interior design

Introducing Schumacher Couture and Classics Collections

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
Schumacher Classics Lotus Garden in Parchment
Before the holidays I visited the Schumacher headquarters to preview their early 2016 releases. While most of you are no doubt familiar with the firm, what you may not know is the company’s distinguished history. Founded in 1889 by Parisian Frederic Schumacher, the New York City design company introduced the most exquisite European fabrics to a discerning American clientele.…
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First Stop Atlanta at Americasmart January Market

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Americasmart January Market Seminars
2016 is already shaping up to be an inspiring year with exciting events, travel and collaborations in the next several months. First up is Atlanta, where Susanna and I will be speaking at the Americasmart January Market. This year, they have lined up a broad series of events with interesting design topics for all those visiting the International Gift and Home Furnishings show.…
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New Digs for Newel

Posted on January 3, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Newel
As a source of decorative and fine arts for both the entertainment and design/antiques industry, Newel has been an insider’s choice since 1939. Originally founded by Meyer Newman as a prop house for Broadway shows, Newel is still, four generations later, a leader in both its fields. …
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Christmas in Connecticut

Posted on December 22, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   21 Comments
Outdoor pavilion at designer Lisa Hilderbrand's antique Connecticut house
My friend, designer Lisa Hilderbrand, lives in a renovated 18th century saltbox that each year she transforms into the epitome of Christmas in Connecticut. Having purchased the house in 2004, Lisa and her husband fell hard for the spacious antique in a historic part of New Canaan. …
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At Home with Susanna Salk and Lela Rose

Posted on December 20, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Lela Rose from Pret-a-Party
Lela Rose is not only an acclaimed fashion designer, with eponymous ready-to-wear and bridal collections, but, as seen in her new book, Prêt-à-Party, a passionate and creative party-giver. In fact, her Tribeca apartment, where Lela lives with her husband and two children, was custom built around her love for entertaining.…
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The Legacy of Luxury Linens at E. Braun and Jesurum

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Jesurum luxury linens at E. Braun New York
Luxury linens are a pleasure that easily enhance your life every single day. Especially as the winter days get short, it can be such a simple extravagance to climb into a beautifully appointed bed at night. One of the most elegant sources in New York is the lovely E.…
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The Exciting New Drake + Anderson

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Caleb Anderson Holiday House
While I am frequently touting the stylish mix of the well established with the new, I am not normally referring to firms. But in this case the mix is indeed a stylish pairing of people, as acclaimed designer Jamie Drake and rising star Caleb Anderson have joined forces to create the new firm Drake + Anderson in 2016.…
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At Home with Susanna Salk and Windsor Smith

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Windsor Smith and Susanna Salk
Windsor Smith embraces a style that melds modern living with old fashioned values. While she crafts luxurious homes with elegant interiors, she is ever conscious of how her clients will live in them. As practical as they are personal, her spaces encourage a harkening back to tradition and the kind of human interactions much needed in our harried world of technology and anonymity.…
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Parish-Hadley Tree of Life Celebration at the Antique and Artisan Gallery

Posted on December 6, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   12 Comments
Parish Hadley Tree of Life celebration at Antique and Artisan Gallery
There is no question that Parish-Hadley Tree of Life is a must-have volume for any interior design aficionado. Authored by distinguished alumni Brian McCarthy and Bunny Williams, the volume is a rich and colorful history told through informative and entertaining chapters from thirty designers and architects who worked at the legendary firm. …
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Winter Antiques Show 2016

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Stacey Bewkes   •   Leave a comment
Winter Antiques Show 2016 Honorary Design Chairs
While our focus may be on the upcoming holidays, treats in the new year will include the prestigious Winter Antiques Show 2016. This year’s Honorary Design Chairs are a stellar group including Nate Berkus, Ellie Cullman, Alexa Hampton, and Markham Roberts.…
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