Design Featured Stories

	Title	Issue
	Lush blue hues that make everything part royalty We took our cues from from royal blue, a favorite color on the spring 2013 runways—from Milly to Herve Leger. Paired with complementary shades in the same color family, it's more stylish than ever. produced by Miranda Agee and Alicia Roderick photographs by Alison Gootee	March 2013
	Housewright Skip Broom renovates a home made from an 18th-century blacksmith shop Paula and Mark Archie, owner of Mark Inc., remodel their Lyme antique into a 21st-century family home loaded with character, charm and plenty of living space. by Sarah Firshein photography by David Heald	March 2013
	Michael Bagley transforms a Manhattan penthouse into a modern abode High atop New York's legendary police building, Michael Bagley of MB Designers creates an elegant living scheme that works for a busy 21st-century family. Still retaining its original brick walls, the space now acts as a casual family crash pad, complete with a grand piano for impromptu recitals. by Bianca Bufi photographs by Ariadna Bufi styled by Miriam Llorens	March 2013
	Changes come to Martha Stewart’s “Turkey Hill” How do you improve on the former home of the Western world’s queen of domestic arts? Bring in architect John Fifield of Fifield Piaker Elman for a master plan designed to expand the house yet maintain its integrity and improve its relationship to the land. by Suzanne Gannon photographs by Keith Scott Morton	March 2013
	Decorator Darren Henault enjoys the beauty of his Milbrook home both inside and out Henault and his partner Michael Bassett have created a warm, welcoming home for their two daughters and frequent weekend guests. Set in Millbrook, NY their home is surrounded by endless woods and is filled with charming equestrian themed decor throughout. photographs by Mick Hales	March 2013
	Party Animal In his new book event planner David Stark proves how to have a really good time.	March 2013
	Celerie Kemble of Kemble Interiors brings a Gothic NYC structure back to life Designer Celerie Kemble is known for her independent spirit, whimsical design sensibility, and creative panache. On a tight deadline, Kemble was able to magically transform a Manhattan apartment circa 1927 into a lush and luxurious space using all of her New York resources. by Alexa Stevenson photographs by Pieter Estersohn	March 2013
	Wow with white or white out When renovating her home, designer Gretchen Mann chose to stick with her signature style and paint all of the ceilings and walls white. The blank canvas grounds the interiors and sets the tone, proving that white is the ultimate ally. by Mindy Pantiel photography by Peter Margonelli	February 2013
	To interior designer Susan Helie, location is everything Susan Helie spent four years hunting down her dream home and once she found it, she did not even have to step inside. The gorgeous waterfront location and great bones made for the perfect choice. by Jamie Marshall photography by Warren Jagger	February 2013
	These rugs put the fun in functional From graphic prints to soft neutrals, and vibrant blues to traditional timeless pieces, we've chosen unique floor coverings that appeal to every style. produced by D.J. Carey and Ann Loynd	February 2013