Patina Homes & Gardens

The Giannettis’ Patina style of architecture is a design language that embraces the art of imperfection, offering a sanctuary where comfort, nature, and individuality converge in perfect harmony.

In exquisite photographs and personal stories, Patina Homes & Gardens features seven homes designed by Steve and Brooke Giannetti. The Giannettis’ reverence for history, a deep connection to nature, and a sense of comfort converge to shape the character of each distinctive home, whether it’s a seaside villa, a Tudor estate, a new Southern manor, a Spanish revival remodel, an estate inspired by West Virginia roots, or an English cottage. Each home is unique, beautifully appointed, has its own personality, and is highly functional for the families who live there.

The Giannettis invite readers to follow their story of a new life near the small town of Leipers Fork, Tennessee, featuring their 1850s-era log cabin homestead remodeled in the signature Patina style and surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Patina Homes & Gardens showcases the transformative power of design in everyday life.

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.