Howard University Alumni Damon Lawrence and Marcus Carey Open The Moor, a Hotel Dedicated to Black Culture — GOOD BLACK NEWS

by Lori Lakin Hutcherson (@lakinhutcherson) According to blavity.com, while attending Howard University, Damon Lawrence worked in the hotel industry as…

I’ve been following (stalking) @hauspitality on instagram for your years and it’s been beautiful to witness their steady growth. I absolutely love the idea of us owning more things and catering to the wellbeing of each other foremost. I plan to stay at all of their hotels! Please read more via Howard University Alumni Damon Lawrence and Marcus Carey Open The Moor, a Hotel Dedicated to Black Culture — GOOD BLACK NEWS

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interior inspiration

All photos by Cush & Co. Not sure how they got these pictures of my house tho.. I really love Cush&Co’s Moroccan-inspired design. It’s clean and fresh yet warm and cozy. I love the contrast. I also believe your space should be your sanctuary, even it’s it’s just one room or corner. Follow them for […]

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Spring Getaway ’14: Part Dos

Atlanta, my third home, is well known for its historic plentitude, delicious food and the greatest rap duo ever in the history of rap [Outkast-duh!], so it’s easy to find [or rediscover] all the cool things this southern gem has to offer. On my recent visit, I had the pleasure of being a guest of […]

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Color of 2014: Radiant Orchid

The color of the year, according to the color gods at Pantone, is supposedly an inspiration for designer’s fashion collections[including interior designs and decor] and reflects the state of the economy? For example, if it were a yellow, we consumers need a pick me up. I think it’s a bit of a crock because I […]

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Bringing Africa Home

If you’re like me with big dreams of traveling the Motherland but can’t yet afford it, try the much cheaper route of bringing Africa into your home. It’s easy to do with simple, chic accessories that make a statement without turning your space into a museum. Many of the fabrics used are bright and graphic […]

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