Did you move away from New York when COVID came to town? Lots of people did, but those of us who stayed behind are noticing that some New Yorkers are coming back now and then—even if they can work at home every day. Hopefully you didn’t give up your city apartment. But even if you...
Silverback Development, the midtown Manhattan firm led by Josh Schuster, is capturing attention for its distinctive building designs and an eye towards community. The firm’s focus is mixed-use residential, with projects ranging from luxury, senior living, moderate income and multifamily investment. While many of their projects are located in New York City’s five boroughs, they’re...
This master bedroom concept is similar to the one I delivered via e-design for a couple in New Jersey. My clients purchased a one-room design package and will implement the concept at their own pace. My service includes a convenient shopping list with all the details they’ll need to pull the room together when they’re...
One year into COVID, most of my favorite events have successfully transitioned to a digital format until we can all safely be together in person again. The 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) held January 11-14 featured pandemic-inspired “clean tech” that provide antimicrobial protection at home (see them here) as well as touchless kitchen and bath...
Virtual trade show technology has been around for years, but it took COVID to make us fully appreciate the convenience. The 2021 edition of the Kitchen and Bath Show (KBIS) was fully virtual and even when some technical difficulties closed down the digital show floor, there were still lots of opportunities to connect one-on-one with...
You don’t have to be an Anglophile to appreciate the quality and good looks of Original BTC Lighting. This British brand based in Oxford, England and founded in 1990 by Peter Bowles has been turning heads at international design shows since debuting its first collection. I know I’ve stopped at trade shows over the years to...
As a New Yorker and a traveler who loves to visit other cities, I’ve spent a lot of time in elevators. Also, I grew up mostly living in apartment buildings. So for these reasons I consider myself a seasoned—and opinionated—elevator rider. Form follows function here because mechanical safety, codes and maintenance are top priority. But...
This year 2020 has been all about accepting loss and counting blessings. During the pandemic some have turned to baking as a creative outlet and source of comfort. Baking is also a holiday tradition, but not everyone has the time or patience for making delicate cookies in holiday shapes. A quick batch of bar cookies...
Last February I was in Las Vegas for the International Builders Show (IBS) and the Kitchen & Bath Business Show (KBIS) a combined mega event also known as Design + Construction Week. One of the highlights, for me, was touring The New American Home 2020 in nearby Henderson just 20 minutes from the Las Vegas...
The holidays will be low key this year. Safety comes first in these COVID times, but perhaps one or two guests from your pod will drop in for a bite to eat. Even during a pandemic, this is the season for multifunctional furniture—especially pieces that can fold up when you’re done so they take up...