ANTIQUE ROW: SHOPPING IN WEST PALM BEACH FLORIDA WITH AN INTERIOR DESIGNER'S EYE

March 1, 2018

As an interior designer and antique lover, I love coming to Antique Row for one of a kind finds... If you have never been here, this is a great destination!!! What can be better than coming to sunny West Palm Beach to shop in the middle of February? There is so much to see and do here. If you're lucky, you will be walking in 80-degree weather with blue skies. Full of amazing vintage and antique shops, plus it's home to a wonderful place to relax and grab a great meal, Belle and Maxwell's Cafe.

These are a few of my favorite finds on this shopping expedition...

Honey also admires this amazing table with crystal legs!

A desk, chair and art at Authentic Provence

Fabulous Beaux Art Server with Bronze Inlay at Authentic Provence

Antique Inkwell at The Elephant's Foot Antiques

Antique box at The Elephant's Foot Antiques

A DAY IN THE FLATIRON DISTRICT

September 24, 2017

In case you are not from NYC, or you haven't been down to the FlatIron District in NYC, this is truly an Interior Design destination. Below are some of my favorite (secret) shopping showrooms, and restaurants. Some of the showrooms are To The Trade Only, others are retail shops... Enjoy!!

HOMENATURE

THE CHIHULY EXHIBIT

September 17, 2017

If you haven't had a chance to get to the Chihuly exhibit at the NY Botanical Garden, you should go! We went at dusk, just as the summer light was fading.. What a wonderful and inspirational sight! The Seattle-based artist returns to the Bronx with an explosion of light and color that takes over the garden’s spilling over into its expansive grounds.

Dale Chihuly shows his art in his first major garden exhibition in New York in more than ten years. There are 20 installations set within NYBG’s landmark landscapes.

“Many of my forms are inspired by nature,” said Chihuly of the appeal of showing his work in botanical settings. “Putting them into gardens feels right to me. I love the idea that people may ask themselves ‘is it manmade or is it natural?'”

Photo Credit: Victor Ancelson

FALL INTO FASHION 2017

September 3, 2017

Fall is slowly but surely creeping up on us! Even though we are sad to see the summer go, I must admit, the excitement for fall fashion has taken over... The fashion world and Interior design world are always connected. They come hand in hand, season by season. Take a look at our two shopping days, one in the fashion market and the other in the interior design market, for early fall trends.. same styles...same trends...Fall 2017!!!

Brett Design Wallpaper @ Bradley Showroom - 200 Lex

Kelly Wearstler Showroom - 200 Lex - fall 2017

Brett Fabric @ Bradley Showroom - 200 Lex - Fall 2017

A HOME ...THREE YEARS IN THE MAKING

July 18, 2017

Once in awhile I am lucky enough to have the opportunity to get in on the ground floor when it comes to constructing a brand new home for a lovely family. This amazing project was my ideal.

We started planning this light-filled, 6,100-square-foot dream home in Roslyn New York, three years ago. This was a team effort. From the drawings by esteemed architect Michael Wallin to the actual building by Robert Beer everything was a collaboration.

My clients basically knew what they wanted ... a forever home that was luxurious yet suitable for their two young children and two loving dogs. They wanted a unique one-of -a- kind modern home that was equally sophisticated yet young and fun. My job was to make sure they were happy, comfortable & excited by the design.

The following are a few of the rooms completed so far...

Photo Credit : Beckerman Photography

GLORIA VANDERBILT "A RETROSPECTIVE"

April 28, 2016

Last night was the gallery opening of the Vanderbilt exhibit. It was a very festive ,fun evening at The NYDC, 200 Lex. What I liked best about the art was that it told the story of Vanderbilt's life. She was animated and beautiful last night. It was very exciting to see Anderson Cooper, Kelly Ripa and all the other celebrities! Vanderbilt has led a VERY interesting life. I can't wait to read her new book "The Rainbow Comes and Goes" ...

RAVISHING ANTIQUE / VINTAGE EYE CANDY

March 30, 2016

One of the real bonuses of working in this field is watching the clever, creative, gifted people (I happen to know) come up with incredible new ideas. One such idea was the first brick and mortar space for the online giant 1stdibs. Jim Druckman was the genius behind it!

This all took place years ago. 1stdibs is now a destination for many designers and collectors alike. It is an eclectic mix of over 54 different dealers from around the country and world that occupy the entire 10th floor of 200 Lex in 33,000 sq feet of space. It is one of my special, wonderful secrets. There is ALWAYS something new and exciting here!!!! The following are just a few of my latest favorite things....

THE BAL HARBOUR SHOPS

February 19, 2013

One of my favorite things to do when I am lucky enough to get down to Miami is to visit the Bal Harbour Shops in Bal Harbour Miami, Florida. http://balharbourshops.com/ I live in cold gray dreary New York in the winter. Just getting off the plane into the sun changes everything. Bal Harbour is rich in every sense of the word. For me it is rich in inspiration. Just when I think this winter is never going to end, there is color, beauty and shopping, shopping, shopping. I love looking into almost very shop. The Bal Harbour Shops are so bright and beautiful . Only the best lighting, flooring, and fixtures are used. I have always gotten great inspiration from fashion. Spring 2013 here we come!!!!