"Less Is More" means exactly that, "simplicity and clarity lead to good design;" the idea is you'll have greater impact by limiting the ensemble to the bare essentials needed to convey the message or idea. How to look at a room and decide what needs to go, or what's missing...
Movable glass door constructionis a quantum leap from 10 years ago. New, better-quality windows and doors have a very low "u-factor" which means they're almost equivalent to a solid wall when it comes to insulation and their easy-to-use hardware is mind-blowing...
It wasn't so long ago that designated 'laundry rooms' didn't exist in middle class homes. Laundry was done in dank, musty old basements, or out in the garage with the lawn-mower and bicycles as washing machines were considered leaky and wet. Your clothes deserve better...
Velvet offers what no other textile can. Rich, saturated color with reflection and light... Everyone's Knee-Jerk Reaction to Velvet is "It's so old-fashioned and Formal looking." This isn't what velvet is about anymore...
Reclaimed lumber is the hot material for the "new, new modern style." You'll begin to see it used in the smartest cafe's, retail shops and in sleek, super contemporary homes...
Modern Country Style - Clean lines with a simple palette and nothing blocking the large windows - allowing a necessary connection with the outdoors. Comfortable everyday seating is accentuated by some additional stylish seats for pulling in when your peeps visit...
I don’t usually blog about food, clothes, or style outside of the home - however, being from a southern family with English roots I think a proper tea is something a well-run home should know how to prepare and serve...
Truly, Palm Beach is the ultimate melting pot of America. With its diversity, Palm Beach has some of the most extraordinary interiors you could ever imagine - which explains why the most brilliant stars in the interior design world have homes here...
Slipcovers for the 21st Century, originally used as both warm and cool weather 'cover-ups.'In the 19th century coal was burned for heat and slipcovers of inexpensive printed or woven cottons were used to keep the coal soot off the upholstery in chilly months...
In each of my houses I've always taken one of the guest rooms and made it into a tricked-out dressing room. When those houses went on the market Realtor's disdainfully smirked and requested I return it back to a functioning bedroom for "greater market appeal" - I smirked back and said "just wait"...
Waterside homes, some of us want to be near the ocean or brackish waters while others prefer a lovely lake house surrounded by woods. It’s the 'escape' to the waters edge we all want…
In the 70's edgy designers used black as a background and it was shocking - and, oh, so chic. People with serious artworks or antiques understand that bold colors usurp and cheapen their pieces. Whereas black emanates confidence, mystery, and definitely feels sexy...
