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Monthly Archives: September 2015
Outstanding American Gardens | A Celebration 25 Years of the Garden Conservancy
In 1988 “horticultural enthusiast” Frank Cabot had a vision. So inspired by a visit to Ruth Bancroft’s unusual garden of succulents near San Francisco, Cabot and his wife Anne wanted to ensure that a place of such overwhelming creativity and beauty would never disappear after the owner could no longer look after it.…
Posted in garden
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Giving Design a Voice
As we were all reminded by Deborah Needleman in her revelatory editor’s letter in this week’s inspiring issue of T magazine, there is a lot that happens behind the scenes at a publication to make it all happen in a seamless successful way.…
Posted in interior design
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At Home with Susanna Salk and Michael Bruno in Tuxedo Park
Not only is Michael Bruno, founder of 1stdibs and now Housepad App (more on that in a bit) a man of innovative creative ideas but also of great taste. Changing the way people around the world could buy one-of-a-kind antiques, furniture, jewelry and more, meant traveling the globe to find dealers for 1stdibs.…
Posted in architecture, art, At Home with, Stylish Shopping
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Sneak Peek of Our At Home with Video at Tuxedo Park
Last month, Susanna and I were thrilled to visit 1stdibs and Housepad founder Michael Bruno at his majestic house at Tuxedo Park. While you’ll have to wait until Thursday to tag along for our video visit, I had so many photos of the beautiful surroundings and Michael’s spectacular house, I thought I’d share a little sneak peek.…
Posted in interior design
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Carrier and Company Positively Chic Interiors
Like everything that comes out of the offices of Carrier and Company, their new book, Positively Chic Interiors, makes it all look so easy and effortless.
As with their projects, there is a crispness and clarity to the book design, with lush imagery yet room to breathe.…
As with their projects, there is a crispness and clarity to the book design, with lush imagery yet room to breathe.…
Posted in books, design, interior design
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Showhouse on the Green Sneak Peek
What to do when a 19th century church on a historic town green in Connecticut needs to restore its rectory, also a classic structure from 1834? Organize a designer showhouse of course! Showhouse on the Green, opening Saturday in Fairfield, CT, celebrates the history and future of St.…
Posted in architecture, interior design
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Nantucket House Tour | Stylish in Sconset
Most Nantucket regulars would agree that September is the most beautiful month on island. The throngs of tourists have left, you can actually get a restaurant reservation, the water is still warm and that early autumn light softens the colors to glinting golden hues.…
Posted in architecture, art, garden, interior design
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A Day at Château de Vaux le Vicomte
While no doubt familiar with the palatial splendor of Louis XIV’s Versailles, what you may not know is that the inspiration, and indeed the architect, decorator and garden designer, were taken (rather literally) from Nicolas Fouquet’s masterpiece, the Château de Vaux le Vicomte.…
Posted in architecture, art history, garden, history, interior design, travel
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The Last Days of Summer
As the weekend marking the unofficial end of summer winds to a close, here’s hoping you all have a wonderful Labor Day with great memories of the season. I’ve included a few of mine that I haven’t yet shared. From my favorite spot in Maine, Migis Lodge, their classic Chris Craft that cruises the lake and transports guests to island picnics.…
Posted in Nantucket, travel
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