A New York apartment filled with timeless treasures and designer history
Susan Forristal, a New York resident, has filled her East Village apartment with exquisite pieces, many of which have an intriguing history. These items include works from renowned English antiques dealer and designer Geoffrey Bennison, who also worked on high-profile projects like the Rothschilds' New York apartment.
Forristal's apartment, located in a landmarked building that was once part of Stuyvesant Farm, showcases turn-of-the-past-century architectural details. One standout piece in her living room is a set of George Smith armchairs, originally owned by Bennison himself. These chairs now complement an Oushak rug, which Forristal purchased at Bennison's estate sale in 1985.
Bennison's influence can also be seen in Forristal's former Central Park West home. In the 1980s, he designed the living room for her and her then-husband, Lorne Michaels. After their divorce, Forristal used some of these items to furnish her current East Village apartment. The exact architect or designer she commissioned for this task remains unknown.
Forristal's apartment is a testament to her taste and the enduring appeal of Bennison's designs. The items she's collected, from the Oushak rug to the George Smith armchairs, not only add character to her space but also tell a story of New York's rich design history.
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