been warm and it’s a holiday weekend. Many of us are stepping outside our homes and enjoying the outdoors. In that spirit, I’m straying from typical interior design fare to share some travel inspirations for
Arched doorways, supports, and bridges are feats of structural engineering and architecture that support weight via a decorative shape. An arch’s dual role garners both functional respect and aesthetic appreciation. Considering that the
A Short History of Tapestries Tapestries are heavy textiles of wool or cotton woven in an artistic pattern that produces a picture. I’m focusing on tapestries from the European Medieval period through the Arts and Crafts era. Some
How do you incorporate the things you are drawn to into your décor? Have you noticed any decorative themes emerge? What do you like to look at in your art pieces? What shapes or things do you see that make your heart happy? Themes I’ve seen in
Urns are containers that generally have a footed base and sculptural, bell-shaped curves that lead to a top opening. They might be lidded or have two handles. Decorative urns can be found outdoors as garden ornamentals with or without plantings
Nothing says opulence like an ornate ceiling in a historical building. Whether dramatic arches, figurative paintings, impressive carvings, or sculptural relief work, architects, artists, and designers of the past paid a lot more attention to
My travels in Western Europe and visits to traditionally decorated homes and castles have made a big impression on my decorating style and experience. One of my favorite decorative delights is viewing the textiles used in luxurious homes.
