The Painted Room

Shedding for Summer

June 18, 2010

It seems like everywhere I look, I’m seeing references to stylish sheds — and I use that term loosely, because they can be much more… read more »

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Jan 13

The amazing thing about the #uscapitol is that we enjoy the same beauty as the generations before us. Our fashions might change, but not the glorious encaustic tile, gilded mirrors or the clover-like pendant lights in the Senate Press Gallery. Swipe to see the modern version, shot by @ronbluntphoto.
Full post in my bio link!

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Jan 12

With the help of photographers like @adam_brockett who took this glowy halo around the #uscapitol, and my friends who know and cherish that building, here’s a love letter, blog link in bio

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Jan 7

Memories of the late-night lines to see George H.W. Bush lying in state. Thousands of peaceful mourners waiting to pass through the Rotunda of this majestic Capitol.

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Jan 6

May your passage through 2021 be delightful! Grateful to clients like @mode4architecture for sharing so much beauty 🌱💚
📷 @studiohdp

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Dec 12

CONGRATULATIONS to Michele Lerner for her award from the Nation Association of Real Estate Editors on a @washingtonpost story about bringing the outdoors inside, which features our bathroom renovation by @aidandesign ! The judges wrote: “She finds the perfect couple to illustrate the theme of her story. They lie by a nature trail, so they wanted to add natural stone to the shower.” Great story Michele, and it was a pleasure to speak to you!
Story linked in bio
📷 @stacyzaringoldberg

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Dec 10

So thrilled to be working with a new client, Michigan design firm @arminainteriors. I just love how luminous her work is, and her use of dramatic light fixtures. Enjoy!

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Nov 20

Welcome to DC Mayor @murielbowser's home, where designer Trystin Kier Francis of @thekiercompany painted this chest purple with gold hardware. Regal, just like the mayor, Trystin told me. I agree! Full story at the link in my bio.

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Oct 6

Is anyone else in need of some calm right now? Take me away, @m.naeve!
(For more #kipsbaydallas escapism, link in bio 🖤)
📷 @stephen_karlisch_photo

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Oct 2

@markdsikes does it again at #kipsbaydallas with this dreamy living room, Happy Friday!
Link to more images and virtual tour in bio
📷 @stephen_karlisch_photo

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Oct 1

I ADORE this sweet mudroom by @erinsander at #kipsbaydallas. Photos and link to virtual tour on the blog, link in bio 🖤

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Sep 30

Now on the blog: a tour of #kipsbaydallas with sumptuous images like this one of a Jackie Kennedy-inspired lady’s study by @janshowers. Link in bio!
📷 @stephen_karlisch_photo

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Sep 27

Sunset at our @acorndeckhouse, photo by Chal Sergent