Lisa Strait Vanpoucke has been collecting antiques for more than 20 years, a passion that turned into a business. Making frequent trips to Europe to hunt for special pieces, she has been showcasing her finds in Round Top since 2004.
“Round Top is an important venue because it allows me to reach the most clients in a short period of time,” she says. “The pieces I’m bringing to this show are about simple edited design and a polished finish. Although I have a pair of rare Italian side tables and several antique dining tables, I’m really excited about my Italian lamps. The Italians love great lighting. I couldn’t agree more. Like great jewelry on a woman, beautiful lamps make a room.
Lisa has a line of signature candles
When it comes to what these pieces reflect about her personal style she says, “I feel like my style is always evolving. I prefer incorporating period antiques into a modern edited setting.” In determining a client’s style, she says, “I like to ask questions about lifestyle and favorite design periods to determine in what direction to steer a client.”
Her client base is ever evolving and always expanding. “In the past, it was the antiques collector. Now it’s a combination of young professionals looking for key pieces and designers looking to find the right combination of great pieces to polish their design project.” This keeps Lisa inspired. “What I love most about what I do is that it doesn’t feel like a job. It’s a treasure hunt that doesn’t end.”
Read more about Lisa’s story and view select pieces online at AnticaCollection.com.
