Long Island Style: July 2012

26 July, 2012

Bucket List To Do

Visiting Edith Wharton's home in the Berkshires of Lenox, MA has long been on my bucket list. As a lover of literature and design, The Mount is the perfect place for me. Until I get there, I will enjoy this tantalizing book written by Richard Guy Wilson, Commonwealth Professor of Architectural History at the University of Virginia. Wilson, along with photographer John Arthur, "does a masterful job of showing how from 1902 until 1911 Wharton lived, wrote, and entertained a sparkling roster of visitors at The Mount. See Rebecca Christian's piece about the new title at Traditional Home. Wharton wrote not only the novellas that we've come to love, but also spent a great deal of time writing about decorating, travel, and gardening -- my kind of woman! Wilson's book release date is September 4th and can be pre-ordered here. Enjoy!

Edith Wharton's other titles about Architecture, Decoration, Design & Travel

The Decoration of Houses (1897, co-authored with Ogden Codman, Jr.)
The Cruise of the Vanadis (written in 1888, posthumously published in 1991)
Italian Backgrounds (1905)
Italian Villas and Their Gardens (1904)
French Ways and Their Meaning (1919)
A Motor-Flight Through France (1908)
Edith Wharton's Travel Writing: The Making of a Connoisseur (1997)
Edited by Sarah Bird Wright

Original 1904 Edition Image

Original 1919 Edition Image

Original 1897 Edition Image

25 July, 2012

Agate Everywhere!

I haven't attended this summer's NYIGF yet (runs August 18-22), but I'm sure I'll see a lot of agate! While I've seen it being used on counter tops and for larger pieces of furnishings and structural accents (such as fireplace surrounds) in the last year; I feel as if it's popping up everywhere on everything from artwork to lighting and other accessories! It reminds me of the classic bookends I'd give my dad on Father's Day way back when. Enjoy!

Uncommon Goods Photo Frames

Viva Terra Agate Plates and Coasters

Emporium Eclipse Agate Chandelier

Matching Sconce

Things That Inspire Framed Agates

Willy Daro Bronze Agate Lamp Circa 1970s

Oprah List Bookends

Aimee's Rock Works Coasters from Etsy

Concetto Blue Agate Slab from Caesarstone

Taylor LLorente Bronze Agate Tables

Brenda Houston Agate Root Table

Agate Bookends from West Elm

Agate Phone Case

Dkor Interiors Blue Agate Walls

Brenda Houston Agate Accessories

15 July, 2012

Long Island Modernism

Another wonderful addition to my library that I'm eagerly awaiting is Long Island Modernism by Caroline Zaleski. Being a huge architecture buff, I can't wait to read how from 1930-1980 Long Island was "fertile ground for daring architecture" and highlighting the "work of a roster of twenty-five internationally renowned architects." And, with over 300 archival photographs, sure to be a feast for the eyes! Due out August 30, you can pre-order from here -- Enjoy!

11 July, 2012

Flowers by Carolyne Roehm

Can't wait for Carolyne Roehm's newest title to be released on November 6th. Ms. Roehm is an endless source of inspiration for me in all my entertaining endeavors! Hooray! Enjoy!

Amazon Pre-Order Link

Meant to Live British

I can never seem to escape my local pharmacy without grabbing the most recent British Homes & Gardens. It gives me such joy to read, and provides me with splendid fantasies as to how I'd live if I won the elusive lottery and finally bought that quaint Cotswold stone cottage with the beautiful rambling rose filled, pea gravel garden. This month was especially enticing as they were highlighting the 'Best of British' - what's not to love? From the opening images of bespoke kitchens (I just love their use of the word 'bespoke' at every turn) to the final pages of advertisements for orangeries and conservatories; it makes me happy.
Sir John Soane, Robert Adam, Nancy Lancaster, Chatsworth, ancient limestone, flagstone, collected pieces - it all makes me smile. Nina Campbell; who had the honor of working with John Fowler, said it best when asked to describe British style. She replied: "British style is about longevity and it is about comfort....a well-designed room should not shout at you when you enter - it is about creating a place for good conversation and relaxation." As Britain's oldest decorating magazine, launched in 1919, Homes & Gardens is very familiar with longevity. Here are a few of the wonderfully British things in this months edition that I covet. You really should pick up a copy as there are so many images of lavish gardens & comfy homes, I can't possibly scan/copy them all! Enjoy!

Vale Garden Houses

www.valegardenhouses.com

Cavendish Stone

www.cavendishstone.com

Chelsea Summerhouses

www.chelseasummerhouses.co.uk

Bespoke Lighting

www.limehouselighting.com

Martin Moore & Company kitchens - simplicity and function at its finest. These kitchens and floors are to die for! Martin Moore also does stone fireplaces and fire baskets. But, that is a posting completely on its own and for Chesneys!

www.martinmoore.com

www.martinmoorestone.com