Photography © Amaury Laparra
Tihany Design's Rome Studio Preserves the Past with an Eye on the Future
The napkin sketch proves again and again that inspiration can strike anywhere. But who wouldn’t do their best work in a fabulous, 19th-century palazzo with soaring 15-foot ceilings, expertly restored frescoes, and bespoke furniture? That’s what the Tihany Design team in Rome gets to enjoy every day in the space they conceived and designed themselves under the direction of Alessia Genova, owner of Tihany Design. In the brand's new home just steps from Piazza Navona, the Rome studio continues to serve as a strategic hub for New York–based Tihany Design’s international practice, overseeing projects across five continents.
“We Latin women can take on this work that before was only done by men of a certain age, North American or European. The doors are opening. … And there are more and more opportunities for everyone." |
Photo by Manuel Zúñiga
—Mexican architect Frida Escobedo, based in Mexico City, who made history as the first woman to design a wing at The Met
A Celeb Home? Or a Monterey Peninsula Hotel? You decide.
Blending serene coastal inspiration with residential warmth, Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove offers a nuanced hospitality experience that sits somewhere between escapism and comfort. Designed by Narrative Design Studio, the property reflects the Monterey Peninsula while also incorporating brighter hues, curated local artwork, and tactile, home-like details. The result is a space that feels personal, place-driven, and quietly (maybe surprisingly?) luxurious.
//3877 Designs a New Gastrobar Serving Up Vibes + Ceviche
On a busy Bethesda corner, Pisco y Nazca is doing the most—in the best way. Designed by , this grand gastrobar pulls from Peru’s Nazca Lines in everything from the guest journey to the artwork. A neutral, desert-inspired base sets the stage for bold textures, glowing gold ceilings, and a woven bar canopy that steals the show. Add in a hummingbird mural, a mobile by Roberto Sayas, and plenty of playful details (hi, llama figurines), and you’ve got a space that feels equal parts cultural deep dive and really great night out.
Photo © Amaury Laparra
Five Questions With Alessia Genova
The career path for interior designer Alessia Genova is the stuff dreams are made of. At 19, the future owner of Tihany Design approached legendary designer Adam D. Tihany and told him she wanted to work for him one day. That bold introduction reshaped her career. In this edition of Fab 5, the Italian-born, New York–based designer reflects on timeless interiors, sensory-driven hospitality, the value of restraint, and why the best spaces feel layered, intuitive, and emotionally resonant rather than trend-driven.
Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026: 6 Funky Finds for Bold Commercial Spaces
While I was thrilled to jet off to Milan to attend Salone and traverse its myriad pavilions in search of the coolest new products around—comfy tennis shoes at the ready—I did not expect the unbridled joy, excitement, and energy that pulsated from every corner and passerby.
The energy of Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 was akin to shedding an AI-slop manufactured skin in favor of tangible, man-made (or at least man-directed) forms—real, substantial, and lacking in computational artifice. It was a stellar year for design, which just goes to prove that when the world goes a bit dark, creatives are essential. This is one industry that refuses to be constrained—and I’m here for it.
This year’s Salone introductions were a return to narrative-based materiality, indulgent tactility, bold, warm colors, and playful, kinetic designs that encourage human connection.
Bolon’s New BKB Colorways Expand Options for Eco-Minded Specifiers
Commercial interiors see all the action but can never show it. That’s why so many specifiers rely on Swedish manufacturer Bolon’s BKB collection of high-performance woven flooring. By merging the durability of resilient flooring with the comfort and acoustic benefits of soft surfaces, BKB delivers a practical solution for high-traffic interiors. Manufactured in Sweden using 68% recycled material, renewable energy, and a commitment to circularity that resonates with North American specifiers, Bolon has expanded its BKB product line with four new sisal-inspired colorways.
Yes! Concrete Can Be Charming: The Double Tee Table Recasts a Classic Form
With subtle curves, hand-finished surfaces, and tonal variation, the Double Tee Table collection is challenging concrete’s reputation as a purely brutalist material. Designed by MANOS and STRANG, the line reinterprets the iconic double tee beam, which was made famous by midcentury architect George Leedy. The result is a refined, yet approachable table series that is versatile enough for both indoor and outdoor use. Making its official debut at NYCxDESIGN, Double Tee showcases how material innovation and thoughtful design can reshape even the most rigid of typologies.
Part of “When Apricots Blossom” at Milan Design Week 2026: “Deconstructed Yurt” by Kulapat Yantrasast and WHY Architecture (above left); “Bringing The Inside Out” by designer Bethan Laura Wood with Uzbek artisans (above right). Images courtesy of ACDF
Milan Design Week 2026 was alive with imagination. While some moments leaned into high-energy spectacle, more often than not, the week delivered unforgettable experiences brimming with substance. Rich, narrative-based concepts, expressive spaces crafted to transport, inform, and move the viewer, and a significant pivot toward collectible design were the overarching themes. These are some favorite moments along my 20,000-steps-a-day path in Milan.
From Refugee to Architect of Hope in LA
Nerin Kadribegovic of Kadre Architects reflects on how being a refugee has shaped his deeply human approach to architecture and why dignity should never be value-engineered out.
The Birthplace of Hip-Hop Just Got a Major Upgrade
WXY Studio has created The Bronx Music Hall as a flexible, community-driven hub, with spaces that shift between performances, exhibitions, and gatherings.
SNEAK PEEK: räkkhaus Atari Hotels Phoenix Is a Playable Dreamscape
This upcoming fully immersive hotel is rewriting the rules of hospitality, blends gaming, nightlife, and architecture into one glowing, high-energy destination.
Cozy Up at FoundRae Aspen's Luxe Mountain Library
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Design Connects Us: NYCxDESIGN Festival, May 14-20, 2026
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