"White dendrobium orchids and silver fir cascade down the stair rail in the entry hall. A flock of feather birds alights on a vase of beaded branches. Floral design is by Rebekah Johnson." Wrought-iron stair rail is custom.
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart, husband Duncan Stewart, their two children and a pair of Parson Russell terriers.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"Wreaths and garlands hung with simple red ribbon adorn the exterior."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family. The house is located in the West University neighborhood - near Rice University.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"The living room is a subtle symphony in ivory and champagne, with furniture upholstered in creamy mohair [and] rich silk curtains . . . "
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"[T]he curved silhouette of a French apothecary bottle" punctuates a corner of the living room.
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"Swags of noble fir crown each window, while vintage-inspired white feather trees nestle on a marble-top chest."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"In the family room, white canvas slipcovers dress club chairs from the '40s. Sand dollars serve as ornaments on the miniature tree. The ornate candelabra is from Shabby Slips."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
The limestone mantel was custom made for the fireplace.
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"The dining table features a composition of cake stands with compotes of roses, peonies, and kumquats, wreathed by whimsical snow-covered trees. The antique French tole chandelier with swags of crystal beads adds a touch of glamour. The dramatically scaled still life of oranges is by Mexican artist Gustavo Valenzuela."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"The dining table features a composition of cake stands with compotes of roses, peonies, and kumquats, wreathed by whimsical snow-covered trees."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"The children eagerly await each year's masterful gingerbread house created by family member Stephanie Butler, who also made the gingerbread cookies that dance across the iron chandelier. Wreaths festooned with peppermint candies add to the visions of sugarplums."
Counter made of honed Crema Marfil marble for its "aged look."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"[F]amily member Stephanie Butler . . . made the gingerbread cookies that dance across the iron chandelier."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"The master bedroom is a snow-white haven with its silk curtains and lush bed skirt. Garlands over the windows bring holiday decor into the bedroom."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and her family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
A coral-encrusted mirror and vanity table add glamour to the master bedroom.
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
"Amethyst and icy blue ornaments suit the charming color scheme in daughter Caroline's room. Even the chandelier has lavender crystals."
Houston, Texas home of Michelle Stewart and family.
Interior design by Michelle Stewart.
Photographed by Tria Giovan.
Written by Jill Kirchner Simpson.
"White Christmas" produced by Susanna Showers Moldawer.
Originally published in Southern Accents (November - December 2005).
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