Mod Squad

Posted on Sep 16, 2011Sep16
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A mod 1960s vibe is in the air both on the runway and in the home. It’s hard to believe that a look that was in vogue fifty years ago is the ultra hip look of today!  From the latest in fall fashion to the decor in our homes, we just can’t seem to get…Read More

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Happiness is … Being in House Beautiful!

Posted on Sep 14, 2011Sep14
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  A few months ago I was contacted by the editors of House Beautiful and asked what was the one thing in my home that makes me most happy? My response -  “My Spa Tub from BainUltra. I’m in it every night.” If you are a regular reader of this blog, then you probably aren’t…Read More

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Red Hot – From Fashion to Home

Posted on Sep 10, 2011Sep10
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New York Fashion Week is in full swing so, of course, fashion is on my mind. A clear trend for Fall 2011 fashion is the influx of red in clothing and accessories. While my own closet tends to be full of black with some neutrals, there is something appealing about adding red’s positive energy to…Read More

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So Long Summer!

Posted on Sep 2, 2011Sep2
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It’s hard to believe . . . but here we are at Labor Day Weekend! Can you believe how fast the summer flew by? While autumn is particularly beautiful here in Boston, it is still sad to see the summer end. In the spirit of closing the chapter on the season, I thought I would…Read More

Knotted Melati Hanging Chair from Anthropologie
Photo credit Architectural Digest
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Creating a Room with a Theme without Creating a Theme Park

Posted on Jun 17, 2011Jun17
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When it comes to interior design, I’m mostly about clean lines, and I generally like to emphasize texture over pattern. I tread carefully when it comes to creating a overarching theme because the result can be a bit tacky or “Disney” like. But there are acceptable exceptions (in my opinion). Themed decors can certainly work…Read More

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Discarded Wrought Iron and Wood are Reborn as [Beyt]

Posted on Jun 12, 2011Jun12
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I recently wrote about some furniture pieces that were inspired by architecture. This time, I want to show you a wonderful line of lamps, tables, candle holders and other accessories that ARE architecture – well, they are actually created from bits of architecture. The [Beyt] Collection from 2B Design are made from discarded old wrought iron balustrades,…Read More

Mai Table Lamp by 2B Design
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Table Lamp Losange by 2B Design
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