Designer of the Year Awards Backstage Thoughts

And the winner is…. So, first let me say that my kids are both competitive recreational dancers and have often heard my misgivings about competitions and awards in the arts! Seriously, art is so varied and nuanced that it’s an apples to orange comparison. Yes, I have the same misgivings about design awards. My first…

How To Do a Family Photo Wall

I have to admit, I am not a fan of photographs hung on the wall.. All too often, family photos hung on a wall look way too small for the wall in total, and done in a bunch, all too often it looks like visual clutter. That pretty much ruled out a family photo wall…

Amazing Antique Mural Renderings at a Paris Flea Market

You’ll love these antique mural renderings we found at the famous Vanves Flea Market in Paris! In this video, I talk with a fine art dealer Gerard Hans, who sells these one-of-a-kind works from as far back as the 1800’s. The renderings are created first so that the artist can visualize what will be placed…

Designer Vintage Clothing Treasures at Chez Sarah

If you’ve read my blog in the past few months, you’ll know that I’ve recently returned from Paris and the Maison et Objet interior design trade show. I was lucky to visit the famous Clingnancourt flea market during this trip, where the best interior designers purchase vintage furniture, clothing and antiquities. One of the most…

Fun Finds from Paris’ Maison et Objet Fall 2015 Show

If you missed my trend report on Maison & Objet, click here to read Part I: Design Trend Spotting from Maison & Objet September 2015. Maison & Objet, literally translated Home & Object takes place twice annually in Paris. In Part I of this 2 part series I outlined the key trends, both emerging and…

Interior Design Trend Report from Maison et Objet Paris Fall 2015

Tamara Barrage Maison et Objet, the show of shows here in the interior design world happens twice annually in Paris. This show is considered one of interior design’s epicenters. It’s the place to spot new trend seeds and track the movement of the developing trends. The show is massive, with exhibit halls spanning a few…

Trendy Fabric Patterns – Don’t Overdo Them!

Trends – both interior design and fashion – have a life cycle. The more you see a trend multiply and show up EVERYWHERE, the more you want to control your impulses on it because an over availability everywhere often actually indicates that there is an end in sight. I was at the Philadelphia Design Center…

How Important is Color of the Year?

Every year, Pantone announces its Color of the Year. In the grand scheme of interior design, how important is it really? Well, it depends on a few things…. About Donna Hoffman, The Interior Design Advocate™ Author of the popular home design system, The Decorating Genius System – 7 Simple Steps to a Great Interior,…

Showerhead as Art & Light Show

So what do you think of this truly innovative showerhead from Japanese company Nendo? The Axor Lampshower is a masterful thought…but what do you think of it in application? Surely, this puppy would be a show stopper in a dark marble shower…I can see it at a posh hotel in in London or New York.…

Interior Design Showhouse DIY Decorating Ideas

The Kips Bay Showhouse 2015 was a real treat to see. In addition to marveling at the incredibly well nuanced spaces produced by the leading design minds practicing today, this year’s house also offered a few wonderful flourishes any Decorating Lover can do herself. Here are my top 3 easy picks for you to enjoy.…

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