Today, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the best of Dominique’s heirlooms are combined with artisan and vintage wares. Likewise, the décor is a harmonious mix of rustic authenticity and elegance: robust pots, baskets, and iron birdcages sit alongside china, lace, and crystal.
“The old letters, antique monogrammed textiles, and beautiful crockery were once chosen by this family because they thought they were pretty,” Henk says, “and they used all of it. We use it as well, and by doing so, we keep the memories alive.”
To learn more see “A Treasured Inheritance” on page 59 of the French Cottage 2017 issue of Victoria.
