belgian inspired ~ mcalpine, booth & ferrier

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belgian inspired ~ mcalpine, booth & ferrier

April 6, 2011 by danielleboudrot

With all things Belgian on my mind, I couldn’t help but be reminded of one of my long time favorite designers, Bobby McAlpine…when I look at a McAlpine, Booth & Ferrier interior, I feel as if I am home…always inviting, soothing and romantic, they hold a special place in my heart and mind…this spread of Bobby McApline’s Montgomery Alabama home, from Veranda March-April 2003, has been a great source of inspiration over the years and happily, it is filled with many Belgian influences! Artfully textured walls, sumptuous fabrics, a carefully edited palette, honed stone finishes, simply divine wood paneling and cabinetry, all accompanied by the perfect mix of antiques and newly upholstered pieces…gorgeous! Also, how fabulous are the chairs in the photo below! Almost like people having a conversation…different shapes, sizes and personalities, thoughtfully united by his choice of fabrics and finishes…amazing that this interior is almost 10 years old…it feels as though it could have been designed today (of course that is the sign of a great designer!) Enjoy!

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Posted in belgian design, bobby mcalpine | 10 Comments

10 Responses

on April 6, 2011 at 7:32 pm | Reply Mona Thompson

Absolutely love Bobby McAlpine. I’ve read his book from cover to cover. Am drooling over every one of these images. Pretty much perfection. I’m glad to have been introduced to your blog. I looked for an E-mail address and didn’t see one. I was recently awarded the Stylish blogger award. As a recipient you are to pass it on to ten new blogs that you enjoy,so I’m passing it on to you.

You can go here to see the post.

http://providenceltddesign.com/home/2011/4/6/spring-cartwheels.html
- on April 6, 2011 at 9:21 pm | Reply danielleboudrot
  
  Dear Mona, Wow! Thank you! I’m thrilled and speechless! best, Danielle
on April 6, 2011 at 8:13 pm | Reply maureen

oh yay! you get the stylish blogger award!!!! and Mona’s such a sweetheart…you will love her and her blog….
and I love all these images…gray, greige,gilt…my favorite “G” words…and McAlpine has it all….
maureen
- on April 6, 2011 at 9:31 pm | Reply danielleboudrot
  
  Thank you Maureen! If you hadn’t posted about “a thoughtful eye” I never would have made this connection! You are an angel! My deepest thanks to you…
on April 6, 2011 at 8:45 pm | Reply designchic

Love everything Bobby McAlpine – I have his book “The Home within Us” and it’s wonderful!! What a talent…
- on April 6, 2011 at 9:32 pm | Reply danielleboudrot
  
  Thank you for your lovely comment! all the best, Danielle
on April 9, 2011 at 9:09 am | Reply Greg Tankersley

Thanks for featuring our work here on you lovely blog!
- on April 9, 2011 at 2:44 pm | Reply danielleboudrot
  
  Dear Greg, A million thanks for this wonderful comment! Your work is breathtaking! all the best, Danielle
on April 9, 2011 at 10:19 am | Reply Diane@ At Home

This article has been in my “someday” file for years too! His spaces are so timeless–scale, balance, color, patina celebrated instead of removed. I’ve always thought following his work was a good education in how to have a classic home–and I’m glad to find a new blog with a similar philosophy! And hello to Mona too, who has an equally classic home I love
- on April 9, 2011 at 2:47 pm | Reply danielleboudrot
  
  Dear Diane, Wonderful to meet you! Thanks for sharing your insights! Wishing you a lovely weekend! Best, Danielle