Michael Mortell’s new retail space shows designer’s eye for style

Michael Mortell may have made his name in fashion, but that’s not his only passion. For many years, he’s also been an avid private collector of rare pieces for the home.

Michael Mortell may have made his name in fashion, but that’s not his only passion. For many years, he’s also been an avid private collector of rare pieces for the home. These assorted items, which he picks up on his regular excursions around the world, range from furniture and lighting, to objets d’art, paintings, ceramics and glorious curios, predominantly from the first half of the 20th century. And now he’s found a home ...