My dad is turning 70 this month. To celebrate, my family is planning a Latin-inspired party, drawing inspiration from our Venezuelan roots. We’re working with a great caterer, the lovely Annie Campbell, to create an evening with a nod to South America including menu items like arepas and tequenos, subtle tropical decor and lots of latin music. sources: […] Read More…
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It’s a great time to count my blessings and since I love to cook (and eat) it really doesn’t get much better for me. Most years we spend Thanksgiving at my sister-in-law’s house but this year my mom wants to host. She’s a great cook which means I’ll probably be […] Read More…
Austin
A recent girls weekend in Austin has me considering some Western-inspired furniture and accessories. I can’t call myself a country girl, but I can appreciate these design details (and some authentic queso). Sources: Blankets, Pillows, Necklace, Boots, Mezcal Sipper, Restaurant Guide, Barstool, Hotel San Jose, Landscape Read More…
Blink Bar
Recently we were hired to design retail space for BlinkBar, an eye-lash extension salon in Santa Monica, CA. We created a feminine and industrial space with a color palette of pale pink, greys and neutrals. For texture we added a brick wall (it’s actually a wall-covering that looks like real bricks), polished concrete floors and black and […] Read More…
Kitchen Island
We’ve started working on a new project and I’m deep in phase one of the kitchen design. I’m thinking of incorporating one of these moveable islands I’ve come across recently. I love the flexibility they provide and their small footprint works in kitchens that are space-challenged. As an added bonus: these wood surfaces are low […] Read More…