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Alessandra Branca Designer Visions Bedrooms

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
alessandra branca designer visions
At an enviable 4,800 square feet with three bedrooms, the Alessandra Branca Designer Visions duplex would have been a game changer for many of us who exiled the city seeking more space for our growing families. While the public spaces are convivial and open for shared family living and entertaining, the bedrooms are havens of cocooned coziness.…
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Alessandra Branca for ELLE DECOR at Hearst Designer Visions

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
Designer Visions
In her Designer Visions apartment, Alessandra Branca is all about contrasting combinations – of old and new, of elegance and comfort and of color and pattern. What was originally planned as the dining room was repurposed as a warm and cozy library/sitting room.…
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Hearst Designer Visions Showhouse 2013

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Hearst Designer Visions
On an unassuming street in the heart of Chelsea, sits the beautiful new Walker Tower, in which the seventh annual Hearst Designer Visions Showcase is located. No doubt inspired by the building’s gorgeous architectural details and unparalleled views, this year’s three designers have created the most luxurious and alluring apartments for their respective magazines.…
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At Home with Howard Slatkin

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
Howard Slatkin
There aren’t very many New York City apartments these days that could justify an entire book. But then again, there aren’t very many apartments like the one owned by interior designer Howard Slatkin. In a six thousand square foot aerie overlooking Fifth Avenue, the designer has created a dream home worthy of a royal residence.With…
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Celebrate Archtober in New Canaan, CT

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
New Canaan
Did you know that October is also Archtober, the third annual month-long festival of architecture, activities, programs and exhibitions in New York City? This year, it unofficially extends to New Canaan, CT where the New Canaan Historical Society will be hosting its biennial Modern House Day Tour + Symposium.…
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Designer Page Turners in Connecticut Cottages and Gardens

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
Cottages and Gardens
This month’s Connecticut Cottages and Gardens celebrates design with a beautiful issue that I am proud to be a part of. Find me officially on the contributors page for my interview with Mario Buatta and Ellie Cullman, discussing their new books, each other and the world of design.…
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The Detailed Interior | Decorating Up Close with Cullman & Kravis

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Cullman & Kravis
We all know that the devil is in the details and in The Detailed Interior, Elissa Cullman and Tracey Pruzan of Cullman & Kravis, share the magic of the vital smaller elements and detailed components that contribute to the success of the bigger decorating picture.…
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In the Works

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
in the works
September means not only back to school but the onset of many great events, design books in anticipation of the holiday season and in my family, a slew of birthdays and celebrations. So while there is lots in the works I can’t wait to share, my niece’s beautiful weekend wedding and my husband’s birthday today meant I just didn’t get as much done as I had anticipated.…
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Central Park NYC | An Architectural View

Posted on September 15, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Central Park
Ever since the 2008 publication of their superb volume on Chinoiseries, many have been eagerly awaiting the next publication from Andrew Zega and Bernd H. Dams. Happily, Central Park NYC: An Architectural View is finally here. Following years of exacting research, this lavish and unprecedented volume traces the history, creation and beauty of this National Historic Landmark from their very visual point of view.…
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Global Design Inspiration in House Beautiful

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
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Design inspiration from around the globe is the theme for October’s House Beautiful. With the debut of its new pop-up series, this month features guest editor Chesie Breen as our guide to the homes of Americans abroad. From London to Oslo to Rome and beyond, we get to scratch our travel itch with vicarious visits to fabulous flats and follies.…
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