It’s hard to believe the holidays are almost upon us. Like many, I’m looking forward to reconnecting with friends I haven’t seen in a while—those friendships that pick up as though no time has passed. I hope you, too, are preparing for a warm holiday surrounded by people who care about you.
As always, this time of year reminds me to count my blessings. I am deeply grateful for my dedicated staff, trusted vendors, skilled artisans, and most importantly, my cherished clients. Thank you all for being an invaluable part of my journey in bringing creative visions to life.
Life is indeed full of surprises, and I am especially thankful to the city of Nashville for warmly embracing my work. I had the joy of presenting my book, Creative Interior Solutions, at several Nashville events. I’m honored to have my Nashville project featured in Nashville Interiors magazine.
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Though summer vacation season feels long over, I hope yours was filled with joy, relaxation, and cherished moments with loved ones. As we transition into autumn, it’s time to refocus and dive back into our work with fresh inspiration.
Finding Beauty in Durability
As I reflect on my creative direction, I find myself drawn to the softer side of living. Recently, I had the pleasure of designing an apartment commissioned by a discerning client whose beloved but destructive dog had previously wreaked havoc on her home’s furnishings. Despite this, I was able to source high-performance fabrics and reimagine floor coverings that offer both luxury and resilience. This project reminded me that designing for real life doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice beauty. This project was about creating a home that is both functional and stunning, a place where the homeowner and her dog can live comfortably without worrying about damage.
A Humbling Recognition
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been recently been named to Designers Today Magazine’s inaugural Power List, recognizing 50 top designers. It’s a true honor to be acknowledged among such talented professionals. This achievement motivates me to continue pushing the boundaries of design while staying true to my philosophy of timeless elegance.
I’m truly thankful for the continued support of my clients, colleagues, and friends and for allowing me to share my journey with you. I look forward to creating more beautiful, functional spaces this season and beyond.
It’s been so gratifying spending this past month in my garden. I love the sun’s warmth and getting my hands into the earth. What a thrill to see the flowers I’ve planted begin growing from the ground.
I also welcome the chance to embrace the season with accessories that please the senses. Here are a few things I’ve done that you may wish to enjoy as well:
I’ve switched out my winter scented candles for ones that have a lighter, floral scent.
Consider buying battery operated candles that can be placed inside of lanterns; many varieties have timers. They bring such sparkle to outdoor spaces, gardens and walkways. See one on my patio below.
Everyone loves a bonfire. They always bring people together. If you don’t already have one, there are marvelous models fire pits that utilize alcohol gel.
Get some of those great-smelling new citronella candles that no longer smell chemically. Nobody likes getting eaten up by flying critters, so they may as well smell good.
Something I do in Montauk is buy perennial plants and put them in clay pots, like I have on my stone patio in Montauk. At the end of the season, just plant them around your garden to enjoy for the next year.
Having returned from my annual travels just two weeks ago, I am still relishing the many sights, tastes, and adventures from “parts unknown”, as Anthony Bourdain would say. Always seeking inspiration, my visits to Bali, Thailand, Chad, Egypt and Namibia brought me so much inner peace and visual delight.
In my encounters, it’s the children who bring me the most joy. No matter where I go in the most remote areas of the world, people are as curious about me, as I of them. The faces of the adults express apprehension. The children are simply delighted to meet a well-meaning stranger. Above, in Namibia are young, Himba Tribe boys enjoying my presence; the older boy is showing me the necklaces he and his family make and sell.
I love the stories told with heart through my interpreters, and I love the hunt for just the right pieces to bring back to my VW Home by Vicente Wolf showroom. Pictured above are their woven necklaces with metal beading, which the Tribe is known for. They are beautiful when worn or displayed on stands.
As of November 18th, I will have completed my book tour for this fall. I’ve so enjoyed speaking to enthusiastic audiences across the country with such positive feedback about my book. Out of all the pre and post publicity for my book appearances, and all the publicity I’ve accumulated throughout my career, this is the very first time I have appeared on a highway billboard! Thanks so much DCOTA design building in Dania Beach, Florida for plastering my face on I-95. And they tell me it’s two-sided!
Vicente continues to amaze as he defines and describes his creative process for interiors. In a webinar hosted by DARA CAPONIGRO, the well-regarded Creative Director for F. Schumacher & Co and former Editor-in-Chief of Veranda and before that, Founding Editor of Domino who also held several senior editorial posts and House Beautiful and Elle Décor magazines, Vicente shares his interior design secrets. This Deep Dive with Dara webinar examines how Vicente conceptualizes furniture layouts with architectural alterations he has developed in floorplans.
