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Dorothy Draper: Pioneering American Interior Design

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 08.10.24 | Heather Rahl
C. 1941 black and white portrait of Dorothy Draper seated in front a a bust sculpture. New York World-Telegram and the Sun Newspaper staff photographer: Edward Lynch, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | BRG

Step into the vibrant world of Dorothy Draper—discover how her daring designs continue to dazzle and inspire!

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Home Collection Revealed: An Insider’s Look at Lori Feldman’s Gold Coast Home!

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 07.13.24 | Jennifer Ventresca
A grand foyer entryway with sweeping staircase and glass sculpture chandelier by designer Lori Feldman (inset) | BRG

Join us as we peek into Lori Feldman's extraordinary home collection sale, featuring her top 10 favorite pieces and highlights from her celebrated career in interior design.

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Embracing English Countryside Charm with Caley Svensson

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.04.24 | Tam Tran
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In this edition of Complementary. Guest Curations, interior designer and content creator, Caley Svensson, shares her passion for design along with her favorite finds.

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Ultimate Mother's Day Gift Guide: Estate & Consignment Gifts

Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 05.03.24 | ADMIN
The ultimate Mother's Day gift guide includes gemstone pendants, Faberge eggs, and even dogwood inspired rings. | BRG

Celebrate Mom this Mother's Day with unique estate and consignment gifts she'll love. Find something special with our ultimate Mother's Day Gift Guide.

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Meet Your Trusted Partner in Full-Service Estate Liquidation Solutions

Estates 101 | PUBLISHED 03.20.24 | Jennifer Ventresca
The facade of BRG-Southport | BRG

Black Rock Galleries offers personalized, transparent, and expert estate liquidation solutions. Trust us for comprehensive services including USPAP appraisals, online auctions, and a vast transport network

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Vintage Voyages: Cameron Jones' Curated Treasures

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 03.12.24 | Tam Tran
 | BRG

Step into a world of curated elegance with Cameron Jones as your guide. In this exclusive edition of our Complementary. Guest Curations series, Cameron handpicks exquisite items from online auctions and sales, unveiling her unique approach to timeless design and vintage treasures. Join us on a journey through Cameron's design philosophy, her curated selections, and insightful Q&A session, as we delve into the captivating realm of vintage sophistication.

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Design Brilliance: Lindsey's Auction Extravaganza

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 11.03.23 | Tam Tran
Portrait of smiling Lindsey standing in a dining room, wearing a white puff-sleeved shirt, light pink skirt, and a leopard-patterned belt. | BRG

Welcome to a week filled with curated elegance, as Lindsey Coral Harper takes the spotlight as our guest curator. Lindsey curates exquisite items from online auctions and sales, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary.

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The Art of Antique Hunting: Amal Kapen's Timeless Treasures

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 10.20.23 | Tam Tran
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In the world of interior design, blending the past and the present is an art form. Few people understand this better than Amal Kapen, of Amal Kapen Interiors, a renowned "new traditionalist" designer based in Cold Spring Harbor, NY. Join as she shares her expertise, design insights, and passion for preserving the charm of antiques in contemporary spaces with this.

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Luxury within Reach: Ashley Piomelli’s Guest Curation

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 10.11.23 | Tam Tran
Ashley Piomelli and her puppy's image is inset over a French-inspired room with large crystal chandelier, faux fireplace with large gilt mirror, and a vignette of works of art layered atop a mahogany chest of drawers. | BRG

Luxury isn’t always about the price tag; it’s about curated elegance, meticulous detailing, and stories that each piece whispers. Ashley Piomelli, interior designer and creative genius behind Spackle and Shine, curates her favorite lots. If you wonder how to transform your living space without breaking the bank, continue reading.

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When Does Something Become Antique? A Guide for Antique Furniture, Rugs, Jewelry, and More

Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 10.08.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
A vignette of antiques in an antique store contains a mahogany chest of drawers with brass pulls, two oversized covered ginger jars with Moroccan or Middle Eastern design motifs in blue, yellow, green, and white, a pair of green marble-like stone carved f | BRG

Antiques are beautiful and valuable objects that stand the test of time. But when does something become an antique? Explore the definitions of antiques

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