It was difficult to leave Sarasota and fly to DC rather than spend some well-deserved time at the beach. But I did, and it was for a good cause. I had been asked to assist The Prince of Wales Foundation in their endeavor to preserve traditional artisan crafts (such as gilding, wood and stone carving, wrought iron and stained glass making) not only in Great Britain and the U.S., but around the world.
Various controversies surround the intriguing WWII commemorative statue that graces Sarasota's bay front, the Unconditional Surrender. The word art is the first of the many controversies that surrounds this popular statue.
[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0okJ-sL78c 270 210] The Fish House is courtesy of The Ringling College of Art + Design. Produced by JQ Park. www.ringling.edu
[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTmXs2EKJDc 270 210] Out to Play is courtesy of The Ringling College of Art + Design. Produced by Jessica Lozano. www.ringling.edu
One of the things so many of us love most about Sarasota is that it is casual, but also elegant. We dress casually but elegantly and the same concept applies to interior design.
The main reason that model homes look so warm and wonderful is simple, no one lives in them; there is no laundry piling up, food being cooked or pets running rampant. So, before you move yourself out or send the pets packing I will share with you a little insight.
[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-V3gbiyshgk 270 210] Fun Down Under is courtesy of The Ringling College of Art + Design. Produced by Jason Holt. www.ringling.edu
Pamela Hughes is an internationally renowned luxury designer whose sumptuous interiors have been featured in the industry’s top publications. Though Pamela is well known for her work with high-end luxury hotels and resorts including The Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons and The Cloister at Sea Island, she reveals that her true passion is working with homeowners to create spaces that are as elegant as they are accommodating.
Sarasota Style- Let’s Light It! By Pamela Hughes In our last column, we wrote about the beautiful Sarasota sunsets and skies, the special colors we enjoy in our gorgeous Sarasota natural environment, and of how we use all of these elements to enhance the interiors we create. We spoke of sparkling azure blue, clear aquamarine and effervescent sea green hues. The neutral effects of soft whites and sand colors completed our palette. So how do we make the most of these incredible colors and truly show them to their best advantage? The answer is Lighting, with a capital […]
Snack Attack is courtesy of The Ringling College of Art + Design. Produced by Jason Figliozzi. www.ringling.edu
Funny Feuds is courtesy of The Ringling College of Art + Design. Produced by Jamil Lahham. www.ringling.edu
The Visionary is courtesy of The Ringling College of Art + Design. Produced by Evan Mayfield. www.ringling.edu
Artfully combining the rich heritage of Ringling with the latest trend of sustainable building, Ringling College of Art and Design goes green. Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc. has been contracted to build two new facilities on campus, the New Academic Building and the New Student Housing Building.
Sarasota Style- Color, Light, Water and Sky By Pamela Hughes In our earlier column, we wrote about all things that speak of our beloved Sarasota: glorious sky and sand, lush flowers and foliage, striking sunsets and sunrises, and most importantly, our beautiful and abundant bay and gulf waters. Almost everywhere that one drives, bikes or walks in Sarasota, we are blessed with incredible water views. It is an element that makes Sarasota so special and unique, and which instantly relaxes the visitor as well as the long-time resident. We’ve talked about how, in our work, we like to celebrate […]
Color Trends By Tracy Eisnaugle Color is powerful and evokes emotion. It can convey moods and is capable of delivering an instant message. Color has impact on every aspect of our life, trends are cultural and as much as trends influence us and our surroundings, we also influence the trends. Have you ever wondered how the latest colors evolve and who decides what the “new” colors will be? To get to the bottom of it and to find out what is in store for 2009, I recently attended a class on the evolution of color. Twenty specialists from around the […]
Monday, April 20, 2009
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