Today, I’m taking a look back at a design influence that ‘s a favorite of mine – Art Deco. It’s one of the most iconic and artistic design influences on visual arts and architecture in the past 100 years. Art Deco style is still coveted today as it was during it’s glory era. Are you a fan of Old Hollywood…
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Ooh La La! A Look Inside Renovated Paris Luxury Hotels
Today, I’m taking you inside some of the most grand sleeping spots in Paris that have been recently renovated – Hôtel Plaza Athénéé, Hilton Paris Opera Hotel and La Réserve Hotel. Gilded millwork at the Peninsula Hotel Paris by Affine designs The City of Lights has set the standard for luxury living. Parisians do luxury in outstanding ways. There’s a…
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Industrial Style Is Creating New Urban Chic Homes
I have had this dream lately that I woke up living in my old elementary school 30 years later. I didn’t mind because it had become a drop dead gorgeous space with high ceilings and exposed brick walls that’s now worth a fortune. Okay, remember I said it was a dream. Actually, converting a commercial space into an edgy, industrial…
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Design Spotlight: Monochromatic Style with a European Twist
He’s been called the master of remix by Architectural Digest. I call his work a dreamy mix of shape, finish and surprise. No matter what the label is I love the design sensibility of Jean-Louis Denoit. Jean Louis Denoit is a Parisian based designer who designs spaces worldwide. One of the things that attracts me to his work is his…
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Mid Century Modern Style: The Architecture of Ideas (Part 2)
Mad Men, I Dream of Jeannine and American Hustle have more in common than you think. All showcase examples of Mid Century Modern design. A style that’s highly coveted today. Here are 10 Signature Elements of Mid Century Modern Style: The Architecture of Ideas Residential Architecture was simple and emphasized horizontal lines; lots of windows and an open flow from room…