Sarah Bartholomew is a favorite designer here at The Glam Pad, and her latest project is positively breathtaking. Located in Greenwich, Connecticut, this classic Georgian-style manor home was built in the early 2000s, but it looks as though it could have built the 1920s... It is timeless. Today we are taking a tour with photography by Melanie Acevedo and commentary from Sarah herself! ... continue reading...
An Elegant Beach House by Barclay Butera
When you think of stereotypical beach house decor, this Newport Beach, California home designed by Barclay Butera, is not what comes to mind. With their primary home two hours inland, the owners were lured to the Southern California town's proximity to the water, however, they wanted their retreat to reflect their love of classic and elegant decor. “This isn’t a beach house with an expansive ... continue reading...
Your’e Invited by Stephanie Booth Shafran
When I discovered the Instagram account of Stephanie Booth Shafran, I was immediately drawn in by her stunning Jeffrey Bilhuber - decorated home and exquisite taste. And I was delighted to learn of her first book, You're Invited: Classic, Elegant Entertaining, released last month. Recently named one of the top hostesses in Los Angeles, Stephanie shares her secrets for planning and giving ... continue reading...
Stye Profile: Tori Alexander
Tori Alexander’s design philosophy is building interiors that are also livable. “I design every space with the assumption that adults will spill red wine and children will spill juice…that being said, it can still be beautiful,” she explains. Tori also understands that the critical design details are what make a house a home. In addition, she possesses an extensive understanding of architecture ... continue reading...
A Charming Cottage by Jackye Lanham and William B. Litchfield
When updating a 1930s Buckhead home in Atlanta, architect William B. Litchfield and designer Jackye Lanham remained sensitive to the neighborhood, period, and style. Located on a street lined with grand and classic homes, this Colonial Revival cottage was the perfect fit for a lady who had lived on the very street as a child and was now moving back with her young daughter. The home's proportions ... continue reading...
Revisiting Hidden Pond Farm
Of all the homes I have written about over the years, Hidden Pond Farm is certainly one of the prettiest, and one of my favorites. Located in New Jersey’s Morris County just 30 miles northwest of New York City, this neo-Georgian estate had been vacant for 30 years when interior designer Janet Simon and her husband Peter discovered the hidden gem and brought it back to life. Built between 1927 and ... continue reading...
At Home in the Country with Jan Showers
Dallas-based Jan Showers has been a long-time favorite designer of mine, so I was delighted to see new images of her beautiful country home - located in Hillsboro, Texas - in the latest issue of D Home. The author of Glamorous Rooms and Glamorous Retreats, Jan is indeed one of the most glamorous designers... It was once written that “A serene Grace Kelly in To Catch a Thief might have been ... continue reading...
Why Traditional Decor is Making a Comeback
I recently stumbled upon a fantastic article by Jennifer Boles from Architectural Digest ADPRO, December 2019 titled "Why Are We Yearning for Traditional Decor Again? ... Chintz, skirted furniture, and antiques are back—and it’s more than just a passing trend". Jennifer begins the article by saying, "If you were alive during the 1980s, get ready to experience déjà vu, because interior design is ... continue reading...
Australian Designers at Home
There are so many talented Australian interior designers, and I was delighted to receive a copy of the recently released book, Australian Designers at Home. Australian Designers at Home provides access to the private retreats of 20 of the country's leading names in interior design, including Cameron Kimber who is one of my favorites! Author Jenny Rose-Innes celebrates the designers who have ... continue reading...
Caroline Gidiere’s Classic Georgian Home
Located in Mountain Brook, Alabama, Caroline Gidiere's exquisite Georgian home is one of the most reposted homes on social media. It was built about 10 years ago by architect James F. Carter who specializes in "new old" houses. Caroline and her husband had planned on restoring the home originally built on the property, but when James broke the news that it was dilapidated to a point beyond ... continue reading...
