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Welcome to Nest by Tamara

Welcome to Nest by Tamara
I have been blogging since 2008. Nest by Tamara is a lifestyle blog inspired by my busy, full life as a NYC interior designer. I muse about interior design, antiques, architecture, gardening, cooking and entertaining – all that encompasses “nesting” to create a well-lived life and a stylish home. This is not a DIY blog nor a super snobby, stuffy view, but instead a philosophy of infusing a relaxed elegance into your home through investing in high quality products but mixed with budget pieces because we are always on the prowl for a bargain, and all the while keeping creativity as your secret weapon. My posts help you to continue to be the style seeker you are, juggling it all, and yet, you long for the most beautifully set table, albeit sometimes your pot is bubbling over just as the guests arrive. I show you how to utilize your time, keep quality in your back pocket, and smile while you enjoy the fabulous ride! Email me at TamaraStephenson1@gmail.com

Tamara Stephenson interior design

Tamara Stephenson interior design
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Summer is my favorite season -- What's on the agenda here on Nest by Tamara

Summer is my favorite season -- What's on the agenda here on Nest by Tamara
Lots of fun design musing over here on Nest. For starters, I'll be decorating a small project for a client's weekend get-away home, writing editorials for a few magazines including my East End Nest column for Dan's Papers magazine about the many design events around the Hamptons, heading to Memphis, TN in July with Brizo and the blogger 19 group, plan the decorations for my daughter's dorm room before she heads off for freshman year at Cornell University, painting my back porch, planting a flower and vegetable garden, throwing at least two summer soirees at the beach, primping for a photo shoot at my beach cottage, and lots more. And, of course, I'll be writing about all of it here on Nest -- so stay tuned!

Friday, July 20

Day 2: Cerulean hues shine at the Hampton Designer Showhouse: Day 2 Sneak Peeks and sources


More behind the scenes views 
of inspiring vignettes and designs 
at the Hampton Designer Showhouse 
in Watermill, Long Island. 
an unglazed porcelain bisque shark sculpture centerpiece from Jonathan Adler
adorns the table in Jennifer Mabley & Austin Handler's cerulean dining room
As the rain pours down outside my window I know the vibrant hues over at the showhouse will shine for tomorrow evening's opening gala.  A look at some more of my favorites many in various blue tones, with the exception of one incredible master bedroom swathed in coral swirls.

Shark scupture is flanked by stylish candle sticks designed by my friend @stacyStyle   
Stacy Kunstel and partner Michael Partinio have a lovely Look Book of products over at  Dunes and Dutchess
I hope to see these candlesticks sold somewhere out east, 
and they come in an assortment of colors and finishes

 Kate Singer creates a warm vignette of blues with pretty landscape art 
by Gretchen Fuss
 Kate Singer's den utilizes a sophisticated collection of Kravet, Brunschwig & Fils and Kelly Wearstler fabrics 
in blues, greys and neutrals - 
very quintessentially Hampton style!

 Hope the swans are keeping dry today during last minute installations - pool area designed by Tara Seawright.  
fabrics by Trina Turk at Schumacher
 outdoor furniture by Barlow Tyre
 Trina Turks outdoor curtain panels enclose the pergola she designed, 
creating a cozy room outside
 Robert Passal's master bedroom makes me swoon...
 "timeless, collected, composed, and curated are words often used to describe his aesthetic" 

The 2012 Hampton Designer Showhouse directory
 walls by Black Crow studios
If you haven't checked out Tracy Hiner's amazing  work, 
run over to her website.
"Black Crow Studios is a custom wallpaper company that pushes the traditional idea of wallpaper into the realm of Art. This is for people who want to have something unique in their space that was created with them specifically in mind. We are looking for people who want to make a statement – be it understated or avant garde"

Black Crow website


 the attention to detail in Robert's room makes it my favorite space in the house.  The color combinations and textures are lovely but in a fresh, edited way that creates an inviting bedroom with an infusion of beautiful light.
  Robert brings in two of my very favorite light fixtures 
from English company, 

an inviting bed upholstered in a rich green by Savoir with Sferra bedding
Stop back tomorrow for more Showhouse views!

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