Quintessentially English

Close your eyes and try to imagine your idea of the quintessentially English country home. Mine has boot rooms and sculleries, flagstones and wood burners, antiques and quirky family treasures. There are bedrooms under the eaves, beams and hopefully a roll top bath. Of course there would be a big kitchen diner with room for a sofa or two and a snug for those chilly nights. The thing is I don't have to close my eyes. I just have to drink in these photos of The Stables by hám interiors. Can't get much more English ... oh maybe a chocolate labrador lying by the fire.

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Transitional with Amy Morris

Atlanta-based interior designer Amy Morris philosophy is "simplifying adds a level of elegance". Hers designs are transitional - sophisticated and traditional with a fresh twist. Touches of glam, luxurious furnishings with a level of comfort that keeps a casual vibe flowing. I am head over heels in love with that chandelier above. XOXO

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Some English country in Texas

Every inch of this rather large home in Houston, Texas is just gorgeous. Once again proving to myself that I am appreciating more traditional decor these days, this home designed by Fern Santini is English country done with casual elegance. The decor is superb, but the architectural details of the room below has completely blown me away. I will go out on a limb and say that is the BEST. ROOM. EVER. (Architect: Paul Lamb)

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Classic architecture by Stanley Dixon

You may remember this contemporary barn Jo featured a few months ago by Atlanta-based firm D. Stanley Dixon Architect, Inc.. I was poking around Stan's portfolio the other day and was mesmerized by many more of his projects so I thought I would share some that I really love. This is all soooo beautiful - classic architecture with an understated, simple aesthetic with subtle modern influences.

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Classic beauty

I am really starting to admire spaces that are traditional, classic beauties. These stunning examples were photographed by Belgium based photographer Claude Smekens and he has captured their elegance perfectly. 

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