This post was created in partnership with Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Over the last year and a half, if there\u2019s one thing I think we\u2019ve all learned, it\u2019s the importance of creating spaces in our homes that support us in different ways. From carving out nooks for productivity, to finding a space to unplug and unwind at the end of the day\u2026 the value of either is immeasurable! Today, I\u2019ve partnered with Chateau Ste. Michelle<\/a> to give you a few quick tips on making a space for the latter \u2013 your own little \u2018Chateau\u2019 moment, so to speak. A place where you can escape with your favorite glass of wine (needless to say, my current favorite from Chateau Ste Michelle is their ros\u00e9!).\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n When I think of creating my own chateau, I think of that perfect mix of relaxed and refined. Imagine the way you feel when you\u2019re on vacation\u2026 wouldn\u2019t it be nice if there was a spot in your home that recreated that same experience!?\u00a0 To emulate this feeling, there are a few key elements I use to set the space \u2013 or the table. Ready to see how?\u00a0 I put these steps into action using a corner of our studio to demonstrate how layering and adding detail can quickly transform and transport.<\/p>\n 1. Comfort is Key<\/strong>: Not to lead with the \u2018boring\u2019 stuff, but sometimes practicality is the most essential ingredient when styling a space. If you\u2019re looking to relax, then you\u2019ve got to create something comfortable! If you\u2019ve got hard chairs \u2013 add a cushion! If your escape nook is a corner on the floor \u2013 add a cushion! If you\u2019re escaping to a bubble bath\u2026 yep, add a cushion! Whatever you do, make sure that you are setting your space up for successful lounging.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a pro tip from my apartment dwelling days: I love having a pair of chairs or bench that functions perfectly in the living room or\u00a0<\/em>dining nook. I would move them around depending on guests or how I was using the space. In our studio we do the same thing \u2013 investing in versatile pieces that can work just as well around a table as they do in a conversational layout. Here, I took a bare bench that we already had, added pillows to soften it up and give it a back, and moved a pair of sling chairs over to complete the scene.<\/p>\n 2. Layer Your Linens:<\/strong> Whenever a client tells me their room doesn\u2019t feel \u2018finished\u2019, it\u2019s typically because they\u2019re missing some layering elements. Linens are game changers. Here, covering a modern marble dining table with a linen tablecloth totally transforms the space and the mood (What says vacation more than a lovely, casual linen fabric!?)<\/em>. But when I say linen here, I also mean it in the broader sense: literally any fabric or textile. A rug, some pillows, a summer blanket, window treatments\u2026 all of these items count as the type of linen that elevates any room and finishes it off. When you\u2019re thinking of ways to update a space, linens are a really good place to start.<\/p>\n 3. Foraged Florals & Natural Elements<\/strong>: Whether your style is a jungle of plants, or a single potted flower, bringing natural elements into a space is essential to creating a grounding moment. If you haven\u2019t got a green thumb, I\u2019d suggest foraging some flowers from the yard \u2013 or the grocery store \u2013 over any fake plant options. Or you could try hearty plants like tropicals and succulents that need less maintenance. Here, a potted geranium does the trick for topping the table! I love the movement in this plant, and\u00a0<\/em>it happens to smell amazing too!<\/p>\n 4. Adding Personal Touches<\/strong>: The final piece in the puzzle when it comes to decorating or styling is one that often gets overlooked or is where people struggle most: bringing in your personality. This element often takes time to curate as it needs to be a piece that reflects you! It could be artwork that speaks to you, a souvenir brought home from travels, or a fun vintage find. In this space, the finishing touch really came from the set of vintage art prints hung on the wall.<\/p>\n Ahhhh, doesn\u2019t that feel GOOD? We went from a very bare corner to the perfect spot to relax at the end of the day, with only a few additional touches! I should mention that keeping the palette neutral and natural also helps create that relaxing ambience\u2026 and keeps things easy for decor, too!<\/p>\n Now that we\u2019ve applied these practices to a room, how about we set the table with them too?<\/p>\n We\u2019ve already got the elements of comfort and the layered linen \u2013 next step, add nature! I foraged some dogwood from my own tree, and made an abundant centerpiece. I kept it feeling organic by letting the branches create their own wild movement.<\/p>\n Then, we add the finishing personal touches: My favorite gold flatware that feels extra special, block print napkins<\/a> from India, an antique compote bowl<\/a> from Italy for snacking, and the vintage vase are all from my personal collection. And now we\u2019re ready for the last step\u2026<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0Wine Time!\u00a0<\/strong>Now that you\u2019ve created a relaxing little haven for yourself, or friends, it\u2019s time to\u00a0enjoy it!\u00a0<\/strong>Pour yourself a rewarding glass of Chateau Ste. Michelle wine in your favorite varietal, and savor the moment!!<\/p>\n While these tips are a good start to get you going in creating your own chateau moment in your home, we\u2019ve got something even better for you. From now through August we\u2019ve partnered with Chateau Ste. Michelle to bring you the chance to win a mood board complete with shoppable styling suggestions from me to give a corner of your home a little makeover! <\/strong>To enter, you can post an image on Instagram or Twitter, or go here<\/a> to upload a photo of the space you\u2019d like to refresh and turn into a chateau moment. Be sure to use #MyChateauSweeps and tag @ChateauSteMichelle if you enter on Instagram or Twitter. Valid dates of entry 7\/20 12:00am PDT through 9\/10 11:59pm PDT. And of course you can visit Chateau Ste Michelle online<\/a> to explore some #MyChateau inspiration and learn more about this Washington State winery.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n![\"setting](\"https:\/\/cassandralavalle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/IMG_0994.jpg\")
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