This month I’m inspired by rest and relaxation. Possibly because I don’t have a moment of it in my life right now. When choosing fabric this month, I looked to the comfort of linen sheets and your favorite linen tee that is perfectly worn in,...

This month I’m inspired by rest and relaxation. Possibly because I don’t have a moment of it in my life right now. When choosing fabric this month, I looked to the comfort of linen sheets and your favorite linen tee that is perfectly worn in,...

A common touchstone for my inspiration is architecture. My current obsession is with the Bishop Edward King Chapel, in Oxford, England. The talented architects of Niall McLaughlin who relish unexpected juxtapositions also use light as a key design element. The structural details and use of...

A common touchstone for my inspiration is architecture. My current obsession is with the Bishop Edward King Chapel, in Oxford, England. The talented architects of Niall McLaughlin who relish unexpected juxtapositions also use light as a key design element. The structural details and use of...

The first month of the year is coming to a close and minimalism is at the forefront of my mind. Minimalism is all about deliberate and thoughtful design. I find endless design inspiration in the minimalist architectural aesthetic of John Pawson. My mood board includes...

The first month of the year is coming to a close and minimalism is at the forefront of my mind. Minimalism is all about deliberate and thoughtful design. I find endless design inspiration in the minimalist architectural aesthetic of John Pawson. My mood board includes...

As winter rolls into New York, I can’t ignore that comfort and warmth are on the forefront of my design mind. My November design inspiration comes from mixing materials and using simple design details for the greatest effect. Using a mix of charcoal grey felted...

My October design inspiration stems from the organic curves of the human figure and the beauty in simplifying forms. Over the years I’ve learned the importance of simplicity, in life and in design. Simple but significant forms create timeless design. To get a sneak peek...

My July design inspiration is fueled by the lines and curves of organic shapes. Shapes that might be found in nature, the way a leaf curls as it dries up, the curve of a woman’s back when she undresses. The organic forms also speak to...

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