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Carey Karlan

Christmas in Shangri-La
Holiday, Interior design

Christmas in Shangri-La

Every year friend and designer Carey Karlan goes all out creating themed holiday decorations for her charming 1926 cottage-style home. Past years… Read More

Berdie Brady and Beth Dempsey’s shoes
Art, Interior design

Black & White Carpet: Stéphane Kossman

Between fashion week and the upcoming Oscars, the latest offering at the Samuel Owen Gallery is perfectly timed. Last week… Read More

Twin bedroom designed by Glenda Moralee and Polly Denham  in the guest cottage at the Connecticut governor’s residence
Architecture, Design, Interior design

The People’s Project – Pool House & Guest Cottage

The governor’s residence includes two charming outbuildings. Closest to the main residence is a pool house. From the Philip Gorrivan… Read More

The Connecticut Governor’s Residence
Architecture, Design, Interior design

Creative Collaboration: The People’s Project – An Introduction

I recently had the privilege of previewing the spectacular renovation of the historic Connecticut Governor’s Residence in Hartford. What an… Read More

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Art, Interior design

Nirvana in Westchester

This spring is hopping with design activities, from benefits and showhouses to Brimfield and Blogfest. Last week I had the… Read More

Diane Sawiki & home boutique
Interior design

Help is Here

Saturday night I was invited to the press preview of the Greenwich Chapter of the American Red Cross‘s annual Red… Read More

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Art, Interior design

Working the Wakefield

Tucked away in an industrial park in Stamford, CT is a wonderful design resource. Last week I attended a fun… Read More

thomas jayne room
Entertainment, Interior design

Rooms With A View

I just got back from the Rooms With A View Gala Preview party. Despite the dismal weather, there was a… 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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