Admired for their creation of artfully designed houses, Steve and Brooke Giannetti are celebrated for their signature Patina style. Their unpretentious and elegant design is rooted in their love of history, natural materials, and antiques. Steve, an acclaimed architect, seamlessly combines various architectural influences, drawing from historic styles while infusing them with a modern sense of space. Brooke, an interior designer, adeptly blends antiques with a palette inspired by the natural world.
Brooke's influential design blog, Velvet and Linen, was launched in 2009 as a platform to share their stories, dreams, and creative endeavors. Through the blog and numerous publications, the Giannettis have amassed a dedicated following inspired by their design and life philosophy. Their four bestselling books--Patina Style (2011), Patina Farm (2016), Patina Living (2019), and Patina Homes (2021)--chronicle the evolution of their journey through California, designing homes and creating dreams.
Following their passion and a shared dream of a life immersed in nature, the Giannettis relocated to the quaint town of Leipers Fork, Tennessee, south of Nashville. Along with their daughter Leila, they are building Patina Meadow, a hundred-acre farmstead designed to connect to the region's history, immersed in the abundance that nature provides. At the center of life in Leipers Fork is Brooke's store, Patina Home and Garden. Inspired by historical mercantile, Brooke curates a selection of European antiques, creative home products, and handcrafted items, as well as a farm store with flowers and produce grown locally, providing visitors an opportunity to embrace the slower paced country lifestyle. Visit their website, www.patinahomeandgarden.com. The Giannettis live near Leipers Fork, TN.
