A Bar Somewhere In Chicago.

I'm an American shows addicted. Love (almost) them all. Interesting telling stories, I always find something to learn about. But not only stories are the key to watch these shows. In general they're all set in beautiful houses, charming hotels, interactive offices and dramatic bars and restaurants.

This picture is from "The Good Wife", a show about law, attorneys and the power of telling ambiguous stories.

A moment after work, over a drink talking banalities.

Inspired By Dreams.

Aren't we all inspired by dreams?


Sometimes the simplest deco is the best way to pull together the energy we're looking for. These cartoons pinned on the wall (an habit I have since I first started to style my teenage bedroom) and the clouds hanging from the ceiling make this space so special and unique.

Space by Interlübke, Germany.

White.

White is never my first or ever choice (unless I'm looking for a shirt or a T, and in that case it's my #1), though I find this space extremely inspiring.

Shapes are enhanced, they float in space, simplicity is in place and there is a sense of welcoming, which is somehow difficult to achieve in white cubes.



Sometimes it is important to be open mind to colours and styles we don't click with as they might have what we've been looking for.

Is there any style or colour you discard just because it's not quite your cup of tea?

Space by Interlübke, Germany.

White projects to remember
Eclectic Space By Contemporary Friend
White Knitted Christmas
White Point Of View

Fluidity.

Each beautiful object is beautiful for unique reasons.

When a wall is an extension of one lamp.

When a lamp is a compliment to one wall.
Either way, when several objects flow together is when spatial harmony is achieved.

(Shot taken at Interlübke @ Milan Fair 2010)

(Interlübke @ Cologne Fair 2010)

Missoni's Blue.

Because I never get tired to look at Missoni colours and patterns. And because Missoni furniture should be on everyone's stylish list.

A perfect sofa to style a New York loft, or may be a Miami café lounge.



What's on your stylish list?

Missoni @ Milan Fair 2010.

Love Is In The Air @ The Serpentine Gallery, London.

Every summer it’s an excitement to know who’s going to design the Summer Pavilion at the Serpentine Gallery, a project I always follow very closely.
World greatest living architects are invited to present their best work to the British public for the first time.

This year French architect Jean Nouvel is the star.

"Architecture exhibitions often have little to do with the actuality of architecture, frequently focusing on display and technology rather than on the buildings themselves." - Julia Peyton-Jones

Amazing the way the material reflects light. Look at the contrast between the natural green and the man made red.

This year is all about scale and form.

Being inside the pavilion, absorbing the space, experience the light, touch the materials in indeed the right way to gain a true understanding of it.

Lovely reflection.

An exhibition for all.

Despite busy weekends, this is a nice space to enjoy a coffee with friends.

The Wall Of Love.

If you planning to visit the Pavilion don't forget to step inside the gallery. Interesting photography exhibition by Wolfgang Tillmans.

Button Down It.

There’s something extremely special about a button down sofa. I think it’s probably the most elegant sofa in this world. It suits any interior style, space and owner personality, don’t you think? It’s like a Birkin bag by Hermés or maybe a classy Jaguar - you know what I mean, I'm sure.

Lately I’ve been looking at it more carefully to find the real reason why they communicate so much with me and I think I found it: the button down gives that little detail I continuously look for in anything I see and engage with.

Magister by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava for Flexform

Hall by Rodolfo Dordoni for Driade

Andersen by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti

Monseigneur by Philippe Starck for Driade

Poltrona Frau, the one I want to have in my living room

Unknown designer for Selfridges.

Do you have a piece of furniture with which you find a special connection with?

Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Barcelona by Patricia Urquiola.

Patricia Urquiola is indeed one of my favorite designers. Her work is extremely feminine, elegant and very welcoming. Fine lines, rich fabrics and colors, her signature is always there.

Whether furniture or interiors I always feel movement in her work, as if something is communicating with me, and that is exactly what makes design and architecture outstanding.

Knowing she is trained as an architect, I wasn’t surprised with such stunning interiors for the Mandarin Oriental in Barcelona.

A space to visit.

These golden panels are a perfect example of what I call Interior Jewellery.

Simple lines and rich colors are always what I love to experience in interiors.

Asymmetric lines gives a sense of movement in this space.

Photos from Mandarin Oriental Hotel.

Klara Chair.
Patricia Urquiola to Moroso, Milan Fair 2010

Poltroncina Wave.

“Design carried out by a sure hand and with exceptional precision, is not only technically perfect, but always answers to the practical needs dictated by the reality of life. The driving forces behind this are the forms of culture, the various histories and sensibilities deposited in each of us throughout the course of time and a position of ethical meaning, even before that of aesthetics.”

Perfect marriage between forms and materials.


Poltroncina Wave Barel and Wave Box by John Hutton to Mood.

Photo from Mood.

Dragonfly by Mood.

Mood's design is quite distinct. Very elegant with a classic twist, it is a perfect choice for city apartments and hotels.

Drangonfly is a line designed by Roberto Lazzeroni. It is my favorite item, whether the armchair, sofa or bed. Isn’t it beautiful?

The richness of this Belle Époque room is perfect to enhance Dragonfly beauty.





Perfect for a foyer.




Photos from Mood website.