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Month: September 2015

Outstanding American Gardens | A Celebration 25 Years of the Garden Conservancy
Garden

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… Read More

Giving Design a Voice
Interior design

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,… Read More

At Home with Susanna Salk and Michael Bruno in Tuxedo Park
Architecture, Art

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… Read More

Sneak Peek of Our At Home with Video at Tuxedo Park
Interior design

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… Read More

Carrier and Company Positively Chic Interiors
Books, Design, Interior design

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… Read More

Showhouse on the Green Sneak Peek
Architecture, Interior design

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,… Read More

Nantucket House Tour | Stylish in Sconset
Architecture, Art, Garden, Interior design

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… Read More

Madeline Weinrib Pop-Up at Barney’s
Art, Design, Fashion, Gifts, Interior design

Madeline Weinrib Pop-Up at Barney’s

Madeline Weinrib travels the world to bring bring her authentic aesthetic home for her eponymous brand. And so it is particularly appropriate… Read More

A Day at Château de Vaux le Vicomte
Architecture, Garden, Interior design, Travel

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… Read More

The Last Days of Summer
Nantucket, Travel

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… Read More

Virtual Postcard | Max Sinsteden in Capri
Interior design, Travel

Virtual Postcard | Max Sinsteden in Capri

Summer may be winding down, but travel inspiration continues. In the latest segment of VIRTUAL POSTCARD, designer Max Sinsteden takes… Read More

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A few highlights from an amazing week of design! T A few highlights from an amazing week of design! Thank you to everyone who helped make @nantucketbydesign such a memorable and successful event!! My co-chair @oliviacharney and I can’t wait to bring you more exciting inspiration next year!! . . . #nantucket #nantucketbydesign #nantucketstyle #nantucketisland #designinspiration #designevent #antiques #interiordesign #entertaining #athome #decor #collecting #fashionshow #tabledecor
Magical evening with @casabranca celebrating @nant Magical evening with @casabranca celebrating @nantucketbydesign chez my co-chair @oliviacharney beautiful island home!! Thanks to everyone who joined us this week at our many events, our wonderful speakers and to the many sponsors who helped support @ackhistory ! And finally a special shout out to @staceywhittierstuart our fearless leader at the Nantucket Historical Association without whom none of this would be possible!
We are excited to be offering an exclusive sneak p We are excited to be offering an exclusive sneak peek during @nantucketbydesign of the @veronicabeard x @juliskaofficial collaboration collection! See it at their 11 South Water St. shop where panel speaker @taraguerard has created an island inspired tablescape! A percentage of all sales at the VB Nantucket shop from Aug 3-7 will benefit @ackhistory ! AND we can’t wait for our exciting NBD Veronica Beard fashion show at a beautiful waterfront home tomorrow!! Tickets at NHA.org !!
Event chair, designer @susanzisesgreeninc at our @ Event chair, designer @susanzisesgreeninc at our @nantucketbydesign @rafael_osona_auctions designer preview
What a glorious day for the @nantucketgardenclub H What a glorious day for the @nantucketgardenclub House Tour!! . . . #gardens #nantucket #nantucketsummer #newenglandgarden #gardenclub #coastalgarden #islandgarden #nantucketmoment
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