This morning I came across these photos of decoupage artist John Derian’s Provincetown, Massachusetts home and instantly fell head over heels. I so admire his refusal to gut the 18th century property in favor of preserving its original charm. The wallpaper, textiles, artwork and furniture (much of which he designed himself) all compliment his handsome New England aesthetic. Best of all? The carriage house serves as a shop in summer months. I think this calls for a pilgrimage!
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quintessence says
I don’t think I’ve ever seen this – CHARMING!! But wouldn’t expect anything less from this talented style maven.
jane says
you can bet i’ll be tagging along! xo
Cate says
Very charming – I love the pale palette and weathered texture.
It looks very loved & lived in.
splendid market says
where’s the decoupage??
geri says
what a delightful way to spend this evening, perusing john derian company! some great xmas gifts! thanks katie. you find the best of the best!!
Lindsay says
Both of my parents grew up in Provincetown! They still live on the Cape so I try to get home as often as possible-especially in the summer! John’s shop is amazing, of course. Would we expect anything less? xo
Katie Armour says
Quintessence — I had somehow missed it as well. Such a find! xx
Alcira Molina-Ali says
So charming and natural and authentic.
Quite admirable traits these days.
Cheers, Alcira
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Jane Schott says
and then back to his place in NYC which has the same feel…remember the foyer walls covered in book pages? Love his attitude about things. I couldn’t do it, but ….
Francisca says
I love the fact that he didn’t try to “modernize” the interior and left those parts that show the dept and age of the house. My mother is a superb interior designer and she also believes in the importance of maintaining things from the past and balancing those with the present. The house is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing it. :)
Jeanne McKay Hartmann says
Oh, Katie! I love this. A perfect way to start the day. Thanks for sharing these wonderful photos. We have some http://theneotraditionalist.com/2010/11/13/chez-derian/#commentsvintage wing back chairs in need of some new upholstery. Would love to do them all in white like the one by the fireplace. Looks like the perfect spot to curl up with a good book!
Rachel Brady says
Oh my goodness I just want to move into that house!!! It looks so cozy and inviting. That living room looks amazing.
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kate h. says
this is my dream house
Champagne Maker says
UHHHH! Love it! We go to Mass. every summer…this is going on my to-do list. I have a John Darian trout platter that I adore…would love to see where he lives and what inspires. thanks for this!!
ginnybranch stelling says
yes ma’am! this is my kind of interiors through and through! he has a pair of oversized folk art dice and a well-worn artist’s palette as artwork that i am dying to find my version of. yum! did you ever see his spread in martha a ways back?
Stephanie says
love it! great find, don’t know how I’ve missed this!
Ashley says
As if Provincetown couldn’t get more wonderful, John Derian sets up camp there. I hope someday to return and stop by his carriage house shop!
Lena says
This might just be the world’s most perfect house. Get me back to the East Coast, quick!
Jenn @ LL4L says
I have never seen photos of this home but I love it! He is talented and I love stopping in his NYC store. I always find something to take home with me! Now I know where I need to go shopping next summer on the Cape!