I lived for three years in The Netherlands and the Dutch people I knew there routinely referred to their country as "Holland" when speaking English (and Nederland when speaking Dutch). ...

Are we to surmise that all previous chandeliers were designed by women? Seems unlikely.

I agree. Lisa, I just saw your Tour and your place is exquisite. Such lovely Old World architecture, art and soft lighting. And I like your sense of humor!

"Modern Patchwork You Can Live With" Is the thought that we couldn't live with traditional patchwork? And please note: "patchwork" does not necessarily mean "quilted." Pa...

@nico_forgot: you sound like a *dream* house sitter! (though I wonder how you come by the 'forgot' in your user name...) Feed and walk the dog, water the plants, and -- oh, yes -- could you pl...

Yes, candles certainly add a special touch to any table, and there are some good examples here. And thank you for saying "My husband and I ..." Even though "We" would have been perfec...

I enjoyed this tour. Even though this is far outside my personal style bubble, there is much to admire here. A very well put-together space! I love the "sea urchin" lamp, the giant jack, the win...

Perhaps the most "Scandinavian" thing about this place is that the former owners now live in Denmark?

Perfect is not even a goal for me, but even so, there is much work to be done... No one will ever know (unless you tell them) that the rug in your dining room is not the rug you ultim...

I love my red PS cabinet! I've had it for about 8 years and have schlepped it across three continents. My other, more modest nomination for *classic* is the Bevara seal...

Hi APAK, Thanks again for showing us your very charming abode and for providing all the info. No need to apologize for anything at all ... you've done a great job here and should be proud!

Nothing wrong w/the color per se, but otherwise these rooms are devoid of interest and personality, IMO.

Nothing wrong w/the color per se, but otherwise these rooms are devoid of interest, IMO.

Where's the Historic Commission when you need them?

Which elements are Scandinavian?

Re-post.

"Apart from those who color-coordinate their shelving, most of us don't think of books as part of our home's color scheme ..." One need not group one's books by color in order to be aw...

This entire post seems a put-on. First "Rebecca" supposedly wants TABLES (plural) and then she gushes about THE table she supposedly bought ("I know I'll have THIS gorgeous table forever...")

Good advice. Gratification deferred is gratification denied.

It is less a case of not knowing and more a case of taking the poster to task for not writing a more cogent text.