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Markham Roberts Notes on Decorating
Architecture, Art & Antiques, Books, Interior design, Nantucket

Markham Roberts Notes on Decorating

As designer Markham Roberts explains in his inspiring new book, Notes on Decorating, “There are thousands of moving parts that… Read More

Stacey Bewkes of Quintessence on The Local Vault
Art & Antiques, Interior design

Thank You to The Local Vault

Based in Greenwich, CT, The Local Vault is a valuable new design resource for those living in the Tri-State area…. Read More

At Home in Cartagena with Richard Mishaan
Architecture, Art & Antiques, Interior design, Travel, Video

At Home in Cartagena with Richard Mishaan

With a love and knowledge of fashion, architecture and design, Colombian born, New York based designer Richard Mishaan has, for… Read More

tablesetting with Gert Voorjans for Jim Thompson Garden Party via Quintessence -1
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At Home in Antwerp with Gert Voorjans

Classically trained and yet famously unconventional, Belgian designer Gert Voorjans creates interiors that are exuberant, elegantly eccentric and refreshingly unexpected!… Read More

At Home in Wales with Penny Morrison
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At Home in Wales with Penny Morrison

Just over the British border, in the breathtaking countryside of Wales, Penny Morrison and art dealer husband Guy retreat from… Read More

At Home in Los Angeles with Suzanne Rheinstein
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At Home in Los Angeles with Suzanne Rheinstein

Designer Suzanne Rheinstein may love a certain formality but her rooms are anything but stiff. Exuding a relaxed elegance, they… Read More

At Home in Colonial Williamsburg with Anthony Baratta
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At Home in Colonial Williamsburg with Anthony Baratta

It was a childhood trip to Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia that started it all for designer Anthony Baratta. Inspired by… Read More

At Home in Santa Barbara with Madeline Stuart
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At Home in Santa Barbara with Madeline Stuart

Madeline Stuart may have come to her current career in design via a somewhat circuitous route, yet it is clear… Read More

At Home in London with Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen
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At Home in London with Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen

Upon entering the London home of designers Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen, you would never guess that it was once… Read More

At Home in Charleston with Jill Sharp Weeks
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At Home in Charleston with Jill Sharp Weeks

Jill Sharp Weeks was clearly destined for a career in design. Growing up surrounded by her great great uncle’s paintings… Read More

At Home in San Patrignano
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At Home in San Patrignano

It’s not often that a casual conversation on social media leads to discovering a remarkable community where the art of fine… Read More

At Home with John Derian in New York City
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At Home with John Derian in New York City

Just as John Derian‘s stores represent his endless curiosity and quixotic vision of the intersection of nature and art, so… Read More

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As the former chief creative officer of Ralph Laur As the former chief creative officer of Ralph Lauren Home, designer @alfredoparedesstudio knows a thing or two about creating enticing spaces and collecting. Hear how he creates contemporary and comfortable rooms, layered with art and collected objects that have patina and reference the past. FULL HOUSE TOUR ON THE QUINTESSENCE YOUTUBE CHANNEL.
Honored to share Conversations on Design, a speci Honored to share Conversations on Design, a special event spearheaded by Charlotte Moss celebrating creativity, community, and the future of interior design. This inspiring program benefits the Interior Design Scholarship at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCUarts), supporting the next generation of designers, creators, and innovators.

The program features leading voices in the world of design:
* Alexa Hampton & Suzanne Tucker on Legacy
* Charlotte Moss & Lisa Fine on Travel and Its Influences
* Meg Braff & Jane Scott Hodges on Entertaining

Moderated by Rebecca Birdwell and John Bossard, this video captures the live event held in Charlottesville, Virginia, at Farmington Country Club on September 24, 2025.

Conversations on Design explores how tradition, travel, and hospitality shape today’s interiors—through the lens of celebrated designers and tastemakers.

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To purchase Charlotte Moss’s latest book, HOME: A STORY -> https://amzn.to/47gkLPB

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The genius of Mongiardino! @martinamondadori share The genius of Mongiardino! @martinamondadori shares one of the maestro’s brilliant ploys for solving what he considered the Achilles heel of decoration. Watch the full At Home with video visit on the Quintessence YouTube channel. #athomewith
Love wins, always. Amazing weekend celebrating my Love wins, always. Amazing weekend celebrating my daughter @bewkey and the wonderful man by her side @kirkkryder as they step into a beautiful new chapter together.! 🤍🤍🤍
Majestic Wyoming. Forever starts here 💙. #carol Majestic Wyoming. Forever starts here 💙. #carolineandkirk
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