architectural digest — Milk and Honey Group

We are still basking in the glow of our Architectural Digest debut, and are looking forward to a few more ADs featuring our work around the globe and some more exciting press in store! (From our Coolidge Road project in Concord, this very sexy office space with the vintage copper desk and Alky chair by Giancarlo Piretti).

Welcome to my Handpicked by Milk and Honey Group newsletter. 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 is special. I hope you'll let me know what you think!

1] Handpicked: INTERIOR

Another stunner from down under! I saw this first image from Tamsin Johnson and was completely obsessed. The architectural details on the posts! The sculptural chairs! I am always interested in Australian designers - they seem to capture my goals for interiors so beautifully. A focus on architecture, bold and interesting furniture and minimal styling. As a theme, I love that they usually pick one "wow" moment in each of their spaces.

There is always something a little nutty and unexpected too in these designers (look at that chair for example). What do you think?

2) Handpicked: REAL ESTATE

I have had my eye on this house in Belmont for a few weeks now. Built in 1808 it's perched on a hill and needs a LOT of updates. But it has a ton of space and lots of beautiful historic details - gorgeous floors and beautiful exposed beams.

The kitchens and baths seem confused, but there's so much potential, and steps to Belmont center. Could this be your next house?

3) Handpicked: STYLE

I intended to do a whole feature on East Africa following my epic journeys in December and January, but time has gotten away from me. I am obsessed with Hamaji Studio, which offers ethical fashion made in Kenya. I have ordered two pieces already from them and they're pristinely made with beautiful pearl buttons and impeccable tailoring. Hamaji means "nomad" and the bohemian vibe comes through in all their designs.

Ethical fashion that supports indigenous makers and is stunning - you can't ask for more.

That's all from our team this week - can't wait until next week!

X Isabella

Isabella Califano Ehrlich - Designer and GC
Milk and Honey Group

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Welcome to my Handpicked by Milk and Honey Group newsletter. For new subscribers, in this weekly newsletter, I share my top picks for the week - trends or particularly noteworthy designs. Each week I share an interior, a real estate listing, and a style item that I think is special. I hope you'll let me know what you think!

!!PRESS ALERT!!

Before I get into this week's picks, we are so beyond grateful to have one of our recent projects in Concord be picked up by multiple publications. Our first showing is in Architectural Digest Poland - just select English in your browser from the pop-up - and we could not be more honored to be included. This house and homeowner were so special since we really pushed the design - including many curated vintage furniture pieces. We would love to know what you think!

Photos: Ari Kellerman

We are very grateful to our press agent in Paris for this incredible opportunity!

1] Handpicked: INTERIOR

We are working on a project currently where the client is NOT afraid of color and pattern, which is insanely fun! So, because I am IN HER HEAD right now, I had to feature Laura Stephens, from the UK. Her work is bold and risk-taking, but still feels refined and restrained. Laura highlights the architecture of her spaces with bold colors, and throws in texture with paneling or moulding details. I particularly love her signature "foyer table" which seems to be a custom narrow shelf in each of her homes (take a peek!).

I love that this creative use of color really highlights the architecture and makes an older home feel modern. What do you think?

2) Handpicked: REAL ESTATE

This house had me on the porch. The plaster work (I think it's plaster - hard to tell)! The incredible balusters! The gorgeous double-entry door! In Newton Highlands on a huge lot, this house is just waiting to be refreshed. The kitchen is a hot, hot mess and clearly needs to be rethought structurally as it was jammed into an odd corner. But the original details throughout and the charming carriage house!

Look at the original light fixtures, fretwork, and beadboard in this space! Who's ready?

3) Handpicked: STYLE

Continuing my British theme with design, I found Navy Grey this winter. I am always on the hunt for the perfect slouchy sweater and Navy Grey has more than a few that I adore. I also this year have embraced the sweater VEST, since I am often cold but don't like a bulky sweater under my enormous winter North Face puffer.