tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post2523575814937575706..comments2024-02-26T07:35:50.281-08:00Comments on the style saloniste: Design and Travel Inspiration: Architectural Heritage UnseenDiane Dorrans Saekshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-2701990511188670282010-10-25T13:12:04.416-07:002010-10-25T13:12:04.416-07:00Absolutely fantastic. Thanks so much for sharing t...Absolutely fantastic. Thanks so much for sharing this spectacular palace.Laura Casey Interiorshttp://www.lauracaseyinteriors.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-43068625346369373722010-10-20T20:26:27.468-07:002010-10-20T20:26:27.468-07:00Oh... Ah... I love these castles, these mansions.....Oh... Ah... I love these castles, these mansions... ah... the gardens! These places take me away from reality. They take me to some time when everything was romantic and dreamy!<br /><br />Thanks Diane, to let me travel, in my mind!<br /><br />RenataRG _ into the studiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05811736280502691147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-44522601350172646132010-10-16T01:52:10.013-07:002010-10-16T01:52:10.013-07:00My dear, The Duke's library makes my heart sin...My dear, The Duke's library makes my heart sing! I do share your philosophy of travelling when you said "I love to travel to see Indian palaces, French chateaus, artists’ studios, Paris pavilions, Antwerp gardens, and Venetian palazzi".A Super Dilettantehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02640893790909916004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-10018935493555186022010-10-15T17:31:11.682-07:002010-10-15T17:31:11.682-07:00I enjoyed this post and learning about Rundāle Pal...I enjoyed this post and learning about Rundāle Palace. <br /><br />One of my favourite travel activities is visiting European churches and palaces, and this article made me feel like I was there. The cream and pastel colours remind me of the beautiful Russian and Scandinavian palaces. I am astounded at the level of craftsmanship and expertise in these restorations. Here in Toronto, recently we’ve had a great many east European immigrants, and happily they are bringing many of these old world skills here and the quality of workmanship in new luxury homes is much improved. <br /><br />You know it is very funny how such newly restored rooms quickly take on the patina of age with masses of tourists visiting. That is why conservation in historic buildings is so important. I was recently to Sans Souci at Potsdam outside of Berlin, and visitors must wear very thick felt slippers when walking upon the parquet floors. Not only do they avoid wear and tear, the wood quickly achieved the loveliest polish! I think I’m going to starting doing that at home too!<br /><br />As for the interiors you’ve shown, I like the ceramic stoves, the French doors, painted furniture and boiseries, mirrors, the light colours, the overall freshness of the rooms. Of course the formal 18th century gardens are superb. For another take on this look see the incredible Chanel spring 2011 collection (on their website) in which Lagergfeld’s setting/ backdrop is a black and white vision of such a garden, as seen in the 1961 film, L'Année dernière à Marienbad.<br /><br />Now I’m going to look on a map and see exactly where Lativia is….<br />Thank you so much.Square with Flairhttp://squarewithflair.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-38594512462802544742010-10-15T11:54:54.576-07:002010-10-15T11:54:54.576-07:00HI KARENA-
It was wonderful to discover Rundale Pa...HI KARENA-<br />It was wonderful to discover Rundale Palace in Latvia because I have studied architecture of the region--Stockholm, St Petersburg, Helsinki, northern Germany etc--and this palace is part of the 18th century history of the Baltic. It is astonishing to think of the artists, gilders, architects, furniture makers, floor crafters, glass makers, and all the talent that made these exquisite palaces--criss-crossing Europe for years, in coaches, lots of serfs, and the highest levels of craftsmanship in these remote places. I am so happy you are following along.<br />Ms. Braswell, Dear-<br />So happy you are visiting and finding my travel and design stories stimulating and original.<br />I have some exciting features coming up, and hope you will travel along with me.<br />cheers, DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-32497639864379054592010-10-13T09:49:27.941-07:002010-10-13T09:49:27.941-07:00Adored traveling with you..the photos were divine....Adored traveling with you..the photos were divine. Great post. xx peggybraswelldesign.comBRASWELLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18198524833880118838noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-74633922429948995172010-10-12T22:53:28.742-07:002010-10-12T22:53:28.742-07:00Diane, I am always entranced by your posting. Your...Diane, I am always entranced by your posting. Your research, the divine places you visit. I would love to walk in your footsteps. Inspiration everywhere!<br /><br />xoxo<br />Karena<br />Art by KarenaKarenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05206642885608991170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-68402454128891847482010-10-12T22:50:22.542-07:002010-10-12T22:50:22.542-07:00HI DEAR COLUMNIST-
This is such a great question-...HI DEAR COLUMNIST-<br /><br />This is such a great question--is the palace 'out of place'?<br /><br />Well, think of it as Versailles...think of it as the Hermitage...a very rich show of power and wealth and beauty among the peasants.<br /><br />I also think of it this way: anyone who creates beauty out of chaos, and who hired artists and architects and designers and mirror-makers and weavers and chair-makers and upholsterers and painters to create beauty--is doing a wonderful thing.<br /><br />The history of the Baltic--and of France and Italy and most of Europe--was in its churches and monasteries and palaces, where all the beauty was concentrated. This grandeur inspired everyone and uplifted them (and perhaps lead to the French Revolution and other revolutions). It is fascinating--and thank you for bringing this up.<br />Latvia: it was a relatively agrarian society, fishing, etc trade...not a grand or rich country. The palace is large...the duke thought big. I hope you will see it.<br />stay in touch, very best, DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-44096740084552718772010-10-12T22:42:36.384-07:002010-10-12T22:42:36.384-07:00HI DEAR FRIENDS--
In fact, hi dear Girlfriends...
...HI DEAR FRIENDS--<br />In fact, hi dear Girlfriends...<br />How lovely to hear from you, with your enthusiasm and taste for life and adventure and sense of exploration.<br /><br />Albarosa-so happy you enjoyed the marshmallow and I sending you now a pistachio and a pine needle one.<br /><br />Tricia-I know if I look at your photos--the creek, the bridge, the water...I could figure out exactly where it is.Would have through Bolinas, but no bridge there. Or Larkspur? must be close...very happy to hear from you. No...where is it? Somewhere about 30 minutes from where I live. I used to know Mimi...and all the yarn ladies. Fascinating.<br />Happy to hear about Harry Seidler.<br /><br />Gwen-loved your note, and adore your blog.<br /><br />Sande--I always love my Canadian readers. I joke to friends that 'My blog is big in Canada' and they say--that's because Canadians are so well-educated and literate. A nice comment, to be sure. (I sometimes jest that 'my blog is big in Belgium'...and Belgians are certainly style-setters and literate as well.)<br /><br />Loved hearing from you all...and please come for a visit with me--and I will take you on a new adventure...lots more up my sleeve..<br />cheers, DIANE<br /><br />Kit--yes, tea! let's do it, at the same place.Diane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-13051217379534804552010-10-12T22:15:38.963-07:002010-10-12T22:15:38.963-07:00Thank you for putting this on the map, (for me). T...Thank you for putting this on the map, (for me). Travel does indeed broaden the mind, and I do enjoy this sense of purpose. <br /><br />One wonders whether the palace seems out of place in that country, (then) and even now. Did you get any sense of that after you visited? (This question shows my complete lack of knowledge about Latvian history, and its importance in C18th Europe.)columnisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03764365428633038329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-77554821273132521902010-10-12T17:01:41.810-07:002010-10-12T17:01:41.810-07:00Diane, another delightful description, this time o...Diane, another delightful description, this time of a place I have never visited but very high on my list (India and the Baltic region are a must). I am sure the book you suggested will be full of inspiration for my next trip.<br />Thanks for the delicious saffron marshmallows...!!!I really enjoyed them...!!!Brillante Interiorshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05829930791068801175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-16755560869517918082010-10-12T14:30:46.669-07:002010-10-12T14:30:46.669-07:00Amazing and beautiful. Thank you for always intro...Amazing and beautiful. Thank you for always introducing me to something fabulous. You are the best!Gwen Driscollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09098560474358923354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-90397494341315692182010-10-12T12:21:21.095-07:002010-10-12T12:21:21.095-07:00Hi Diane thanks for a wonderful post; I love to tr...Hi Diane thanks for a wonderful post; I love to travel "vicariously" with you..and this time to the Baltic Sea and this amazing castle...<br /><br />Time for tea? :)<br /><br />Kit*Chic Provence*https://www.blogger.com/profile/06520485138167646348noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-88421035751395578272010-10-12T11:54:26.768-07:002010-10-12T11:54:26.768-07:00Even better is when one leads the way, makes us wa...Even better is when one leads the way, makes us want to go and learn......and you do that so beautifully. I am going back to read your post and let the details sink in. Thank you for your travel stimulation. XOA Gift Wrapped Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07205794177017599676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-41139481951128373852010-10-12T08:52:36.536-07:002010-10-12T08:52:36.536-07:00inspirational!inspirational!Design Elementshttp://design-elements-blog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-18450672240245676372010-10-12T08:30:27.170-07:002010-10-12T08:30:27.170-07:00Beautiful post, thank you~
I have just bought the...Beautiful post, thank you~<br /><br />I have just bought the Harry Siedler book for my husband. He and Harry were friends in Sydney, Stefan had an apartment in Blues Point Tower which Harry furnished for him -long gone now !Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com