Most of us know that Thomas A. Kligerman was raised in Connecticut and New Mexico, and spent years in France and England as a student. These experiences sparked his interest in the rich history of domestic architecture, gardens and landscapes. Before co-founding Ike Kligerman Barkley, Tom worked for Robert A. M. Stern Architects and received his Bachelor of Arts from Columbia University and his Master of Architecture from Yale School of Architecture. He is passionate about the design process, and loves studying and creating architectural models. He serves on the boards of a number of charitable and educational institutions, including as the President of the Sir John Soane’s Museum Foundation. Tom and his family enjoy summer weekends racing sailboats on the coast of Rhode Island.

But there are a few things you probably don’t know and we have the answers. Click through for Tom’s insider secrets and favorite places around the world.

La Mamounia

The legend’s inspiring spaces were designed by French designer Jacques Garcia, and there are lovely gardens. – Katie Leede