A storytelling home by Léa Plourde-Archer

Modern tales of a messy abode

Month: June 2012

  • The drawing

    At first glance, there is nothing extraordinary about this piece of paper that is taped to the message board on the desk. Just a cute drawing that was ripped out of a textbook and colored during bored times. What keeps me from throwing this out is knowing where it comes from and what it stands…

  • The desk

    I moved to the city 5 years ago, mainly for school, but also because I had always idealized living in an urban environment. Two of my friends from my hometown were already here, yet I consciously made the choice to get a room in an apartment that I would share with 2 roommates whom I…

  • The office

    The first actual room you will enter, after having removed your footwear in the entrance, would be the office. One day, grand things will happen here. Big decisions will be taken. Great minds will meet. Innovations will result. I… will not be a part of any of these moments, as this is my man’s office!…

  • The entrance

    I collect art. Nothing fancy, no big named pieces. I really wouldn’t care for that, even if I had mounds of money to spend. I’m all about meaning, even though, sometimes, I also like to create art without specific content, but that showcases interesting color schemes and textures. Here in the entrance of my home,…

  • We’ve been living here for almost ten months now. This condo was an absolute coup de coeur for me right upon setting sight on it. My man was also keen on it, but not so happy about the price (a fairly good deal for the neighborhood). With much pleading and persuasive arguments, I managed to convince…