Each Spring I look forward to attending the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, and this year was no exception. With over 500 exhibitors from around the world, ICFF is one of the best venues for spotting new trends in contemporary design. Visiting tends to be a little like an international sourcing …
I’ve been an artist all my life, exploring many mediums. I completed a Fine Art major in college, focusing on sculpture, which has brought me to where I am today – shaping and influencing interior spaces. I love looking at and being surrounded by art. So it was a pleasure …
I love living in Dallas, yet I do love to head back and visit my favorite cultural spots in Manhattan. Luckily, I do still visit the city quite often while working with clients, and on my trip this week I made time to see the new architectural exhibit at the …
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 and railings they had done for the ships’ grand staircases impressed me; the artistry and detail appeared flawless. This is why I was …
Lately, all things nautical have consumed me. Perhaps this is because I’m currently sourcing for a project in Miami Beach, and am about to visit St. John for some much-needed beach time. However, I can’t help but think that the sea is a wider trend at the moment. For example, …
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by design and the subtle impact of our surroundings. Some of my earliest influences still resonate – I think of the dark woods and textured lodens of my father’s shooting club, the smell of fresh paint on a new canvas, and the bold symmetry of the Philip Johnson Glass house just down the street.