Tag Archives: Books

New Books: Artistic Interiors

November 7, 2012

A Joel Shapiro sculpture against the Manhattan skyline.Slideshow

I am honored to be the recipient of a boxed, numbered and signed copy of Suzanne Lovell’s new book ARTISTIC INTERIORS: Designing with Fine Art Collections published by Stewart Tabori & Chang. Suzanne is an architect, interior designer and the principal of Chicago-based Suzanne Lovell, Inc. Her work is familiar to readers of Architectural Digest, House Beautiful and Veranda.

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Patina Style: Brooke and Steve Gianetti

November 2, 2012

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Brooke and Steve Gianetti, designer and architect respectively, have just written the book PATINA STYLE. If you follow Brooke’s blog, VELVET AND LINEN, you have probably read about the countless book signings held in beautiful shops and homes to celebrate the publication of this book. I wish I had been able to attend at least one to hear Brooke speak about her inspiration for a style that is distinctly theirs inspired by found objects displayed collectively, that make a home resonate with memories and meaning.

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Books: The Great American House

November 1, 2012

New brass rim locks with cobalt glass knobs are stunning. Gil Schafer chose them for his own Greenwich Village apartment.Slideshow

Gil Schafer, fellow Board member of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art, incredible architect and friend, has just released his first book, THE GREAT AMERICAN HOUSE. We have seen and admired Gil’s projects published in the shelter magazines for years and eagerly awaited a view into his full portfolio of  American historic and classical houses. Gil’s great success comes from two important personal characteristics; he is an exceptional listener and he is wonderful collaborator. While a client may express the desire to live in a traditional setting, Gil is able to suggest alternative layouts to accommodate a more modern lifestyle. He will certainly give the house its appropriate traditional architectural details and materials but readjust the more formal and restricted layout to one that is more open and family friendly.

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Inspiration: Noma Time and Place in Nordic Cuisine

November 20, 2011

A page from the book on soft colored paper.Slideshow

One of the most beautiful books to cross my desk recently is NOMA, TIME AND PLACE IN NORDIC CUISINE. It is a much appreciated gift from Fred Wilson and Elissa Morgante of Morgante Wilson Architects in Evanston, IL–tendered in appreciation for their participation in the Design Leadership Summit.

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