Style Defined: Modern Glamour by Kimberly Reuther
If you are like me, you’ve become accustomed to a certain amount of “bling” in your life. From sparkly cocktail rings to sequined pumps, the dazzling effect gets us through the dreary winter days. As is the cycle with fashion and design, this has spawned the return of a pre-depression era design trend. Glamour and […]
Healthy Abode: Spa Bath – Part 2 by Melanie Holden
If your summer was anything like mine, it was a hectic one, and Iíd venture to say that weíre all overdue for a little R&R before the busy holiday season kicks into full gear. So, letís pick up where we left off a while back and get back to spa-ing your bath so that you […]
“Gray’s Anatomy” by Kimberly Reuther
Gray is a significant neutral color that often gets overlooked in favor of the more dramatic black or the happier camel shades. However, this year, gray is the belle of the ball. It is enjoying a resurgence in fashion, home design and luxury style. So, what makes gray such a fabulous color and how do […]
Style Defined: Modern Cottage by Kimberly Reuther
Summer is winding down and you’ve bid your goodbyes to the weekend retreats until next year. What makes these sojourns so relaxing and refreshing? Partly, the absence of “real world” responsibility and maybe more noticeably, the crisp backdrop of furniture and finishes that allow you to breathe easier. Here are a few examples of these […]
Can My Life Be Simplified? by Jamie Briesemeister
5 Considerations When Deciding on Home Automation. 1. “Home automation” is not as threatening as it sounds… The term “home automation” may conjure images of The Jetson’s or Bugs Bunny’s “Home of the Future” where hologram telephones are possible and meals are as simple as zapping a small pill. Poof, instant turkey. While many of […]
Style Defined: Modern vs. Contemporary by Kimberly Reuther
You see a cocktail table and fall in love. You wonder if it would work in your home. You try to describe your home to the salesperson. He/she asks “Is your style modern or contemporary?” Your mind scrambles. Am I modern or contemporary? How do I know? How do I define my style? This scenario […]
luxe trend: malachite by paige gilbertson
This is Kelly Wearstler’s design for the Viceroy in Miami and it was blogged about on Apartment Therapy. Malachite Accessory finds: Vivian Mirror by Made Goods (actually used by Wearstler in another portion of the lobby) available at Niche Malachite Rug by Tony Duquette
Healthy Abode: Spa Bath – Part 1 by Melanie Holden
Are you too busy for a regular spa trip, but in desperate need of a little pampering? Join the club! It seems like we’ve all been required to do more with less over the past few years, which makes for much busier, more stressful lifestyles. Needless to say, all this work and worry is not […]
high & low: gourd lamps by paige gilbertson
A decorator staple, the gourd lamp can blend seamlessly with most any style interior. Their simple, fluid, strong silhouette is graceful, but commands a presence. Additionally, the gourd is most commonly recognized as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, stemming from ancient eastern traditions where the gourd was once used as a drinking vessel. […]
luxe trend: faux turtle shells by paige gilbertson
This is Kelly Wearstler’s Design for La Marea in The Tides South Beach The goods: Karen Roberts Collection The application:
