There were so many things that caught my eye when I first saw this Long Island cottage in Architectural Digest a few months ago: the wonderful pattern mix, the blend of East and West elements, the bohemian yet sophisticated look of it…and the list could go on and on! With the help of Peter Marino and […] Read more…
Luggala, the most decorative honey pot in Ireland
Luggala Lodge was built in 1787 and Gothicized thereafter for the La Touche family (Dublin bankers of Huguenot origin). In 1937, Ernest Guinness bought Luggala and gave it as a wedding present to his daughter, Oonagh Guinness, on her marriage to Lord Oranmore and Browne. Oonagh quickly made the place party central. She “imbued Luggala […] Read more…
A Mallorcan getaway by Michael S. Smith
With Summer in full swing, what would be better for a blog post than a stunning Mallorcan Villa by Michael S. Smith? I’ve always admired Mr Smith’s ethos: a deep respect for tradition filtered through a modern lens. He’s always keen to learn the customs, craftsmanship, and history of the location in order to create interiors that […] Read more…