One of the most anticipated events in the design industry is the annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House which is a must-see event in New York that showcases the work of America’s top interior designers to benefit the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club. The event began in 1973 after a group of enthusiastic women on the fundraising committee up with the idea as a way to raise much-needed funds for the organization’s after-school programs. Now in its 40th year, this annual event has become one of the most prestigious decorator show houses and has helped …
Even though it’s not quite summer yet, you may want to start getting excited for Fall because come October, interior designer and TV host Nate Berkus will be bringing his signature style to Target with the launch of his new home collection which hits stores October 21st. The 150 piece line will include bedding, bath, accessories, lighting, rugs, window treatments and more. Above is a sneak peek at some of the items and peep the video below to hear Nate dish about his new partnership with Target!
Items above, Clockwise: Decorative Bowls, 7.99 – 14.99 | Washed Oak Box, 24.99 …
A while back I paid a visit to the office of decorator, antiquarian, design historian and author Thomas Jayne. Thomas is best known for his scholarly knowledge of design history, his expertise in historic preservation and his classical interior design work. (And at 6’7” he’s also known for being the tallest decorator in the biz!) With a background in architecture, art history and decorative arts, Thomas began his interior design career working with Albert Hadley and Sister Parish at the celebrated design firm Parish-Hadley. In 1990 he opened his own design studio and is now considered one of America’s …
When you hear the name Justin Timberlake his hit songs like “Cry Me a River” probably start playing your head or you might immediately think of his roles as an actor in movies like The Social Network…But Justin Timberlake the home decor aficionado? Not something that naturally comes to mind but the actor/singer is taking on that new title, teaming up with his longtime friend and interior designer Estee Stanley to launch a collection of home goods and art for HomeMint.com. Timberlake says pair were influenced by European design and cited the work of Axel Axel Vervoordt and Christian …
The opening night benefit for Housing Works’ annual Design on a Dime fundraiser is always a super fun event that I look forward to each year. All the major players in the New York design community are there and it’s a great opportunity to catch up with one another and have a little fun while shopping for a great cause! Here’s a little recap of the night captured through the lens of my iPhone and my favorite app Instagram!
One of my first stops was HGTV designer Genevieve Gorder‘s booth for Valspar which was one of the event’s sponsors. …
One of my favorite charity events of the year is underway and if you’re in NYC this weekend I highly recommend visiting Design on a Dime – Housing Works’ annual benefit that supports the organization’s programs for homeless and low-income New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS. Each year New York’s top interior designers create beautiful room vignettes for Design on a Dime and all of the items are available for sale at a significant discount off retail to benefit Housing Works. You can score some amazing deals for your home while supporting a great cause. It’s the perfect excuse to shop!…
