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Art Hearts: Josef Albers' Influential Color Studies
Art Hearts: Josef Albers' Influential Color Studies
A West Village townhouse by Starrett Ringbom via Architectural Digest As someone deeply fascinated by the intersection of art and design, I find myself continually drawn to the methodical genius of... Read more...
How to Create a Whimsical Wildflower Table Setting
How to Create a Whimsical Wildflower Table Setting
There's something magical about wildflower table settings that instantly transforms any dining space into a romantic, countryside-inspired retreat. Today, I'm sharing how I designed this captivating tablescape in my West... Read more...
The Notebook: David Hicks' Bold Approach to English Style
The Notebook: David Hicks' Bold Approach to English Style
The dining room at Britwell Salome via Financial Times David Hicks stands out as a prominent figure understanding of bold, sophisticated living spaces. Few designers are associated with color and... Read more...
The Designer Guide to the Best Bouclé Accent Chairs
The Designer Guide to the Best Bouclé Accent Chairs
(Bouclé accent chairs in an Austin living room via Kelly Wearstler) While the bouclé craze may feel like it's hit a fever pitch lately (you can't scroll through Instagram without... Read more...
Travel by Design: La Dolce Vita at Casa Monti Hotel
Travel by Design: La Dolce Vita at Casa Monti Hotel
(via Laura Gonzalez) Nestled within Rome's historic Monti district, Casa Monti stands is a beautiful testament to thoughtful restoration and sublime interior design. This boutique hotel, which opened its doors... Read more...
Leopard Print Decor: The Guide to Styling Animal Prints at Home
Leopard Print Decor: The Guide to Styling Animal Prints at Home
(Leopard Area Rug in Peridot Green) Discover how to incorporate leopard print as a versatile neutral in your home with our new artisan-crafted Panthera Leopard Rug and curated designer pieces.... Read more...
Kevin Francis O'Gara Apartment Tour on Homeworthy
Kevin Francis O'Gara Apartment Tour on Homeworthy
I was so excited when Homeworthy, my favorite destination for beautiful home tour videos, reached out to come and film my New Regency style apartment in Midtown Atlanta! The opportunity... Read more...
Finishing Touches for a Stylish Apartment With Frontgate
Finishing Touches for a Stylish Apartment With Frontgate
When it came time to layer in the final pieces for my Midtown Atlanta apartment, I turned to Frontgate for classic, luxurious furniture and home decor to bring the design... Read more...
Small Space, Big Style: My Atlanta Living Room With Coley Home
Small Space, Big Style: My Atlanta Living Room With Coley Home
Designing a small apartment living room in Midtown Atlanta posed the perfect opportunity to create a space that felt both curated and cohesive. With an open-concept floorplan, I leaned into... Read more...
The Clam Chair: A Cozy Icon of Danish Modernism
The Clam Chair: A Cozy Icon of Danish Modernism
The Clam Chair from Eternity Modern in my living room, as seen on Homeworthy. Nestled in a cozy corner of my living room is a piece of furniture that has quickly... Read more...
How to Make Fabric Panels Using Hollow-Core Doors
How to Make Fabric Panels Using Hollow-Core Doors
The ceilings in my Midtown Atlanta apartment are gloriously high—and while that's always a welcome design challenge, it definitely presented a puzzle in making the space feel personalized and grounded.... Read more...
Beautiful Boudoirs: Transitional Bedroom Rug Ideas
Beautiful Boudoirs: Transitional Bedroom Rug Ideas
A thoughtfully chosen rug can transform a bedroom from simple to sumptuous—grounding the space, softening every step, and tying the entire design together. In transitional interiors, where traditional forms meet... Read more...