There was a 10-year-period where everyone (including me) was doing black or almost-black rooms or walls. These days, we want something moody and romantic, but we want warmth back in our lives. We want the “grown-up” version of that look. If you are craving a rich, moody paint color that’s a warm, inviting neutral, then […]
May 20, 2024
Leg of lamb is such a dramatic dish. And if you’re going to cook one, slow-roasted on a rotisserie in a smoke-filled grill chamber is about as good as it gets. There’s just something about the way the smoke of a grill coaxes out so much flavor from lamb…it’s incredible. I wanted to create a […]
May 19, 2024
It’s hard to believe we’re three years into designing our moody modern traditional home. Sometimes people will ask me, “What are you gonna do when you’re done?” I can’t think about that yet — I’m not even close! While I feel great about so many rooms in the house, some are still on the “to […]
May 13, 2024
It’s been over a year since we started designing our bathroom. We were working with Unique Kitchens and Baths for the cabinetry, and they came up with two different layouts. We selected one, tweaked it a bit and chose a lot of the finishes…annnnnd honestly we could never quite give the final “go ahead.” This […]
May 8, 2024
We visited the Biltmore Estate in Asheville last month, and one of the first things that you see (that made me stop in my tracks) is the atrium. It’s a grandiose space with curved wood beams and architectural elements overhead. It’s lush with greenery and illuminated by the sun and rugged iron lanterns. It just […]
May 3, 2024
The health benefits of spices are nothing new, but I do love researching facts about them. For instance, recent research on turmeric has shown that one compound is associated with anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antioxidant properties. I’ve shared my golden milk recipe, which is of course based on the traditional Indian beverage that’s been around for […]
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