Stefanie Schwalb

Cozy living room with a dark leather sofa adorned with various cushions, positioned against a brick wall with two large windows covered by light blinds. In front of the sofa is a beige ottoman with fringe, topped with a blue tray holding two green vases and a small yellow vase with flowers. A round woven rug lies beneath the ottoman. To the left, a small round table holds books and a candle, next to several green plants. On the right, a wooden cabinet with glass-fronted compartments displays framed pictures, with more plants on top. The walls are decorated with numerous framed photos and magazine covers. A plush dog-shaped stool stands on the rug near the ottoman.
Home & Property

A Hometown Girl Returns to Her Boston Roots

At a former warehouse in South Boston, interior designer Georgia Zikas creates a studio that doubles as a living portfolio.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Two book covers are shown side by side. The left cover features a watercolor illustration of an open doorway leading to a garden with potted plants, framed by a green border. The title reads "The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon" with the subtitle "Paintings by Scott Jamieson." The right cover has a vintage-style design with torn paper edges, blue floral patterns, and a large blue ribbon tied in a bow. The title reads "Jenny Sais Quoi" with the subtitle "Adventures in Vintage & Personal Style" by Jenny Walton.
Home & Property

Five Art and Design Books for Your Summer Reading List

Artistic interpretations of Bunny Mellon’s interiors, Jenny Walton’s vintage fashion adventures, outdoor entertaining with florals, and more.

By Stefanie Schwalb
A bright living room with large windows and floral curtains. Two dark green velvet sofas face each other with light-colored pillows. A round wooden table with a large glass vase filled with white flowers is centered on a light rug. To the right, a wooden bench with a cushioned seat and a folded blanket sits against the wall, which features white wainscoting, two wall sconces, and an abstract painting. The floor is wooden, and a staircase with white spindles and wooden handrails is visible on the left.
Home & Property

A Wellesley Home Finds Its Quiet Confidence

Three connected spaces exude harmony in color, comfort, and quietly bold design.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Bright living room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a cityscape view. The room features a textured gray sofa with green armrests, a mustard yellow armchair with matching ottoman, a cream-colored rounded chair with a blue cushion, and a blue glass coffee table. A modern chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and a colorful rug with pink, yellow, and gray accents covers the floor. A small side table with a vase holding yellow billy balls is next to the armchair.
Home & Property

A Raffles Boston Condo Trades Neutrals for Jewel Tones

Color, texture, and playful sophistication define a California couple’s New England pied-à-terre.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Four books are displayed side by side. From left to right: The first book has a cover featuring a lush green garden with the title "A MOMENT" partially visible. The second book, titled "Wall Flowers: A Love Letter to Wallpaper" by Elizabeth Rees, has a light blue cover with a green floral pattern. The third book shows an interior scene with shelves and a red chair, titled "A MOOD, A THOUGHT, A FEELING." The fourth book, titled "TITAN SILVER," has a cover featuring an artistic depiction of fish and aquatic plants in shades of copper and silver on a textured background.
Home & Property

Four Art and Design Books for Your Spring Reading List

Peter Marino’s Tiffany silver in the spotlight, inside Kathryn Herman’s Pepperidge Farm estate, adoration for the merits of wallpaper’s worth, and an A-lister’s color-drenched interiors.

By Stefanie Schwalb
A woman with long, light brown hair wearing a navy blue textured dress with a decorative button. She has a diamond necklace and matching diamond stud earrings. Behind her are two framed pictures of large, faceted diamonds, one shaped like a heart. The background wall is light gray.
Weddings

This Second-Gen Gemologist Is Redefining Boston’s Fine-Jewelry Scene

Stephanie Binder’s Boston Diamond Company transforms ring shopping into a deeply personal journey—where every diamond tells a love story.

By Stefanie Schwalb
A bride and groom walk hand in hand down a paved driveway toward a large, elegant brick building with white trim and green shutters. The bride wears a white, off-the-shoulder wedding gown and holds a bouquet, while the groom is dressed in a black suit. The driveway is bordered by green grass and trees on both sides.
Weddings

Three Historic Estate Wedding Venues in Massachusetts

Three local manors—each rich in beauty, legacy, and landscape—invite couples to begin their own chapter of forever.

By Stefanie Schwalb
A man wearing a black riding helmet, glasses, white shirt, beige pants, and brown riding boots is sitting on a brown horse with white markings on its legs and face. Next to them, a woman with blonde hair, dressed in a brown jacket, white pants, and black and brown riding boots, is standing and holding the reins of another brown horse with a white blaze on its face and white markings on its legs. The background shows a white fence, green trees, and hills under a cloudy sky.
Weddings

A Stockbridge Farm Wedding with Horses, an Airplane, and Late-Night McDonald’s

Massachusetts residents Katherine and Harley Waller also celebrated with a WWI-era airplane and a “Pink Pony Club” after-party.

By Stefanie Schwalb
A bride and groom sitting side by side on a bench inside a church. The bride wears a strapless white wedding dress with floral details and a long veil, holding a bouquet of white and red flowers. The groom wears a dark pinstripe suit with a white shirt and tie, and a boutonniere matching the bride's bouquet. They are smiling and holding hands, with stained glass windows visible in the background.
Weddings

This Couple Got Married During Boston’s Fisherman’s Feast

Married in the North End, Margaret Jones and Cooper Milano celebrated their love with red florals, church nuptials, and cannoli.

By Stefanie Schwalb
A bride and groom are standing outside a building, holding hands and smiling. The bride is wearing a strapless white wedding gown with a floral design on the bodice and a veil, while the groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a white boutonniere. They are surrounded by guests who are blowing bubbles, creating a festive and joyful atmosphere. The guests are dressed in formal attire, and the background features ornate wooden doors.
Weddings

When the Bridal Stylist Becomes the Bride

Rachel Puppolo’s effortlessly chic wedding skipped classic New England tropes in favor of a sleek, city-forward celebration at Coquette.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Home & Property

Hidden Rooms and Clever Zones Transform a Needham Basement

A MetroWest cellar remodel reveals a polished, versatile hub.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Home & Property

The Maine Furniture Company That Ditched Stains and Became a Cult Design Favorite

With showrooms in historic Freeport and Portland buildings, Chilton bet big on quality over trends.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Home & Property

Six Art and Design Books for Your Winter Reading List

Secrets of a Houses & Parties soiree, Schumacher’s latest decorating volume, designing a forever home, and more.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Home & Property

This Lifestyle Editor Turned Her Nantucket Family Home Into a Quiet Luxury Brand

With Steplane, Annie Davidson Watson blends Nantucket-rooted design and local craft to elevate the everyday.

By Stefanie Schwalb
Home & Property

Five Art and Design Books for Your Fall Reading List

Glittering jewels from industry icons, the gorgeous gardens of Christian Dior, interior design from illustrious inns of the Northeast, and more.

By Stefanie Schwalb