Hands down, our favorite fellow in the design world is Albert Hadley. HE IS ICONIC! And the best part of that is that he has no idea. He is actually from Nashville, Tennessee and began studying design at the Parsons School in New York City. He worked for several companies before he landed famously with Sister Parish forming Parish Hadley in 1971. His rooms have made design history spanning from the Kennedy White House to Mrs. Astor's library.
Although he's been at it for years, we can not get enough of his timeless projects.
One of both of our favorite New York stores, Gerald Bland, offers a collection of sketches penned by this legendary designer.
Just look at his business ad...does it get any more chic than this...NOPE!
images: 1- albert hadley & sister parish; 2- house beautiful; 3- elle decor; 4- lonny; 5- elle decor; 6- gerald bland
6 comments:
I couldn't agree more!
EXACTLY!!!!
And Mr. Hadley is so polite and decorous; and an unusual thing in our world............"self-effacing" and "without 'hubris'" ( Which is different from being humble)
He has the lovely quality of giving credit to those around him; and never "toots his own horn". It wouldn't occur to him.
He is a penultimate gentleman; and a genius besides.
I say, Bravo.
Penelope
I love, love, love the modern living room picture from Elle Decor. I would sit on the couch, enjoy the views and sip a martini. Perfection.
He is indeed the master! I'm with Kate - love the Elle Decor shot - has been one of my favorites. Had the pleasure of seeing him this fall at the Rooms With a View exhibit - where all the rooms were done by alums who worked with him - wonderful!
Yes the greatest! I agree!
This is an awesome post. I love the sketch and I agree very chic! - Broc
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