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While searching my files for inspiring photos for holiday décor, I came across a Christmas issue of Traditional Home, or maybe Victoria Magazine (not sure which) titled “White Christmas”, designed by Tricia Foley. I remember thinking (when I saved the feature) that the white in the room (walls above the wainscoting, flowers, candles and food) contrasting with the rich, dark wood (paneling below the wainscoting, wood pieces of furniture) managed to provide all of the cozy, warm notes I thrive on, as well as the classic, simple, understated look white can provide.
I decided to do some further research on Tricia Foley and was happy to see she has 3 blog sites as well as some inspiring projects that you can view on her website HERE. I’ll be able to catch some additional inspiration from her with just the click of a mouse!
Tricia Foley’s bio on her site explains that…
“…Tricia Foley Design specializes in all aspects of home design. She’s known for her simple, classic style, her work includes retail consulting, branding, product development and packaging, creating advertising and catalog collateral, residential interior design, magazine editorial and book publishing”.
She has an amazing list of clients including Ralph Lauren Home, Waterworks, Pottery Barn, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s Home Stores, to name just a few. She has several design/lifestyle books that have been published and I recently ordered one of her older titles, “White Christmas: Decorating and Entertaining for the Holiday Season” published in 1997.
Her website explains she is currently restoring an 18th century farmhouse on Long Island and shares her time between there and New York City.
images via Tricia Foley – website
I ordered her book “White Christmas” on Amazon and received a gently used copy for $8! {I love being able to find a bargain in design books, or any book title for that matter.} Trisha Foley rooms are always fresh yet warm and welcoming. I was impressed that the rooms featured in this particular book are so classic and that you would not know by looking at any of them the book was published in 1997!
Nature is intricate to her designs and I believe that is what gives it such an inviting allure.
Have you ever stumbled upon a house, room or ‘look’ that you admire only to discover that it’s a designer that you’ve read about before…you begin to recognize their style. Am I a designer groupie? Maybe!
Gretchen said:
I’ve never heard of Tricia Foley, but I really like her work! Coinsidentally, one of my favorite houses from 25 years ago (I saved the whole magazine) was an French inspired country house with white walls and white uphostered furniture set off against dark floors and antiques. The only color was from blue and white Delft jardinieres – stunning!
Karen said:
Gretchen,
I’ll bring my new book over and we can look at Tricia Foley’s wonderful room designs together! I’d love to see the French inspired country house images you saved.
Karen
Gretchen said:
I’ll bring the magazine when we get together later this week.
Trish said:
Hi Karen…I’ve always loved her look. Charming simplicity! Have a Happy New Year! Trish