EYE SPY JUNE 2022

"Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else."  -- Judy Garland

Here are some amazing first-rate designers, doing what they do best! I am always so humbled to be in such great company, bravo!

Happy Pride Month, keep designing and being your best selves! I know it feels like the world is crumbling, but I promise, we will all get through this. 

xoxo, John Lyle

I Spy the Frederik Chair and Shagreen Classical Game Table...

Interior by Traci Rock, on Instagram, in Chapel Hill, NC.

This gray, antique silver and steely blue palette is the perfect space to get your game (and drink) on! What a gorgeous room in this historic home.

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I Spy the Pyrite Table in Matte Stainless Steel...

Interior by John Berenson, on Instagram, in Miami, FL.

Custom furniture takes time... but all good things are worth the wait! I love the finish combination Mr. Berenson selected for this luxurious pad, cool matte silver with a pure white rock crystal top.


I Spy the Artis Side Table...Down Under!

Interior by Dylan Farrell Design, on Instagram, in Sydney, Australia.

This designer worked in collaboration with Thomas Hamel and Hugh Campbell to create this beautiful, artful living space. I love what Dylan says, "the world really, really needs to work on its sense of humour..." I so agree, good design shouldn't be too serious!                                                                              photo by Francois Dischinger


I Spy a Fire Screen No. 1...

Interior by Maria Tenaglia, seen on Instagram.

Don't let you fireplace treatment be an afterthought! It should lend sophistication and warmth to the room. Ms. Tenaglia is a pro, this is just gorgeous.


I Spy the Aston Andirons in Polished Bronze...

Interior by Peter Pennoyer, in Galerie Magazine, on Park Avenue in NYC.

It was love at first sight when the Aston Andirons met a Calacatta Vagil fireplace on Park Avenue! Mr. Pennoyer is the ultimate luxury matchmaker.

                                                                                                         photo by Eric Piasecki


And if YOU want to Spy a Sneak Peek of our NYC Showroom reno...

Head over to Downtown Mag's website, and my personal interview with the lovely Linda Sheridan! Our new look will be paparazzi-ready in September!

John Lyle