Life Magazine
77 years ago this day the first issue of Life Magazine was published in 1936. Today the iconic covers of America's "weekend magazine" are great vintage art pieces for photography - loving decorators. Wondering what happened to LIFE? Wikipedia has the answers: Life is...
Eames – The Architect and The Painter
Eventually, everything connects. - Charles Eames I just watched "Eames. The Architect & The Painter" - a fantastic documentary about the couple that designed and shaped 20th century America. A must see for anybody who cares not just about modern design, but about...
London Now – Part 2
You have a (really cool) place to stay and your tummy is full of delicious organic, farm-to-table goodness (if you missed London Now - Part 1, check it out now), so what's next? Time to feed your soul! SEE - ART SHOW - if you have time to see just one current exhibit,...
London Now – Part 1
I think it's the rain today and the warm, balmy weather that made me think of my recent trip to London, from which I have not shared anything with you yet. If you follow me on Facebook, you probably saw some pictures of amazing food, but nothing more, really. So it's...
3 Best Movie Party Scenes Of All Time
I love movies. A lot. And I love parties. And it just so happens that some of my most favorite movies are those featuring extensive party scenes. There is so much movement, so much interaction in a party scene. You learn a lot about characters as they mingle in a...
John Vogel for West Elm
It all started with this bench. I was looking for a compact design and interesting mix of materials for my mudroom, which is very small, and I found this beautiful, organic piece from West Elm. It was unique in its rounded shape and I loved the woven seat. That's how...
Paola Navone for Crate&Barrel
Another beautiful cooperation between a major designer and a retail giant is that of Paola Navone and Crate&Barrel. The brilliant architect, interior designer, art director and event designer, Paola Navone hit the ball out of the ballpark with 3 stunning...
Lubna Chowdhary for West Elm
In the neverending convergence between fashion design and interior design, one trend makes me really really happy: top notch designers creating small collections for budget-friendly retailers, making their brilliant creations available to everyone. We have been...
JuJu and Bling
I'm trying to stay organized. I'm trying not to lose my mind, to be precise. If you noticed I have been gone since mid May it's because my house renovation took over my life leaving just enough space to run all the clients' projects (and I have been blessed with a lot...
Tea On My Mind
I love drinking tea. The second I pour myself a cup (or, better yet, a huge mug), I feel happy. Tea is so much better than coffee - it's really good for you, it gives you just enough of a jolt without heart palpitations, and it doesn't open the doors for ridiculous...