The Designer Touch

Just Beachy!

massa — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 00:05:42 +0000

Who says beach homes have to be all-white? Check out these homes that put a different spin at decorating seaside retreats.

Courtesy of Elle Decor

Courtesy of Houzz

Courtesy of House Beautiful

EVENTS: Archtober & Open House NY

massa — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 23:45:16 +0000

Archtober

A full month of architecture events including lectures, tours, films, and more!

archtober.org

Open House NY

Enjoy guided tours of some of New York’s most acclaimed architecture. A must-see for any architecture enthusiast.

For the Full Weekend Schedule:

October 15-16, 2011
ohny.org

Designer Faves: The Colors of Fall

massa — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 23:28:00 +0000

My favorite season is just around the corner! Let West Elm and Crate & Barrel help you usher in autumn. Spice up your decor with these rich,vibrant accessories.

West Elm Small Rectangle Lacquer Trays $29.00 – $32.00

West Elm Washed Linen/Cotton Pillow Covers $19.00

Crate and Barrel Klyne Chair and a Half in Saffron $799.00

Crate and Barrel Pleat Orange Hourglass Pendant Lamp $99.95

Crate and Barrel Nolan Rug $19.95 – $79.95

INSIDE LOOK: The Home of Will & Jada

massa — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:20:00 +0000

Hollywood’s most lovable power couple – Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, opened their lovely Malibu home to Architectural Digest for the September 2011 issue. The home is infused with warmth and personality – with the couple decidedly sourcing custom upholstery and building materials from artisans around the world. Exuding the essence of a Santa Fe adobe-style house, the family home is a handcrafted marvel filled with spirit.

Read the full article here: http://www.architecturaldigest.com/homes/homes/2011/09/will-and-jada-pinkett-smith-home-article

EVENTS: ASID – GO PRO: NYC

massa — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 14:30:27 +0000

The ASID is hosting the inaugural event of GOPro: NYC this September. The weekend features two days of architecture tours, lectures, and networking events for young and emerging professionals. Of note is the panel discussion on Pro Bono Work in which the benefits and opportunities that can arise from offering design services for charity will be explored.

Get the full details here:
http://www.asid.org/custom/GoPro/index.asp

UPDATE

massa — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:17:24 +0000

This has been quite a busy summer for me. I haven’t been able to blog as much as I’d like. I decided to close out the summer with a little help from the blogosphere. I’ll be switching things up a bit and each week, rather than new content, I’ll be sharing interesting articles from around the web. I’ll return to the regular schedule in September.

P.S. If you’re in NYC, don’t forget to check out the Gift & Home Textiles Market Week:

7W Gift & Home Textiles Market Week

7 West 34th Street

August 12-18

INSIDE LOOK: LONDON DELIGHT

massa — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 19:48:00 +0000

Having lived in London, I know firsthand how gloomy some days can be. British firm Ab Rogers Design found a clever way to add light inside a city dwelling. The Rainbow House, considered to be “living artwork”, incorporates color, movement and fantasy to create a home design that is full of surprises. The focal point of the home is a spectrum-colored spiral staircase and skylight that create a virtual rainbow from ground floor to top floor. Mirrored walls in the bathroom mimic a prism. “Brick roads” – each floor was painted a corresponding hue to the stairs on its level – and a fully functioning slide, create a fairytale feel in this urban home.

The house even has a short film. Check it out here:

The Rainbow House, London from Ab Rogers Design on Vimeo.

Via Dwell