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Introducing Virtual Postcard
Architecture, Food and drink, Style, Travel, Video

Introducing Virtual Postcard

We are excited to announce a new video series, Virtual Postcard. So many of you viewers have said you love… Read More

At Home in Los Angeles With David Netto
Architecture, Books, Interior design, Style, Video

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
Architecture, Art, Books, Interior design, Style, Video

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 Millbrook with Ashley Whittaker
Architecture, Interior design, Video

At Home in Millbrook with Ashley Whittaker

Few designers walk the line between pretty and fearless quite as well as Ashley Whittaker. A traditionalist at heart, her… Read More

At Home in Montecito with Suzanne Rheinstein
Architecture, Art, Interior design, Travel, Video

At Home in Montecito with Suzanne Rheinstein

While acclaimed designer Suzanne Rheinstein’s storied Hancock Park home in Los Angeles is a study in layered neoclassical style, her… Read More

At Home with Susan and Will Brinson
Architecture, Interior design, Video

At Home with Susan and Will Brinson

While Susan and Will Brinson have successful day jobs as professional photographers, they don a multitude of hats when returning… Read More

Adventures in Los Angeles
Architecture, Art, Design, Interior design, Travel

Adventures in Los Angeles

Thank you to those who checked in during my absence here. Delighted to be missed and you will (I hope)… Read More

Nantucket Friday Favorites – Greater Light
Architecture, Art, Interior design, Nantucket, Travel

Nantucket Friday Favorites – Greater Light

I’m woefully late for last week’s Friday favorite from here on Nantucket. All I can say is that island time… Read More

Rosario Candela – Elegance in the Sky
Architecture, Interior design

Rosario Candela – Elegance in the Sky

In early 20th century New York City, as many affluent residents were gradually abandoning their mansions and townhouses for apartments,… Read More

More from Middlefield
Architecture, Garden, Interior design

More from Middlefield

Since Susanna’s and my video visit with Gil Schafer at his country house, Middlefield, seemed to resonate with so many,… Read More

At Home in the Country with Gil Schafer Video
Architecture, Garden, Interior design, Video

At Home in the Country with Gil Schafer Video

I first became familiar with architect Gil Schafer when his own country home in upstate New York, Middlefield, was published… Read More

If It’s Tuesday…
Architecture, Art, Design, Gifts, Interior design

If It’s Tuesday…

This week felt a bit like the 60s comedy, If It’s Tuesday It Must be Belgium. With a plethora of… Read More

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Proud mom!! Son @coolhandbewk first short is an of Proud mom!! Son @coolhandbewk first short is an official selection of the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival!  Writer, actor, co-producer and co-director #quadruplethreat #hriff And… he co-directed and co-produced it with @susannasalk son @oliversalk !! #hangtenproductions #hollywoodreelindependentfilmfestival
Our latest #athomewith video visit is here! Tag al Our latest #athomewith video visit is here! Tag along with me and @susannasalk to @schuylersamperton charming 19th c. Connecticut farmhouse that she has filled with color, pattern, family heirlooms and her own chic line of textiles! Thank you to video sponsor @luxuryportfolio LINK IN PROFILE!
Welcoming the sun today and willing spring to make Welcoming the sun today and willing spring to make an early appearance! Find tablecloth, plates, glasses, napkins and basket on Q Worthy.
Stay tuned for @susannasalk and my At Home With vi Stay tuned for @susannasalk and my At Home With visits from Paris in four extraordinary homes! Thank you to our talented designer hosts for welcoming us into your inspiring abodes!! @casa__lopez @bambi_sloan @creelandgow @marcoscarani @malu_edwards @micky_hurley !
There’s always talk of trends this time of year There’s always talk of trends this time of year but timeless personal style is forever. Renowned for his layered and opulent interiors, celebrated interior designer @alidad_ltd relies on his love of pattern, color, and deep knowledge of history, and art to create spaces with intricate bespoke detail and timeless appeal. It was a privilege to film with him in his elegant home. See the full video visit with @susannasalk on the Quintessence YouTube channel.
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