Spring comes on like a surprise. No matter how old you are, the vibrant yellow of the first forsythia or the range of pinks and purples of the ensuing azaleas and irises, followed by the bright reds and glowing whites of roses and cherry blossoms – you are surprised, as if you are a child all over again. 

This month our Designer Spotlight features Ellen Kastelberg, a Richmond native whose beautiful interiors mix traditional components with a unique twist. Ellen gravitates towards blues and greens when decorating and admires the work of Virginian Bunny Williams as well as New Yorker Katie Ridder. Ellen believes no home is truly complete without a garden stool – preferably an elephant shaped one! Below you will find an interview with this fabulous interior designer who I am lucky enough to work with and call my friend.