Interior designer, Charlotte Moss was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. The rich history of her birthplace had a profound effect on her. In an article, HGTV.com said that she exudes great warmth, humor and Southern charm.

Informed, gracious, authentic design is evidence of a life lived that way.

The New York City based designer opened her design company in 1985. Her design style is Traditional, Eclectic with a nod to both the historical elegance of the past and modern necessities like comfort and livability of today.

In her July 2016 House Beautiful column, Charlotte Moss on Living History she encourages the reader to: “Go, see, do…. three simple ideas I implore you to embrace.” 

Charlotte Moss has written nine interior design books.

In reviews of her book it is said:

“The queen of ‘why not’ approach to decorating spills her trade secrets and methodology.” ~Life in a Venti Cup

“Moss creates atmosphere, charm, and character like no one else.” ~LoftLife Magazine

In a Feb 2012 House Beautiful article, Master Class: Meet Designer Charlotte Moss she states: “Photography is a discipline that makes you focus. It can be very spiritual — it puts you in the moment.” 

Charlotte Moss has partnered with design companies to create licensed collections: Brunschwig & Fils, Fabricut, Pickard China, Century Furniture, Stark, Agraria, and  Soicher-Marin.

Check out her website: charlottemoss.com 

Her Cavalier King Charles Spaniels: Oscar and Daisy

Her Favorite Paint Color: Vert de Terre from Farrow & Ball

A link to an interesting article on C.M.:

http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2007-01-14/features/0701140466_1_hotel-rooms-decorators-flea-markets
Or checkout Charlotte Moss on Pinterest for gobs of pins showing her gardens and interiors:

I hope you find some inspiration from the rooms and gardens of this amazing interior designer.

InJOY-Trisha 

Sources:           https://phillystylemag.com, https://houseandhome.com, https://housebeautiful.com, https://amazon.com,   https://Wikipedia, https://onekingslane/Rosie D’Argenzio

“I have been looking at the world all my life and what I see is rather beautiful.”                                                                                                                                  -David Hockney

David Hockney is an English painter, draughtsman, printmaker, stage designer and photographer. Part of the Pop Art Movement of the 1960’s, he is considered one of the most influential British Artists of the 20th Century.

“Teaching drawing is the teaching of looking. Most people don’t look hard at all. They just scan the road in front of them.”                                                             -David Hockney

Untitled, 468 an iPad drawing printed on paper, 2010

 

“Color is a very subjective thing. We all see it a little bit differently.”                -David Hockney

Garden, a view of the artists Los Angeles home

“The moment you cheat for the sake of beauty, you know you are an artist.”  -David Hockney

His new book: A History of Pictures (Abrams) Co-written with Martin Gayford

And his book by Taschen Titled Hockney 

His website: http://www.hockneypictures.com is a brilliant resource. Check out his many works of art by decade. 

His new exhibition at the Tate Gallery now thru May 29th showing an extensive collection of work across six decades. http://www.tate.org.uk

What an amazing career he has had. He will soon be celebrating his 80th Birthday. His colorful landscapes and interiors just make me smile. I hope you found some inspiration in his works.

inJOY-Trisha

Sources: ELLE DÉCOR (December 2016 Issue), http://www.tate.org.uk, http://www.wikipedia.com, http://www.hockneypictures.com 

When picking furniture and accessories for your home it is good to keep this information in mind. We all want to have a beautiful and healthy home. 

Here is a link to Mother Earth Living Article: 

3 Most Toxic Chemicals in Your Home

1. Flame Retardants

2. Formaldehyde

3. Triclosan

http://www.motherearthliving.com/healthy-home/toxic-chemicals-in-your-home-zmhz12ndzmel

inJOY-Trisha

Who inspires you and your design? I have always found inspiration from the classic style of interior designer, Bunny Williams. 
“Your home should be the most comfortable place you can imagine.”                                   -Bunny Wiliams 

Here is an article on her:

You might recognize her name from the Ballard Designs Catalog. http://www.ballarddesigns.com 

Check out Bunny Williams| How to Decorate Ideas and Inspiration from Ballard Design. http://www.howtodecorate.com

You can also check out her website http://www.bunnywilliams.com or purchase one of her many books.

“It’s important not to paint your house with a confusing riot of colors. I like to use a lot of soft warm beiges to keep rooms coherent while giving them character.”                          -Bunny Williams Southern Living August 2015

In that article she recommended Sherwin Williams Steamed Milk (Walls) 

and Ibis White (Trim)

Winter is the perfect time to sit by the fire and find design inspiration in magazines, books and online. I hope this inspires you.

inJOY-Trisha

I came across this and thought I would share it.

Keys to Success by Martha Stewart 

1. Build your success on something you love.

2. Focus your attention on the basic things that people need and want.

3. Create a business plan that allows you to stay true to your big idea and focus on the details. Then be flexible to change as it grows.

4. Teach so you can learn.

5. Use smart, cost effective promotional techniques.

6. Strive for quality in every decision, every day.

7. Build an A-team.

8. So the pie isn’t perfect? Cut it in wedges.

9. Take risks, not chances.

10. Make it beautiful.

Source: The Martha Rules
Martha Stewart has so many resources available for ideas and inspiration in gardening, diy, recipes and home decor.

Her BOOKS: 77 publish beginning with the 1982 classic Entertaining

Her MAGAZINE:

Her BLOG:

Her WEBSITE:

As an 80’s bride Martha Stewart has guided me through the years in the kitchen and in the garden. I hope you find inspiration from her as well.

inJOY-Trisha