Monday, August 27, 2018

The Humble and the Splendid


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




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.




Wishing you nothing but the splendid

Gina


All Utah Homes and Garden photography by Mikel Covey
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12 comments:

  1. MaryAugust 27, 2018 at 10:04 AM

    Truly golden splendor! I've never felt so happy in a home as I did in Villa Vista!
    Thank you and Mr. G again for everything - you are so special.

    Love, Mary & Bob XX

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    1. GinaAugust 27, 2018 at 1:18 PM

      Dear Mary, You had a very eventful visit. I'm happy to hear that you can look back and say it was a good visit.
      I am so pleased that your first try at painting ceramics turned out so well. You are a fine painter and I can't wait to see what you will paint next.

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  2. AnonymousAugust 27, 2018 at 1:00 PM

    How did you come to live where you do? Job transfer? Lottery winnings? Just always wanted to live in an alfalfa field?

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    1. GinaAugust 27, 2018 at 1:15 PM

      Hello Anon

      You will find Alfalfa in the side bar. That will give you all the answers.

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  3. LorrieAugust 27, 2018 at 10:41 PM

    It all looks very splendid, but comfortable and welcoming, too. I like your design philosophy.

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  4. GinaAugust 28, 2018 at 7:40 AM

    Hi Lorrie,
    My design philosophy has worked for us. It makes it possible to use what you have, pieces collected over 50 years.
    Thank you for your visit.

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  5. AnonymousAugust 29, 2018 at 12:34 AM

    Gina, so glad I found your blog. I love the staircase and the dining room with all those glass doors.
    What a beautiful life you and your husband have created.
    Myrna

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  6. GinaAugust 29, 2018 at 6:28 AM

    Hello Myrna
    I'm so glad you found me. Thank you for leaving a comment. Hope you come back for another visit.

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  7. AnonymousAugust 30, 2018 at 2:19 PM

    Gina,

    I happened upon your blog a number of months ago. Your site is a delight and a work of art. I have so enjoyed reading the "older post." Can't wait to make the cherry kirsch! Your home is truly beautiful and so love, love your garden. Lyn

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    1. GinaAugust 30, 2018 at 2:43 PM

      Dear Lyn,
      You have made my day. How sweet of you to send all those nice compliments. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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  8. DaydreamerAugust 30, 2018 at 5:35 PM

    This is so Splendid, I can sort of see the humble! Just stunningly Beautiful, I think!

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    1. GinaAugust 31, 2018 at 5:09 AM

      Hello Daydreamer,
      Thank you for your lovely compliment. The humble is there but mostly overshadowed by the gold. Thank you for stopping by.

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