The second annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach opened on Saturday. I drove up from Miami for the day to take a look, and it is truly spectacular! The 2019 Show House is Fountain House, a 10,000 square foot Mediterranean-style home on the Intracoastal Waterway constructed in 2003. You can see the before pictures here and here. The home was transformed by 21 participating designers ... continue reading...
Shelley Johnstone Transforms a Newly Constructed Home
After admiring Shelley Johnstone's elegant work in a friend's home, the owners of this newly constructed Georgian knew she was the perfect designer to transform their interiors. Shelley worked with the family for over three years to turn their house into a home, incorporating a mix of antiques with new and vintage pieces. The goal was a lived-in feel with pieces from different eras to create a ... continue reading...
Traditional and Glamorous by Summer Thornton
Featured in the January/February issue of House Beautiful, this two-bedroom Chicago apartment by Summer Thornton is spectacular! It is located in the Palmolive Building, a 1929 Art Deco landmark that overlooks Lake Michigan. Inspired by the apartment’s Deco pedigree and the homeowners’ passion for antiques, Summer worked with co-designer Jenny Holladay to create a plan for a posh, 1920s-inspired ... continue reading...
Palm Beach in Season
Palm Beach is in full season, and there is so much fabulous Palm Beach style to share! I am getting very excited for the second annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach, which is open to the public January 26, 2019 through February 20. The Fountain House, a Mediterranean-style home on the Intracoastal Waterway, has been transformed by 21 participating designers including Meg Braff, Cindy ... continue reading...
Fresh Faces: Johnson Hunt Interiors
As a homesick Texan, I always enjoy connecting with talent in the Lone Star State, particularly with fellow Southern Methodist University alumna! Today I am happy to introduce Johnson Hunt Interiors, a full service interior design firm based in Dallas, Texas. Designers Sara Johnson and Morgan Hunt became friends through their sorority at SMU. Upon graduation, Sara pursued a career in real estate, ... continue reading...
The Glam Pad’s Ultimate Valentine Gift Guide
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and I have searched high and low to bring you a comprehensive gift guide for all of the special people in your life... including some treats for yourself! Men can be particularly tough to shop for, so I consulted with my husband for a few ideas as well. Happy shopping! FOR MEN: Sentimental Gifts For the romantic, Smythson offers a ... continue reading...
Style Profile: James Farmer
Southern born and bred, James Farmer is a professional garden, floral and interior designer, cook, author and lifestyle expert. His signature interiors respect Southern heritage while freshening the look for today. As a result, his work is classic, timeless, and oh so beautiful. I am such a huge fan, and it is an honor to have James join us today for a Q&A! James is the author of The Wall ... continue reading...
At Home with Jewelry Designer Elizabeth Locke
With Valentine's Day just one month away, I thought it would be fun to tour the exquisite home of one of my favorite jewelry designers, Elizabeth Locke. Elizabeth draws upon a lifelong fascination with the antique jewelry of the Etruscans, Greeks and Romans to create her own neo-classical handmade 19k gold jewelry. The search for the perfect bit of history to incorporate into her designs takes ... continue reading...
A Tour of Ireland’s Romantic Glin Castle
Glin Castle, home to the Knights of Glin, has been in the Fitzgerald family for 800 years. The 400 acre estate is located in West Limerick, Irleand on the banks of the Shannon River, and is one of the last of the great Irish houses to still be lived in by the original family. In 2015, the family was forced to put the castle up for sale due to the cost of its upkeep. After a two-year search for ... continue reading...
An Elegant English Country Home
Recently I stumbled upon this beautiful English Country style home via Pinterest, and I couldn't wait to share. It was designed by Susan Burns of Susan Burns Design, an interior design consultancy known for simplicity, elegance, and authenticity. Framed with magnificent gardens and barns, this stunning country home showcases an extensive collection of English and French antiques. It is a perfect ... continue reading...
