French Inspired Traditional Chateau

Welcome to the dining room at The French Chateau. This room has a special place in my heart as I not only personally curated all the furniture, but also because it contains a very sentimental piece as the focal point. Above the black and gold credenza, you will notice a large, beautiful painting. This original landscape was completed by my uncle, Douglas Roether. My Uncle Doug was a professional artist, and I grew up marveling at his work and his beautiful gallery which he ran in Toledo, Ohio. In 2005, my uncle passed away from cancer much too early. After he passed away his wife held a special final art show in his gallery, and I was able to acquire this stunning piece. It reminds me of him, and the beautiful landscapes in Indiana which are home to me. Now when you enter our home you can see this piece almost immediately and it brings me so much joy as a result. Beautiful design is not just about following best practice design principles but also about nurturing sentiment and meaning in the spaces you spend your time.