Category Archives: Home & Interior

24hrs in Limoges, France

Posted on November 23, 2016 by

Recently, I travelled to Limoges in the foothills of the northern Aquitaine region of France. Traditionally known as a butcher (breeding of sheep and cows) and manufacture town, Limoges has sustained its graceful position from the late 18th Century as a capital of “fire arts” – enamel, porcelain, and oak barrels made for Cognac … Continue reading →

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Saint-Mich’, Bordeaux – France

Posted on October 18, 2016 by

Last weekend I laced up my all-star, grabbed my camera and hit town with no specific agenda other than to capture the mood in Bordeaux. I was encouraged to visit Saint-Michel and Saint-Pierre, two neighborhoods on the move since a … Continue reading →

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L’Atelier Blanc, Valbonne – France

Posted on August 24, 2015 by

If you’re passing through the old village of Valbonne in the area of Nice-Antibes on the French Riviera, pop in to L’Atelier Blanc (12, rue de la Mairie), a newly-opened boutique by two friends seeking a fresh adventure. You will find myriad inspiration for interiors, exteriors, gifts, and accessories … Continue reading →

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Lodge Eco-Friendly Home, Bordeaux – France

Posted on July 23, 2015 by

Voici une de mes adresses favorites de Bordeaux. Une boutique dans le quartier Saint-Pierre qui éveille nos envies de maison – déco – cadeaux avec des objets joliment mis en scène, et qui donne du sens à nos emplettes. On … Continue reading →

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Biarritz living for a day… or more, France

Posted on June 11, 2015 by

This weekend, we were in the coastal city of Biarritz in the Basque Country of France. Each time I have visited in the past years, the vibe, the oceanic breeze, the shades of light, the views, the people, the bistros and … Continue reading →

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House dreaming – Antwerp, Belgium

Posted on February 17, 2014 by

When in Antwerp, beware…. of the architecture & fun! Last week, I was back in this creative mecca for just one day – enough to once again be swept away. We were walking to a work rendezvous when we passed a monument that … Continue reading →

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Les Ateliers Associés – France

Posted on June 30, 2013 by

En ce moment, je vis entre deux endroits tout aussi beau l’un que l’autre: Paris – capitale que j’adore pour sa créativité et pour sa culture, et le Médoc – non loin de Bordeaux au coeur des Grands Crus et … Continue reading →

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