It’s that time of the year again; Holidays are upon us. Thanksgiving always brings a moment of reflection for what’s transpired over the past year. And this year, there is lots to be thankful for. We are grateful for our continued collaborations with architects, contractors and consultants alike. Our working relationships continue to grow stronger each year, which keeps the design process both engaging and fun. We appreciate our vendors for all their sales support. We thank our craftsmen for their skilled excellence and sticking to our crazy deadlines. Pulling together these complicated projects truly takes a village, and we wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who helps make it all happen.
Most of all we want to thank our Clients. Without your patronage and trust in our creative process, none of this would be possible.
home for a home
This year, like in years past, we are honored to participate in Home for a Home. As we have the great fortune of working on unique properties throughout the country, it feels appropriate to be able to help provide a home to those in need. This year we have sponsored the full construction of a home to a family in Guatemala that would otherwise be without shelter. Small contributions can make a big impact and it feels great to be able to contribute in a meaningful way to those in need.
*Click here to learn more about Home for a Home*
Holiday gifting guide
As this is the season of giving we polled the team for their tips and highlights for navigating gift giving this year. Below are the highlights...
“I love combing small boutiques at the holidays for unique and beautiful gifts for loved ones. My current crush is a small shop in my new home of Sarasota, Florida called Pansy Bayou.
One of their colorful trays will be a lux host gift filled with gourmet treats or just on its own. And these playing cards will make a great stocking stuffer or covetable white-elephant gift.” - Carleigh
“I always try to give things that we might not always get for ourselves, but once we have it, we can't live without it. My current go-to is a washable silk sleep mask and pillowcase set. The mask is amazing for anyone who travels (especially the ladies), and silk pillowcases add a touch of luxury to the bed while giving back to your hair and skin. Never underestimate the power of sleeping in luxury!” - Cailen
“My family is very food oriented, so I usually choose gifts that are food and/or wine related. I like to give something that is a bit special, something that the receiver wouldn't necessarily purchase for themselves. I really like the Veuve Clicquot champagne in the orange ice jacket, it's festive and always well received.
Another smaller go-to gift is a spice or condiment in a lovely container, such as Noirmoutier Sea Salt in a ceramic jar, or an aged balsamic vinegar - a usable gift that looks great in the kitchen!” - Gwen
“My go to gift for the holidays is usually food. It is something everyone can appreciate and there are tons of sweet or savory ways to personalize it.
One of my favorite stores is Sugarfina, their gummy bears are made with Dom Periognon vintage champagne and I find them to be such a fun little gift. Sometimes I'll pair this with dark chocolate, or a mug with a set of pumpkin spice latte or hot cocoa.” - Nico
“Holidays season is about bringing people together. Family and friends alike - it's a time where we celebrate in intimate gatherings around a shared meal. As such, I often give gifts around serving and entertaining. Lucky for me Heath Ceramics has its factory and outlet just steps from our office. Here I can easily pick up a serving bowl, table linens, etc. for the perfect gift.
This year I am running with the napkin theme. I find people rarely treat themselves to a nice new set of table linens. With so many colors and patterns to choose from, napkins are an easy way to personalize a gift based on the recipient's taste or style. They are also easy to wrap, pack and ship.” - Brad
“10 years ago I stumbled on this artisanal chocolate shop down the street from my apartment in San Francisco. Some were beautifully adorned with a geometric design, while others were enveloped in a chocolate marbling that resembled gemstones. Every weekend we would stroll to the corner shop, grab an assortment of flavors, and sip hot cocoa as we try to guess the flavors. My favorite is Bourbon. Every Holiday Season I stock up on these precious assorted little gems and send them to those nearest and dearest so they can guess the flavors too.” - Kyle