Friday Five

From a nostalgic Italian-American restaurant to a former bank turned neighborhood bar, the Siren Betty founder shares five projects that capture her studio’s layered approach to interiors

The Los Angeles designer shares 5 sources of inspiration—from Korean decorative painting to Italian automotive design—alongside 5 projects that define his own approach.

The Cerno co-founder and design director shares the places, objects, and hands-on projects that continue to shape his approach to lighting design

From a George Nelson home in Montauk to the beaches that fuel her creativity, the architect and designer shares 5 personal inspirations—and 5 projects that define her work.

Architect and designer Bryan Young shares the artwork, music, and places that continue to inspire him.

The Alkemis Paint co-founder shares the artists, landscapes, and experiences that continue to shape her creative perspective

The Aranda\Lasch principal shares his love of his kids’ art, Piranesi, chairs, and more.

Benoist F. Drut, collector and owner of the Manhattan gallery Maison Gerard, shares some of his favorite pieces, from a Louis XV armchair to an Eiffel Tower sculpture, and more.

Architect Amanda Martoccchio shares some of her favorites in nature, from Hawthorn trees to the Rocky Mountains, and more.

Designer-builder Lidia Valdivia shares some of her favorite destinations, from Egypt to Greece, and more.

Known for her expressive use of color, interior designer Jasmin Reese shares her love of a Hercules ring, her cat, the driving range at night, and more.

East Hampton-based architect Xiao Lin shares some of her favorite objects, from her grandmother’s mala bracelet to a ceramic incense holder, and more.