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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

All Eyes Upon The United Kingdom

As the coverage of the Royal Nuptials this coming Friday comes to a frenzied peak, I'm reminded of one of my favorite interiors from a different part of The Kingdom (but Royal nonetheless).  The Scottish farmhouse of model Stella Tennant, a grand daughter of the Dowager Duchess of Devonshire, other wise known as the youngest Mitford Sister.  A fascinating family to say the very least... As to these spaces, I love how the farm house sensibilities mix so beautifully with the regal architecture here. 
Images via: rdujour

Posted by coopermultimedia at 3:27 AM
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34 comments:

  1. quintessenceApril 26, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    I've always loved this space as well!! I don't think I've ever seen these shots without the family. Usually there is the activity of her adorable family!! And just heard weather for today - you should be happy - going to be very warm!!

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  2. Sarah (La Maison Boheme)April 26, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    Oh my my! I love this place. And who could resist Scotland? Not me certainly!

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  3. DesignwaliApril 26, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    great spaces...thanks for sharing!

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  4. CaraApril 26, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    I ADORE that rustic green and ivory buffet!

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  5. meenal @ maison marigoldApril 26, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    beautiful!! such a lovely color palette as well..love the lightness of the interiors..thanks for sharing, susan..have a lovely new week! xx meenal

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  6. DebbyApril 26, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Loving the windows and all the natural light in the dining room. How cool a real life teepee! xo

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  7. David TomsApril 26, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    Yes, an absolutely fascinating family! English interiors can be among the most comfaortable and classic around!

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  8. First House on the RightApril 26, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    I read The Mitford Sisters a few years ago, such a fascinating family. I had no idea Stella Tennant was a granddaughter. Nicolex

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  9. Brittany {Gallery No. Eight}April 26, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Beautiful interiors! And the teepee out back is too fun!

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  10. Acquired ObjectsApril 26, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Love the interior and it looks more American in style to me. The tepee is fun!

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  11. Dancing BranflakeApril 26, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Wow! I need to really get up on my history. Never heard of it but I totally want to go there when I visit Scotland this summer!

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  12. Things That SparkleApril 26, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Theres nothing more dreamy than an cottage in the English countryside! Just beautious

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  13. I Dream OfApril 26, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    One of my favorites, too. I love that blue wallpaper. Thanks for the virtual tour of such a pretty home. Gorgeous!
    Jeanne

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  14. StylelinxApril 26, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    What a beautiful home. ! I love the blue wall covering but my fav is that tee-pee!

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  15. Marianne {Style For Living}April 26, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    The buffet is pretty fantastic! Actually, the entire home is too!

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  16. christine {bijouandboheme}April 26, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Ah this is just gorgeous- what I wouldn't give for a little English countryside...love the blending of old and new.

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  17. Gabriella {sensiblyluxe}April 26, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    The interiors are gorgeous. There's something about English homes...

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  18. Laura TreveyApril 26, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    So peaceful.... love it!!

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  19. The enchanted homeApril 26, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Love every single room....elegant but understated and not at all stuffy. Love how sunlit each room, nothing quite like the refinement of the English!

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  20. GreetApril 26, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    All beautiful rooms!! First one is my favorite!
    xx
    Greet

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  21. kayce hughesApril 26, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    perfect!

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  22. pretty pink tulipsApril 26, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    The amazing Ms. Tennant!! Don't you love how beautiful yet truly lived in her home is? Inside and out!!!

    xoxo

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  23. The BuzzApril 26, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Now this is living "down on the farm"! Love that blue wallpaper and could have used the teepee when the boys were young...
    xxoo

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  24. KathyApril 26, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    This post reminds me of the famous picture of her in the tub with her children. I love what she has done with that house.....k

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  25. JosieApril 26, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    These are fantastic -- I love the dining room!
    xo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

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  26. HamptontoesApril 26, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    I've seen this and love it for the reasons you mentioned. My two favorite elements, lots of sun with gorgeous windows minus window treatments; and the teepee! My son has one, but he actually has turned something simple into something dangerous. He likes to climb to the top of the teepee and try to sit where all the bamboo sticks come together.

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  27. Simply LKJApril 26, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Love the architecture in the dining area! Just beautiful.

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  28. Hooper Patterson/birds of a feather designApril 26, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Great post! Love the pics and can't wait for the wedding:)
    xoxo
    Hooper

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  29. lisaroyhandbagsApril 26, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Great spaces! Someday I want a place with paneled walls like those :)

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  30. About Last WeekendApril 26, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Brilliant! The Brits always know how to loosen up a traditional space

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  31. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful}April 26, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    So very gorgeous...it's the perfect country home...comfy but not too country that it's not chic (c: But hello, what's this??? A teepee in the backyard? Random, yet charming.

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  32. emilyApril 27, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    That wallpaper in the 4th pic down (the office -- it's almost too pretty to be called an office) is just beautiful!

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  33. StephanieApril 28, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Pinning! Love the dining nook!

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  34. Garden ForumApril 28, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    I like the interior design.thanks for sharing this :)

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