designer love: ashley whittaker design
I can’t think of a better way to kick off this morning than to post some fabulous eye candy! I may be a little late to jump on her bandwagon, but NYC-based interior designer Ashley Whittaker is all over my radar lately! A self-described neo-traditionalist, Whittaker is a genius at combining subtle, serene color palettes…
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guest blog post + patrick ahearn
I hope you’re all having a wonderful Wednesday! Today, I’m guest posting over at Restored Style, penned by the lovely Kirsten Nieman, who is enjoying a mini-vacay in New York! Kirsten and I have been blogging buddies for a while and she asked me to send her pics of my corner built-ins, so head on…
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designer love: molly frey design
I’ve been a fan of interior designer Molly Frey since I first saw her home featured in Renovation Style a few years back. Her modern twist on traditional New England design is a breath of fresh air-every space she touches has a light and airy feel, thanks to a soothing color palette of sand and…
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coming soon to my bookshelf!
New York-based interior designer/architect Steven Gambrel is, by far, my favorite designer! With a portfolio that runs the gamut from urbane uptown pads to chic country cottages and haute Hamptons hideaways, his style is classic with a modern twist, and every space he touches is polished, yet comfortable. So, you can imagine my absolute delight…
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designer love: Lisa Kauffman Tharp
The only thing better than a beautiful home is a beautiful home that also happens to be environmentally-friendly with healthy, sustainable features and interior designer Lisa Kauffman Tharp is a pro at nailing both. I stumbled upon Lisa’s blog, Concord Green, last week while searching for nontoxic paints for a kitchen table I’m refinishing, and…
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designer love: elsa soyars
While searching for tile for a client’s master bathroom, I somehow stumbled across the work of interior designer Elsa Soyars and immediately devoured every gorgeous image in her portfolio. For me, spaces that strike the perfect balance between sophisticated elegance and casual comfort make the most impact and Elsa nails it with her clean and…
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designer love: john jacob interiors
Thanks to a very close friend of mine who grew up in Johannesburg, I have a newfound appreciation for many things South African (especially their wine!). At the top of my list is interior designer John Jacob, based in Cape Town. While his work runs the gamut from glamorous to earthy and rustic, it’s his…
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designer love: jackye lanham
When I saw these images of a beach home in Stuart, Florida in Southern Accents magazine a couple years ago, I couldn’t flip through it fast enough to find out who the designer was. (Sorry for the grainy pics-my scanner’s not working, so I took some quick shots of the magazine). Since then, I think…
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designer love: waterleaf interiors
The first I heard of Waterleaf Interiors was back in 2007 when the interior design firm and their boutique, based in Manhattan Beach, California, was featured in Coastal Living. I was immediately drawn to their elegant yet casual, coastal style and how seamlessly they created laid back spaces that beckon you to come in, put…
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designer love: tim clarke
I’m an East Coast girl, born and bred, but I’ve got to say, seeing Santa Monica-based interior designer Tim Clarke’s rooms makes me want to pack my bags and head for sunny California! Tim’s easy beach elegance lends an airy, modern feel to every home he touches, creating warm, welcoming and relaxing spaces. I was…
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