When a bicoastal couple decided to build a new home along the Lieutenant River in the historic town of Old Lyme, Connecticut, they wanted privacy and plenty of space. They also wanted to capitalize on the unique quality of the area's natural light—an effect so magical that a century ago, it attracted numerous American Impressionist […]

Embarking on a new home design project or renovation can be both exciting and daunting, especially when it's your first time working with an interior designer. To calm your nerves and ensure a successful collaboration, knowing what to expect during your initial interior design consultation is crucial. This first meeting sets the stage for a […]

Once again the annual trip to the Paris interior design shows did not disappoint.  The 2020 Paris Deco Off display from fabric houses showed an incredible range of pattern, color and texture.  Overall there was a feel of a 1980s high end revival.  While blush and a soft blue green were still showing, colors of […]

Here I sit on a plane coming back from an out of state client install.  Those who follow me on Instagram know how frequently I travel for work. I have projects that take me at least once a month to the upper Keys in Florida, plus we have projects on the Cape and Islands, New […]

As we're now losing the last of our beautiful New England fall foliage for the bare branches of winter, I can't help but think about the spectacular palettes we just witnessed. It's no mystery why people flock here for the fall, mother nature puts on such a show! The outdoors becomes so layered and the […]

When autumn rolls around and the seasons start to change, many of us can’t help but think of heading back to school.  For the past 12 years I have as well, as I teach at the Boston Architectural College.  In the spirit of the season, let’s take a moment and talk about design education. For […]