Function. The utmost important word in every aspect of design, whether you are designing clothing or interiors. Over the past year and a half that we’ve had our cabin, I’m realizing that the most important projects have not been cosmetic at all, rather they have...
Just because you are having a dinner party, it doesn’t mean you need to purchase things to set a memorable table. That is why I wanted to share my sustainable approach to setting the table this season (and for any occasion)....
While she was at the DE SMET studio, we caught up on life but also discussed the ideas that sparked DE SMET and the importance of building a perennial wardrobe. The image above captures my current desk setup. Featuring sewing supplies, dried baby’s breath, current...
Hudson Wilder is the best kept secret among my friends. They take the same approach to designing their tabletop goods as I take to designing clothes; every piece is thoughtfully designed to become daily companions over time. Their casual dinnerware was inspired by a vintage...
fter months of looking, we finally found a cabin to call our own. So expect the frequency of Cabin Fever posts to increase over the next several months. Our three bedroom, two bathroom cabin is located about 2 hours from New York City....
I don’t want to jinx it, but I think Spring has officially arrived in New York, and what better way to celebrate than to invest in outdoor furniture. Whether you have access to a rooftop, a stoop, a balcony or a park nearby, this OGK...
As the hunt for an upstate cabin continues, I keep a running list of essential details that will make our cabin feel special. While all white is my go-to interior finish, the idea of exposed wood beams seems like the perfect detail to make you...
Last week, I stopped in at Muji for a few travel supplies and I left with a set of stainless steel flatware. We’ve been looking for flatware for over two years now. Our criteria, as always, was simple: minimal, sleek design, non-shiny, weighted, not too...
Looking for an alternative to Muji for affordable, minimally designed housewares? Arket is the answer. Their mission is to democratize quality through widely accessible, well made durable products, designed to be used and loved for years. From the low spouted bowl to artistically designed long...
Everyone is always asking if you’d like to go paperless, from your electric company to your bank. Where I prefer to go paperless is with party invitations. Over the past year I’ve used Paperless Post to design invitations for birthday parties, housewarmings and even our...