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Tricia Foley

27 Monday Dec 2010

Posted by Karen B. in Designer, Entertaining

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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.

The white walls above the paneling set a dramatic contrast.

Tricia Foley, Christmas table

Don't you just love the simplicity of candlelight, white linens and paper whites?

Tricia Foley

This isn't the original room I have from the magazine but it serves the purpose.

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

A fireplace in a dining room space is so cozy.

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!

Tricia Foley Designs

I really must look into a canopy bed!

Nature is intricate to her designs and I believe that is what gives it such an inviting allure.

The pendant light, white cupboards and butcher block counter tops are simply beautiful.

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!


Canada love…Tommy Smythe

10 Wednesday Nov 2010

Posted by Karen B. in Decorating, Designer

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It may have started with my first and only visit to Canada.  I was 8 years old, equipped with my very own Kodak Brownie camera (for those too young to have heard of such a camera it would be like saying “Canon EOS SLR digital camera”…at least for me).  My parents took me on vacation to Niagara Falls, the Canadian side, during the spring; I can remember swaths of tulips in full bloom near the falls.

My interest in Canada must have waned because when asked if I’d like to join my mom and step-father on a vacation to Victoria in June, the year I graduated from high school, I passed on the all-expenses paid trip (my loss).

So…many years later (please don’t do the math, I’m not really that old)…I was referred to a mystery series of novels written by Louise Penny titled Inspector Gamache series.  The murders often take place in a village called Three Pines (Quebec) not to far from Montreal.  I don’t know whether the village truly exists or is imaginary but it sounds so charming!  The descriptions of the village and its characters, many speaking French, what’s not to love?

The latest intrigue with Canada came in the form of an HGTV program called “Sarah’s House”.  This show is new to me and it follows the renovation of houses owned by Canadian designer,  Sarah Richardson.  Her partner in all things design related is Tommy Smythe.  I love what Tommy does with rooms large and small.  He’s funny and talented and I enjoy watching him.  His current apartment in Toronto is amazing (pictures below) and only 700 square feet!

The landlord lives above Tommy in this beautiful apartment. I love the iron gates.

I wonder if this was once a single family home?

I love the gallery of pictures and the Union Jack pillow! The living room feels big.

The hardwood floors are rich and with his use of white paint, stand out.

I imagine this is a dual purpose desk/kitchen table. When you only have 700 square feet of living space a lot of things have to do double-duty.

I love the chest, I believe it's an antique.

The chandelier is a nice touch in the bedroom, don't you think?

The arbor leads to the back yard---very beautiful.

Click HERE if you’d like to see Tommy’s apartment prior to this beauty.

Tommy Smythe contributes to Canadian House & Home magazine and this kitchen came up during my search

I love the lantern and the black French doors.

Isn't this pretty? I wish I had the issue so that I could see the rest of the article.

{sigh, kitchen love}

It’s so much fun to find a new (to me) designer who’s style and flair you admire and can strive towards borrowing for your own home!

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