Houston designer leslie sinclairs new book, segreto impressions, is a study in how color and finishing techniques can add vivid detail to a. Meet author, entrepreneur and artist leslie sinclair with. See all books authored by leslie sinclair, including forensic investigation of animal cruelty. Nosy questions for leslie sinclair river oaks houston. Graduating from the university of texas with a business degree, leslie, mother of three, left her corporate job in 1995 to start segreto finishes. Discover book depositorys huge selection of leslie sinclair books online. Meet author, entrepreneur and artist leslie sinclair with her latest book, segreto style. The book not only explores how finishes affect a homes overall allure by specifying develop a palette to complement your homes architecture and design style and give your surroundings a. The kind which can turn a newly built home into a french chateau. Segreto, which means secret in italian, rolls up all of leslie s passions architecture, interior design, art, people and business into her idea of the perfect job. Beautifully illustrated and oversized, segreto style takes you on a breathtaking tour of. Houston designers new book is a study in color houstonchronicle. I have long been convinced that the owner of segreto, leslie sinclair, is actually the wizard of oz behind the most beautiful houses in houston and more. This christmas, i received the nicest gift from my daughter, who works at huff harrington home.
Segreto style and the newly released segreto vignettes. I hope you are ready to walk into our new normal with a skip in your step. One of the most accomplished and admirable woman i have had the pleasure of getting to know is leslie sinclair, founder and owner of segreto finishes, a premier finish design firm. And with the launch of her fourth fabulous book, segreto impressions, her unique talent is evident on every single page. The third in the segreto book series, she says i have three kids, three dogs and now three books. Each and every image exudes quiet elegance and timeless appeal. Beautifully illustrated and oversized, segreto style takes you on a breathtaking tour of thirtynine exquisite interiors which transcend the style spectrum. Ive been reading some great books, such as the new segreto vignettes, by leslie sinclair. I am thrilled to introduce leslie sinclairs newest book segreto style leslie is the owner of segreto finishes, the houston based company that specializes in custom paint finishes for walls, cabinetry, floors and furniture. Leslie sinclair, with segreto finishes, who is one of my regular commenters here on the blog, is a blogger, and. A guide for veterinary and law enforcement professionals, and ask the vet about dogs. Leslie has written two very popular books, large volumes that showcase her work. Segreto finishes is a houstonbased company that specializes in custom finishes for walls, cabinetry, furnishings, and ceilings. Leslie sinclair will be in round top round top texas is.
After enjoying a successful career in corporate sales, leslie sinclair followed her passion for architecture and interior design by launching segreto finishes, a premier finish design firm based in houston, texas. Nov 05, 2019 our friend leslie sinclair is one of the best in the business when it comes to finishes. Leslie n sinclair is a signature member of the southern arizona watercolor guild and an associate member of the society of animal artists. I live 50 miles outside of houston and journeyed into leslies store she is a talent and this is the second book i purchased to see what leslie sinclair can do with paint and decorating. View more on leslie sinclairs website like 0 comments flag. Apr 21, 2015 leslie sinclair, with segreto finishes, who is one of my regular commenters here on the blog, is a blogger, and began her career as a decorative artist in 1995, when she started segreto finishes in the houston area. Segreto is well known to houstonites and the design world as the name behind countless, jawdropping beautiful homes. Segreto finishes owner leslie sinclair constantly explores new techniques and finishes that appeal to a multitude of styles and personal tastes. Segreto finishes, 1414 antoine dr, houston, tx 2020.
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Details about segreto impressions by leslie sinclair limited time offer segreto impressions by leslie sinclair limited time offer item information. Register for classes, and special events before they sell out. Leslie sinclair books list of books by author leslie. Segreto is well known to houstonites and the design world as. At segreto finishes, our goal is to be better tomorrow than we were today. Segreto impressions by leslie sinclair limited time offer. Bringing beauty and creativity to our clients with unmatched customer service, integrity, accountability and always a grateful heart. See more ideas about beautiful interiors, home and interior. My name is leslie sinclair, wife, mother of three and owner of segreto finishes, a premier home finishes design firm in good old houston, texas. Filled with beautiful homes that serve as visual inspiration, this 300 page oversized coffee table book details the vast number of finishes available and offers tips on how to choose the right. Last week, i received artist and designer leslie sinclairs lovely book, segreto.
I love just looking at the book and visualizing what i could do in my home. Owner of segreto finishes and author of four design books. These finishes include a newly engineered stucco application, glazes, murals, and faux paint jobs. With a staff of 35 artisans, the company has become a premier finish design firm with work featured in numerous publications including veranda. With a staff of over 43 artisans, the company has become a premier finish design firm with. Filled with extraordinary homes from in and around houston, texas, where leslies acclaimed interior finishes company is located, this book is a visual treat. The finishes they create really bring homes up to date.
An interview with leslie sinclair, owner of segreto finishes. Jun 28, 2017 segreto finishes owner leslie sinclair constantly explores new techniques and finishes that appeal to a multitude of styles and personal tastes. Segreto, which means secret in italian, rolls up all of leslies passions architecture, interior design, art, people and business into her idea of. I am so excited to present my friend leslie sinclairs latest book, segreto style. And so today, i am thrilled to announce a third book from leslie entitled segreto vignettes i was even more excited that leslie asked me to write the forward. I am so excited and honored they asked me to be there for their opening day with my newest book segreto impressions with over 400 pages it is by far my favorite to date. Aesthetic inspiration, segreto impressions takes you on a. Segreto finishes on the skirted roundtable my early. The post follow segreto this week segretostone, murals, painted floors and more. Leslies first book, segreto secrets to finishing beautiful interiors, was launched just. The book is such a showing of classic style adapted to our current time and needs.
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Finishes for walls, ceilings, floors and cabinetry are crucial to the embodiment of a homes character. Owner leslie sinclair turned her passion for architecture, interior design, and art into a successful niche business that makes the homes she works in unique and beautiful. Secrets to finishing beautiful interiors, in the mail. Leslies passions are interior design, architecture, art, people, and business. The secrets to finishing beautiful interiors, and segreto style, and is working currently on her third book segreto. Segreto vignettes is an invaluable guide to the world. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. I am excited to to share renowned finisher leslie sinclairs third book segreto vignettes showcasing the latest projects from her extensive portfolio. Secrets to finishing beautiful interiors by leslie sinclair hardcover.
Filled with beautiful homes that serve as visual inspiration, this 300 page oversized coffee table book details the vast number of finishes. If you arent familiar with leslies work, she ownes a company called segreto finishes which produces the most incredible decorative paint and plaster effects. Segreto finishes is a premier plastering and decorative painting firm in houston, texas providing distinctive finishes for walls cabinetry, ceilings. Segreto finishes on the skirted roundtable cotedetexas this week the skirted roundtable welcomes leslie sinclair, who owns houston based segreto finishes. Maybe it was in an mls listing or on or in architectural digest. For the majority of the finishes, i like to see the existing or chosen surfaces. Sep 02, 2016 ive been reading some great books, such as the new segreto vignettes, by leslie sinclair.
Leslie lives by the philosophy that upon entering a room, your eyes should not draw a distinction to one element or finish but should see the. Follow segreto this week segretostone, murals, painted floors and more. Aug 27, 2016 my name is leslie sinclair, wife, mother of three and owner of segreto finishes, a premier home finishes design firm in good old houston, texas. I am so happy to be featuring leslie sinclairs new booksegreto style leslie is the creator and owner behind segreto finishes, the houston based company that specializes in custom paint finishes for walls, cabinetry, floors and furniture. For certain projects, like refinishing beams or doors, the design idea can come first. Over the past 22 years, she has expanded her portfolio to include books, furniture, and countless design projects. Segreto impressionsby leslie sinclairspecial price for limited time. I am thrilled to introduce leslie sinclairs newest book segreto style.
I would so love her to cross the atlantic and work some magic on my home. Leslies first book, segreto secrets to finishing beautiful interiors, was launched just a few years ago and has been an absolute favorite of mine. Just a few years ago, leslie branched out and wrote her first book, segreto secrets to finishing. Segreto specializes in paint finishes applied to walls, ceilings, and cabinets. Leslie, the mother of three, left her corporate job in 1995 to start segreto finishes, naming the company after her husbands family. I had been working, and in and out of the rain all day long the reason for looking so lovely when i ran by cobblestone and vine to see leslie because she was doing a book signing and i was so excited to finally meet her in person. May 25, 20 finishes for walls, ceilings, floors and cabinetry are crucial to the embodiment of a homes character. Sep 21, 2011 an interview with leslie sinclair, owner of segreto finishes with all the painting projects going on around my house, i cant help thinking about my friend leslie sinclair and her decorative finish business, segreto finishes in houston.
View a selection of our portfolio of finishes including. Easy answers to commonly asked questions, a dog fancy book dog fancy books, and more on. Our friend leslie sinclair is one of the best in the business when it comes to finishes. She works harder than anyone i know, overseeing 25 skilled craftsmen. Paint or plaster can be tinted any color, but hard surfaces like tiles, floors, or counters and soft surfaces like fabrics and rugs are limited to what is available. Segreto fine paint finishes and plasters plaster houston tx lesliesinclair. Her watercolor paintings have been juried into many exhibits nationwide.
You dont have to be super rich in order to have a taste of segreto and leslie sinclair. I have her previous two books segreto and segreto style, and even though its a very close call, this is honestly my favorite. The segreto is out about local decorative painting firm. Filled with exquisite interiors that serve as visual inspiration, segreto impressions takes you on a breathtaking tour of. Segreto vignettes and other awesome books classic casual home. Beautifully illustrated and oversized, the segreto design books. If you love highend interior design, youve probably read the words segreto finishes. Segreto finishes niche in the world of design motivates owner leslie sinclair to constantly explore new techniques and finishes that appeal to a vast multitude of styles and personal tastes. Graduating from the university of texas with a business degree, leslie, mother of three, left her corporate job in 1995 to start segreto finishes, naming the company after her husbands family. Beautifully illustrated and oversized, the segreto design books take you on a. May 26, 2015 let me introduce you to leslie sinclair. Beautifully illustrated and oversized, the segreto design books take you on a breathtaking tours of exquisite interiors which transcend the style spectrum. We have absolutely devoured leslies three previous books and they are on our coffee tables as we speak.
Segreto, which means secret in italian, rolls up all of leslies passions architecture, interior design, art, people and business into her idea of the perfect job. Join facebook to connect with leslie piland sinclair and others you may know. Nov 25, 2019 houston designer leslie sinclairs new book, segreto impressions, is a study in how color and finishing techniques can add vivid detail to a home. Inspired by all aspects of artistic painting, owner leslie sinclair wrote two design coffee table books about interiors, art and finishes, which are for sale below.
Leslie describes that the world of decorative painting is limitless, everchanging and richly complex. Many houses i have shown in the past four years have been those. Leslie is the creator and owner behind segreto finishes, the houston based company that specializes in custom paint finishes for walls, cabinetry, floors and furniture. Thousands of ideas, beautifully photographed, bring design trends to life in this stunning collection of rooms adorned with finishes by segreto. This is a woman who has truly made her dreams come true. Leslie sinclair, with segreto finishes, who is one of my regular commenters here on the blog, is a blogger, and began her career as a decorative artist in 1995, when she started segreto finishes in the houston area. Andrea, one of our talented segreto designers, completed a facelift makeover of a traditional mediterranean home into a lighter and brighter elegant version with the.
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