A Chat With Joe Minton

He has transformed houses from Texas to Colorado to Rhode Island, giving each an identity that reflects both owner and locale, always with a touch of elegance

Karen J. Downs, interview by Molly Pastor

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Antiques vs. Reproductions

I know you love antiques. Do you ever use reproductions?
Yes! I use reproductions when an antique is not available or appropriate. Beds and upholstered pieces are good examples. Sometimes old reproductions are a good bet because they have the patina of age.

Minton's Favorites
Fabric: Tree of Life and Chinese Lantern (shown here) by Lee Jofa (to the trade) (www.leejofa.com) I have both of these hand-blocked linens in my Fort Worth house and have used them for upholstery and draperies. I’ve used Chinese Lantern on walls as well.