The Daily Summer’s July Issue Is Here!
By The Daily Front Row
Its that time of year again! THE DAILY SUMMER’S annual list of the best-dressed ladies and gents on the East End is here! Who’s turning heads this season?
Architectural Digest: Tour Purvi Padia’s Dreamy West Village Duplex Penthouse
The interior and tabletop designer’s airy Manhattan home reflects her love of entertaining, classical architecture, and first-rate hotels
By Leilani Marie Labong | Photography by Adam Kane Macchia
Within the modern vernacular of new West Village residential buildings, New York City–based designer Purvi Padia’s own family duplex could be considered a wrinkle in time. Underpinnings of classical architecture—from exacting symmetry and sturdy columns to dramatically veined stone slabs—give this 5,900-square-foot space its firmitas, utilitas, venustas (Latin for “strength, utility, beauty”).
“All of these [architectural details] remind me of old buildings in Greece and Rome,” says Padia, who shares the home with her financier husband, Harsh Padia, and their two kids. “To me, the depth and heritage that you find in a more [traditional] space feels more interesting and warm.” The project architect, Alex Nizhikhovskiy, of the Turett Collaborative, a local design studio, attributes this visual texture to “adding an extra layer of detail, scale, and sense of craft,” he says. “Much like you would find in classical architecture, but without feeling too heavy.” This age-old architectural trinity is epitomized in the home’s centerpiece—a voluptuous, curved staircase. In the airy double-height foyer, it rises like a tendril of smoke yet carries as much aesthetic weight as more orthodox ways of making an impression through design.
“There isn’t a lot of color around or art on the walls, so the staircase becomes the main sculptural art piece,” says Padia. “It’s a real focal point that not only draws you deeper into the apartment, but also becomes a touchstone that you can see from almost anywhere inside.” As a board member of UNICEF USA, Padia regularly throws philanthropic cocktail parties in her home for more than 100 people (or seated alfresco dinners on its 2,500-square-foot terrace for up to 60). Perhaps no surprise that she finds design’s influence on the guest-host relationship especially meaningful. “Design is my study, but hospitality is my passion,” says the New York native, who readily channels her experiences visiting hotels like the Astir Palace Hotel in Athens and the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris into decoration that brims with transportive qualities. “There are so many beautiful design elements that seem to be reserved for hotels, but why?”
Modern Luxury: Cover Star Alexandra Daddario Talks Hamptons Life, Fame and Film Career
Alexandra Daddario casts a captivating spell on screen and off as she returns to the Hamptons for an enchanting, endless summer
Modern Luxury | By Phebe Wahl
By all appearances, actress Alexandra Daddario might seem like a quintessential Hollywood starlet—glamor- ous red-carpet moments, hit television series, and a slate of upcoming projects that span from Gothic thrillers to historical biopics. But when summer rolls around, she trades studio sets for salt air, returning to a place far more personal: the Hamptons. Long before the region became a see-and-be-seen scene, it was where she rode her bike barefoot, discovered secret bays and learned the quiet joy of a dollar hot dog.
Appetito: Purvi Padia Offers 6 Tips for Hosting at Home
The designer and founder of tabletop company Revelry lays out the ground rules for a successful hosting experience for the holidays or anytime
Appertivo | By Morgan Hines
Hosting is a longtime love of mine. Nothing feels better than showing my loved ones a beautiful evening or afternoon complete with delicious food, wine, and inventive cocktails and ambiance.
While I start planning with excitement, each time I host I find myself in a spiral of stress wondering how I can make the experience better for my friends and family. Despite my qualms (and multiple last-minute trips to Trader Joe’s), I always wind up having a nice time.
But there are ways to make your dinner party, backyard picnic, or birthday affair shine a little brighter, according to interior designer Purvi Padia, who founded tabletop company Revelry and opens up to Appetito about her expertise in and adoration for hosting.
Padia, who calls hosting her “love language” is no stranger to the hosting journey — and while the place settings may differ, her mission is usually the same.
“For me, the ultimate goal of a dinner party is for everyone to feel welcome and at ease because those things are non-negotiable for a good time,” says Padia. “So, all of my tips are with that goal in mind.”
Padia kindly shares her tips below with Appetito:
1. Personalize the experience
I always have at least one personalized element at every dinner party – big or small. It immediately makes everyone feel loved. It can be as simple as a quote or word at each place setting that reminds you of that guest or something a bit more involved like a personalized valet tray at each setting with the guests initials. I often do things like a handwritten note, a small piece of engraved jewelry, embroidered napkins or a photo of a fun memory with that guest. Extra points if the personalized element is on theme with the dinner — for my Annual Jammies x Jewels Girlfriends Dinner, I’ve done things like personalized sleep masks, personalized sleep shirts and sweet engraved charms.
2. Don’t stress
If the host isn’t having fun, no one is having fun. None of your guests care if every detail is perfect. They are there to spend time with you, have an evening of human connection and precisely to destress! Your guests will remember how they felt that evening, not whether every dish was perfectly seasoned. As the host, your mood and energy sets the tone for the entire evening, so relaxed is the goal.
3. Be mindful of dietary restrictions
You definitely don’t need to stress about the menu. If cooking is something you love, go for it! But if it’s not your thing, keep the food simple. The only things to be extra mindful about are allergies and restrictions. Ask your guests their food preferences when they RSVP so you can make sure everyone has a couple of options.
4. Be thoughtful about seating
Good conversation is the key to any successful dinner party — it’s what keeps people engaged. So, keep personalities in mind and try to ensure that every person at the table knows at least one person they are sitting next to so there’s an immediate sense of comfort. Dinner parties are also the perfect way to make new connections so consider your guests’ hobbies, passions, and lifestyle, and seat commonalities in close proximity.
5. Set the tone
There’s a reason restaurants spend so much time on perfecting lighting and music. These two elements immediately create a vibe. So think about the night you want to have – lively and light, moody and chill, or dim and dreamy, and create a playlist that matches that. For lighting, think about lamps, candles and if your lighting system enables you to dim the overhead lighting, take advantage of that too!
6. And of course, a statement tabletop
Tabletop is my passion so for me, the tabletop is an integral part of the mood and the evening. It is a fun and easy expression of style and there is no need to overthink it. Just pull elements you love and play with texture, silhouette, fabrics and florals. A beautiful tabletop creates a setting that feels warm and welcoming, shows your guests that you put some effort into the evening and encourages guests to linger even after dessert.
A&D Building: Step by Step
By Thomas Connors | Photography by Adam Kane Macchia
Every home reno project—no matter how seemingly simple—is built on myriad decisions. So many, in fact, that it can be tough to know where to begin. But when interior designer Purvi Padia decided to rework the West Village duplex she shares with her husband and two children, she knew exactly where to start: the staircase.
“As the staircase is situated in the middle of the apartment it was super important to me that it looked special from every angle.”
—Purvi Padia
Sixtysix: Modern Meets Classical in this West Village Duplex
By Gianna Annunzio | Photography by Adam Kane Macchia
Imagined together by award-winning architecture and design firm The Turett Collaborative (TTC) and homeowner and interior designer Purvi Padia of Purvi Padia Designs and REVELRY by Purvi Padia, this West Village duplex in New York City offers a sublime interplay of materials and textures, showcasing crisp architectural details and stone surfaces.
After spending a few years settling into their five-bedroom duplex in New York City’s West Village, the Padia family decided it was time for a change. They took stock of what worked, what didn’t, and how they truly used their space—and that’s when they approached the interior design team at The Turett Collaborative (TTC).
The TTC team was first sought after to design the 5,500 sq ft home’s centerpiece—a sweeping curved staircase. The project, led by TTC architect and partner Alex Nizhikhovskiy, eventually grew into a collaboration between the firm and homeowner, Purvi Padia, founder of Purvi Padia Designs and REVELRY by Purvi Padia, inspiring a complete revamp of the apartment.
The result is a welcoming abode with fluid circulation and design that unfolds at every corner, unified by thoughtfully curated finishes, lighting, and furnishings.
Business of Home: How do you find inspiration in a creative lull?
By Aidan Taylor
Creativity ebbs and flows, and sometimes you may find yourself in a rut—call it “designer’s block.” This week, we asked seven industry pros—architect Marcos Santa Ana and designers Paris Forino, Erin Hannon-Watkinson, Linda Hayslett, Claire Hung, Chris McGovern and Purvi Padia—how they get inspired when they feel stuck.
OUTSIDE PERSPECTIVE
“When I find myself in a creative lull, I look outside the industry. My most inspired moments come from travel. I am fascinated by different cultures and how beauty translates from city to city, country to country, and culture to culture. Whether it is architecture, fashion, food, transportation—each place has such a distinct and unique voice. I love having the opportunity to interpret those silhouettes, textures, colors, layers, mechanics—all the elements—and to see how I can interestingly translate those into relevant design.” —Purvi Padia, New York
Hamptons: The Entertainer
JUST IN TIME FOR HOLIDAY GATHERINGS, INTERIOR DESIGNER PURVI PADIA SHARES HER MUSTS FOR AN EASY, CHIC DINNER PARTY.
By Phebe Wahl
“The key to hosting an effortlessly beautiful gathering is curating an interesting collection of pieces to create a space that feels warm, inclusive and fun, yet also special, elevated and exclusive,” says interior designer Purvi Padia (purvipadia.com). “And the secret for the hostess is to find pieces that inherently lend to this mood.” We asked the top tastemaker to share her secret sources.
East End Taste: How Interior Designer Purvi Padia Elevates the Hamptons Dining and Entertaining Experience
Purvi Padia is a New York City-based interior designer who founded her design firm in 2008. Her firm focuses on integrating both modern and classic elements to high-end residences throughout the country with a focus on New York City and the Hamptons.
With thirteen years of experience, she brings a unique and fresh unparalleled level of expertise to each project. Purvi Padia is an expert when it comes to tablescapes and entertaining. We recently sat down with Padia to approaching tablescape designs and her favorite ways to spend summer out east.
Regarding your interior design background, how do you organize your ideas for tablescaping?
I very much think of the table as a mini space I’m designing and take into account the same elements – proportions, silhouettes, layout, textures, mood and functionality.
What are your favorite pieces to use/attract the most attention when designing?
Any piece in a tablescape can be the statement element. That’s what makes tabletop so fun. You can always change it up – it’s low commitment! Sometimes I’ll make the focus a set of intricately designed dishes and everything else will be understated.
Other times, I’ll use the dishes as core grounding elements and play with height and shimmer through dramatic candle holders and tapers. And yet, other times, it can be all about the floral statement with gauzy fabrics. That’s precisely what I love about tabletop – you can create different moods and stories daily – it’s like fashion in that way.
Mini: 10 Minutes with Interior Designer Mom Purvi Padia
An interior designer, philanthropist, and hostess extraordinaire— Purvi Padia wears many hats.
After spending a decade of her career in the beauty and fashion industry, Padia set out to begin her namesake residential interior design firm in 2008 with a focus on both New York City and the Hamptons. Through her design work, the NYC-based designer has not only mastered aesthetically balanced and effortlessly elegant homes, but also family spaces and impeccable tablescapes for memorable entertaining.
On the philanthropy front, the mom of two turned her passion into purpose by joining a number of non-profit boards, including UNICEF USA, whom she partnered with in 2018 to found PROJECT LION— a unique initiative that has helped over 850,000 orphans in India in the five years since its launch.
We caught up with Padia below to talk everything from her favorite kids movie to what’s on her nightstand and what she would do if she had more hours in the day!