Based in Italy. Event Designer, Decorator, and Writer.
For me the day after Thanksgiving has nothing to do with shopping. It means I can start playing Christmas carols. This probably comes as a shock to people who don’t know me well, as I appear to be a person who loves to shop. It’s even part of my job. However, the whole Black Friday … Continue reading Weekend Inspiration – All of the Lights – Campo de’ Fiori
Many people back in the States have asked me what I’m doing on Thursday. I’m working. Thanksgiving is an American holiday. If I had an oven/kitchen/apartment bigger than a shoebox, I would host a Thanksgiving dinner but on Saturday (which is what the majority of expats do here). My future apartment will have more space … Continue reading A Few Dinner Plates For A Thanksgiving Table
Perhaps I’m naive but I believe good design incorporates a space that functions well. This is why I completely disagree with the finale (SPOILERS ahead) of the NBC show “American Dream Builders”. Looking at their Facebook page, I’m not the only one. Earlier, I wrote about why I enjoyed the show. They should change the … Continue reading Design vs. Function – American Dream Builders
There has been great deal of press about the new Design Director of Tiffany & Co., Francesca Amfitheatrof. She is the first woman to have this position at the storied American jewelry company. The job had been vacant for five years. Ms. Amfitheatrof had some big shoes to fill. Ms. Amfitheatrof, who trained with a … Continue reading Stylish Simplicity – The Tiffany T Bracelet
The American series AMERICAN DREAM BUILDERS started airing this week in Italy on the channel LEI. Hosted by Nate Berkus, it’s a mash up between EXTREME MAKEOVERS and TOP DESIGN. I have always wondered about the reality of the former. They do a lot of structural changes. How well was the construction, plumbing, and electrical … Continue reading Progetti da Sogno (aka, American Dream Builders)
