One thinks of a summer cottage in mostly quaint terms—a place of some modesty, wrapped in quiet, with a nice view. But in Newport, Rhode Island, once dubbed “The Eden of America” for its postcard locale, the “summer cottage” produces a far more elaborate picture of early American progress as seen through some of the country’s most celebrated mansions.
Merritt’s painstakingly detailed product has earned the devotion of some of the world’s leading interior designers and architects. The company has worked on a wide range of projects, including a modern beach house in Malibu designed by Richard Meier and Christian Liaigre; a Manhattan penthouse designed by Robert A.M. Stern and Nathalie Droulers; and a massive traditional residence in East Hampton designed by Hart Howerton and Bunny Williams. Although wood is a more orthodox material, it is not outmoded, and thus suitable for any interior style. Wood has sensibilities of strength, but is poetic in a most contemporary sense. “People have worked with wood, crafted things of necessity as well as luxury, since the beginning of civilization,” says Michael.
Now in its fifth year, the WestEdge Design Fair in Santa Monica is, much like the design scene in Los Angeles itself, expansive and exciting—a bastion of what’s new and what’s next. For the Oct. 19-22 design extravaganza, this means more than 150 exhibitors, visited by throngs of design enthusiasts, during a weekend of inspired events.
Meet Lindsay Pennington, the interior designer seamlessly blending Southern charm with contemporary allure in California. Her journey from law to design reflects her unwavering passion. Founded in 2013, Lindsay Pennington Inc. creates classic, cozy spaces with a modern touch, embracing luxury and functionality.
Christine Markatos Lowe, a Santa Monica-based designer whose background in studio art and sculpting has elevated her work to the realm of true artistry. Her style, rooted in a rich spectrum of colors, dances from whisper-soft to vividly saturated, adding depth and allure to her designs.
This September, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art presents its forthcoming exhibit, Found in Translation: Design in California and Mexico, 1915-1985 as part of the Getty’s Pacific Time Standard Time: LA/LA.
Renowned artist Georgia O’Keeffe, celebrated for her imaginative abstractions, lived a life that was itself a work of art. She meticulously engineered every aspect, from her art to her wardrobe, and especially, her home.
Saddlerock Gardens, a sustainable oasis at Malibu’s expansive Saddlerock Ranch, was born from the vision of Shane Semler, son of the ranch’s founder, Ronald Semler. Starting with 300 acres in 1978, Saddlerock Ranch has grown into a multifaceted operation, and Saddlerock Gardens represents a commitment to ethical, organic farming.
Raised among artisans in a creative community in coastal Maine, Caroline Cecil learned to paint from her grandmother, and it’s been bold strokes ever since. “Looking back, it’s clear to me that textiles was always my calling,”