Uptown Awesomeness

I am starting to think that all the amazing graphic designers I've worked with over the years are all secretly interior designers, too. Another case in point: the gorgeously unique Upper East Side apartment of my former co-worker, art director Jennifer Sidel (who currently works on People Stylewatch magazine).

Lovely Jenn--always a generous hostess--invited me up to her new place recently for a homemade brunch of French toast and fruit (deLISH). And since I had seen her previous pad, I knew that it would be smart if I also invited my big camera along for the ride.

Jennifer's decor is a fun, sexy, eclectic mix of her own original art (the designers I know all often hang their own art, which I love), flea-market finds (she's got the perfect eye), and inspiration from a recent trip to Bali. Check it:

(I love this lamp--she got it for a steal at a flea market in Florida.)

Jennifer also converted a walk-in closet into her home office (I dig a smart small space!). Its wall is filled with photos of friends and family, original art, and my favorite: framed letters and postcards from loved ones.

Thanks, Jenn! xo