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“I think my own personal style is a bit of French design [and] a little bit of English, but I just love that overly collected, curated, layered space that looks lived in and comfortable,” Paige says.

Designer Paige Kontrafouris Layers Her 100-Year-Old Home with Collected Treasures

February 11, 2026

Velvet sofas and acrylic tables pair perfectly with an antique painted hutch in the living room.

This Southern Home Puts a Unique Spin on Classic European Charm

A shining example of Anthony’s ability to both update and honor the property’s past, the original wallpaper that was uncovered in the revamp was the inspiration for the overall design. “When we were renovating, we saw a little bit peeping through,” Anthony says, noting that, as they continued to uncover it, they realized it was in better shape than expected. For the areas that couldn’t be saved, he used a Venetian plaster to create a patchwork effect, and a layer of beige paper was left in spots as well, creating what Anthony describes as a “soulful backdrop that feels really unique.”

Tour a Dreamy Paris-Inspired Getaway in Upstate New York

This French-Style Cottage Is a Collector’s Dream Come True

A dining table adorned with a bouquet of fresh blooms in soft shades of lilac, blush, coral, and cream beckons guests to enjoy an enchanting alfresco experience amid a backdrop of lush greenery.

Elegance à la Française: Set an Enchanting Alfresco Table

The Bedroom of This French-Style Home Is Our Dream Come True

March 23, 2020

This Home Was Inspired by Some of our Favorite French-Style Designers

March 18, 2020

This Sophisticated Cottage Is Full of French Style

February 12, 2020

The Essential Elements of French Cottage Style

January 24, 2020

This Food Editor’s Kitchen Is a Lesson in Small-Space Design

October 2, 2019

French Style in Louisiana

August 7, 2019

Bring French Style to Your Home with These 7 Tips

July 10, 2019

Cottage Charm in New Orleans

May 8, 2019

French-style light blue and white bedroom

SNEAK PEEK: Our French Home Special Issue Is Swoon-Worthy

April 4, 2019

Accidental French Style and Plenty of Windows Create an Effortlessly Elegant...

February 20, 2019

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