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The library

Wall of books in La Maison de Verre

20 April 2010 – 5:41 pm

There’s nothing quite like a wall of books. They have a way of making any space–no matter how industrial–seem warm and inviting. La Maison de Verre–the famed House of Glass– is a perfect example …

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Inviting or no, just imagine the conversation that transpired in that room. It was, after all, frequented by French surrealist poets and writers of the time including Louis Aragon, Paul Eluard, John Cocteau, and Max Jacob.

Click here to learn more about the architecture of the building–and view the “before” photos.

Click here to read The New York Times (26 August 2007) article that touches on the most recent owner.

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The library

Personal library

3 March 2010 – 1:00 am

I found the following picture online; but I cannot, for the life of me, find to whom it belongs. So I guess I will make it my own …

After all, there's a lot to like about this cozy nook – the winding staircase, for one. I'm feeling some love for the wood floors and the collection of beautiful books. Brightly painted rooms and artwork are always welcome. And the pups is a nice t

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ouch. Of course, there's much I would change too…

If the library was mine I would refinish the stairs; and refurnish the room. A person needs a comfy chair in which to read, wouldn't you agree? The table seems to be sitting in an odd place and topped with things that do nothing to inspire me. And those particular pictures would have to go. Sorry, but it's true. They'd be replaced with photos in sapia tones and fairy tale illustrations. As for the color, I'm not big on Pepto Bismol pink, but a burnt orange or a deep, dark red would do nicely. Add a matching rug and voila – perfection!

Not that I ask for much or anything.

Now, what about you? Could you, would you, or do you call this library home?

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