WELCOME to Nest by Tamara blog

WELCOME to Nest by Tamara blog
Hi- It's Tamara. I'm happy you've stopped by, and since 2010 I've been sharing my passion for interior design, history, art, entertaining, travel & fashion. I am an interior designer, textile designer and writer living and working in New York City and East Hampton, Long Island. My musings have taken me to international design, art, antique and epicurean events and I have lots to share. I'm grateful to have been listed as the #1 top design blog, blogs to watch, top design blogs and named and awarded Rising Star of Design by the IFDA NY industry organization. Please feel free to reach out to our team for an interior design consultation at NestbyTamara.com -Tamara

Michael Tavano brings color and fabulousness to Holiday House NYC

Highlights of Holiday House 
New York City Part II:
Michael Tavano's colorful lair
encourages us to escape to Paris 

Partners Lloyd Marks & Michael Tavano 
striking a fabulous pose
Michael’s “Ode to Paris” channels the French sensibilities of glamorous living, while borrowing colors from the French flag.  The vibrant palette utilizes red, white and blue in a punchy and fresh manner that makes you want to sip bubbly while lounging on that luxurious bed. I love the geometric painted floor from Alpha Workshops, as well as the wide array of Roche Bobois furniture pieces in the space including a leather Cherche Midi bed, a Florian chair and a red lacquered Mic Mac bookcase to name a few.  The red lacquered dropped ceiling adds a glamorous touch.  But, the stars of the room are the hand loomed window shades which feel netted, and are all custom made by Michael and his team in their workroom MT Customs.  With the gold detailing added to the shades it brings in just the right amount of bling.  The art in the room, generously loaned from Kate Shin Gallery, is eclectic and stunning and sets a sophisticated tone.  The fabrics are from JAB Anstoetz, and the blue paint is one of my favorite colors from Farrow & Ball, Stiffkey Blue. The room is quite large yet Michael manages to make it feel cozy and draped in fabulousness.  Michael took it just the right amount of over-the-top to remind us here at Holiday House just why we love interior designer showhouses, because when done well, they inspire us to reach beyond our comfort zones and dream big. 
Merci Michael!



Happy Nesting 
XO Tamara