Tag Archives: Kelly Wearstler

Design Lessons from The Viceroy in Santa Monica

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Sara Bliss

In terms of boutique hotel design, it is almost impossible to top the Viceroy in Santa Monica. The dramatic details, unique styling, sexy color scheme, and 1940s Hollywood inspiration showcase design star Kelly Wearstler at her best. So many great … Continue reading →

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Blair Clarke Checks Into The Avalon

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Sara Bliss

My friend Blair Clarke is a contemporary art dealer who specializes in work by emerging artists. Blair has an amazing eye for new talent and the art that she represents tends to be colorful, cheeky and very cool.  Given that … Continue reading →

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Design Inspiration from Viceroy Snowmass

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Sara Bliss

The ski lodge has gotten a seriously glam makeover with the new Viceroy Snowmass hotel in Colorado. The dramatic design by Jean-Michel Gathy is in keeping with the  hotel group’s uber-luxury properties that are favorites with the jet set crowd. … Continue reading →

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Design Lessons from Maison 140

Posted on October 12, 2010 by Sara Bliss

As soon as you walk through the red lacquered doors of Maison 140 you enter a sexy vibrant space. The c. 1939 building was once owned by silent screen star Lillian Gish and lies in the heart of Beverly Hills. … Continue reading →

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