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Limited Time Offer: Call or visit for details about signifi cant rebate savings available on select products. www.fantamag.com ADAM KUEHL, COURTESY OF SCAD editor’s page Margaret Russell, Editor in Chief elledecor@hfmus.com L ADAM KUEHL, COURTESY OF SCAD ELLE DECOR is proud to support the Savannah College of Art and Design, an impressive multicampus teaching facility where young creative talents get a jump start on their careers. Be sure to check out the school’s website, scad.edu. ast month, while announcing our upcom- ing 20th anniversary, I asked readers to send me their thoughts about ELLE DECOR. I did so with some hesitation: Typically the vast majority of people who take the time to mail a comment to a magazine are unrivaled in their crank- iness. But I was sure I was up to the task, having survived two seasons of wildly snarky blog posts regarding my stern role on Bravo’s reality-competition show, Top Design . Hap- pily, no emotional armor has been required. One of my favorite responses is from a woman who writes, “The houses you show us, houses which someone like me who lives in a little Wisconsin city of 3,000 would never otherwise see, give us insight into the souls of the homeowners. Studying these places and their owners not only puts magic into our lives but spurs our creativity to make our own homes soulful and joyous.” Wow. Those are words an editor truly lives for. In fact, that is exactly the reaction we seek with every issue we produce. Dazzlingly elegant, heart-poundingly fabulous rooms most people can only fantasize about never fail to catch our eye, but they are only part of the recipe. Such homes consistently share our pages with equally appeal- ing yet more pragmatic spaces packed with smart, useful solutions to everyday decorating concerns. And even if you can only dream about them, over-the-top interiors have their place—they are meant to inspire you to decorate your own home with more pizzazz, more fl air, more heart. Inspi- ration has always been the essence of ELLE DECOR: We not only invite you to get to know our international styleset- ters up close and personal, we hope you’ll be as excited as we are about the way they choose to live. Most important, though, is that you fi nd ways to adapt their ideas and make them your own—whatever your budget. 30 www.fantamag.com www.fantamag.com Our Crowd Jim Shi Alexandra Wentworth Joshua McHugh Charlotte Druckman Tim McKeough WENTWORTH: SIMON UPTON; DRUCKMAN: BECCA STRAUS Jim Shi The former editor of f ashionweekdaily.com was dazzled by Cartier’s private dinner (“Rock Stars,” page 58) to debut two jewelry lines and a video installation by David Lynch. “Cartier always produces masterful events that transport guests to another realm,” he says. Shi writes for V Magazine , Marie Claire , and the British edition of Vogue . Joshua McHugh “The way she layers colors and patterns made for such lively images,” says the photographer of decorator Alessandra Branca’s Manhattan home (“Perfect Balance,” page 132). McHugh’s photographs also appear in Interior Design and House Beautiful . Tim McKeough The writer loved the spiraling staircase in the newly opened Armani/5th Avenue store (What’s Hot! Shops, page 42) but was most taken with the fi tting rooms. “They’re like little pods with fabric- covered walls.” McKeough contributes to Fast Company and Wired . By Kamala Nair Charlotte Druckman When interviewing Catherine Malandrino about her favorite things (Shortlist, page 56), Druckman was struck by the fashion designer’s diverse range of interests. “She appreciates ev- erything from R&B music to a garden in the South of France,” the New York–based journalist says. “It’s a balance of practicality, luxury, and natural beauty.” Druckman has been published in T: The New York Times Style Magazine , Travel + Leisure , and InStyle . Alexandra Wentworth Writing about the Washington, D.C., home she shares with husband George Stephanopoulos, host of ABC News’ This Week , and their two daughters allowed Wentworth to refl ect on her style accomplishments (“Capital Idea,” page 106). “I love when I take a chance and hand-dye a rug myself or cover a wall in seashells and it works,” the actress says. Wentworth, a regular guest on Oprah Fridays Live , is the creator of and lead character on the Starz television series Head Case . contributors 32 ELLEDECOR.COM www.fantamag.com Comfortably Ever After ™ verawang.com serta.com wwwwwwwww.w.w.w.w.fafafafantntntntamamamamagagagag.c.c.c.comomomomom Southern Style As a fan and former resident of New Orleans, I en- joyed last year’s article on Thomas Jayne’s apart- ment [“Quarter Master,” July/August 2008 ] and was thrilled to see ELLE DECOR head back to the Big Easy to show the stunning home of Allison Kendrick [“Healing Power,” March 2009 ]. The elegant interiors were the perfect complement to the landmark archi- tecture. Thank you for highlighting residences that typify the beauty and rich history of this fi ne city. Ann Murphy, via e-mail Creative Thinking I am a 50-year-old wannabe designer who peruses every issue of your magazine. I loved Adam Lippes’s dining room in the October 2008 issue [“Sky High”], so I freehanded my interpretation of his Fromental wall covering in my half-bath and added a $100 pendant light based on his Swarovski chandelier. Maybe one day I can have the real deal, but today I am happy to be inspired by ELLE DECOR and to strive for the same feeling as the high-end look. I can’t wait for next month’s ideas. Becky Charles, Mooresville, NC Universal Appeal I loved the international flair in your March issue, from all the fabulous ikats you featured to the little Turkish-fl ag pillow in Freddie Leiba’s guest bedroom [“Flawless Finish”]. It was also great to see Nathan Thomas of Top Design [What’s Hot! Top Design]. He is so innovative and daring—I’m excited to see what he will do in the future. Lisa Martin, Concord, NH Harmonious Haven Anne Becker’s apartment is the most serene and beautiful I have ever seen [“Worldly-Wise,” March]. In the article, she indicated she was ready to jettison her large lilac sectional sofa because it was too per- manent. I think she should follow that impulse and, coincidentally, my apartment and I are ready for such lovely permanence! Robyn Ryan, New York City Time Flies I have just returned from a fi ve-day trip to Hong Kong and wanted to let you know what a pleasure it was to spend some of the 15-hour flight with my March ELLE DECOR. As always, your magazine was filled with intriguing homes and people. Victoria H. Greenwood, via e-mail Good Sport I consider it a treat when ELLE DECOR arrives in the mail, and when I saw the March cover I just had to write to tell you about a game I play with a friend of mine while looking through the magazine. It’s called Spot the Suzani. For that issue it was too easy—there was one right on the cover! Usually you have to look rather persistently, but you’ll find one or two. I have several suzanis in my house and love them for their bold yet imperfect appearance. We look forward to continuing our game and invite others to join. Nancy Gaynor, Antioch, IL Left: The New Orleans home of Allison Kendrick. Below: The March cover. FROM TOP: WILLIAM WALDRON; SIMON UPTON MAY 2009 mailbox To subscribe to ELLE DECOR, to order a gift subscription, to change your subscription address, or for any ques- tions regarding your subscription, go to customerser- vice-elledecor.com. You may also call 386-597-4375. To order a back issue, call 800-333-8546. Send Mailbox your letters—but keep them short and to the point (we reserve the right to edit for length, clarity, and style). 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For store information, e-mail showroom@chehoma.com. What’s Hot! Dispatches from the world of design Produced by Anita Sarsidi GEOFFREY SOKOL w 37 www.fantamag.com GEOFFREY SOKOL 1 BLUEs tRaveleR Handcrafted in Turkey, Tessera’s ceramic ta- bleware is inspired by traditional Ottoman designs. The one-of-a-kind indigo-and- turquoise pieces are painted with sym- bolic motifs such as tulips, which signify love. Bowls are 4" ($30) and 6" ($52); plates are 10" ($97) and 12" ($125). Call 713-661-4935 or visit exploretessera.com. 2 mod sQuad Todd Bracher’s minimalist Dome table lamp for Mater weds a classic shape with a retro ’70s vibe. Made of black or white spun steel, it mea- sures 14.8" h. x 15.6" dia. and is priced at $605. Available at Room ; call 888-420-ROOM or go to roomonline.com. 3 twice as nice Ideal for extra seating, Wunderley’s 18" h. x 20" sq. mother-of-pearl-inlaid walnut ottoman is compact enough that even a pair can be tucked under a table when not in use, and the linen cushion removes easily for recovering. It costs $1,375 and is available at wunderley.com. 4 ThRowaway chic Dransfi eld & Ross’s Canton Ware wastebasket is made of hand-painted wood with a red-lacquer interior. It measures 12" h. x 10" w. x 7" d. and coordinates with a line of bath accessories . Avail- able from At Home At Sweet Things ; call 415-388-8566 . 5 SHELL GAME Jonathan Adler’s Tortoise lamp trades its name- sake’s shell for creamy porcelain bisque. Mounted on a polished-nickel base, the translucent-china shade casts a warm glow. The lamp measures 25" h. x 15" w. and costs $695. Call 877-287- 1910 or go to jonathanadler.com. what’s hot! 1 3 2 4 5 38 ELLEDECOR.COM www.fantamag.com [...]... tailored slipcover—and waterproof cushions It comes in seven colors and measures 73.75" l x 28" h x 35" w Prices start at $3,960 Call 800-852-5552 or visit centuryfurniture.com for store locations 5 40 ELLEDECOR.COM www.fantamag.com Don’t worry I T ’ S S M A R T S T R A N D ® SmartStrand with DuPont Sorona® takes durability and stain protection to a new level Crush resistance is engineered into the fibers... www.fantamag.com ntamag.c what’s hot! shops The store’s glass façade The base of the sculptural staircase Armani/5th Avenue A shimmering glass box showcases all the Italian superstar’s designs under one roof 42 ELLEDECOR.COM www.fantamag.com Emporio Armani women’s collection on the second floor See Resources JOSHUA MCHUGH The current economic environment may be turbulent, but that hasn’t stopped Giorgio Armani... French burlap by the mothers of designers John Ross and Don Carney Prices range from $325 to $380 Available at Bon; call 520-795-2272 3 MERCURY RISING Nate Berkus’s Mercury Glass lamp, from his latest home -decor line for HSN, was inspired by the designer’s personal Christmas ornaments It comes with a natural-hued 13"-dia linen shade, measures 26" h x 7" dia., and costs $130 Call 800-284-3100 or visit hsn.com . style). The address: Mailbox, ELLE DECOR, 1633 Broadway, 41st fl oor, New York, NY 10019; e-mail: elledecormail@hfmus.com. 34 ELLEDECOR.COM www.fantamag.com. editor’s page Margaret Russell, Editor in Chief elledecor@hfmus.com L ADAM KUEHL, COURTESY OF SCAD ELLE DECOR is proud to support the Savannah College of