10.12.2009

Preston Bailey - Fabulous at Designing Events and His NYC Apartment

Preston Bailey is world-renown for producing fabulously one-of-a-kind, opulent events surrounded in dramatic vibrant blossoms, exotic textiles and theatrically lit crystals. After struggling at first in NYC Bailey's best friend, interior designer Vicente Wolf, suggested he create floral arrangements for his clients. It wasn't long before Bailey was designing parties for A-listers like Oprah, Donald Trump and Bill Cosby.

Bailey is also a bestselling author and his latest book, Preston Bailey: Celebrations (Rizzoli September 2009) showcases a sampling of his stunning work. With all this success, he still seems like a down-to-earth guy - love this! And I really like his advice from an interview in the New York Social Diary about throwing a party at your home, “You really have to let go of it – and let them help cleaning up."

No, this is not another one of Bailey's events; It's his dining area in his cozy and colorful NYC apartment. Once part of a wedding by Bailey, the glass ball ornament is beautifully reflected in the enormous floor to ceiling mirror - great design element to visually enlarge a small space. The furnishing throughout the apartment was by designer and friend Vincent Wolf.

Bailey's galley kitchen is simple in black and white. Again, the large mirror helps expand the small space visually. The white urn and flower arrangement is fabulous!

The round tufted leather ottoman is a perfect addition to this small living space. In a pinch it acts as additional sitting and my guess is it allows for storage within. The metallic copper color is a great juxtaposition to the dominate chartreuse sofa, walls and rug.

A pair of orchids and sea shells bring organic elements inside. We can also see a peek into the bedroom and Bailey's racing bike. He is also an avid tri-athlete - go Bailey go!

A beautiful floor to ceiling curtain in teal divides the living area from the sleeping nook. And it's brilliant how he used an easel to hold the TV.

Are you inspired to redesign your small space or throw an over-the-top party? I am.



* images from Preston Bailey and NYSD

15 comments:

Struggler said...

Those parties are breathtaking!
I could happily fill my home with orchids, too.

Laura Casey Interiors said...

He is so talented! Gorgeous photos!

fourwallsandaroof said...

Oh wow. These are totally amazing in a very OTT way! You're right, they do make you feel like throwing an extragant, uber-glamorous party! Except my flower-arranging skills would have the place looking more like a comppost heap than one of these fanciful spaces!

Averill said...

Those orchids are gorgeous -- if only I didn't have cats who loved to eat all my lovely plants!

fromtherightbank.com said...

I've always liked his style. I just love an OTT celebration! That white urn with white flowers is perfection.

The DIY Show Off said...

His apartment is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing and the introduction! ;)

Roeshel

linda @ Craftaholics Anonymous said...

You have a lovely blog. Can't wait to look around!

Heather said...

Those floral arrangements are incredible...I can only imagine what they cost! Most of all, I love that bubble ornament thing. I want one, and think my son would love it! We're all about bubbles these days!

Lindsay said...

Hi Cristin - thanks for stopping by my blog! :)

I cannot believe how amazingly gorgeous his apartment is! It's a work of art :)

Donna said...

I love his kitchen! Thanks for commenting on my blog, love to find new readers and I can't wait to peruse through your archives!!!

Annie@A View On Design said...

those tablescapes are amazing - how creative would you HAVE to be to come up with ideas like that!!! amazing

Emily said...

I love Preston and think he's a genius. So glad to see his home here...great find! Love your blog!

Laura Trevey said...

I have never seen a more gorgeous tabletop than the 2nd image!! Wow....

DoxaHome.com said...

His treatments are always so incredibly gorgeous and dreamy!! And from the look of his apartment, with the overscaled mirror leaning on the wall, the portiere curtain, the TV mounted on an easel, the monochromatic sofa and floor combo as well as the Asian accents, I'd say Vicente Wolf had a little influence.

My Owl Barn said...

Those arrangements are breath-taking. Where can I get an invitations to a party like that?