Influence: I once had the rare opportunity of salvaging and recreating a traditional brownstone in Boston. Favorite shops: Lennegan & Marantz in South Hampton for fantastic custom furniture and antiques. Collections: Old printers drawers filled with antique memorabilia. Philosophy: Everything happens for a reason in my book. I am a big believer in karma and never forcing one's ideals onto another. Inspiration: Walking around some of the many lakes that surround us. I always seem to bring the outdoors, inside as much as possible in my designs. Design Icons: Frank Lloyd Wright but am currently interested in Jean Nouvel's new louvre in Abu Dhabi.