DESIGN & LIVING
Ricardo Fasanello
Ricardo Fasanello is a notable Brazilian furniture designer recognized for his unique approach that combines modern aesthetics with functionality.
Inside Ward Bennett’s New York Apartment
Bennett himself referred to the building as a “Manhattan A-frame.” The historic Dakota was constructed between 1880 and 1884 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Pierre Paulin’s Château La Coste
The Château La Coste exhibition lies within the Oscar Niemeyer Auditorium. Paulin’s designs and Niemeyer’s vision create an otherworldly experience with the buildings curvaceous forms complementing Paulin’s serpentine-like storage units and organic biomorphic sofas.
Designer Joseph D'Urso
Joseph D'Urso (1937–2002) was a prominent American interior and furniture designer known for his minimalist and functional designs that emphasized simplicity and elegance.
Architect Harry Gesner
Harry Gesner is a prominent American architect known for his innovative designs and use of unconventional materials in architecture.
Round House by architect Eddie Parker, 1962
Located in Dallas, Texas and situated on nearly half an acre, this architectural marvel is a sophisticated mix of vintage and modern elements that incorporate natural stone, wood, and glass.
Featured: Brutalist Furniture
Brutalist design is an architectural and artistic movement that emerged in the mid-20th century, characterized by its stark, rugged aesthetic and the use of raw materials.
Architect Bruce Goff
American architect Bruce Goff is known for his out-of-this-world, eclectic, modernist homes. nearly 500 of them span across the mid-west, of which only a handful remain.
Fire Island Pines Architecture
Known for its mid-century architecture, Fire Island Pines also has a unique past serving as a haven for tastemakers in the 1960s and 70s.
Warm Wood Panelled Interiors
Wood paneling brings a sense of nature indoors, with its grains, knots, and varying tones creating a visually appealing backdrop. It adds depth and texture to a room, often becoming a focal point or enhancing the overall ambiance.
The Beaton House by architect Arthur Mudry, 1965
Located in West Vancouver’s coastal forest sits The Beaton House, a rustic, ethereal pavillion styled home that is rooted on a steep cliffside.
Our Favorite Interiors by Jacques Grange
World-renowned interior designer Jacques Grange is the go-to person for elite clientele, many billionaires, art collectors and design enthusiasts.
Smalley Residence by A. Quincy Jones (1969-73)
Located in Holmby Hills rests one of A.Quincy Jones’ largest single-family homes, the Smalley Residence.
A Converted Cement Factory Turned Studio and Home of Architect Ricardo Bofill
Originally an abandoned cement factory dating back to the early 20th century, Bofill transformed it into his personal living space and architectural office in 1973.
Marzio Cecchi
Marzio Cecchi was born near Florence on March 1st, 1940. He was born into a family of designers, his mother was Giulia Carla Cecchi, famous in the world of fashion for her haute couture creations.
Kazuhide Takahama
Kazuhide Takahama was born in Miyazaki on the Japanese island of Kyushu, in 1930. He graduated from the Tokyo Institute of Technology in 1953 and went on to join the practice of architect Kazuo Fujioka.
Giancarlo Piretti
Giancarlo Piretti was born in 1940 in Bologna, Italy. He studied at the Bologna Art Academy and graduated with a degree in art education.
Gerald Summers
Gerald Summers was born in 1899 in Alexandria, Egypt. He was the youngest of six children. Summers attended Eltham College in London.