Not only is emerald the Pantone color of the year, but green – all shades of it – is the hue for home decorating this Spring; the brights are mood-lifting and adventurous, while the deeper tones are brooding and mysterious (ideal for the boudoir, no?). And with St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, we couldn’t think of a more perfect time to get in on the trend!

Let’s face it, we all want to accentuate our best features and your home is no exception. So, let me shed some light on how to take your home from dull to dazzling in 2013 by creating a chic ambiance that shows off your style.

Hamlet & Macbeth, the spookiest of all of Shakespeare’s works, have everything you need for a creepy night in: witches, ghosts, existential crises... So, don your scariest wear and embrace your inner ghoul with a monster ball fit for a King. Need some spook-tacular inspiration? Set the stage with these cool tricks (and treats!)...

Mark your calendars! On April 26, 2012 Housing Works will present Design on a Dime - New York City’s most popular interior design benefit... 

Whether it’s a view from atop the Coliseum, a gondola ride through the canals of Venice or a Summer sunset over the hills of Tuscany, no place has the ability to inspire great design more than Italy...