Category Archives: Designers

R & Company

Posted on October 13, 2018 by debbie

Designer Interview Q & As From anthropomorphic glass wall sconces to unique chairs and curvy wooden desks, R & Company’s new Tribeca showroom doubles as a gallery of groundbreaking designs and cutting-edge furnishings that answer: “What’s next in contemporary furniture … Continue reading →

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Massimo Buster Minale

Posted on September 12, 2018 by debbie

Designer Interview Q & A’s Buster + Punch converts the mundane—light switches, cabinet pulls, cuff links and bracelets—into edgy-yet-elegant home fashions and jewelry. Founded in 2013, the company has been embraced by celebrities and decorators who laud the company’s contemporary … Continue reading →

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Mark Rios

Posted on April 27, 2018 by debbie

Designer Interview Q&A’s Innovative gathering places around the globe are recent achievements of Los Angeles firm Rios Clementi Hale Studios, a firm renowned for multidisciplinary projects—complete environments that celebrate the unique qualities and memories of each place and its culture.—Sharon King … Continue reading →

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Ghislaine Viñas

Posted on April 5, 2018 by debbie

Designer Interview Q&A’s For this color-focused issue, our compass pointed toward designer Ghislaine Viñas who inserts vivid tones and hues into residential and commercial interiors. Designer of wallpapers for Flavor Paper, her new line of fabrics for HBF Textiles will be … Continue reading →

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Carrier and Company

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Sharon King Hoge

Designer Interview Q&A’s The Timeless work of Carrier and Company runs the gamut from Tribeca lofts and Florida vacation homes to notable fashion offices. Married founders Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller collaborate as parents and as principals of the firm, and … Continue reading →

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John P. Franzen

Posted on March 5, 2017 by Sharon King Hoge

Designer Interviews Q&A’s A SPECIALIST IN PRESERVATION, planning and new construction, John P. Franzen, FAIA, is a former member of the Fairfield Historic District Commission and is involved in many regional and community boards and design juries. His firm, J.P. … Continue reading →

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Erica Moses

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Sharon King Hoge

Designer Interview Q&A’s It’s no wonder nest studio pillows feature vibrant colors: their creator, Erica Moses, is a native of Brazil. After moving to Connecticut to marry an American, she owned two successful local retail stores (Benetton and new Frontier), re-created … Continue reading →

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Joe Passero

Posted on January 1, 2017 by Sharon King Hoge

Designer Interviews Q&A’s Founded almost 100 years ago in Norwalk, Klaffs built its reputation on selling building supplies and household fixtures. Third generation executive Joe Passero worked his way up through the family business from stockroom to decorative plumbing specialist … Continue reading →

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A FLORIDA FOREST OF EVERGREENS

Posted on December 3, 2016 by Sharon King Hoge

Palm Beach’s Festival of  Holiday Trees Customarily travelers to Florida expect beaches and palm trees, but at this time of year, it’s evergreen trees that are special.  For two weeks in December, visitors to Palm Beach can admire the Festival … Continue reading →

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Loot 2016–Global Baubles

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Sharon King Hoge

Unique Jewelry Designs from Around the World Discovering unique local treasures is one of the many pleasures of travel. Brought home from overseas, handicrafts, implements, ethnic costumes can evoke memories of new cultures and happy times on vacation. For those … Continue reading →

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