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From Mark's Desk
You know what they say “April Showers bring May Flowers”... I am so inspired right now by Spring and the colors of May flowers — corals, pale pinks, lemon yellows, leaf greens, and soft lilacs. More than ever in this season of newness, growth and life, color is paramount. I often turn to this beautiful palette and the classic sensibilities of this season when I am designing. Right now, “On my Desk” are soft pastels, casual floral prints, antique botanicals, and treillage details. I am also turning to English countryside homes and their gardens for inspiration. I am getting ready for Spring and I am getting my clients ready too. Everything will be beautiful.
BEAUTIFUL THINGS
MDS FOR SOANE
Any project that has Soane pieces throughout is bound to be beautiful. I am so excited about our Rattan (Lily) Collection with Soane— it is such a joy to collaborate with a brands you truly love.
MDS FOR SCHUMACHER
Hand-printed on a subdued linen ground, Palisades Floret is a versatile, small-scale floral design that layers beautifully with other patterns. I love to mix & match, pattern on pattern from the rest of my collection with Schumacher to create a layered look.
MDS FOR HUDSON VALLEY
Simple & easy…the Painted No. 1 pendant is available in four beautiful colors: Off White, Bird Blue, Leaf Green and Darkest Blue. These classic colors with brass accents have a timeless appeal, each giving this light a different feel that works in a multitude of interiors, from a traditional farmhouse to a more modern home.
BEAUTIFUL BOOKS
I am so excited to let you all know the 5th reprint of More Beautiful is due in June. More than ever we need beauty. I always say "beauty will save the day" and more importantly "beauty is everywhere". More Beautiful is chock full of new interiors, and divided into chapters by style. My first book, Beautiful, is also, of course still available to purchase as well.
CELEBRATE
BEVERLY HILLS TOPIARY
@beverlyhillstopiary
My "go-to" source for beautifully manicured myrtle topiaries in Los Angeles. They bring so much joy to our terrace!
GRACIE
@graciestudio
One of my two favorites! Their hand-painted wall-coverings are exquisite! For my master bedroom, I had to have Gracie wallpaper on the walls...I have always wanted to sleep surrounded by Gracie.
ORNIS GALLERY
@ornisgallery
Lawrence at Ornis Gallery is the best! I always look forward to seeing him and his beautiful collections. From the exotic to the most ethereal, the colors and subjects are perfect for any project.
DE GOURNAY
@degournay
And my other favorite! Whether I'm creating a Chinoiserie room or a jewel box of a powder room, de Gournay is always on my list!
SOANE BRITAIN
@soanebritain
Lulu and the whole team at Soane are a delight to work with and always a favorite when searching for beautiful rattan, lighting or furniture.
LEE JOFA
@leejofa
I’ve always loved the range of fabrics Lee Jofa offers, from their classic subtle patterns and stripes to their beautiful florals, they always seem to find their way in, when I’m scheming a project.
