• THE AD DESIGN SHOW :: TRICIA’S 10

     I spent the day at the Architectural Digest Design Show in New York on Friday.  It’s always good to see what’s new, talk with vendors and “kick the tires” so to speak.  Seeing the finish/scale/construction of products in person is integral to quality control and intelligent design.  And, of course, it’s fun.  I’ve shared ten best picks — whether it be a specific piece or an entire collection — and why each was worth a closer look. #1  Van Cronenburg I am passionate about hardware and this company is stellar.  Substance and exquisite detail in every piece.            #2  A Space Wall Sconce All of the products from A Space – lighting,…

  • A Perfect Fit

    Luxe & Lucid is hosting its first guest blogger this week. At the helm is Molly Hammond – assistant designer, project manager, and all around go-to girl at Huntley & Co.  With a unique sense of style and impeccable writing she is sure to deliver a beautiful and memorable post.  See you all next week! Tricia xo     Rather than going into studio art, I was steered towards interiors with the help of my older sister, also a designer.   It gives me the opportunity for practical application of principles I learned in painting, and honestly is more suited for my personality since every day is different on this job.…

  • The Gold Standard

    I'm a gold girl.  Bronze, silver, not even platinum gives me the rush that gold does.  It’s warm and sexy and adds a little magic to any material.  I love gold fabric, furniture, lighting  and especially jewelry and hardware.  I would plate everything in gold if I could.  Now for you nay-sayers who think gold is a finish that belongs in the 80s, take a look at the images below and get ready to swoon.     A few of my current favorite gold fabrics.       A glamorous gold face in Vogue Nippon.       At the Washington Design Center's spring 2007 design house I painted the…