Kitchens and bathrooms are two of the most popular renovation projects among homeowners, according to the 2021 Houzz & Home study. With so many design elements to consider—from fittings and fixtures to hard surfaces and accessories—these spaces offer ample opportunity for experimentation with new styles and trends. They also tend to see more use compared to...
A highlight of my summer was the evening I spent in Sag Harbor touring the Galerie House of Art and Design with Novita Communications and their client Fisher & Paykel. The new showhouse transformed a newly renovated 12,000-sq. ft. shingle style estate. Joining the Hamptons’ spectacular line-up of summer showhouses, Galerie House of Art and...
This summer I was able to attend several live events including NY NOW. It was great to be back at Javits even if the show had fewer exhibitors than before COVID. The energy was good, and the brands that showed up had an opportunity to shine. Serving as an IFDA Selects judge was a terrific...
What do bathroom fixtures and automobiles have in common? Two luxury brands with long histories of design and manufacturing excellence decided to collaborate and the results are dazzling. THG Paris’ ICON-X collection, designed and developed with Studio F. A. Porsche, is monolithic with timeless lines, elegant curves and a slender profile. The collection has already received...
When it comes to blogging, most interior designers fit into two categories: either they wish they had a blog, or they already have a blog but they haven’t posted in many months. Do you fit into one of these categories? I used to. But now I blog consistently and I always feel great when I...
I recently helped a client in a Manhattan studio apartment with a small DIY project in her tiny kitchen. The goal was straightforward: to purchase and install a new kitchen sink. She had never liked the existing sink, which was stainless steel; instead, she was hoping to find a light green replacement to complement the...
Even if your multifamily properties are meeting occupancy goals, it’s a good idea to stay ahead of the game. Now more than ever, design drives business—your apartment residents and prospects of tomorrow are watching HGTV and they have high expectations.
Interior design trends come and go so quickly. If you’re a homeowner, you might wish you had a crystal ball before investing in new furniture or home improvements. This is especially true if you’ll be putting your home on the market—or you want to make sure your real estate investment will be attractive to a...
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...