Viceroy New York ... an Oasis in Midtown

There's a lot of buzz around the new Viceroy Hotel that recently opened in NYC. This is a much awaited project from design duo Roman & Williams who also designed the Royalton, Ace Hotel and the Standard. Located on 57th street, this hotel offers a downtown aesthetic with uptown sophistication, paying homage to the building’s prewar architecture and glamorous neighbors. The guest rooms are particularly well laid out in terms of character and sense of space reminiscing a plane or automobile cabin whilst maintaining elegance and sophistication ... Take a look!

Going Global in Manhattan ...

Today we are touring the Manhattan home of Rebecca de Ravenel, the founder of the Goombay Bazaar, a traveling pop-up shop that sells one-of-a-kind wares from all over the world. Most of the furnishings in the apartment are vintage or passed on to Rebecca from her parents and friends.The 31 year old travels extensively, including recent trips to Turkey and India, on the hunt for inspired items and she’s managed to find time to assemble a magical place to call home.

 

Eclectic Loft in Tribeca ...

Love this eclectic loft that belongs to interior designer Deborah French ... it takes you to exotic places with its myriad of colors, textures and styles. The designer incorporates furnishings from across the globe to create a warm and welcoming space, take a look  ...Images via Deborah French Designs

Design+Drinks=Gilligan's

This pop up bar at the Soho Grand in NYC makes you feel like your are at a beach bar in the Caribbean. The vibe is super chill and relax, a must go if you haven't checked it out yet. Open from June to September, the spot features small-plates menu and tropical cocktails are served up on white painted picnic tables. Happy Summer ...