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August 30, 2024
John and Christine Gachot, principals of design studio and development consultancy Gachot, are the brains behind the 1,500-square-foot refurb of the Keebler J. Straz Lounge, formerly known as the Eleanor Belmont Room. Image courtesy of The Met/William Jess Laird
By Luxury Daily News Service
Hearst’s Elle Decor is corralling its network of design experts for a first-of-its-kind partnership.
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