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A look at design and styles of architecture throughout the years

House Beautiful Instant Room with Alexandra Champalimaud

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
As the weather has been teasing us with a preview of warmer temperatures to come, the idea of outdoor living is on many of our minds. So I was thrilled to see that the May House Beautiful Instant Room featured a chic outdoor space designed by acclaimed designer Alexandra Chamalimaud.…
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Oborain | The Chic Outdoor Shower

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   11 Comments
When I saw Oborain at the AD Home Show last month, I was instantly craving summer. And with this week’s unusually temperate weather, these chic pre-fab outdoor showers seemed the perfect find to share. OborainLaunched last year by Kirsten Oxboel and Jim Lobley, Oborain is the grown up designer version of that beloved fixture of summer beach vacations.…
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DIFFA Dining by Design 2013 at the AD Home Show

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
I’m sure many of you know that since 1984 DIFFA has been one of the nation’s largest supporters of people with HIV/AIDS. And Dining by Design, now in its 16th year is not only one of the industry’s most anticipated events, but has raised over 16 million dollars for the cause.…
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Timothy Corrigan on Antiques and Interiors Part 2

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   14 Comments
Today we continue our conversation with Timothy Corrigan on antiques and interiors. I am a fan of his great use of decorative antique pieces. They bring such a nuanced layering to his spaces and I wondered whether he shops for specific spaces or just buys what he loves, keeping a collection to cull from for future projects.…
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Timothy Corrigan | Designing and Living with Antiques

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   26 Comments
Timothy Corrigan’s tag line “A World of Comfortable Elegance” tidily sums up his distinctive design ethos. Known for his fusion of European elegance with California comfort, he is a master at incorporating elements from all eras. A consistent fixture on the AD100 list, with luxury projects around the world, Corrigan is known for his extensive use and knowledge of antiques, hence the perfect person to consult for a primer on acquiring and living with antiques.…
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Modern Romance with Miles Redd for Danielle Rollins

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   12 Comments
The March/April issue of  Veranda is all about Modern Romance and that’s exactly what contributing editor Danielle Rollins was looking for when she hired Miles Redd to decorate her expansive 1920s Philip Shutze house in Atlanta. Danielle RollinsWho better to create a sumptuous manse perfect for stylish entertaining and gracious living than the man whose signature look is a Fred Astaire Top Hat fantasy come to life in his vintage David Adler mirrored bathroom.…
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Out and About in Paris

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   22 Comments
While out and about in Paris between the shows, it’s a miracle I wasn’t hit by a pedestrian-loathing Belmondo look-alike, sneering as I tried to elude his cab’s path while snapping a shot. It was hard not to look like a charm-struck tourist, admiring every enchanting vignette.…
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House Beautiful Makeovers | Timeless on Park Avenue

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   16 Comments
The February House Beautiful is all about makeovers. Whether easy and casual, timeless or happy and fun, each project explains its challenges and the solutions found. House BeautifulAlthough designer Tom Samet has generally worked on country houses, a project in a Rosario Candela building on Park Avenue offered him an opportunity to add a little formality to his repertoire.…
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The Museum of Bags and Purses

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Yes, you read that right. I am happy to report that there is actually a Museum of Bags and Purses. My sister recently took a trip to Amsterdam where she visited this unique design destination. The largest bag museum in the world, housing purses from the late Middle Ages to the present, it is located in a charming restored 17th century canal house that is a story in and of itself.…
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American Decoration by Thomas Jayne

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
Just like Thomas Jayne’s thoughtful designs, his American Decoration is a book for those, like me and I daresay many of you readers, who like a little substance with their style. Jayne’s sophisticated yet livable interiors are based on years of personal experience, coming from a family with a wide ranging legacy of houses, his extensive academic training and his professional experience, having started his career under the tutelage of Albert Hadley.…
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