“For me, the creation of a place is spirituality in life. It’s where life meets soul…”
– Marcelle Guilbeau
Are you dreaming of a place that reflects the passions of the people that dwell within?
In order to create a place that gives people joy, you need to attune to the things that make them feel alive, and the things they love to do. In the home, I call this your Soul Style. In the workplace, it’s the Core Values which feed the mission. Sometimes we are lucky enough to happen upon a place that reflects our inner compass (the place has good bones or a happy vibe). But more often, we create it.
Finish It with Layers: The Art of Making a Space Come Alive
SOULFUL HOME · CHAPTER SIX The art of making a space come alive. Have you ever walked into a beautifully furnished room and felt that something was missing? The sofa is lovely. The chairs are...
Build a Timeless and Classic Base
SOULFUL HOME · CHAPTER FIVE A beautiful room beginswith the pieces that fit. If you’ve been following along with this Soulful Home series, you’ve done quite a bit of work already. You’ve cleared a...
Your Aesthetic: The Things That Make You Feel Alive
SOULFUL HOME · CHAPTER FOUR Your Aesthetic: the things that make you feel alive. “The things you are passionate about are not random, they are your calling.” — Fabienne Fredrickson If you’ve been...
New build reflects neighborhood’s past
When the three partners of Wagon Wheel Title and Escrow decided to build a new office next door to their East Nashville bungalow, they wanted it to look like it belonged there — a commercial project that fit right in with its residential neighbors...
Before & After: A Stunning Belle Meade Home Makeover
Delighted by its charming historic feel and luscious garden surrounding, Marcelle Guilbeau’s client chose this Belle Meade home as her family’s first in Nashville. And while it was perfect for the previous owners, it needed to be totally transformed to channel the passions, dreams and lifestyle of its...
24 Wallpapered Foyers For A Gorgeous Home Entrance
Big design statements begin at the front door.











