Monday, December 23, 2013

CHRISTMAS DECOR



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We are thoroughly in the Christmas spirit in the Rinfret & Minicucci house holds.  Houses fully decorated, garland hung, wreaths, multiple trees.  There is not a space wasted that doesn't get decorated for our favorite season.  I have been pinning for a few months to get ideas, as I'm sure you all have been as well.  Here is some of our favorite wreath inspiration...

drawing by Inslee Hayes (love her work) 
images via pinterest

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

CURRENTLY LOVING



I really can't believe that Christmas is right around the corner.  If you're the ultimate procrastinator, like me, you still need some last minute gift ideas.  Here are a few of our favorite things this holiday season...


Thursday, November 28, 2013

A BLESSED YEAR







What an amazing year it's been...  I could not let this week pass without expressing my gratitude for an exponentially special year.

1.) I feel so lucky to have found and married my best friend, 
the love of my life for the last 8 years.

2) My sister gave birth to the second love of my life, her son, Jack Paul Rinfret.  I cannot imagine life without this little munchkin and we are all blessed to have him brighten our days with his mischievous grin.  I'm so thankful for my amazing family and great friends.

3) The Rinfret Group was finally started with my my mom, dee... after years of hoping and wishing... 
Here's to many beautiful homes & happy clients!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

CURRENTLY LOVING- WIDE TAPES





I've decided that I'm completely obsessed with a extra wide trims.  We did a gorgeous Schumacher one in our show house room below and I've been seeing it on Pinterest a lot lately as well.
Here are my favorites:

 (we used this in blue for the sh)

Thursday, November 7, 2013

MAKE YOUR HOME FAB





Here are some pictures of a clients apartment in NYC that were recently published in 25a Magazine.  D wrote the article, which focuses on how art can really make a room.  The Rinfret Group got a little shout out at the end... 

Take a look at this clients amazing collection.

Have a great night!

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

OPENING GALA








This past Friday was the opening Gala for our show house benefiting the American Heart Association.  It was a terrific turnout, with over 300 people in attendance including one of my idols, Alexa Hampton. The entire house looked amazing and I feel honored to be a part of something with such talent involved.  Here are some pictures from the event & from our last month of setting up.  I hope you like our room...  if you are in the area check it out!

1. the rinfret group!
myself and my mother, denise
 
2. our room: a mix of traditional preppy with a modern twist

3. my sister & I at the opening gala

4. my husband & i at the gala.

Off to Mario Buatta & Ellie Cullman's book signing at first dibs!  
Have a great night! 


Thursday, September 26, 2013

OUR FIRST SHOWHOUSE









  

My mother & I are working on a room for a show in Glen Cove, NY starting in October.  We were lucky enough to score a wonderful, light filled sun room (above with my adorable mother).  Our aesthetic is a mix of tailored & traditional (my mother) as well as modern & preppy (myself).  Here is a glimpse at our game plan. The overall colors will be different, but the feeling is definitely reflected in this rendering. 



The process is a lot harder than I imagined. I give designers a lot of credit now that I know what actually goes into creating a room for a show.  Getting vendors on board to lend pieces & fabrics, and also scheming in a very limited amount of time plus a whole lot of money is involved.  In the end though, it is worth it to be able to showcase what your true style is because often times you don't really get to do this in a clients home. 



I can't wait to share more, but until then I hope you like what we've come up with so far.