On this week’s show – “In Search Of Beauty” my guest is abstract artist Liz Leggett. Liz Leggett’s art has been exhibited nationally and internationally and she has participated in artist-in-residence programs in Israel, Spain, Nova Scotia and most recently at the Weir Farm in Wilton, CT. Liz describes her painting as predominantly process-oriented and her canvases serve her as an arena for speed, tension, deconstruction, rebuilding and grappling with expectations of conformity and control. For all of those reasons, I am anxious to talk to Liz!

Betsy and I will discuss the color BLUE in our homes, in our work and how BLUE effects our daily emotions and behavior. BLUE is a color often found in nature and for this reason people describe the color BLUE as serene and calm. But, depending upon the tint, BLUE can be seen as strong and productive as well.

Louis is one of those master florist that paints with flowers and uses petals and stems to write poetry. Louis’ goal is to help his clients express themselves, whether the feelings are love, admiration, respect or sympathy; Louis transforms those feelings into breathtaking flower arrangements.

Before I see it; Dennis Miller sees it first! Dennis Miller Associates is a trade resource for fine contemporary furniture, lighting, and carpets. The company is dedicated to providing trend-setting, luxurious design created by the best of today’s designers.

Richomme is the top antique restoration company in the New York metropolitan area and beyond. Mary and I are going to discuss the value of having antiques in our homes! We will talk all about specialized finishes and whether to restore, refinish or touch up important furniture.

Andrea and I are going to talk all about – how color tells the stories of our life’s and more importantly our homes! We will discuss the vast array of Benjamin Moore’s available paint colors, their color research and what I am excited about discussing color trending from year to year. I want to discuss quality of paints and what makes Benjamin Moore the leader in fine interior and exterior paints throughout the country.

Ray and I have had projects in the same neighbor at the same time in San Francisco and Miami. Ray and I are going to talk about the differences between a Decorator and an Interior Designer and I am excited to talk to Ray about his prestigious career, his design vision and his relationships with his clients! I want to talk about design in Miami and how Ray approaches it differently than in New York or San Francisco for that matter. Finally, Ray and I are going to speak about the changing Interior Design Trade and what the future holds for the Industry.

Hardy’s work is committed to creating landscapes, especially parks and other public spaces, as a way of improving the quality of urban life. Much of the workshop’s work pushes beyond traditional landscape typologies such as plaza, street, or garden, to landscapes that draw on diverse cultural traditions and influences of the contemporary urban landscape. Hardy’s is involved in directing projects of varying scales and types: temporary installations, private residential gardens, public spaces, parks, and commercial projects. With a particular emphasis on projects that explore the symbolic content and expressive power of landscape as an art form, the Workshop specializes in the investigation of new expressions in landscape design.

“A Beautiful Home” my conversation with Denis Rosenberg from Birch Family Services. It has been my honor to work with Denis and the entire staff at Birch Family Services to create and design homes for adults with Autism. Birch Family Services imagines a world where individuals with autism and developmental disabilities are celebrated for their abilities, uniqueness, and potential. Dennis and I will talk about the challenges; and there are many, but the rewards are great! Everyone deserves to live in a beautiful home.

“Yesterday To Tomorrow” my conversation with gallery owner, designer and mid century style and furniture expert Evan Lobel. Evan established Lobel Modern in NYC in 1998. His vision was to promote important vintage mid- century design that focused on exceptional craftsmanship and materials with an emphasis on furniture that crossed over into art. Lobel Modern has since become a critical resource for designers, architects, and collectors around the world seeking high-end 20th century modern furniture, lighting, art, and decorative objects. Evan’s research and scholarship is sought after by numerous projects and publications. He is the foremost expert on the works of the American Furniture Designer Karl Springer and coordinated a retrospective for one of the first modernist designer Harvey Probber. I remember the early days when Evan had his shop on West 18th. He featured then a magnificent collection of the exuberant Modernist designs by the important 1950’s glass artist Anzolo Fuga. Join us Tuesday Night @8pm for a fascinating conversation.