Monthly Archives: September 2015

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

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   2 Comments
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.…
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Giving Design a Voice

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   11 Comments
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.…
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At Home with Susanna Salk and Michael Bruno in Tuxedo Park

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   12 Comments
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.…
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Sneak Peek of Our At Home with Video at Tuxedo Park

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
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.…
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Carrier and Company Positively Chic Interiors

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   10 Comments
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. Carrier and Company Positively Chic InteriorsAs with their projects, there is a crispness and clarity to the book design, with lush imagery yet room to breathe.…
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Showhouse on the Green Sneak Peek

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
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.…
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Nantucket House Tour | Stylish in Sconset

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   19 Comments
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.…
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Madeline Weinrib Pop-Up at Barney’s

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Madeline Weinrib travels the world to bring bring her authentic aesthetic home for her eponymous brand. And so it is particularly appropriate that her new Pop-Up at Barney’s Chelsea Passage should be titled “World of Influence.” For not only does it include many of her own new products and wonderful one-of-a-kind objects found on her travels but exclusive products designed in collaboration with Madeline’s creative world of select artisans and artists.  …
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A Day at Château de Vaux le Vicomte

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
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.…
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The Last Days of Summer

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
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.…
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