Tag Archives: the modern sybarite

cool pulls and artsy knobs

Using a set of cool pulls and knobs to spruce up a piece of furniture – be it a kitchen cabinet, bathroom vanity or chest-of-drawers – is a well-documented decorator tip. But finding extra special pieces, now that can be … Continue reading →

max ingrand + fontana arte: chic italian mid century glass lighting and mirrors

Italian mid century glass lighting is my go to for adding chic panache and glamour to my client’s homes. The chandeliers, sconces and table lamps are still amazingly contemporary while giving that nod to the past that says, “yes, I’m … Continue reading →

monkeying around: a lalanne sculpture at sotheby’s paris

Lalanne sculpture has become a calling card in the world of modern and contemporary art telling people that you have arrived on the frenzied scene of “true” art collecting. I usually avoid the over-hyped names in art; my feeling is … Continue reading →

musicality in the composite photography of idris khan

British artist Idris Khan (b. 1978) is mining the history of literature and music and creating beautiful works of art with his composite photography. His interests lay in works with a collective cultural history, so his sources of inspiration are … Continue reading →

hotel inspired rooms: le royal monceau, paris

“Find me a chic hotel in Paris.” That was my directive from a good client who was jetting off on a mission to see two pieces of art I knew would be perfect for her home. Paris is any art … Continue reading →

the superb belle epoque 19th century art of boldini

When the Sotheby’s New York’s 19th Century European Art catalogue arrived on my desk this week, I was amazed to see this brilliant landscape by Boldini amongst a handful of very good portraits by the master. I’m not sure I’ve … Continue reading →

david ebner – heir to the american studio furniture movement

Finding one-of-a-kind pieces for clients can be daunting at times and one of the areas of design I like to look to for their fresh approach to design is the American Studio Furniture Movement pioneered by Wendell Castle, George Nakashima, … Continue reading →