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Article: GET RACHEL'S SHABBY HABIT; The California home of designer Rachel Ashwell is a testament to her Shabby Chic homeware brand, with treasured finds kept at the heart of her daily life Photographs AMY NEUNSINGER.(Features)
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- Daily Mail (London)
- Article date:
- September 26, 2009
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Byline: INTERIORS CLARE NOLAN
THE FAMILY Rachel Ashwell founded the iconic American homeware brand Shabby Chic 20 years ago. Although her two grown-up children, Lily, 22, and Jake, 20, no longer live at the family's home in Los Angeles, they still have their own rooms there.
THE HOUSE A breathtaking 1920s house which Rachel has lovingly 'unrestored', taking out new kitchen cabinets and a whirlpool bath. THE LOOK Rachel's home epitomises her philosophy and love of flea-market finds. Her style is laid back - creating a comfortable home with the beauty of vintage imperfection. She says: 'I gather objects to create beauty, comfort and function, and through ...