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For the past several years, I have really been into blue and greens. My mom still finds this so strange, I guess because I used to gravitate to more autumn colors than summer colors. In any case, this change of heart came around the time I started gathering things for what is now our house, and it is filled with plenty of blues and greens. Not to mention, those were the colors of our wedding.
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This 1890's Victorian on Long Island is right up my "new" alley. The simple shingle exterior alludes to the pretty, cheerful palette indoors.
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In the living room, grasscloth-covered walls contribute plenty of texture. Velvet curtains seem like an odd choice for a summer house, but in this bright apple green, they are perfect. And oh that sofa! The pleats on the bottom of the slipcover are divine!
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A little step ladder next to the sofa is filled with books, mementos from summers past, and of course, binoculars!
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Designer Kate Swope papered the guest bedroom in a sweet floral by Schumacher.
Photos by Michael Luppino for Country Living
3 comments:
i love that living room! i need a summer house...
i heart blue and green as well! my love for the colors grew when i started collecting the wine bottles. now i want to use it everywhere!
i LOVE the step ladder next to the sofa; such a great idea.
that will have to be hubby's next project...i emailing him now! :)
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