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"HILLARY THOMAS believes that good design is not something off-the-shelf or necessarily one particular style. Rather, it’s an eclectic mix of the high and the low where inexpensive flea market finds and fine antiques can coexist effortlessly. Hillary believes in “wabi sabi"; the Japanese design terminology that means "finding beauty in the imperfect" resulting in interiors that are refreshing, surprising and intimate. Originally from Locust Valley, Long Island, Hillary brings her passion for good design and open spirit to all her projects. Her goal is to bring out the inner-creative in even her most left-brained clients. Rooted in her belief that life is multicultural, multilayered and inspiring, Hillary harmonizes her clients’ lifestyles, tastes and beloved objects into a well-designed and highly individual living space. Hillary Thomas Designs was launched when Hillary collaborated with architect Mark Appleton to redesign and decorate a Spanish-style cotta...

I'm obsessing over pond yachts . They keep popping up which is fueling my obsession. I found this gorgeous photo of pond yachts in Paris on the blog Reverie .  It was taken by Melanie's talented photographer husband, Sean Patrick McArdle.  While reading one of my favorite blogs, Starfish and Sundresses, I came across this post on India Hicks'  Hibiscus Hill Home on Harbor Island!  Right away I spied my beloved pond yacht!  I love how she placed it in front of the bookcase. It wasn't the first time I've been completely smitten with something in India's fabulous island home.  I've coveted this image of her desk area with the shell type-setter tray for years! A few weeks ago, I completed one of my own ! I will be hanging it soon and promise to post photos.  I guess what you focus on expands because as things go... I just happened to be browsing One Kings Lane a few weeks ago and there it was!  It arrived last week.  I've...