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At Home in Milan with Nicolo Castellini Baldissera
Architecture, Books, Design, Interior design, Style, Travel, Video

At Home in Milan with Nicolo Castellini Baldissera

Three years ago, after decades living in London, Paris, Switzerland, the United States and Tangier, designer Nicolo Castellini Baldissera finally… Read More

At Home on Vashon Island with Ted Kennedy Watson and Ted Sive
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At Home on Vashon Island with Ted Kennedy Watson and Ted Sive

Most Saturdays, after closing up their two Watson Kennedy shops in Seattle, Ted Kennedy Watson and husband Ted Sive, head… Read More

At Home in Millbrook with Darren Henault
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At Home in Millbrook with Darren Henault

When designer Darren Henault and husband Michael Bassett went in search of a weekend house for their family, they knew… Read More

At Home with Designers and Tastemakers
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At Home with Designers and Tastemakers

Little did we know, when Susanna Salk and I first embarked on our video collaboration nine years ago, where and… Read More

At Home in Los Angeles With David Netto
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At Home in Los Angeles With David Netto

In the mid twentieth century, modernist architect Richard Neutra built ten houses in the then bohemian enclave of Silver Lake… Read More

At Home with Pieter Estersohn in the Hudson Valley
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At Home with Pieter Estersohn in the Hudson Valley

The house was a wreck, filled with years of hoarding, one room overflowing with 500 dolls, but Pieter Estersohn was… Read More

At Home in Pasadena with Kate Stamps
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At Home in Pasadena with Kate Stamps

“Not everything should be perfect.” This simple phrase speaks volumes about Odom and Kate Stamps’ approach to both their own… Read More

At Home on Clove Brook Farm with Christopher Spitzmiller
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At Home on Clove Brook Farm with Christopher Spitzmiller

During the week, gifted ceramicist and designer Christopher Spitzmiller is busy creating his exquisite lamps, tableware and accessories found in the most stylish… Read More

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

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 Locust Valley with Jeffrey Bilhuber
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At Home in Locust Valley with Jeffrey Bilhuber

Designer Jeffrey Bilhuber‘s greatest talent may be informing the past with a bold confidence that feels just right for today…. Read More

Rebecca Redux
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Rebecca Redux

Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again… Many of you will recognize those evocative words from one of… Read More

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To all my American friends, wishing you a happy Th To all my American friends, wishing you a happy Thanksgiving!! From my table to yours!!
Excited and honored to share WILLIAMSBURG Designer Excited and honored to share WILLIAMSBURG Designer in Residence @heatherchadduck inspiring transformation of the historic Nelson-Galt house interiors @colonialwmsburg ! Brilliantly incorporating many of the @wmbgbrand products, she has created a home that both honors its heritage and is a fresh interpretation of history for modern living. Thank you to video sponsors @spicherandco and @paulmontgomerystudio !! LINK IN PROFILE (latest video)
What a treat filming @sarastorydesign glamorous, a What a treat filming @sarastorydesign glamorous, art filled, comfortable family home in Manhattan with @susannasalk ! #staytuned #athomewith
Inspiring day filming with at designer @johnlylede Inspiring day filming with at designer @johnlyledesign colorful, creative and art-filled historic Hudson Valley home with @susannasalk ! #staytuned
As the holidays approach, a peek at some of the ma As the holidays approach, a peek at some of the many products you can find on Quintessence. With a focus on craftsmanship and fine design, Q worthy, the Quintessence online shop, features carefully chosen products for you and your home thoughtfully sourced from artists, artisans and smaller companies around the world. From vintage linens, to stylish and travel-friendly clothing to hand painted porcelain, the many exclusives and collaborations are for those who want their home, and what they wear to express their personal style! Many products are available in custom colors and sizes so feel free to get in touch! A link to shop in profile!
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