ATH Interiors Project Featured on House of Turquoise Blog

Upper East Side apartment I decorated featured on House of Turquoise blog.

At the Design Blogger's Conference in L.A. last week, I had the pleasure of meeting Erin Olson, creator and author of House of Turquoise.  House of Turquoise features interiors with color palates in turquoise and all shades of blue-greens.  I have been following Erin for some time and it was fun to meet her in person!  Check out Erin's post on an apartment I decorated on Manhattan's Upper East Side: http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2012/03/allison-hennessy-interior-design.html  Thank you, Erin!

Shopping La Cienega: L.A.'s Design Quarter



Todd Romano's New York showroom has long been a designer favorite.  In 2010 Romano launched his LA outpost which is full of statement furniture, art and unique accessories.

Every time I visit L.A., I can’t wait to hit La Cienega. This sunny street of antique dealers, workshops, and showrooms is full of unique finds for my clients back East. Many of the shops have courtyards in the front or gardens in the back, which is a fun contrast to Manhattan shopping. La Cienega has too many sources to mention but here are a few highlights not to be missed!
 

Antiques From Lief Furnish Vogue Photo Shoot With Natalie Portman

Click the photo above to view the "Vogue Diaries" video of Vogue's cover shoot with Natalie Portman for the January 2011 issue.  The set is furnished with Gustavian antiques from Lief in Los Angeles.

Get Instant Patina with Architectural Elements from Compas



I am crazy about this antique bathtub!  The large marble slabs show
off the pretty veining and natural color variation of the stone. 
The simple tapered shape makes for an elegant profile.

One of the best ways to give a new house character and soul is to incorporate antique furniture, lighting and salvaged architectural materials whenever possible.  On a recent trip to Los Angeles, I was impressed by Compas, an exquisite source for custom cast bath fittings, reclaimed architectural elements, antique tiles and stone floors.