London-based artist Ori Gersht works at the precise intersection of Old Master reverence and contemporary rupture. For his Amalgamation series, Gersht begins with [Read more…] about Artist Spotlight: Ori Gersht
Lighting the Way: Sophisticated LED Votives Yet to Hit the US Market
One of the coolest things about European trade shows is discovering innovations that push the boundaries of what we know. This sleek LED luminary was a standout from my recent trip to Paris—a game-changer for candlelight and ambient lighting, effortlessly elevating tablescapes and interiors with elegance and innovation.
It’s not yet certified for sale in the U.S. and hasn’t even officially launched in Europe (Europe launch should be sometime this year). And yet… I can’t stop thinking about its luminous, glowy magic.
Can’t get enough LED? Here’s an oldie with one of my favorite brands and a Parisian destination that worked magic with LED~
Follow me on instagram and I will keep you posted as these products hit the market, hopefully soon!
The Gaggenau Michelin Tour
Gaggenau Design Week event at Villa Necchi in Milan
It began with a glorious event at Villa Necchi Campiglio, a stately 1930’s villa that you may recognize from House of Gucci, 2021. This Art Deco home, which was one of the first in Milan to have a swimming pool and tennis court, was built by the sister heiresses of the Necchi Campiglio sewing machine business, which was integral to the success of the Milan fashion industry. Designed with a smoking room, library, and grand salon for serious parties, to this day accommodates SERIOUS parties like Gaggenau’s Design Week Event. Gaggenau tented the tennis court and created a party space the sisters would’ve been proud of, with architecturally chic kitchen installations, Michelin chefs, and magnificent food prepared right before our eyes. [Read more…] about The Gaggenau Michelin Tour
What’s New in Smart Home Technology
While 2020-2021 brought furniture market attendance to a near halt, it was a robust year for residential real estate and home updates. The leading Kitchen and Bath design show KBIS went entirely virtual this year, and the furniture/accessory markets are proceeding on a delayed schedules as business returns to normal. The trends that have emerged from 2020 are unsurprisingly:
- Heightened focus on health, well-being and low maintenance
- Collective consciousness is focused on products that enable more sanitary habits
- Homeowners are jumping on the Home Gym Trend
- Reduced travel has inspired homeowners to upgrade with splurges on home spa sanctuaries
- Homeowners are all-in on smart home safety features
There are some great new products offering timely innovations – and note which brands were already on point with what the world needed before we realized it ourselves: [Read more…] about What’s New in Smart Home Technology
Gifts for the Gadget Lover
The holidays are coming, and we are already in the spirit, are you? Let’s take a look at a few creative gift ideas that are sure to make you a holiday hero. If you like what you see, there is a good chance that you can win the item, because thanks to some wonderful sponsors, I will be doing giveaways on my instagram and facebook accounts this week! Keep reading for details… [Read more…] about Gifts for the Gadget Lover
