KINDEL: Dorothy Draper Collection

I'm very excited that the firm MP Interiors, just north of tony Naples, Fla. - is now representing  Kindel - including the fabulous Dorothy Draper collection! 

Here are some of my favorite pieces from the line.  Please visit us soon to see them in person!
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HIGHLAND HOUSE at MP Interiors

"Augusta" armchair, Highland House, at MP Interiors, Miromar Design Center, Estero, FL

Loving this "Augusta" model by Highland House- 27" wide, 30.5" deep, and 38.5" high- model number is 1293- and it requires 4-1/2 yards COM or use a lovely HH fabric such as we show here, in suite 302...read more about the Augusta here!  DF ***** (MP Int. tel 239-498-9074)

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Recalling the Anglo Indian Rage, Robert Lighton

Robert Lighton, New York

My dear friend, Tice, often spoke of Robert Lighton - which back in the gilded 1980's we called "RobertLightonBritishKhaki..." The Anglo Indian style was all the rage in early 80's New York.  And I do believe, it's come back in a big way.  (if it ever left us at all) - click here to see the full RL website and his ongoing HUGE 50% SALE prices! 
My darling friend, Julie Britt, a former stylist for Harper's Bazaar, sleeps in a silver-leafed bed by Robert, when she is residing at her pied a terre in NYC...Fabulous!  Beyond!  Enjoy!  DF *****

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Morning Light, Early November

My new slipper chairs from Linda, Calling It Home, fabric is Robert Allen

Even though I don't shoot film anymore, I still get a kick out of using my phone for images with instant gratification...and I'm still crazy for these ultra-chic chairs that my new friend Linda gave me recently.  They're now flanking my early 20th century (circa 1915) chesterfield in newer buttery caramel colored leather.  I caught the beautiful early morning light and wanted to share it with you.



My Albert Hadley low table, with red lacquer tray

Love this image, the small bohemian glass vases were another gift, from dear friend Roberta.  Billy bought the small Imari bowl for me in a shop in Key West, that had moved down from Greenwich Village. 
As I enjoy my morning coffee here, I think of all the wonderful memories of dear Albert, and when he gave me this table while on his way to the trash bin to throw it out.  It was lacquered in a khaki-bamboo gold color and I simply brushed it with a gloss black paint.  Black accents with taupe walls and beige carpet is a smart combination, and gives a nice masculine atmosphere to my small flat here in Naples on the gulf.  Enjoy!  DF ***** 

DFID (c) 2015

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Mark D. Sikes

Mark D. Sikes Interior Design

Loving this cool blues image from Los Angeles tastemaker, Mark Sikes.  A similar bed is available through MP Interiors, Naples, Florida...MP also represents De Gournay chinoiserie style wall papers....for your total interior design requirements. 
Mark also recently completed an interior design project "Up in the Villa" for the Kips Bay decorator show house, in New York.  Kudos to Mark !  DF *****

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What's Hot Now: Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon

Chiang Mai Dragon, Aquamarine, F Schumacher

This charming and highly decorative design, by F. Schumacher, reminds me of when, years ago, I worked as an assistant to the Washington DC decorator, Bob Waldron~ Mr. Waldron sent me on an errand to the Japanese Embassy (It may have been the ambassador's residence) and I saw the most amazing gardens there.

Beautiful Marine Linard, MP Interiors

Above, my wonderful and talented friend and co-worker, Marine Linard, and her new wing chairs in the Chiang Mai Dragon...she paired these chairs with a lemon yellow settee, and I can't wait to see them in situ .  If you haven't done so recently, please visit the newly updated Schumacher site here and enjoy!  DF *****

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Corner the Market

Dean Farris Interior Design , DFID

I've always loved the idea of having an angled arrangement in a corner~for the past year or so, I'd had the small settee placed at a right angle to the chesterfield, after some Spring cleaning, I decided to try this corner arrangement, and like it very much!

DFID

Looking forward to giving a second go-round of the seminar I gave last September, entitled "Florida Luxury, The Pampered Guest"with my colleague, Ruth Condit, tomorrow, 11:00 am, at The Miromar Design Center, main atrium!  Enjoy!  DF ***** 

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New line: OOMPH !!!

From the Oomph site, now available at MP Interiors

Super excited to see this new line, OOMPH, here at MP Interiors, Miromar Design Center!
Please visit our third floor showrooms for more information~
Enjoy!  DF *****

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Todd Romano for Schumacher !

Todd Alexander Romano for Schumacher

What's red, white and blue, and read all over? Todd Alexander Romano for F. Schumacher ~ that's what!
Here's to all of our proud, strong, and brave veterans! 

  

Todd Romano

Congratulations to dear Todd, who also worked under Mario Buatta and the late Parkin Saunders, just as I once did!

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More Aerin at MP Interiors!

Aerin Lauder, ELLE

The Pine Desk, Bleecker table lamp, Fenimor Chair

The White Cocktail Table

Luncheon chez Aerin, Southampton

Heather Ceiling Light

Bridle mirror, Wainscott Nesting Tables, Broome Sofa, Joseph Chairs,  

AERIN - ! We just received some more of our shipment of AERIN lighting, upholstery, occasional furniture, and accessories!  What a stunning lifestyle collection Aerin Lauder has created.  Please visit our suite 348, Miromar Design Center (MP INTERIORS, formerly Webster and Company)   We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 to 5:30 to the trade and the public.  Enjoy!  DF *****

More May 2014 Inspirations!

Ralph Lauren Home at MP Interiors

Carleton Varney fabrics, MP Interiors

RM Coco at MPI

RM Coco at MPI

Picnic at Versailles, Miromar Design Center

West Indies Home, Naples

Bleu Provence, Naples

Bleu Provence, Naples

Enjoy! DF ***** 

A Decorative Thanksgiving!

William (Billy) turned the chair out!

One of the great pleasures of my long career in decorating and design has been showing others, as I have been shown, what makes me inspired- and the intangible gratification one experiences in doing so.  Billy has become like my own Libby Cameron, whom Albert fondly referred to as "his monster" meaning he created another decorator with a feverish talent.  Billy had the audacity to ask if he could "critique" my new room- which of course I love- and so he suggested a very minor and simple change- just moving one chair further back- which I then turned away towards the small settee- shown above- minor but MAJOR! I love it!  Tice Alexander once did the same thing, in my East 66th street flat, he just started shoving my furniture around- and of course it was so much more interesting when he left- I was simply thrilled and mesmerized!  As private jets come in for the landing every five minutes (I'm in the flight path) Billy prepares to fly off via private jet (known as a "P-J" to certain trophy wives) to the Bahamas- while dear Mary and I will dine at fabulous Ridgeway's- here in gorgeous Naples (see earlier posts on Ridgeway's).

Billy in a relaxed pose

 I took this shot of my talented protege' relaxing on the cognac leather chesterfield, and I love how he tucked his legs up just like Sister Parish always did while sipping vodka laced with clamato juice...and doesn't that little "baroque" table look great sitting on the new ikat printed jute rug? I think so.  Everybody, have a great Thanksgiving wherever you are- even if it's not a holiday you might normally celebrate- Enjoy!  Cheers!  DF *****

Southern California Dreamin

Courtesy Naples Daily News, interior by Dean Farris

When I left New York, fifteen years ago, I had every intention of relocating to Los Angeles. Naples beckoned, and here I am! One of my dear clients, who is also a friend, had for years a place in Rancho Mirage, and he often shopped at Kreiss Collection for furnishings. Here, I used his existing Kreiss bed in his Naples pied a terre master bedroom, to great effect. The vaulted ceiling and mirrored wall amplify the small space - while deep gold walls soothe the hot Florida climate, providing a much needed respite from the heat. Look for these fine furnishings at Kreiss, here in Naples, at the Mercato. (91st Street North at Tamiami Trail North, just north of Vanderbilt Beach Road) . Enjoy the upcoming Summer weekend! DF *****