I’ve always appreciated the holiday season for the way it renews our relationship with our homes. Quiet, everyday living quarters…
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5 Design Trends from Salone del Mobile
In looking back at my 1500+ photos taken of new design introductions at the fair, these are the following five design trends that stood out to me the most.
Cool Finds from Maison & Objet Miami
Each year I visit a number of design shows like High Point, Dallas Market and the New York Gift Show…
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Mixed Media: The 2015 Dallas Arts Fair
This past weekend was the annual Dallas Arts Fair. I’ve written about attending the fair gala in the past, but…
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Precious Stones and Metals at High Point
Each fall I look forward to visiting High Point. It’s a great place, of course, to shop for clients and…
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Dwell with Dignity’s Thrift Studio Pop-Up Shop
One of my favorite charities here in Dallas is Dwell with Dignity. If you’re not familiar, it’s a great nonprofit…
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Visiting Holly Hunt’s New Dallas Showroom
One of my favorite places to source unique, modern furnishings on the East Coast is Holly Hunt, the chic contemporary…
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Venice Celebration, Part II
The weather on Day Two of our Venice celebration was even better…which was a good thing since all of the…
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Venice Celebration, Part I
You’ve probably noticed I took a brief break from the blog while traveling this past month in Europe. I’ll be…
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The Farmhouses of Round Top
Texas has plenty of charming, small towns, but few are as post-card perfect as Round Top. I was there last…
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S.B. Long Interiors Honored by D Home Magazine!
I’m no stranger to magazines, as many of my projects have been featured in editorials, but it’s usually my work…
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Dallas Market Roundup
I tend to travel regularly throughout the year sourcing for different projects at design shows, such as NY NOW and…
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Deck the Boughs: Holiday Lights in Highland Park
Coming from the Northeast, I’m used to subdued holiday decorations—a wreath on the front door and the simplicity of a…
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Happy Thanksgiving!
In my travels, I’m always on the lookout for interesting architecture and design. However, I particularly love it when I…
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High Point Market Roundup
I’ve been to a number of great design shows this past year, but my recent visit to the fall High…
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Quirky Cool: Round Top Antiques Fair
If you keep up with my posts, you know I love visiting antiques and flea markets for great, one-of-a-kind finds….
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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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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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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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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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Drawn to the Light: The New Parrish
The incomparable Hamptons light has bewitched artists (and designers) for decades and I was intrigued to see how the great Herzog…
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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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Spooky is in the Details
John and I love Halloween – I’ve always enjoyed a good dress-up them party and we both have a soft spot…
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Don’t Miss: Form/Unformed at the DMA
In my recent travels to Dallas, I’ve posted about the city’s electric offerings, from the Design District galleries to the…
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Washington Whirlwind
The curtain is down on the 26th Washington Connecticut Antique Show and friends, this was one for the books. What…
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Connecticut’s Antiques Trail
Connoisseurs of design and foliage, your moment has arrived. The 26th Annual Washington, Connecticut Antiques Show takes place this weekend (October…
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