I have known my friend Karen for about 10 years and have never been to her house until last weekend. She used to say, "Maybe when the magnolias bloom." Karen has an incredible eye and her commitment to pared-down living is inspiring. Karen has always been involved in some aspect of the interior design industry. She currently manages the Lillian August Stamford location, which fuels her passion ...
The Perfect Spring Getaway: Gurney’s Montauk, New York
We decided last week that we needed a quick getaway, so what better place than Gurney's Montauk? The beautiful, modern resort sits on a stunning waterfront property on the East End of the Hamptons. With ocean views, beach access, and a spa, Gurney's is the perfect escape from New York City or anywhere on the East Coast. Even better, visiting in late-April meant that we avoided crowds both at the ...
Little Canal on Manhattan’s Lower East Side
We love the Lower East Side of Manhattan. It's quieter than other neighborhoods, there always seems to be available street parking, and there is no shortage of coffee shops and cafes. Little Canal is one of those coffee shops that is effortlessly cool. Whether you're in the mood for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, Little Canal has got you covered. The cafe's cool, casual vibe somehow ...
Making the most of a small space + NYC apartment
Madeline lives with two friends in a tiny but wonderful apartment in New York City. When she was looking for apartments, we saw a lot of really bad ones. I only went on a few of the showings, but she assured me that they were all pretty terrible. So when we saw this one, we were basically overjoyed! It had just been renovated from top to bottom and for a small three bedroom, they used the ...
Is your entryway ready for spring?
Our porch is probably the best feature of our little house, so I make sure it's ready for every season. Spring weather is coming very slowly to the East Coast this year, so I need to keep my existing potted trees from the holidays. But, to make the planters look like anything but Christmas, I added a few white pansies and some tulips. Eventually the trees will be sent to the shady side of the ...
The Most Beautiful Guest Room and Bath + More from Diane Karmen
Today I'm sharing the serene guest bedroom of interior designer Diane Karmen. I've previously shared her home exterior and her beautiful kitchen . I make a habit of stopping by Diane's house and I always leave with a ton of inspiration. Diane's guest bedroom is an example of her attention to even the smallest details and how those tiny things make a room shine. In the guest bathroom ...