Appearance is everything. I find that a view is secondary. Even in those apartments on the East River, it's dull, looking out at those little boats.
I'll accept commissions from anyone who isn't frightened by my proposals.
Never put sofas against wall.
Cooking is like decorating - it never bores me.
A la Rothschild, a style I define as many good things used irreverently.
Having people be impressed with a house is not a compliment. You don't want them to say, 'What a place!' You want them to sit down and enjoy it.