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- By Katy Danos | Photos by Chris Granger
Built in 1905, this stunning Victorian home situated near Audubon Park and Magazine Street was beautifully renovated in 2016 by homeowners Hilary and Mickey Landry. With three older teenagers buzzing in and out to school, sports, and activities, and parents — both attorneys — working at home… Read more
- By Katy Danos | Photos by Chris Granger
Martha Claire and Quin Breland's Mid-City Victorian home is all about history and tradition. It was built in 1891 by an owner of a company that supplied much of the lumber used to build houses all across the city during the early 1900s. "We have a box of his sales ledgers that we hope to fra… Read more
- By Katy Danos | Photos by Chris Granger
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Empty nesters, Sam and Jeff Burkhardt, have lived in their Colonial house in Lakeview for 26 years. The 100-year-old house, completely renovated after Katrina, is filled with beautiful collections of antiques, accessories, and sentimental treasures that tell this family's personal story. The… Read more
- Michaela Bechler
A sunroom offers the best of both worlds: natural light without braving the heat, cold, or rain. Hattie Collins behind Hattie Sparks Interiors transformed a sunroom in an original 1900s Audubon house into a comfortable space for the client to read, decompress, and have a cup of coffee. She u… Read more
- Katy Danos | Photos by Chris Granger
For an out-of-town client with ties to New Orleans, Penny Francis created a dreamy getaway in the French Quarter that honors the rich history of the property, while meeting the needs of a vibrant young family and their frequent visits. Built in 1810, the compound includes a two-story Creole … Read more
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- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
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In a light-filled Craftsman home in the Fontainebleau neighborhood, designer Whitney Wilkinson created a super joyful nest for Ayame and Carling Dinkler's young daughter, Ansley. "As she transitioned from her crib to a big kid's room, we envisioned a vibrant and magical space that felt gende… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
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When Fran and Jeff Lorio fell in love with a Victorian gem in Uptown New Orleans, they turned to designer Penny Francis to create their daughter Vivian's new room. Penny worked with the Lorios on their previous home, so she knew just what should make the move from the nursery to the new bedr… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
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When Brett Lapeyre decorated her children's rooms in the spacious Victorian House on St. Charles Avenue that she shares with her husband, James, she knew that she wanted the look to be playful and fresh while introducing timeless furnishings and art that could grow with them into adulthood. … Read more
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For the first time since the pandemic began, New Orleans Auction Galleries will host an in-person auction. The Estates Auction taking place July 24-25 offers over 800 beautiful pieces of furniture, décor, artworks, and more from a few estates including Rose Hill, a historic property in Rome,… Read more
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If you became very familiar with HGTV over last year's quarantine, mark your calendar for this year's Parade of Homes! The two-weekend event is presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans (HBAGNO) and is the largest official showcase of home design in the Greater New Or… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
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It doesn't get any grander than living in a spacious formal home on St. Charles Avenue in the heart of Uptown New Orleans. But for Emily and Stirling Morrison and their nine-year-old triplets, the house is wonderfully relaxed and anything but staid. "Nothing is off limits or too precious," E… Read more
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The Odeon at South Market isn't just the tallest building to be built in New Orleans in 30 years. The new residential development is home to a beautiful collection of artwork by both female and local artists displayed through the entire structure, including the outdoor mural created by New O… Read more
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A creative connection between France and New Orleans is growing and glowing on Tchoupitoulas Street. SWADOH, a design studio founded by Valerie Legras, launched in late 2020 and features a collection of hand crafted lighting fixtures from the finest French artisans. The first showroom opened… Read more
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Save the date for the March Major Estates Auction hosted by New Orleans Auction Galleries. Starting Saturday, March 27 at 10 a.m., the two-day auction features over 1,000 pieces of furniture, jewelry, home accessories, and art. Many of the items are from the Estate of Joyce "Penny" and B. Ga… Read more
- By Katy Danos | Photos by Chris Granger
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Each time Susan and Mauricio Prieto were in New Orleans to visit his brother Carlos Miguel, the conductor of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, they wondered out loud "Why aren't we living here? This place is amazing." And they'd lived in some pretty amazing places — 15 years in Barcelona… Read more
- Michaela Bechler
When Glenn Foster first entered the world of countertops, it felt a lot like football. The former Saints defensive end started SLAG (an abbreviation for Southern Louisiana Granite) with his wife Pamela after renovating homes damaged by the Baton Rouge floods and seeing the great need for cou… Read more
- By Michaela Bechler, Photos by Paul Costello
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It's hard not to stop and stare while passing LeBlanc + Smith's latest and highly anticipated Uptown restoration. The 19th century St. Charles Avenue mansion is now home to The Chloe, a 14-room hotel with a bar and restaurant a.k.a. the perfect set up for a food focused group adding a boutiq… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Joshua Brasted
It is always a treat to visit with local attorney and art collector Jim Mounger at his beautiful art-filled Uptown home, especially during the holidays. Ever the consummate host — his holiday parties are spectacular — even dropping by the day after for a glass of wine is filled with fun conv… Read more
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With work from home and remote learning now part of our everyday language, January resolutions to "get organized" are at the top of every list. The key to a fresh start is to set small realistic goals that are easily managed over time. For planning family schedules, desk maintenance, and jou… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
For Ware Porter and Jordi Land, December is filled with lots of travel, both for work and fun, and trips back to their hometowns at Christmas. So they keep their at-home holiday entertaining low-key and relaxed. "We love dinner parties, casual get-togethers where everyone hangs out in the ki… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Joshua Brasted
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When Jennifer Mattingly Rareshide was growing up in Texas, she performed in the Nutcracker with the Beaumont Civic Ballet for many Christmas seasons. "Beginning in the fourth grade and until my senior year in high school, my entire month of December was swept up in the magic of this classic … Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Joshua Brasted
For an intimate dinner party celebrating Hanukkah, Tom Cianfichi of Hazelnut set a stylish table and bar for festive cocktails and holiday fare. Taking the theme "Festival of Lights" literally, he layered the tablescapes with an abundance of sparkling candlelight. Two beautiful Menorahs — on… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Josh Brasted
In an Uptown home with four energetic children under the age of 12, Kristina Fortier of Porter New Orleans created a glistening winter wonderland that the entire family enjoyed. Using a palette of Sugar Plum Fairy hues in the living room, she decorated the bookcases, coffee table, and a hand… Read more
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There's a new spot in Uptown New Orleans to sip, eat, and stay awhile, even overnight if you'd wish. The Chloe, a boutique hotel, restaurant, and bar, officially opened in late October after much anticipation. The 14-room sanctuary is the first from restaurateur and 2019 Adore A-Lister Rober… Read more
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New Orleans Auction Galleries is hosting an interiors auction on Wednesday, October 28. Over 500 items are featured in Wednesday's auction and range from artwork to jewelry to furniture in many different styles. Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
The Georgian-style home that CeCe Colhoun shares with her husband Trevor, their young sons Trevor Jr. and Blaise, and Leia, their goldendoodle, is all about personal style, sentimental furnishings, and the stunning aesthetic of Audubon Park. Just about every space in the house opens up to th… Read more
- Katy Danos
Tara Shaw knows a thing or two about luxury European antiques and interior design. This New Orleanian has been a premier source for in-the-know designers and collectors from all across the country for over twenty years. Whether importing fine furniture from Italy, France, or Sweden, or desig… Read more
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New Orleans Auction Galleries is back with another impressive event starting Saturday, September 26. The Estates Auction features close to 1,100 items including furniture, artwork, carpets, lighting, and fine jewelry, as well as many political documents and memorabilia. The pieces come from … Read more
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While people visit New Orleans for the food, music, and Mardi Gras, many also venture here for the antiques. With famed shops across the city and Instagram accounts like Estately Nola and ADIOS selling secondhand treasures, decorating with these finds can often be challenging, especially for… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Josh Brasted
Children see the world very differently than we do. They infuse wonder, imagination, and a little bit of magic into everything they do. An enchanting bedroom, intentionally planned with plenty of open floor space for creative playtime, encourages budding artists and tiny adventurers to while… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Josh Brasted
According to artist and designer Ellen Macomber, her son's light filled bedroom is the reason she bought her Central City house. "Previous owners installed the windows which were from a cabin in North Carolina. I stood at the window and looked into the backyard and knew that this was the hou… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Josh Brasted
When artist Natalie Erwin, originally from Fort Worth, Texas, was ready to decorate her daughters' bedroom in their new home in New Orleans, she turned to Madre, an interior design firm from Dallas. She and her husband were renovating a large-scale house on St. Charles Avenue, so working wit… Read more
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Looking for socially distant plans? The 2nd Annual Hancock County Parade of Homes will take place Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout Hancock County, Mississippi. The event, which brings the real estate and home development industries together, will feature homes for sale and… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
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In an Uptown cottage near Audubon Park, interior designer Melissa Rufty created a gem of a pied-à-terre for out-of-town clients planning to spend more time in the city since becoming recent empty nesters. She previously worked with the couple on their permanent residence, so she had their tr… Read more
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Although summer is just starting, the heat in New Orleans has already reintroduced itself. While there are beaches just hours away and plenty of nearby towns to explore, we are imagining somewhere a little cooler and bit more secluded. Read more
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New Orleans has its fair share of eccentric quirks. It's only fitting that the city would be filled with historic homes in hues across the spectrum. On Friday, June 12, the Preservation Resource Center is hosting a one-hour webinar all about interior and exterior paint. During "Beyond the Wa… Read more
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Can't handle the New Orleans heat? Make a stateside dream vacation a reality with Heritage Auctions' latest luxury real estate auction in Truckee, California. The custom Lake Tahoe property is secluded and the perfect year-round mountain getaway, with easy access to Reno, Nevada. Read more
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For those who aren’t familiar with the auction world, images of eBay or an estates sale might register. Be sure to add luxury real estate to that vision as extraordinary homes around the country are available via auction. Heritage Auctions, the largest collectibles auctioneer and third large… Read more
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New Orleans is filled with notable architecture. Many of its buildings were designed by Henry Howard, a 19th-century architect known for his blending of European and American designs. Some of his contributions to the city include the Pontalba buildings on Jackson Square, the Robert H. Short … Read more
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Need a new quarantine activity? Join us in gushing over this restored Donaldsville estate that is everything you would imagine from a classic antebellum manor. The 9,827 square foot property (and its 10.5 acres), originally designed in the Greek Revival style by Henry Howard, can be yours on… Read more
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Vishion, a new Charlotte-based interior design startup, recently announced the winners for the 2020 Vishion Design Award. Maureen Stevens, creator of Maureen Stevens Design and a New Orleans resident, walked away with this year's grand prize. Read more
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With Spring on its way, all we can think about are the festivals, crawfish, and enjoyable weather. Another thing we're looking forward to? Giving our homes a fresh start with a long overdue cleaning session. While a seasonal clean can sometimes feel daunting, Victoria Tran, the owner and org… Read more
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Save the date: New Orleans Auctions Gallery is hosting an online interiors auction! On Friday, March 13, over 600 luxurious home items—with a selection of jewelry—will be auctioned starting at 10 a.m. Curious about the selection? While you can browse the catalog here, we've listed our 17 fav… Read more
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Did Mardi Gras wipe you out? Instead of escaping New Orleans to recover, we suggest looking into a staycation. Maison de la Luz has proven to be the ideal refuge and was recently recognized on Travel + Leisure's "It List 2020." Read more
- Michaela Bechler
Secondhand shopping takes some effort in order to be successful. Between doing the research on pricing and authenticity, and finding the desired object in the first place, the act (or the art) is not for the faint of heart. Read more
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Hilary Beane, a jewelry designer from Los Angeles, has called New Orleans home for the past two years. Specializing in handcrafted jewelry, the designer is particularly passionate for pearls—Tahitian, South Sea, and specialty Freshwaters—and can create pieces in an array of metals and stones. Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
A New Year’s Eve party at home is just about as luxurious as it gets. The evening is spent with family and close friends, and there is no traffic to fight! It’s simply far more relaxed and personal. Read more
- By Katy Danos | Photos by Josh Brasted
Cocktails for KID smART is one of my favorite fundraising events of the year. Yes, the party is always swell, but what sets it apart for me is the positive energy in the room. You can feel it. The guests are so committed to KID smART’s mission of bringing art-based learning to public school … Read more
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Treat yourself or someone special from New Orleans Auction Galleries' latest estates auction. Over 1,000 items from three estates will be available to take home including artwork, jewelry, furniture, and decorative objects. You'll even find a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted car by George Rodrigue. Read more
- By Katy Danos | Styled by Katy Danos and Tom Cianfichi | Photos by Chris Granger
I don't know about you, but at Christmas gatherings you will often find me at the kid's table. It's where the magic happens. Seen through the eyes of children, the sheer joy and excitement of the holidays makes all the effort and enthusiasm worthwhile. Read more
- By Katy Danos | photos by Chris Granger
What was once an annex of the Soule Business College in the Garden District is now a stunning family home that truly shines at the holidays. The two-story brick structure was built in 1923 and originally housed the typing and stenographer departments of the trade school. Pam Dongieux renovat… Read more
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Designers Cathy Kincaid and Lisa Fine will be visiting New Orleans on Wednesday, December 4 to share their newly published books. A book signing event will be hosted at Magazine Street Court (3806 Magazine Street) by Jane Scott Hodges, Ware Porter, Mellisa Rufty, and Adrienne Casbarian. Read more
- Michaela Bechler
Combine your love of the holidays and New Orleans this season with the Preservation Resource Center. Their annual Holiday Home Tour takes place this December and offers a whole new take on your typical Garden District Tour. Proceeds from the weekend's events directly support the preservation… Read more
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Juggling work, family, and self-care isn't for the faint of heart. Maureen Stevens, an interior designer and stylist, says she's still mastering the art. Stevens splits her time between New Orleans and Austin, and is actively working on her 150-year-old Marigny home in between client project… Read more
- By Katy Danos, Photos by Chris Granger
When artists Nancy Rhett and Garland Robinette’s daughter, Charley, went off to college, the couple decided it was time to downsize. They wanted to remain near Audubon Park, a place they consider to be their spiritual center, but they also wanted a smaller, low maintenance footprint and enou… Read more