My Favorite Things

“I am obsessed with Italian interiors, especially from the ’70s. This book showcases the best apartments from that period. It’s chock full of incredible references.”

“I designed these glasses when I was creative director at Oliver Peoples and still wear them every day. They remind me of my time there and the fun memories I shared with the team.”

“I am constantly inspired when I travel, be it by a metro lamp post, a terminal gate, or an ancient artifact. My way of committing these vignettes to memory is by sketching them.”

“I try to hit the flower market in L.A. every weekend; it’s honestly better than therapy. The colors, the smells, and the energy are magic. After, I come home and cut all the flowers with this tool.”

“I love to collect vintage lighting and spend a criminal amount of time trawling auction websites for the rarest lamps. They are my guilty pleasure. I have this one in my house in L.A. It’s a little pleasure each time I turn it on.”

“My days always start and end with this incense. I light one as soon as I arrive at my studio in Milan or L.A. It sets the mood, no matter where I am, and helps me settle into work mode.”

“We just got this sexy stereo system for a young client in Milan. I don’t own it myself (yet), but it’s now definitely on my wishlist!”

“I’m a bit of a skin-care nerd and pride myself on knowing the latest must-have products—but I’ve been religiously using this soap for 15 years, which says something about its staying power.”

“I’ve always admired how Mrs. Prada plays with surprising proportions, colors, and materials. The intellectual tension she is able to create with her design is something I look forward to achieving in our interiors projects.”

“Good flatware is the perfect detail to elevate your dinner game. I like to host, and I love to bring a design element to the table.”

“I serve these little biscotti with espresso, and they’re always a hit. Sant Ambroeus is a client of ours, so I am (for better or for worse) just one phone call away from refilling my tin.”

“I function best with a uniform, which includes this cozy jumper. It was a gift from Carolina Cucinelli and Alessio Piastrelli, who are clients and dear friends. Now, I’m addicted to their soft, timeless staples.”