Make your home as unique as you are~
For me, travel isn’t escape- it’s research. Hotels and restaurants are beautifully controlled fantasies, and I experience them through a designer’s eye: the lighting, the proportions, the service, the tempo. I enjoy the indulgence, the details, the precision – then I take notes.
Travel doesn’t reveal what home is lacking. It reveals [Read more…] about Why Travel Isn’t Escape – It’s Research
Maison & Objet, held biannually in Paris, is one of the world’s most influential design fairs, drawing top brands of interior design, décor, and lifestyle innovation. For over 25 years, this iconic event has served as a pulse point for the industry, offering a curated glimpse into emerging trends, groundbreaking materials, and visionary craftsmanship. The location is a quick train ride from Paris (or shuttle, provided by the show for attendees) to Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, where the fair gathers over 3,000 brands and exhibitors from around the world, attracting a discerning audience of designers, architects, retailers, and tastemakers.
Maison & Objet is thoughtfully organized into distinct sectors, offering [Read more…] about Maison & Objet
Ralph Lauren: A Way of Living marks a significant milestone in the legacy of Ralph Lauren Home, a brand that has redefined style, sophistication, and quality since its establishment in 1983. Commemorating the 40th anniversary, this book presents a cinematic portrayal of Ralph Lauren’s visionary journey, encapsulating four decades of groundbreaking influence and innovation. Through vivid visuals and insightful narrative, this inaugural volume pays homage to the American design icon and his transformative home collections, which not only revolutionized an industry but also profoundly impacted our way of life.
“What I do is about living. It’s about living the best life you can and enjoying the fullness of the life around you—from what you wear, to the way you live, to the way you love.”
—Ralph Lauren
This picturesque retrospective breaks down the various styles of Ralph Lauren Home into ‘ways of living’ categories: estate, safari, romance, western, bohemian, country, seaside, downtown, uptown, speed. We see theses styles fully come to life in his own homes in [Read more…] about Ralph Lauren- A Way of Living
“The design world in Paris is dazzling. For centuries France has been considered the pinnacle of refinement in fashion, food, and design. This is in large part because the French have always revered and supported artisans who are the best at what they do, whether they are employing ancient techniques or new technology.” -David Jimenez
You may have seen her work in Elle Décor, Luxe Interiors, and Architectural Digest, the furniture she has designed for McGuire, or her lighting for Phoenix Day. With over 250 photographs by Douglas Friedman and Laure Joliet, Hollis’s new book is a show stopper- a must have for your cocktail table or design library, and a great gift for holiday season. Pilar Viladas’ fantastic introduction serves as amuse bouche to the visual feast that ensues.
She aptly describes Hollis’ style: “her interiors show no cozy clutter, no riot of color, and no rush to embrace [Read more…] about Curated Interiors by Nicole Hollis
