I am pleased to share with you today the pictures of the finishing part of our orangery-redo. The pictures are taken by me with a cybershot Sony camera, so forgive me for my unprofessional photographie.
Enjoy!
Coffee table executed by our company Lefèvre Interiors.
The existing sofa is slipcovered with the identical linen as the upholstery of the new large sofa opposite.
BeforePhoto credit : Fotografie Claude Smekens
The color of the lime paint is much warmer than the flat cool grey painted walls before.
Before Photo credit : Fotografie Claude Smekens
At the upper part of the chimney mantelpiece we hung a group of antlers.
To obtain a more straight and clean look, I have chosen for a fixed upholstered large sofa.
This will be my new reading corner!
BeforePhoto credit : Efi De Grande
I just love the color of my antique vase I placed on the chimney piece.
The orangery is much warmer, lighter, much airier and more peaceful than before. Aren’t you agree?
For my readers who have missed the orangery-redo in progress and who are interested in reading about it, click here, here and here.
Custom made furniture; seating & decoration : Lefèvre Interiors
Linen fabrics : Libeco
Painting : Dankers Decor
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I am curious about your thoughts!
xx
It's really beautiful and you needn't apologize
for your photography.
This is amazing post on web, looking awesome. Great post on Orangeries, impressive one. Orangeries
Well I thought the Before's looked pretty good but now it looks spectacular! Wish I had a reading corner like that – would be there all the time.
Waanzinnig Greet! Prachtige chique en sobere sfeer! De grote witte bank vind ik ontzettend mooi, de vloer ( had je al toch?) vind ik ook geweldig, robuust, landelijk en stoer.
Greet…this is aboslutley beautiful! What I love most is that it looks like its been there forever, love the floors, the wall treatment, the gorgeous stone mantle and the stunning lantern, its all exquisite and done in the finest of taste. Love the beautiful soft palette you have so carefully and wisely selected. Hope you give yourself a big pat on the back…its well deserved!
Veel beter ! Vooreer was het mooi maar nu is het prachtig ! Zeer mooie kleur op de muren, keimooie spiegel boven de haard !
geniet vh zonnetje want ze komt eraan.
hugs
Oh Greet, you did such a wonderful job on your makeover it’s beautiful! I love the new limestone finish and color and your reading corner is going to be wonderful. So handy you have your own company to make furniture for you and they did a wonderful job. Love the view out your windows too! Ralph must be so happy to have his bedroom back.
It is lovely, you have a great room. The brick floors are wonderful and love that fireplace.
You did a fantastic job. Enjoy it.
yvonne
You make me want to edit and re-do Greet! Gorgeous and your photos are too. XO
Wat is het mooi geworden Greet en wat heb je een heerlijke plek om te lezen, heerlijk. Ik vind het kleurgebruik ook heel erg mooi en ook de accessoires zijn prachtig.
Een sfeervol geheel.
Lieve groet, Mea
Simply gorgeous. Every detail is beautiful!
xo
Brooke
The orangery is truly a peaceful oasis. I love how the lime walls add their quiet elegance. You just want to touch them!
The room brings to mind the feeling of Axel Vervoordt's creations. And that is a mighty compliment, my dear!
Absolutely beautiful. It was perfectly nice before but it's even better now – just so warm and inviting. And I agree with Tina – it looks like it was always this way – which in my book is the biggest accomplishment!!
Oh how wonderful! The color is fabulous and you definitely created a space that is full of character. We love it and know you will enjoy this space. We are so inspired!!!
Wat ik er van vind…ik vind het een droomhuis Greet! Het resultaat ziet er prachtig uit, maar het hele huis is zo mooi, het heeft een geweldige stijl! Maar deze klus is geklaard, daar zul je vast blij mee zijn!
Lieve groet, Ingrid
Beautiful makeover! I love the lime wash and the quiet elegance. While I love your new reading area, I am also in love with your old one!
You have done a fab U lous job Greet!
Wonderful Greet, the new version is so warm and peaceful,love the gorgeous coffe table.
Hugs
Cecilia
Greet,
This is amazing. Absolutely stunning and warm at the same time!
Teresa
xoxo
If I could only figure out how to make a vase so beautiful.
Greet! You are so talented! I adore this room and the color is perfect!
Enjoy
Best
Jamie Herzlinger
Greet, absolutely stunning! I wonder which chic design magazine will be the quickest on its feet to feature this!
The sofa table is beautiful and the perfect length.
Very, very nice my friend.
Happy weekend,
Mon
P.S Sorry I have not been here lately. The kids are on Spring break and I am staying away from the computer.
Het ziet er prachtig uit en de sfeer doet me denken aan een oud italiaans palazzo. Mooie in elkaar vloeiende kleuren, de vorm van je nieuwe sofa, de huiden op de grond, de combinatie van materialen, je ziet dat hier iemand met veel gevoel voor stijl de hand in heeft gehad.
Proficiat Greet!
Saskia
that is absolutely perfect!
happy day!
Rosa
Beautiful!
xoxo
SC
As usual it is absolutely stunning! I love the how it looks like it has evolved over a long period of time. Just beautiful Greet!!
xx-Gina
Hi Greet,
love, love, love the redo of your orangery.. warmer and more sophisticated and elegant… it was pretty before , but the new look is stunning…love your coffee table too… 🙂
maureen
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! Coffee in the morning and sipping a glass of wine in the evening. I know where those activities are going to occur in your house this summer!
Love the new reading corner, especially the gold pillows.
C'était vraiment charmant avant…maintenant c'est superbe!!!bravo
jacqueline
apologize for the photos? the photos are beautiful!!! the room is warm and elegant, very lovely! thank you for sharing…
I love the mantle and the coffee table pottery with blooming branch!
The orangerie is exquisite. It has an intangible serenity…warm and cool at the same time. And you have a great eye for photography. I, too, have a Sony and I'm amazed at the photos that little camera can take.
I hope you will visit my blog, http://www.designredux.com. I'm new at this, but I'm having a great time.
Thanks again for your beautiful posts.
Absolutely love it. The new warmth is wonderful. The simplicity of all the decor is just stunning. It's that mind for detail that I so admire in you. Most people would look at the room before and think it didn't need a thing. I have to admit it was pretty fabulous. But your mind went further and perfected every detail. I know you will so enjoy spending time in your new room. Have a great weekend. Mona
WOW, JUST LOVELY.. COLOR, SIMPLICITY, FORM, ALL FEELS VERY GOOD…
THE PHOTO'S I WOULD NOT EVEN IMAGINED THEY CAME FROM A DESIGNER AND NOT A PHOTOGRAPHER, BUT YOU OBVIOUSLY HAVE AN EYE AND YOU CAN TRANSLATE THAT INTO ALL THAT YOU DO WITH BEAUTY..
XXOO
MELISSA
Simply perfect! Congratulations, Greet and thanks for sharing!!
Greet! It's truly divine! I have been looking forward to seeing it finished and it did NOT disappoint. I'm jealous in all the right ways.
Bravo!
Amy
Looks great. Nicely done.
Greet – I believe you left me an invitation about coming to visit Springtime Belgium (and getting out of snowy New England)- I think I'd like to move right into this room if you don't mind!
Hi Greet,
Congratulations, I've just awarded you the Stylish Blogger Award…you have an inspiring and beautiful blog…drop by my blog to find out what to do…
Claudine
http://www.yournestdesign.blogspot.com
Stunning Greet – the room is divine! I love the new sofa – wow! It is exactly like what I've been looking for and cannot find – tight back, bench seat, clean but still curved details as I have a traditional home. I love it!!
xo Terri
Hello Greet, you must be feeling very happy with your elegant new Orangeruy it BEAUTIFUL and chic !The plasterers have done an excellent job and you colours have come together perfectly.I can imaging you sitting there and just flashing a Louboutin red sole!
hope to blog demain . almost finished all my reading Enjoy your weekend fay xxx
Your work is SO elegant yet beautifully practical. I too, would want to read in that corner! You are an inspiration!
Monica
Greet, my friend it looks great ! I have so much trouble with your blog I rarely try to leave a comment. I can't get it to scroll down and I have to type and type to get a comment… But I was determined no matter how long it took to let you know what a wonderful job you did. 5 stars
Greet this looks so wonderful. Such a peaceful and soothing environment. I scrolled up and down, taking in all the beautiful details. The love that went into creating this room is tangible and I love your artistic touch in arranging each object in the exact spot.
The gigantic wooden boulder is beyond fabulous. I know you or Monika did a feature of them a while back, but I can't remember where they are originally from. Belgian or Dutch? I would love to own one – can you give me pointers on price and outlets?
Happy weekend and congratulations on a fantastic job done. I can't wait to hear about what magazines will feature this masterpiece!!
Warm hugs from Sydney
xx Charlotta
Greet, this looks stunning! What a gorgeous room, just perfect to enjoy a fire in winter, or throwing open the windows to relish in your beautiful surroundings in spring and summer.
The details are schitterend. Thank you for sharing, you are an inspiration.
xo Lidy
Of all you did in the orangery the wall treatment takes the crown! It changes everything!
The place exudes grandezza! Wonderful.
Now all you need is a couple of potted orange and lemon trees!
Enjoy! I love the rugged, obviously put to good use fire place as well!
What a difference the lime paint makes – and you have made every touch look inevitable, just lovely.
What impressed I am by your work, you inspire me so much with your design …… love it:)!
Now I know who to turn to for help when we start decorating our house:).
Take care!
Hugs Maria
Bonsoir Greet !
Quel travail dans l'orangerie !
La patine est bien réussie et donne une ambiance plus chaleureuse qu'avant. La cheminée est mieux intégrée au reste de la pièce. Une bonne idée et un bon choix !
Céline.
Wow! This has certainly been a labor of love!!!!!It is looking so gorgeous, elegant in it's simplicity……. and when you get tired of that vase I have a place on MY mantle!!!!! Now I want to see a picture of you actually reading in that chaise!!!!!!Maryanne xo
Hello sweetie!
Wow! It's stunning! You must be feeling so happy. Aren't you? 🙂
I also love the coffee table. Really beautiful, Greet.
I hope you have an amazing week! 🙂
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
amai zo mooi! opdracht geslaagd! Daarvoor vond ik het ook al mooi, en nu nog mooier. Kan er voorlopig maar van dromen…… xxx
You have such a wonderful eye for creating a warm and inviting space Greet.
I couldn't help but wonder what it would be like to sit on that wonderful sofa with a glass of wine and a great magazine and while away an lovely afternoon. x Felicity
Greet, It is perfect! Beautiful space and design. Thank you so much for sharing your project, and too thanks for the plaster info. Talk soon!
Adams Sutphin
Oh Greet – it is just gorgeous! I love the wall color and the linen sofas – beautiful!!!!!! many years of happiness!
Joni
Oh my word Greet your home is amazing!!!!!!! I am a huge fan of distemper paints and love the soft chalky shades you've achieved. I'm having the best lunch break reading your blog! Warmest wishes – Glenda xxx