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Travel to the Loire Anyone?
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration, Travel on March 22, 2012
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE
Back in September many of you followed me on my adventures to Geneva Switzerland for business, and over to the Loire where I experienced the magical splendor of the French Countryside with insider Jonathan Robinson.
As I continued to post of my experience: visits to world famous chateaux, fabulous local flea markets called brocantes filled with french antiques and accessories, and the delight of local cuisine and wines…plus my magical stay at the restored 19th century water-mill, Moulin Bregeon; many expressed an interest in a trip like this as well.
So, here it is. The first ever trip designed for…Designers and Design Lovers. Scheduled right after the annual Maison & Objet fair in Paris (September 7th-11th), making it easy to extend your trip another week perhaps?
With Jonathan’s local insight and artistic eye, as well as the years of restoring his water mill and now his small village, you will get entry into places not normally open to tourists. Watch old world artisans forge metal into ornate french iron work, tour private chateau and rummage through local barns and attics to find hidden away antiques and accessories.
And, of course…stay at the charming Moulin Bregeon with fellow designers and friends. The actual invitation will be up on my site through May. Reservations are required by the end of May, although RSVP’s would be appreciated earlier. We would like to have no more then 10 people to keep it as intimate as possible, so of course, first come and so on.
Are you in? For more information along with downloadable specifics visit my page right here on this site. It has all the information you will need to know. And of course, for anything I may have missed, or you want to know, leave a comment below, or contact me directly. I can guarantee, this is one experience you won’t want to miss!
For other opportunities and group travel to this magnificent place, you can contact me directly as well! It makes for a great family get away or a special event destination.
Uptown Design District-Shopping Palm Springs
Posted by Irene Turner in Interior Design & Renovation, Product/Trend Alert!, Travel on October 25, 2011
I love the city of Palm Springs! From old world Spanish architecture, classic mid-century modern homes once owned by such luminaries as the Rat Pack and Cary Grant; to unique furniture stores and the best re-sell furniture shops around…Palm Springs is definitely a destination for those serious about finding unusual and one of kind items for their home.
And not just mid-century either. Continue reading “Uptown Design District-Shopping Palm Springs” »
Châteaux Anyone?-#4 in the Loire Valley Chronicles
Posted by Irene Turner in Architecture, Travel on October 11, 2011
Traveling through the country side in the Loire Valley is an odyssey of luscious green fields and old stone towns. Each town comes with it’s requisite church, and of course…it’s magnificent family chateau. Continue reading “Châteaux Anyone?-#4 in the Loire Valley Chronicles” »
Geneva, Switzerland-via Santa Rosa Interior Design
Posted by Irene Turner in Travel on October 4, 2011
As you know, I’ve recently returned from my trip to Geneva and the Loire Valley. Fabulous trip, and although I lived for a short while in Zurich, Switzerland, I had never been to Geneva before. It’s a wonderful city! Even though I was there to work, I still had time to stroll around the streets, traversing from the lake, to old town, the Champel District to the Rive, and PlainPalais!
Nestled between Lake Geneva and the Alps, Geneva hosts some of the best skiing in Europe including Mt. Blanc and Chamonix. Historically, Geneva was the birthplace of the Red Cross organisation and even now it is viewed as the capital of peace and neutrality, hosting the headquarters of the UN and other international organisations.Also know as the home to great watches, and fabulous chocolate, it is the 5th most expensive city in the world…and I will attest to that! Continue reading “Geneva, Switzerland-via Santa Rosa Interior Design” »
Brocantes-Part 3 of the Loire Valley Chronicles-an invitation
Posted by Irene Turner in Interior Design & Renovation, Product/Trend Alert!, Travel on September 29, 2011
So…you saw the fabulous Moulin Bregeon, and the rooms in the homes in Linières-Bouton…all those fabulous pieces of furniture and pieces of art, china and accessories…all of them…came from the local Brocantes in the Loire Valley.
I want to know from all of you…yes, you designers, architects, home retailers and people restoring or renovating your own home…are you interested in coming to the Loire and joining a group to tour around the country side, check out the brocantes to buy what strikes your fancy, and put in a group container to ship back home? Continue reading “Brocantes-Part 3 of the Loire Valley Chronicles-an invitation” »










