Asheville, NC
Here is the picture that started it all.? About a year ago, this shot was the inspiration for what was to become the?ballroom for the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Asheville, NC.? I feel that I am very, very, very lucky to work with the design team and owner of the Kessler Collection since they are all about bringing inspired artistry into their one-of-a-kind boutique hotels.? I’ve worked with them on two other properties before and they brought me in on this project.? We were commissioned to do the distressed faux work on the Ballroom & Pre-Function areas in addition to providing the mirrors for these areas as well as one of the lobbies, the public bathrooms and smaller elevator panels.? We’ve been working non-stop — have you noticed I haven’t written?
The Orlando team is finishing the final mirrors this week and then they come up to join the NC team this weekend — we will then go into?hyperdrive by adding the finishing touches which include gorgeous metallics and?gold leafing.??I’m giving you a mirror sneak peek?and?of?some “before” elements but I’m also going to be taking?major After shots.
I do hope you consider visiting Asheville, NC and staying at the Grand Bohemian Hotel.? From the brief tour I took on the first day to get my bearings, it looks to be quite the stunner.? My jaw dropped at the lobby, I kid you not!? (I’ll post pics soon.)? They have the Biltmore House nearby that you can visit and?it is a lovely town from what I gather (haven’t had any opportunity to sightsee, LOL!).?? Going to sleep now…early day tomorrow…
Angela
1064 days ago
You are so fabulous. This is just the project you SHOULD be doing. It fits you and yet you are so humble.
Lucinda
1064 days ago
OMG! So far the mirrors look AMAZING! Very, very nice… but I would expect nothing but perfection from you and your crew. I can’t wait to see what happens to the walls and that ceiling. Thanks for the email in between your jaunts to NC… we’ll touch base once you’ve had a chance to sleep for a month when this project is done. Don’t forget to take breaks, bend, stretch and breath. Be well my friend.
Theresa Cheek
1063 days ago
I think I am in love!!!!!!! My kind of creativity.
Sharon
1062 days ago
Hey Regina,
Love the entrance to the ballroom. GORGEOUS!!!! While you are in Asheville, NC, you OUGHT to go visit Biltmore Estate…. It’s so awe-inspiring!!! Grande!! How is the job coming along? Can’t wait for you to post pictures of the Pre-job and Post-job. I share your passionate love for faux. B safe, my friend.
Canvas Prints
1062 days ago
Congratulations, you’re working on an amazing project. I think boutique hotels are lovely. I can’t wait to see your photos.
Renee
1062 days ago
LOVE the mirrors and the entrance. Girl, what a teaser and can’t wait to see the final stages.
I have had the opportunity to see the Biltmore and all I can say is stunning. I hope you do get a day of r&r..from the looks of it you deserve it.
Suzanne
1061 days ago
Wow! The mirrors are coming along so nicely! I can’t wait to see the finished product! I know you guys are going to do an awesome job, your work is always so gorgeous.
patty
1060 days ago
What a romantic place. Your work will be admired by so many that walk through that building – how cool is that!
Melanie Designamour
1058 days ago
Hi Regina-glad to see that the mirror class paid off so well for you AND that other people have a hard time keeping up with their blogging
I can’t wait to see the final outcome. Keep up the great work!!!
Cre8Tiva
1047 days ago
i love asheville…isn’t the energy there remarkable for an artist???..i am celebrating my 3rd blogacersary this week with a BiG GiVeAwAy…please come join in and spread the word…blessings, rebecca
Tonewood
1042 days ago
I think I need to remodel my house door and ceiling to look exactly like those. I can’t think of a reason not to.
Regina Garay
1039 days ago
Thank you all for your comments! I should be posting some pics soon — trying to sort through them all. It was definitely a memorable project.