A Colourful, Cheerful Home

In my last post, I told you to expect some stalling..... the X part of my alphabet has me somewhat stumped! If I wait long enough, I could do X for Xmas as one reader suggested! In the meanwhile, while I patiently wait for inspiration to strike, I have a lovely house to show you.

Based in Marbella, the house is owned by a Swedish couple, and is an interesting combination of serene Nordic whites mixed with the more colourful hues of Spain, with a French influence thrown into the mix.

I am usually a fan of neutrals, but as we are entering spring here in South Africa, and our gardens are coming to life again, a colourful palette seems appropriate at this time of year. The colour is cleverly added through the scatter cushions and other accessories and could easily be changed. I particularly love the pair of mirrors behind the sofa.

The solid table with its carved pedestal is a nice contrast to the elegant Gustavian chairs. The beautiful beams in limewashed grey give the room a light and airy feel.

The all white kitchen adds a Scandinavian touch to the home and is softened with touches of wood and wicker.

The bedrooms are more subdued. This one has dark grey walls providing a welcome respite from the bright Mediterranean light. I really love these curtains!

This would be a lovely spot for a cup of tea and a good book.

Wishing you a happy week and feel free to send your suggestions for X. (Thanks for those I've already received!). 

Till next time

Sharon x

Images via El Meuble

Palladian perfection

 

 

Palladian architecture is a style of  architecture derived from and inspired by the designs of the 16th century Venetian architect,  Andrea Palladio.  Palladio's work was strongly based on the symmetry, perspective and values of the formal classical temple architecture of the  Ancient Greeks and Romans.

 

This villa in Marbella is a wonderful example.  Beautiful proportions and symmetry are evident in this classical masterpiece.

 

 

 

The home is elegantly furnished with beautiful antiques and muted soft furnishings. The interiors perfectly reflect the symmetry of the façade of the home.

 

 

 

The symmetrical placement of furniture is evident in all the rooms. The seagrass matting lends a more casual air to an otherwise formal room.

 

 

The wooden stools are an unexpected element, but the symmetry remains.

 

 

The muted colours with accents of blue create a very soothing bedroom.

 

 

 

The study / library is a cosy and inviting room. The wooden stool looks like it might be African or Indonesian.

 

 

 

I think this might be a pantry area, leading through into the kitchen. Love the floor!

 

 

The blue appears again in the kitchen.

 

 

 

The dressing room which mirrors the pantry, on the opposite side of the house.

 

 

The bathroom area is so spacious. Lovely wooden floors again.

 

 

 

 

Another bedroom where blues predominate again.

 

 

 

 

 

The garden with its beautiful views, is a mixture of formal and informal areas.

 

 

 

 

Hope you enjoyed this visit to a beautiful Spanish home.

 

Till next time

 

Sharon x

 

 

 

 

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