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FABRICS

Elsewhere, the tone shifts. An outdoor The natural patina that develops on like spaces within a home: light-filled
space in Los Angeles may feel more pieces left outdoors over time is impossible sanctuaries where plants can thrive and
curated and relaxed, while a Parisian to replicate. A stone table or sculpture inhabitants can retreat.
terrace will often feature antique French that has remained outside for decades At the completion of a project, she
garden furniture. What gives a space its acquires a surface that becomes almost always presents the home adorned with
soul is this subtle mix of eras, origins, and like a work of art. Only nature can create flower arrangements and a curated
local influences. this perfectly imperfect beauty. Whenever selection of vases and pots, guiding clients
possible, Tiegen likes like to bring one of on how to continue bringing seasonal
"There isn't a perfect formula," these naturally weathered pieces indoors. flowers and nature into their daily lives.
Marianne says. "You simply feel when They reconnect the interiors with nature. Because, ultimately, the home and the
something is harmonised." Years of searching for antiques allow us garden are never separate. They are part
to discover these rare and unique objects. of the same living landscape. dw
To create that harmony, she believes Whenever possible, Marianne Tiegen
you must genuinely love gardens and also enjoys creating small orangerie- www.mariannetiegen.com
nature. The goal is to recreate, gently
and thoughtfully, what the surrounding
landscape already offers. Sustainability
remains essential throughout the process.
Whether antique or reclaimed, materials
are chosen carefully so that design never
comes at the expense of environmental
responsibility.

Blurring the Boundaries
Sometimes the exchange between
indoors and outdoors works both ways.
Vintage outdoor pieces, such as those
by Willy Guhl or Mathieu Matégot,
are occasionally brought inside, their
weathered patina adding character and
authenticity to interior spaces.

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