This is the first program in the Great Homes and Gardens lecture series.

Throughout his illustrious career, Timothy Corrigan has established a look that is layered and detailed, while being suitable for the way people live today. In his third book, the award-winning designer shares the joys of decorating and living in his latest Paris apartment and a new château, infectiously inspiring us to bring French chic into our own lives. Interspersed throughout are insights on topics ranging from his favorite places in Paris, hanging art, entertaining with panache, and making rooms work for the way you live. Join Timothy for this lavishly illustrated talk as he takes you on an enchanting trip to France that will leave you inspired with a sense of savoir-vivre.

Timothy will sign copies of his book following the lecture.

PROGRAM TIMELINE

5:30–6:30 p.m. | Explore Hillwood

• Enjoy Hillwood’s mansion, gardens, and greenhouse.
• Find the perfect memento from your visit at the museum shop. 

6:00–6:30 p.m. | Members-only wine and cheese reception. Join today!

6:30–7:30 p.m. | Lecture 

7:30 p.m. | Book signing. At Home in France: Inspiration and Style in Town and Country is available in the museum shop.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Timothy Corrigan is one of the world’s leading interior designers. With offices in Los Angeles and Paris, his firm has completed projects in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and across the United States.  

He has been named to virtually every top designer list including Architectural Digest’s AD100, the Elle Decor A-List, Robb Report’s Top 40 Designers in the World, the Luxe Gold List, 1stdibs 50, the Design Icon Award, ICAA Legacy Award, and the Pacific Design Center’s Star of Design. He is the only American honored by the French Heritage Society for his restoration of several national landmarks in France. The firm’s work has been featured in over 1000 publications worldwide.

Timothy has designed licensed collections for Perennials, Schumacher, Samuel & Sons, Fromental, Royal Limoges, THG-Paris, Kyle Bunting, and Dea Luxury Linens.

He has two best-selling books, published by Rizzoli: “An Invitation to Chateau du Grand-Lucé,” and “The New Elegance: Stylish, Comfortable Rooms for Today.” His third book, “At Home in France,” which was published in September 2024.

Timothy serves on the international board of trustees of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art and the French Heritage Society.

Before forming his design firm in 1998, Timothy had a successful career in advertising where he headed up Saatchi & Saatchi’s Bates Worldwide’s international operations. 

ABOUT THE GREAT HOMES AND GARDENS LECTURE SERIES 

Escape February’s dreariness and immerse yourself in the stories of extraordinary homes, lush gardens, and the people who brought them to life in this four-part lecture series.