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At Home in Connecticut with John Robshaw

Posted on September 24, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
With a background in fine arts and painting, John Robshaw caught the textiles bug when traveling to India in the 1990’s. There he discovered his passion for fabric making and the handcrafted beauty of their artisan traditions. Working with makers throughout Asia, he developed his signature look of color and pattern rich global chic that was to become the hallmark of his thriving company.…
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At Home and in the Garden with Juan Montoya

Posted on September 10, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
With projects around the globe, Columbian born architect and interior designer Juan Montoya is well known for his restrained yet layered luxury. Throughout his diverse projects, modernity is infused with a sensuous mix of elements and international influence. But at his own country house, La Formentera (named after a Balearic Island off the Mediterranean coast of Spain where he spent a year), in the Hudson Valley, a new talent emerged.…
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At Home in Atlanta with Suzanne Kasler

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   12 Comments
Designer Suzanne Kasler finds inspiration wherever she goes. Whether it is les Puces in Paris, the fashionable windows on Madison Avenue or driving around her own neighborhood, Suzanne is visually attuned to spotting a find or new idea. And it is this worldly sensibility that she brings to her all her projects, including her own house.…
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Setting the Table with Alex Papachristidis

Posted on July 16, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
Celebrated interior designer Alex Papachristidis has a passion for beauty. Known for his timeless elegance and inventive creativity, his love for and knowledge of the decorative arts extends to all aspects of his life including setting the table! A fervent collector and avid traveler, his tabletops exude a personal, colorful and exuberant style.…
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At Home with Susanna Salk and Muriel Brandolini

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Few summer retreats are as well known as Long Island’s Hamptons. In communities where artists and writers, fishermen and farmers coexist with the more well known moguls and celebrities, houses range from modest cottages to timeless shingled houses to modernist mansions.…
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It’s a Dog’s Life with Isaac Mizrahi

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   17 Comments
Isaac Mizrahi certainly needs no introduction. Whether you know him as a celebrated fashion designer (look for his Isaac Mizrahi Live! women’s apparel and accessories collection for QVC), as an acclaimed cabaret singer (his hit one man show, “Does This Song Make Me Look Fat” will go national this fall at City Winery locations around the country), as a judge on Project Runway: All Stars, or from his many cameo appearances in films and on TV, Isaac’s immense creativity, energy, insight and wit is as infectious as it is inspiring!…
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At Home and Around the World with Susan Walker and Ali MacGraw for Ibu

Posted on June 4, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   30 Comments
Susan Walker has long walked the line between style and substance. With a spiritual soul, curious mind and educated eye she finally found what has become her true calling and three years ago, Ibu opened its doors in Charleston. In Indonesia, Ibu means woman of respect and Susan adopted the name for her company representing women artisans in 34 counties around the globe, using their time honored skills to create beautiful clothing and home decor.…
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Setting the Table With Carolyne Roehm in Charleston

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   14 Comments
When Susanna and I decided to launch our new Setting the Table With video series, filming Carolyne Roehm in Charleston at her historic home was at the top of our list. Among her endless list of accomplishments, her talent and passion for entertaining and setting a beautiful table is legendary.…
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It’s a Dog’s Life with Jonathan Adler – a New Video Series!

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
It’s no secret that many of us who have a passion for the world of beauty and design are also totally devoted to our dogs. Living well is about sharing the love and who better to celebrate with than our faithful four legged family members.…
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Setting the Table with Marian McEvoy – A New Video Series

Posted on April 23, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   16 Comments
Marian McEvoy Corkillage in her house
Regular readers know my longstanding love of tabletop so I am especially thrilled to announce the debut of a new video series – Setting the Table With! As we initiate the series just in time for spring/summer entertaining, my video partner, Susanna Salk, and I are excited to take you behind the scenes with notable tastemakers, who will be sharing their tips and advice on how to set a stylish table at home.…
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