Today I am delighted to welcome Luzanne Otte as she returns for the second installment of our six-part series on Patricia Altschul's charmed life and home (decorated by the legendary Mario Buatta.) As Patricia's dear friend, Luzanne has gained intimate knowledge of the television star, author, historian, and collector's life... And with Patricia's approval, of course, she is guest posting her ... continue reading...
Sarah Bartholomew for Pottery Barn
When the entryway of designer Sarah Bartholomew's Nashville home was published a few years ago, it became an instant sensation. Sarah's home and effortlessly chic style inspired Pottery Barn to partner with her to create an exclusive collection, perfect for the entry or any other room in your home. "The entryway introduces a home’s personality," says Pottery Barn president Marta Benson. "After ... continue reading...
A Glamorous Pied-à-Terre by Cece Barfield Thompson
Everyone loves a dramatic before and after reveal, and today’s home tour is a jaw-dropping transformation. CeCe Barfield Thompson created a sophisticated and glamorous New York City pied-à-terre for her client, a former Miss America who lives in Los Angeles. The 2,000 square foot corner apartment overlooks Central Park and Fifth Avenue. CeCe created a fresh, modern space that could showcase the ... continue reading...
Sister Parish Home Goods Collection
Sister Parish was the grande dame of American interior decorating in the 20th century, and it is wonderful to see her legacy continue through her granddaughter Susan Bartlett Crater and great-granddaughter Eliza Crater. Susan originally founded Sister Parish Design in 2000 with Libby Cameron, Parish's protégée, with the goal of resurrecting the prints and wallpapers that Mrs. Parish ... continue reading...
Insider Secrets From Patricia Altschul’s Houseguest
Of all the beautiful homes I have shared via The Glam Pad over the years, I am often asked if I have a favorite... Yes, I do! It is the antebellum Charleston home of Patricia Altschul, decorated by my favorite interior designer, Mario Buatta. I have featured her home numerous times and even had the privilege of interviewing Patricia last year when she shared her tips for creating a timeless home. ... continue reading...
A Graceful First Impression by Gracie
Gracie wall coverings always transform a spectacular room into something completely magical, and the entrance hall of this circa 1907 home is a perfect example. Jenny at The Foo Dog Blog discovered and posted the room several years ago on her popular Tublr account, and it went viral. Over the weekend, I posted it on Instagram and was thrilled when a follower provided the address, which led to the ... continue reading...
Zuber’s French Scenics for Bastille Day
Last year for the Fourth of July, I wrote about Zuber's American history panoramics, and this year for Bastille Day I decided to feature their French panoramics: Les Monuments de Paris and Les Jardins Français. Founded in France in 1797 by Jean Zuber, each Zuber & Cie wallpaper panel is still produced entirely by hand using the original hand-carved woodblocks. Les Monuments de Paris ... continue reading...
Ben Pentreath’s English Country Home
Ben Pentreath, who happens to be the interior designer for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, is one of my favorite follows on Instagram. Ben lives with his husband, famed floral designer and gardener Charlie McCormick, in an old Parsonage in West Dorset, England. Their home has been widely published in The New York Times, The Telegraph, House & Garden Magazine, and in Ben’s renowned book, ... continue reading...
A 19th Century Charleston Charmer
Today we are touring a magnificent Italianate house located on Charleston's illustrious South Battery with panoramic views of Charleston Harbor. The 9,000 square foot mansion was built in 1895 by Frederick Dinkelberg - the architect of the Flatiron Building in New York - for Cornelia “Daisy” Breaux Simonds, a flamboyant New Orleans beauty, and her husband Andrew Simonds Jr., a Charleston bank ... continue reading...
Style Profile: Tessa Foley, Nine and Sixteen
It is such fun meeting kindred spirits in the design world, and that is exactly how I felt when I found Tessa Foley of Nine and Sixteen thanks to Instagram! In addition to sharing a passion for interior design, chintz, and English antiques, we both left 10+ year careers in marketing before starting our blogs, and we were both obsessed with Laura Ashley as teenagers in the 1990s. Such fun! Tessa ... continue reading...