Some of the most memorable rooms in a home aren't always the largest or the most formal. Sometimes they're the spaces we use every day - the rooms that functionally support our routines.

This laundry room in Tarrytown, NY is a perfect example.

There is a moment in every project where you have to decide whether to play it safe or take a risk. In this Briarcliff Manor kitchen, that moment came down to two oversized pendant lights and one bold question. Could pink actually work here?

This project in Southampton is exactly the kind of home I love most. A family with young kids who are in and out of the swimming pool all summer long, sandy feet on the floors, wet bathing suits, weekend guests piling in for long lazy afternoons. This home needed to be beautiful and it needed to be real. Those two things are not mutually exclusive, and this project is proof.

Mahjong rooms have become one of my favorite spaces to design. It is not just about creating a pretty room, it is about creating a room that feels just as good on a quiet Tuesday afternoon as it does mid game with snacks out and tiles clicking.

Some kitchens just need a refresh. And some kitchens need to be completely rethought from the ground up.

This one in Briarcliff Manor, NY was the latter.

When this family came to us, they had just moved into a brand new townhouse at Edge on Hudson in Sleepy Hollow, New York. The development is beautiful, the location is spectacular, and the bones were solid. But like most newly built homes, it looked exactly like every other unit in the development. Builder-grade finishes. Predictable fixtures. No personality.

That is where we came in.

One of the questions I get asked most often is how I decide on wainscoting height and wallpaper patterns, and how I know when they work together. The honest answer is that I rarely decide at my desk. I decide on site, with samples in hand and a pencil on the wall. Here is how I think through these decisions, and what you can see in four rooms from one of my favorite recent projects.

Some rooms start with a floor plan. Some start with a client's wish list. And some — the most fun ones — start with a wallpaper. This sitting room in Sleepy Hollow, New York started with Brunschwig and Fils Les Touches, and I committed to it completely.

I was recently quoted in Homes & Gardens for their piece, "What Trends Are Interior Designers Already Sick of Seeing In 2026?" — and I have to say, I meant every word.

Every great outdoor space starts with a chair. Not the rug, not the planters, not the string lights — although all of those matter — but the chair. This spring I was asked to share my picks for the best patio chairs as part of a story in New York Magazine's Strategist, and I found myself thinking hard about what really makes an outdoor chair earn its spot.

This trip to France is a gift — to myself, to my family, and most of all to my mom, who is turning 80 this year. She wants to ride horses through the countryside, take long self-guided walks through villages she has always dreamed of visiting, and do a little shopping. We are going to do exactly that, and I could not be more excited to celebrate her this way.

For many young families leaving New York City, Westchester offers something incredibly appealing: more space, access to nature, and the opportunity to create a home that truly supports daily life.

If you’re moving to Westchester or updating your home, here’s how to think about design in a way that reflects both lifestyle and longevity.

A recent Wall Street Journal article highlighted something we see often in our work. In an effort to manage rising costs, developers are simplifying finishes. Cabinets are lighter, countertops thinner, details more minimal, and in many cases, the spaces feel just a bit unfinished.

While that can feel disappointing at first, we see it differently - it’s an opportunity.

One of the easiest ways to understand how a room comes together is to think about how you get dressed.

A great outfit is never just one thing. It’s a combination of structure, texture, and a few thoughtful statements that make it feel personal and complete. The same is true in interior design.

This past couple weeks, I stepped away from projects, drawings, and client meetings and headed to Colorado with my family. What I didn’t expect was just how much the experience would reinforce the way I think about designing homes.

I’ve designed for families with kids and pets for years. I talk often about livability, durability, and real life. But there is something about living with a puppy in real time—mid-accident, paper towels in hand—that gives you a whole new level of empathy.

At this point in winter, I don’t need to explain why I’m counting down the days to Palm Beach. The gray skies, heavy coats, and short days start to wear on me this time of year, and I find myself craving warmth, color, and that unmistakable feeling of ease that comes with being somewhere sun-drenched. Palm Beach feels like exactly the reset I need.

When clients ask what truly elevates a home from beautiful to exceptional, my answer is always the same: the details. Custom materials—especially tile—have the power to transform a space, but only when they’re designed and installed with intention.

As a designer, ski lodges hit all of my senses. And this winter, staying at Urban Cowboy Lodge, I felt that familiar spark—the one that reminds me why certain spaces feel timeless, comforting, and quietly magical.

As the temperature dips and the days shorten, layering becomes an art form—not only in your wardrobe but throughout your home. The best spaces (and outfits) for fall and winter feel collected, textured, and intentional.

Layering effectively is about adding depth and warmth without creating clutter or chaos. Here’s how to do it well.