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High Point Picks | Keeping Tradition Fresh at Thibaut

While Thibaut is the oldest continuously operating wallpaper company in the country, that doesn’t keep them from pushing the envelope… Read More

Pedestal table
Design, Interior design

High Point Picks | Bernhardt’s Home Run

One of the unanimous hits of High Point this season was the new Bernhardt showroom. Under the stylistic direction of… Read More

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Interior design

High Point Picks | Drexel Heritage Delivers

Drexel Heritage wants you to tell your story at home your way. And to help, they focus on offering customization… Read More

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Design, Interior design

High Point Picks | Luxe Neutrals

While color is still going strong at High Point, there was also a resurgence of luxe neutrals in ivory, black… Read More

Lisa Kahn for Chelsea House
Design, Interior design

High Point Picks | Blue is Back

I just arrived back from High Point last night and in looking through some of my many photos from market,… Read More

Barbara Barry drinks table
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High Point Picks | Drinks Tables

While perusing market for the past couple of days, one item I found I was continually attracted to was a… Read More

Selection of finds from High Point
Design, Interior design

High Point Peek

It’s been a busy weekend in High Point, visiting showrooms and scouting out new design inspiration. While I haven’t had… Read More

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Design, Fashion, Interior design

High Point Happenings

Although I still can’t believe today is the first of September, this month will surely fly by. While there are… Read More

Voce di
Art & Antiques, Design, Interior design

Voce di and New Voices

There is a new voice in luxury lifestyle in New York City. Last week I had the opportunity to visit… Read More

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Design, Interior design

High Point Picks – Meet Wesley Hall

As many of you know, I attended High Point through a co-sponsorship between the market and upscale furniture manufacturer Wesley… Read More

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Design, Interior design

Hopping Over to Bunny’s Pop Up

Many of us are ardent fans of Bunny Williams‘ refined yet oh so livable style. She has had an office,… Read More

Arteriors-mirrors
Design, Interior design

High Point Picks – Day One!

Where oh where to start! My first visit to market was an incredible two days of whirlwind activity – from… Read More

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Our latest video visit is here! Join me and @susan Our latest video visit is here! Join me and @susannasalk in Milan at the richly layered studio and luminous apartment of interior designer @eric.egan where his transatlantic sensibility bridges old world charm and modern chic.  LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
Delighted to be popping up for a 2 day trunk show Delighted to be popping up for a 2 day trunk show next Thursday and Friday at the beautiful @eleishvanbreems shop on Nantucket! Stop by to shop all you need for stylish entertaining and home. Our mix-and-match pieces from global artisan partners include many exclusives you won’t find elsewhere. Hope to see you!
Our latest video visit is here! Join me and @susan Our latest video visit is here! Join me and @susannasalk at designer @jennywolfinteriors Pound Ridge, NY flagship shop @TheHuntressNY and her charming apartment retreat above where Home is a Feeling! 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 stunning Madrid home of esteemed Spanish designer @isabellopezquesada where sophisticated style meets nature and comfort! LINK IN PROFILE (latest video).
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