Ted Kennedy Watson

Ted Kennedy Watson named his businesses Watson Kennedy in honor of his father Kennedy Watson. Kennedy was his father's first name and is Ted's middle name. Ted moved to Seattle in 1986 to be a pro at the Seattle Tennis Club and later became President of the Pacific Northwest Professional Tennis Association. A consummate gift giver, he was asked to be part of the creative team for the Bill Gates/Melinda French wedding event while still teaching tennis.

In the Spring of 1994, he began his wholesale business, The Watson Kennedy Collection. Decorating magazine states, "from tennis pro to taste maker." His attention to detail, talent for display, and love of beautiful objects were the impetus for the opening of his two stores.

"I feel the shops are an extension of my homes. To make people feel comfortable, provide a beautiful setting, surrounded by lovely things. Gracious living and gift giving are such key aspects of who I am. The shops are a reflection of my life, my travels, the things I love"

Ted's homes have been featured in Country Living, Better Homes & Gardens, Seattle Homes & Lifestyles, Pacific Northwest magazine, House Beautiful, and on HGTV's Homes Across America.

When not overseeing the stores, he loves spending time with his partner, Theodore Sive, at their beachside cottage on Vashon Island.