dessins, llc

Penny Drue Baird, the owner of dessins, llc, is an internationally renowned interior designer, celebrated for her top tier interior design and architectural detailing. Ms. Baird creates atmospheres filled with architectural detail, warmth and sophisticated charm; she has a penchant for European traditions and style. She is known for her in-depth knowledge of sources, especially in Western Europe. Baird divides her time between her offices on Madison Avenue and her outpost in Paris. Dedicated to creating highly personalized homes for her clients, Ms. Baird's creativity is inspired by traveling through Paris, London and the English and French countrysides, in relentless pursuit of unique, fine antique furniture, objets d'art, and cutting-edge new design furnishings that her clients will not see in other homes. dessins' work is eclectic in the true sense of the word, blending different styles, mixing a cocktail of her client's dreams and way of life. dessins likes to think of its work as "couture," completely tailored to its clients and their objectives. Whether traditional French, casual, chic or minimalist, dessins realizes its clients fantasies. Baird has been named to Architectural DIgest's list of the Top 100 Architects and Designers worldwide for the past 20 years. She has been featured and quoted in more than 100 magazines, newspapers and books, both in the US and internationally. In October 2008 Random House released Baird's first book, BRINGING PARIS HOME. The second book, THE NEW FRENCH INTERIOR, was released by Random House in September 2011. Her third book, DREAMHOUSE, was released in April 2015.