One of the unexpected pleasures of moving to Texas has been the rich and varied landscape here. Having lived in…
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Summer’s End: Stylish Picks from NY Now
This week finds me back in Dallas, after a busy summer working on various projects in New York, Las Vegas and…
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Modern Marvels: High Design at MoMA
When I’m in New York—and I have the time—I love strolling through the galleries at the Museum of Modern Art….
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Trash to Treasure: Sourcing at the Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market
As a designer, I’m always on the lookout for one-of-a-kind items. I think the most interesting homes are full of…
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Wondrously Strange
I wanted to share a very cool home that I recently visited in Fort Worth. It was designed by Morgan…
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My New Obsession: Prairie Style Architecture
One of the great pleasures of moving to Highland Park in Dallas has been the purchase and renovation of my family’s…
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Design Inspiration: Stumptown in Manhattan
When the weather gets steamy, one of my favorite things is ice coffee. I even have a tall insulated cup…
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Oasis in the City: Visiting The Highline
On a recent trip to New York, I was able to visit The Highline, one of my favorite public spaces…
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High Design: Sourcing at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair
Each Spring I look forward to attending the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, and this year was no exception. With over…
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Finding Inspiration: Working Day In Dallas
As an Dallas interior designer, I usually find inspiration for my work almost everywhere I go. Living in Dallas has…
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About Town: Preview Gala at the Dallas Art Fair
I’ve been an artist all my life, exploring many mediums. I completed a Fine Art major in college, focusing on…
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Structure and Light: Henri Labrouste at the MoMA
I love living in Dallas, yet I do love to head back and visit my favorite cultural spots in Manhattan. Luckily, I do still…
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Blending Styles: Modern and Traditional, Part I
Throughout my design work, I’ve always been strongly attracted to rooms that blend both modern and traditional sensibilities. I find…
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Finding Inspiration: My New Houzz Account
As a designer, I find inspiration comes from all corners of my life. My travels, museums, trade shows, and magazines…
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My New Favorite Obsession: The Bishop Arts District
It’s wonderful when new friends and new experiences collide, which is just what happened a few Sundays ago when my…
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Art Deco Inspiration: Lalique Maison
Recently, while designing the Owners’ Suites on Oceania’s Marina and Riviera cruise ships, I became intrigued by the designs of the French luxury brand Lalique. The chandelier…
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Trend Spotting at NYIGF: Rope and Burnished Metal
Lately, all things nautical have consumed me. Perhaps this is because I’m currently sourcing for a project in Miami Beach,…
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My New Favorite Obsession: The Perot Museum
Since moving to Dallas, I’ve cherished the opportunity to explore the many cultural and visual attractions of my new hometown….
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Holiday Gift List: Modern Tradition
Although this time of year can get a little insane, I am an unabashed fan. In gifting, as with interiors,…
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Go Now: CTC&G’s “Designing Greenwich”
I’m a great admirer of CTC&G – though biased, I’ve proudly watched it emerge as both a champion of local…
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Cool Picks from the NY Gift Show
It you’ve ever walked the New York International Gift Fair, you know the fever dream of venturing onto that floor….
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Outdoor Inspiration in Connecticut Cottages & Gardens
To celebrate my one-year anniversary as a design columnist for Connecticut Cottages & Gardens, I thought I’d have a virtual…
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Not Your Grandmother’s Stationery
With technology ever on the rise, texts, tweets and emails seem to be pushing aside traditional printed notes, cards and…
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Treasure Hunting: The New York Gift Show
“Driven by Design” was the theme at last month’s New York International Gift Fair, where I logged untold miles exploring new…
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Highlights from the Winter Antiques Show
Last week I attended the Designer’s Preview Breakfast for the New York Winter Antiques Show. The incomparable 1st Dibs hosted…
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Carolyn O’Keefe’s Beautiful American Estate Jewelry
This month’s Artist We Love spotlight shines on the remarkable Carolyn O’Keefe, Founder and visionary behind American Estate Jewelry. Inspired…
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Gingerbread House Goes Modern Traditional
Each year my son and I visit The Silo at Hunt Hill Farm in New Milford, CT to make a…
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My Holiday Wish List: Part 2
Catalogues and shops are brimming with stylish wares this holiday season. Last month, I was inspired to create a wish…
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Highlights from Pavilion of Art and Design
Paris’ famed Pavilion of Art and Design recently made its much-anticipated stateside debut and Sue attended the Preview Night as…
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My Holiday Wish List: Part 1
With my stack of holiday catalogues mounting and stores setting out their finest wares, I was inspired to create a…
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