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a Hawaiian island to a Hamptons hideaway to a Cape Town lagoon, plus paradise seen through the written word
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Bon Voyage Think about what inspires you. For me, that’s always been travel. I spent 16 years as a travel journalist, and I got to see some amazing sights. My home reflects that: I have surrounded myself with remnants of my globe-trotting. There’s the hand-knotted rug from the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, the painted feather from a Mayan village on the Yucatan Peninsula, and the small basket that I picked up in downtown Cape Town, South Africa. In the case of this energetic October issue, I’m not alone. The designers we feature also find their inspiration in the “place.” In our Vision department, p. 28, Susan Jamieson of Bridget Beari Designs experienced her favorite outdoor project in Tulum, Mexico, where her clients built an eco-friendly abode amidst the jungles of the Sian Ka’an biosphere. Inspired by the natural beauty of Kauai, Hawaii, the Paradigm Design Group transformed the Hilton Garden Inn Wailua Bay into an indoor/outdoor gem that captures the tropical essence of the island (p. 38). The designers and architects of a home in the Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate near Cape Town allowed the place, Botrivier Lagoon, to dictate and determine all of their choices, from the furnishings to the roofline (p. 44).
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And a new globe-spanning book “Houses by the Shore,” by Oscar Riera Ojeda and Byron Hawes (Rizzoli New York, 2018), features 35 spectacular homes, all of which perch on rivers, lakes, lagoons or beaches (p. 34). The clay of North Carolina inspired potter Joseph Sand to relocate from Minnesota to the Tar Heel State to build a Japanese anagama kiln and handcraſt large, outdoor sculpture (p. 58). And it was the lure of this same Piedmont region that helped attract 50 designers to our first Design ExperieNCe event. They not only spent three days touring the area’s manufacturers and accruing CEUs, they also got a taste of our local culture and cuisine, even sampling The Goat Lady Dairy. For a look at all the fun, turn to page 62. My hat is off to our contributor behind the Curate department, p. 12, Tracy Bulla, who is following her wanderlust to Lisbon, Portugal, where she will continue to freelance the pages from across the pond. We will miss you, Tracy. If you, too, love globe-trotting, you’ll love this around-the-world issue of Exterior Design, which you can enjoy from the comfort of your chaise longue at home. □
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TANTALIZING TEXTILES .........................................................................................................................................................................................
PERFORMANCE FABRICS TRANSCEND THE BOUNDARY BETWEEN CONTRACT AND RESIDENTIAL
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BY ELAINE MARKOUTSAS
Bringing the indoors out with a continuity of style has been the mantra of outdoor furniture manufacturers for some time. But a curious thing happened along the way.
in June were such head-turners, it was easy to project beyond o ce or hotel settings right onto outdoor residential terraces, decks and poolside.
The innovative materials both for furniture and performance fabrics have become so stylish and gorgeous, consumers are responding: “Hey, wait a minute. I like this for inside, too. I have a dog and three small children. An upholstery fabric or rug that’s cool-looking and stain-resistant Yes, please.”
ew of the elite brands are shy about color, more oſten explosively presented in attention-grabbing patterns. Thick, almost carpet-like flat weaves are sturdy and fashion-forward. Some stretchy knits offer dimensionality because of special stitching, similar to that on uilts.
Guess what The same thing is happening in contract furnishing especially in textiles. And the performance offerings at NEOCON
Even simple geometrics took on new levels of interest, especially with the designers’ back stories.
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Above: Patterns in the Wonderlust line have roots in the masks, dolls and ceremonial objects donated by Alexander Girard to The Museum of Folk Art in Santa e. Right: A school of jellyďŹ sh informed the circles on Madam Dottie, part of the Curious Crowd collection by Ghislaine ViĂąas for HBF.
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At HBF Textiles, New York designer Ghislaine Viñas looked to the energy of the ocean for her first fabric collection, Curious Crowd. She teamed refined knits and weaves in modern graphic stripes and polka dots in bold scales in bright and pastel palettes that include orange, blue and yellow. There’s an intentional playful aspect to “the clownish attitude and outrageous patterns of the sea slug and the beauty of the undulating jellyfish.” The Museum of olk Art in Santa e offered a springboard for the Wonderlust Collection by fabric designer Kimberle Frost for Mayer abrics. Inspired by folk art ac uired all over the world by collector, designer and benefactor Alexander Girard, Frost worked with Sunbrella to create seven engaging patterns. Interpretation and stylizing adds whimsy and personality to Wonderlust like the “eye” of protective milagro charms, the geometry of 18th century Netherland sewing samplers, the embroidery of a Guatemalan blouse, or the cross-hatching on pottery from Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico. Sina Pearson nodded to midcentury modern architecture in Palm Springs for her new line for Momentum Textiles. The Palm Springs Collection features five designs in classic geometric shapes. Also from Momentum is the Cityscape Collection by Stanley Felderman and Nancy Keatinge. Its geometry resembles an abstract skyline. The rich, heavy-duty weave and vivid palette one that features magenta, orange and a medium blue will add sizzle to outdoor (see p. 4). The simple geometry of circles and s uares dazzle in Knoll’s Island pattern, a mesmerizing geometric of overlapping orbs. It’s presented in a perfect scale—neither too small nor too large— and the berry palette is fashion-forward. So is Arc-Com’s teaming of mustard, black, gray and white in the Reverb Collection. The four patterns celebrate rhythmic movement and get their energy from musical styles.
Four patterns embrace the Reverb Collection from Arc-Com: Crescendo is linear and larger scale; Sonata stripe is a mid-scale multicolor; Staccato is a large scale with multiple swatches of color; and Solid is a single hue mimicking natural wool fiber.
Whether it’s a solid color with texture or a bold pattern, textiles have the power to energize the outdoor space. And with contract performance added to the mix, the opportunity for personalization has never been stronger. □
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HBF dives into design with the Curious Crowd Collection by Ghislaine Viñas. Inspired by aquatic creatures, the line comprises refined knits and weaves in modern graphic stripes and polka dots.
Sina Pearson’s Palm Springs Weekend Collection takes its cue from midcentury architecture from the California city and indoor/outdoor living. The five patterns feature classic shapes and linear motifs. Even better, they’re sunfast, bleach-cleanable and moldand mildew-resistant.
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Part of the Tobi Fairley Collection for Woodbridge Furniture, the Carlyle outdoor chaise is styled in the spirit of 18th century Chippendale originals. Featuring a delicately wrought fretwork back, the chaise is craed from aluminum and then powder-coated for a weatherproof ďŹ nish. Shown here with custom upholstery. woodbridgefurniture.com
ELEMENTAL DESIGN BY TRACY BULLA
................................................. In a tech-filled world, the siren song of nature lures with the promise of harmony and sanctuary. So unplug, relax and embrace the healing properties of the elements, while benefiting from the beauty of nature in your own individually curated space. The veritable explosion of high design influences on exterior furniture and accessories allows for impeccably designed places to suit every taste.
ART GLASS
Luscious swirls of lime embolden Kosta Boda’s translucent glass plate. Designed by Ulrica Hydman-Vallien, the Mine Collection honors timeless glassmaking techni ues fused with modern flair. kostaboda.us
POOL READY
Root Cellar Designs introduces Porch, an outdoor textile that is water-, mold- and stain-resistant. The resulting vibrant array of colors and patterns make for pillows that are perfect poolside or under the pergola. rootcellardesigns.com
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TEXTURAL FOCUS
CURATE
A collaboration between Patrick Norguet and Ethimo, the Nicolette dining armchair experiments with subtly sophisticated colors of aluminum (warm white, olive green, coee brown, dark gray, black sepia and warm red). Add a backrest of natural teak and water-repellent pleated upholstery for eortlessly elegant variations. ethimo.com
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S AV V Y S H O P P E R
The delicate openwork construction of Maharam’s market tote belies its substantial construction in rich leather. This modernist carryall transports picnic essentials and is just the right size to be the ultimate wine carrier. maharam.com
T R AY C H I C
The patterned tray by Scholten & Baijings for Maharam re-creates an original textile print on oak. So, tonal shades of blush balance the graphically bold incarnation of the Blocks print. maharam.com
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EVER GREEN
CURATE
Gold Leaf Design Group’s custom botanical arrangement boasts a realistic impression while standing up to the elements. Best for protected and covered outdoor areas, the variegated Pittosporum planter conveys a minimalist, organic aesthetic. goldleafdesigngroup.com
SCULPTURE GARDEN
Handcraſted of metal, the Stainless totem from Gold Leaf Design Group makes a divergent statement when juxtaposed against flora and fauna in a natural environment. Highly polished orbs extend upward, rising dramatically with almost celestial intent. goldleafdesigngroup.com
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STREAMLINED SILHOUETTES
OK Design’s barely there Centro dining chair transitions from indoors to outdoors with ease. The coordinating Bam Bam table is inspired by the ray motif of the brand’s classic Acapulco design, and the all-metal version is suitable for outdoor usage. okdesign.biz
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E N L I G H T E N E D S PA C E
The pure, contemporary design of Manutti’s Flame outdoor candleholders elevates the simple icker of a candle, made from powder-coated aluminum. Available in several sizes, the candleholders can be artistically grouped to create a warm, welcoming outdoor space. manutti.com
BASKET WOVEN
Inspired by a wicker basket, the Patricia Urquiola–designed Canasta chair for B&B Italia reinterprets the octagonal holes in traditional Viennese cane. The enveloping, ergonomic shape highlights the classic-meets-contemporary design. While the Viennese cane look is retro, the polyethylene texture underscores modern advances. bebitalia.com
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SCREENING ROOM
Paola Lenti’s Giravolta screen comprises a series of rotating panels arranged according to a geometric sequence. Each panel is made of Diade, a new Paola Lenti signature plastic material that is recyclable and available in several colors. The screen can be customized by choosing modules of different dimensions, thus craſting a uni uely individual composition. paolalenti.it
LOUNGING AROUND
Designed by Marco Acerbis for Talenti, the Eden daybed oers the ultimate venue to decompress. Available in a powder-coated aluminum frame in either white or graphite, the handy canopy features an opening/closing hydraulic system. talentisrl.com
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INSPIRED. ENVISIONED.
EXCEPTIONAL.
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BEVOLO
New Orleans
BY JENNIFER BRINGLE
Founded more than 70 years ago by metalsmith Andrew Bevolo Sr. and architect A. Hays Town, the Bevolo gas lamp exudes classic Southern style. The pair employed a hand-riveting technique rather than brittle soldered joints to give their lamps an upscale look that withstands the elements. Today, copper craſtsmen—including third-generation owner Drew Bevolo— replicate that same practice to make heirloom-quality lighting that brings the French Quarter to any porch. □
OUTDOOR SPACES ARE CRUCIAL IN HOSPITALITY DESIGN
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he daughter of highly regarded Dallas-area designer Beth Rafferty, Shay Geyer fell in love with the business by watching her mom. She began designing professionally herself in 2000, joining the family business, IBB Design ine urnishings a full-service furnishings store and design center founded 35 years ago by Rafferty in risco, Texas.
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In the years since joining the firm, Geyer has built a solid reputation for sophisticated, stylish designs that reflect her knack for playing with color and pattern. And she’s become a bit of a star in the design industry, serving as an expert panelist at trade shows and on television, and designing her own fabric collection, as well as rugs for Nourison. We recently caught up with Geyer to chat about her perspective on outdoor design and how her robust online presence has helped build her name in the industry. What is your philosophy for designing for the great outdoors? With outdoor design, my biggest mantra is: Beige is boring. The outdoor areas really should be an extension of the interior of the home, and we really try to carry the design aesthetic outdoors. We work with the landscape architect, the builder everyone involved to make sure those details are executed outside, and we really home in on how the family uses their outdoor space. What are some of the challenges you face designing outdoor spaces in Texas? rom a functionality standpoint, I oſten joke there’s really only 4 weeks of the year that are truly ideal for outdoor living. We’re embarking on our fall season, when it’s crazy good patio weather. What we see here is a lot of covered patios off the family room, and they put a fireplace and sitting area. We oſten do motorized shades where you can close off the room if you want to but still have a view. What’s your advice for adding pops of color to outdoor spaces? A good tip for those who may be scared of color and pattern is to use nature as your inspiration. Use the colors of the sky, grass, trees even pop in a sunny yellow or a soſter buttery yellow. I think if people use nature as a cue for color they’ll find the colors
Geyer is known for using bold pops of color and mixing patterns to energize outdoor spaces. Her mantra: Beige is boring.
are very soothing and bring dimension and interest to the outdoor space. That palette works really cohesively with nature. How have the advances in performance fabrics changed the way you design? It’s really exciting how much fabrics have changed—several manufacturers even have outdoor velvet and linens. I think that even further blends interior and exterior spaces because not only do clients want those fabrics outdoors, but indoors as well if they have kids or grandkids or pets. You can use those fabrics inside or outside and have those yummy textures. Why has it been so important to your brand to have a strong online presence? For us, social media is really a great way to get our work out quickly. We can show peeks of what we’re working on and
just connect with people. We get a lot of business from the things we post on social media. And as designers, our clients are relying on us to be experts, so sharing that we’re going to market and doing CEUs and networking with manufacturers and other designers is important to show. It’s nice to have your portfolio on your website, but that’s not interactive. If you’re doing Instagram and that kind of content, you’re showing you’re an expert, and people want to work with you and get your advice. In the world today, people expect that, and they really like to see how things are made. People are online Googling stuff, so for you to be someone who can give them the answers to something they’re looking for is huge. You might not get a call immediately, but the frequency of putting yourself out there and answering uestions for our business, it has been great for growth. □ exterior design | 27
S Th e Who l e L ook BRIDGET BEARI DESIGNS DOES NOTHING LESS
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usan Jamieson is an acclaimed interior designer behind the Richmond, Virginia-based firm, Bridget Beari Designs. If the name sounds familiar, that’s because she has her own Bridget Beari wallpaper and paint collections. She’s also been a guest on the hit show, “Fix It and Finish It,” and her designs have appeared on HGTV, TLC and NBC, as well as within the pages of Southern Living, Coastal Living and Traditional Home. Lucky us: Susan took time out from our Designer ExperieNCe event (see p. 62) to tell us about her all-time favorite outdoor project. You’ve been in the business now for 25 years, when did you start noticing more requests for exterior design? We’ve always done outdoor. We’re based in Virginia, so we have gorgeous springs and gorgeous falls. People always have outdoor spaces, whether it’s a traditional patio or whether it’s a screened porch or outdoor pool area. This particular project (shown, right) is unique because it’s in Tulum, Mexico, and it’s all about the outside. How did it come about? It started with a husband and wife who have property in Richmond, and I did their house there. They vacationed in Tulum quite often. Then the Sian Ka’an, a biosphere reserve between the Caribbean ocean and the lagoon, became open for building eco-friendly properties. So they jumped at the chance to design a home that’s completely green in concept. (For more, go to exteriordesignonline.com.) Do you have a design approach for the outdoors that’s different from your indoor philosophy? I think it’s all the same. It’s just an extension of a living space. You want to watch TV and do everything you do inside . . . outside. In the South, we have to worry about the heat. So you’re more concerned about the finishes and the quality of the pieces. Nobody wants to buy something that’s going to fall apart, and things are so easily destroyed by the weather. It’s critical to have good quality pieces. Are there specific elements for a luxurious outdoor space? There’s always a fireplace, and there’s always an
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Above: The Tulum, Mexico, project features a rooſtop pool area that combines lounging and dining; furniture is Janus et Cie with a Stark Rug. Right: A Janus chair sits on the lower wrap-around mahogany deck.
over-the-top seating area. It’s pretty much having those unique spaces. And I find, just like in Tulum, that it’s not just one big space—we’re creating smaller rooms within that space so that people can get away. For an Atlanta project, we had something covered, something that’s not covered, something that’s by the pool, something that’s by the fire. You’re having these small points of conversation where people can get together. It’s not just one big, massive patio anymore.
What is your advice for interior designers who are just now doing outdoor areas? There are so many good reps; they really help a lot in the furniture business. Our Janus et Cie rep in D.C. was amazing in getting us instructions for care in Spanish and English. They will guide you if you don’t know how to do it. They can help with fabric choices for different climates, for different seasons, what to do about pollen, and they’re your resource.
How do you delineate those spaces? Mostly through the architecture or through the way we design small walls or the way we set up the fireplaces. It’s about creating those spaces through the architecture first or through the landscaping design, and then the furniture should embrace that. The furniture shouldn’t overshadow the architecture or the landscaping. It should enhance it and be a part of it.
If you’ve never done outdoor, I would approach it the way you do indoor. It’s a space that you know the people want to entertain or they want to cook—it’s just like a kitchen outside. You’ve got to have a dining area. It shouldn’t be something that’s passed by; it should be incorporated from the beginning of the project. We do a lot of new construction, so it’s always the landscaper, the designer and the architect all working hand in hand to create that whole look for the house. □
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STEVE ELTON TELLS THE STORY OF BROWN JORDAN
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ack in 1990, before any sleek marketing executives had uttered the words “brand ambassador,” Steve Elton became one. He knew a good story when he heard one, and he began telling the world about Brown Jordan, a brand that he unabashedly believes in nearly three decades later. “I’m 63 years old, and when I’m talking with you about Brown Jordan, I’m getting goose bumps,” Elton reveals. “That’s how it still affects me to this day.” Having just received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Casual Furnishings Association, the self-proclaimed “Mr. Brown Jordan” still has a tale to tell. How does Brown Jordan connect with the design community? Brown Jordan is classic elegance, with lines in the ’40s, ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, all the way into the 2000s. One of our best-selling collections, Venetian—one of the many that Richard Frinier did for us—came out in 1 8 . We just put it at the Ritz in Paris. Still to this day it’s relevant because we’ve done more forward-thinking finishes. or the design community, it’s not just about the product. We think we’re a fashion brand, so we’re looking at what’s the new color, what’s the color of the year. We spend hours and talk to major people about what we’re going to introduce as far as color. And we’re fortunate to have the relationship that we have with Sunbrella. It’s about pushing the envelope on what we do, looking at what the next innovation is and what the quality is, and what the experience of Brown Jordan is. Brown Jordan is arguably the only outdoor furniture with consumer brand-name recognition. How did you help accomplish that? Back in the ’40s, one of Robert Brown’s first hires was outside the factory: a PR firm in New York. He said, ‘We’re a West Coast brand that sells to the design community, and if we want to build a brand, then we have to make the East Coast want what the West Coast has.’ So we got fortunate with an article that The Saturday Evening Post, The New Yorker and The New York Times got hold of, and they wrote about how this cool little West Coast company was really design-oriented selling to Hollywood stars and doing salvage material, the Walter Lamb line made from salvaged brass tubing
taken from sunken ships in Pearl Harbor. So when I got hired as the rep in 1990, I said, ‘This is a great story.’ And that’s how I’m going to make this market the biggest. I embraced the story of our rich history, our legacy, our design and innovations, and our brand. That’s what I did. What is it about Brown Jordan—what makes it so i erent an so specia or you I was an experiment. I was the first guy coming from retail. I was on a one-year probation. It was like, ‘This guy won’t stop asking, so we’re going to put him in one of the worst territories. He can’t mess it up more than it already is.’ And that’s basically how I got hired. Over the years, I’ve formed lifetime friendships with people I’ve grown up with in this company. And we’ve been through some di cult times and some great times, and in a weird way I have formed a relationship with
the Brown Jordan brand—it’s part of my being. I’m fortunate for the opportunity that Brown Jordan has given me, and I’ve done everything in my time to always put the brand first and to do everything for the brand. What does earning the ICFA Lifetime Achievement Award mean to you? I remember sitting as a younger man and seeing the first one awarded, and I was so touched by it. Today I’m overwhelmed by the honor, and I will make sure that I’m a great ambassador to what it means. And I want the industry to understand the gratefulness that I feel and that my relationships are what got me here. And it’s all because of work ethic, passion and believing in something. I believe in Brown Jordan. I believe in our history. I believe in our legacy. I believe in our people. And I’m not done yet. □ exterior design | 31
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The new book “Houses by the Shore” by Oscar Riera Ojeda and Byron Hawes (Rizzoli New York, 2018) features stunning homes by the sea like this one called Cliſton 2A in Cape Town, South Africa.
AT HOME WITH THE WATER —RIVER, LAKE, SEA B Y WA Y N E T T E G O O D S O N
This issue of Exterior Design gives you one more reason to look forward to the crisp, cool temps of October: the release of “Houses by the Shore” by Oscar Riera Ojeda and Byron Hawes (Rizzoli New York, 2018). Set in ideal waterfront locales along romantic rivers and lagoons, the new book highlights 35 spectacular homes, such as the Ocean Deck House in New York (above). With beautiful modernist abodes set beside the golden sands of the Gulf Coast of Mexico, upon the romantic islands of Greece, from Finland to South Africa to New Zealand, the book encompasses the ultimate room with a view. Each house is placed into context through the lens of Ojeda, a widely respected editor, and supported by descriptive texts written by Hawes,
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a design critic who’s the founder and editor of the underground architecture and design magazine, The Après Garde. “Houses by the Shore” showcases homes that demonstrate the diverse ways that today’s leading architects and interior designers build and design homes on the water. They’re also prime examples of the seamless blur between the inside and out, and how the outdoor space complements the design of the home. Built in stone, glass, wood, steel and concrete, these residences feature inspiring outdoor areas, which cause us to pause and ponder all the possibilities that can be achieved outside. They are the quintessential example of our tagline at Exterior Design . . . Live Openly. □
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A HAWAIIAN HOTEL GETS A NATURAL , TROPICAL REFRESH. BY JENNIFER BRINGLE
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Soothing blue cushions add a tropical vibe to modern furnishings in this indoor/outdoor lobby.
Inspired by the natural beauty of the Garden Island, Paradigm Design Group transformed the Hilton Garden Inn Wailua Bay, Kauai, Hawaii, into the modern gem it is today. The group revamped the lobby—which was previously hidden and chopped up—into an open space that highlights the magnificent views, the distinctive roofline and historic lava rock that surrounds the area. Designers also created enlarged patios on the expansive lawns overlooking the park adjacent to the property. Back inside the lobby, twisted koa wood dividers create visual separation between seating groups, allowing for conversation vignettes. 40 | exterior design
A custom bar features oversized stone panels that resemble the interior of a conch shell, bringing the outside in. Add to that intricate metalwork and koa wood details throughout the space, and you get a subtle nod to the unique tattoo work that’s seen all over the islands. Bold colors reflect the natural hues of surrounding tropical vegetation and adorn the plush furnishings where guests can enjoy the gentle breezes. One of the main highlights in the space is a custom tile mosaic wall depicting King Kamehameha, the first ruler of Hawaii. This lobby mural pairs with other local and commissioned art, reinforcing the connection to the history and beauty of the island. □
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elgian-born architect and designer Francis D’Haene came to New York City in 1992 to pursue his career, working with Big Apple design luminaries Robert Metzger, Marc Charbonnet and Mark eff. He launched D’Apostrophe Design Inc. in 1 . Blending an art background with his architecture and interior design vision, D’Haene has completed projects in the residential, retail and public arenas, receiving several awards including the 2010 Interior Design Best of Year Award. D’Haene’s a nity for art was a boon when he and his team took on a full house and exterior project in a pretty hamlet on Long Island’s South ork. The area is a uiet retreat from New York City’s hectic pace, and it’s popular with well-heeled folk who settle in long-term or spend their vacations enjoying the sugary sand beaches, galleries, wineries and farm-to-table restaurants. The owners of the ,200-s uare-foot shingle-style home and two-acre property were fans of D’Apostrophe’s signature style using primary forms and clean-lined aesthetics. So the firm responded by creating a canvas for their eclectic and vast art collection. The collection includes several large-scale pieces that needed to be placed outdoors.
a space that embraced them, not distracted from them. We were able to create a few different layers where people could enjoy the exterior landscape. The fire pit placement is intentionally between the bench and the Jacuzzi, so people can have conversations around the pit while others are relaxing on the bench or lounging in the pool.” D’Haene designed the space to take full advantage of the property’s beautiful surroundings. “The space is also uni ue because it has several interesting lines of sight to various views in the distance,” he says. “The corten steel fence around the area was designed and made by one of the homeowner’s family members.” A linear wood structure, which D’Haene playfully calls the pool house,’ was added a couple of years aſter the home’s renovation. “Besides the mandate for an outdoor Jacuzzi, changing room and bathroom, we had carte blanche,” he says. “So we created a basic and pure house’ volume which we covered in recycled barn wood walls, doors, bench, roof with all corners seamless and mitered. One material and one volume. We placed it in line at the short end of the pool, with an intentional opening that curates space to frame the orchard and fields beyond.
Now the pool shares the yard with a fire pit, a Jacuzzi and a striking wood house-like structure that frames the expansive views while providing a cozy contemplative nook. The layout and design elements of the area make it D’Haene’s favorite part of the whole project.
“We used a plethora of natural materials, including recycled barn wood from Elmwood Reclaimed Timber and pool stone imported from England, along with Louis Poulsen copper sconces and corten steel.”
“I d say that the pool area, including the small recessed fire pit, is symbolic of our firm’s aesthetic,” he says. “We’re simple, clear, pure, silent, polished, minimal and relaxed. Considering the gorgeous surrounding views, we wanted to be sure we created
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NATURE TAKES CENTER STAGE AT THIS WATERSIDE HOME
These chaise longues are the perfect spot to enjoy the views of Botrivier Lagoon near Cape Town.
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erched atop a slope overlooking Botrivier Lagoon just southeast of Cape Town, South Africa, this home in the Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate takes full advantage of its sweeping views with a design that captures the essence of indoor-outdoor living. Surrounded by a slope of indigenous fynbos vegetation that runs into the tidal estuary, the home capitalizes on its breathtaking mountain views. Nature pervades the house—the seamless flow of internal floors and ceilings into external living spaces mirrors the fynbos planting, which stalks the edges of the internal perimeter, enfolds the terraces and decks, and seeps into the courtyard.
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The architectural design by SAOTA and interiors by ARRCC Interior Design Studio negotiates the paradox of exposure to nature—how to shackle the extreme elements of sun, salt, rain and in particular, high winds, while also allowing the exceptional natural beauty of the site to permeate every space.
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Above and right: Floor-to-ceiling glass and an edited approach to furnishings make for unobstructed views of the surrounding lagoon and mountains.
The owner’s vision for a comfortable retreat for his children coupled with livable outdoor spaces for entertaining led to a C-shaped layout with wings designed to maximize outdoor views while also creating a large sheltered courtyard. The interior design by ARRCC captures the minimalist sensibility of the architecture. Such an unusual form could feel out of place without its references to the distinctly local architectural style of barns and fruit-packing sheds. Timber sidings appear at the entrance and are repeated on key ceiling planes. The roofs are a celebration of corrugated aluminum, and the over-sailing arms of the C-shaped layout are a reinterpretation of the traditional alphabetic planning of the wings or “werfs” of historic local farms. The entrance at the back of the building is deliberately understated; a modest canopy shelters the front door, which opens onto a landing from which a broad spine gently traces down the natural gradient alongside a generous garden courtyard. The corridor ends at the kitchen, whose island—a solid block of
granite—forms a fulcrum with the principle living areas placed at right angles, parallel with the lagoon. The kitchen looks out over an open-plan dining and lounge area toward a fireplace and picture window framed in a massive concrete hearth wall. “Through the use of rich materials and an edited color palette, the decor is seamlessly integrated, optimizing the sense of space,” says Mark Rielly, ARRCC director. The internal living wing suspends between the garden courtyard and covered decks leading out to a pool that appears to blend into the lagoon beyond. The slope of the distinctive timber clad soffit was carefully calibrated to provide shelter
This chunky woven chair is made of waterproof silicone-covered yarns.
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Above and right: In a nod to the area’s untouched surroundings, the home’s designers used organic materials like wood, marble and granite for both the structure and furnishings.
from the prevailing wind. It extends out from the lounge to create an external living room and outdoor kitchen, which are further enclosed by movable screens. The dining area was created to encourage entertaining and includes a Bison dining table by local manufacturer OKHA, which can easily accommodate up to 10 people. The Bison’s solid oak top and powdercoated steel base also forge a hand-in-glove narrative with the ceiling’s beautiful timber sidings. The two upper wings house bedrooms with elevated views across the lagoon to the mountains. Overlooking the deck, OKHA’s signature swivel STM armchair provides the viewer with a 360-degree view of the estuary and interior. Throughout the house, furnishings selected by ARRCC—generally
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produced by OKHA—provide a warm and luxurious counterpoint to the architecture. OKHA’s signature fine wool and bamboo silk Diamond rug, which takes its inspiration from geometry and rock formations, complement the granite floors of the living room. Their luxurious L-shaped Jada sofa, solid oak frame Miles armchair and Nicci armchair in an olive-green leather finish provide ample seating. The Capri coffee table in Volakas white marble resonates with the geological environs, while leather poufs add a casual flair to the layout. The designers took an edited approach to the interior and exterior spaces, placing emphasis on the use of organic architectural materials such as wood, concrete and granite that speak to the natural surroundings. The result is a refuge with a sleek, modern feel that stands in harmony with its unspoiled setting. □
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orking with designers to create signature outdoor kitchens. That’s the mission of Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens.
level of design as found in the interior of their homes. Tecno delivers on this desire by bringing a sophisticated edge to the outdoor kitchen.”
“Our focus is to be within the design community to help them help their clients,” says Phil Zaleon, marketing director, Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens. “We want to work with them toward new products and innovation. With all of our colors and finishes, they can really let their imagination run wild.”
Tecno (above) debuted in May at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) and is the result of the ongoing collaboration between Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens, Dekton by Cosentino and Daniel Germani Designs—following the acclaimed ASA-D2, a Euro-inspired luxury outdoor kitchen line featuring a sleek frameless design, single-height façade and nested, soſt-close drawers with integrated pulls.
The company manufactures stainless steel cabinets, powder-coated with a nearly limitless array of colors, textures, wood grains and intriguing patterns. The powder-coated finish offers protection from the harshest elements, including marine environments. As outdoor kitchens become more common, the overarching design trend seems to be bringing as much of the indoors out as possible. “We focus on the outdoor kitchen being an entertainment room,” says Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens President Mitch Slater. “We’re seeing more demand than ever. Designers want outdoor spaces to look like indoor spaces.” Another way they’re bringing interior looks outside is through colors and textures. “Our latest collaboration with Daniel Germani continues to expand the concept of outdoor kitchens beyond traditional offerings,” he says. “As consumers spend more time in their outdoor living environments, they want those spaces to offer the same
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In what is believed to be an industry-first, Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens’ powder-coating process mimics the look of the patterns found in the Dekton countertops, including four industrial colors that pay tribute to the imperfections of metal and stone at different stages of age and decay further blurring the line between indoors and out. Up until recently, quartz countertops were not outdoor-rated. Enter Dekton by Cosentino. Dekton is a solid, non-porous engineered quartz product that also contains glass and porcelain that solves the color-fast issue that has prevented quartz countertops from being used outdoors. Cosentino calls it Sinterized Particle Technology. Dekton is UV-resistant, highly scratch-resistant, stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, heat/fire-resistant, and resistant to ice and thawing. It all proves that today’s outdoor kitchens are science experiments for the companies who make them—and outdoor art for the designers who bring them to life. □
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ARTISTRY FUSING POTTERY WITH PEONIES B Y WA Y N E T T E G O O D S O N
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In 2009, he bought 16 acres in Randleman and built a 40-foot-long, 7-foot-wide and 7-foot-tall kiln, which he res three times per year using pine sla s from a local sawmill and modeled his kiln aſter anagama kilns, a variety rought to Japan from China via Korea in the th Century How big is the kiln? It’s the second largest in the Southeast you could drive a Beetle into it e use North Carolina clay, and we re it to a out , degrees Fahrenheit, and says o the pottery is very vitri ed and weather resistant t s a very good product n , he attended a workshop with Eric Knoche, north of Asheville,
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The next kiln firing at Joseph Sand Pottery is in November, with a kiln opening set for early December. or more information, go to josephsandpottery.com.
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N.C., and Sand shiſted from traditional thrown pottery to the more complicated hand-built sculpture, based on skills he’d ac uired at the workshop. “You take the clay, and you roll it out into a slab,” Sand explains. “I harden that for a couple days, and then I can start piecing together the sculpture. That takes a lot longer than the thrown variety, but it allows me to have much more intricate shapes, and you can do angular pottery and sculpture, versus the simple wheel-thrown pottery. With the slab-built, it’s probably going to take about 10 times longer to make.” The most desirable dimensions are 45-inches to 50-inches-tall by anywhere from 18-inches to 2 -inches-wide. And the weight averages 80 pounds up to 250 pounds for very large pieces. “The ones that are more precarious and top-heavy, I always secure those to a paver or a concrete base, but most of them go into gardens without any problem,” Sand says. Color-wise, the pieces range from earth tones to sky blues, his most popular. “We have a dark, rich blue and a baby blue those fit great with gardens,” Sand says. “And we can also go from black and metallic black to light green and brown.” But the color palette is limited, as in no pink, orange or red. “We’ve got a large kiln and we use materials local to the area,”
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Sand says. “But we can do design variations and just about any shape or size you want.” Sand also does custom orders (timed with the kiln firings), as well as free deliveries and installation within North Carolina. “A lot of gardens lack winter interest, so if you have a large outdoor sculpture, they give that winter interest that’s so phenomenal,” Sand says. “These will give year-round enjoyment, and they change with the seasons, with the flowers and the colors around them. So they’re a stable element that’s with you 3 5 days of the year.” □
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Designers from around the country accrued CEUs while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the North Carolina furniture industry—including a guided tour of High Point at the rst annual esigner E perieNCe, held in August
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