• Join me in Provence

    by  • 19 Feb ’13 • 3 Comments

    A few years ago I had the pleasure of joining Nikki Maxwell, founder of Picnics in Provence, for an amazing weeklong stay at Kathryn M. Ireland’s house overlooking the Tescou Valley in France. It was one of my most memorable holidays to date. This time around, Nikki has asked me to join her in Provence from June 1 to June 8. We will be staying in a spectacular 9th century priory complete with a vineyard and panoramic views of Mt Ventoux. This trip will be hosted by Nikki, myself, and a Michelin starred chef.

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    High Point Highlight: Drexel Heritage

    by  • 16 Nov ’12 • 2 Comments

    During my visit to High Point Market last month I met many wonderful people and took in many fabulous showrooms; one of my very favorites being Drexel Heritage. The quality, variety and visual appeal of this company is certainly enhanced by the talent of their creative director Denise Alala. Denise, one half of the creative team (Carl Bundy being the other) behind this luxurious furniture brand, was our tour guide for the day.

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    Hello!

    by  • 4 Nov ’12 • 2 Comments

    After a three week trip to the States and narrowly missing Hurricane Sandy, I am finally back home in Scotland with much to report…from my first trip to High Point to speaking at Design Camp…I have tons to share. Tuesday I will recap my favorite High Point finds (I am still sorting through images). Now off to make soup and ease back into the routine of life a home (and the joys of jet lag).

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    Inside the Business of Design

    by  • 30 Oct ’12 • 1 Comment

    The inimitable Keith Granet, founder of Granet and Associates, launches his inaugural program Inside the Business of Design: An Interview Series with Keith Granet. Bjarke Ingels and Robert A.M. Stern will kick off the first two interviews in 2012. The series will be held at the Tishman Auditorium at the New School in New York. I had the pleasure of hearing Bjarke speak in Copenhagen; trust me…he is NOT to be missed.
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