Henry’s Townhouse, the former home of Jane Austen’s brother, opened for guests in the Marylebone area of London late 2020, and I am just dying for a visit! Henry’s is a collaboration between the award-winning design firm Russell Sage Studio and the owners, Jane and Steven Collins. They were assisted by Feix & Merlin Architects who orchestrated a carefully curated interior and exterior ... continue reading...
Celerie Kemble’s Island Whimsy
Celerie Kemble and her mother, Mimi McMakin, founder of Kemble Interiors, are two of my favorite designers, and when Celerie's latest book, Island Whimsy: Designing a Paradise by the Sea, was released this month, I devoured every single page! Island Whimsy recounts her deeply personal and creative journey of designing Playa Grande Beach Club and bringing this labor of love to life. Today we will ... continue reading...
We Love You, and Breakfast In Bed, BUT… The Mother’s Day Gift Guide
According to a 2020 survey, only 9% of moms really want breakfast in bed for Mother's Day. At the top of the list? Some much-needed alone time. But lately, the latter is harder to come by than a freshly-dropped Nap Dress (hurry, there are still some left at time of writing!), so if you're at a loss for where to begin shopping for mom, we have curated a cache of Mother's Day cadeaux at every price ... continue reading...
Style Profile: Mark D. Sikes Breaks the Internet Again
by Lacelliese King Our next guest needs little introduction: in a relatively short 10 years since the beginning of his interior design career, Mark D. Sikes has become synonymous with timeless style and all things blue and white, wielding a design prowess that has elevated him to iconic status among the Grandmillennial set and classic interiors enthusiasts alike. His work has been featured in ... continue reading...
Charlotte Moss Flowers
Charlotte Moss has been one of my favorite interior designers for decades, and I own every single one of her books... so naturally, it was a delight to receive her latest, Charlotte Moss Flowers, published by Rizzoli and released this month. Charlotte has been documenting her floral compositions for over a decade and shares in these pages a scope of arrangement types, from an intimate and ... continue reading...
At Home with Amy-Beth Ellice
Amy-Beth Ellice has been cooking since the age of three. She became Britain's youngest published cookery author in 2014 at just 16 years of age when she published her first book, Amy's Baking Year. The book journeys through the seasons with delightful treats for all occasions, featuring everything from back-to-basic and traditional classics handed down through generations - such as a classic ... continue reading...
For Sale: A Celebrity home in Pasadena, California
I must admit, I have never watched The Office and I have no idea who David Wallace is, but his house is for sale, and it is oh so lovely! Located in Pasadena, California, the Colonial Revival was originally built in 1925 and designed by architect Lucille W. Luckhardt. Priced just under $6 million, the home immediately sparked a bidding war and is currently under contract. I can see why! While ... continue reading...
How to Decorate with Art in the Kitchen
Do you incorporate art into your kitchen design? I have been thinking of displaying an antique still life on a kitchen cabinet, and I decided to check out Pinterest for ideas. Some of the loveliest kitchens feature beautiful art! It add such a warm and cozy touch. Whether you hang art on the range hood or range backsplash, peripheral cabinets, walls, or even above the door, there are so many ... continue reading...
A Peek Inside Hunt Slonem’s Historic Homes
Today is the final installment of The Glam Pad's week-long focus on the illustrious artist, Hunt Slonem. To get caught up, you can read Part 1 here and Part 2 here. Slonem may be one of the world's most celebrated living artists, but his most ambitious project has been his mission to save America’s often forgotten historic buildings. Realizing too many of the country’s architectural gems have ... continue reading...
