For the past three years, the Tudor Grove plantation in Charlottesville, Virginia, has been owned and transformed by architectural salvage enthusiast Camille Price. Elements of the large brick plantation house date back to the early years of the 19th century, and a mix of antiques complement its history. That said, the rooms are far from stuffy. Collections of antlers, casual upholstery, cozy furniture and vignettes of interesting art abound. The result: a whimsical, elegant, historical aesthetic that is a feast for the eye.
In the first living room, the color red steals the show with floor-to-ceiling window treatments surrounding an enormous, one-of-a-kind antler light fixture that overtakes the ceiling.
An extra-large mirror, one of several scattered around the house, makes the room look much larger and nicely mimics several mercury glass and crystal candelabras in the space. A red Chinese-patterned table lamp continues the red theme.
The overstuffed sofa upholstered in washed linen slipcover is paired with a large square coffee table and art and design books that are rotated on and off. The birdcage in the corner adds a whimsical touch to the casual furnishings.
This tablescape has it all: kitschy-yet-chic basketweave lamp, a porcelain parrot, and a hurricane candle holder. Another amazing mirror provides a nice background.
A side view of the living room reveals an industrial sofa table with a white marble top, another birdcage perched atop a bookcase, and a collection of red antique books, continuing the red theme.
In one bedroom, an entire wall is covered in a salon-style grouping of artwork anchored by a mounted set of antlers. The black four-poster bed adds to the room's coziness and traditional vibe.
In the master bedroom, the four-poster bed is placed right in front of the window. Simple golden, mustard yellow-colored drapes hang behind the bed, and more antlers continue the theme. Notice how nothing matches: The mirrors are different, and the lamps are different. The lack of symmetry and matchy-matchy style creates an authentically eclectic space.
The mantel is layered with more red books, mercury-glass vessels and rosemary topiary trees. A slipcovered sofa mixed with a red-and-white striped rug add a touch of comfort to the formal bones of the room.
I am trying to find classy slipcovers like the ones pictured above. Any ideas? The websites I've visited so far have slipcovers that look cheap and have poor reviews. Love love love the ones in this home!
So many great things about these rooms!
It looks like that chandelier in the "red" living room
is made from twisted branches rather than antlers, although
the many antlers on the walls certainly add to the overall style.
I am always looking for fresh ways to bring natural elements into
interiors. I have experimented with similar tree branch/tumbleweed
turned lighting fixtures and they are wild and lovely. Thanks for these
inspirations.
Completely adore this home. Each vignette reminds me of something I would like to do, or one that I already have. While I DO NOT have this type and size abode.. I have very similar taste! Agree with the old painted cottage - my fave!
Shari @ abundantfinds
If you notice, each image has a Copyright Christy Ford Photography underneath! So sorry for the misunderstanding, and happy to take them down if you desire. Let me know.
