Designed to Dine is a celebration of creativity and style, the proceeds from which support various nonprofits for basic needs, community health, job training and youth success programs across Darien, Stamford, and Norwalk. A select group of the area’s finest 30 designers will each present an imaginative tablescape that is reflective of their own unique taste. -Community Fund of Darien

This project serves as a vibrant expression of my design philosophy, where the art of the table meets a signature blend of vintage soul and contemporary edge. For this showcase, I curated a tablescape that balances historical charm with modern luxury, pairing heirloom pieces with sleek, present-day accents. This "high-low" and "old-meets-new" approach reflects my broader interior design aesthetic: creating spaces—and experiences—that feel deeply personal, curated over time, and effortlessly sophisticated. By layering antique-inspired elements with bold, modern silhouettes, the design celebrates a timeless style that is as much about storytelling as it is about visual beauty.