Copyright Carla Coulson
I remember watching Marilyn Monroe when I was about 16 in 'How to marry a Millionaire'. I had no interest in marrying a millionaire but I was taken with the idea of living in Paris in a copy cat apartment like Marilyn's. Marilyn was ensconced in one of those fabulous panelled apartments with herringbone parquetry floor and double panelled doors that would make any gals heart flip. So glam and soooo French..
That was about 100 years ago and I did move to Paris.. but not into an apartment like Marilyn's.. Instead the only one on offer was more like Austin Power's!! Prior to the 'shag pad' I was living in an attic apartment that totalled about 20m2. So when I saw the orange padded walls I didn't miss a beat.. I couldn't get the words out quick enough... I'll take it!!!!
I was home in Australia visiting one of my favourite magazines Inside Out when the art director asked me about my place. "Nooooooo wwwaaay and lots of head shaking from me..My place is a nightmare" I said. The magazine explained that they often do 'artists places'. I thought I'll mention the orange walls and that will be the end of that. Instead it was the reverse they were curious..
Well if I was gambler I certainly would have thought it was a sure bet that my place would never end up in an interiors mag!! Life is full of surprises..
Inside Out is a wonderful Australian magazine full of original content so if you have the chance to get your hands on it you will see many inspiring houses (other than mine)!!
Carla xxx
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If it was a mess, it tidied up well!
ReplyDeleteI bought that magazine a few weeks ago and thought your apartment looks lovely! orange walls and all :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! love it, it shows as a well lived and loved space.
ReplyDeletetrès joli et impressionnant ! congratulations for your place showing up in this wonderful publication.
ReplyDeleteA friend of mine is tearing out this article to send to me here in Europe because she knows I love your work, can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteOh how fab and hip it is! No excuses young lady!!! I wish I could get my hands on the magazine so I could have a closer look. Somehow I don't think I'll find it in Birmingham AL but I'll look.
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V
Congrats on the feature! Your photography is just fabulous--I'm in awe! Thanks for stopping by my blog!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteBonjour Carla. Thanks for stopping by yesterday. I am sure I don't know what you mean... I love your fun apartment! Too bad I can't read the whole article... Veronique
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your feature Carla,
ReplyDeleteIt looked lovely in those shots. You can definately be proud of your abode.
Not many of us are lucky enough to live in Paris either.
I liked this post.
Love the mix of textures!
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Love the mix of textures!
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How cool to see a glimpse into your home Carla! I LOVE the way you have those mags wrapped in ribbon! It looks so comfy and inviting.
ReplyDeletexo Mary Jo
When that issue of InsideOut was in my mail box i didn't realise the awesomeness that was inside! You home is inspiring. It has personality and life. You have created a special home.
ReplyDeleteFelicitations!
ReplyDeleteI *love* serendipity: that of your place *and* the way the article came about!
Ain't life grand?!
Carla! I just realised you listed me under your creative friends!!! thankyou so so much! that really means the world to me! Im picking up Chasing a dream this weekend, im so super excited to get stuck into it! also, i was talking to my mum about your book, and she was like, oh yeh she's from mudgee isnt she? My grandparents live in Mudgee and thats where my mum was brought up! small world! haha! thanks again Carla! and congrats on the feature! your apartment is such a gorgeous mix of all your amazing travels! love it! :) x
ReplyDeleteOh, fabulous, Carla! I admit I would be put off by orange walls but you've made it look like the most perfect and chic choice. I love all the color and couldn't imagine being melancholy surrounded by such a vibrant space.
ReplyDeleteAnd congrats on the feature! I confess to resorting to the magnifying glass so I could read it. :) xo – g
It is lovely and comfortable looking !
ReplyDeleteI love the wall paper and that sofa ! I can see myself, sitting on that nice sofa, having a drink and some giggles before we all go out to dinner .. I am due a dinner in Paris ..
Hi Carla,
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I like your eclectic style of design!
Trust me it is very glam to those of us, me, who do not have an apartment in Paris. The eye of the photographer is obvious, love it. Very generous of you to share.
ReplyDeleteOh, how lovely to see inside your apartment! I think it's beautiful. The orange is so warm...I agree: no excuses! It looks very glamorous and gorgeous from where I'm sitting!
ReplyDeleteI'll be hitting the newsagent first thing in the morning, your home looks fantastic orange and all. I once was featured in Notebook magazine for a mothers day special, they ended up flying my Mum up to Brisbane from Melbourne for a photo shoot with my daughter and I. We had the best time and it was all by chance.
ReplyDeleteciao lisa
you have an amazing space! i love the art wall over the sofa and you are totally making that orange work. love it!
ReplyDeleteCarla - i've only just discovered your work following the link from your lovely comment on my blog - how fabulous! Your apartment is stunningly beautiful, and your photography matches! I'm potentially going to be in Paris in January so will have a good browse through all your lovely images for inspiration.
ReplyDeleteJo x
I have been reading Inside Out since its first issue and love it. The posty doesn't deliver my subscription to our island home, so when I get back to Aus next month I will have 9 months worth of magazine bliss to catch up on - including seeing your feature. Do you think they'd be interested in a pitch about our beach shack? I'd give my left arm for a spread in their esteemed pages. Plus, let me know if you want a house swap :)
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Gosh Carla you spooked me when you left your comment this morning because I had read about you and your home in Paris in Inside Out which I always buy when I go to NZ
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Carla,
ReplyDeleteSomehow I missed this post.
You had me laughing with your Austin Power's shag pad comment!
I love to see artist's homes because I am so intrigued by there methods of decorating.
I'd love to read that issue...I wonder how I could find it?
Your artist's pad is beautiful. I love your kitchen. I would love to see more pictures of it!
Mandy
Truly inspiring...I'll be decorating my crazy pad very, very soon. A bientot.
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