Most of my clients find themselves drawn to a particular design aesthetic, with fabrics they can’t resist and furniture they covet. I tell all my new clients to send me photos of rooms that inspire t…
My New Favorite Paint: The Donald Kaufman Collection
When faced with 150 shades of white at the paint store, finding the perfect one seems impossible. Donald Kaufman, color guru to top designers and architects, has been helping clients navigate this sea…
Timeless Taste: Is There A Place for Everyone’s?
What is timeless taste? And for that matter what exactly is taste? For those of us who design things, this is not a theoretical question. If there is such a thing as taste, we do need to recognize it …
Hanging a Crystal Chandelier May Require a Map!
Hanging a crystal chandelier is no easy task and as a Westchester County interior decorator and designer, I often see the light need for lighting in my travels. Proper lighting in homes is one of the…
Buying a Dining Room Rug – Some Do’s and Don’ts
This one is always a biggie. Chairs on the rug or off the rug and in fact, do we even need a rug? Some do’s and don’ts for purchasing a rug because buying for the dining room is no easy f…
Slenderize Your Sofa? Reupholstering Works Wonders!
Need to slenderize your sofa? Is her footprint creating a tight squeeze in your space? Think about reupholstery to slim her down and create a prettier profile. Not every sofa warrants the trouble or t…
Paris Cemeteries are Filled With Great Art!
Trust me, I am absolutely not morose. I always have a smile on my face and I’m always eager to take the largest “bite” out of life. But I love a good cemetery. On a recent visit to…
Graffiti: Urban Art Is Finding Its Way to The Suburbs!
As a Westchester County interior decorator and designer, it’s my job to educate my clients about collecting art and sourcing original and affordable pieces for their homes. And lately, I’…
When Lighting Meets Nature
My favorite lighting resource, Aqua Creations, has just introduced its latest innovation in illumination – ZOOIDS! According to Wikipedia, “Zooid is a single animal that is part…
The Spirit and The Soul of “HOME”
Ideal or not, our homes are a symbol of our values and our culture. For me, home is a reflection of the places I have been, the person that I’ve become, and the hopes and dreams that I have ye…
