I was born in Poland , I lived in a little village near Cracow, a very beautiful place, I didn’t choose to come to France; it happened by chance. I came here for a holiday 23 years ago, met a tall handsome French boy, fell in love … and the rest is history![blank]
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[blank]Did you already speak French when you first arrived here?
[blank]Does that mean you feel totally at home here, or do you think you may opt for a change one day?
Yes, my home is in France now. I love living here and I love France, but it doesn’t mean that I won’t move one day. Maybe to a country with a language I don’t know yet! I love a challenge!! [blank]
The way of living in France is completely different to Poland. But both of them are charming in their own ways, I love to entertain at home, and to see my house dressed up for a party! Often we have parties where friends arrive with their children too, so the house fills up quickly!
Over the past seven years, we hold big summer parties, often with a lot of people through the whole night. It is our way to catch up with friends from all over the world, many of whom fly into France just for our evening!
Good wine, good food, fireworks, dancing and the party finishes as the sun rises.[blank]
[blank]How would you describe your interior style?
Yes it was really exciting because it was a dream for me, to have my own little store, and be able to help clients make their homes more beautiful.
The advantage of of being in a small town is the quality of life, I walk through the town from my home to the shop, I know everyone on the way, the children always walked to school and we all came home together for lunch each day.[blank]
[blank]Could you describe your daily routine in a few words?
[blank]Your store is very feminine, with a mix of colours and a happy atmosphere. How important is that for you?
As for my home, colour is important. Beautiful surroundings are important for a tranquil life, and I do my best to create that in my store, to make my clients feel comfortable and welcome.[blank]
28 comments
enjoyed your conversation with Dana, what an inspiration she is. thank you
If I could… Thanks for sharing. This is one of my ideas for the future when I have my parents' house completely reformed. A dream
Such a nice, warm conversation. my cousin has the same type of ship in a tiny town in South West of france. Compared to my life running a furniture business in New York, his is so much healthier, calmer and enjoyable…
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We could be interested in a house swap with your friend Dana. how do I find out more details. Regards Doreen
I have always dreamed of a home swapping holiday…. but it is still a dream 🙂
Wonderful interview. Thanks for sharing Dana and her luvly home ans shop with us.
Cheers ladies,
Gee
Had a lovely time with your charming girlfriend, and I have no doubt she will get many volunteers for a "house swap" after you showcased her lovely home so expertly, Sharon 🙂 Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)
Would love to change houses with Dana, what fun that would be. I live on a ranach in central texas close to Austin Texas. We also have a little historic house in Llano Tx. built in 1896. So, I need to get in touch with Dana and see if she is interested in Texas. Thanks for all the wonderful things you bring to us. I am learning so much. See you in Sept. Becky Burgess
What a lovely peek!
Beautiful!! The shrubs in the terracotta pots looks fake!
Buxus, my dear!! (Commonly know as “box”.). Not fake. A slow growing evergreen shrub. Yours was an irrelevant comment.
какой уютный домик и интерьер, очаровательная хозяйка, так всё натурально и естественно)), заходите и ко мне в гости, буду рада
What an interesting piece on your friend, Dana. She sounds delightful. I cannot imagine anyone wanting to swap houses during the summer's we have here in Texas.
But, it's a great idea. Anyway, look what happened in the movie "Holiday."
xx's
What a wonderful post and would just love to swap houses (although our plans are not for about 5 years time) but who knows she may want to visit Australia some time in the future!
Une très belle rencontre… Un interview parfaitement bien régenté avec de magnifiques photos. Dana a une très belle maison et nul doute elle trouvera facilement une famille désireuse de vivre le temps des vacances en Normandie.
Gros bisous
Such a charming friend!
Hi Sharon nice to meet your friend ,hi Dana…..we have been in our home 26 years tonight my son & his partner & I are declutering I have been told I am a hoarder oops silly me I love to collect old things then I turn them into photographic art I have had to many coffee breaks & reading my emails in between sorting outstuff
I realy need my own little studio well one day heehee then I can have as much junk as I like a better go they are calling me again''mum''' help!!!!!
nighty night xxxx pamela
you are so lucky, what an extraordinary place to live – your home is beautiful, straight out of a french home magazine 🙂
I would love an exchange of homes with Dana in the summertime, however, a summer in Arizona isn't exactly pleasant with the heat we have at that time. The rest of the year it's wonderful. Thank you for introducing your friend to us, she's lovely & so is her home.
She's gorgeous.. and I can see that the home swap idea will be inundated… 🙂 xv
This is a pleasant interview and her home is so beautiful!
Oh, this was such an enjoyable post. Your friend seems wonderful and her home is lovely. Thank you for showing us one
What a great interview…..always thought a home swap could be such fun!
The photo of dining al fresco in the garden in the evening is so magical!
Dropping the line … would love a home swap! Our home is in Maryland USA and will send photos and info if you email. Have a lovely large home with relaxing gardens. Thank you. judibluiez@aol.com
Hello,
What a wonderful interview. I absolutely love the green drapes with the purple and pink. I love the charm and eclecticness:) is that a word? I live just north of Charlotte NC and would love to swap houses with Dana. I have 3/4 of an acre all in flower gardens so no matter when she came she would be surrounded by flowers and we are right across the street from the lake. If she wanted a taste of the city Charlotte is only 20 minutes away and filled with life and art.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Linda Napier
Marvelous interview.
The swapping idea is intriguing! We live near Houston, Texas, a stone's throw from the space center, a hop and a skip from Kemah (restaurants, amusement park), a hop, skip, and jump from downtown (museums, theaters), and 30 km from Galveston and the Gulf, with its beaches. Our house has 4 bedrooms and an enclosed back yard.
Seeing all the responses above, you could probably start a new service! 🙂
Galina Lane
Just loved this story!..everytime i hear the tales, see the beautiful home pictures, inspires me to try to bring a little piece of France into my home and garden! ..