Designer’s Corner

Sale Shopper Alert: Amazon Prime Day Savings Start Now

By Elaine Raffel / June 26, 2022 /

Amazon Prime Day 2022 is just around the corner. The annual two-day event — which kicks off Tuesday, July 12 — promises price cuts on from everyday essentials to luxury furniture and housewares.

How To Keep Your Cool in the Texas Heat

By Elaine Raffel / June 19, 2022 /

While it may feel like August, it’s only mid-June. And it’s hot. Really, really hot. Fun fact: The three hottest summers—2011, 1980, 1998—all had an early triple-digit heat day. And with our first 100-degree day already on record, we’re well ahead of schedule.

The 2022 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Returns to Old Preston Hollow

By Elaine Raffel / June 12, 2022 /

Summer may just be starting, but already there’s a reason to look forward to fall: The 2022 Kips Bay Decorator Show House opens to the public Thursday, September 22. Expect to be blown away. This year’s site is a grand 12,470-square-foot Old Preston Hollow estate located at 9250 Meadowbrook Drive.

Seriously Stylish Muffin Lemak Just Wants to Have Fun

By Elaine Raffel / June 5, 2022 /

Muffin Lemak is the epitome of style. She’s also artistic, adventurous, charismatic, and hugely philanthropic. And did we mention funny? We’re talking seriously funny. We recently caught up with the multitalented interior designer at her chichi new digs in Museum Tower.

Celebs Take Their Talents Home With New Collaborations

By Elaine Raffel / May 29, 2022 /

We confess: We’re suckers for a great celebrity-home collaboration. Here’s three from a trio of style-savvy stars.