House Tour-Violeta

Name: Violeta Clemente
Location: Aveiro, Portugal
Square Footage: 400m2 (4,305sq ft)
Years Lived in: 2 years
Rent or own: Own
Describe your style: Simple, natural, recycled, pure, neutral
Blog/Website/Twitter: chadebergamota.wordpress.com

What's your favourite free/found item?
I don't have just one... but maybe the old drawers set I've found at grandpa's house

What's your favorite purchased item?
"she, a painting by Graça Paz

What has been your biggest obstacle in decorating/design?
Trying not to think about it all the time!!

Is your design style organic or planned?
Totally unplanned!

What is your favorite spot in the house?
“My” corner, under the lamp, in the living room

How has your style changed in the past 5 years?
I've learned the pleasures of recycling, reusing, thrifting,
I've also learned to relax and "let it go" instead of trying to preview every little detail

What is your favorite resource or store?
Flea markets, charity shops, nature, garbage

What is your biggest decorating/design pet peeve?
Don't have/ Don’t remember any/ Can't think of a single one

What has been your favorite design trend?
I've a lot in common with the wabi-sabi concept

What is the biggest influence on your design/decorating style?
Mark and Sally Bailey

What in your home dictates how you design/decorate?
The things I love should be surrounding me, more than just aesthetics they all carry special meanings or bring me special memories

What is the simplest thing you have done that has made the biggest impact?
Being myself, searching for my own style

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