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At Home in Manhattan with Emily Eerdmans
Architecture, Art & Antiques, Interior design, Video

At Home in Manhattan with Emily Eerdmans

Emily Eerdmans is the real deal but she approaches her craft with a joy and humor that belies her impressive… Read More

Stacey Bewkes of Quintessence on The Local Vault
Art & Antiques, Interior design

Thank You to The Local Vault

Based in Greenwich, CT, The Local Vault is a valuable new design resource for those living in the Tri-State area…. Read More

At Home in Paris with Timothy Corrigan
Architecture, Art & Antiques, Interior design, Travel, Video

At Home in Paris with Timothy Corrigan

Every since designer Timothy Corrigan lived in Paris as an advertising executive in the late 1980s, he has been a… Read More

At Home in New York City with Timothy Whealon
Art & Antiques, Interior design, Video

At Home in New York City with Timothy Whealon

While designer Timothy Whealon may have begun his career on Wall Street, his love of the fine and decorative arts… Read More

2019 Young Collectors Night
Art & Antiques

2019 Young Collectors Night

This Thursday evening marked the 2019 Young Collectors Night at The Winter Show. Focusing on a new generation of art… Read More

Nantucket Historical Association at the 2019 Winter Show
Art & Antiques, Interior design, Nantucket

Nantucket Historical Association at the 2019 Winter Show

While many visit Nantucket for its beautiful beaches, charming cobblestone streets and rose covered cottages, those of us who annually… Read More

The Winter Show 2019
Art & Antiques, Interior design

The Winter Show 2019

Building on the success of last year’s more vibrantly decorated booths, The Winter Show (the new name has lost “Antiques”… Read More

TEFAF New York Fall 2018
Art & Antiques, Interior design, Jewelry

TEFAF New York Fall 2018

This weekend marked the opening of the TEFAF New York Fall 2018 show. The third edition of this prestigious art… Read More

San Francisco Fall Art and Antiques Show
Art & Antiques, Interior design, Travel

San Francisco Fall Art and Antiques Show

This week I was honored to speak at the San Francisco Fall Art and Antiques Show on a panel about… Read More

At Home in Los Angeles with Richard Shapiro
Architecture, Art & Antiques, Garden, Interior design, Travel, Video

At Home in Los Angeles with Richard Shapiro

Enter Richard Shapiro‘s extraordinary home and it’s difficult to believe you are in the center of Los Angeles. Created with… Read More

Putting on the Ritz
Art & Antiques, Interior design

Putting on the Ritz

There are so many wonderful upcoming auctions, it’s difficult to keep up. First on my calendar is French house Artcurial‘s… Read More

Lunch with Martha Stewart & Kevin Sharkey at Christie’s
Art & Antiques, Food and drink, Garden, Interior design

Lunch with Martha Stewart & Kevin Sharkey at Christie’s

While the latest nor’easter blew through with a vengeance last week, causing event cancelations and delays, I was delighted to… Read More

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Our latest video visit is here! Tag along for a be Our latest video visit is here! Tag along for a behind the scenes visit with designer and creative director @vgoux and @susannasalk in his Paris apartment and new Left Bank gallery.  As the president of @_rinck_ , overseeing the studio and workshops of the historic interior architecture and design company, he has created a highly personal home, incorporating fabrics and pieces from the company mixed with work from contemporary artisans and abundant color!  LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
Thrilled to share our latest video visit! Tag alon Thrilled to share our latest video visit! Tag along to Milan for an inspiring visit with @martinamondadori and the all-encompassing world of @cabanamagazine - her Mongiardino-designed childhood home, her apartment created with @ashleyhicks1970 and her chic shop in Milan. You’ll be inspired, informed and entertained!! LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
Our latest video visit is here! Join me and @susan Our latest video visit is here! Join me and @susannasalk at the joyous Madrid home of Spanish designer @martadelarica where she shows how life with young children can live comfortably with stunning innovative design. It’s a family affair of inspiring style and love! LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
See how two luminaries from the world of fashion - See how two luminaries from the world of fashion - @petercopping and @rambertfleurs - translated their talents to the renovation of their weekend home, @lacarliere in France, indulging their passion for collecting and interiors. Watch the full home tour on the Quintessence YouTube channel.
Our latest video visit is here! Tag along with me Our latest video visit is here! Tag along with me and @susannasalk to the historic Locust Valley home of designer @alfredoparedesstudio where he transformed his 1929 Harrie T. Lindeberg house from the ground up, thoughtfully creating sophisticated spaces with layered collections perfect for creating timeless memories with his family. LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
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