Mary Freeland | May 11, 2011
If your idea of cleaning a room is to sweep it with a glance, then the answer is a resounding “no”! As it turns out, the stereotypes of the little Italian grandmothers out scrubbing their front steps early every morning are absolutely true.
Mary Freeland | July 24, 2010
Whether you choose a cotton fabric for your draperies or a vineyard-inspired print for your upholstery, your Tuscan home has to include soft furnishings as well as the beautiful-but-hard appearance of wood and stone.
Mary Freeland | July 9, 2010
Perhaps one of the most common errors when it comes to Tuscan living room design is the layout of the space. Not only is the style of your furniture important, but how you place that furniture makes a huge difference in the overall success of your design.
Mary Freeland | May 28, 2010
In past posts, we’ve talked a lot about natural materials like stone and wood and how important they are in Tuscan décor. But it’s important to keep in mind that upholstered furnishings have their place as well. How inviting and comfortable would your living room be if you only had wood benches and marble-topped tables? You also need some upholstered sofas and chairs that invite family members and guests to relax and stay awhile!
Mary Freeland | April 16, 2010
While carpeting is a favorite flooring option on this side of the Atlantic, traditional Italian homes tend to feature hard floors. With wood, tile, and stone all commonly found in Tuscan décor, you have tons of options for installing an old-world look over here in the New World!
Mary Freeland | April 9, 2010
From the very earliest Tuscans, stone has played an important role in both architecture and interior décor. While the ancient Etruscans and Romans used stone for the actual construction of their buildings, today’s Tuscan homes feature stone as a practical, decorative element in just about every room.
