tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post5424787718879140892..comments2024-03-28T07:18:30.956-05:00Comments on COTE DE TEXAS: READERS’ HOUSES SERIES #2cotedetexashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06421509668956556785noreply@blogger.comBlogger238125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-43922978860065510242019-04-03T02:48:00.726-05:002019-04-03T02:48:00.726-05:00Nothing breathes new life into an aging home or bu...Nothing breathes new life into an aging home or business like a brand new coat of paint. Whether you’d like to brighten your rooms or give an entirely new quality to the exterior of the structure, DuPaint’s <a href="https://dupaint.com.au/" rel="nofollow">Sydney painter</a> offer you excellent quality service at a very affordable price.Alice Topphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03371321270278987702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-35559325680513927522016-11-04T15:29:23.901-05:002016-11-04T15:29:23.901-05:00Is there any chance you have the source for the bl...Is there any chance you have the source for the blue and white check fabric on the kitchen table chairs and bench (and a chair in a hallway where you feature the hardware on the doors)? I love it and have ordered swatch after swatch but can't seem to find the right thing. Thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-81946008807796308942016-01-08T17:35:00.139-06:002016-01-08T17:35:00.139-06:00I am new to your blog...wonder if you have any ide...I am new to your blog...wonder if you have any idea of the fabric source for the blue and white checked upholstered furniture? Thank you.pattiv02https://www.blogger.com/profile/11175917091920482754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-12938572256521930672014-11-05T21:48:33.394-06:002014-11-05T21:48:33.394-06:00Hi Joni,
I am a college professor who teaches inte...Hi Joni,<br />I am a college professor who teaches interior design. Before that, I worked as a designer for many years. I love your blog, and I really appreciate all of the beautiful photos and the research that goes into your posts. Having said that, I found myself getting irritated when some comments suggested that if readers didn't like this home it must be because they "didn'Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-58330747744234181562013-09-24T03:04:40.376-05:002013-09-24T03:04:40.376-05:00The house itself is beautiful, but I think Kay has...The house itself is beautiful, but I think Kay has read too many commercial space interiors books. The French doors are a lovely idea as the house gets so much light, but I thought the property’s original front garden was much better than the stark lawn it has been stripped down to. It’s actually hard to believe a family with three teenage boys lived there. And the master bedroom – YUCK! Reminds Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12944147284478596184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-41731490869862514792013-08-23T14:47:06.061-05:002013-08-23T14:47:06.061-05:00I am in love with this!!! It's absolutely stun...I am in love with this!!! It's absolutely stunning. I am most admiring the pot rack hooks. Could you please please tell me where they are from?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-26220440959820391532012-11-14T14:07:36.406-06:002012-11-14T14:07:36.406-06:00Hmm іt aрpearѕ like your blog ate
my first commen...Hmm іt aрpearѕ like your blog ate <br />my first comment (it ωas extremеly long) so I guеѕs I'll just sum it up what I submitted and say, I'm thoroughlу enjoying your blog.<br />I too am an aspiгіng blog writer but Ι'm still new to everything. Do you have any recommendations for first-time blog writers? I'd <br />genuinеly appгeciаte it.<br /><i>Feel free to surf my web blog</i> .Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-41113192075084076022012-09-12T18:28:42.663-05:002012-09-12T18:28:42.663-05:00Get some rugs, woman!Get some rugs, woman!Pytheahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02621586157484207979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-88639644430885814222012-09-06T11:32:03.930-05:002012-09-06T11:32:03.930-05:00Hey, what's wrong with Northerners?!?! We are ...Hey, what's wrong with Northerners?!?! We are nice! I really liked looking at this many photos, and the before and after shots for one house - I find a lot of design magazines / blogs don't show enough to satiate my curiosity! But even better than the photos are the comments! They were so fun to read; this is my first time on this blog, but I'll definitely be looking more. :)<br /><Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-34212412517873076072012-08-29T14:26:22.997-05:002012-08-29T14:26:22.997-05:00Can you please tell me the manufacturer or website...Can you please tell me the manufacturer or website for the beautiful iron staircase? The house and details are exquisite. Thank you!<br /><br />NancyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-32835992403023212932012-08-22T21:24:41.788-05:002012-08-22T21:24:41.788-05:00This is one of the amazing home I ever saw and it ...This is one of the amazing home I ever saw and it looks so sweet.:) The features were quite enchanting and I like the way you decorate the entire house. The living room was great and the kitchen was simply wonderful. How I wish to have a property like this in the future. I am very glad that I visited your post. You did a good job. Big thanks and keep posting.Khear@lot for sale Philippineshttp://www.avidaland.com/Philippine-properties.phpnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-32697210254381406902012-08-03T13:21:26.072-05:002012-08-03T13:21:26.072-05:00As a Houston designer, I loved the house and to me...As a Houston designer, I loved the house and to me, the word "sculpture" came to mind. The floors were gorgeous and such a wonderful foil for the rest of the house. I think many people have houses full of junk and so they cannot believe some people would rather have a peaceful palette, full of light that shows off the form of the home and its furnishings. 99% of homes desperately need Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-6118869345434100722012-03-05T14:02:08.760-06:002012-03-05T14:02:08.760-06:00Edited, meant to say Marie A and Napoleon B's ...Edited, meant to say Marie A and Napoleon B's bed at Versailles. The next thing we can expect is for this to show up in another Webb family design at the ranch. I have to say, it would elevate the flea market collection of WalMart boots and jewelry.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-55392767559676752732012-03-05T13:52:31.812-06:002012-03-05T13:52:31.812-06:00Those side by side double beds in the master bedro...Those side by side double beds in the master bedroom are a killer. It conjures up vision of Marie and Bonaparte, don't you think?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-77919445881292121752012-03-05T13:25:44.960-06:002012-03-05T13:25:44.960-06:00Completely agree that the landscaping was much bet...Completely agree that the landscaping was much better in the before pictures. That stark, boring yard devoid of any bushes is a shame.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-51427081977981959102012-03-05T11:07:14.008-06:002012-03-05T11:07:14.008-06:00Eileen, so you think Joni needs a few pairs of hoa...Eileen, so you think Joni needs a few pairs of hoarder sis-in-law boots do you. Well, at least you have shown the range of your IQ considering that you have embraced the way the game is played here. Joni's ego is so fragile, she has to call in the dimwits who can't recognize that we all don't drink from the design fountain. Joni's selection of homes to feature are as Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-24713782942952011152012-03-04T13:22:24.525-06:002012-03-04T13:22:24.525-06:00Totally uninspiring spaces many of which are faile...Totally uninspiring spaces many of which are failed attempts at European austerity. Perhaps in the next home, Kay will consider creating spaces for other members of her family which appear to be missing in this design. I've got to believe this so called "shy woman" (as described in the first paragraph) is a Texas version of Madame Nu.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-89327144166184547112012-03-03T13:26:03.173-06:002012-03-03T13:26:03.173-06:00February 24, 11:08, I think you have actually nai...February 24, 11:08, I think you have actually nailed the vibe that runs through this home. There is definitely something wrong when this much energy is put into putting one's own stamp on a home the way Kay did and once done, decides to move on. Perhaps you summed it up correctly - pathological. It is absolutely devoid of emotion of any kind, simply steril rooms looking for a bit of joy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-42321917388189613752012-02-24T18:39:31.509-06:002012-02-24T18:39:31.509-06:00I came to your blog today through Emily Clark'...I came to your blog today through Emily Clark's link where she showcased the bookcases in the library. I don't know what your traditional content is, but I found this post, and the subsequent comments, interesting. There were obviously strong opinions on a home which was designed to make a statement. I certainly had a strong response to it, which was the reason the comments interested erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05982647429812935916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-42678066081693873042012-02-24T10:08:40.051-06:002012-02-24T10:08:40.051-06:00I agree with those who liked it just fine, even be...I agree with those who liked it just fine, even better, before! It is tasteful and well-coordinated, of course, but to what end? Such a huge project, SO much time and money for one person's pursuit of ideal pristine perfection -- where is the human touch? Where is any acknowledgement of real, warm, active, close, loving family? Certainly not in the separate double beds in the master suite! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-31835242595548814762012-02-18T22:44:15.929-06:002012-02-18T22:44:15.929-06:00I adored so much about this house. I simply wante...I adored so much about this house. I simply wanted to say thank you for posting it. I wish I hadn't, only because I read so many rude things, especially from that "troll". Good for you, standing up to someone who "foments hate". We should all borrow a pair of your sister-in-law's boots (I loved them) and help you kick her rude ass off your site!<br /><br />EileenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-25346290787855606372012-02-17T22:06:13.606-06:002012-02-17T22:06:13.606-06:00Amazing home and incredible attention to detail. ...Amazing home and incredible attention to detail. I hope the moving trucks show up soon with life and personality on board. One of the most boring interiors you have posted.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-89436013493786090272012-02-16T18:37:53.575-06:002012-02-16T18:37:53.575-06:00Im sorry Anonymous, but do you think that the prev...Im sorry Anonymous, but do you think that the previous home owners no longer exist? Surely you must because I can't imagine someone of your elegance and grace being so "rude" and "uncouth" as to comment so negatively on the previous owners design choices.Kimberly Hnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-36820797840380128572012-02-15T18:24:32.764-06:002012-02-15T18:24:32.764-06:00"You must obviously be from the north because..."You must obviously be from the north because you constantly put down Texas, you put down MIssissippi."<br /><br />That statement might offend your northern readers, no? Contrary to what you might think, manners and civility are taught in the north too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-922760901705441583.post-40358852588096702682012-02-15T12:30:26.470-06:002012-02-15T12:30:26.470-06:00"I don't insult my readers. Period. I ins..."I don't insult my readers. Period. I insult the trolls like you who come here anonymously and post comment after comment trying to rile everyone up with rude comments about homeowners, architects, wives, husbands."<br /><br />The only person that seems riled at the moment is you, JoniAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com