Elaine Raffel

Elaine Raffel left the corporate world to become a freelance creative focused on real estate and design in Dallas.

7 Collabs to Watch: High Fashion Hits Home at Milan Design Week

By Elaine Raffel / April 30, 2023 /

There’s always been a synergy between luxury fashion and home décor. But if the recent Milan Design Week is any indication, that connection just keeps getting stronger.

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Live Luxe (and Like a Roy) in this Swanky NYC Penthouse

By Elaine Raffel / April 23, 2023 /

Ever wonder what it would be like to live like a Roy, the conniving, filthy rich “Succession” clan we love to hate? Rest assured, there’d be plenty of drama. But if the swanky Manhattan penthouse—owned in the series by brother Kendall (Jeremy Scott)—is part of the deal, count us in.

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5 Mother’s Day Gifts Guaranteed to Prove You’re Her Favorite Child

By Elaine Raffel / April 16, 2023 /

Choosing the perfect Mother’s Day gift is an art. You want something she’ll use but wouldn’t buy for herself. Something that speaks to her personality and interests; that’s as special (or nearly) as she is.

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Kitchen Design Concepts Wins Top NARI Award for Fun, Functional Midcentury Modern Bath

By Elaine Raffel / April 9, 2023 /

For close to 20 years, Kitchen Design Concepts have been making dream kitchens a reality. But don’t let the name fool you. The Dallas-based design company is equally adept at transforming outdated bathrooms into luxury retreats.

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Banana Republic’s New Home Collection Brings Joy of Travel to Your Living Room

By Elaine Raffel / April 2, 2023 /

If you’ve checked out Banana Republic lately, it’s definitely not the same old same old. The established San Francisco-based retailer has never looked better. And we’re not just talking fashion. Last week, the brand launched BR Home, a premium assortment of rugs, bedding, and décor.

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