As Colonial Williamsburg’s first Designer in Residence, Anthony Baratta is known for his exuberant All-American style. So when recent clients purchased a pied-à-terre at the Apthorp on Manhattan's Upper West Side, naturally they called upon him to capture their favorite decorating theme: historic Americana with an emphasis on textiles and folk art. With large rooms to fill, Anthony scaled ... continue reading...
The Happiest Townhouse in Chicago
Last month I shared my excitement about FREDERIC, the new magazine produced by Schumacher, and a recently released home tour put such a smile on my face, I just had to share. This turn-of-the-century Chicago Townhouse belongs to Jenny Holladay, an interior designer for Summer Thornton. The tour is just over six minutes and I have already watched it three times! I love every single room, ... continue reading...
George and Lucinda Oakes | A Decorative Line
Flip through Mario Buatta's celebrated monograph (aka "The Buattapedia"), and you will see the artwork of George Oakes in nearly every one of his projects. For enthusiasts of English interior design, the Oakes name is virtually synonymous with Colefax & Fowler, the storied firm known for originating the English Country Style that continues to inspire today. Emily Eerdmans, author, scholar, ... continue reading...
Provence Style: Decorating with French Country Flair
After nearly a decade of blogging about beautiful homes, one in particular has captured my heart like none other... Le Mas des Poiriers, an 18th-century Rhône valley farmhouse. I dream of visiting one day, and I was delighted to receive a copy of Provence Style: Decorating with French Country Flair, written by homeowner Shauna Varvel with Alexandra Black, and released this month by ... continue reading...
Summer Edit: Poolside and Patio Style
Summer officially began this week, although in Texas, it feels like it's already been here for a while now! The start of pool season is a wonderful time to freshen up our outdoor spaces, and as we began taking inventory of what we needed to shop for this summer, we were delighted to learn that Walmart wanted to partner with The Glam Pad to share some ideas for a pool and patio refresh. We found so ... continue reading...
The Chic World of Allison Speer
PR maven Allison Speer is one of the chicest ladies on Instagram... For years I have been enamored by her exquisite style, so when Chairish featured her home and an intriguing Q&A, I could not have been more delighted! Located in San Francisco, Allison's home was decorated in 2008 by Ken Fulk when she and her husband married, and it was refreshed in 2019 by Allison Caccoma. This year, ... continue reading...
Prettiest Pool Houses & Pavilions
There is something magically enchanting about a beautiful yet whimsical pool pavilion. And what could be better this time of year? My all-time favorite pool house belongs to Shelley Johnstone in Lake Forest, Illinois. Shelley's vision was inspired by the follies of Newport and the pagoda-shaped pool houses of Palm Beach, and she also created the design to complement the style of the main ... continue reading...
Heirloom Style with CeCe Barfield Thompson
CeCe Barfield Thompson is a favorite here at The Glam Pad, so naturally we were delighted to learn of her new "Virginia Collection" available through Moda Operandi. During the pandemic, CeCe and her family left New York City for her husband's bucolic family home in Hot Springs, Virginia. Many meals at a table in her mother-in-law's garden along with a treasured collection of antique linens ... continue reading...
Couture Curtains are Back!
There are so many wonderful features in the May-June issue of Veranda, and I was particularly delighted to read an article on well-dressed windows stating, "From pleated tails to tent flaps, lavish curtains with couture trimmings make a red-carpet return—with all the pomp of their predecessors." The article showcases John Fowler and his protege Mario Buatta, who were masters with curtains, along ... continue reading...
Style Profile: Lauren E. Lowe of Lauren Elaine Interiors
Based in Atlanta, Lauren E. Lowe enjoys designing bespoke spaces for creating beautiful memories. She founded Lauren Elaine Interiors in 2016 and has become known for her signature relaxed and elegant style. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Veranda Online, Elle Decor Online, Martha Stewart Online, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Modern Luxury’s The Atlantan, and more. Today, ... continue reading...
