How we do it

     We love to travel; and the thought of a fall vacation spent at a private Tuscan retreat sounds like the perfect way to relax before the hustle of the Holiday season.  We also understand that due to the current economic conditions many of us are choosing to spend more time at home. But there’s no reason to sacrifice the feeling of relaxation a European escape brings.  You can recreate the escape of a classic Italian garden waiting just behind the next cast iron gate each time you retreat to your bedroom. Given a little thought, it’s easier than you think to capture the style of Europe right in your own bedroom; you’ll visit Italy, Spain or France every night of the week. 

The Charles P. Rogers’ Florentine Canopy Bed is reminiscent of the Italian ironwork found in the villas of Tuscany as illustrated in the 15^th century, historic vacation home, “Villa Le Rose”.  Add a custom duvet cover or window treatments in Jab Anstoetz’s Soleil Bleu Claire design from the Provence collection for unmistakable European flavor. Step from your bed each morning onto the luxurious feel of a Stark carpet from their European Designed rug line and experience the unmatched quality of true indulgence.  If you’re opting for the perfect finishing touch, Benjamin Moore’s, Historic color paint collection offers you all the choices you need to design your own peacefully lavish bedroom.

   The Charles P. Rogers Alexandria Canopy Bed, an authentic 19^th century European canopy bed cast in solid brass, is another superb choice for the bedroom of the travel-loving designer who wants to pass through Europe each and every day. Paired with  European linens woven from premium quality yarns,  you’ll vacation every night.

   Are you a hopeless romantic longing to recreate the ville de l'amour in your home? Look no further than the Iron-brass sleigh bed from Charles P. Rogers to add the perfect Pièce de résistance to your bedroom. The hand cast decorative accents and custom antique finish are something right out of a French cottage. Pair with a custom duvet cover from Jab Anstoetz's Chivasso  Emperor's Garden   fabric from the Whispers collection or the Palmette wallcovering from the Weitzner Limited Enduit Collection and you'll be sleeping right in the heart of Paris.

   Or maybe you’re more interested in incorporating the essence of the Dutch Countryside into your home. With the Normandie Daybed, you can bring functionality and a sleek design with lines akin to Mondrian and apply Dutch design ideas with understated wood. Made from plantation Mahogany, the beautiful hand stained wood is left simple and functional to make a statement. Try a custom window treatment with Pollack’s Aura fabric to add personality and keep your Dutch retreat all to yourself!
   If you are unsure of how to display your treasured mementoes or hate to part with an uncertain accessory, visit Apartment Therapy’s Eclectic Decorator Blog for just the right tips!  

  
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