At Petit Balcon
à Portofino
My Gallery
The Red and Blue Chairs
The red and blue chairs sit in quiet conversation, carrying the whispers of three cultures. The blue chair breathes of France, the hue of liberty and skies that awaken poets; it drifts to Australia, where ocean and horizon embrace with serene vastness; and it sails to Indonesia, where the seas weave islands into a tapestry of unity 🌊. The red chair glows with warmth — France’s passion and courage, Australia’s sunburnt earth that anchors the spirit, and Indonesia’s brave heart, shining proudly in its flag ❤. In the corner, the white pot stands humbly, a vessel of stillness and simplicity, holding life in quiet balance — the silent witness to colours, cultures, and conversations of the heart. Side by side, they are more than places to rest; they are symbols of connection and belonging — a tender meeting of worlds on a simple balcony, where cultures entwine like lovers in timeless embrace.
The Deep Cobalt Blue
At Petit Balcon à Portofino, the deep cobalt blue of the birdbath stands as a luminous thread, weaving together three cultures that I hold close 🌊💙. It reminds me of France,, blue is the soul of the nation — the bleu of the Tricolore, symbolizing liberty and the vast skies over Provence. It speaks of elegance, depth, and the calm waters of the Mediterranean. It carries me to Australia, this blue recalls the endless sweep of ocean that embraces the continent, the clear summer skies above coastal cliffs, and the freedom of wide, open horizons. It feels bold, vibrant, and alive with possibility. And takes me to Indonesia , blue whispers of the archipelago’s tropical seas, from Bali’s serene waves to the mystic depths of Raja Ampat. It carries both spirituality and vitality, often seen in batik patterns that celebrate harmony and balance. Here, on this little balcony, this single shade of blue gathers all of these worlds I love — France, Australia, and Indonesia — into one quiet moment. It feels like home, everywhere at once.❤🇮🇩🇫🇷🇳🇿
The Vintage Standing Fan
Even the quietest corners are alive with rustic poetry 🌿✨. A vintage standing fan—weathered by time, softened by rust—leans gracefully beside a terracotta pot where vibrant green leaves unfurl, crowned with fiery orange blossoms. Once a simple utility, the fan now feels like a piece of living art, an emblem of summers long past, whispering softly with the Mediterranean breeze. Yet beyond its charm lies a deeper story—of beauty entwined with sustainability. ♻ The fan, lovingly upcycled and given a second life, stands as a reminder that nothing need be wasted. Each petal, each leaf, and even each reclaimed object carries meaning: a celebration of resilience, harmony, and respect for the earth. Together, plant and fan compose a tableau of imperfect beauty—where nostalgia and renewal meet, and where every detail invites us to slow down, breathe deeply, and see the grace in simple things.
Red Chair and Beringin Bonsai
at Petit Balcon à Portofino
The vivid red of the chair reflects a shared cultural resonance across three nations. In France, red signifies the valor and revolutionary spirit embedded in the Tricolore. In Australia, it recalls the ochre tones of the continent’s vast interior and the radiance of its setting sun. In Indonesia, red embodies courage (berani) as part of the national flag, here thoughtfully paired with the Beringin bonsai — a symbolic tree of the nation’s emblem, representing shelter, endurance, and unity. Together, the chair and bonsai form a dialogue of color and symbol, uniting European elegance, Australian landscape, and Indonesian heritage within a single intimate space.
Viva la France 🇫🇷
Rise, Australia 🇳🇿
Jayalah Indonesia 🇮🇩