THE One recently launched THE One Junior , their brand new children's furniture concept. Small -scale versions of adult furniture and accessories for little ones aged 3-16. Sophisticated junior sized upholstered beds, mini dining tables and chairs perfectly proportioned to little princes and princesses with a hint of old soul.
Last July, I mentioned here that I was finishing the design and execution of an Office Renovation. The project has now been completed and a formal launch will be held soon. Here's a current image of the sitting area at reception. The chartreuse arm chair is a recent addition to liven up the monochromatic grey and white colors of the interior. The blue suede poufs were customized. You'll definitely be the first to witness the project images here once the photo shoots are done.
XOXO,
Arni
Photo Credits: Cristine Joy
I finally got around to organizing the clutter of makeup on my bathroom counter. Using Godmorgon Box from IKEA, USD $18, it helped solve my problem immediately. Ideally, I should have a drawer to keep this acrylic organizer in, but that's probably my next project.
A creperie, a brasserie or a restaurant with the blackboard menu always capture a gourmande's attention. If you find yourself stopping to check the dish of the day, then you are a certified gourmand(e) . A sneak peak of a medieval town in the Auvergne region of France.
What are your plans this coming weekend? This week had been an accumulation of a lot of ''firsts''. Hence, I have been absent from the blogging world.
It was my first time to try La Tarte Aux Myrtilles or blueberry tart. I know and love blueberry cheesecake but the ones I've been familiar with came from a jar. These blueberries were harvested from the Auvergne mountains where we spent one full week in a french style family summer vacation on the highlands.
My husbands's family was keen about having me try it because it was the cake they got my husband on his first birthday. At the same time, I was enjoying picking blueberries in the mountains while hiking.
Happy Saturday!
XOXO,
Arni
Access to the house from the bridge |
If I had the means, I would love to get my hands busy with planning and restoring this old abandoned house. I think the dormant architect within me just woke up from a deep slumber when I saw this property nestled next to a tranquil marsh deep in the countryside. It would be a perfect summer retreat for writers and artists who would like to spend some time harnessing their ideas and toying with their inspirations.
Front facade of the house |
It is true that it is more expensive to renovate and restore a house than demolishing it and creating an entirely new structure. It's part of the challenge and charm to preserve what was once there. These rocks & stones had stories to tell. The place has history and a bit of a mystery, wondering what type of memories the former tenants had, living there.
I will definitely change the Main Entrance door and work on enlarging some of the windows facing the northern side.
Rear side of the house |
Imagine a terrace overlooking the water and greens at the back of the house attached to the kitchen. It would be perfect for outdoor dining and reading during the summer. If it were my project, I will keep the masonry exterior. Supports similar to below will have to be provided to strengthen the walls.
On the contrary, I'll be simplifying and modifying the interior into a "Flamant" style. A lighter hued interior walls to bring the light in and various natural materials with some contemporary additions.
The water side of the property |
I'll keep dreaming. I hope whoever buys that property will decide to keep the old charm.
I'm sentimental mostly :)
XOXO,
Arni
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"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize
they were the big things." - Robert Brault
I'm grateful for this week's roundup of simple pleasures.
# 1 Finally nailed baking that carrot cake for my Mother- in-law's birthday.
There was no Kraft cream cheese available in France. I used Mascarpone,
a thick creamy soft Italian cheese used in Tiramisu instead.
There was no Kraft cream cheese available in France. I used Mascarpone,
a thick creamy soft Italian cheese used in Tiramisu instead.
A walk on the beach completes one's summer. As we were staying in the Western part of France, the closest one is Les Sables d' Olonne meaning "the sands of Olonne" It is a seaside town of the Vendée Globe, a legendary round the world solo yacht race. It is the sailing capital of France by the Atlantic Ocean.
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