Period began in 1990 as Richard Livingston, a former fashion retail executive, established himself as a New York based antique dealer. The name is a reflection of Richard’s élan for timeless and stylistically diverse furnishings. He often assisted clients in transforming their fascinations and hobbies into collections of uniquely found objects, a talent he would advance as a defining element in creating personalized environments of tailored elegance. His clients came to depend on Livingston’s ability to engage his sharp intuitive sense for their lifestyles with his vocabulary of fine period furnishings and accessories. Livingston re-established Period as an interior design firm in 1993 to offer a full spectrum of project management skills in addition to his creative talents and far-reaching design expertise. Period’s resource library is a testament to its unwavering search for the latest and finest materials, design developments and up-to-date technologies. Richard Livingston’s personal commitment to each project ensures that form and function synthesize into a sophisticated atmosphere from which his clients can proudly stage out their lives. home history portfolio contact email