Article: Find escape in Country

An updated Country French decorating scheme was designed for couples who want to escape from the hard edges they face at the office.

The Esprit model town house at Chateau Lorraine in Bloomingdale has an eclectic blend of furnishings, delicately printed fabric and wallpaper patterns, and romantically draped windows and skirted tables and beds.

"Using a Country French theme is a nice way to show traditional furniture without a heavy look," said interior designer Sally Auer.

She recommends unifying the various rooms of the home with one carpeting color.

Auer said if you have a fabric in mind and the budget is strained, it isn't necessary to do ...

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