If you’re looking for a luxury hotel with serious LA vibes, check out the Proper Hotel in downtown Los Angeles—a must-see design destination. This remarkable hotel nestled in the heart of the city, stands as a testament to the transformative power of interior design. Led by the visionary talent of renowned designer Kelly Wearstler, this […]

City Guides, Eat, Roam and Reside, Sleep, Uncategorized

December 31, 2023

Kelly Wearstler’s Eclectic Mash-Up in Downtown Los Angeles, a Luxury Hotel Design Destination

Looking for the best home decor store in NYC? Here’s what designers love (and most tourists miss) about this unforgettable design destination — and what to know before you go.

Shop, City Guides, Roam and Reside, Uncategorized

November 24, 2023

Inside ABC Carpet & Home: The Iconic Interior Design and Best Home Decor Store in NYC for Stylish Decor Lovers

ABC Carpet & Home storefront in New York City, widely considered the best home decor store in NYC. The entrance features a lush pink and red floral garland wrapping the doorway, a crystal chandelier, antique urns, and a vintage wood-and-glass door—an iconic stop for design lovers and aesthetic travelers exploring Manhattan.

Searching for the most glamorous afternoon tea in NYC? The Baccarat Hotel serves high tea with champagne, jewel-like pastries, and interiors dripping in crystal. Here’s my full review of the design, menu, and experience at the Baccarat Hotel Afternoon Tea NYC.

City Guides, Eat, Uncategorized

November 5, 2023

Baccarat Hotel Afternoon Tea NYC: Is This the Most Glamorous High Tea in the City?”

New York City Guide - Where to Splurge - Afternoon Tea at the Baccarat Hotel, New York City. Elegant hallway at the Baccarat Hotel in New York City with crystal chandeliers, mirrored walls, and luxurious wood paneling, part of Roam & Reside City Guides.

🌸🍽️ Welcome to Il Fiorista: Where Blooms and Bites Collide! 🍽️🌸 Deep in the heart of New York City, this restaurant is a breath of fresh air with its florals and flourishes (check out that wall art!), and it’s rocking the Bloomcore interior design trend in a big way. If you’re looking for some color […]

City Guides, Eat, Roam and Reside, Uncategorized

October 23, 2023

Bloomcore Brunch: Savor Floral Gastronomy at Il Fiorista, NYC

New York City Guide - Where to Eat - Il Fiorista, New York City. Restaurant banquette with floral gastronomy.

Once a church, now a hip boutique hotel: The Line Hotel Washington DC in Adams Morgan mixes eclectic style and divine details.

Roam and Reside, Aesthetic Travel Guide, City Guides, Interior Design Tips, Sleep

December 19, 2021

The Line Hotel Washington DC: A Boutique Stay with Eclectic Interiors

Roam & Reside review of The Line Hotel in Adams Morgan, Washington DC — a historic church transformed with eclectic interior design, vaulted ceilings, and a dramatic organ pipe chandelier.

Hidden amongst the mesmerizing canals of Amsterdam lies a secret, modern speakeasy style bar, just waiting to be discovered.

City Guides, Drink

September 29, 2021

Secret Speakeasy Style Bar in Amsterdam

Moody speakeasy-style bar interior at Door 74 in Amsterdam, featuring an arched mirrored back bar glowing with bottles and warm golden lighting, evoking a secret cocktail lounge atmosphere in the heart of the Netherlands.

The Amsterdam Andaz Hotel isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a full-on design trip down the rabbit hole. Legendary designer Marcel Wanders transformed this former library into a surreal spin on Alice in Wonderland. It’s weird. It’s wonderful. It’s wall-to-wall whimsy in the best way. If you’re into bold interiors, secret gardens, and a hotel that’s unforgettable — this one’s for you.

City Guides

September 29, 2021

Amsterdam Andaz Hotel: A “Wanderful” Wonderland of Whimsical Interior Design

Roam and Reside City Travel Guide - Amsterdam Andaz Hotel. Whimsical bell-shaped chandeliers designed by Marcel Wanders inside the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht. This bells blend Dutch artistry and playful interior design flair.

Pluk, nestled within Amsterdam’s 9 Streets boasts a delightful Boho interior design style coffee shop and bakery that offers a treat for the eyes, as well as your tastebuds.

City Guides

July 21, 2021

Pluk: A Charming Boho Cafe, Within The 9 Streets in Amsterdam.

Pluk Amsterdam Boho café interior in the Nine Streets district, featured in Roam & Reside City Guides: Where to Snack in Amsterdam — a bright, boho-inspired space with natural wood shelving, fresh produce displays, and Scandinavian-style decor overlooking a cobblestone street.