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Ariel Ashe and Reinaldo Leandro opened their architecture and interior design firm in New York City in 2008. Their relaxed, contemporary aesthetic bears the influence of American Southwestern, Latin American, and European design, and has earned clients including Liev Schreiber, Naomi Watts, Rashid Johnson, and Seth Meyers (who happens to be Ashe’s brother-in-law). Upon the release of their first book, Ashe Leandro: Architecture + Interiors (Rizzoli), Ashe and Leandro share their picks for a stylish life

David Zwirner Books

$60

Alice Neel, Uptown

“One of our favorite artists. Also an easy gift when you want to feel more creative than just buying a candle.” —A.A.

Playing Cards

$35

“We always travel with playing cards. These are so cute and leave a cool mark if you leave them behind.” —A.A.

Smythson

$265

Plain Paged Soho Notebook in Panama

“What says ‘I’m an architect’ more than sketching on your beautiful leatherbound notebook? Also a lot nicer than taking notes on your iPhone.” —R.L.

Matouk

$99

Cairo Scallop Towel

“Our favorite towels. They bring a touch of whimsy to any bathroom. And now they match Charmin’s toilet paper that also comes with scalloped edges!” —R.L.

The Row

$1,550

Hodette Skirt

“This skirt is so architecturally crisp it’s hard not to feel like a Greek sculpture. But in a young way.” —A.A.

Il Buco Vita

$62

Seaglass Salt Dish

“Yes, this could be used as a salt dish. But if you are middle aged, it is also the perfect little vessel to carry all of your morning pills, vitamins, and supplements.” —R.L.

Aesop

$126

Bathrooms Essentials Bundle

“Their body and hand wash are the best. That their graphic design and packaging is so on point is icing on the cake.” —R.L.

Donsje Amsterdam

From $94.00

Lotus Dress

“We love everything Maisonette. This dress says ‘Yes, my mom chose it. But I love it!’” —A.A.

Tory Burch

$428

Cat Printed Denim Skirt

“This is fun, especially in the current moment. A perfect way to scare off men who hate cat ladies.” —A.A.

Polaroid

$149.99

Now Generation 2 Starter Set

“Just own one. Bring it out at dinner parties, at cocktails, at installs (if you also happen to be an interior designer), and create beautiful memories.” —R.L.

Coming Soon

$145

The Pill

“Even if the owners of Coming Soon weren’t our friends, we would 100 percent be fans of their shop. With this pill-shaped carrier you can be the fun host wherever, whenever.” —R.L.

Ariel Ashe and Reinaldo Leandro

$65

Ashe Leandro: Architecture + Interiors

“If you can’t buy our book in your local bookstore (where you should demand they order it!), it’s okay to go to Amazon. A great gift for design-oriented friends.” —A.A.


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