Monthly Archives: May 2011

Finding Common Threads in San Francisco Art Fairs

By Decorati | Published: May 31, 2011

Finding common threads in three San Francisco art fairs ties together an experience of contemporary art in California. With 175 galleries the opening question was: Will San Francisco draw enough attendance and support to sustain three art fairs? Three well-attended fairs, each catering to niche audiences while welcoming crossover, marked my experience. Conversations with dealers [...]

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Cabin Pressure: Yachts, Boats and Planes

By Decorati | Published: May 31, 2011

Yacht Interior |  Kaye Fleming Design A luxury with built-in limitations, the interior of a boat or plane can present unique design challenges. Space is usually an issue, joining many other practical concerns that prohibit much variation from the sparse. Seaworthiness doesn’t have to come at the expense of style, however, as these examples from [...]

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Life Stories: Sara Story

By Decorati | Published: May 30, 2011

Sara Story relates rich personal narratives through timelessly chic interiors.

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The Glamour of Black and White: Hues and Strategies

By Decorati | Published: May 27, 2011

Portfolio Photos |  Brendan Kwinter-Schwartz As we’ve seen in previous surveys of sparse color schemes like monochromatic white or dramatic black, cutting down on color can result in exponential glamour. Getting the mix right is no easy task, however. To keep black and white schemes modern and bright, a careful eye for detail is required, [...]

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Life Alfresco: Indoor/Outdoor Spaces Part 2

By Decorati | Published: May 25, 2011

Bedroom |  Douglas Durkin For much of the world, warmer weather has finally arrived…and with it, the chance to spend more time outdoors. While activities in the open air seem to be a pleasure universally enjoyed, luxurious spaces built to accommodate them are definitely part of a trend on the upsurge, as we discovered in [...]

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Purple Haze: Hues and Strategies

By Decorati | Published: May 24, 2011

Kips Bay Show House | Jamie Drake A trend that took fashion and interiors by storm a few years ago, purple, lavendar and eggplant hues have only continued to gain momentum in home design. Pantone’s selection of ‘must-have’ colors for 2011 includes Phlox, a “magical, deep purple with a hint of mystery.” And according to Benjamin [...]

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Bonfire of the Vanities: Decadent Dressing Tables

By Decorati | Published: May 23, 2011

Dressing Room | Stephanie Lake, PhD; Stephanie Lake Design Once an indispensible feature of any lady’s boudoir, the vanity or dressing table is a small, mirrored desk made for the ‘preparation of the toilette.’ Modern trends have swung towards smaller dressing areas and larger bathrooms for primping– but the bedroom vanity, despite its old-fashioned airs, has [...]

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The Moderns: Campion Platt

By Decorati | Published: May 23, 2011

For the past twenty years, Campion Platt’s firm has built a loyal following of clients across the country entranced by his uncanny ability to make modern luxury both sophisticated and soothing. His holistic approach to Warm Modernism creates highly personalized spaces – making him a favorite of celebrities including Al Pacino, Meg Ryan, Roger Waters, [...]

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Turquoise: Hues and Strategies

By Decorati | Published: May 20, 2011

Sitting Room | Gerald Tolomeo An ancient, dynamic hue evoking gemstones and tropical beaches, the color turquoise and its namesake mineral have been attributed magical powers by cultures around the world for thousands of years. Regarded as an attractor of good luck or a talisman against evil, turquoise can have an enchanting effect in interiors as [...]

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Exposed! Brick, stone and concrete for interiors

By Decorati | Published: May 18, 2011

Washington DC Residence | Massucco Warner Miller Typically found in high-ceilinged urban lofts or ancient manses, interior walls with exposed brick, stone or concrete can be a rugged yet wildly chic alternative to drywall. From sleek and modern to flirty and feminine, this textured, sophisticated look depends heavily on careful pairings and contrasts. We’ve collected some [...]

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