My mom and I share the same birthday. She died three years ago. She had an amazing gift for the home, and I wanted to share some photos with you. They show her remarkable talent and attention to detail. She was such an artist. She just knew in her mind when shopping how things would look in a room. I just love these old antiques.
I grew up in an old house, and so did my parents. I love the charm and character of older homes, and the styles of those times. When traveling, I prefer the boutique hotels to those that are new and modern. My mother understood the art of placement. She kept everything so clean and orderly. I never saw our house get messy or dirty, ever. We were taught from a young age to put things away and to have respect for our things. It was expected.
My mother believed that you shouldn't change the windows and doors of older homes. She felt that once people started remodeling, the houses lost the touches and details that made them special. She had a real eye for decor. She understood the spirit of a house. She could have been a set designer. She told me that she would have done well in real estate. I think so, too.
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What a beautiful home. I have to agree with your mom. I've told my husband that I totally understand why people want double paned windows, but the original doors and windows far surpass new in character.
ReplyDeleteI think so, too, Lady Locust. In Vienna, they put up wool curtains in the winter. It's so cozy.
DeleteYour mom had great taste and a wonderful style! Chy
ReplyDeleteI think so, too Chy. Thank you.
DeleteYour mum had a wonderful sense of style. It would suit me right down to the ground as I too love older styles.
ReplyDeleteSo do I, Cherie. That's one of the reasons I love Europe. I love the old cities and cobblestone streets.
DeleteShe certainly was gifted, your pride and love show well in your writing, thank you for sharing such a tender post,
ReplyDeleteYes, she was. Thank you for your kind words, Laurie.
DeleteBeautiful home! Your mom did have a gift for homemaking and a good eye for design. I think these days we have to remodel our newer homes because they weren't made good to start with! Then, after a couple of decades, the remodeling needs remodeled! Andrea
ReplyDeleteThat's funny, Andrea. Yes, the older homes and appliances were built to last. I try to keep as much of the original as possible.
ReplyDeleteI agree that most old homes and buildings have more character than new ones. I love antique and vintage furniture, old buildings and architecture.
ReplyDeleteYour mom was a very creative lady. I think you got her sense of style.
Thanks, Nil. Yes, she was. I love antique and vintage furniture, too. I always admired what she did with those rooms. She really transformed them into art.
DeleteSuch a beautiful place. I so like everything I see. Nice....
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam. I feel the same way.
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