This year for The Glam Pad's Holiday Gift Guide, I decided to defer to over 20 of the nation's top interior designers and purveyors of good taste.... and they did not disappoint! I am so excited to share this comprehensive list with you, in what will become my new annual Holiday Gift Guide tradition. It contains every idea you could possibly need for hostess gifts, stocking stuffers, children, ... continue reading...
Style Profile: Todd Romano
Todd Alexander Romano founded his interior design firm and his eponymous shop in June of 1999, after training at esteemed New York firms Ingrao Inc., Saunders & Walsh and Mario Buatta. Originally from San Antonio, Texas, Todd studied architecture at the University of Texas in Austin and still finds inspiration in the architecture and the decorative arts he sees both at home and abroad. Todd ... continue reading...
Tour a 1918 Georgian Jewel Box
In the heart of Greenwich, Connecticut, owners of an early 20th century brick Georgian turned to interior designer Shazalynn Cavin-Winfrey to create something colorful and collected, with rooms that convey happiness. Cavin-Winfrey worked with architect William Hellow to create a welcoming and glamorous home for the young couple who enjoy entertaining. Let's take a look inside this exquisite jewel ... continue reading...
An Enchanting 19th Century Virginia Estate for Sale
I have been remiss in gathering my latest Real Estate Roundup, so instead today I am sharing a magnificent 19th century Virginia estate. Lisburne is a stunningly beautiful 70+ acre historic, waterfront and equestrian estate in Lower Gloucester County, Virginia. It is located just 11 minutes from Historic Yorktown and 30 minutes or less to the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. The circa 1810 2 ½ ... continue reading...
Blue and White Christmas with Clary Bosbyshell
A consistent palette of blue and white throughout the interior of a newly built home in the Chastain Park neighborhood of Atlanta provides the perfect backdrop for an elegant Christmas. Interior designer Clary Bosbyshell worked with architect Ross Piper and Paces Builder Group, to create a beautifully layered home that mixes the new with the old. As a general rule, I try not to begin the ... continue reading...
What Does Your Silver Pattern Say About You?
One of my favorite things to do as we enter the holiday season is to polish my silver in preparation for family dinners and parties. As I set about this annual task, I couldn't help but think about "The Twelve Patterns of the Southern Silver Zodiac" as humorously defined by A Southern Bell Primer: Why Princess Margaret Will Never Be a Kappa Kappa Gamma. The Glam Pad featured "the Zodiac" in 2014, ... continue reading...
A Graciously Restored 19th Century Colonial Revival
When an 1865 Colonial Revival in Winchester, Massachusetts became available for sale twenty years ago, designer Jackie Whalen fell in love at first sight. She admits to a weakness for old houses that need serious attention, and she knew she had found a diamond in the rough. The home also came with an interesting history, as it was once joined to the neighboring home. It was split into two homes ... continue reading...
At Home With Kimberly Schlegel Whitman
They say everything is bigger in Texas, and that just so happens to include Kimberly Schlegel Whitman's 10,000 square foot home located on almost two acres in Dallas' Preston Hollow neighborhood. Kimberly is a lifestyle expert, TV host, author, editor-at-large of Southern Living Magazine, blogger, and philanthropist.... she is also a nationally-renowned hostess, and her exquisite home provides the ... continue reading...
A Palm Beach Apartment by Danielle Rollins
I am such a huge fan of Danielle Rollins' exquisite taste, so I was delighted to see the delightful Palm Beach apartment she decorated for former ballerina turned blogger, Stephanie Hill of The Style Bungalow. Stephanie and Danielle met through the second Annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House in Palm Beach where Danielle had designed a room. The dynamic duo hit it off instantly. “When I first met ... continue reading...
Style Profile: Markham Roberts
Today I am honored to have the illustrious designer Markham Roberts join us for a Q&A Style Profile! Markham is one of my absolute favorite designers, and it comes as no surprise that he began his career with another favorite... the legendary Mark Hampton. Markham has been recognized by Architectural Digest's prestigious list of the top 100 interior designers and architects in the world, the ... continue reading...
