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Welcome Back to the 18th Century at the Louvre

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
18th century at the Louvre, l'Hôtel Dangé-Villemaré drawing room
Next week marks the reemergence of the 18th century at the Louvre. In the north wing of the museum’s Cour Carrée, resides its exceptional collection of 18th century decorative arts. The collection, which hasn’t been on view for almost ten years, includes an incomparable array of masterpieces, from rugs and tapestries to royal furniture, jewelry and porcelain.…
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Pierre Soulages Returns to New York

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Pierre Soulages exhibit
According to art critic Brooks Adams, who spoke several weeks ago at the preview of the Pierre Soulages show being held jointly by Dominique Lévy and Galerie Perrotin, below, the key date was October 1950. Pierre Soulages exhibitThat was when Leo Castelli organized a show for Sidney Janis juxtaposing young French and American artists.…
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Designers’ Picks From the Christie’s 20th Century Decorative Art & Design Auction

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Christie's 20th Century Decorative art and design auction
Auctions, especially at distinguished houses, can be intimidating. And yet they are some of the best sources for great buys. So in anticipation of the upcoming Christie’s 20th Century Decorative Art & Design Auction next month, the house decided to collaborate with three young design firms to show budding collectors the type of pieces these stylish interior designers might choose for their clients, or themselves. …
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A Fountainhead Fantasy by Doug Meyer at Legends

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   15 Comments
Doug Meyer Legends 2014 window
The best gathering at Legends was no doubt in Doug Meyer’s brilliant window installation for Dragonette, sponsored by the Palos Verdes Art Center, where Meyer is working on a major design overhaul. Howard Roark’s Enright House of The Fountainhead, as envisioned by the multifaceted designer, was the chic epicenter for legendary luminaries of the 20’s, 30’s and beyond. …
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The Art of Vintage and Modern at Dragonette

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
William Haines custom games table at Dragonette
What do resourceful designers do when they can’t find what they want? Why they make it themselves of course. Befitting the emphasis on the unique and bespoke at Legends, that’s exactly what Patrick Dragonette has done at his eponymous La Cienega showroom.…
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Making the Rounds at La Cienega Legends 2014

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Legends 2014 blogger breakfast
Every year the word spreads wider. La Cienega Legends 2014 was hopping with packed standing-room-only venues for all three days. And with good reason. There is definitely something special about the design community in Los Angeles. The charming indoor/outdoor setting enhanced by the Southern California climate is certainly alluring.…
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La Cienega Design Quarter Legends

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
la cienega design quarter legends 2014
It’s been a whirlwind few days here at the La Cienega Design Quarter Legends 2014 edition. In the beautiful California weather, we have been whisked from one beautiful showroom to another for interesting talks, delicious meals, convivial networking, a bevy of book signings and of course festive partying.…
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First Peek at LCDQ Legends Windows

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Mark Sikes LCDQ Legends windows for Hollyhock
I am excited to be reporting from Los Angeles as a Legends Ambassador for one of my favorite annual design events. The La Cienega Design Quarter is hard to beat for its charming array of shops. The participating stores, sponsors, editors, bloggers, not to mention packed schedule of informative events make this a not to be missed extravaganza.…
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Kips Bay Showhouse 2014 Video Tour

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   15 Comments
SPAN Architecture Kips Bay Showhouse 2014
Almost everyone has agreed that this year’s Kips Bay Showhouse is one of the best in years. Set in the historic McKim Mead and White Villard Houses, the architecture and location lend to the timeless appeal. It is a great group of designers who all brought their A game to this prestigious event.…
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Sneak Peek at What’s New in Veranda Magazine

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
May|June Veranda magazine
As the new May/ June Veranda Magazine is about to hit mailboxes and newsstands, I was delighted to recently meet with editor-in-chief Clinton Smith to discuss not only the beautiful new issue but also where Veranda is heading under his auspices.…
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