With refined interiors, this 1900s Pass Christian cottage embraces the casual elegance of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
The Froises' cottage is one of the buildings in Pass Christian’s Scenic Drive historic district.
“We wanted it to be warm and inviting with a touch of style,” says Louana.
Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins
They knew that they needed to bring in a skilled designer to achieve their vision in a timely manner.
“We called our daughter’s friend, Grace, right away,” says Louana.
Interior designer Grace Kaynor is a New Orleans native, and she owns thedesign shop Sotreon Magazine Street.
“The home’s interiors embrace what this place is all aboutcasual elegance,” says Kaynor.
“I say it’s ‘old-school beach’ here.
After spending all day out in the sun, people are still entertaining with their china and silver.”
“To me, that is authentic beauty that you just can’t re-create.”
The homeowners feel the same way about the precious time they spend in Pass Christianit can’t be duplicated.
“Our little cottage provides us a spirit of joie de vivre,” says Louana.
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“We walk the beach daily with our dachshunds.
It’s truewe have a love for old things.”
The kiskadee is a bird native to Texas, a yellow-and-black flycatcher.
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The small birdhouses atop the fence posts and a carved sign in the guesthouse pay tribute to the name.
“They reflect the light that streams in from the windows all around the room.
If used in strategic places, white furniture can do magic.”
Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins
Invest In Statement Pieces
The four-poster bed byNoir Furniturewas the first new furniture purchase for the cottage.
“I preach that good design and custom pieces take time.
“The more polished embroidered fabric we chose gave the piece the uber-custom look we desired.”
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“I often have morning tea or an evening cocktail at our cafe table outside.”
Show Your True Colors
The Froises chose to keep the cottage’s original exterior paint.
“It inspired and communicated a serenity that we didn’t want to lose.”
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“Those pieces make statements and carry the rooms on their own.”
The pair of bold, artful conversation pieces make for the perfect porch bar.
We wanted to have fun with it by maximizing the space and keeping it lighthearted.”
Iconic U.S. 90 takes you along the edge of the Gulf, nearly at sea level.
As the day fades, a sunset cruise is never to be missed.
With multigenerational appeal, The Pass draws people in with its relaxed lifestyle and keeps them forever.
Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins
Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins
Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins
Credit: Dane Tashima; Styling: Page Mullins
Credit: Dane Tashima
