Maison et Objet - My Visit of Europe's Design Trade Show

Travelling abroad, and of course Paris, is already inspirational in and of itself.

We are so blessed in our industry to have fabulous trade shows that bring together brands, vendors and all forms of creative partners that are crucial in allowing us to provide the highest quality of interior design services to our clients at Mehditash Design.

It was a very tight schedule, and I was blessed with a design partner ready to wear her "running shoes" - Young Huh a fabulous designer, partner in crime at the Ronald McDonald House Project Design showcase and fellow blogger.

Here are some of the fantastic visuals that we came across as we ran (yes ran!) through the halls of the Maison et Objet show in Paris this January.

Maison et Objet - Paris January 2014

 A huge part of the joy in attending these shows, besides the great product finds, is indeed the inspiration that comes from the special attention to detail in creating every vignette and stand. These in Paris are usually some of the most extravagant in the world that I have seen. Especially when you consider that they are only using this space for a few days and then need to tear it all down!

I will be sharing more from my travels in Paris, and in Portugal in the upcoming posts, including my ventures through the Paris Flea Markets. You won't want to miss them!




*all images - Jennifer Mehditash

Home is Where the Heart Is - Margareet Cevasco and Vasi Ypsilantis

Visiting the Home is Where the Heart Is showhouse, with these designers
and the team from Kravet / Ronald MCDonald House Project Design

Touring the Home is Where the Heart Is showhouse with the friends from Kravet, and the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island #ProjectDesign was the very best way to see this showcase this holiday. 

I have shared posts on Kim, Suzanne as well as Gail and Anne Tarasoff's design so far as they worked on both of these showhouses this season.. and today I thought it would be nice to share the work of two designers, that have collaborated so extremely well in remodeling both kitchens and dining spaces in both of these homes. 

One kitchen would be no small task.. but they accomplished two great schemes, very distinct from one another and with amazing results in proving that "us" designers really know how to work together in harmony 

Margreet Cevasco and Vasi Ypsilantis are a team to be reckoned with.

Home is Where the Heart Is

Margreet Cevasco Design Marco Ricca ©

Margreet Cevasco Design Marco Ricca ©

Margreet Cevasco Design Marco Ricca ©

Margreet Cevasco Design Marco Ricca ©

and just look at that ceiling!

pretty pop of color and pattern ..

but what blew me away was this custom wooden counter that Vasi made on this island.. the wood was beautiful.. it added a much needed element of warmth in this large kitchen and could not have been more gorgeous!

and for those of us that love to cook.. your own private herb garden right at your finger tips.

Ronald McDonald House of Long Island

inspiration board for this kitchen / dining area presented at Newell 

The colors, pleated blue wallcovering and comfortable seating areas for tea for two or in the dining hall.. this kitchen makeover was incredible!

These were both another example of two amazing designers and women that I had the privilege of getting to know in the Project Design event.
More design inspiration and sharing continues on the blog, but for now, wishing you all a fantastic day!

Home is Where the Heart Is - Gail and Anne Tarasoff

The Designers - Home is Where the Heart Is - via New York Social Diary

As I mentioned in my last post on this showhouse, Home is Where the Heart Is, some of the designers took part in both this event and the Ronald McDonald Showhouse this season and to great results!


Today's post focus' on the work of the mother and daughter team based in Manhasset, Gail & Anne Tarasoff.


The Laundry - Gail & Anne Tarasoff (Home is Where The Heart Is)

Filled with color and joy, this mud room / laundry room has very creative treatments on the windows and walls that I am sure many could reproduce themselves for all those DIY Lovers Out There!

I really love all horizontal stripes, and here with the mixed use of wallpaper, trim and paint .. it not only seems extremely practical but adds that perfect detail with the right dose for this space.

there is a built in home for the family dog, which of course should not be left out..

and my favorite detail.. the Ronald McDonald House T-Shirt hanging in the laundry area..

which brings us to the other project that this mother and daughter team worked on and that is the bedroom with decorative painted wall pattern in soft blues and neutrals which created this soothing escape for the families that will be using it.

Bedroom - Gail & Anne Tarasoff - Ronald McDonald House

Transitional Bedroom by Manhasset Interior Designers & Decorators Anne Tarasoff Interiors

Although this showhouse has ended, it is in support of the American Heart Association and you can always stay tuned for more work to benefit this great cause as well as next year's showhouse!

Gail & Anne Tarasoff in their space

Tomorrow, I will share another team that took on these two showhouses all for great causes. 'Tis the season for giving back!

Alexa Hampton of Mark Hampton LLC is the 2013 Honorary Showhouse Chair.Kim Hendrickson-Radovich of Kim E. Courtney Interiors & Design is the 2013 Showhouse Design Chair. Gabor Karsai of Landmark Realtors Inc. is the 2013 Showhouse Community Chair. The Showhouse is happy to announce that Luxe Interiors + Design is the 2013 Media Sponsor. LX.TV Open House is the 2013 Television Sponsor. The 2013 Design Sponsors are Country Carpet, Downsview Kitchens by the breakfast room, ltd., Farrow & Ball, Kravet Inc., Robert Allen and Silestone by Cosentino.

The American Heart Association’s mission is building healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke– America’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers. The Association funds cutting-edge research, conducts lifesaving public and professional educational programs, and advocates to protect public health. By 2020, the Association’s impact goal is to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20%, while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stoke by 20%. To learn more or join in helping all Americans, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit heart.org.

For more information, please visit www.americanheartshowhouse.com.

Thank You New York Cottages and Gardens !

What incredible coverage for the Ronald McDonald House #ProjectDesign2013 showhouse featured in this month's New York Cottages & Gardens.

As many of you know, I have and will continue to share here on the blog so many of the designs and sponsors that made this event possible.

Championed by the entire Kravet team, and with full support by all those that are part of the RMH of Long Island, we all came together in support of the amazing work that is done every day to create a welcoming and loving environment to those that need it the absolute most!




So please make sure to grab your copy of this month's NYC&G right away.. and have a look at ALL of the beautiful designs by each of the designers involved... I honestly couldn't be more thrilled to be sharing the pages with these amazing ones ~ Bunny Williams, Jon Call and Kate Singer ~ here, my partners in crime!

In case you missed it, read all about the design for my room, on the Before & After series here.
Thanks again to all the sponsors that made it possible!

The amazing brands that made it possible:

à BAKER FURNITURE – www.bakerfurniture.com

à BENJAMIN MOORE – www.benjaminmoore.com

à BRIZO – www.brizo.com

à BRUNSCHWIG et FILS – www.brunschwig.com

à CALIFORNIA CLOSETS – www.caliclosets.com Contact: Carolyn Musher 

à CURREY & CO – www.curreycodealers.com

à CUSTOM WINDOWS – (203) 231-3659 Contact: John Hayes

à FILMORE CLARK – http://filmoreclark.com/

à GRACIE – www.graciestudio.com

à KENISE BARNES – http://kbfa.com/

à KRAVET – www.kravet.com

à LEE JOFA -  www.leejofa.com

à OLIVER’S HOUSE PAINTING, LLC – T: 914 954-3742

à STARK - www.starkcarpet.com  Contact: Adam Khan - T: 203-899-1771

à THE FINISHED WALL - Contact: Angela Capan & Nancy Schadt. www.thefinishedwall.com

Please make sure to visit each of their websites, as they are simply amazing!

The "Back To School" ... Work ... Jitters!

Hi Everyone..!
As most of you know, I always make the effort of spending the month of August with kids, visiting the family that we never get to spend time with while we are living in New York.
This year, we decided to take a different route from the usual trip to Portugal's coast, and instead headed to sunny California where we spent an incredible summer with with sun, laughter, days in the water.. you get the idea, right?

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Today was a big day for me, as I dropped off my little one in Kindergarten, my tough middle boy began his first day of 5th grade and prepare for my oldest to start another year in Middle School...
the house is a buzz;
mom's nerves are electrified (that's me)
and I am ready to get 2013-2014 started with a bang!

When it comes to work - this month is jam packed with exciting events,
panels, talks and events that I am a part of (more on that over the next few days)
and plenty of projects that need lots of TLC to get ready for the big photo shoot marathon at the end of this month.

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and of course, I can't forget the fabulous event I have been working on for months - 

the first day of demo started at the Ronald McDonald House "Project Design" and my room and all the fabulous pieces are all starting to come together.

Thrilled to be part of this event and can't wait for the big reveal on October 10th.

So, I am back in the saddle, and have lots to share so I will be seeing you all around the internet.

How was your summer? Share your special events, moments with me here or on my Facebook page - would love to hear all about it.

xo Jennifer