by Michael Hampton | Mar 13, 2010 | Uncategorized
I have always had a particular fascination with fountains. Perhaps it is the relaxing sound of the water, bubbling forth from some secret source, or maybe it’s how they draw you to them with their beauty and charm and the promise of delight.David and I came...
by Michael Hampton | Feb 20, 2010 | Uncategorized
I am very excited to be participating in this years DC Design House benefiting the National Children’s Medical Center. This year promises to be a big success with some of DC’s best designers participating. I’m thrilled to be doing the Guest Bedroom....
by Michael Hampton | Jan 30, 2010 | Uncategorized
Can you ask for anything better then salted caramel coffee and assorted macaroons at Laduree’.How about a collection of mirrors by Lin Vautrin?Or a carved fountain depicting Janus, the god of gates, doors, doorways, beginnings, and endings.Stroll along the Seine...
by Michael Hampton | Jan 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
Located on the edge of the Parc Monceau in Paris lies one of the cities most extraordinary museums. The Hotel Camondo was designed by the French architect, Rene Sergent (1865-1927) and completed in 1912 for the wealthy banker Moise de Camondo. In 1860 Comte Moise was...
by Michael Hampton | Jan 21, 2010 | Uncategorized
David and I just returned from a four day trip to Paris. It was a whirlwind of sightseeing, eating, and visiting with friends. During our previous trips we always stayed on the left bank in St. Germain but for this trip we really wanted to try something different. So...
