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Setting the Table with Cathy Graham
Art, Books, Design, Video

Setting the Table with Cathy Graham

Cathy Graham‘s party invites have always been some of the most coveted on the upper east side of New York… Read More

The Colorful Pattern Filled World of Henry Wilson
Architecture, Art, Books, Interior design, Travel

The Colorful Pattern Filled World of Henry Wilson

Yesterday, when single digits here in New England shocked us into acknowledging that winter was just getting started, a post by… Read More

At Home in Bellport with Thomas O’Brien
Architecture, Art, Books, Design, Garden, Interior design

At Home in Bellport with Thomas O’Brien

If ever there was an understated self portrait, it would be designer Thomas O’Brien’s description of himself as “basically a… Read More

At Home with Carolyne Roehm – Design & Style: A Constant Thread
Books, Design, Fashion, Garden, Interior design, Jewelry, Video

At Home with Carolyne Roehm – Design & Style: A Constant Thread

We have celebrated Carolyne Roehm’s many talents here before – in the garden, setting the table, the renovation and decoration… Read More

Out and About Here and Across the Pond
Books, Design, Interior design, Travel

Out and About Here and Across the Pond

For all of you who may have been wondering (or not) about my recent absence in these parts, let me… Read More

Château de Villette
Architecture, Art, Books, Interior design

Château de Villette

With design attributed to François Mansart (architect to Louis XIV) and gardens inspired by, if not actually designed by Le… Read More

The Power of Pattern
Books, Interior design

The Power of Pattern

Not only is my talented video partner Susanna Salk an insightful interviewer on our YouTube series, but a creative and… Read More

Sneak Peek – Veranda Wanderlust
Architecture, Books, Interior design

Sneak Peek – Veranda Wanderlust

Ask any designer to name their favorite source of inspiration and many will cite travel. Nothing quite refreshes and expands… Read More

Bow Wow Blitz
Books, Design, Interior design

Bow Wow Blitz

For all of you in the Boston area, Susanna and I will be participating in a fun event at the… Read More

Setting the Table with Charlotte Moss
Books, Entertainment, Interior design, Video

Setting the Table with Charlotte Moss

Charlotte Moss is not only a celebrated decorator and prolific author but a consummate and creative hostess. And although the… Read More

Pomellato: Since 1967
Art, Books, Design, Fashion, Jewelry

Pomellato: Since 1967

The 60’s ushered in an era that would change forever the cultural and social landscape, particularly for women who discovered… Read More

Deyrolle: A Parisian Cabinet of Curiosities
Art, Books, Design, Interior design, Travel

Deyrolle: A Parisian Cabinet of Curiosities

When the legendary Deyrolle was decimated by an electrical fire in 2008, everyone in France and beyond rallied to the… Read More

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It’s a good day as I’m excited to debut @susan It’s a good day as I’m excited to debut @susannasalk and my latest tome Making a House a Home. Susanna cleverly conceived a passionate primer on personal and practical rooms with individual chapters on everything from windows and walls to plant life and visual landscapes. I culled the photos from years of shooting for our video series. Delighted that @aerostudios fabulous entry and @johnderian atmospheric NYC loft grace the front and back covers! We film such a wide variety of designers’ homes that there is something for everyone! Hope you love!! #athomewith #makingahouseahome
Our latest video visit is here! Join me, and @susa Our latest video visit is here! Join me, and @susannasalk at the extraordinary Paris home of @creelandgow and @marcoscarani ! Thank you to sponsor @modernmatterhardware ! LINK IN PROFILE! And Susanna is sporting our Harlow jacket from the Quintessence X @dascoli_ Stylish Traveler Collection - tagged for effortless shopping.
Discovering new faces and places at my inaugural v Discovering new faces and places at my inaugural visit to the @nortonmuseumofart 🙏🏻🙏🏻 @kellywilliamspalmbeach .
Fantastic opening night of the @kbshowhouse in Pal Fantastic opening night of the @kbshowhouse in Palm Beach! Congrats to all the talented and hard working designers who make this happen for such a worthy cause! #kbshowhouse #kipsbaypalmbeach
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