WELCOME to Nest by Tamara

WELCOME to Nest by Tamara
Tamara Matthews-Stephenson is the creative talent behind Nest by Tamara, a captivating journal dedicated to interior design, history and lifestyle inspiration. With a passion for design and a keen eye for aesthetics, she shares her expertise and insights. Tamara has established herself as a prominent figure in the world of interior design and her design philosophy is rooted in the idea that a well-designed home can elevate the quality of life, combining beauty with functional everyday living. Her blog is a testament to her dedication to helping readers achieve this balance. Beyond her writing, She is also an accomplished interior designer who is known for her talent blending diverse styles which has earned her a loyal following and recognition within the interior design industry. She has worked on a wide range of projects- from luxurious urban homes to cozy beach houses. Additionally, she is the Creative Director and Owner of root cellar designs, LLC, an artisan line of textile and wallpaper sold exclusively to the design industry. She designs and manufactures her wares in the United States and sells her line through trade showrooms around the country. Connect with Tamara Matthews Stephenson through email at rootcellardesings@gmail.com and at nestnestnest.blogspot.com for weekly stories, or through her fabric and wallpaper designs at rootcellardesigns.com and embark on a journey to transform your living spaces.

Visit Holiday House in New York City This Fall On The Upper East Side

Alexandra Champalimaud's primary bedroom terrace
photograph by Alan Barry Photography 

It feels officially like Fall in New York City when Holiday House Designer Showhouse opens their doors showing beautiful and innovative interior design from top interior designers in the industry. I've participated in creating spaces three times for this lovely designer/fundraiser event, and it's a rare opportunity to work on the inside of historic and unique homes with other like-minded designers. I love seeing how these talents whip the spaces into shape, and all while raising funds for the Breast Cancer Research. This year's new location marks the 14th annual designer showhouse, and I truly hope to see you there. I'll be reviewing many of my favorite rooms here so please check back.

This year is a new location on the Upper East Side at
The Kent at 200 E 95th Street
from November 10 - December 11, 2022
tickets can be purchased online or at the door. 
and visit from Tuesday - Sunday 11am-5pm
(closed on Mondays and November 24th & 25th)

Please see some fun and festive shots
from past Holiday Houses...
posing with fellow designers 
at the opening gala in 2016 for Holiday House Soho
snapshot in Rio Hamilton's room 
at Holiday House 2014, Upper East Side
poolside shot at Holiday House Hamptons, 2021
my family and friends crowding into our bathroom design 
at Holiday House Hamptons 2019

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Visit to the trade Root Cellar Designs textiles