Moment of Luxury RSS feed for WLIW programming.http://watch.wliw.org/en-ushttp://watch.wliw.org/Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:46:31 -0500Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:46:31 -0500http://watch.wliw.org/video/1380508898/Host Bill Stubbs completes and furnishes a house in Galveston destroyed by Hurricane Ike and celebrates some of his favorite friends and places.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1380508898/Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:05:52 -0800CultureHost Bill Stubbs celebrates some of his favorite friends and places.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1380502093/Host Bill Stubbs explores the Norman Rockwell Museum in Lenox, Massachusetts, where he learns about the artist's unique creative process from a guide who posed for Rockwell as a child.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1380502093/Fri, 8 Jan 2010 11:37:35 -0800CultureBill Stubbs visits the Norman Rockwell Museum and learns about his creative process.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1380497469/Host Bill Stubbs walks the winding cobblestone streets of the old walled Quebec City to reach the fabulous landmark Chateau Frontenac Hotel, where Chef Jean Soulard invites Bill to his rooftop inspiration, where he tends an herb garden and keeps bees.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1380497469/Fri, 8 Jan 2010 11:36:15 -0800CultureBill Stubbs walks the streets of old Quebec City to the landmark Chateau Frontenac Hotel.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1380488927/Bill explores Galveston's historic district and hotels, shares Galveston's fascinating history, meets some of the local characters, and helps a family restore a home destroyed by Hurricane Ike.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1380488927/Fri, 8 Jan 2010 11:35:03 -0800CultureBill explores Galveston, TX and helps a family restore a home destroyed by Hurricane Ike.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1341185361/Bill visits some secret gardens and learns how to make a simple and low maintenance terrarium with famous garden writer Tovah Martin.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1341185361/Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:59:12 -0800CultureBill learns how to make a simple terrarium with garden writer Tovah Martin.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1341239162/In Houston, Bill revisits a project he began in season one, a family home created for a couple with very different styles that includes a delightful organic garden.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1341239162/Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:22:26 -0800CultureBill revisits a family home created for a Houston couple that includes an organic garden.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1337154241/Bill visits author Edith Wharton's renowned home, The Mount, in the Berkshires in Massachusetts. Before her famous novels, Wharton wrote books on design and gardening and loved to entertain. We go behind the scenes before a special event, a wonderful dinner inspired by a meal in "The Age of Innocence".http://watch.wliw.org/video/1337154241/Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:35:11 -0800CultureBill visits author Edith Wharton's home, The Mount, in the Berkshires in Massachusetts.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1324588917/Bill explores the origins of Mission design, stops by the Alamo, floats along San Antonio's famous River Walk, samples authentic Tex-Mex food at one of his favorite restaurants and learns how to make their signature dish, "Enfrijoladas."http://watch.wliw.org/video/1324588917/Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:14:20 -0800CultureBill explores the origins of Mission design and floats along San Antonio's River Walk.nrCulturehttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317654649/It's time to celebrate! Bill creates a dramatic table setting from scratch for a major New York City benefit. Next, a furniture shopping trip with his daughter Courtney -- with her wedding fast approaching it's time to start decorating that newlywed apartment.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317654649/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:21:17 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill creates a dramatic table setting from scratch for a major New York City benefit.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317654690/Bill visits Lima's magnificent historic sites and discovers the lasting influence of the Incas on modern day Peru. Peruvian contemporary artisans and designers honor their Incan and pre-Columbian roots in creating some of the world's most fascinating art, textiles, jewelry, modern architecture and food.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317654690/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:16:04 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill visits Lima's historic sites and discovers the influence of the Incas on Peru today.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317654619/Bill traces the elegant resort town's history, from the early 1900s when American tycoon and Florida East Coast Railway founder Henry Flagler extended his railroad to the area, putting Palm Beach on the map.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317654619/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:14:42 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill traces the history of the elegant resort town, Palm Beach, Florida.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317649323/Whether it's seafood, coffee, architecture or design, Seattle, where the high mountains meet Puget Sound, is all about a fresh approach. Bill tastes some local specialties at Pike Place Market, one of the oldest farmers' markets in the U.S., and gathers some fresh ingredients to inspire the chef at Chateau Ste. Michelle winery.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317649323/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:13:31 -0800CultureHome & How-ToWhether it's seafood, coffee or design, Seattle is all about a fresh approach.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317649267/Bill visits the grand Newport summer cottages of the Vanderbilt family and other magnates of the Gilded Age, an era of extreme wealth and extravagance. Bill and his friend, renowned party planner Bryan Rafanelli, transform an ordinary living room into a luxurious space for dining and entertaining inspired by the Gilded Age.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317649267/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:11:40 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill visits the summer cottages of the Vanderbilts and other magnates of the Gilded Age.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317648284/Lady Henrietta Spencer Churchill, the daughter of the Duke of Marlborough, gives Bill a private tour of her ancestral home, Blenheim Palace, one of the most famous in England and a Baroque masterpiece.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317648284/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:09:04 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill gets a private tour of Blenheim Palace, one of the most famous homes in England.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317645823/Bill goes behind-the-scenes at the Design Center of America (DCOTA) for the Winter Market, an event that brings together both aspiring and established designers. Offering an exclusive look inside the showrooms, Bill shows how to create an elegant space using simple and accessible materials.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317645823/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:07:24 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill goes to an event that brings together both aspiring and established designers.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317643488/For many people New York City is all about grand scale, but for a designer, the city is about the details. Bill visits his favorite architectural salvage emporium and an old world linen shop that specializes in custom embroidery.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317643488/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:03:50 -0800CultureHome & How-ToFor many, New York is all about grand scale, but for a designer, it's about the details.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317643469/Bill travels to the heart of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende, founded in 1565. The colonial city's cathedrals, haciendas, cobblestone streets and open-air markets are the backdrop for traditional artisans of all kinds.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317643469/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:01:45 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill travels to the heart of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende, founded in 1565.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317640714/Bill gives a personal tour of his beloved hometown, Houston, illustrating the Texas-style luxury of its theatres and classic neighborhoods. Plus, a peak at one of Bill's "works in progress," a total home renovation for a modern Texas family with New England roots. Finally, Bill welcomes his daughter Courtney home to help her select her wedding dress.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317640714/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 06:58:34 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill gives a tour of his hometown, Houston, illustrating its Texas-style luxury.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317638550/Bill Stubbs checks into the former grand Parisian home that is now the Saint James Hotel, and explores the little-known Maison Baccarat Museum and the largest flea market in the world, the Marche aux Puces de Saint-Quen, where he finds an endless array of inspirations to apply throughout his Houston townhouse.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317638550/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 06:57:06 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill Stubbs checks into the former grand Parisian home that is now the Saint James Hotel.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317639139/Bill takes us from Old England to New England. He visits the 1790 home/antique shop and cottage garden of his friend in the charming village of Chesham in Buckinghamshire, England.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317639139/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 06:55:47 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill Stubbs takes us from Old England to New England.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1317657277/Bill saddles up and hits the Salt Grass Trail, where old Texas traditions meet modern luxury, on his way to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the world's largest rodeo, held every year in Bill's hometown. Then, Bill gets fitted for a perfectly "sculpted" cowboy hat and demonstrates how to easily integrate equestrian and western elements into home decor.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1317657277/Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:20:11 -0800CultureHome & How-ToBill saddles up and hits the Salt Grass Trail, where Texas traditions meet modern luxury.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1316837056/Bill goes behind the scenes at Sotheby's, then shows how anyone can create a collection.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1316837056/Mon, 2 Nov 2009 11:19:20 -0800Arts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-ToBill goes behind the scenes at Sotheby's, then shows how anyone can create a collection.nrArts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1316837066/Bill Stubbs dedicates this episode to children and precious childhood memories.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1316837066/Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:03:32 -0800Arts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-ToBill Stubbs dedicates this episode to children and precious childhood memories.nrArts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1316838665/Top designers show their stunning rooms and share their design secrets with Bill Stubbs.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1316838665/Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:05:04 -0800Arts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-ToTop designers show their stunning rooms and share their design secrets with Bill Stubbs.nrArts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1316842238/We learn some of Bunny Williams' easy ideas to create a wonderful home and garden.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1316842238/Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:05:04 -0800CultureHome & How-ToWe learn some of Bunny Williams' easy ideas to create a wonderful home and garden.nrCultureHome & How-Tohttp://watch.wliw.org/video/1316844515/Bill takes in the Old Quarter in Montreal with its magnificent churches.http://watch.wliw.org/video/1316844515/Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:05:15 -0800Arts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-ToBill takes in the Old Quarter in Montreal with its magnificent churches.nrArts & LiteratureCultureHome & How-To