Adore August 2021

W hen Fran and Jeff Lorio fell in love with a Victorian gem in Uptown New Orleans, they turned to designer Penny Francis to create their daughter Vivian's new room. Penny worked with the Lorios on their previous home, so she knew just what should make the move from the nursery to the new bedroom and how to introduce design elements that would mature and grow with Vivian in the years ahead. The goal was that she loves the bedroom no matter her age, and the result is enchanting and elegant décor that strikes the perfect balance of whimsy and sophistication mixed with sentimental treasures that will certainly go the distance. "We knew we wanted a canopy bed, so we made that the starting point for the design," Penny explains. "This custom-made piece is fully upholstered, including the rails, in a high-performance ivory fabric." I love how the bed anchors the space with its dreamy scalloped detailing. And for a definitive statement of whimsical charm, Penny Mini Muses

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ADORE • AUGUST 2021