A Review of: Romance & Rhododendrons…The Greenbrier by Carleton Varney - Dorothy Draper Designs
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- čas přidán 15. 07. 2022
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This book is the first title to reveal the interior spaces as well as other buildings on the grounds of the famous Greenbrier Hotel
Never-seen-before sketches and vintage color photographs from Dorothy Draper's archive of the redesign of the hotel, with behind-the-scenes anecdotes from international designer Carleton Varney, who has made his own mark on the hotel, and new photography by Michel Arnaud
In 1946 (after a stint as a World War II military hospital), quintessential American decorator Dorothy Draper was brought in to restore the Greenbrier hotel. She created a signature look - described at the time as 'Romance and Rhododendrons' - that has influenced and delighted not only designers and decorators but also travelers, weary of the gray and beige color schemes that permeate most hospitality properties even now. Draper transformed the interiors with bold colors, classical influences and modern touches. When Carleton Varney arrived in Mrs. Draper's office in 1961 to work as an assistant in the design department, one of his first tasks was to accompany the design icon by train to one of her most well-known and publicized projects. Since that time, he has been involved with every aspect of the hotel's design, maintaining and continuing the look that Draper designed, as well as modernizing, upgrading and putting his own stamp on it. Working with his experienced and innovative team, Varney has turned the historic hotel into a resort for the 21st century.
I want to go there! It looks like a wonderful place to get happy! Thank you
Mary…I always loved mr Varney…..he always wore only red socks….my favorite color…..wouldn’t you would have loved to work with those two great?.?.?…….Thankyou for sharing this book….loved that you got to visit the Greenbrier…..you have had such a fun life…..Hugs Carolyn from columbus GA
Yes, but if I'm being honest, I think I would have been afraid of Dorothy Draper. 😁
How nice ,lovely and wonderful of you and your gracious words !!! This man was a pioneer !! Book is a must have !! All of us who design ,style and live a life of substantial color and happiness, use this book as vessel of color and decorating and a template from a master !!!! Thank you for this homage!!
Monty- you are really kind. I was so sad to hear of Mr. Varney's death. Thank you!
I love your work. Glad I subscribed. Thanks.
James- I appreciate that very much. Thank you for subscribing!
Thank you Mary. My husband and I will definitely visit the Greenbrier. It looks magical. Thank you for your lovely review of the book. 💕💕💕
Love these videos. Always end up rewatching past videos as there's always beautiful images missed the first viewing. Addictive, enjoyable and georgious content. I've purchased many books from your videos. Keep em coming! Well done! 👏 👏 👏
Awesome! Thank you, I appreciate that.
I LOVE your narrative voice and calm manner in sharing these beautiful incite-full books. Thank You!
Thank you for the comment and encouragement. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
So interesting
I have a vintage book of Charleton Varney’s. It is dated from 1969.
That is very cool. Hold on to that one!
I love everything about this video
Thank you. I was so sad when Carleton Varney died, but both he and Dorothy Draper live on at the Greenbriar!
RIP 🙏
I have to comment here....in my UTTERLY "uncalled for," perhaps awful opinion....I think that the movie "The Shining" would have been far more horrifying if it had been filmed in the Greenbrier! Wow. You couldn't MAKE me stay here. There are areas that are engaging....but not many. YOU, though, Tartan Topiary, are always informative, kind, and fair. I appreciate you. This place has always made me cringe.