by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 21, 2016 | People
Birthplace: Elizabeth, New Jersey Résumé: The Quilted Giraffe, Gotham Bar and Grill, Rakel, Mondrian, Gramercy Tavern Current: Craft, Craftbar, and Riverpark, New York; Craft, Los Angeles; Craftsteak and Heritage Steak, Las Vegas; Beachcraft,...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 21, 2016 | People
First design inklings: As a teenager, I was fascinated with the design and was fixated on the grand and imposing buildings I would visit in Europe during my travels with my parents. During my junior year of high school I was a lifeguard at a local pool and there I met...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 21, 2016 | People
Birthplace: Cong, County Mayo, Ireland Mission of the heart: The Thorn Tree Project Project beginnings: The jeep of my friend Jane Newman broke down in 1999 in the Samburu land in Northern Kenya. Samburu Chief George and his family were enormously helpful to her and...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 21, 2016 | News
Spanning 27 stories, the Westin Nashville has debuted in the Music City. Crafted by New York-based David Mexico Design Group and locally based Bullock Smith and Partners, the 453-room property is outfitted with a vibrant aesthetic reminiscent of the Southern city...
by Alissa Ponchione | Oct 21, 2016 | News
Adelphi Hospitality Group has announced that the renovation of the Adelphi Hotel in Saratoga Springs, New York is nearing completion and slated to reopen in spring 2017. The 150-year-old building will retain its iconic Victorian grandeur, accented with modern upgrades...