Something's Gotta Give...

Have you ever watched a movie and found yourself completely distracted by the set decor? If you share my obsession with interior design, this has likely happened to you many times before. I watch movies and lose all focus on the storyline because I'm completely consumed by the interiors showcased on the screen. When this happens, it’s only a matter of time before I pause the movie, grab my laptop and start sourcing paint colors, fabrics and furniture used on set. And yes, for those of you still wondering, I have OCDD also known as Obsessive Compulsive Design Disorder.

When I first started this blog, I knew I would be highlighting my favorite movie sets but I had a really hard time choosing which house to start with. After much thought, I decided to go with my first love… 


A house that stole my heart and completely blew me away...  

The oh-so-perfect-in-every-way Hamptons beach cottage featured in Something’s Gotta Give.

Jon Hutman (who also worked on The Holiday) received an Oscar nomination for his Set Production of this now iconic movie house. He worked in collaboration with Beth Rubino, who was responsible for the set decoration. Pure genius.

Designer of the week: Elsa Soyars...

I spend a substantial  amount of time surfing the net on what feels like an endless quest for  inspiring spaces. When I land on a picture I love, I immediately find out the designer’s name and check out their website. My hope is that their portfolio is as captivating and seamless as the initial image I fell in love with.  Although most of the time I’m totally disappointed, once in a blue moon I discover a designer whose body of work  is absolutely flawless. A few months ago, I fell upon one of these designers and it is my pleasure to highlight her career this week.

 Elsa Soyars has designed countless homes in the Hamptons and looking through her portfolio is like being granted access into the lavish summer homes of New York’s elite. The spaces she designs are elegant, cozy, classic and functional. Her use of sumptuous fabrics,  rich textures and bold patterns gives a signature look to every room she transforms.  

For any of you who enjoy the “beach chic” look as much as I do, I would like to point out that no one does it better than Elsa Soyars. 

I strongly encourage you to check out her website: www.elsasoyars.com 

But for the time being, here is a little taste of what you’ll see!