This was a whirlwind week! So much was happening at all my projects after our team's time off the week before. A maelstrom of moving parts, but so much inspiration and progress. If you aren't following already, definitely check out my Instagram for daily updates on renovations and installations. It really highlights our process behind the scenes and how many elements are involved in making a house a home.
For new subscribers, in this weekly newsletter I share my top picks for the week - trends or particularly noteworthy design. Each week I share an interior, a real estate listing and a style item that I think are special. I hope you'll let me know what you think!
1] Handpicked: INTERIOR
I have loved Gil Shafer Architecture for a long time. While his aesthetic is firmly grounded in classical architecture, there are so many comfortable and cozy elements in his work that balance out the more formal and traditional notes. One home that I frequently come back to (and this is no surprise as it is in California), is a house he designed in Mill Valley.
I love that it feels like a classic New England home, but has all the wonderful California elements that I like to incorporate into my designs - particularly elements that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor like Dutch doors, oversized windows and porches.
2) Handpicked: REAL ESTATE
This week saw an explosion of listings - historic, Mid-Century, etc. - in the areas that we work in. It was really hard to pick just one and I'm hoping some will last through the week so that I get to feature them in the next newsletter. However this gem in Cambridge really caught my eye.
It's in the heart of Cambridge on a corner lot and is surrounded by lots of dreamy trees and even picket fences. It's currently a two-family (which is very common in Cambridge) and could easily be converted to a single family for 4000 square feet of living space. Or, renovate it as a two family and rent out one side to make it more affordable. Cambridge real estate clocks in at at least $1000/sq foot, so this is also a great value (I know, I know... but just go with it).
There are lots of sweet original architectural details that can be enhanced, and a spectacular location - suburban living in the city! Who's in?
3) Handpicked: STYLE
I had to share one spectacular find from my trip to Paris, Rianna and Nina. The collection is not... inexpensive, but boy is it stunning. I'm a huge fan of the muu-muu or caftan as a statement dress, and I fell in love with this one. I adore the globally inspired colors, patterns and fabrications, combined with the structure and drape of tailored clothing.
An investment for sure, but talk about WOW. And, the blouses and jackets could easily elevate simple tees and black trousers, or your favorite jeans.
That's all from our team this week - can't wait until next week!