by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Oct 6, 2023 | Interior details
Lattice is an ubiquitous design detail in Palm Beach, but it also adds interest in various locales even ones that aren’t warm and sunny. Lattice is perfectly suited for warm climates. John Stefanidis comfortably uses the material in his Greek projects. See his...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Jan 10, 2022 | Inspiring design
After two years of disruptions hopefully 2022 will turn around, but in case it takes some time here is a little of just pretty. Because 2021 was such a terrible year, I felt just pretty was needed to start this new one. Most images were chosen in honor of my mother...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Feb 14, 2020 | Color inspiration
When looking to make a dramatic statement in a home the inclusion of ravishing red can lead to ravishing results. Certain designers come to mind when thinking of red interiors. They love the color and use it fearlessly. Their rooms are unforgettable consequently...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Dec 9, 2019 | Books
Publications are the one gift that I consistently give throughout the year but especially at Christmas. I use the word publications because some of the current magazines are more like design books. Cabana, Cherry Bombe, and the gentlewoman to name a few are biannual...
by Mary Margaret Vasquez | Sep 18, 2019 | Flowers
Flowers seem to be inspiring creatives more than usual as of late. Floral fabrics came back into vogue full force. Lisa Fine, Carolina Irving, Flora Soames, Carolyn Quartermaine and others use them as a basis for their designs. This local Orlando tree grows...