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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 7:53 AM
When you know the results of your answers, read the descriptions and see photos in the blog posts below.
Send this quiz to a friend and predict each other's results. Let me know how you did!
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 7:36 AM
BOHEMIAN FREE-SPIRIT * MEDITERRANEAN OLD-SOUL * EURO FARMHOUSE Your style expresses a sense of history,
emotion, and comfort with Western European, North African, and Middle Eastern
influences. Objects you display tell a story of your travels, history, and dreams. Those who answered mostly "a" may also have "e" leanings, especially in the Country Cottage category. Click "More" to see photos |
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 7:34 AM
CONTEMPORARY COOL CAT * ROCK 'N ROLL REBEL * RETRO
Minimalism allows you to appreciate your
design which has Art Deco, Neo-Classic, Biedermeier, Bauhaus, Mid-Century, or
Scandanavian influences. You may swing to the mid-century Frank Sinatra in Palm
Springs vibe. Or, rock out in an industrial Manhattan loft. This style has some "d" leanings - especially the Zen Spa-ster. Both enjoy the serene sense of "less is more".
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 7:26 AM
HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR PUSS * TRADITIONAL * CLASSIC Your style has wide range but with common ground - doses
of elegance and sophistication with tailored but comfortable furnishings. Louis XIV, XV, XVI, Regency, Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Beaux-arts, and all Revival and Colonial influences. Elements of this style cross over into many other styles described in this quiz. It's a matter of degree. Click "More" to see photos. |
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 7:25 AM
ZEN SPA-STER * TROPICAL BEACHCOMBER * COASTAL RETREAT Your style creates a peaceful and serene sanctuary with
minimal furnishings. It has several references to nature, especially water - whether
that be of a Far East island, the California coast, or Nantucket shores. This style has some "b" leanings - especially the "Contemporary Cool Cat". Both styles enjoy a sense of "less is more".
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 7:23 AM
MOUNTAIN LODGER * CRAFTSMAN * COUNTRY COTTAGE
In some ways, your style is similar to “a” but with
more Americana references. You may favor rustic, log furniture and river rock
fireplaces or charming wicker, bead board, and knotty pine. Frank Lloyd Wright
bungalows or Cape Cod cottages. Your furnishings are made from natural materials and with quality craftsmanship. "Cozy" is your middle name.
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Patti: Posted on Monday, April 22, 2013 10:47 AM
| A woman was strolling along a street in Paris when she spotted the world-famous painter, Pablo Picasso, sketching at a sidewalk cafe. She gathered the courage to approach him and asked if he could do a sketch of her and charge her accordingly. Picasso obliged, and minutes later, she found herself the owner of an original Picasso. She then asked what she owed him "Five thousand franc" he replied. "But it only took you three minutes", she politely reminded him. "No", said Picasso, "It took my entire life". Successful designs are not just pretty spaces but embody years of honing one's craft. |
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Patti: Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2013 8:08 AM
| A 1350 sq. ft. hilltop Napa Valley Home was remodeled and featured in a 7-part series in the Napa Valley Register. Click to read a condensed version:
Or, to see a slide show of this project, click below:
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Patti: Posted on Saturday, April 13, 2013 12:16 PM
My clients had just returned from a stay in a Covent Garden, London hotel and wanted to bring the same ambiance back across the pond. Their vacation was our inspiration for this master bedroom makeover. To see how it was done, click below - turn your speakers up and enjoy the show!
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Patti: Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2013 5:14 PM
No doubt about it, I have a passion for design. I love the creativity, the possibilities, the process, the relationships. I love to see clients "ooooh" and "ahhhh" on installation day. It's rewarding beyond belief. And, I have many other loves in my life including:  Animals, family and friends of course, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Albert King, Puccini, the old Motown girl groups, and the CAL Bears. Roaring ocean waves and foghorns. |
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Patti: Posted on Sunday, March 10, 2013 4:55 PM
 Customized Colors for this Tibetan Rug.
Just like childhood paint-by-numbers, I color-penciled in purple, lavender, turquoise, cream and gold to coordinate with a purple chenille loveseat and gold chenille chairs. Table fabricated by local artisan to our specifications.
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 11:13 PM
In August 2011, I debuted my new line of custom, painted lampshades. After years of searching for unique shades for my clients in Design Centers and Specialty Shops, I finally took matters into my own hands, literally, and created my own line.
Each shade is handcrafted through an 8-step metallic paint and glaze process that results in a pattern known in French as "craquele'". The jewel-like quality of the metallic finish was the inspiration for continuing the French theme with the name "Bijoux". |
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 11:12 PM
 42" x 42" Rustic Wreath made by PLC Interiors on behalf of CANV (Community Action of Napa Valley). Wreath raffled during the Castello di Amorosa's Wine Club annual holiday fundraiser.
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 11:03 PM
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 10:51 PM
Just shipped my Bijoux chandelier shades to a beautiful home furnishing store in Menlo Park.
SELBY HOUSE (650)
326-5396 706 Santa Cruz Ave.
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Patti: Posted on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 10:49 PM
 Over the Labor Day weekend, Frank Davi, artist and gallerist, and I took part in the Speaker Program during Artists at Work, Sausalito Open Studios. A transcript of my presentation, "The Art of Art Collecting" can be read by clicking on this PDF:
Artists @ Work was also the perfect venue for the debut of my Bijoux lampshades. |
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