Saturday, March 26, 2011

The Humble with the Splendid



When interviewed for a thirteen page spread in Utah Homes & Garden Magazine, I was asked what my design philosophy was in building our new Country Home




That's easy,  The Humble with the Splendid




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Some People like Silver, I LOVE Gold





I also Love my French and Italian Chandeliers





This is the other gold mirror, this time without the base.  I can't believe that we transported both mirrors in our old truck.  They arrived without a scratch.


Have a great weekend, my dear Blogging Friends

Gina


All Utah Homes and Garden photography by Mikel Covey
Montage photographs by Gina




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35 comments:

  1. Mark D. RuffnerMarch 25, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Congratulations, Gina! The beauty and charm of your house will doubtlessly make for one of the most popular editions of the magazine. Did they use the montage format in the magazine, too?

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  2. FrancescaMarch 26, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Congratulations on the feature, Gina!

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  3. GinaMarch 26, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Hello Mark, The montage series I did yesterday, walking around my house. The straight photographs, for the magazine, were shot a few years ago by a very talented photographer, Mikel Covey. My "reproductions" don't do them justice.

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  4. GinaMarch 26, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Dear Francesca, It is nice to have a record of your house, especially when it was done by a wonderful magazine.
    I have been ejoying your forays into your hilltop garden in Italy...soon I will be able to do the same.

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  5. Theresa CheekMarch 26, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    THis is fabulous GIna! Your style is a wonderful balance of both worlds. I might be coming to steal a chandelier!

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  6. LaPouyetteMarch 26, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    My Goodness Gina - You are living in a Palace! And this in the middle of an Alfalfa field, very exiting!

    Lieben Gruss aus meiner "Huette" im Périgord
    karin

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  7. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Congratulations, Gina, on the magazine! Your house is such an inspiration for European style! I have always loved everything about your design, and now everyone can enjoy it through the article. Which issue of the magazine is it?

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  8. AnnMarch 26, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Whoa!!!
    How cool! I agree- you do live in a palace...and one that I intend to visit some day.

    I can't wait!

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  9. HeidiMarch 26, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Wow, your home is amazing.....

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  10. Karen @ Pas Grand-ChoseMarch 27, 2011 at 3:19 AM

    You have an absolutely gorgeous home, Gina. There's beauty in the details as much as the bigger picture, and your artist's eye for colour is evident everywhere - just beautiful!

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  11. GinaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    Dear Theresa, You own a few items I would like to steal,

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  12. GinaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Dear Karin, Deine Huette in the Perigord ist wunderschoen. We are thinking of coming your way next Fall. What do you think?

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  13. GinaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Dear Barbara, Thank you for your compliments. It was their Anniversary Issue. The magazine won many awards but sadly, was not able to contimue publishing.

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  14. GinaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Dear Ann, Have you noticed that when you mass all of your favorites together (especially anything that glitters) it becomes more special. You are invited, anytime.

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  15. GinaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Hello Heidi, Welcome to my blog and thank you for becoming a follower.

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  16. GinaMarch 27, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Dear Karen, I was blown away by this morning's post of your trip to Beijing. Your photographs are splendid.

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  17. Snippets of thymeMarch 27, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Wow. These photos are certainly eye candy for sure. What a thrill and an honor for you!

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  18. GinaMarch 29, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Dear Sarah, Thank you, you are very sweet. Loved your New Orleans post.

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  19. My Castle in SpainMarch 30, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Gina, I wonder if fabulous is actually the right word because it's even more than that! Love the shades of golden yellow and the colorful flower prints...Congratulations for the feature!

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  20. Christine and StevenMarch 31, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Yes it is a fabulous home. Even more so than the pictures show!

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  21. GinaApril 1, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Hi Christine and hello Steven, Champagne is on Ice, come on over.

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  22. GinaApril 1, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Dear Lala, Been following you around wishing to be in sunshine, shopping at your farmers' markets.

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  23. Linda MerrillApril 1, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Wow Gina - I knew your home would be spectacular - and it is! Congrats on such an amazing magazine spread!

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  24. GinaApril 2, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Thank you Linda, It means a lot to get such praise from such a talented designer. Enjoy your upcoming trip.

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  25. lvroftiquesJune 9, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    Oh how beautiful! It's more the splendid with the splendid! *winks* WOW!! Vanna

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  26. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJune 9, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Gina, I guess this is the first time I have seen pictures of your home. It is absolutley gorgeous and I am in love with your kitchen. Thanks for joining my party.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  27. GinaJune 11, 2011 at 5:25 AM

    Hi Lvroftiques, There is plenty of the humble mixed in somewhere. Thank you for your visit, hope you visit again.
    Gina

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  28. GinaJune 11, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    Dear Sherry, Thank you for your sweet compliment. I am so pleased to read your compliments. It means a lot. Thank You.
    Gina

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  29. Keetha BroylesAugust 13, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Simply lovely.

    Well - - - - not really simple - - - elaborately lovely!!!

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  30. Chari at Happy To DesignAugust 14, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Hi Gina...

    Ohhhh my goodness...your home is absolutely FABULOUS, my friend! I certainly can see how and why is made the Home and Garden magazine!!! Ohh...I didn't see anything that I didn't love! What a talented designer you are! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely home...and this sweet post with us for the Sunday Favorites party! This was such a treat!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari

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  31. GinaAugust 16, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    HJi Chari, You are such a sweet lady. Thank you for letting me be part of your beautiful blog posts. It is always a treat to visit your blog.

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  32. GinaAugust 16, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Hi Keetha, Thank you for your lovely compliment. It is so appreciated.

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  33. Becca BertottiAugust 24, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    WOW ... what a FABULOUS well-deserved feature! Your home is beyond exquisite! I want to linger in your kitchen ... congratulations!

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  34. Becca BertottiAugust 24, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    PS ... meant to add that I'm drooling over all of your gorgeous chandeliers! *Becca* (new follower by way of WUW)

    www.adventuresindecorating1.blogspot.com

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  35. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 29, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    What a gorgeous home. Congrats on the magazine spread. I need to look at your blog more and see more. Thanks for joining WOW.

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