8/30/2023 0 Comments Patina farm shop“We wanted it to feel timeless, so that people couldn’t tell if it was old or new.” “When we were in Belgium, there were a lot of houses that used antique building materials in a clean, fresh way, and that’s what we did here.”īeautiful details, from wooden arched doors to clean plaster walls to antique barn beams, create a “juxtaposition of modern and ancient elements,” Brooke says. “It was also inspired by some of our travels in Europe to France and Belgium,” Brooke says. Since homes in the area are Mediterranean style or traditional wood farm structures, the Giannetti home takes its design cues from a combination of the two. “They bring so much to our life and our land.” The dining area opens to stunning views of the home’s lush surrounding property. “They kind of roam, and they’re so happy here,” Brooke says. Now the home they designed together is shared with three miniature Pygmy goats, three babydoll sheep, four mini Sicilian donkeys, a little over a dozen assorted chickens, four dogs, a house rabbit and a couple of button quail. Above the rough-hewn wood mantel is Brooke’s collection of antique cutting boards. Steve, an architect, sited the house to take advantage of all the views.” The large, central fireplace divides the living area and creates this cozy nook for more intimate conversations. We based the house around the vistas of the trees and mountains. “We built this from scratch, when there was nothing but a couple of ancient oak trees. “I always had this dream of raising animals and chickens on the land,” says Brooke. Patina Farm, this elegant rustic home, was built from Brooke’s desire to escape the city life and move to the country. With antique barnwood beams, old Spanish roof tiles on top and picture-perfect views of the rural backdrop of Ojai, California, it’s hard to believe that Steve and Brooke Giannetti’s Patina Farm hasn’t been a part of the landscape for at least a century. Click the picture below to browse the book.The pretty panels covered in hand-painted wallpaper are an artistic feature for the space as well as a clever cover for the family’s TV behind. I was only allowed to choose ten photos to share with you today and that choice was excruciating! I think you’ll love this book and it’s available on Amazon if you’re interested in checking it out for yourself. I would love to be sitting there sipping a glass of wine right now. What a brilliant way to make use of an empty wall!Įxposed antique barn beams bring warmth, architectural interest, and continuity to both the home and guesthouse.Ĭan you believe this gorgeousness below is what is in the chicken coop? What a bunch of lucky ducks- er, chickens!Īnd I will leave you with one final bit of magic from Patina Farm! Sigh. Scaffolding boards create a wall of bookshelves and a cozy surround for this bedroom workspace. The farm is soothing, comfortable, casually chic, and welcoming. I love the understated simplicity of the rooms. The design, details, and styling in each room is masterfully executed. The cohesive flow of every room from outside-to-in feels exquisitely effortless-which typically indicates loads of pre-planning and forethought. The color palette for Patina Farms begins in the front garden with gentle soft gray wood, white and blush-colored roses, silvery French lavender and westingea, and the natural varied greens of the sycamore trees and native grasses.” The book contains 150 photos and sketches of all that went into making Patina Farm a reality. It’s like taking a $26 vacation to a French farmhouse! The photos in the book are beyond dreamy! I have a bunch of stress going on in my life right now and after flipping through the book I instantly felt more at peace with the world and my fellow-man. Her latest book collaboration with her architect husband Steve is a detailed account of their French-inspired farmhouse, Patina Farm, located in Ojai, CA. When I was asked if I’d like to review the newly released Patina Farm by Brooke & Steve Giannetti I didn’t hesitate to say yes! Brooke is the fabulous writer for the blog Velvet & Linen, and I’ve been a long-time fan of her work. I am very choosy about which pitches I accept and what I think you would like to see. I am frequently asked if I would like to review a design, decor, or DIY book on my blog and I typically say no thank you.
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