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Eloise x Petite Plume, The Ticking Tent Returns, and Martin Brudnizki’s My Life in Colors

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at Eloise x Petite Plume, the return of the Ticking Tent, and Martin Brudnizki’s My Life in Colors. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Eloise x Petite Plume

Call for room service and fluff the pillows. Petite Plume has just unveiled the dreamiest collaboration of the season, and it’s pure Plaza perfection. The beloved luxury sleepwear brand has joined forces with everyone’s favorite mischievous New Yorker, Eloise, for a limited-edition collection that brings equal parts whimsy and polish to bedtime.

Inspired by the iconic six-year-old who lives on the tippy-top floor of The Plaza Hotel, the Petite Plume x Eloise capsule captures her spirit in pink and white stripes, bows, and playful details. Each piece is crafted from the softest Peruvian Pima cotton, finished with embroidered pockets and that signature Petite Plume tailoring that turns pajamas into an indulgence.

The collection features matching sets for women and children, ideal for mother-daughter sleepovers or the kind of soirée Eloise herself might host, complete with cocoa, macarons, and just a hint of chaos. It’s timeless, witty, and beautifully made, an ode to Eloise’s unfiltered imagination and Petite Plume’s dedication to quiet luxury.

For those who grew up enchanted by Eloise’s charm, this collection is a nostalgic nod that we love so much! So light a candle, slip into your stripes, and remember, as Eloise would say, getting bored is simply not allowed. The full collection can be shopped here!

The Ticking Tent Returns

Calling all design lovers and collectors! On November 15th,  The Ticking Tent will return at The Old Firehouse in Bedford Village, a beloved seasonal market celebrating community, antiques, and the art of living beautifully. Tickets are now on sale for the one-day event, which has become a favorite among aesthetes for its inspired mix of design, craftsmanship, and old-world charm.

This fall’s edition promises an afternoon of discovery beneath a beautifully curated tent filled with artisans, boutique brands, and antique dealers offering everything from vintage furniture and linens to handcrafted homewares. Guests can enjoy wood-fired pizza and cocktails by Via Carota Craft Cocktails as they wander, browse, and mingle among the finds.

Equal parts marketplace and gathering, The Ticking Tent captures the spirit of a brocante reimagined for the Hudson Valley. It’s the perfect outing for designers, collectors, and anyone with a love for thoughtful design and good company. To learn more and reserve tickets, visit The Ticking Tent here.

Martin Brudnizki’s My Life in Colors

Known for crafting some of the most atmospheric interiors of our time, from the decadent Annabel’s in London to the jewel-toned intimacy of The Beekman in New York and the newly opened Broadwick Soho, Martin Brudnizki approaches design as storytelling. Each hue becomes a sentence, each texture a gesture, each room a fully realized narrative of place and personality. Very few designers create such a legacy and for that we admire him deeply.

In My Life in Colors, released by Rizzoli this month, the celebrated designer Martin Brudnizki invites readers into his kaleidoscopic world of layered beauty, where color, history, and emotion intertwine. The book is arranged by color, with chapters that move through a painter’s palette of blue, yellow, pink, green, red, and brown, each one revealing how tone and shade evoke emotion within the interior.

Rizzoli, My Life in Colors, p. 54-55
Rizzoli, My Life in Colors, p. 156
Rizzoli,My Life in Colors, p. 156
Rizzoli, My Life in Colors, p. 2

Martin treats color as character rather than ornament, coaxing depth and feeling out of his schemes. His interiors are exuberant yet coherent, rich yet never overwrought. They reflect his Scandinavian sensibility for balance combined with a distinctly European flair for theatricality.

Rizzoli, My Life in Colors, p. 252
Rizzoli, My Life in Colors, p. 116-117

Born in Stockholm to a German mother and Polish father, his aesthetic foundation was shaped by two seemingly opposite influences: engineering precision and artistic poise. After studying in London, he founded Martin Brudnizki Design Studio in 2000 and later expanded to New York. His work now defines the language of contemporary luxury in both residential and commercial spaces. With clients ranging from Soho House to Rosewood Hotels, he has reimagined interiors as something immersive, tactile, and emotionally resonant. His design language, layered, luminous, and human, feels both timeless, old-world, and uniquely fresh.

Rizzoli, My Life in Colors

More than a portfolio of beautiful spaces, the book feels like a love letter to the art of atmosphere. Martin Brudnizki reminds us that great design is not about perfection but about emotion, the way light catches on lacquer, the dialogue between velvet and mirror, the quiet joy of unexpected color. His interiors whisper that beauty is not meant to intimidate but to embrace. They are spaces meant to be lived in, felt, and above all, enjoyed. My Life in Colors is available for purchase here.

Read our favorite articles of the week!

A Magnificent Shingled New England House with Views Across to Canada Designed by Gil Schafer written by for House & Garden.

From the Archive: Oscar de la Renta’s Dominican Republic Villa written by Senga Mortimer for House Beautiful.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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The Return of Commonplace Journaling

This fall, The Glam Pad began a new series dedicated to the endangered art form of putting pen to paper. While we have focused heavily on The Art of Correspondence over the years, today we dive into the practice of analog journaling. From diaries to commonplace journals to junk journals, we will explore myriad benefits of these “old fashioned” traditions and glimpse into how they are being dusted off and refreshed by younger generations.

Journaling in the form of expressive writing and gratitude journaling has proven health benefits such as reducing anxiety and depression, stress management regulating emotions, lowered blood pressure, and mood improvement (source).  Furthermore, a recent study in Frontiers in Psychology suggests handwriting may be irreplaceable when it comes to learning. Researchers found that writing by hand activates far more extensive and interconnected brain networks compared to typing, particularly in regions linked to memory and sensory processing. These findings provide new evidence that handwriting engages the brain in unique ways, raising concerns about the growing reliance on digital tools.

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One journaling practice that has recently captivated our attention is the commonplace journal, which has an intriguing and centuries-old history.

Historically, commonplace books have been types of journals used for collecting and organizing interesting or useful information such as favorite passages from books or poetry, quotes, anecdotes, extracts from letters, lists, recipes, prayers, scripture, and lyrics. The commonplace journal is experiencing a resurgence in popularity as a way to build knowledge and foster creativity.

Photo via Miranda Mills, author of The Country Commonplace Book

This practice, favored by many great thinkers over the centuries including John Locke, Thomas Jefferson, Virginia Woolf, John Milton, George Eliot, Lewis Carroll, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau is seeing a modern revival due to its ability to help individuals synthesize information and enhance creativity, particularly as the harmful effects of technology continue to be revealed.

A commonplace journal, or commonplace book, is a structured way to collect and organize information, ideas, and insights from various sources, acting as a personal encyclopedia or scrapbook of sorts. It’s not a diary or traditional journal where you record your own thoughts and feelings, but rather a place to store things that inspire, inform, or intrigue you, allowing for later reference and reflection. Commonplace journals are traditionally handwritten and may include drawings and clippings from outside sources.

A commonplace book from the mid 17th century (source)

I began my own commonplace journal in January as I chose Romans 12:2 as my scripture of the year and have been compiling Biblical and psychology-based data on the renewal of the mind and personal transformation.

Additional tips and inspiration, including suggestions on how to organize content can be found in the video below…

An excellent source of inspiration if you are looking to start “commonplacing” is The Country Commonplace Book by Miranda Mills, just released last month. In this book, Mills provides a beautifully curated example of how to connect deeper with yourself and your creativity along with tips on how to create your own personalized commonplace book. Commonplacing has seen a recent revival and can now be seen more as a highly personal anthology, Mills explains, a joyful place where the keeper can develop a deeper sense of self by selecting fragments of language that feel meaningful and reflect their tastes, beliefs, and values. The Country Commonplace Book is divided into seasons with selections of quotations, reading lists, recipes, reflections, and much, much more.

The Country Commonplace Book by Miranda Mills

“In a world saturated with fleeting digital content, I find that keeping a physical commonplace book provides a calming escape,” says Mills. “My commonplace book acts as a space that holds words and ideas that matter to me; it’s a notebook I love to return to again and again.”

Additional inspiration can be found through Miranda Mills’ website, Miranda’s Notebook, along with her Substack, Instagram, and YouTube.

Image via Miranda Mills @mirandasbookcase

In closing, for a lovely overview on the history of commonplace journaling, how to start, and helpful techniques, including a variation on the John Locke method for common place books, we also recommend this informative video by YouTuber Ruby Granger…

Additional information about the Lockean Method can be found here.
Inspiring photograph by Frank Frances for Interiors: Styled by Mieke ten Have

We would love to know, what are your thoughts on the commonplace journal? Do you have one? Are you inspired to start one?

Below, please find some suggestions on beautiful journals to help inspire you to put pen to paper! And stay tuned as next we will explore the creative and romantic world of junk journaling.

To enjoy The Glam Pad’s Letter Writing Series, please click the articles below, and stay tuned as we will soon continue the discussion with our thoughts on the practice of journaling!

AERIN Brings Holiday Magic to The Mayflower Inn, Burghley House by John Martin Robinson, and Cabana’s Holiday Pop-up in London

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at AERIN’s holiday magic at The Mayflower Inn, Burghley House by John Martin Robinson, and Cabana’s Holiday Pop-up in London. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

AERIN Brings Holiday Magic to The Mayflower Inn

Leave it to Aerin Lauder to make the holiday season feel like a scene straight out of a dream. This December, the founder of her eponymous lifestyle brand, AERIN, is sprinkling her signature touch of timeless elegance over The Mayflower Inn in the Connecticut countryside, a beautiful hotel near and dear to our hearts.

Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection

From December 5th to 6th, The Mayflower Inn will be transformed into a festive wonderland under Aerin’s creative direction, an enchanting celebration of beauty, warmth, and refined comfort. Guests can join in A Fireside Fête with AERIN, an exclusive seasonal dining experience curated by Aerin Lauder herself, and browse the AERIN trunk show, where her chic holiday collection will be available for gifting (or keeping).

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For those wanting to linger a little longer, the exquisitely decorated AERIN Suite will be the ultimate indulgence, complete with bespoke amenities and the brand’s signature understated glamour.

We have long admired Aerin’s innate ability to blend classic sophistication with cozy allure, and this collaboration is pure holiday perfection. The Mayflower Inn’s historic charm meets Aerin’s golden touch, creating a setting that feels as welcoming as it is impossibly chic.

Burghley House by John Martin Robinson

Few houses capture the drama and romance of English architecture quite like Burghley House. Built between 1555 and 1587 for William Cecil, the formidable Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, it stands today as one of the grandest surviving estates of the sixteenth century, and now, in Burghley House, it receives the richly detailed tribute it deserves.

Written by renowned historian John Martin Robinson, with beautiful photography by Ashley Hicks and a foreword by Miranda Rock, Rizzoli just released Burghley House as an exquisite book tour through centuries of English interiors. Each page reveals another corner of Cecil’s extraordinary vision of that merge Gothic exuberance with French and Italian grace. The state rooms dazzle with tapestries, gilt furniture, Old Masters, and the soaring Great Hall, where a Renaissance staircase and Italianate fireplace are the perfect example of how historic interiors can be the perfect meeting of intellect and artistry.

Burghley House, Rizzoli, Page 40, © Ashley Hick
Burghley House, Rizzoli, Page 76-77, © Ashley Hicks
Burghley House, Rizzoli, Page 232-233, © Ashley Hicks
Burghley House,, Rizzoli, Page 132-133, © Ashley Hicks

But what makes the book so enchanting is how alive Burghley feels. Ashley Hicks’s photography catches the sunlight on carved stone and painted ceilings, the softness of velvet against ancient oak. The Gothic kitchen still intact, the play of color across vaulted plasterwork, and all the details in between, remind us that great interiors aren’t static relics but living testaments to imagination.

Burghley House, Rizzoli, Page 10, © Ashley Hicks
Burghley House, Rizzoli, Page-132-133-©-Ashley-Hicks

From its Elizabethan roots to its Capability Brown parklands, Burghley House is a love letter to design. It is a book for those who believe rooms can tell stories, who find beauty in patina, and who never tire of the layered poetry of an English country house.

Burghley House, Rizzoli

This is more than a coffee table treasure… It is a reminder that great style, whether drawn in stone or silk damask, is forever. Shop the book here!

Cabana’s Holiday Pop-up in London

This season, London gets a dose of Cabana Magazine charm. The beloved interiors and lifestyle magazine and brand has opened its Home for the Holidays shop on Sloane Street, transforming the space into a jewel box of craftsmanship, color, charm, and worldly flair.

Image via Cabana

Brimming with Cabana’s signature mix of pattern, texture, and romance, the shop feels like stepping inside the pages of the magazine itself. Think embroidered linens stacked beside Venetian glass, hand-painted ceramics mingling with vintage curiosities, and tables layered in the artful abundance that defines founder Martina Mondadori’s vision.

More than a store, it’s a living tableau of Cabana’s world. A place where Italian exuberance meets English refinement, and where every corner tempts you to linger. Throughout the season, the space will host collaborations, trunk shows, and festive events celebrating artisans from around the globe.

 

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This is the kind of holiday shopping and festive destination we dream of. Equal parts inspiration and indulgence! Whether you’re after the perfect hostess gift, a new set of linens, or simply a moment of visual delight, make sure to shop by Cabana’s holiday shop if you find yourself in London… Or shop Cabana from the comfort of your own home here! We particulary adore Cabana’s exquisite tabletop collection and their Ultimate Gift Guide, perfect for getting a jump start on your holiday shopping list.

Cabana’s Ultimate Gift Guide
Cabana’s Botanica Tabletop Collection

Read our favorite articles of the week:

Miles Redd Designs a Dream House in Palm Beach written by Miles Redd for Frederic.

The Morgan Library Opens a Landmark Exhibition of Renoir’s Drawings written by Gogo Taubman for Galerie.

Shop this week’s inspired finds:

x Natalie

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Inside the 2025 FLOWER Nashville Showhouse

If you are in Nashville, run – don’t walk! – to enjoy the final days of Flower Magazine’s 2025 Designer Showhouse, open through October 26.  Set on six picturesque acres, the stately residence has been beautifully reimagined by Pfeffer Torode Architecture and Maker Construction, providing an extraordinary canvas for 23 leading interior designers from across the country.  Set on six acres, the property features grounds designed by Kaiser Trabue, one of Nashville’s premier landscape architecture firms. Before entering the magnificent country estate, guests will be greeted by its gated entrance, followed by a winding quarter-mile drive that leads to the home.

From timeless Southern elegance to modern sophistication, every inch of the showhouse exudes Flower Magazine’s signature warmth and charm. Founder and Editor-in-Chief Margot Shaw calls the showhouse “an interactive experience that brings the beauty of our brand to life and provides our audience with interior, entertaining, and floral ideas they can incorporate at home.” As ever, Flower Magazine proves that great design and a touch of Southern hospitality never go out of style.

Designer: Amanda Khouri, Cutting Room; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

At the helm are Alexa Hampton as Honorary Chair, Corey Damen Jenkins as Design Chair, and Charlotte Moss and Ray Booth as Showhouse Ambassadors. Floral icon Ariella Chezar serves as the showhouse’s Floral Chair, ensuring that every room blossoms. Staying true to the core pillar of FLOWER magazine, the team has enlisted 10 floral designers to orchestrate arrangements that beautifully complement each room. The 2025 floral designers include: Anna Lisa Design, Chelsea Robinson Interiors, Floraison, FLWR Shop, Lillians Floral Studio, Ostara, Robert Rufino, SHOPPE, and Tulip Tree.

Let’s take a peek inside!

Designer: Amanda Khouri, Cutting Room; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco

Designer: Margaret Kirkland, Foyer and Atrium; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Margaret Kirkland, Foyer and Atrium;. Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
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Designer: Margaret Kirkland, Foyer and Atrium;. Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Meg Braff Designs, Bedroom and Bath; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Meg Braff Designs, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Meg Braff Designs, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Meg Braff Designs, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Meg Braff Designs, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Aldous Bertram, Powder Room and Hall; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

 

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Designer: Lynde Easterlin Design, Ladies Sitting Room; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Lynde Easterlin Design, Ladies Sitting Room; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Lynde Easterlin Design, Ladies Sitting Room; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Kim Scodro, Guest Suite; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Kim Scodro, Guest Suite; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Kim Scodro, Guest Suite; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Alexandra Norwood, Bedroom and Bath; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Alexandra Norwood, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Alexandra Norwood, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Alexandra Norwood, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Alexandra Norwood, Bedroom and Bath; Photograph courtesy of florist Melanie Marshall, Floraison, @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Duval Reynolds, Bedroom and Bath; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

 

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Designer: Rachel Halvorson Design, Kitchen and Breakfast Room; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

 

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Designer: Corey Damen Jenkins & Associates; Study; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

Designer: Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors, Cabana and Pool Deck; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors, Cabana and Pool Deck; Photograph courtesy of Melanie Marshall @melaniemarshallcreativeco
Designer: Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors, Cabana and Pool Deck; Photograph courtesy of Melanie Marshall @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Eric Ross Interiors, Dining Room; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

Designer: Forbes Masters, Pool Lounge; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Forbes Masters, Pool Lounge; Photograph courtesy of Melanie Marshall @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Janie Molster Designs, Family Lounge; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

Designer: Mackin Thompson Interiors, Laundry Room, Sitting Areas, and Hallways; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Mackin Thompson Interiors, Laundry Room, Sitting Areas, and Hallways; Photograph courtesy of Melanie Marshall @melaniemarshallcreativeco

Designer: Mackin Thompson Interiors, Laundry Room, Sitting Areas, and Hallways; Phota via @mackinthompsoninteriors
Designer: Rebecca Gardner, Scullery; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Parkes and Lamb, Mudroom; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

Designer: Sean Anderson Design, Library; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Stephanie Molster Interiors, Primary Sitting Room; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

Designer: Mark D. Sikes, Salon; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Mark D. Sikes, Salon; Photograph courtesy of Melanie Marshall @melaniemarshallcreativeco

 

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Designer: Mark Kennamer Design, Screened Porch; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Susan Ferrier Interiors, Primary Suite; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell
Designer: Tara Shaw Design, Living Room; Photographer: Leslee Mitchell

 

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The showhouse features the following sponsors: Abbey Glass, ADAC, Alcott Interiors, AmericasMart Atlanta, Ann Sacks, Artistic Tile, Atelier Artizan, B&B Hardware, Baker-McGuire, Benjamin Moore, Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights, Bungalow Classic, Continental Floral Greens, Caesarstone, Century Furniture, Chaddock, Chelsea House, Coley Home, Currey & Company, D. Porthault, David Austin Rose Bouquets, David Harber, Eastern Accents, European Company, Fabricut, Frances Valentine, François & Co, Hammerton Lighting, Hancock & Moore, Hickory Chair, Jenny Johnson Allen Custom Linens, Jessica Charles, Jonathan Charles, Kallista, Kingdom Woodworks, Klafs, Kravet, LEE Industries, Little Greene, Memoire Design, Middleby Residential, Milton & King, Modern History, Modern Matter, Mottahedeh, Mulligan’s Furniture, Ngala Trading, Odette Furniture, Palmer Industries, Paul Montgomery, Pennoyer Newman, Perennials and Sutherland, Pooky Lighting, Reed Smythe, Sacco Carpet, Sun Valley Bronze, Textures, Thibaut, Waterworks, Wesley Hall, William Yeoward Crystal, and Worthen Furniture.

Open for tours now through October 26, the showhouse benefits The Next Door Recovery, a Nashville-based nonprofit supporting women in recovery. Tickets are available here!

For behind-the-scenes coverage and additional inspiration from FLOWER magazine, please follow @flowermagazine on Instagram.

Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse, Meredith Ellis for Weezie Towels, and Laura Ashley Makes a Comeback

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at the Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse, Meredith Ellis for Weezie Towels, and Laura Ashley’s big comback. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse

The most wonderful time of the year is about to get even more glamorous in Atlanta! On November 20th, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles will open the doors to its much-anticipated 2025 Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse, ushering in the season with festive flair, Southern hospitality, and an abundance of design inspiration.

Gordon Dunning for the 2024 Atlanta Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse

This year’s showcase, set in the heart of Historic Brookhaven, brings together 15 of Atlanta’s most celebrated talents, each transforming a corner of the house into a spirited expression of style. From Patricia McLean’s grand living room to Kristan Moore’s serene primary suite and Kim Regas’s lively game room and bar, expect a home brimming with personality, creativity, and a touch of magic.

Means Carney Interiors for the 2024 Atlanta Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse
Tish Mills Interiors for the 2024 Atlanta Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse

This year’s designers include Patricia McLean, Jamie Kirkman, Valerie Garrett, Hope Austin, Kristan Moore, Pelar Fullilove, Anna King, Emily Dunn, June Chamberlain, Randy Korando, Cathy Rhodes, Huff Harrington Design, Jessica Whitley, Kim Regas, and Lisa Brown.

Behind the scenes, the vision was brought to life through the talents of architect Linda MacArthur, builder Livingston Fine Homes, and landscape architect LandPlus Associates, ensuring the perfect canvas for this year’s festivities.

While the showhouse is open, guests can look forward to inspired events, festive gatherings, and creative demonstrations that celebrate the best of Atlanta’s design scene, each one certain to leave visitors in a holly-jolly state of mind.

The 2025 Home for the Holidays Showhouse will be open November 20th through December 14th, Thursdays through Sundays. A complimentary shuttle service from Phipps Plaza will be available to ensure a seamless arrival. Tickets are available here. Code EARLYBIRD can be used through November 2nd to receive $5 off.

Meredith Ellis for Weezie Towels

Weezie Towels has teamed up with TGP favorite and Dallas-based designer Meredith Ellis for a collaboration that is as charming as it is cozy. And we are already eyeing up each piece! The limited-edition collection celebrates Meredith’s beloved Deakins Vine print, a pattern with deep personal meaning as it was named after her godparents and inspired by treasured holiday memories spent with them. As one of the top-selling designs in her textile line, Deakins Vine perfectly captures Meredith’s signature balance of tradition and playful spirit, making it the ideal choice for Weezie’s first-ever holiday capsule.

Meredith Ellis x Weezie
Meredith Ellis x Weezie
Meredith Ellis x Weezie

The collaboration brings Meredith’s graceful botanicals to a festive selection of pieces, including stockings, wreath sashes, and tree skirts, alongside Weezie favorites like women’s robes and slippers. Each item embodies the her refined yet inviting aesthetic, blending comfort and elegance in equal measure. The result is a collection that feels both heirloom worthy and refreshingly modern, made for those who believe that even the smallest details of holiday living should feel special.

Meredith Ellis x Weezie
Meredith Ellis x Weezie
Meredith Ellis x Weezie

Merging Meredith’s textile artistry with Weezie’s luxurious everyday essentials make for a collection that is meant to be cherished long after the last ornament is packed away. Shop the full collection here.

Laura Ashley Makes a Comeback

At The Glam Pad adores the aesthetic and nostalgia of Laura Ashley. The floral prints, the ruffled bedding, the wallpapered rooms that felt like a countryside dream all live rent free in our collective memory. For so many, Laura Ashley was the gateway to a lifelong love of pattern and prettiness, a brand that taught that romance belonged not only in books, but in our bedrooms and wardrobes.

 

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So, when news broke that Laura Ashley is making a grand return to brick and mortar retail, we could hardly contain our excitement. The beloved British heritage brand just opened its latest standalone store in West Thurrock, United Kingdom, marking a true homecoming for fans old and new.

Laura Ashley Wallpaper

This new space promises to be the ultimate destination for all things Laura Ashley, from furniture, bedding, and wallpaper to womenswear and accessories. Every corner will celebrate the brand’s enduring English charm and signature prints, reimagined for a new generation yet still steeped in the timeless beauty that defined its heyday.

Longtime devotees will adore seeing familiar florals with modern craftsmanship, while new admirers will discover what has made Laura Ashley such a lasting emblem of grace, femininity, and nostalgia. The comeback follows the brand’s renaissance in recent years, with fresh collaborations, expanded product lines, and a renewed focus on the cozy, romantic lifestyle that first captured hearts decades ago.

Laura Ashley bedding
Laura Ashley quilts

With the new shop open and on its way, one thing is certain: Laura Ashley is back, and she is as lovely as ever. We can only hope this marks the beginning of a wider resurgence, one that brings a return to softness, sentiment, and the beauty of home as only Laura Ashley can inspire.

Read our favorite articles of the week!

This Color-Drenched New Orleans Home Proves Downsizing Doesn’t Mean Compromising on Style written by Frances Schultz for Veranda.

Glenn Brown and Edgar Laguinia Revive a Majestic English Manor House Paying Exacting Attention to Period Details written by Tiqui Atencio Demirdjian for Galerie.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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The Art of Correspondence with Victoria Magazine

We frequently wax poetic about our favorite “old fashioned” traditions here at The Glam Pad, with analog correspondence being a favorite topic. A few years ago, we published a six-part series dedicated to stationery, vintage stamps, custom monograms, calling cards, cursive, and calligraphy. Today we revisit our passion for the endangered art form of putting pen to paper with a review of Victoria magazine’s exquisite new book, The Art of Correspondence. We will also embark upon a new feature series exploring revived interest in journaling from Commonplace Journals to Junk Journals, so stay tuned!

Victoria Magazine’s The Art of Correspondence

Victoria magazine has had a special place in my heart since I was a teenager. From its inception in 1987, Victoria has celebrated timeless traditions and the beauty of life from historic homes to the pursuit of loveliness through literature and writing.

In The Art of Correspondence, the editors of Victoria cordially invite you to savor quiet moments and discover the kinship and joy of composing letters. In this hardcover volume, chapters such as “Sincerely Yours” and “Room for Writing” encourage readers to create space in both their calendars and homes for putting pen to paper, with ideas for arranging a full-size or lap desk with necessities, such as stationery, as well as intriguing collectibles, including inkwells and letter openers. “Artful Expressions” celebrates the treasured traditions of calligraphy, letter press, and wax seals.

A writing desk positioned to overlook views of Paris in the charming Hôtel Caron de Beaumarchais
Custom calligraphy gift tags and note cards by Bilancia Designs; Marbled notecard, ribbon and stationery from Marbled Paper Studio 

Letters exchanged over the course of time tug gently at the heartstrings, pulling loved ones closer as each handwritten note further entwines the lives of sender and receiver. Reflecting on the beauty of pouring one’s deepest feelings onto the page, The Art of Correspondence offers inspiration for creating meaningful connections through writing letters. With personal essays on the value of this practice, features highlighting exquisite accoutrements, and tips for expressing one’s thoughts in every situation, this book is a visual feast designed to delight and inform.

Calligraphy by Marsha Lassiter
Maison de France Antiques; Rose paintings by Carolina Elizabeth
Bilancia Designs gift tag
Baby announcement card by Key Circle Press
Antique sterling silver ring boxes via Ring Boxes Galore

In addition to fine paperie, The Art of Correspondence showcases hand-engraved treasures from the past and present including antique monogrammed sterling silver and bespoke keepsakes such as perfume bottles. “For centuries, artisans have chiseled intricate swirling scripts and ornate patterns into objets d’art to commemorate special occasions.” Personalizing gifts and mementos is a thoughtful way to create precious memories inspired by the past.

Custom calligraphy engraving by Jennifer Reynolds
Handmade stationery and pocket journal from Oblation Papers & Press; Fountain pen from Traveler’s Company Brass

“We lay aside letters never to read them again, and at last we destroy them out of discretion,” 19th century Johann Wolfgang von Goethe lamented, “and so disappears the most beautiful, the most immediate breath of life, irrecoverable for ourselves and for others.”

The Art of Correspondence offers helpful advice for sharing sentiments for each holiday, occasion, or circumstance. Find inspiration in the personal communications of a coterie of literature’s best-known authors, including a look inside some of their homes and gardens! Explore postcards from the past—some heirlooms affixed with a postage stamp and many jotted in the ephemera of daily routines or imprinted in memory.

The office of C.S. Lewis from his home, The Kilns, in Oxford, England
Rydal Mount, The 16th century home of William Wordsworth
Stationery from Every Little Something
Marbled Paper Studio 
Valentine Postcards from Blümchen Co.

We simply adore this beautiful book and highly recommend it for your personal library, or as a thoughtful gift. Pair The Art of Correspondence with a box of stationery, a fountain pen, some lovely stamps, and a wax seal kit to encourage your friends and family to help keep this beautiful art form alive.

To enjoy The Glam Pad’s Letter Writing Series, please click the articles below, and stay tuned as we will soon continue the discussion with our thoughts on the practice of journaling!

You may also click here to read our review of Victoria’s beautiful book, Gracious Home: Cultivating a Spirit of Welcome. And be sure to follow @victoriamagazine on Instagram for ongoing inspiration.

House of Mirth Miniatures for Bergdorf Goodman, Ralph Lauren’s Polo Bar Comes to London, and Flower Magazine’s Nashville Showhouse

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at the House of Mirth Miniatures collaboration with Bergdorf Goodman, Ralph Lauren’s Polo Bar coming to London, and Flower Magazine’s Nashville Showhouse. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

House of Mirth Miniatures for Bergdorf Goodman

House of Mirth Miniatures has brought something truly magical to Bergdorf Goodman. Introducing a world in miniature that captures the elegance, nostalgia, our love for dollhouses, and the whimsy of the holidays in perfect proportion. Created by artist Jonathan Steadman, the collaboration celebrates the art of small-scale storytelling with a series of intricately detailed pieces that feel straight out of a dream, crafted with tweezers, gilded paint, and a delightfully meticulous imagination.

At the heart of the collection is Halcyon House, an eleven-room Georgian dollhouse, fully furnished and decorated for Christmas. From its silk-draped drawing rooms to the scent of imagined gingerbread wafting from its kitchen, every inch captures the joy and grandeur of the season. For those whose hearts beat faster at the sight of Bergdorf’s windows, The Boudoir Room Box reimagines the retailer’s legendary fashion fantasy in miniature form, complete with perfectly tailored dresses, accessories, and a touch of BG glamour. Rounding out the collection are Mini Gift Sets titled Tea at Bergdorf’s, BG Fashion, and Christmas at BG, each one a keepsake celebrating the rituals and romance of the holidays.

This extraordinary collaboration marks the first time the world of House of Mirth Miniatures has taken center stage within Bergdorf Goodman’s storied walls. And while the holidays may come and go, Halcyon House has now found its forever home, making this the final week to see it in person. Those in New York would be wise to make the pilgrimage to the seventh floor before it disappears, leaving only the memory of tiny chandeliers, miniature merriment, and a reminder that at Bergdorf’s, even the smallest things are done in the grandest style. And you can read more about our love for dollhouses here.

Ralph Lauren’s Polo Bar Comes to London

Mayfair is about to get even chicer. Ralph Lauren is bringing his legendary Polo Bar across the pond. While not the first international location of a Ralph Lauren restaurant, this will be the first Polo Bar outside of New York. And it will be opening at 1 Hanover Square, the former Vogue House no less. Equal parts equestrian fantasy and Park Avenue polish, the new Polo Bar promises everything we love about Ralph: timeless and impeccably dressed!

 

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We can already imagine the mahogany paneling, saddle leather banquettes, tartan pillows, and framed polo portraits on the walls. Low lighting and gleaming brass invite you to linger over a martini or two. The menu will marry Americana with classic English fare. Expect oysters, steak frites, wedge salads, and of course the cult-favorite Polo Burger. Comfort food, done with couture precision.

 

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The Polo Bar’s arrival marks another step in fashion’s full immersion into hospitality. But no one does it quite like Ralph, whose spaces always feel like the set of an old Hollywood film. While 2028 may feel a couple of years off, we are certain it will be well worth the wait. After all, in a city already steeped in style, there is always room for a little more Ralph Lauren.

Flower Magazine’s Nashville Showhouse Opens Its Doors

The wait is over. Flower Magazine’s 2025 Designer Showhouse has officially opened its doors in Nashville, Tennessee, inviting design lovers to step inside one of the most anticipated homes of the season. Today, we are giving a little preview through a selection of the incredible interior renderings created by the designers.

Set on six picturesque acres, the stately residence has been beautifully reimagined by Pfeffer Torode Architecture and Maker Construction, providing an extraordinary canvas for interior designers from across the country to make their mark. The result is a beautifully transformed home reflecting the true spirit of American design today. From timeless Southern elegance to modern sophistication, each inch of the showhouse is imbued with Flower Magazine’s signature warmth and charm.

This year’s showhouse brings together 23 of the design world’s most celebrated and up-and-coming names, including Mark D. Sikes, Ellen Kavanaugh, Aldous Bertram, Janie Molster, Sean Anderson, Meg Braff, Margaret Kirkland, Rebecca Gardner of Houses & Parties, and many more. At the helm are Alexa Hampton as Honorary Chair, Corey Damen Jenkins as Design Chair, and Charlotte Moss and Ray Booth as Showhouse Ambassadors. Floral icon Ariella Chezar serves as the showhouse’s Floral Chair, ensuring that every room blossoms.

Founder and Editor-in-Chief Margot Shaw calls the showhouse “an interactive experience that brings the beauty of our brand to life and provides our audience with interior, entertaining, and floral ideas they can incorporate at home.” As ever, Flower Magazine proves that great design and a touch of Southern hospitality never go out of style.

Open for tours now through October 26, the showhouse benefits The Next Door Recovery, a Nashville-based nonprofit supporting women in recovery. Stay tuned for more. Tickets are available here!

Read our favorite articles of the week!

Shelley Johnstone Designs a Storied 1925 Lake Forest Home With a Few Modern Twists written by Carolyn Englefield for Frederic.

This Dreamy Pied-à-Terre Brings Together Parisian Panache and Classic American Decorating written by Gay Glassmann for Galerie.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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The Glam Pad’s Guide to the Best Advent Calendars of 2025

Written by Natalie Aldridge.

October is upon us and the crisp air, golden leaves, and scent of cinnamon in the air can only mean one thing: the holidays are fast approaching. And while it may seem early to deck the halls, the most coveted advent calendars sell out before you can say fa la la. To get ahead of the rush, we’ve assembled The Glam Pad’s definitive guide to the most chic and elevated advent calendars we’re coveting this holiday season. From beauty treasures tucked behind gilded doors to old-world confections and everything in between, we’re already getting excited for the festivities to come.

Sisley Paris x Luke Edward Hall Advent Calendar

This year’s lineup celebrates the art of anticipation, blending beloved classics we look forward to each season with dazzling newcomers that raise the bar yet again. Think Liberty London’s iconic prints, Bonne Maman’s famous jams, and Fortnum’s festive finery, all exquisitely packaged and designed to make every December morning feel like a small celebration. Whether your taste leans toward beauty, home, or a little of both, these calendars are a daily enchantment wrapped in impeccable style.

And without further ado, here is The Glam Pad’s Guide to the Best Advent Calendars of 2025.

  1. Sisley Paris x Luke Edward Hall

Sisley and British artist Luke Edward Hall have created a one-of-a-kind Advent calendar filled with 25 surprises to make the countdown until Christmas even more enjoyable. A festive theatre with a host of merry characters is featured on the doors of the calendar while the inside contains brightly illustrated compartments hiding some of Sisley’s favorite skincare, makeup, perfume and hair care products.

The calendar has been designed to be kept and reused and each compartment can be turned around to hide the numbers featured on them. We also adore the artist’s book, A Kind of Magic: The Kaleidoscopic World of Luke Edward Hall!

2.Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar

The ultimate indulgence for beauty lovers, this iconic calendar is filled with Liberty’s most coveted skincare, fragrance, and makeup treasures, all tucked within its signature printed drawers that are as collectible as the products themselves.

3.  Christmas Advent Calendar Jigsaw Puzzle – Christmas Adventure 

Take advantage of Amazon Prime Day with this deightful collection of 24 premium Christmas jigsaw puzzles, illustrated by Claire McElfatrick. Manufactured by Gibsons. An ideal gift for adults and teenagers.

4.  Bonne Maman 2025 Limited Run Edition Advent Calendar

An Amazon Best Seller featuring 24 limited-edition holiday spreads with festive flavors including Caramel with Vanilla, Strawberry & Passion Fruit, and Wild Blueberry with Maple Syrup. This beloved calendar sells out quickly. “Clark, it’s the gift that keeps on giving the whole year!”

5. Fortnum’s Feasting Advent Calendar

A celebration of British tradition at its finest, this grand calendar is packed with gourmet delights from teas and preserves to decadent chocolates, making every December morning feel like a festive breakfast at the iconic Fortnum and Mason.

6. Jo Malone Advent Calendar 

Sophisticated and timeless, this elegant calendar offers a daily dose of luxury with miniature colognes, candles, and bath indulgences that fill the season with signature Jo Malone charm.

7. Over The Moon Holiday House Advent Calendar by Stephanie Fishwick

A work of art in itself, this beautiful calendar is an impeccable collaboration between Stephanie Fishwick and Over The Moon. With Stephanie’s whimsical illustrations, the calendar is a trove of beautifully curated treasures that capture the romance, nostalgia, and magic of the season.

8. Missoma Fine Jewelry Advent Calendar

A glittering countdown for the modern sophisticate, this calendar is a treasure box of dainty gold and gemstone treasures.

9. Volupsa 12 Day Candle Advent Calendar 

A sensorial delight, this calendar fills each day with one of Voluspa’s beautiful candles that can be burned throughout the season and beyond.

10. The MET Museum Favorites Advent Countdown

A cultured twist on the classic countdown, this artful calendar features treasures inspired by The Met’s iconic collections, perfect for those who prefer their holiday cheer served with a touch of history and refinement.

11. Peter Rabbit™ Charbonnel et Walker Advent Calendar

This storybook-inspired calendar pairs the whimsy of Beatrix Potter with Charbonnel et Walker’s signature British confections for a holiday treat that’s equal parts nostalgia and indulgence.

12. Le 30 Montaigne Dior Beauty Advent Calendar

The ultimate holiday holy grail, this annual objet of desire captures the spirit of Dior’s Parisian atelier with a trove of miniature fragrances, skincare, and beauty icons, each one a jewel box ode to the House’s timeless allure.

13. Guerlain’s le Conte des Merveilles Advent Calendar

At the top of our wish list! Guerlain presents its exclusive new Advent calendar. Designed by paper artist Mélissandre Vidal to resemble a magnificent book, le Conte des Merveilles invites you to discover the House’s icons. A limited edition of 25 treasures that tells a wonderful story of creation every day.

14. LEGO Advent Calendars

For the little ones, take advantage of Amazon Prime’s sale on some darling LEGO Advent Calendars. We particularly adore the CHRISTMAS HOUSE ADVENT CALENDAR 2025, which provides a fun, interactive and educational building experience in the run up to Christmas.

15. Bloomingdale’s 12-Day Fragrance Advent Calendar

Bloomingdale’s currently has up to 25% off their fabulous selection of Advent Calendars. We are stocking up on this beautiful set marked down to $106.25 with a $344 value. It includes luxurious minis from BYREDO, Parfums de Marly Delina, INITIO, BVLGARI, Penhaligon, Acqua di Parma, and more.

Below are a few more honorable mentions… Happy Shopping!

Make sure to make your advent calendar purchases. They will sell out fast!

x Natalie

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Patricia Altschul’s Needlepoint Colab, Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection, and Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens

Welcome to TGP Tidbits where we round up the happenings and our musings of the design industry each week. This week we take a look at Patricia Altschul’s needlepoint collaboration with Furbish, Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection, and Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens. Written by Natalie Aldridge.

Patricia Altschul x Furbish

At The Glam Pad, we have long adored Patricia Altschul, the Charleston grande dame, Southern Charm matriarch, and eternal arbiter of wit and elegance. Whether presiding over her storied Greek Revival mansion or serving martinis in a caftan with a pug at her side, Patricia embodies the art of living beautifully with a raised eyebrow and a perfect one-liner.

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Inferior Martini Needlepoint Pillow

Her new collaboration with Furbish Studio captures that irresistible spirit in a collection of cheeky needlepoint pillows that balance Southern refinement with playful irreverence. These needlepoint charmers bring instant personality to any room. They are conversation starters, mood lifters, and, in true Patricia fashion, a reminder that interiors should always be as spirited as their owners.

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Eat, Drink Needlepoint Pillow

Elegant, vibrant, and just a little mischievous, the Patricia Altschul x Furbish collection lets you invite Patricia’s signature glamour with a wink into your home. After all, life is far too short for boring décor. Shop the collection here!

Fromental’s Papier Chinois Collection

At The Glam Pad, we can never resist the allure of Chinoiserie. Few names embody its artistry quite like Fromental, the London-based luxury wallpaper house known for their hand-painted silk masterpieces that grace some of the most exquisite interiors around the world. This September, Fromental celebrates its 20th anniversary with a groundbreaking launch that has the design world buzzing: Papier Chinois.

For the first time, Fromental is making its signature Chinoiserie accessible through innovative digital printing. The collection reimagines five beloved patterns, Bambois, Florent, Rocaille, and Peter Rabbit, with the addition of Millefleurs, a fresh design inspired by the lush intricacy of antique tapestries. Each printed panel preserves the artistry and detail of originals that can take up to 50 hours to hand-paint These beautiful papers have a far shorter lead time of 4–6 weeks compared to the 12+ weeks required for bespoke versions and are available at a much better price point.

The Papier Chinois debut also ushers in Fromental’s brand-new e-commerce platform, complete with roll calculators, video installation guides, and groundbreaking AR technology that allows you to animate the Millefleurs wallpaper once installed in your space. It’s a pivotal moment for the brand and for the industry, marrying twenty years of tradition with innovation that makes their artistry more accessible than ever. From hand-painted silks to digitally rendered jewels, Fromental continues to prove that Chinoiserie is not just a decorative style, but a living art form for today.

The full collection can be viewed here!

Birmingham’s Antiques at the Gardens

Every autumn, Birmingham Botanical Gardens transforms into a veritable Eden of antiques, design, and inspiration. Antiques at the Gardens has become one of the South’s most anticipated events, drawing tastemakers and treasure hunters alike to wander beneath the oaks in search of heirlooms, objets d’art, and design wisdom. Now in its 18th year, the show continues to be a highlight with its seamless marriage of horticulture and high style.

This year’s edition has an incredible roster of exhibitors offering everything from fine furniture and silver to vintage jewelry, textiles, and garden accents. Interwoven throughout the weekend are lectures and conversations with celebrated designers, architects, and floral artists, ensuring the event is as enriching intellectually as it is aesthetically.

Some of the much anticipated events this weekend include talks with Thomas O’Brien and Katie Ridder, Jane Scott Hodges, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard. On Saturday, our friend Rudy Saunders will be hosting Stitch with Rudy Saunders: Needlepoint with Friends, a delightful morning workshop complete with a needlepoint kit, muffins, and mimosas. Could there be a chicer way to start the day?

But perhaps the true beauty of Antiques at the Gardens is the setting itself and to be reminded that antiques are not relics but living pieces of history that flourish in dialogue with the present. With proceeds benefiting the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the event also ensures that this unique cultural and natural treasure continues to thrive for generations.

If you are in Birmingham, be sure to visit this weekend. Antiques at the Gardens is a wonderful show, not to be missed. Tickets can be purchased here!

Read our favorite articles of the week!

10 ‘Old’ Design Trends That Should Have Never Gone Out of Style written by Nina Derwin for Veranda.

Alexandra Kaehler Refreshes a Century-Old Chicago Home for a Young Family written by Alexandra Kaehler for Frederic.

Shop this week’s inspired finds!

x Natalie

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Style Profile: Design by Tula

By Micah Hanvey

Inspired by design and architecture from both the past and present, Tula Summerford, founder of Design by Tula, is known for creating rooms that are richly layered with vibrant color, patterned fabrics, and treasured objects from around the world. Her curiosity in architecture and design blossomed at an early age with a desire to constantly rearrange her childhood home. With over thirty years of textile and design experience, Tula’s innate aesthetic sensibilities, love of pattern, and keen attention to detail result in a variety of interiors that are distinctive of her vision and unique to each client’s personal style.

We are delighted to welcome Tula to The Glam Pad today for a Style Profile Q&A and a peek through her exquisite portfolio! Welcome, Tula!

Q: What designers inspire you?

A: I’m particularly inspired by Jean Louis Deniot. His ability to blend textures and styles with such timeless elegance really speaks to me.

Q: When and how did you first become interested in interior design?

A: My interest began early- I was always rearranging my bedroom and experimenting with the rooms in my parents’ home. That passion naturally led me to study at The Fashion Institute of Technology to pursue interior design professionally.


Q: What upcoming projects are you excited about?

A: I’m really looking forward to designing an Emerald Room for the Kips Bay Showhouse in Dallas. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore new ideas and create something truly unique.





Q: How do you like to spend your free time?

A: Outside of work, I enjoy tennis, Pilates, and yoga to stay active. I also love playing Mahjong—it’s a wonderful way to unwind!

Q: What is your favorite house you’ve designed, and why?

A: Earlier this year, I completed the redesign of a historic 1893 home. The client gave me complete creative freedom, allowing me to incorporate exceptional textiles, distinctive art pieces, and curated furnishings from around the world. Seeing the project come together so beautifully was incredibly rewarding.

 

Q: Which room do you enjoy designing the most or find the easiest, and why?

A: Dining rooms are my favorite to design because they come naturally to me. I often start with a standout fabric or wallpaper and let the rest of the design evolve from there. With just a few key pieces, the space feels complete and inviting.


Tula Demetra Summerford

Thank you, Design by Tula, for participating in our style profile today. We adore your colorful and cheerful style!

To learn more about Tula’s design, please visit Design By Tula and follow @designbytula on Instagram for ongoing inspiration.