Before & After with Steven Gambrel

Today I came across one my favorite inspirational “before & after” projects. It’s been in my archive for years and today seems like the perfect day to take it out for a spin! Could you imagine iconic interior designer Steven Gambrel stepping into your little apartment and transforming it into a dreamland? That’s exactly what [...]

Bachelor Pad: Part Deux

Ah, swoon-worthy “Man Glam” with its rich colors, sexy textures and just a touch of glimmer to elevate the elegance. Irresistible, isn’t it? In swanky bachelor pads like these, guys like Frank Sinatra and Don Draper could comfortably sip a fine scotch and plot their next cigar choice. Lusciously dreamy! So deliciously Mad Men! Image [...]

Amethyst Purple Plum

Today is a monumental day in my tiny apartment: I’m painting!!! When I moved here two years ago, I went bold and beautiful, slathering Benjamin Moore’s “Amethyst Sky” on every wall and feeling quite proud of the results. It’s sexy by night, playful by day and quite unexpected for friends who pop by. But, alas, [...]

The Lap of Luxury

From personal experience, I can tell you living in Manhattan is expensive! When Frank Sinatra crooned “if I can make it there, I’ll make it anywhere” he was probably talking about affording the rent. But after seeing the eye-popping amount of THIS property, my monthly check writing doesn’t seem so painful. Located in the famous [...]