#betterbones

Skyfall. Final touches going in Skyfall a French style makeover for a private estate. Shown here is a entire wall Leo discovered in Lyon France. Two bookcases flanking a marble fountain in the center circa 19th century. The wall was built into the sitting area or should we say the Drawing Room. Leo Dowell Designs. #lifestyle #theperfecthouse #betterbones #worldclass #breathtakingrooms #skyfall#chateau#castles#magicaltouches#character#yesitcanbedone#dreamscometruesp https://www.instagram.com/p/B8FObpOJSer/?igshid=1i33ylml782ol

Why didn’t anyone point this out to the homeowner? Leo specializes in Authentic vintage materials and methods of applying them capturing the intricate character of the past.
French style architectural details are not the same as America’s homes or even English style homes. There are interesting differences that are typically overlooked even in multimillion dollar homes. These walls were reproduced from 19th century armoire doors.
The walls from that time period in France were approached the same as furniture by the same furniture makers in a Paris.
Leo Dowell Designs.
#Frenchstyleinteriors#worldclass#chateaux#luxuryhomes#finewoodworkingdetail#betterbones#pashionfordetail#laboroflove#interiordesign
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Piñon stone limestone columns from Leo’s drawings with hand forged wrought iron sconces. Custom interior designs and exotic materials by Leo Dowell 704-334-3817 Designs.#columns#stone#sconces#exoticmaterials#custominteriors#interiordesign#betterbones#classic #breathtaking #luxurylifestyle#handcarvedstone#creativedesigns
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👉 Überraschungs‑Tipp

👉 Überraschungs‑Tipp

👉 Überraschungs‑Tipp

More than just decorating.
When the bones of the architecture are not good enough, Leo can still correct it. Shown here Leo painted trompe l’oeil cartouches and wood plank to create a tray ceiling on the plain drywall. He used an aubergine paint to create drama in an other wise ordinary hallway. He used a reclaimed carved wall panel to add architectural substance. Leo says…”There is always a way to make it better!” Leo Dowell Designs.
#gray#trompeloeil #drama#betterbones#frenchtouch#interiordesign#newvintage#parisstyle#treschic#worldclass#breathtaking
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Let Leo take you back in time. Designing houses that capture all of the authentic character and romance of the Grand Estates of Europe. Vintage lanterns from a demolished Chicago hotel are installed in the stone columns. Leo Dowell Designs. #unforgettablehouses#betterbones #dreamhouses #BlowingRock#architecturaldigest #winespectator #cigar #oscars #interiorlovers #topstylefiles #smallspacesquad #myhomeforHP #finditstylei #modernhome #interior123 #interiordesire #interiordetails #interiorforinspo #interiorstylist #houseenvy #homereno #interior123 #homedetails #homedecorideas #whitewalls #ihavethisthingwithcolour #myhomevibe #eclecticdecor #currentdesignsituation #sodomino #howwedwell # https://www.instagram.com/p/BuFZz8KFcHr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ld6u1brwydt0