Fabulous French Designer

I have recently come across the work of Nathalie Vingot Mei, a French designer and decorator based in  Aix en Provence. Her work has been published in a number of magazines including "Art and Decoration", "Australian Country Style" and "Marie-Claire Maison".

Her style is relaxed, yet with great attention to detail. Her  understated interiors have a comfortable, lived in look rather than that contrived and 'decorated' look.

She uses vintage finds from flea markets and antique stores which gives her interiors an individuality that is so appealing.

A simple linen curtain is given a lift with a pretty border.

Her bedrooms are understated and romantic.

She is particularly clever with her decor for children.

And here are some of her bathrooms which illustrate her style of simplicity balanced with touches of luxury.

I'd love to know what you think of her style

Till next time

Sharon x

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Gorgeous Garden in Provence

I wanted to show you this gorgeous garden in Provence.


 

It is a lovely mixture of formal, like the clipped box hedges and informal, like the random arrangement of pots.

I love this terrace with it's pretty fountain and row of potted trees.

A casual dining area on the gravel.

A charming little pool house overlooks the lawns and the pool.

I have never seen cypresses pruned with such precision!

Wrought iron, statues, pretty pots - all the things that I love.

There is something so romantic about an arch with climbing roses.

 

An island of agapanthus!

I knew you would want a glimpse of the interior as well!

So pretty.

I adore the scrubbed pine table.

 

Till next time

Sharon x

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L' Ambiance

If you are planning a holiday to Provence or maybe just dreaming about a holiday in Provence, I have found just the place for you! Just 5 minutes drive from Gordes in the quaint hilltop village of Goult, you will find this lovely 17th century home.

 This home has been decorated with fine antiques and beautiful artwork.

French doors leading out of the light filled kitchen into the garden.

Look, there is even a place to do your blogging!

Inside L'Ambiance there are 3 bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom, and private sitting area.

So pretty!

 

 I love the colours used in this bedroom.

Serene and simple.

Dining in the dappled shade

A good spot to read a book. Notice the quaint fountain in the background.

Beautiful view from a beautiful garden.

The beautiful scent of jasmine awaits your arrival.

Well, my bags are packed...

...and I'm ready to go. How about you?

Reservation details here

Till next time

Sharon x