Hi, I'm Maia.

(Pronounced Maya)

I'm a visually obsessed, native New Yorker, who's always searching for the coolest in design, food & travel. 

Over the last 5 years, I left a well established career in healthcare to pursue my passion for design and writing.  This website is my little piece of inspiration, thoughts & adventures as I seek out the most creative spaces  & experiences around the world.

I hope you find this inspiring & share with me what inspires you as well! I'd love to hear from you. Thank you for visiting!

xx,

Maia 

 
"Doctors save
lives by
constructing
a healthy life.
Designers save
lives by
constructing
a life worth living." 
 
-Mark W. Perrett
 
5 #vivalacool moments this week 4/10/2015

5 #vivalacool moments this week 4/10/2015

Food. 

Le Clown Bar via Milk Magazine 

le clown bar's colorful traditional decor & inventive servings keep this space fresh among foodies and tourists alike. 

design.

How gorgeous is the packaging for the Marc Jacobs Beauty line?! Which is your favorite? 

travel. 

Pelourinho, Brazil was named one of 11 most colorful cities in the world! Definitely a must visit. 

home.

This super chic mix of high fashion photography and traditional decor make for the perfect retreat. 

cool.

Tiger Store via Refinery29

I just discovered one of my favorite stores in Copenhagen is opening stateside! You are all in for a Danish decor takeover once Tiger opens in the Flatiron next month! 

WallpaperSTORE*
7 favorite chairs from around the internet

7 favorite chairs from around the internet

An inside look at Fashion Designer Jason Wu's Studio

An inside look at Fashion Designer Jason Wu's Studio