It appears my blog posts this month have a scenes from home refreshed theme going, and I can’t think of a more Louisiana centric topic of conversation than interior design and signature style home decor pieces associated with the interiors of homes in the New Orleans Garden District.
After all, home is where the heart is.
Distinctive details and visual contrast along with signature style home decor pieces uniquely characterize the charm of New Orleans.
Pair of Antique Louis XVI Style Chairs Upholstered in Irish Natural Linen
Creative leeway, contrast, varied price points, and brilliant juxtaposition work in unison with signature style home decor pieces to represent the decorating styles expressly associated with period homes and signature NOLA style.
LOUIS XVI Style French Trumeau Mirror
Antique French Louis XV Bombe Marble Top Commode
Uttermost Maris Plated Antiqued Brass 2-light Table Lamp
Antique French Louis XV Bombe Marble Top Commode
Vintage French Louis XV Style Marble Top Paint Decorated Commode
When I take a visual inventory of the curated style in my own home and the home decor pieces featured in this post, I’m reminded of the spaghetti sauce ad from campaigns past that proclaims, “it’s in there!”
Over the years, pieces that detail and define our rich and eclectic Louisiana history, inspired charm, varied provenance, and distinctive architectural elements have found a home within our home.
Big, Easy Style by Bryan Batt on Pinterest
We like to use the term spot accessory.
Spot table.
Contemporary spot pieces such as a small gold accent table(s) elegantly lends a modern twist to a predominately classic interior.
“There are two things that make a room timeless: a sense
of history and a piece of the future.”
— Charlotte Moss
Spot on in size and style, the accent table is perhaps the most genius of home decor pieces.
Infinity 54″ Gold Console Table With White Marble
Rosia 36″ Genuine Marble Console Table
Unique pairings work the room introducing current styles of trend to the timeless classics.
Architectural Digest – Photography by Nicole Franzen
6-Light Cluster Glass Globe Bubble Chandelier – 25in – Black
Architectural Digest – Photography by Nicole Franzen
Bookmatched Mahogany Victorian Traditional Empire Style 46″ Sideboard
Alexander Home Sara Antique Ultra Plush Area Rug
Triumph Channel Tufted Performance Velvet Sectional Sofa Corner Chair
Veranda – Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights
Clarksburg 4 – Light Lantern Geometric Chandelier
Large Giltwood Lantern with 4 Lights, Hand-Carved Reproduction
Acclaim Lighting Kingston 4-Light Pendant
From House Proud: Unique Home Design/Louisiana by Valorie Hart with Photos by Sara Essex Bradley
Italian Florentine Vintage Gilt Painted Chest of Drawers
Louis XV French Style Bench in Gold Leaf
Italian Florentine Coaster Set
Absolutely fabulous detail, and therein lies the beauty.
Livex Lighting La Bella Hand Painted Vintage Gold Leaf 12 Light Chandelier
Butler 12-Light Clear Crystal English Bronze Chandelier
Karlton 6 – Light Candle Style Empire Chandelier with Crystal Accents
Southern Home Magazine – Photography by Sara Essex Bradley
Mercer 10-Light Olde Silver Crystal Chandelier
Corbett-Standard Aveline 20 Light Chandelier
Mixing and mingling modern with vintage inspired pieces appeals to visual interest- the lead component necessary when building the character of the space.
SAFAVIEH Couture Ella Clear/ Black Acrylic Dining Chair
6 Light Chandelier by Minka Metropolitan
Architectural Digest – Photography by Nicole Franzen
Antique Gold Crystal Beaded Firefly Pendant Ceiling Lighting Chandelier
Signature style home decor pieces include, but are not limited to:
Antiques
Lanterns
Ceiling medallions
Dupioni silk drapes
Decorative objects d’art
Chandeliers dripping in crystal prisms
Decorative mirrors and frames scrolled in gold leaf
Antique French Curtain Tie Backs
Storm Grey Ruched Vintage Textured Faux Dupioni Silk Curtain
French Double Caned & Carved White Twin Bed with Rose Swags
Antique French Louis XV Style Painted Bed
“New Orleans makes it possible to go to Europe
without ever leaving the United States.”
—Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Court Vintage French Upholstered Fabric Dining Side Chair
Picket House Furnishings Regal Accent Armchair
Cream Colored Key Tassel w Looped Ruche
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Inspiration is everywhere, and the New Orleans influence comes home through signature style home decor pieces.
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