When I travel, I always search for accommodations that will capture the essence of a region. Having been to Le Sirenuse, I’ll now simply always equate the Amalfi coast with this most perfect of hotels. Le Sirenuse is in fact quite possibly the finest hotel that I’ve ever been to. And you needn’t only take [...]
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Amalfi Musts
There are a few compulsory musts in the town of Amalfi. Certainly one should observe an evening passeggiata through the charming town center, and perhaps one should steal a moment’s respite on the steps of their grand Duomo di Saint Andrea in anticipation of the substantial meal you’ll be having. And oh yes, there are [...]
Love’s Garden
We spent our last evening in Sorrento exploring the lush grounds of the Parco dei Principi. The gardens are filled with exotic and rare plantings, some of which were placed here as early as the 19th century. Ponti deliberately left many of the historical architectural elements intact as well, exhibiting his deep appreciation for what [...]
Roberto Giulio Rida
With his eye for the spectacular and unusual, Paul Donzella has pulled together the largest exhibition in the US of work by the art designer, Roberto Giulio Rida. The Milan based Rida who trained in the arts at the world renowned Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera, creates furniture as works of art, (or perhaps [...]
Frederick P. Victoria & Sons, Inc.
I love going to artisan workrooms and warehouses when I’m dreaming up spectacular interiors for my clients, and one of my all time favorites is Frederick P Victoria - they have a veritable treasure trove of important historical items, and as you all might have gathered, I do love a good story behind what I place! Equally useful [...]
Surf Shack Chic
My magnificent Montauk project is coming along quite nicely. A truck load of the most gorgeous things is on its way and I’m looking forward to a day of decorating! In preparation over the past week, I’ve been visiting all my favorite dealers to fill in the missing pieces. I nearly fainted at the David [...]
