Ahh, the First Days of Spring!

It's a glorious day here in Richmond, VA and I'm wearing short sleeves for the first time this season (yes, my forearms are quite pale). Nicki and I are sitting on my front porch while I look at and order some carpet samples for a new project I'm working on. Have a good day!

Nicki-Noodle relaxing on my front porch steps!

Palazzo Margherita

As I was browsing USA Today, I learned of Francis Ford Coppola's newest venture - a resort in the small Italian town of Bernalda in the Basilicata region where his grandfather Agostino Coppola was born.  The resort, Palazzo Margherita, is in a 19th century palazzo renovated with the help of famed French interior designer Jacques Grange.  I immediately went online to check it out at http://www.palazzomargherita.com/.  I thought I'd share some of my favorite photos with you.



Courtyard Service

I can imagine starting my day with a lovely breakfast in the courtyard.  Or finishing my day here with a glass of wine.

Suite Nine

I love this tile herringbone floor and the wall paintings! Mixing turquoise and orange tones is very en vogue right now.

Suite Nine Bathroom Sink

More tile and marble love!

Light fixture

Do you think anyone would notice if I packed up this beauty and took her home with me?

Hallway

I hope he's taking those flowers to my suite nine!  Love, love, love all the marble clad walls and barrel vaulted ceiling. 

Okay, it's back to reality now...while dreaming of exotic excursions to come!