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HOUSE TOUR l Inside a Gorgeous Apartment at the Iconic Carlyle Hotel

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Gizmo and others find and share these great videos of talented designers and decorators, with diverse styles and charming, appealing personalities … why won’t HGTV, et al, find people like that for shows? Instead of the mostly carp and dumbed-down generic shows that all look the same?

If I had the money, I’d launch a new network. MBHGTV — Much Better Home and Garden Television. :D

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Zalco/bring back Sophie!
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I love GK. His Montreal apartment is great too. His designs are unmistakable.
Bunny
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So beautiful, and he is delightful.
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bpath
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Actually, it’s actually pretty extraodrinary. He actually never has company over, because there is actually no where to sit except on the extraordinary chairs, and no place to set a drink.

Just teasing him. Some great ideas there. I attended some lovely parties at a high-rose Chicago condo, where the sides of the windows were mirrored as he did. It was very effective in adding dimension as well as views.
mtnrdredux_gw
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I liked him and thought he had some creative ideas.

I have to imagine that laquered entry didn't come cheap!
just_terrilynn
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The walls/other paint job throughout his apartment is extraordinary.
bpath
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And I love the elevator foyer.
jill302
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The video was very enjoyable. Love the apartment. A bit too many accessories for me but they totally work for him. Thank you for sharing.
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l pinkmountain
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A colorful introduction to classic design ways of thinking. Design should solve problems and make living life easier and more fun. One should not have to accommodate one's home decor, the decor should accommodate your life and desires. Still many, many creative options within that framework. I would not like all the fabrics gathering dust, and tchotchkes but I love the richness of the aesthetic. I'm sure he has folks come in to dry clean the curtains and steam clean all that stuff from time to time. Not gonna happen at my abode. If it can't be thrown in the washer or quickly swept, mopped or vacuumed, it's going to be problematic . . . silverware is a case in point. I love it, but don't love polishing it, even occasionally. I have so many more things on the docket . . .
texanjana
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Very well done. Thanks for sharing.
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Gooster
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I really enjoyed this tour and loved exploring his work on his website, the rich colors, papers and fabrics come together. The mirror insets on the french doors are quite effective and the paint work was stellar. His client spaces are a bit more edited down (either for the photo shoots or due to the greater space). Some of the blue ones make me swoon for a blue-centric room.

I stayed in the Carlyle years ago and it was great to see an apartment in the building.
Catherine Thompson
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Gorgeous, tasteful, unique! GK is very talented and creative.
arcy_gw
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Sooo many of these designers shop the "Paris Flea Markets" I always get distracted wondering how much it cost to ship the items home. I was unaware there are apartments as part of hotels...curious world we live in...or should I say they live in.
Jilly
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What a treat, thank you for sharing! Fun getting an inside glimpse of living there, and I love his style. He needs his own show. :)
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arcy_gw

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Sooo many of these designers shop the "Paris Flea Markets" I always get distracted wondering how much it cost to ship the items home. I was unaware there are apartments as part of hotels...curious world we live in...or should I say they live in.

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https://www.fleamarketinsiders.com/antique-shipping/
Gizmo
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His old NYC apt
Zalco/bring back Sophie!
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arcy/Gizmo, shipping containers for these purposes are cheap. An entire container costs $3k to ship across the ocean, either one.
scout
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He;s great. I love hearing about his pieces. Anyone see the yellow basket go up through the window at about 5:51?
olychick
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Omigosh, what a totally charming and talented man (new to me). I loved everything about his design and choices in that exquisite apartment. Maybe my favorite for the everyperson was the folding book doors hiding the tv. It was such a color immersive experience to take that tour - made me feel exactly the opposite of how I feel when viewing all the cookie cutter gray rooms on these forums and every other popular decor site. Thank you so much for posting this!
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just_terrilynn
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The old apartment also has those amazing high gloss walls/trim.

He has one incredible painter that's for sure. It takes things to a whole new level.
jaja06
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I know he lives in a whole different world than I do, but the upside-down rug, print-to-canvas art, and storage in the unused tub felt so relatable!
nhb22
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Loved both videos, as well.

I think that my favorite part was the sliver of mirror alongside the doors. I wish I could talk my DH into doing that next to our French doors, and also along the window sides. Expensive!!!

I have often thought that the two Persian rugs inherited from my grandparents looked more vibrant on the back side. Have considered turning them over.

Two ideas that Garrow talked about have already been incorporated into my new home. I have always loved a banquette and finally put one in the kitchen. Not as fancy as his, mind you. :)

The other idea was a hidden shower.. I tucked a full bathroom around the corner from the formal foyer and dining room. It's off of the study that could be made into an extra bedroom at some point. I wanted the bathroom to function as a guest powder room but did not want an exposed shower. Should the shower be needed at anytime, or the study is turned into a bedroom, the full bath is available. Of course, the door remains open for a shower and there is a great ventilation fan. The door can be removed permanently for a more open feel. I have thought about using the space as storage, but do not need it. My grandchildren like to hide in it. :)

Study with opening to foyer to the left (dining room beyond), and door to the powder room on right. The bookcase area can be made into a bedroom closet. There are two sets of windows in this room.

Powder Room with hidden shower
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nhb22

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Loved both videos, as well.

I think that my favorite part was the sliver of mirror alongside the doors. I wish I could talk my DH into doing that next to our French doors, and also along the window sides. Expensive!!

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Maybe something like this could be an option:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/580069349/flexible-mirror-sheet-on-a-roll-very?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_a-craft_supplies_and_tools-decorations_and_embellishments-mirrors&utm_custom1=
scout
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Just posing the question again because I’m curious…did anyone see the yellow basket or elevator go up outside the window by the lamp at about 5:51? Just trying to figure out what it was. Maybe window cleaners?
Gizmo
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You're not seeing things

Don't think it's window washer - more like a construction basket for the building across the way
scout
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@Gizmo LOL yes I watched it again - looks like a yellow tub maybe for constructon.

I must say though that the designer and his mannerisms are just adorable and endearing!
nhb22
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Gizmo - I don't think that material would be the same. And how to attach? I read up on stick-able mirror-like materials, but the reviews were bad. Looks like funhouse mirrors.

scout - I meant to post earlier that I had seen the bucket go up. I thought the same as Gizmo. It was funny!

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