Country Christmas

I posted a few photos from Tricia Foley's house in my Merry Mantels post and just found out she has her own blog, In the Country.  The rest of the entire house was featured in Country Home and is a great example of decorating for the holidays with a lighter touch.  I think her Christmas look would be perfect for those who celebrate in a warmer climate.  Happy Holidays!

Photos John Bessler for Country Home

Country Chic

It's going to be over 80 degrees today in New York today and that makes it a great weekend to getaway.  A perfect place to do so would be the country house in Connecticut owned by designers Richard Lambertson and John Truex.  The showhouse room in my last post reflected more of their city style while this home is clearly channeling country chic.  It was featured in the October 2008 issue of Elle Decor and you can read about all the details online but the photos pretty much speak for themselves.  I especially love the library and the office.  More importantly, I wonder if they have room for one more this weekend!

Photos by Pieter Estersohn for Elle Decor