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ONE TO WATCH: PORTRAIT BY KATRINA WITTKAMP; PILLOW PHOTO BY TOM VAN EYNDE. ON VIEW PHOTO: NICK CAVE, SPEAK LOUDER, 2011. COLLECTION MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART CHICAGO, PURCHASED JOINTLY BY MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART CHICAGO WITH FUNDS PROVIDED BY THE ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION AND BY THE ALBRIGHT-KNOX ART GALLERY, 2018.1 © NICK CAVE. COURTESY OF THE ARTIST AND JACK SHAINMAN GALLERY, NEW YORK. PHOTO: JAMES PRINZ PHOTOGRAPHY.
With works hanging in museums, a robust base of private collectors and invitations to art shows around the globe, René Romero Schuler’s art clearly speaks to viewers. She started her career working with designers to create artwork for hospitality spaces, but she found her stride when she began to paint women in abstract representations that show strength and vulnerability. This spring, the artist is busy launching a new line of home accessories including pillows, wallpaper and textiles; introducing her latest book, Ladies; and opening a solo show on May 20 at Chicago’s Zolla/ Lieberman Gallery. reneschuler.com
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The Gold Coast concept store Space 519 is adding home accessories to its lineup with its new shop-in-shop, Maison. The chic retailer has enjoyed a strong following for its women’s fashion, fine jewelry and beauty offerings, as well as The Lunchroom—an always-bustling breakfast and lunch spot. “We saw a need in the market once Elements and Barney’s Chelsea Passage closed,” co-owner Lance Lawson says. “Suddenly collections with a huge fan base like L’Objet and Ginori 1735 just weren’t available.” Lawson and his partner, Jim Wetzel, picked up these beloved lines as well as others, like Tom Dixon, that they knew would appeal to their stylish clientele. “We have so many interior designers who are retail and The Lunchroom clients,” Lawson notes. “They’re not going to special order a couch from us, but Maison is the icing on the cake—you’ll always find interesting things to put on a bookshelf, beautiful coffee table books or a fabulous throw for the sofa.” space519.com
POST MASTER WHO: Ellie Nottoli, founder of Ellie Styled, a Lake Forest-based event planning business. She focuses not on huge corporate affairs or large weddings, but on smaller, more intimate parties that still deserve a curated, one-of-a-kind look. WHAT: Her feed showcases soirees of all types, from backyard dinner parties to girlfriend gatherings to grown-up birthday celebrations. Recently, a hostess asked Nottoli to design four dinner parties, four nights in a row, each with a unique aesthetic. “We started with a base of florals and created a different look every evening,” she says. “It was exciting for her to watch the evolution and see us create a new story each night.” WHY: One of Nottoli’s strengths is her deep list of vendors—florists, caterers, rental companies. In some cases, Nottoli handles everything from booking the bartender to supplying all the tablescapes, while in others the hosts are more hands-on. Either way, she enjoys the intense collaboration it takes to create the perfect party. IN HER WORDS: “We’re seeing a lot more in-home entertaining. People want to invest in creating a beautiful scene around their dinner table for friends and family.”
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Artist Jessica Dennis Bush works in oil, wax and collage to create works of encaustic painting that explore ideas of memory and place. The full-time artist, who lives in Wheaton with her husband and four children, has a thriving practice of pieces commissioned by clients and interior designers as well as her own explorations. jessicadennisbush.com How do you work on a commissioned piece? I connect to my past through collage materials, which is a powerful way to tell a story, even if the viewer doesn’t know the story. For a client, I incorporate memorabilia or history through paper and weave those pieces into a painting using wax. It’s the idea of a window into the past as you look through the wax to see the collage elements. What’s next? I’m experimenting with textiles and surface patterns by taking snippets of my work and repeating them in different ways to create these vibrant and unique patterns. I’m also looking at textiles as a direction to explore.
COLLABORATION The sconce collaboration between Chicago- and L.A.-based interior design firm Studio Gild and ceramicist Caroline Blackburn got its start on Instagram. Blackburn DM’d Melissa Benham, one of three principals at Studio Gild, and asked her to look at her work. Benham did, loved what she saw and the two connected in real life. “Caroline’s work stood out to us as being very different; there’s a painterly quality to it,” Benham says. Studio Gild began offering Blackburn’s pieces through its online store and placing them in clients’ homes, and soon the idea of a collaboration surfaced. “We asked, ‘You make shallow bowls, could they be sconces?’ ” Benham relays. “Next thing we knew, Caroline had turned around five prototypes.” Those prototypes became the initial offering, with plans for other produced and custom lights. “We don’t want to repeat anything, but we can show a customer an idea and personalize it,” Benham says. “I’d love to use two not-quite-identical sconces on either side of a mirror or cluster a few to combine art and light.” studiogild.com
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THE LASALLE CHICAGO The top five floors of the 1914 Daniel Burnham-designed designated landmark building in the financial district—originally known as the Continental and Commercial National Bank—are becoming The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection. DiLeonardo International and Chipman Design Architecture collaborated on this new luxury hotel, which is scheduled to open this spring at 208 S. LaSalle Street. The design honors both the original La Salle Hotel as well as the building’s Art Deco style. “There are subtle Art Deco influences infused through materials, artwork, furniture and accessories,” says Giana DiLeonardo, partner at DiLeonardo International. “The aesthetic is really a nod to old Chicago’s movers and shakers and the environments that evolved around them.” thelasallechicago.com
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HOMEOWNERS WHO PRIORITIZE HOLISTIC HEALTH IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS ARE LOOKING TO THE SOUTH—WHERE WELLNESS COMMUNITIES AND AGRIHOODS ARE RISING FAST. W R I T T E N B Y K AT H R Y N O ’ S H E A- E VA N S
It’s not often that a kid’s birthday party will change your life. But for Monica Olsen, who hosted her son’s fourth fête at Serenbe, a wellness community 32 miles from her then-home in Atlanta, it was a transformative experience. “We had a pony party at the gorgeous stables which were designed by architect Peter Block and it was this magical day,” she recalls. “We thought, ‘Maybe we should just stop at the real estate office while we’re here…’ They pointed out a house, we bought it and basically never left!”
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Founded in 2005, Serenbe is tailormade to help residents live their best lives. It’s outfitted with a new 3,000-squarefoot spa, yoga studio, swim club, artist in residence program, lush hiking trails and many more wellness-geared elements that make it idyllic to say the least. And, it’s gaining traction: The community had around 100 residents when Olsen purchased her home in 2009, and boasts 1,000 today. All properties there—including townhouses, cottages and estates, most of which look more like
they’re in Scandinavia than Georgia— are EarthCraft certified. (Translation: they’re energy and water efficient, saving 30 percent of the energy costs of a typical home.) And Serenbe is not the only Southern community that epitomizes the notion that health is wealth. “Agrihood”—planned developments that mingle sustainablybuilt real estate and farm-to-your-owntable amenities—is booming. Just miles from downtown Asheville, North Carolina, 346-acre community Olivette Riverside
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on premises have access to wellness offerings that range from sound bathing to an aerial yoga platform. And yes—the untrammeled wilderness is a huge part of the allure too. Only 20 miles from Charleston is the new Kiawah River, where half of the 2,000-acre waterfront community will remain entirely wild and untouched. Protecting the natural world here is vitally important to this agrihood, which includes The Goatery—a farm dedicated
to artisanal goat milk products—beehives and pasture-raised cattle as well as myriad farms for produce. Residents can also enjoy maritime forest trails where everything from bald eagle pairings to migrating monarch butterflies are frequently spotted. “We love the community and people,” Kiawah River homeowner Megan Hendricks says. “But most of all, we love the wildlife we get to see every day while walking on the paths by the river.”
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Clockwise from top: A tranquil porch setting at Kiawah River outside of Charleston. Olivette Riverside Community & Farm near Asheville, North Carolina, features an abundance of walking trails. A luxurious spa treatment room at Blackberry Mountain in Tennessee. Previous page: The labyrinth is a peaceful place to commune with nature at Serenbe located near Atlanta.
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When I close my eyes and imagine a house, I picture the sounds it makes: footsteps on the staircase, slamming screen doors, faint voices from downstairs while falling asleep. If someone asked me where I’d choose to live out my days, I’d say a Shingle style home because they reverberate like a drum. My connection to buildings has always been visceral. By the time I left for college, I had lived in 10 houses— saltboxes up and down Connecticut; apartments in New York, London and Paris; an adobe in New Mexico. My father’s work moved us often, but summers were always for sailing in Rhode Island, which is where my love for shingled homes cemented. Shingle style architecture emerged in Newport in 1876, combining the simple forms of early Colonial buildings with the quirks of Victorian Stick style. The 1880s were fascinating years—everything was brave and new. During this time, rooms grew from small, symmetrical boxes into episodic progressions with
abstract shapes and enormous doors that opened onto terraces. These homes weren’t trying to be Italianate villas or French chateaus. Here was an American style. I’m grouped with classical architects, but I’m a closet modernist who is always pushing to see how modern traditional homes can become—yet I never want to lose sight of what people love about them. Shingles are a medium that encourages daring design because they’re so lightweight. You can have soaring cantilevers and chimneys that look like great blades dropped from the heavens. With shingles, you can make a home look like the sail of a boat filled with air. Have you ever sat on the porch of a shingled house in the rain? There’s this wonderful, cozy scent from the cedar that brings comfort like a favorite sweater. That’s the thing; no matter who you are, whether you live in Santa Fe or Seal Harbor, the draw of home is strong for Americans. And Shingle style buildings don’t look like houses, they look—and feel—like homes.
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A Shingle style home in Rhode Island painted by Thomas Kligerman.
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Parisian designer Vincent Darré’s fantastical collection with OKA includes the Spiral Lamp & Shade, XIV Mirror, Gemini Vase and Lyric Console Table.
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As British retailer OKA expands its horizons stateside—it arrived in Dallas last November and will open in Westport, Connecticut, in September—a new collection with French designer Vincent Darré is next on the agenda. Darré, a former fashion heavyweight, captured the imagination of Sue Jones, Co-Founder and Creative Director of OKA, with his Cocteau-esque interiors. “Seeing Vincent’s work in the flesh excited me about the prospect of a collaboration,” recalls Jones after an early visit to Darré’s Paris atelier. “Everything he touches has a sense of drama to it.” For the duo’s tightly edited four-piece collection, Darré channeled OKA’s aristocratic-meets-bohemian style—a look that reminds him of photographer Cecil Beaton’s work—while also referencing the Neoclassical era and romantic 18th-century gardens. The result? Furnishings that work just as well in a group as they do individually. Included are a marble-topped console supported by ancient ruin-inspired legs, a column-like floor lamp (its spiral shade reminds Jones of a Philip Treacy hat), a black-and-white Grecian face vase and a mirror embellished with musical instruments and starfish. The playful collaboration allowed Jones and Darré to have a little fun while still championing true craftsmanship and creative ingenuity. oka.com
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Design is in Sara Hayat’s DNA. Since the 1870s, her family’s company M. Hayat & Bros. has produced luxury furnishings for everyone from royal households to prominent clients, including John F. Kennedy and his famous White House rocker. So, it comes as no surprise that the need to be creative eventually struck. Setting aside a career in finance, Colorado-based Hayat set her sights on made-to-order furniture with a debut collection comprising coffee, writing and dining tables, chairs and sofas, and inventive modular seating. Each of the designer’s pieces, which have their genesis in detailed drawings, are handbuilt by her family’s longstanding artisans in Peshawar, Pakistan. While her materials lean traditional (mahogany, marble, cane, brass inlay, leather and velvet), her forms (geometric, floral, stacked and beveled) are anything but ordinary. Hayat studied joinery and detailing techniques by researching her
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family’s archival catalogues in addition to referencing some of the world’s greats— Oscar Niemeyer and Pierre Paulin for further inspiration. She also became fascinated with contemporary automobile and fashion styles, making note of what she loved and which aesthetics she responded to emotionally. “Intentional design has the ability to uplift, and I want my furniture to do just that.” And her Tetris-inspired modular sofa provides a plum example. “People should be creative in how they use it,” Hayat explains, noting that the piece can morph from a sleek living room sofa into a fantastical object for play when deconstructed. “These pieces should dazzle, anchor us in the moment and remind us of what we can be.” As the newly minted furniture designer begins using her own pieces at home, she can’t help but reflect on what her parents instilled in her growing up. “My mother always believed that you should surround yourself with items that make you happy.” A legacy Hayat will surely continue to uphold. sara-hayat.com
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The Bevel Sofa by Sara Hayat Design features interlocking cushions upholstered in a warm velvet fabric. The mahogany Fleur Accent Chair’s motif is inspired by wood sorrel’s four leafed cultivar and yellow pimpernel.
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Delft by Plain English is a five-piece tile collection featuring designs inspired by antique tiles that decorate the founder’s own home. Children Playing I (background) and Sea Creatures (inset).
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Sometimes inspiration is right under one’s nose. Or in the case of Tony Niblock, co-founder of kitchen manufacturer Plain English, it was right over his Aga range, where an assortment of antique Delft tiles is proudly displayed. Niblock first started collecting the blueand-white squares after spotting them at a historic house in Yoxford, England, in the 1990s. Now, that passion has grown beyond adorning his own home and evolved into the company’s latest offering, Delft by Plain English—a collection of handmade, hand-painted tiles inspired by his findings. “There’s a freshness about the color combination, isn’t there?” posits co-founder Katie Fontana. “And it’s so wonderful that there’s been a renewed interest and understanding around Delft tiles.” The tin-glazed earthenware tiles have been synonymous with the Netherlands since the 17th century when, impervious to heat or water, they became a functional— and charming—wall decoration for homes, public buildings and palaces across Europe. Plain English’s interpretation features figurative depictions of daily life, like children skipping, as well as fantastical scenes including a mermaid admiring her reflection—all in keeping with eclectic British style that is now back in vogue. “There is a naivete about them that people find appealing,” remarks Niblock. plainenglishdesign.co.uk
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Why should someone work with 210 Design House? We have a wide, yet specialized range of high-end product offerings and our collective team knowledge spans decades of expertise and personal connections. We also bring a personal touch to every interaction, making us a small business with a large design impact. Share some of the ways 210 Design House engages visitors? When guests walk into our ‘house’ we encourage them to immerse themselves in our four state-of-the-art showroom floors, where they will experience active kitchen displays, relax on fine furniture, open drawers and closets, and on and on … We’ve also collaborated with a number of local chefs and restaurants, inviting them to engage in our space in varying ways, such as cooking for charity events, hosting personal meetings or holding larger media initiatives. We want 210 Design House to be a welcoming haven where people are inspired and feel at ease. What are the most important things to consider in the design of a great kitchen and/or a great home? Functionality based on how the client lives and works in their space is always top of mind. Where does the space sit in the home? How will the client enter the space? How many people will be using the space at once? These are just a few of the important questions to ask before the aesthetics or the ‘pretty stuff,’ as I like to call it, can begin.
Above Come see this chic, sophisticated vignette by Plain & Fancy on the third floor of 210 Design House. Opposite top This sleek and sophisticated kitchen at One Bennett Park showcases the best of 210 Design House’s aesthetic excellence. Opposite left Plain & Fancy’s comprehensive design portfolio can be experienced and explored on 210 Design House’s third level. Opposite right, top Event photo at Plain & Fancy’s showroom on the third floor of 210 Design House. Opposite right, bottom Celebrated chefs and exquisite food offerings are one of the many great experiences to be had at 210 Design House. Photography Opposite top Courtesy of Related Midwest; Opposite left by Tony Soluri; Opposite right, top by Heather Baigelman; Opposite right, bottom by Gilbert Africa
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The highly anticipated Schiaparelli show took place at Paris’ Petit Palais art museum, where the garments, like this treasure-like shift laden with fillagree including gems and pearls, rivaled the glamorous interiors. Under the direction of Texas-born Daniel Roseberry (the first American to helm a French couture house), the predominately black-and-white collection—complete with Schiaparelli’s signature gold adornments—was inspired by a mythical high priestess “at once goddess and alien, who might walk among us,” explains Roseberry. schiaparelli.com.
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GROWTH SPURT San Diego-based artisan Nicholas Pourfard’s articulating Mushroom Lamp is composed of two hand-crafted ceramics connected via a ball joint design, allowing for an intimate interaction between the lamp and glowing light source. Shown here in Fern Green glaze alongside an Aesthetic Movement-inspired Compton Table by Vaughan Designs, the statuesque piece is enveloped by an airy Soane Britain Floral Lattice fabric by Karun Thakar. lovehouseny.com, vaughandesigns.com, soane.co.uk
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ORGANIC MATTER With Julian Chichester’s brass Miro Side Table as gleaming support, the mixed material Dome Table Lamp commands attention in any room. Conceived by Rhode Island School of Design graduates turned Brooklyn design duo, In Common With, the lamp’s spherical top draws inspiration from traditional coil pot making—a process where bands of clay are stacked and smoothed to create a solid façade. Each dome is ripe with texture, further accentuating its handmade quality, which is beautifully highlighted here against a playful Jasmine and Frangipani floral by Karun Thakar. julianchichester.com, incommonwith.com, soane.co.uk
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PATTERN PLAY Hand-painted by English artist Sophie Coryndon for Soane Britain, the Verbascum Apothecary Table Lamp’s lovely floral design is inspired by Moorish earthenware jars that later became popular in Italian apothecaries during the 15th century. Coryndon’s limited-edition lighting collection features six unique motifs painted onto tulipwood bases. Perched atop Julian Chichester’s 18th Century Bedside oak table—and crowned with a Soane Britain Coral fabric shade—the vignette is completed by Namay Samay’s Viha floral textile. soane.co.uk, julianchichester.com, johnrosselli.com
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CROWN JEWEL Fermoie’s Red Marden lampshade adds a playful pop to a Mala Table Lamp from British lighting company, Hector Finch. The hand-cut, multi-faceted base is inspired by Italian Murano glass, while the rich blue color further accentuates its thoughtful shape and gem-like façade. Matching this time-honored aesthetic is a Vaughan Designs Newnham Etagère and ethereal Sarassa textile by Bennison. johnrosselli.com, hectorfinch.com, vaughandesigns.com, bennisonfabrics.com
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DOUBLE TROUBLE Created by Mexico City-based designer Maria Beckmann, and represented at Tuleste Factory in New York, the Paragus (left) and Acento lamps may be small in size, but they provide a hefty dose of ambiance. Available in a range of woods and metals, each lamp exudes a reflective warmth when illuminated and a striking visual accent when switched off. Seen here positioned on a walnut Post Side Table from Rose Tarlow Melrose House, the arresting tableaux is topped off with a Tissus d’Hélène Fleurs de Jouy textile. tulestefactory.com, rosetarlow.com, johnrosselli.com
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After 16 years, designer Dana Wolter knew it was time to upgrade her Birmingham, Alabama, kitchen. She soon whipped up a pretty, elegant and detail-filled scheme, but above all else, the space needed to stand the test of time. “I like to think of this room as timeless—a kitchen that will age well and get better the more you use it,” Wolter explains. To bring her well-aging vision to life, she opted for eternally exquisite materials like
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Calacatta gold marble countertops and unlacquered brass fittings, all of which patina with use and become more beautiful. Wolter also gave careful consideration to several special details, including delicate fluted cabinetry, a hidden marble spice rack above the range and a functional trough sink carved directly into the island. As Wolter learned first-hand, renovating your own space certainly comes with its perks. The designer tweaked and customized every element to align with how she wanted the space to function. One especially lovely area came about from moving walls around: A graceful display niche that houses silver and crystal tableware frequently used for meals.
Here, delicate curved stone motifs on the shelves echo detailing on the center island to tie the areas together. In contrast to the light, airy kitchen, Wolter had a bit more fun in the pantry, where a moody palette and graphic marble slab surfaces add a touch of drama. “My intention with the pantry was to repeat some of the finishes and treatments in the kitchen, and to make the rooms flow,” the designer explains. “But at the same time, I wanted the pantry to be a little bolder.” Ample storage, refrigerator drawers, and a second dishwasher allow the space to function as a workhorse and keep messes out of sight. A successful passion project, indeed! danawolterinteriors.com
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IMAGINATIVE EXPRESSION Worlds collide when titans of the textile and tile worlds join forces. New York-based fabric guru Lori Weitzner, known for an innovative approach to materiality, has found her latest source of inspiration in stone. Drawing on her past creations, Weitzner worked with Artistic Tile to create Adena, a finely detailed ombre mosaic available in Blue, Grey and Cream. The tile company used minute tesserae tile outlined in a subtle waterjet-cut scalloped frame for a graceful effect. artistictile.com
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Monogram recently debuted its first designer collection with Nashville-based talent Richard T. Anuszkiewicz, who is also the brand’s creative director. The sleek assortment includes statement-making ventilation hoods, shown, available in both brass and titanium, that are bound to create a dramatic focal point in the kitchen. Towering 96-inch-high refrigeration panels and custom hardware with leather-wrapped detailing are also among the new offerings. Anuszkiewicz notes that he wanted to make “pieces that were thought provoking and inspirational” and unlike anything currently on the market. Mission accomplished! monogram.com
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As a multidisciplinary artist, Alex Proba, who calls Brooklyn and Portland, Oregon, home, explores the emotional response to tonality, pattern and stimulation of the senses throughout her work. Now Proba is lending her eye to a new collaboration with Samsung to celebrate the growing popularity of bold colors in the world of interiors. Her limited-edition jungle print design (shown) features graphic shapes and bright hues that aim to bring a touch of the outdoors in. Available in Samsung’s classic Bespoke 4-Door Flex refrigeration model, this striking appliance is sure to spark happiness in the kitchen. samsung.com
HOT TAKE Taking inspiration from his childhood fascination with vintage race cars—namely the richly saturated shades trimmed in shiny metals and lush leather detailing— renowned designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard is introducing the Color Collection with La Cornue. Each luxurious range from the famed French brand, including the Château 150 shown in Grand Prix Grey, is made outside Paris and encompasses an old-world joie de vivre that has become known as the company’s hallmark. Choose from one of 10 vibrant colors expertly curated by Bullard. lacornueusa.com
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In West Palm Beach, interior designer Margaret Kaywell created a private office cum clubhouse for her client, melding Old Havana with Hollywood influences. Opposite: Seen through the foyer, the conference room has served as a remote school for the family’s children, a cards room for game nights and a dining space for catered events.
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bath, catering kitchen and common area, which is arguably the pièce de résistance, encompassing a bar, lounge and café-style workspace wrapped in CW Stockwell’s iconic Martinique wallpaper. Here and throughout, the interior designer drew inspiration from Old Havana nightclubs and Hollywood’s Golden Age, employing patinaed architectural details like louvred doors, decorative paneling and reclaimed flooring to evoke a historical ethos. “This was one of my most fulfilling creative endeavors,” shares Kaywell of the project. “It’s a really neat blend of office, country club and hip bar. It’s got a bit of everything— like alphabet soup!” kaywellinteriors.com
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Interior designer Margaret Kaywell’s client sought an office space of a different color. Namely, one that would inspire future ventures, and host friends and associates for work and play alike. He found his answer in a run-down bungalow in West Palm Beach, which Kaywell—in collaboration with MP Design & Architecture and Tim Givens Building & Remodeling—imagined as a sumptuous private clubhouse. Reworking the layout from the studs, Kaywell conceived a gracious foyer with velvet banquettes flanked by a conference-meets-dining room on one side, and a billiards room on the other. The floor plan also includes a private office, powder
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Designer Nina Magon faced a unique brief when it came to the media room of a young Houston-based family. “The husband is a serious cards player and wanted a designated place to call his poker room. His wife said, ‘Okay fine, but you need to share it with me and your child!’” So spurred plans for a space that bridges the divide between moody man cave, elegant lounge and kid-friendly play space. “It’s a universally fun room; it works for everything,” notes Magon, pointing to the custom six seat table (the exact headcount for poker night) and adjacent TV area with its wipeable ottoman that rolls away to accommodate a playmat. But the real hero of the space is the custom cabinetry, painted Sherwin-Williams’ Seaworthy, which chicly stashes vestiges of life with a toddler, or a gamesman, as the case may be. ninamagon.com
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A family’s early 1800s farmhouse in Litchfield, Connecticut, was a ground-up project—of sorts. Over the course of six years, and led by designer Susan Bednar Long, renovations were tackled phase-by-phase. By the time they set their sights on the unfinished attic, both designer and client had developed a keen sense of what was still missing—a workhorse. On the wish list: A well-appointed office, a gentleman’s lounge for cigar smoking and game nights, a sleep loft for family visits and a bevy of storage. While embracing the original beams and warm wood floors, Long set about modernizing the space with a cozy, masculine mood. Notably, in building out the crooked chimney, she created a stylish built-in
bar-meets-shelving unit wrapped in metallic Hermès wallpaper, which ingeniously serves as a partition between the lounge and office areas. Utilizing every solitary inch (while preserving an airy feel thanks to precisely scaled furnishings), the designer squeezed in a comfy window banquette, an 11-foot-long desk, a flatscreen TV and a sectional. Storage space abounds as well, including the antique home’s original, rehabilitated cubbies that now enclose back-of-house office supplies, camping gear and seasonal storage. “Only the pretty stuff is on view,” notes Long, adding, in the ultimate stamp of approval, “This was never an essential space, but it has become just that.” sblonginteriors.com
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3. D IPPOLD HOME, a luxury interior design firm, has been transforming Chicago’s North Shore homes for over 10 years. Its showroom and gallery are open by appointment. 906 Green Bay Road 847.867.6446 · sarahdippold.com 4. MATERIAL POSSESSIONS is here for all your home decor needs this summer. Pick up fresh new lighting and decor options. 954 Green Bay Road 847.446.8840 · materialpossessions.com 5. MUNDER-SKILES has been a leading manufacturer of handmade teak, metal and wicker outdoor furniture for over 30 years. Transform your outdoor space with heritage-grade furniture designs ranging from historic reproductions to contemporary.
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911 Green Bay Road 847.716.7385 · munder-skiles.com 6. ROBBINS ARCHITECTURE specializes in designing warm and livable modern homes. Founded by Celeste Robbins and located in Chicago’s North Shore, the firm is recognized for homes that connect seamlessly to the outdoors, bringing the timeless beauty of nature into the home. Photography by Steve Hall of Hall + Merrick + McCaugherty Photographers 976 Green Bay Road 847.443.0148 · robbins-architecture.com 7. V IVID ART GALLERY is an exciting North Shore art resource featuring works by more than 25 artists on display every day. New exhibits monthly. Shown is Lakeside Reflections by Matthew Schaefer.
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INFLUENTIAL WOMEN OF DESIGN Tastemakers, color visionaries, lovers of the unique find and style rule breakers—the design industry is abundant with innovative and imaginative women. But alongside their considerable talents in the world of all things aesthetic, the most influential women in the trade possess an understanding of the business of design, too. They are savvy and agile, while preserving the empathic and interconnected viewpoints that make them so good at getting each client’s space “just right.” In this Luxe Interiors + Design special section, explore how some of the most influential women of design create beautiful places and flourish among peers in doing so.
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IN FLU EN T I A L WO M E N O F D ESIG N | CHICAGO “Each project is as unique as each client. It’s an honor to be entrusted to translate their story into a one-ofa-kind space.”
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When home design is at its best, it cultivates spaces where people feel fully themselves in their most genuine expression. Alice Benjamin, the talent behind Alice Benjamin Interiors, sees herself as a mediator who helps people tell their stories through authentic design. “We personalize spaces so that they reflect the backgrounds and lifestyles of our clients while contributing timeless sophistication,” Benjamin says. “Our work honors the individuals who live in the spaces we create.” Rather than defining her design sense by a particular style, Benjamin prides herself on a unique sense of balance and scale, and the ability to mix patterns and layer materials with elegance and comfort. “We are known for being honest with our clients, respecting budgets and working with the industry’s best craftspeople to execute a vision,” she adds. Benjamin’s greatest satisfaction? “Seeing my clients happy.”
•W hen did you first know you loved design? As a child, I wanted to design homes, but didn’t know it could be a career. So, I studied business and worked in the financial industry, marketing and launching investment products. Then I took a leap of faith and pursued my dream of designing interiors. • Share a favorite project. For one very special client, I created a unique living space that captured Peranakan culture using intricate textile designs. This concept was inspired by her most prized possessions: a dress, a shoe and a handkerchief from Singapore. • Describe a typical workday. My workdays are quite varied, which keeps me engaged and never bored. I start my morning with The Wall Street Journal news brief and then I might see clients, collaborate with my team, work on sourcing in showrooms at the Merchandise Mart or visit sites and coordinate with contractors.
Top This deeply personal family room’s design combines comfort, elegance and a nod to the homeowner’s cultural heritage. Far left A primary bathroom that is also a spa retreat is a relaxing sanctuary for busy working parents. Left By infusing unexpected details, a soothing color palette and timeless finishes, this kitchen was truly transformed. Photography Marcel Page Photography
For a world traveler a bedroom as sophisticated as his favorite hotel. Photography Marcel Page Photography
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NO STONE UNTURNED “Our goal every day is to make dreams reality and find the most perfect stones from all over the world,” says Schloemer. Here are just a few examples of the team’s ingenuity: • For a 23-slab marble bathroom, the chosen material of Italian origin was successfully sourced—out of Greece. • The desired stone from a long-extinct quarry was found for a 36-inch vanity. “Truly, there isn’t anything we can’t make happen,” says Schloemer.
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Schloemer is humbled to be a part of the design community and to work with the giants of the trade. “To think we have the luxury to work with them on their unbelievable projects throughout the country has been—to say the least—the most unreal feeling.”
After working in the stone industry for more than 15 years, Kristin C. Schloemer is uniquely aware of the exciting direction in which it’s heading. A fresh approach to material selection is truly changing things in the world of natural stone. As the owner of Calia, she sees her role as ensuring her growing team has all the tools they need. And as for the company, expansion is top of mind. “Currently the goal for Calia is to grow our collection of unique rare materials, as well as to make the natural stone selection process more seamless and to serve as a go-to knowledge resource,” she says. Schloemer would like to broaden the firm’s reach with additional locations to better service designers. As for the future of design? She notes, “This industry is evolving every day, and if I was to narrow it down to my specific industry, we are on fast-forward.”
Top Titled Fairfax, this space, the brainchild of designer Summer Thornton and stone stylist Meghan Doka, showcases the beauty of stone. Photography Jackie Christ of Costa Christ Media
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IN FLU EN T I A L WO M E N O F D ESIG N | CHICAGO “As a homebody, I believe in the great importance of the home and the impact it has in people’s lives.”
ASK AMY •H ow do you set yourself up for success? Every morning begins with a cup of earl gray tea and meditation. I then write my to-do list for the day, whether it be traveling to jobsites, client meetings or meeting with tradespeople or my team. here do you look for inspiration? •W Traveling to faraway places energizes me. I am a visual person and interacting in another environment with new materials always adds inspiration. I work a lot of hours, and when I get away, my mindcan finally turn off and tune into new inspirations. ho are your female icons in design? •W Barbara Barry was one of the first crossover designers who did a really good job branding her custom furniture designs and bringing them to the mainstream public. I also am currently loving Victoria Hagan. She is timeless, and her branding is consistent, streamlined and beautiful.
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When Amy Erb created Divvy House, she didn’t just want to help clients through the design process. She wanted to create a holistic experience with an integrated team of architects, designers, stylists, stagers and organizers. “The end goal was to bring together a team with diverse skill sets to meet all life cycle needs of a homeowner,” she says. As the principal designer, Erb offers her signature style that includes an affinity for antiques— something she attributes to growing up in England. Recently, she worked with a client who wanted to attain a streamlined aesthetic while also incorporating 45 years worth of personal belongings. “I started living in the space mentally and after we moved her in and staged it, it was somewhat hard to leave it,” she says. It’s through this level of care and appreciation for the past that Erb guides her clients from conception to completion.
Above This coastal corner with hues of blues and greens was designed to remind the client of their East Coast home. Top This bright white coastal California kitchen includes layers of quartzite and unlacquered brass, which lend themselves to high function and modern simplicity. Bottom This transitional indoor-outdoor space features beautiful lake views, rustic beams and large-scale custom furniture for flexible entertainment. Photography Angelika Friday
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IN FLU EN T I A L WO M E N O F D ESIG N | CHICAGO “I’ve always been driven by the motto that anything is possible and live accordingly.”
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A born leader, creative visionary and entrepreneur, Joy Williams is the embodiment of strength and confidence. Starting a new business as a Black woman in an industry markedly lacking racial diversity takes bravery and resilience. Williams attributes her mother as a major source of support and
It’s never too late for improvement, for inclusion, for recognition of a deficiency within the design community. There are not enough Black designers— and the noteworthy designers of color are not as well-known as they should be. Designer Joy Williams is certainly one of them, but she humbly points to her contemporaries who inspire her deeply. “Two of my favorite designers are Joy Moyler and Sheila Bridges,” she enthuses. “These icons have been leaving their deft and considered touch on design for decades.” Williams adds that fewer than 2 percent of designers are Black, and despite the tremendous accomplishments of designers like Moyler and Bridges, most people have not heard of them. “I would love to see our contributions recognized more.”
inspiration. “My mom was perhaps my biggest cheerleader and the person who shaped me. I’ve absorbed her love of florals and pattern mixing. I love anything with a well-made hand, from clothing to furniture. She was the same,” Williams says. Under the creative direction of Williams, Joyful Designs Studio has amassed a beautiful portfolio of vibrant projects, each space driven by the desire to create functional, artistic beauty. “Houses should evoke memories of home and places as unique as their owners, as well as foster curiosity,” she says.
BUSINESS SAVVY Williams strives to “lead with business.” “If I had one bit of advice for future female designers, it would be to study the business of design as much, if not more, than the beauty of design.”
Top Eclectic and artful, this bedroom has visual gravitas and movement. Far left Deep plum walls paired with artwork by leading Black artists give this home office a creative spark. Left The wallpaper chosen for this space adds interest to a room the owners divided for a bedroom in the front of the house. Photography Topy by Megan Easterday; Far left by Pamela King; Left by Keyanna Bowen
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PASSION + POSITIVITY Sacy shares her perspectives. • What motivates you for your workday? I love being on-site and watching the physical transformation of the space. I get fired up by seeing what I’ve visualized for months, or years, become realized.
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The sky’s the limit for Amanda Sacy, an entrepreneur who happens to be an interior designer/interior architect, vacation rental expert, home staging specialist and property manager extraordinaire. As the chief creative officer of Juniper Holiday + Home, a provider of elite vacation residences, Sacy is equipped to wear many hats—often literally on bustling construction sites. “One of my favorite things about my job is that each day is completely different, and I love the challenge that brings,” she shares. A typical day can range from contractor meetings to budgeting new projects to creating design drawings, elevations and electrical plans. Her to-do list is seemingly endless, as are her energy and enthusiasm. My role as CCO allows me to use all of my professional skill sets,” she says. “Being able to design high-end vacation rentals is the most exciting creative journey I have ever taken.”
Top Shown is the living room of the Red Rosie rental by Juniper Holiday + Home in Sister Lakes, Michigan. Right An elegant primary bath perfects the Black Door Bungalow in Lakeside, Michigan. Center Contemporary serenity defines this living room at 514 North Peshtigo Court, Chicago. Far right Shown is the architectural stairwell at the Black Door Bungalow in Lakeside, Michigan. Photography Top by VHT Studios; Right, Center & Far right by Victoria Peterson
• Are there any reading or listening materials you’d recommend? I love to listen to autobiographies for the advice and wisdom they impart. • What major goals do you have for your company? Our goals are to continue purchasing and furnishing homes along the coast in Southwest Michigan and to expand to other key vacation areas. We are also growing our property management department.
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PILLOW TALK We spend about a third of our lives on a mattress. “The money you spend on a personal trainer and organic produce doesn’t matter if you don’t have good sleep as a foundation of health,” Wallace says, noting that improved sleep can relieve stress, prevent illness and even boost immunity. “We want to continue spreading our reputation as curators of the best sleep products, and one of the top places people turn to when looking to make an investment in their health through great sleep.”
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Mattresses usually end up in one place—landfills. But, The Luxury Bed Collection prides itself on only carrying products that are natural and fully recyclable, which means clients not only experience a sound slumber but they also feel like they have made a positive environmental impact with their purchase.
Mary Pat Wallace’s No. 1 concern is making sure her clients get a good night’s sleep. About 15 years ago, when the founder of The Luxury Bed Collection began balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship—and sleep became more scarce—she learned that mattress selection is everything. “Your mattress is your most important piece of furniture in your home,” she says. Wallace decided to open a showroom in Chicago, which now touts luxury brands like Hästens, Vispring, Naturepedic and Sferra. With outposts in Dallas and Naples as well, The Luxury Bed Collection promotes physical and mental health by helping clients select a sleeping foundation with personalized support and pressure relief. Wallace says that while mattresses are an investment, “My grandfather always said to spend money on two things: your shoes and your mattress, because you are in your shoes all day and your bed all night.”
Top This whimsical garden design by Hunter Kaiser features a Hästens mattress. Left In 2021, Chicago Luxury Beds rebranded to become The Luxury Bed Collection. Right Shown here is the Vispring Devonshire, paired with the Atlas headboard in Chess Cream. Photography Left by Tony Soluri; Right Courtesy of Vispring
It’s time to surrender to a sleep story defined by a legacy of respected brands. As representatives of Hästens and Vispring, The Luxury Bed Collection carries the torch of excellence — guided by high-touch service and a commitment to your wellbeing.
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IN FLU EN T I A L WO M E N O F D ESIG N | CHICAGO “To me, really good design showcases two essential skills—knowing how to mix and knowing when to edit.”
A DAY IN THE LIFE Linn always starts her day early and works for a few hours from her home office; she then steps away to exercise and clear her mind before preparing for the rest of the day. Says the designer: “My schedule often differs, but it ranges from a meeting on-site with clients, to an afternoon sourcing at theMart, overseeing an install at a client’s home, or— if it’s a really good day—accessory buying.”
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Michelle Linn always loved design but never considered it as a career until she left advertising and went to work at theMart. “From there, I went to design school at night and made a path for myself in the industry,” she says. These days, as principal of Michelle Linn Design, she is most energized by collaborating with her clients. “Diving into a project with someone who shares my enthusiasm for the aesthetic is truly rewarding,” says the designer. As for the future, Linn is looking to continue to build her business and hopes to see the design world continue to hold a supportive space for women. “Fortunately, I have always felt that this industry, much more than many others, really embraces women at all stages of their careers— the young coming in with energy and new technical skills, the ones growing firms and building
LISTEN + LEARN Says Linn, “You’d like to think that being a designer means that you get to spend your days reveling in artistic inspiration, but the truth is that most of us soon come to realize that the business is just that—a business. The Business of Design® podcast hosted by designer Kimberley Seldon speaks to exactly that. I find it so helpful to learn from other professionals.”
teams, and the seasoned women that have such a tremendous amount of knowledge to share.”
Top In a remodeled kitchen, a custom Venetian plaster hood was installed against a Clé tile backsplash. Two Circa Lighting pendants hang over the updated waterfall countertop. Far left Chairs by Noir sit next to an antique wine-tasting table that is nestled in the bay of this newly remodeled family room. Left Cole & Son wallpaper is the background for a Hickory Chair bed which is flanked by two Serena & Lily pendants. Bedding is from Bedside Manor. Photography Meghan Leigh
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ORIGIN STORY Elissa Morgante moved many times during her childhood, and in each new house she worked closely with her mother to make it feel like a home, igniting her interest in design at an early age. As an architecture student, Morgante found another important mentor in her first professor. “He was brutally honest with me about the profession’s challenges and rewards,” she shares. “And he set my career in architecture and design in motion.”
A TALE OF TWO TASTES
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Over the past 35 years, the husband-and-wife team behind Morgante Wilson Architects has naturally gravitated toward different design styles. Wilson’s tastes lean toward traditional, while Morgante prefers a more modern aesthetic. Now in their fifth home, the two have created a perfect harmony. “It is by far the most creative and pure synthesis of each of our styles,” Morgante says. “And that makes it our absolute best project.”
a sterling reputation and praise from the community is paramount. As Morgante Wilson Architects celebrates their 35th year of excellence, one of their greatest sources of pride is the lasting relationships they’ve cultivated with their loyal clientele. “My goal for Morgante Wilson Architects is to continue our commitment to our craft and bring joy to our clients through our designs,” says Elissa Morgante, AIA, who, along with her husband, Fred Wilson, is a founding partner and award-winning architect. Even so, Morgante sees the need for a broader point of view across the design industry. “Women bring a different perspective to design,” she adds. “That doesn’t mean we’re better or always right but creating an open dialogue and allowing more voices to be heard can only enrich the world of design and architecture.”
Top Contemporary can be warm and welcoming! The daring use of trim, sleek slabs of white marble and slab-front cabinets in this cutting-edge kitchen are complemented by the rich, leathery tones of walnut and the posh patina of antiqued metal hardware. Bottom A custom screen divides this open-concept primary bath that features a stone tub, a decidedly unfussy chandelier and an elegant interplay of organic materials and woods that defines the home’s natural scheme. Photography Werner Straube
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Celeste Robbins has seen firsthand the achievements that can be born outside a traditional workplace schedule and setting. A few of the women in her office have made adjustments to fit their family needs. “The work they have done is phenomenal, and I would not be where I am without them,” Robbins says. “The flexibility to manage a family and career is even greater with work-from-home (WFH) setups,” she adds. Embracing flexibility and diversity has enabled Robbins and her team to produce design work at an elevated level. “Richness, warmth and authenticity in design comes from a place of openness,” she says. “As the world grows to understand how the spaces we occupy have an effect on our health and happiness, so will the understanding that we need a tapestry of voices in design.”
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Celeste Robbins’ entry into the world of architecture was informed by years of passion and study. After training at Cornell University and completing a fellowship in Europe, Robbins eventually returned to her Midwestern roots. Looking to marry her new role as a mother with her love for architecture, she formed her firm in 1995. Soon, she was commissioned to design a 10,000-square-foot project in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. “With the stunning backdrop of the Grand Tetons, the site inspired what would become my signature,” Robbins says. After the project was recognized by a major publication, Robbins became known for weaving the beauty of the outdoors naturally into the home. “Each home is sculpted with a modern hand and a soft edge between inside and outside. Nature doesn’t get it wrong. Whether via a wall of glass or a framed view at the end of a hall, I rely on its timeless elegance to become the art of the home.”
Above The Jackson view of the Grand Tetons brings nature’s beauty into daily living. Top Robbins’ designs speak volumes before one reaches the front door. Far left Plants and water bring warmth to the view and enable a softer transition from home to nature. Left A sweeping modern design responds to this home’s site in the Rocky Mountains. Photography Above by Roger Davies; Top by Steve Freihon; Far left & Left by Steve Hall of Hedrich Blessing
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INSIDE THE ARCHITECT’S WORLD Hacker invites us into … • Her daily routine: I get up at 4 a.m., go for a swim, bike ride, or run and then get into the office. I’ll engage with staff, spend time designing, meet with clients, work on programming for symposia I’m involved with, attend virtual board meetings—just not all at once! • Her motivation: The thought that, for 36 years, I have had a partnership with my best friend and husband and we’ve made a life out of the thing we love, energizes me continually.
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Some of the most influential figures in the world of design are those who find the balance between timelessness and timeliness. Enter, Julie Hacker.
“More and more women are entering the field of architecture,” Hacker shares. “I currently mentor many young female architects and hope the industry allows them time to raise families and not stop practicing. With this new world of remote working, women will have more flexible hours which may allow them to parent and work around their schedule.”
Principal of her namesake firm, alongside her husband, Stuart Cohen, Hacker has spent the better part of three decades proving her finesse for context, composition and the smallest of details. She has also become known as an architect with a knack for collaboration. Not only does she work closely with her husband on a daily basis, but contractors, owners and consultants laud her ability to “make sense of the issues at hand,” a talent she credits her first degree in clinical psychology with inspiring. Hacker is also an AIA Fellow. At the heart of all she does is an intention to resist trends and create places that suit circumstance. “I want the environments we make to last and to touch the people for whom we’ve made them.”
Top Glass cabinets, which match the home’s woodwork, frame this view of the kitchen from the breakfast room. It was created as part of an addition in Highland Park, Illinois. Left An L-shaped new home in Glencoe, Illinois, features an entry placed within a welcoming corner. Right The stonework and details of this lakefront home match those of other structures on the compound in Evanston, Illinois. Photography Top & Right by Dave Burk of Hedrich Blessing; Left by Jon Miller of Hedrich Blessing
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om and Cindy Shelby had no intention of leaving their Chicago pied-à-terre at the Ritz-Carlton Residences. Just a few years before, architect and designer Joan Craig had carved out their ideal urbane abode, swathed in dark floral fabrics and Art Decoinspired accents. It was perfect. Then an entire floor a few stories above became available. Boasting 360-degree views of both Lake Michigan and Chicago’s iconic skyline, the unit’s opportunity to experience the city so cinematically felt irresistible. And because it was unfinished, “we had carte blanche to do whatever we wanted,” Cindy says. “Our hearts were beating pretty quickly,” laughs Craig about that exciting first tour with her design team, which was co-led by architect Dave Pickert and designer Christina Stillwaugh and rounded out with architects Tracie Cote and Nicole Zielinski. “We could program different elements according to the light, the views and the orientation,” says Craig, who worked with builder Brandon Rogalski, project manager Chris Bulak, superintendents Todd Rieger and Frank Mendicino, and project engineer Dan Hefley to execute these concepts. The Shelbys envisioned a home primed for entertaining, so the layout pivots around spaces that shift according to the type of gathering, from sunlit brunches to cocktail hours. “We knew the living room had to be this long space that took advantage of the full view,” says Pickert. Accordingly, the team situated the room alongside the south terrace facing Michigan Avenue. Guests can easily circulate between indoor seating near the marble fireplace and outdoor lounging around the fire pit—surrounded by a lush sanctuary of topiary lilacs and boxwoods composed by landscape designer Jayson DeGeeter. As the sun sets and the city’s lights flicker on, the festivities transition to “our core of sexy nighttime rooms with darker finishes,” notes Stillwaugh. Take the dining room for instance, aglow in amber-hued light that filters through a custom blown-glass installation. The space is further cocooned with tinted glass panels featuring an inner layer of shimmering metallic mesh. Not just a pretty façade, these built-ins double as illuminated wine displays, which,
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as Rogalski explains, were carefully engineered to control temperature and humidity. The team also reconsidered typically pragmatic rooms as potential areas for spontaneous socializing. One such space is Tom’s office, which transforms after hours into an intimate cocktail spot, the midnight palette mirroring the room’s view of the iconic black steel John Hancock Center. For the kitchen, the couple “really wanted something that felt like a bar lounge,” says Craig. To meet that desire, half of the room’s footprint gives way to a vast island that doubles as a bar counter. Though these rooms embody distinct personalities, the dwelling still feels unified by a repeated grid motif on the walls. Materials vary, from cowhide and brass in the office to walnut and textured plaster in the kitchen, yet the spaces “are all held together by that geometry,” explains Pickert. The dramatic dark terrazzo floors also became an aesthetic through line, featuring “larger chunks of aggregate to give it a deep, rich look,” says Bulak. As Craig and her team had designed the couple’s previous apartment, they retained many of their existing Art Deco-esque furnishings. But, Stillwaugh explains, “since this home had a more contemporary architectural envelope, we looked forward to adding some modern furnishings.” Newer pieces like a curvaceous Vladimir Kagan sofa and a straw marquetry cabinet introduce more dynamic silhouettes. The couple’s existing art collection of abstract paintings and black-and-white photography also proved key to animating the abode. From Peter Beard’s languid Maureen Gallagher and a Late Night Feeder in the living room to Simen Johan’s famed buffalo photograph in the hide-clad office, “we were very deliberate in how we could punctuate the architecture and design using art,” says Craig. Just as artwork helped cultivate the atmosphere, so too did the lighting design by Nathan Orsman. The lack of previous wiring made room “for a custom ecosystem, which means every light in the unit can be adjusted to whatever the couple wants,” notes Rogalski. At night in particular, the precisely calibrated network offers warm illumination while avoiding any harsh reflections against the glass windows that could obscure views. Indeed, Chicago’s metropolitan charm feels woven into every element of this new home— perhaps most so when night falls and the skyline starts to glimmer. Perched up so high, says Craig, “you really get a sense of looking out over the city as it begins to shine.”
Tasked with transforming a bare-bones penthouse into an elegant abode, a team led by architect and designer Joan Craig created spaces suitable for entertaining on both a grand and intimate scale. This cozy seating area in the living room proves ideal for conversations, with Mattaliano chairs around a coffee table by the same brand. The straw marquetry cabinet features doors by Alexander Lamont and handles by Ged Kennett.
Connected to a terrace overlooking the city, the elongated living room consists of a procession of seating areas, made luminous with Venetian plastered walls by Simes Studios. The room is anchored by the Peter Beard photograph, Maureen Gallagher and a Late Night Feeder. Below the work are a Vladimir Kagan sofa and Roman Thomas chair.
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Above: Slices of Silver Roots marble were carefully book-matched to create the living room’s spectacular fireplace. A coffee table by Adam Hebb, a Holly Hunt sofa and Mattaliano lounge chairs carve out a glamorous, yet intimate, seating area by the fire. Opposite: Light filtering through a blown-glass ceiling installation by Jeff Goodman Studio bathes the dining room in a warm glow enhanced by custom illuminated wine displays on the north and south walls. A chocolatey Callidus Guild wallcovering further cocoons the space, surrounding a Martin Massé dining table and Mattaliano chairs.
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Above: Primed for entertaining, the kitchen features a generous island-turned-bar counter of Quarzo Azulado quartzite and custom stools made by Interior Dynamics. The design team illuminated the space with Articolo pendants and sconces by The Urban Electric Co. An abstract work by Hananiah Harari occupies pride of place. Opposite: To bring cohesion to the home’s playful blending of wall materials, the team introduced a repeated grid pattern that appears in various rooms, including the kitchen’s bar area. Here, they iterated the motif with walnut molding and a combed, plastered wall finish by Simes Studios. An antique-brass bar nook is seamlessly integrated into the millwork.
“We were very deliberate in how we could punctuate the architecture and design using art.” –J O A N C R A I G
Above: A Fromental wallpaper brings dappled movement to the guest bedroom, which the team composed with hues inspired by the iconic cityscape outside. A gray lounge chair by Barron Custom Furniture overlooks the spectacular view. The ceiling wears a Schumacher wallcovering and is adorned with a Gregorius Pineo chandelier. Opposite: The home’s signature grid wall pattern appears again in the powder room, reinterpreted with silver-hued frames and black Venetian plaster applied by Simes Studios. Saint Henry Black granite tile flooring and a dark stone vanity countertop continue the dramatic theme. A pair of Holly Hunt sconces punctuates the space.
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Above: Landscape designer Jayson DeGeeter cultivated a lush oasis for the private terrace off the couple’s bedroom suite. Focusing on tonal and textural variations for the surrounding planters, DeGeeter blended climbing white hydrangeas, autumn ferns, coral bells, and sugar and spice foamflowers. A Holly Hunt cocktail table and lounge chairs complete the intimate alcove. Opposite: Drawing from the adjacent living room’s soft tones, the south terrace features a neutral palette of materials, including Indian Coast sandstone pavers, aluminum planters with a hammered bronze finish and McKinnon and Harris chairs around the fire pit by Ore. DeGeeter defined the space with topiary pillars of dwarf Korean lilac and boxwood hedges.
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Artist Dana De Ano uses found materials ranging from vintage linens and lawn chair webbing (below) to purse fabric, book covers, photos, scarves and crinoline (bottom). For Verona 2 (left) De Ano applied graphite and paint to printmaking paper, then embroidered it with book covers, velvet fabric and canvas from a vintage purse.
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Industrial Evolution Bespoke detailing and luxurious finishes transform a West Loop loft into a posh bachelor pad. W R I T T E N BY TAT E G U N N E R S O N | P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y D U S T I N H A L L E C K
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Exemplifying the neutral color palette of this West Loop loft designed by Devon Wegman, a felt-covered sectional by Rove Concepts and Four Hands leather chairs surround a custom marble cocktail table by BeckerWorks Ltd. in the light-filled living room. The artwork above the sofa is from the homeowner’s collection.
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brass, the custom range hood must be waxed regularly to maintain its appearance. And despite marble’s reputation as a porous and easily stainable stone, Jeremiah had no qualms about using it throughout the interior. In the living room, for example, a tailored sectional sofa and a pair of low-slung chairs surround a marble cocktail table. The veiny stone also clads the walls of the main bathroom, accented by gray porcelain tile and warm oak cabinetry. “Jeremiah wanted a dramatic, luxurious feel,” Wegman says, pointing to the fluted-marble accent tiles in the shower. That fluted detail is echoed in the adjacent bedroom, where Wegman covered the wall behind the headboard in handcrafted slatted oak stained in a rich, dark hue. While Jeremiah was at first unsure about that decision, Wegman convinced him it would contribute to the posh hotel room vibe he envisioned, and it has since become one of his favorite elements—especially at night when the lamp light creates dramatic shadows. “It adds so much warmth,” he says. Wegman also created a strong focal point in the upstairs loft, incorporating a custom dark-stained media cabinet with white marble countertops and open shelving that floats in front of an antiqued mirror backsplash. “This space is meant to have a nostalgic vibe, almost like a speakeasy,” Wegman explains. Touches of brass in the overhead and floor lighting create a warm cozy glow at the end of the day when Jeremiah relaxes on the room’s green crushed-velvet sofa. “It has a Mad Men-esque style,” the designer says of the showstopping piece. “That’s his place to unwind and relax.” The true success of the project can be credited to Wegman’s ability to understand what Jeremiah desired from his home. “I’m not a designer,” Jeremiah notes. “I don’t ‘speak’ design. But I would describe what I wanted to Devon and she would translate that into beautiful, functional elements.” And once those elements all came together, Jeremiah says the reality turned out even better than the renderings. “It’s a unique space with a lot of history that I wanted to honor,” he adds, noting the sense of joy he feels when entering the wellappointed space. “We nailed it.”
Cable lighting by Tech Lighting over the island and a Sonneman chandelier above the dining table, both from Lightology, provide illumination without marring the beautiful sightlines in the open living and dining area. The table is by Los Angeles-based Olivya Stone and the dining chairs are by Modloft in Miami.
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Above: A tailored green velvet sofa from CB2 adds a punch of color to the upstairs loft, where a built-in wooden media center-cum-bar by MG Custom Inc. creates a striking, highly functional focal point with its marble countertops and antiqued mirror backsplash from Mosaicos Tile. Opposite: Lit by a Visual Comfort chandelier, a swivel chair by Four Hands and a Lyon Benton metal-and-concrete side table from Lightology create a cozy spot to relax in the loft. The Bryar Wolf pillow in the corner is from Burke Decor.
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Above: A wire-brushed, rift-cut white oak slat accent wall by MG Custom Inc. serves as the backdrop for a Rove Concepts felt-upholstered bed and marble-topped steel nightstands by Blu Dot in the homeowner’s bedroom. The lamp, one of two, is from Pottery Barn. Opposite: Formerly situated on an angle in the main bedroom, the original hot-rolled steel fireplace now faces the foot of the bed—one of the many strategic changes that Wegman made to the interior of this industrial West Loop loft. Beside it is a Four Hands dresser.
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Steering the interiors away from splashy kitsch, designer Tom Stringer selected quality pieces with personality for this vacation home on Walloon Lake. For the entry, he paired rope sconces from Exante Antiques in New York with a vintage console from Palm Beach, Florida-based FS Henemader Antiques. A mirror by Brownstone Furniture completes the vignette.
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akeside living is a distinct experience in the Midwest, particularly in Michigan. Sparkling views, rolled cuffs, loose dinner plans—it offers the freedom of mixing your own drink but not before earning it in the sun and splash. That character— open, relaxed and inherently rooted—feels different from other waterfront destinations. Tom Stringer understands theses subtleties. The designer spent summers sailing nearby. His great-great grandfather built a family home not far from his clients’ property in Walloon Lake, a logging community settled in the late 1800s. Once the railway arrived, the area, which is lavished with natural beauty, became a fashionable escape for Midwestern industrialist families wilting from city life. Stringer’s longtime clients are avid boaters who have generational history in the region. He deftly designed their main residence, a stately but comfortable family abode, when their kids were still anticipating the tooth fairy. This second dwelling they asked him to design would serve as a summer cottage for their three now-grown children to share with their partners, family and friends. The project was about relishing intangibles—taking in inspired views, crowning a new board game champion and connecting the family to a place that means something special. “I looked at the traditions from my childhood and my own residences in that area. That’s what I draw from—I get its DNA,” says Stringer. “It takes some discipline because a dwelling on an inland lake or on Lake Michigan is not a house on Cape Cod or a Southern home on the ocean— they’re all different versions of waterside.” Inspired by the classic yacht club guest house aesthetic, Stringer steered the nautical design to a crisp, well-defined finish. The clients prefer bold, bright colors, which led to a primary palette of white, blue, red and yellow—all the hues found in maritime signal flags. Too much white, the designer notes, would have risked looking overly patriotic. But the balance is there, anchored by a tonal trio of blues that move throughout while inviting other shades into the mix, like the
unexpected glossy black in the “hideout” room (as Stringer refers to it). These shifts sidestep being “relentlessly match-y,” he explains. “There’s a formula, but one that we’re trying to break just enough that it doesn’t feel formulaic.” Nautical themes are not for the uninitiated. One shipwrecked trinket or overzealous fish motif can skid into gift shop territory. Stringer expertly bypassed the kitsch and coral prints (“It’s a Midwestern lake house; it’s not coastal,” he points out) with signature restraint. “We focused on a few things of real quality to carry the theme,” the designer says. He sourced antique pond yachts and encased them in glass for the dining area. A series of midcentury shipbuilder’s half-block models flank the fireplace in the family room. Even the custom semicircular sofa frame in the living room recalls the seat of a vintage sailboat. Homes on the water tend to evoke the atmosphere of a long holiday weekend, and Stringer emphasized that with unscripted informality. The antique French farmhouse table, for example, feels lived in. “You want patina so the first nick doesn’t disqualify the piece,” he notes. “This is a summer house—you don’t want to spend a lot of time thinking about caring for it.” The lower level serves as a comfortable lounge, and the bunk room—which sleeps six—brings to mind childhood summer nights. The dwelling also came with a working but unremarkable vintage piano. Following the summer cottage tradition of repurposing and reimagining furniture, Stringer had it painted to suit the relaxed mood. “It’s my first blue piano,” he admits. “I didn’t want it to take itself too seriously.” This lighthearted addition proved popular—the kids spent their first night in the new abode at the piano belting out tunes. The primary bedroom overlooks the lake, so Stringer enhanced that sense of floating on the water with hues of blue and white. In the bathroom, he selected a wallcovering with a pattern “somewhere between nautical and quilt. It has a cozy innocence to it,” he says— a descriptor that can be applied to the residence as a whole. “For me, it was about honoring the past,” explains the designer. “This is a new version of an old family home, and someday it will be an old family home.”
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In the family room, a Noir game table and chairs from CB2 serve as the perfect place for some friendly competition. Continuing the nautical theme, two rope chandeliers by Jamie Young Co. offer a clean and minimal look. Stringer sourced the antique half-hull models on either side of the fireplace from Lannan Gallery in Massachusetts. A Sherrill Furniture sofa and the clients’ own armchairs prime the space for vacation lounging.
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Right: While there was no heavy renovation, Stringer was intent on honoring the home’s past. “We added the wood beams and wood planking to the ceilings and brought the beadboard back in,” the designer explains. “This library of materials takes it back from house to cottage.” The built-ins in the living room host an array of vintage objects, including a set of woven wicker wine bottles from France. Opposite: The curved panel-back sofa in the living room is a custom design. Julian Chichester bobbin chairs upholstered in Pindler fabric and a rug from Watson Smith capture the play of blue and white perfectly. Brunschwig & Fils drapery frames striking lake views.
Above: The charmingly named “hideout room” has a 20th-century-lake-house feel thanks to its Noir spindle beds— painted a glossy black to sidestep any repetitiveness in the color scheme. Accenting the space are a Craig McAllister photograph and Arteriors lamps with custom red shades. Opposite: Playing with shades of blue in the powder bath, Stringer selected a patterned Schumacher wallpaper and added navy shades to the existing sconces. The sleek Signature Hardware mahogany vanity adds a sophisticated touch.
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Above: The main bedroom features a private terrace and stunning views. Stringer introduced gentle yellow accents through the Christopher Farr drapery and the duvet from The Company Store. An Arteriors table lamp and upholstered chair by Lee Industries round out the space. Opposite: A patterned Thibaut wallcovering envelops the main bathroom, providing the perfect backdrop to Lucy Clare Spooner’s Nude No. 17. The Signature Hardware tub features a House of Rohl filler and is accompanied by a Noir drink table.
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