Apartment Borrowing

My dear friend Kathleen recently escaped Brooklyn for a little Spanish getaway, and was kind enough to lend me her and bed and lovely apartment while she was gone. She even threw in her roommate Avi, who perfectly enough is a wonderful old friend of mine as well.

I couldn't help but snap some pictures. The apartment is filled with whimsy, light and joy, and feels like Kathleen even when she isn't there.

Hand-sewn pillow case made by Kathleen herself. Love love love.

Original artwork by Kathleen. Yes, she is happy to make you one too.

One of Avi's gorgeous family heirlooms hanging over the couch.

Oh, Brooklyn. Oh, New York. Oh, Kathleen. Oh, Avi.

I love you all.

But I must be off for a little bit. Country living here we come.

The Fantastic Mr. Berg

One of the best things to come from our Nate Berkus appearance was meeting the fabulous and fantastic Mr. Steve Berg.

When we first heard that Nate's hair and make-up guy was looking to get in touch with us, we were just thrilled that a semi-famous person (to us at least) was interested in our work. But after a quick meeting, that turned into a very long meeting, we were so happy that fate had crossed our path with such a hilarious and warm-hearted guy. There is no such thing as "swinging by real quick" with Steve.  Minutes turns into hours in minutes. In a wonderful way.

Seriously, if you need a hair cut let me know. I'll have my people tell his people to call your people. You will leave looking and feeling fabulous.

Until then, take a look at these final shots from his newly updated West Village pad.

Subway tiling, lighting, reclaimed wood shelving and weathered breakfast bar made by Percy Bright. All styling and photography done by yours truly, aka Miss Tara Mangini.