Care of Fittings
The expectation is that the original lustrous finish on beautifully crafted fittings will last at least 20 years. This is essentially true unless the finish meets with some calamity such as an ammonia...
View ArticleBooks: The Classicist
Many of you know that I am on the Board of Directors of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art. The national headquarters is located in New York and the organization supports 15 local...
View ArticlePersonalize Your Bath: 1
Only when you add your personal touch to a bath does it take on personality and reflect individual style and taste. The display of family pictures and art in this particular picture is a great example....
View ArticleLots of Tile
I love this casual kitchen by Steven Sclaroff in the April issue of House Beautiful. It is a “right” size (one of my trends for 2012), informal, working kitchen. And, it is practical in every sense;...
View ArticleBack to Brass by Sarah Watson
This week, guest blogger Sarah Watson shares an interesting post on the resurgence of brass. Let us know your thoughts and feel free to share your own finds! -Barbara Brass finishes seem to be popping...
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The Bath: Towels
You would think it would be easy to select towels for the bath from the countless options available. But, it is not. I thought I would share my favorites and why they work for me. My thoughts might...
View ArticleDering Hall
I have been searching for a large mirror for my sitting/dressing room for too long. I decided it needed to have a gold leaf frame with a lovely worn finish, perhaps a little decoration and, of course,...
View ArticleFriday Post: Modern Bathtub
It seems that we see more traditional baths published than modern ones. I was very pleased to see an example of the Waterworks modern .25 tub in AtHome magazine recently. This particular house has...
View ArticleA Clean Sweep
It is spring, at last. The season always inspires me to check my medicine cabinet and towel storage for all the detritus that has accumulated since my last overhaul. The rule of thumb is that makeup,...
View ArticleStone: Perfect for Every Room
I simply love stone. From counters in the kitchen to fireplaces in the living room, stone is the perfect material for nearly every room of the house. Its beauty lies in its variation and imperfections,...
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