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D E S I G N D I S PAT C H The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.

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DEBUT A new artistically influenced wallpaper and textile line looks to Louisiana’s culture.

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ROUNDUP Three acclaimed artisans weigh in on the importance of higher education.

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H E R I TAG E Ukraine’s Gunia Project celebrates traditional crafts for modern times.

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AS TOLD TO Todd Nickey discusses the thrill of the hunt and the importance of discovery.

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LAUNCH For his latest quilt-inspired collection, Kyle Bunting tapped his mother as muse.

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M AT E R I A L Out-of-this-world wallpapers and fabrics.

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TREND Three alluring hotels to check into this season.

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SPOTLIGHT A celebration of handcrafted furniture and lighting.

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K I TC H E N + B AT H Bold, graphic stone slabs are rewriting the rules of high-design bathrooms.

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One of the great pleasures of editing this publication is being habitually exposed to design from across the country—an endless array of styles, influences, penchants and the like. In any given week, I review some three dozen homes from more than 15 cities.

It’s an abundance to see, and to weigh in on. The weekly parade of living rooms and gardens, kitchens and closets, laundry rooms and bedrooms gives me a wonderful perch from which to view American design. If you asked what I’ve observed lately, I would say it’s exuberance. I’ve spotted elation expressed subtlety with tone-on-tone interiors, and conversely, seen it pronounced with heaps of whimsy and sparkle in vibrant wallpapers, glossy walls and astonishing lighting. What these homes, and the people living in them, are conveying is their taste and joyfulness. Aren’t we all fortunate to delight in the mix?

Clockwise from right: A ceramic plate made by a Ukrainian artisan for Gunia Project. Louisiana artist Francis X. Pavy’s new line of textiles inspired by his artwork.

Natan Moss’ Maurice Floor Lamp photographed in Joshua Tree National Park. Designer Sara Gilbane channeled country house charm for a clients’ Manhattan residence.

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RELATIVITY TEXTILES After graduating from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Erin Minckley began working for a bespoke wallpaper manufacturer. She asked her employer if she could test out an idea for a wallcovering, and suddenly thousands of people wanted to buy her creation. Minckley didn’t have a website or a company, but that soon changed when she launched Relativity Textiles. “When I started, I didn’t know a single designer,” she says. “I’ve spent the last eight years building relationships and learning how to collaborate with all the amazing creatives in this really supportive design community.” Minckley continues to introduce new wallpaper and textile lines, but she’s pushing herself beyond those now-safe waters with a lighting collection based on a prototype she made for the 2020 Lake Forest Showhouse. Using her beloved wallpaper designs, she’s also recently launched a rug collection in partnership with a local rug merchant, and a printed textiles line with a mill in Minnesota. Next, we’re hoping Minckley bottles her seemingly limitless energy and creativity to share with the rest of us. relativitytextiles.com

POST MASTER WHO: Former photographer and art director Kimberly Swedelius, who now works with interior designers and photographers as a prop stylist for photo shoots.

WHAT: She discovered her flair for interiors when designing her home in Louisville, which is now a very stylish Airbnb. She got to flex that creative muscle again when she moved to Chicago and had a new dwelling to serve as her canvas.

Both residences (and her studio) are filled with furniture and objects that cross decades and styles but work beautifully together because of her curated eye. Her motto is “buy what you love.”

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WHY: The captivating images that populate her feed—ranging from chic interiors to dreamy tablescapes and beyond—come from photo shoots that she has styled for clients as well as strictly creative sessions that she tries to schedule monthly.

IN HER WORDS: “I like cool things and pretty spaces; it’s inspirational and helps people think differently. I try to grab ideas from weird things, like an interesting texture or color combination. I like to bring a little quirk into my work so it’s not too serious, but more playful, conceptual and inspiring.”

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BRONZEVILLE WINERY Longtime Bronzeville community boosters Cecilia Cuff and Eric Williams opened Bronzeville Winery as a contemporary, welcoming restaurant that honors the neighborhood’s heritage through its food and design. They teamed with architecture studio Future Firm on the space, which credits a range of inspiration from early house music posters to the Centre Pompidou in Paris.

“When approaching the restaurant design for Bronzeville Winery, we aimed to create a multisensory experience that encompasses the diversity that makes Chicago so beautiful,” Cuff says. “Our team was intentional with all design aspects to infuse locally made objects, such as the tables and chairs by Norman Teague Design Studios and light fixtures by Lucy Slivinski.” The end result is a beautifully curated experience of food, wine, art and music, all with a feeling of community and connectedness. bronzevillewinery.com

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BAR MAR Bar Mar, the new seafood-focused restaurant by world-renowned chef José Andrés in partnership with Gibsons Restaurant Group, beckons diners from its first-floor digs in the Bank of America Building.

While Bar Mar avoids all nautical decor cliches, interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán did create one showstopper—a 14-foot-long octopus that floats over the bar—that makes it clear what the restaurant is all about. “We didn’t want to have a classic representation of an octopus; we intended to give it a little twist,” he says. “The overall concept was inspired by the incredible landscapes of northern Spain and the materials we selected are natural with a raw look to the finish.” thebazaar.com

alpana photo: anthony tahlier. bar mar photo: garrett sweet. bronzeville winery photo: daniel kelleghan.

The design of Master Sommelier Alpana Singh’s eponymous Near North Side restaurant was spearheaded by her business partner, Matt Fisher. “We wanted to create an environment that was cozy, romantic and upscale, but also told Alpana’s story as a female sommelier and entrepreneur,” he says. “The photos of famous women on the wall stand out. They’re so different from the stock photos of men you usually see.” As far as color, Fisher opted to steer clear of the typical “girl boss pink,” instead looking to the Mooi wallpaper to provide the palette of terra cotta, gold and dark green. alpanachicago.com

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Chicago-based metal sculptor Lucy Slivinski got her start in art as a weaver. “I made elaborate, three-dimensional tapestries,” she says. “But I wanted to evolve beyond the restrictions of weaving, so I kept experimenting.” She tried using wire and pushing concrete through the frames, eventually dropping the concrete to concentrate on metal. Once she learned to weld, her artistry came together, and she began creating both light fixtures that are the darlings of the smart interior design set as well as large-scale sculptures that are in demand as both outdoor and indoor installations. lucyslivinski.com What sparks your creativity? It starts when I’m at the scrap yard and I see something that makes me think, “I could work with that.” When I find new things, it leads to new directions in the studio. This spring I did a large installation for Expo featuring two pieces with beautiful 12-inch brass rings, but I can’t get those rings anymore, so that’s all there’s going to be.

How is making a light fixture different from a sculpture? The light pieces are sculpture to me, but they are functional and must work in a specific environment. I really like collaborating with designers, getting to see the room and talking about how my art might enhance the space.

Any new directions? For my newest light pieces, I’m working with a basketry material as well as edge banding, which is a construction component that comes in wood and plastic. I weave and bend these flexible reeds and bands around the wire to give the piece another dimension. On the business side, I’m collaborating with Montauk Sofa and they’re showing my work in their Chicago studio.

What inspires you? It’s very important that my work speak in a way that creates an affirmative message or a sense of hope. It’s all about emitting an energy that’s extremely positive so when a person lives with it, my art elevates their environment.

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Yardbird, an environmentally focused outdoor furnishings brand, opened two new brick-andmortar stores just in time for Chicago’s outdoor season. “It was a no-brainer to pick Highland Park and Oak Brook for our first Chicago-area showrooms,” says Jay Dillon, who co-founded Yardbird with his father Bob Dillon in 2016. “We know Chicagoans love to take advantage of nice weather—just like us Minnesotans—and we’re so excited to help them do just that.” Backing up their love of the outdoors are Yardbird’s stylish furnishings. Most of its hand-woven wicker is sourced from recycled ocean plastic, and on top of that, the furniture itself is recyclable.

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AN EYE-CATCHING LINE OF WALLCOVERINGS AND TEXTILES CHAMPIONS THE SPIRIT AND TRADITIONS OF LOUISIANA. W R I T T E N B Y K E L LY V E LO C C I J O L L I F F E

For over six decades, artist Francis X. Pavy has been keenly observing his South Louisiana surroundings.

The region’s unique landscape and rich Cajun culture have been driving forces behind the narrative—and iconography—of his vibrant paintings. “I’m intrigued by the complexity of life here,” says Pavy, who’s been working out of his suburban Lafayette studio for 40 years. “It has depth and meaning; there is a story to be told.”

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Marshgrass, a block print featuring small vertical lines rising from a horizontal base. He first noticed the symbol, which is used to designate marshland on a map, in a geologist’s office as a child. “I didn’t consciously say, ‘I need to remember this,’ but it became a part of an inner visual vocabulary that I filed away in my brain.” Then there is Briars, a creeping branch-like design inspired by thorny plants of the same name. As a teenager, Pavy watched as the sun illuminated a cluster growing in an empty field.

“Sometimes, imagery makes a burning impression in my memory,” he says.

“Or it comes back to me in a flash.”

The artist, who teamed up with his wife to bring the line to fruition, is also using this opportunity to develop new

For his debut line of wallcoverings and textiles (top right), artist Francis X. Pavy pulled from iconography found in his paintings, which feature interpretations of South Louisiana’s culture.

motifs, one of which portrays coastal Louisiana’s delicate ecosystem. In Stormy Waters, Pavy depicts “flora and fauna overcome by storm water.” They adorn the fabric alongside iconography of a man with his dog and a small telephone pole symbolizing “the edge of civilization.” This narrative is inspired by the state’s historic flood, in 2016, and devastation the artist witnessed firsthand. “I’m interpreting what I see in Louisiana,” he explains. “We have our own identity in food, speech and music.

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Over the past several years, many people have spent time getting in touch with their creative side. As a result, an exploration, and revival, of craft—think pottery, woodworking and painting—has led to a renewed interest in arts educational programs. Several highly acclaimed schools across the country offer dynamic workshops and degrees, allowing students to spend years honing in on a specialized area of study or simply attend classes to become better

acquainted with a new interest. Who better to weigh in on the merits of a formal education than three celebrated alums: glass artist Dale Chihuly on Haystack Mountain School of Crafts; industrial designer Jay Sae Jung Oh on Cranbrook Academy of Art; and glass artist and painter Corey Pemberton on Penland School of Craft. Their success stories not only bolster the legacies of these unique institutions but serve as inspiration for the next generation of makers.

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For Oh, Cranbrook’s broad-thinking approach lured her from Seoul to the Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, campus. “Their industrial design program lets you focus on your interests,” she explains. “The historical buildings, the environment—students from other majors like architecture, engineering, even anthropology—was fascinating to me.”

This influx of varying viewpoints intensified her creativity, and she quickly garnered the attention of design pioneer Gaetano Pesce, who offered her an internship and job opportunity after graduation. While now focused on her successful eponymous firm, Oh finds guest-lecturing at her alma mater a symbiotic relationship. “I like the engagement,” she says. “I get to see what students are interested in, and who they think the rock stars of design are today.”

While studying graphic design at Virginia Commonwealth University, Los Angelesbased Pemberton developed an interest in glassmaking that led him to a summer

(Previous page) Jay Sae Jung Oh’s Savage Chair, Raw Edition features discarded objects wrapped in leather cord for a transformative effect. (From left) Corey Pemberton’s That Morning Light; a lidded blown glass jar by the artist. An evocative sketch

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program at Penland in North Carolina.

“My hand skills improved so much that the instructor offered me a job,” he recalls.

Pemberton went on to assistantships and residencies, returning to Penland for a coveted two-year fellowship where he augmented glassmaking with painting and other artforms. Today, Pemberton continues to remain busy, dividing his time between glassmaking and painting practices; an upcoming teaching stint at Haystack this summer; and serving as Director of Crafting the Future, a program creating more equitable opportunities for BIPOC students interested in the arts. “Craft schools are immersive and less formal than the collegiate route,” he says. “I’m a huge advocate [of them] and know how much you can learn.”

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Regarded as one of the founding fathers of contemporary American craft, Chihuly studied glass making at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Upon graduating, he enrolled at the Rhode Island School of Design where he received an MFA and taught for many years. Throughout his tenure, Chihuly spent summers teaching at Haystack in Deer Isle, Maine, during which time he realized “artists teaching artists is vital to helping students find their own path.” Founded in 1950, the school was considered experimental because it had no permanent faculty, nor did it offer degrees.

Remaining true to its roots, Haystack’s workshops and residencies are still taught by visiting faculty and remain sought-after programs today. Chihuly credits Haystack with influencing him to cofound Pilchuck Glass School in Seattle, and, while no longer teaching, he continues to encourage “students to surround themselves with other artists. Watch how they live, not just how they work.”

UKRAINE’S GUNIA PROJECT SHINES A LIGHT ON THE COUNTRY’S LONG-STANDING CRAFT TRADITION. W R I T T E N BY M I C H E L L E B R U N N E R

In folk art, every brush stroke and every stitch tells a story, and when those crafts are lost to time, so too is a piece of history.

It’s a reality that Natasha Kamenska and Maria Gavryliuk, founders of the Gunia Project, know all too well. “Handmade items have always been at the heart of Ukrainian life, yet few people pass on the beauty of this national culture to their children,” says Gavryliuk.

In 2017, while volunteering at the Ivan Honchar Museum’s National Centre of Folk Culture in Kyiv, both women began to wonder why younger generations had forgotten folk crafts integral to their heritage. It sparked an idea: Form a collective of artists dedicated to producing Ukrainian crafts for a new audience using the traditional, timeworn skills of their ancestors.

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Ceramic plates available through Ukraine’s Gunia Project depict religious and folk motifs from the country’s rich artistic history.

The duo embarked on a quest to find artisans, traveling throughout Ukrainian villages to seek out craftspeople by word of mouth. At a market in the town of Yavoriv, they encountered a gunya, a handmade sheep’s wool coat that serves as a talisman-like garment used during major life events. Finding inspiration in the object, they christened the company Gunia Project in 2019.

Handmade items sold through the collective include fiber arts, glass and jewelry, in addition to a large inventory of painted ceramics featuring playful takes on folk-art motifs and religious themes.

Many of the pieces sport images of saints and angels that loom large in Ukrainian faith and lore (their ceramic production

began with a single artist who happened to be trained as an icon painter). While the artistic sensibility of these pieces feels modern and fresh, the subject matter is timeless and deeply ingrained in the national identity.

For Gavryliuk and Kamenska, preserving Ukrainian culture for future generations has acquired even more significance as of late. “With the war at our doors, we know that our culture needs to be preserved and cherished,” says Gavryliuk. “Art is so closely intertwined with history that destroying folk crafts destroys our cultural heritage, and the country as a whole,” adds Kamenska. guniaproject.com, thenopo.com

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Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe seek out beautiful pieces for design projects as well as their Los Angeles shop from flea markets, antique fairs and the like. Shown here is one such find: a vintage carved-wood entry door.

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My partner Amy Kehoe and I have built our lives around being out in the world— at craft fairs, art shows, antique fairs and even flea markets—unearthing sources of inspiration. Although I enjoy searching for things online, it’s important for us to touch and feel objects. There’s only so much you can see about patina, texture and scale on a screen!

We met a young woman, just out of art school, at a craft show a few years ago, and she was making beautiful sculptures and serveware from wood. I don’t want to sound too ‘woo-woo,’ but when she invited us to pick up her work, I could feel the energy she put into making it. The way she sands her pieces gives them a unique surface, something that’s impossible to manufacture. It’s exhilarating to meet people who are passionate about creating and making.

Hunting and shopping in person is also where kismet happens. At times, I almost feel like a water witch with a divining rod because something just draws me to a piece—I find what I love by clearing my mind and exploring. I recently discovered a forged-iron company that makes the most extraordinary pieces and when I first saw them, I got jelly belly for a few minutes because it was such a thrill.

This is an era where appreciation for art and craft is growing, and we are embracing it on all levels, from crude to posh and fancy. The importance of handmade goods can’t be overstated—it’s fundamental; it’s everything. nickeykehoe.com

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Common Threads KYLE BUNTING RETURNS TO HIS ROOTS WITH AN AMERICANA-INSPIRED COLLECTION. For hide rug designer Kyle Bunting, family has always been at the core of his work. Take, for example, the Austinbased creatives lauded range of rugs, wall coverings and home accessories, which incorporate methods passed down from his father Jim, who owned a hide art and furniture company. Bunting’s inventive take on these techniques ultimately led to his eponymous empire of beautiful yet functional décor objects for the home. Now, more than two decades since getting his start, Bunting’s work is once again being shaped by those near and dear.

This time around, Bunting looked to his mother, Peggy, and her longstanding passion for quilting as inspiration for his latest collection, Stateside. Playing off the striking patterns and graphic geometry of these traditional American textiles, the colorful new rug designs fuse the handiwork of both parents—all with Bunting’s signature spin. Each floor covering is created from pieced-together scraps, culled from repurposed hide cuttings and excess material collected during production.

What’s more, the collaboration also presents an opportunity to spotlight an unsung artform. Women like Peggy, and her family, have looked to quilting as a means of expression, love and practicality for centuries. “One of my most prized quilts was my grandmother’s,” she explains. “This handmade heirloom was crafted 65 years ago, and it’s evident that each stitch was painstakingly, and thoughtfully, made.”

It is the Buntings’ hope that these modern interpretations may also become treasured keepsakes and serve as timeless reminders of the historical fabric that connects families from one generation to the next. kylebunting.com

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Nestled on King Street in downtown Charleston, The Pinch is a boutique hotel occupying two original Victorian-style buildings dating from the mid-1800s. Philadelphia-based firm Method Co., working alongside Morris Adjmi Architects, imbued the interiors with thoughtful, modern touches while embracing its designation as a National Register of Historic Places. thepinch.com

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For a one-of-a-kind stay in California’s wine country, look no further than The Madrona, an Aesthetic Movement-era private estate turned charming Healdsburg inn. Designed and co-owned by Jay Jeffers, the property’s late 19th century DNA is on full display— from original bay windows to soaring ceilings. Designloving guests will especially enjoy the impressive art collection, which features works commissioned exclusively for the hotel. themadronahotel.com. themadronahotel.com

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Looking for a quiet respite from city life? The Chatwal Lodge sits on 100 idyllic pastoral acres in Upstate New York and offers views of Toronto Reservoir lake.

The Adirondack-style interiors boast cozy reclaimedwood walls, hearty stonework and of-the-style furnishings that whisk guests into a cabin-chic state of mind. After spending the day exploring the great outdoors, visitors can dine on locally-sourced cuisine at the property’s restaurant. thechatwallodge.com.

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LIFE FORM To achieve the Maurice Floor Lamp’s melting, scale-like texture, Santa Fe furniture designer Natan Moss rolls, shapes and fires each ceramic tendril before meticulously adhering them to the lamp’s base. Compared to Moss’ smaller vessels, these larger forms can take up to three days to compose. Tactile and life-like, Moss named the head-turning series after Maurice Sendak’s book, Where The Wild Things Are, after seeing a resemblance between its otherworldly characters and his work. lawson-fenning.com

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ORIGIN STORY Ceramicist Jonathan Cross is drawn to the natural world, namely forms found in American southwest geology and archaeology. These sources of inspiration are evident in Cross’ Side Tables, which come to life in his Joshua Tree studio using the rammed earth technique. Cross begins by layering and compressing different clays, eventually excavating the desired form from a solid clay block. The figure is left to dry for a month before being loaded into a wood-fired kiln where it is transformed into stone. thefutureperfect.com

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GOING GREEN With its ripple-like texture and deep, energizing hue it’s hard to imagine that Ryan Belli’s Arches Dining Chair is conceived from solid wood. The furniture designer strived to drastically transform the raw material from its natural state in order to achieve an entirely new form. While the color is inspired by Belli’s verdant Pasadena, California, homebase— where he imagined it perched alongside lush flora—this chair is anything but incognito surrounded by desert landscape. bellibellibelli.com

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COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS After years of working together on various projects, A-list designer Kelly Wearstler tapped Los Angeles-based ceramicist Morgan Peck for a nine-part ceramic collection of tableware and accent pieces. Each handmade item, including the Wall Mirror (shown), is imbued with fingerprints and impressions of its maker, giving each design unique characteristics. Peck counts everything from Midcentury car fins to Legos and stone formations as sources of inspiration for the line, which is exclusively available through Wearstler’s online gallery. kellywearstler.com

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PERCH PERFECT Behold Bari Ziperstein’s series of outdoor-friendly clay side tables. Resembling gears in motion, Tall Hex (left) and Double Tier Hex (center) take cues from industrial, Brutalist design elements, while Tall Castle (right) pays homage to Chicago’s iconic Marina City towers. Each of Ziperstein’s pieces are handmade in Los Angeles using slab building techniques, which involves forming and joining individual clay slabs together to realize a finished shape. The form is then glazed in one of the studio’s unique color combinations, like Sunset Pink or Analine Green (shown). bzippyandcompany.com

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GUIDING LIGHT LGS Studio’s Lithic Lamp is part lighting source, part sculpture. Totem-esque in size and arrangement, layers of stain and glaze are applied to each hand-carved ceramic sphere to achieve its volcanic rock appearance. Founders Thomas Renaud and Noel Hennessy begin by mapping out the design, sketching the shape before determining how it will be assembled in their Los Angeles studio. The duo have christened their designs “new relics” in an ongoing quest to create work that is not tied to a particular time or place. lgsstudio.com

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THE SMART + HEALTHY HOME Throughout the country, homeowners and their design pros alike are striving to balance more than a few goals at once. They want an environment that serves as sanctuary at the end of a long day … even though they may spend their workday in the same spaces. They seek to entertain in style but also need durable hubs for the activity of children and pets. They crave new ways to embrace the slow living that signifies true wellness, while finding themselves in need of practical, convenient solutions. So, how is the balance struck? Find out on the following pages, where the industry’s brightest talk all things smart, healthy—and beautiful—at home.

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Light can be transformative. It creates ambience, opens up

First, start early. And second, make intelligence a part of the

new functional possibilities and showcases the home features

architecture. A smart home feels like an integrated ecosystem

one most adores, like the art aficionado’s collection. Such is

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foundational elements of the home, such as doors, windows,

fixture, shade and control element that Lutron designs. As for

and electrical and climate systems. Tightly integrate home

how to best bring this transformational light into the home,

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of the structure, operating subtly in the background.

“For Lutron, light is energy; light is mood; light is a narrator of time.”

SYMPHONY OF LIGHT When Lutron’s innovative designs are involved, the home is more than just illuminated; it’s reinvented.

•T unable lamps and luminaires restore the romance of candlelight and synchronize with the sun to dissolve the boundary between natural and built environments.

•W hisper-quiet, automatic shades act as a natural extension to the light control system, balancing access to sunlight with sanctuary from it.

•E very system is custom-designed and integrated by an expert to reflect the habits, preferences and personality of the end user, ensuring that whole-home control is more than intuitive—it’s second nature.

WORK WITH NATURE Among Lutron’s top tips is to design with the light, not against it. “Think of moonlight, sunrise, light-filtered green through trees, late-night embers in a dying fire— each moment is a canvas, and light is what soaks that canvas with color and feeling,” the team says. “Blend indoor and outdoor lighting with intention to match your mood and cultivate well-being.”

Top Dynamic lighting, automated shades and a sophisticated control system operate in concert to synchronize the color and intensity of interior lighting with the sun, dissolving the boundary between the natural and built environments.

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of late, it truly acts as the everyday center for all things life

in the kitchen. Zephyr range hoods keep the air in the kitchen

and work, healthy living and connection. As such, quality—

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ventilation, grease and grime can and will settle into cabinetry,

become a focal point for homeowners and design pros alike.

walls, window treatments and upholstery. Zephyr continues

And this continues to be a top priority for manufacturers

to deliver products that stand up to cleaning the air with

like Zephyr. Known for its design-forward range hoods and

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innovative technology, the 25-year-old company has pushed

solutions for every kitchen.

“The kitchen is no longer just a space for cooking. It is an entertaining hub—the most used room in the home.”

REVOLUTIONARY DESIGN • Perimeter Aspiration System increases air velocity through narrow openings around the perimeter of the hood, which improves the capture of cooking contaminates.

• PowerWave™ blower technology is the most powerful dual-internal blower system on the market.

• Airflow Control Technology™ (ACT™) allows installers to limit the maximum blower CFM to meet local code requirements.

• Enhanced LED lighting brings dimmable, energyefficient illumination that lasts up to 25,000 hours.

• Designer partnerships have resulted in timeless and beautiful hoods that elevate the kitchen aesthetic.

• Smart app technology features voice activation and the ability to control the range hood from mobile device.

Top Featuring the Zephyr Tornado III Insert, Hommeboys Interiors played with materials in this kitchen while incorporating light and fresh air into the space. Far left This J. Reiko Design + Co. kitchen features a Lux Island in-ceiling hood that blends seamlessly into the design. Left The Mesa Wall in satin gold takes kitchen glamour to new heights.

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pon learning of the history behind Power Construction, one is struck with the magnitude of its longevity. Today, the home-building and remodeling firm serves clients seeking a wholly whiteglove experience, wherein Luxury Residence Group by Power Construction works closely with architects and designers to bring the most exquisite of visions to fruition. But many decades ago, in the 1920s, the company was founded for what was, at the time, a more novel prospect: electrification. With new inventions came a need for experts in the field. Enter, Power (fittingly named, of course). During the Depression Era,

designing and building hydroelectricgenerating plants was the primary focus, and after World War II, more commercial and industrial projects came into the fold. Then, in the 1990s, some of the firm’s most prominent clients invited their team to craft personal residences. The modern Luxury Residence Group is the legacy of that shift. Over the course of all these years, the firm has evolved with the times and the technology, but one thing remains the same. “Our aim has been the same from the very start: have fun wowing people,” says director Brandon Rogalski. And indeed, the firm’s repeat and referral client rate of 90 percent proves the goal achieved.

ASK THE EXPERT How do you work together with the client and other trade pros to bring the project to life?

The creative process between client, architect/designer and builder requires honesty, a can-do attitude and genuine teamwork. We know new ideas can continue to emerge for our clients and their architects/designers. Therefore, our role during construction includes helping the full project team evaluate late-stage options so the homeowner can make an informed decision and achieve the ideal outcome.

What is next for the firm?

Luxury Residence Group by Power is receiving more invitations to travel for some very special projects. Most recently, we served a repeat client in the Bahamas.

Being a part of the National Custom Builders Council is another avenue that we expect will lead to both operational improvement and new relationships.

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Top This condominium on the 87th floor showcases custom paneling, millwork, crown molding, casing and wall bases. Architecture by DesignBridge. Left More than just a communicating stair, this sculptural centerpiece links an expansive three-story condominium that combines six separate units into one courtesy of Booth Hansen and Kara Mann. Right The high-end build-out of this top-floor penthouse features iceberg quartzite flooring throughout and walls of sucupira wood. Architecture by JMStudio. Opposite In Hyde Park, a gracious 1904 masonry home originally designed by Howard Van Doren Shaw underwent a 4,000-square-foot restoration designed by Gary Lee Partners.

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When interior designer Summer Thornton’s Dallas client asked for a marble primary bath, she took the request to heart, sheathing the space in not one, but three different types: Arabescato Corchia in large-format slabs; Grey Lilac on the sink vanities; and Calacatta Viola for the makeup vanity, casings and windowsills.

“It was quite the puzzle to install, but the nuance adds depth and interest,” says the Chicago-based designer. “The accent marbles are powerful, without being jarring. We were drawn to both the lilac shade as well as the Calacatta Viola’s plum tones.” All three stones also make an appearance on the floor, where they are carefully laid out in a “Mondrian-esque

pattern” in conjunction with strategically placed textured metallic tiles. The latter, along with a polished-nickel soaking tub and an antique wall mirror, bring additional light into the space.

“There’s only one window, so these reflective surfaces bounce light around the room, making it feel twice as large,” notes Thornton.

The metallic fittings and accents were also chosen to help add warmth, which is important in all-stone baths that can sometimes come across as cold. To further encourage an inviting atmosphere, Thornton selected cerused-oak wooden cabinetry and a tactile wicker vanity chair to complete the stunning scheme. summerthorntondesign.com

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For the primary bath of a landmarked Tudor residence in Dallas, designer Summer Thornton employed three different types of marble to achieve its dynamic appearance. Hammered German Silver tiles from Paris Ceramics offset marble flooring. The space is outfitted with a polished-nickel tub from Catchpole & Rye, fittings from Waterworks, Murano-glass vanity scones from Jean-Marc Fray and a Vaughan ceiling fixture.

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Shannon Wollack and Brittany Zwickl, the duo behind West Hollywood firm Studio Life/Style, approached this Los Angeles powder room with a sophisticated-yet-daring eye. “We knew early on that we wanted to use a stone with lots of movement and color for the custom vanity,” says Zwickl. The designers landed on Calacatta Viola marble, which features burgundy veining that pairs perfectly with a deep green plaster finish on the walls. Below, Zwickl dives into more detail. studio-lifestyle.com What was the inspiration behind the design?

A powder room presents the perfect place to have a little fun! We were trying to create something moody with a touch of drama, and a dark color paired with striking stone always works well in small spaces.

Tell us about the wall treatment?

A contrasting wall color can help bring out the stone’s natural tones. Here, we chose Portola Paints & Glazes’ Roman Clay in the Lone Park shade, which adds extra depth to the room and plays with the reflection of light. Lindsey Adelman scones and a Gio Ponti−style mirror complete the look.

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Every jewel box needs some shimmer, and Kohler’s recently debuted Statement shower collection offers just the right amount of bling. The line contains four hand showers, two body sprays, four rain heads and an oval showerhead (shown in Vibrant Brushed Moderne Brass).

The oval head—which is available in both 10-inch and 12-inch lengths—is designed to deliver a robust stream of water that simulates a soaking summer storm.

Additional finishes include Polished Chrome, Vibrant Brushed Nickel and Matte Black. kohler.com

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Drummonds tapped industrial designer Marc Newson to envision a collection of bath products that marries the company’s classic aesthetic with his penchant for sinuous shapes and sleek lines. Items range from shower controls to taps and mixers, but the star of the show is the Coln bathtub, which features elegant contours made from composite marble with customizable metal feet. drummonds-uk.com

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Subtle details such as an arched ribbon spout and transparent lever handles give Brizo’s new Allaria Widespread Lavatory a cool, modern twist.

Shown in Brilliance Luxe Gold/Clear, the streamlined faucet is available in seven additional finishes, along with the option of a square spout with knob or twist-lever handles. To complement this faucet, the collection includes tub fillers, shower components and coordinating hardware that is sure to deliver a sense of polish and effortless style to any bath. brizo.com

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Statement slabs are one of the most effective ways to transform a space. Therefore, when the owners of this Boise, Idaho, residence called upon designer Jordan Yankovich of KovichCo Interiors to revamp their primary bath, she doubled down on green-hued Scala marble. “This stone has so much personality, with large green pools that the clients loved,” says Yankovich. “Real stone always feels new and fresh because you’re constantly discovering different patterns in the veining.”

Maximizing natural light was important to the scheme, so the designer added a see-through gas fireplace which allows daylight to flow between the bath and bedroom. Copper, nickel, steel, bluestone and oak complement the marble and round out the room’s palette.

“The client is a mining engineer, so these finishes are a nod to his profession,” notes Yankovich. “The materials are fancy, but they are used in a way that feels timeless and approachable.” kovichco.com

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Scala marble from Ann Sacks makes a strong statement in this Boise, Idaho, primary bath designed by Jordan Yankovich of KovichCo Interiors. In the corner, a seethrough gas fireplace from European Home provides views into the bedroom and out to the river beyond. The custom soaking tub is from Premier Copper Products and the fittings are by Watermark Designs.

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In this Southampton residence by Elizabeth Lawrence of Bunny Williams Interior Design, a secluded sitting room cloaked in a pale lilac toile serves as flexible sleeping quarters thanks to a twin bed-sized sofa. In a nostalgic flourish, an antique secretary offers guests a place to sit and tend to written correspondence.

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Limestone pavers flow through the entry (left), bathroom (below) and living-dining space (opposite), creating a timeless thread that welcomes sandy feet and muck boots alike.

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For designer Elizabeth Lawrence, a ground-up guest residence in Southampton provided a unique opportunity to bridge the old with the new. Building upon Georgian-influenced architecture by Michael Dwyer (largely inspired

by Frances Elkins’ interiors), and led by her client’s appreciation for antiques, Lawrence began layering palette and pattern to imbue a sense of calm, collected sophistication to

the dwelling, which serves as a year-round getaway. The result reads “a bit like an English country home, but with a Southampton twist,” notes Lawrence. She kept the ethos of-a-place with choice details like subtly coastal paint colors custom-crafted by Donald Kaufman throughout, and a bespoke entry mural by Artgroove depicting the seaside town.

“The mix of casual living in a formal setting is what makes this project so interesting,” muses the designer, pointing to the breezy spirit of the open-concept living-dining room—a pleasing contrast to the grand

architectural detailing. A similar dichotomy can be found in the surprising throughlines that lace together collections of wooden antiques, sumptuous, high-pile carpets and historically reverent textiles. Modern artworks and contemporary lighting are hallmarks of the design, and Lawrence’s artful placements— like an enormous Noguchi lantern above the dining table—typify the “Southampton twist” she endeavored to achieve at the outset.

“At night, when that’s the only thing lit,” she notes, “it almost looks like the moon is hanging there.” bunnywilliams.com

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When a couple’s search for a larger primary residence came up short, they abandoned the idea and turned to landscape architect John Howard to reconceive their existing Buckhead, Georgia, backyard instead.

Crowning the greenspace, a potting shed designed by architect William B. Litchfield (an homage to Bunny Mellon’s folly at Oak Spring Farm), underscores the bucolic manner of the newly appointed oasis. Trellising strung with Madison jasmine and climbing roses “serves

as a transitional, unifying moment between the terraced lawn and surrounding woodlands,” notes Howard. In collaboration with Litchfield and interior designer Liza Bryan, he specified bluestone pavers, barnwood paneling and a soapstone sink for flower arranging. Happily, the clients purport to using the shed as a bar and serving area when entertaining, too, treating friends and family to all the charms of a pastoral soiree—from the convenience of Atlanta proper. howarddesignstudio.com

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“We wanted to create a country house in the city,” shares Sara Gilbane of her clients’ Manhattan residence. Taking cues from a prolific collection of antiques and artworks, the designer set about capturing the spirit of the family’s ancestral Pennsylvania farmhouse in their newly purchased downtown apartment, which she transformed from austere white box to characterful flat alongside architect Gerard Beekman. Take the guest room, where, enveloped by a painterly Lewis & Wood wallpaper, Gilbane employed streamlined canopies to “cozy up” antique metal beds dressed in early American quilts.

Or the entry hall, where the selection of tumbled stone flooring in a timeless black-and-white check lays the foundation for oil painting gallery walls and millwork painted a chalky hue that feels snatched from a country residence benefitting from centuries of patina. “We live in a world where so much is accessible and, in turn, so much is the same,” muses Gilbane. “That is in part why this ‘old with a twist’ aesthetic is resonating today— it’s just refreshing.” saragilbaneinteriors.com

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ONES TO WATCH Those who are bringing original ideas, fresh perspectives and unique skills and abilities to their work and to their communities truly deserve the title Ones to Watch. From groundbreaking design concepts to state-of-the-art engineering and technology to pioneering skills and services and beyond, these talented trailblazers are breathing new life into their professions and the creative endeavors they share with their colleagues, their professional peers and their clientele. On the following pages, you will meet an amazing group of gifted individuals who embody these ideals as they continue to move the needle and redefine the future.

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DAVID DAVIS, CEO

“We strive to see the smile people get when they are happy with a system.”

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DAVIS AUDIO & VIDEO 312.423.7938 | davisaudio.com |

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Launched in 2004, Davis Audio & Video has a combination of principals with a uniquely well-suited pedigree. President Zachary Davis’ experience in the industry honed his skills for designing systems that match clients’ needs and desires, while CEO David Davis’ years of working at Deloitte taught him how professionalism, processes and procedures lay the groundwork for success. Providing home automation, home theater, surround sound, outdoor entertainment systems, window coverings and networks with full coverage—as well as commercial systems in bars, restaurants, board rooms and more—the firm’s service is what sets them apart. “We focus on service because it is so important to keep systems up and running. Nothing is more frustrating than sitting down to watch your television and finding out it’s not working,” David says. Through an expert knowledge base and dedication to solutions, the Davis A&V team prevents it.

Davis Audio & Video’s founders guide the firm with a few key tenets: •S uccess is our client’s happiness. If they are not happy, we are not doing a good job.

•W e listen to our clients and ask questions so that we can provide them with the best possible system for their needs and wants. Every project is different and provides unique challenges.

• We seek out top talent as our team is vital to our company.

•W e’re motivated when our clients compliment our team—we love hearing how happy they are with our crew.

We always let our employees know and reward them.

Top Edge, a custom-built, solid-hardwood frame and sophisticated mounting system, elegantly encases any television and soundbar from Leon Speakers.

Far left “We were able to create a home theater experience in one of the rooms of this city home despite limited space,” David shares. Left This living space integrates concealed audio and video for a clean look and high performance.

HOME IS NOW WHERE YOUR FAMILY WORKS, LEARNS + PLAYS

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HELPING YOU LIVE YOUR BEST DIGITAL LIFE DAVISAUDIO.COM 312.423.7938

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SARAH GOESLING, OWNER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

“It is our responsibility to act as the client’s advocate and guide every step of the way.”

GOESLING GROUP 847.507.7614 | goeslinggroup.com |

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Walking along the streets of Chicago, it’s apparent that the city is rich in culture, diversity and creativity. In a place with so much to offer, it’s no surprise that Sarah Goesling has taken on a wide range of projects under her turnkey design firm, Goesling Group. “We approach each project with its own individual lens, whether it’s a tattoo studio in a vintage building, a 1900s Tudor in the suburbs for a growing family or a 10,000-square-foot indoor pool,” Goesling says. “For us, the common thread isn’t a particular aesthetic but rather creating a feeling authentic to each client.” In order to do this, Goesling starts each client relationship with a conversation to align visions, priorities and goals, and to ensure they’re a good fit—after all, remodeling is a long and challenging process. “The designerclient bond has to be thoroughly established before hammers start swinging.”

Top Subtle brass tones blend seamlessly with the natural oak, which has been carefully contrasted with the graphite base cabinets.

Right Minimal lines and abstract artwork lend a dramatic tone to this modern dining room.

Photography Anna Spaller Photography

MAKING MAGIC HAPPEN • What does success mean to you?

Client satisfaction. Seeing a client living happily in a space that we helped create feels like magic. And receiving a call from a client’s friend asking us to design their home is the cherry on top.

• Talk about your social media presence.

We made the decision to share our process in a candid way.

This allows us to document a realistic picture of what happens between the before and after.

• What’s next?

We are collaborating with a diverse group of creatives to expand our services and craft the conversation around what’s next, rather than just responding to it.

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JASMIN REESE, PRINCIPAL

“I hope to be known for resplendent spaces that are timeless and full of life.”

GOOD TIMES + GROWTH

JASMIN REESE INTERIORS 773.857.1240 | jasminreeseinteriors.com |

“Success for me truly is the balance of both the client’s satisfaction and the happiness of my team,” Reese says. “We are growing fast and while there are hiccups here and there, at the end of the day everyone is working hard and there are lots of laughs along the way. Our team has just moved into a warehouse space next door to our upholster, where we will have a loading dock. It will be our design studio while we keep our Clark Street address as a luxury gift and design shop and client meeting space. We are also continuing to keep our eyes open for office space in Naples, Florida, where we are taking more and more projects.”

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Since its founding in 2014, Jasmin Reese Interiors has already built a loyal client base, won prestigious awards, been celebrated in a range of revered publications and—this just in—featured in a newly released coffee table tome: Modish: The Book of Great Design by Beth Benton Buckley. It’s safe to say it … principal Jasmin Reese is undeniably “one to watch.” Fittingly given the firm’s latest notable mention, Reese discovered her passion because of books. “I worked at the Rhode Island School of Design bookstore while in art school and fell in love with the design books.” Today, she is known for her sophisticated whimsy, understated theatricality and colorful palettes. Far from neutral and instead rather bold, Reese’s interiors are beloved for the perfection with which she mixes disparate elements. Her advice? “If it scares you a little bit more than it excites you, go for it!”

Top This powder room showcases the inventive way Reese uses color, from the marble to the mirror, purple-painted wainscot and color-bomb wallpaper.

Photography Michael Alan Kaskel; Headshot by Shin Lim Photography

Chicago, IL | 773.857.1240 | jasminreeseinteriors.com

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MICHAEL AND MINDY VIAMONTES, PARTNERS

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE “We hope that our work will stand the test of time by two measures: timeless design and quality of construction,” Michael shares. “As we look to the future, it is important that we think of our built environment as permanent. We design homes to be well-built, energy-efficient and adaptable for the future.

Interiors can be updated as tastes change, but it’s imperative to get the ‘bones’ right.”

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M VIAMONTES ARCHITECTS 312.497.7423 | mviamontes.com |

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Rather than working in a specific architectural style, Mindy and Michael Viamontes tailor their work to their client’s individual tastes and needs. “Whether it’s the detailing of an addition to a historic home or interior finishes, we strive to harmoniously mix old with new.”

When talented people join forces, expect extraordinary results. M Viamontes Architects (MVA) is a firm founded in 2020 that brings together the powerhouse, husband-and-wife team of Mindy and Michael Viamontes. With Michael’s extensive technical work in high-end residential and hospitality design and Mindy’s experience on complex civic projects and as a project manager, the two complement each other’s skill sets flawlessly. “In just two years, we’ve already undertaken about 60 projects in six states,” Mindy says. “Much of our work has been in historic and landmark buildings. We pride ourselves in adapting to historic styles while modernizing them to fit the needs of growing families.” The two are personally involved in all aspects of every project. That’s why they plan to remain a small, boutique firm, so that they can continue to deliver high-caliber work and develop lasting relationships.

Top M Viamontes redesigned this historic 1920s apartment to provide stunning updates while maintaining its original character.

Photography Ryan McDonald

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KRISTIN FOGARTY-YI, PRINCIPAL

“The focus of my entire architectural career has been designing unique custom homes for amazing clients.”

DESIGN MARVEL •D efine success.

A happy client who loves their home so much that they refer me to a new client.

• What motivates you?

Problem solving. I love coming up with solutions to puzzles regardless of challenges or limitations.

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• Share your “off the clock” life.

I enjoy cooking, exploring the city on my bike and trying new restaurants with my husband, John. Travel is also important to me because there are so many places to see, experience and be inspired by.

Great architecture is more than a handsome structure, it is a comprehensive design concept that results in spaces that invite, enchant, elevate and enlighten. As the award-winning principal at Objekt Architecture, LLC, Kristin Fogarty-Yi builds these lofty ideals into every project. “I make sure my designs aren’t just beautiful but that they are also highly functional and exceed my clients’ goals, because our homes should help us live our best lives,” she says. Fogarty-Yi has a unique approach to working with clients that makes the process streamline and straightforward.

“With the million decisions that need to be made, building projects can be overwhelming,” she adds. “To simplify the process, I break each project into seven phases, with each phase building on the last until the job is complete. This allows me to guide my clients through each decision with ease and make the process enjoyable.”

Top A beautiful freestanding tub niche is flanked by a large shower at the left and a water closet at the right in this black and white primary bath. Bottom This beautiful, 10,000-square-foot Georgianstyle home in Wellesley, Massachusetts, was built using 10 custom, factory-built modules that were then set on-site.

Architectural styling by Styling by Sierra.

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LAUREN MITRICK WOOD, BROKER AND TEAM LEAD

“Real estate is everything and everyone that makes a community your very own.”

OLIVE WELL AT COMPASS 773.480.5078 | olivewell.com |

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A wise man once said, “Keep throwing stuff against the wall and eventually something will stick.”

That man? Lauren Mitrick Wood’s father, who taught her from a young age that hard work, perseverance and hustle can take you anywhere. Mitrick Wood is a third-generation realtor and the team lead of Olive Well at Compass, where she works alongside her parents, husband and a team of skilled brokers who serve both Chicago and its suburbs. At 18, Mitrick Wood began leasing apartments and today she is celebrating her 20th year in the industry as well as a career distinguished by her passion for mentorship, industry volunteering and a number of awards and

SOCIAL SAVVY The Olive Well team uses social media in many ways. They post behind-the-scenes snippets, showcase listings in innovative ways and create targeted ads. “We use social media to engage with clients, get insights and push content on our website,” Mitrick Wood adds. “Our goal? To be authentic, consistent and have fun, all while selling more homes.”

acknowledgements. The team at Olive Well are virtuosos at tailoring their listings creatively so they really shine. “We absolutely love styling and staging,” says Mitrick Wood. “I’m very hands-on and take extra time to curate each home and bring it to market in its best light.”

Top & Left Olive Well successfully sold this stunning River North home that was designed by Michael Del Piero for the owner of Circa Lighting. Far left Designer Jessica Margot worked with the Olive Well team to sell her luxurious Lake Forest property.

Photography Top & Left by Dustin Halleck; Far left by Brent Borchardt; Headshot by Emily Costopoulos

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2022

Introducing the 2022 Luxe Awards honoring excellence excellence,, innovation and the best residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects and products. products

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Meet the Judges Luxe Interiors + Design invited design professionals from across the country to compete in the 2022 Luxe RED Awards, recognizing residential excellence in design. After receiving more than 1,200 entries, a panel of industry experts selected regional winners across 11 project categories and national winners across 27 product categories.

Regional project winners then competed for national recognition, and the public’s favorite projects and products vied for our Readers’ Choice awards. Meet the judges below and turn the page to view this year’s winners.

David Scott

Joy Moyler

Young Huh

David Scott established his namesake firm, David Scott Interiors, with a belief that interiors should reflect the style and personality of their owner—not simply the designer. The natural connection a client has with their home drives each design, resulting in a portfolio of highly personal environments. With almost 30 years of experience, Scott has created diverse and artful designs in an array of styles for numerous clients. Visually stimulating yet supremely functional, Scott’s interiors gracefully meld the timeless elegance of the past with today’s modern aesthetic.

For interior designer Joy Moyler, fashion is a driving force behind her diverse body of work. Textiles, color and pattern seep into her projects, which are punctuated by bespoke details often found in haute couture. She developed a penchant for architecture after visiting Spain as a teenager. Enthralled by the light, color and textures of Madrid and Barcelona, she decided to pursue a Bachelor of Science in architecture. Moyler’s experience spans the globe and encompasses residential, retail, hospitality and commercial projects infused with local culture. Moyler’s portfolio also includes A-list celebrity residences, including Harry Winston’s Beverly Hills home.

A Detroit native, Young Huh received a law degree from Fordham University. While pursuing further education and an internship in interior design, Huh discovered her true calling and founded her New York City-based design firm in 2007. Resetting the design narrative for each project, Huh’s work is about finding harmony and dynamism through the application of classic and modern design principles.

Thoughtful architectural details provide the groundwork for warm and welcoming interiors, each animated by sophisticated surface treatments, a singular play of pattern and color, as well as a touch of wanderlust.

Lauren Rottet

Nicole Fuller

Pamela Jaccarino

Lauren Rottet is a highly accomplished architect, interior designer, furniture designer and art curator with an extraordinary record of awards, publications, lectures, juries and honors. She is the founding principal of Rottet Studio, an international interior architecture and design firm, and was the first woman in history to be elevated to Fellow status by both the American Institute of Architects and the International Interior Design Association. She also holds the titles of Interior Design Hall of Fame member, Interiors Designer of the Year, Boutique Design Designer of the Year and Hospitality Design Platinum Circle inductee.

Internationally acclaimed interior designer Nicole Fuller, founder of the eponymous Nicole Fuller Interiors, is renowned for her artfully appointed, one-of-a-kind residential and commercial spaces. Fuller’s work is synonymous with sophisticated, nuanced luxury, where attention to detail, savoir faire and a cultivated eye culminate in spaces that are as unique as her clients. Moreover, she is conversant in a wide range of aesthetics and styles and has an intuitive knack for discerning her clients’ visual needs. Recent and current projects include the Art District Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles and the Baccarat Residences in New York.

A native New Yorker, Pamela Jaccarino is the founding editor in chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, the largest residential architecture and design brand in the country, a position she has held since 2005. Jaccarino has been instrumental in the growth of the brand and continues to champion its fresh vision and evolution. She also frequently lectures on design-related topics. Prior to joining SANDOW in 2002, she was an executive editor with the LVMH Group.

DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, DAVID SCOTT INTERIORS

FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL, ROTTET STUDIO

DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, JOY MOYLER INTERIORS

DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, NICOLE FULLER INTERIORS

DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, YOUNG HUH INTERIOR DESIGN

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Allen Saunders Design Salcito Design Group

Bradshaw Designs

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Lucas/Eilers Design Associates Iconic Design + Build Etch Design Group

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Walker Warner Architects Drewett Works

Joseph Design Build AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Andrea Goldman Design

Rae Duncan Interior Design

Menendez Architects

Layers + Lines

Tori Rubinson Interiors

Tori Rubinson Interiors

Allen Saunders Design

JMA Interior Design

Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design

Rajni Alex Design

D2 Interieurs

Bates Masi + Architects

Kara Childress, Inc.

Lucas/Eilers Design Associates

Newberry Architecture

Laney LA

Legaspi Courts Design

Winick Architects

Heidi Caillier Design

Michelle Dirkse Interior Design

Farmer Payne Architects

Amy A. Alper, Architect

Redmond Aldrich Design

Walker Warner Architects

Tippett Sease Baker Architecture

Melanie Turner Interiors

Herlong Architects

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COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

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COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

Massey Associates Architects CHICAGO

Z-Group Architects

COLORADO

FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W Y O R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

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RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS PROJECT WINNERS

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Interior Design

Jewel Box Spaces

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REGIONAL WINNERS

ARIZONA

ARIZONA

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Overland Partners

Pars Design Studio

Haven Design and Construction

Michael Abraham Architecture

James Thomas Interiors

Amy Carman Design

Forum Phi

Andrea Schumacher Interiors

Rodwin Architecture

& The Associates Studio

Urbanology Designs

Pulp Design Studios

Stelle Lomont Rouhani Architects

B+G Design

P&H Interiors

Nadia Palacios Residential Design

Ghislaine Viñas

Eric J. Smith Architect

Rockefeller Kempel Architects

Creative Tonic Design HOUSTON

Creative Tonic Design

Legaspi Courts Design

Haefele Design, Inc.

Studio AM Architecture | Interiors

LeeAnn Baker Interiors Ltd.

Butler Armsden Architects

Cass Calder Smith

Lotus Bleu

Jeffrey Dungan Architects

Sean Anderson Design

VPI Design

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Stelle Lomont Rouhani Architects Candelaria Design Associates

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO CHICAGO

COLORADO FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Guggenheim Architecture + Design Studio PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

Sean Anderson Design Salcito Design Group

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

Lotus Bleu

Sandy Black Interiors

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W Y O R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS PROJECT WINNERS

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Outdoor Spaces

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AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

ARIZONA

Arete Kitchens

Mariani Landscape

Jauregui Architect

United Chicago Builders

Design Workshop, Inc.

Craig Bergmann Landscape Design

Inspire Kitchen Design Studio

FineLines Design Studio

Design Workshop, Inc.

Alexis Pearl Design

KWD Landscape Architecture

AquaTerra Outdoors

Eolo A&I Design

Janice Parker Landscape Architects

Orlando Comas, ASLA, PLA

Foley & Cox

Mirador Group

Glengate Company

Hoffman & Ospina Landscape Architecture

Tokerud + Co Interior Design

Mara Interior Design

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

Benjamin Johnston Design, LLC HOUSTON

Cooper Pacific Kitchens

LOS ANGELES–SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Sienna & Sage Interior Design, LLC PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Regan Baker Design SAN FRANCISCO

Sean Anderson Design SOUTHEAST

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Janice Parker Landscape Architects LUSH GreenScape Design

CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Land Morphology PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Arterra Landscape Architects SAN FRANCISCO

Carson McElheney Landscape Architecture & Design SOUTHEAST

Craig Bergmann Landscape Design Ownby Design

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W Y O R K HOUSTON

Woods + Dangaran

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Don Tankersley & Co. PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Interior Solutions Designs SAN FRANCISCO

Harrison Design SOUTHEAST

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Sienna & Sage Interior Design, LLC

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Restoration or Renovation

Wow-Factor Room

Readers’ Choice Heidi Caillier Design B AT H R O O M

Talbot Cooley Interiors BEST USE OF COLOR

Iannuzzi Studio PLLC EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Jeffrey Dungan Architects INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Alana Homesley Interior Design INTERIOR DESIGN

Pulp Design Studios J E W E L B O X S PA C E S

R. Higgins Interiors KITCHEN

Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Scot Eckley Inc O U T D O O R S PA C E S

Pineapple House Interior Design NATI ON A L W IN N E R

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ARIZONA

ARIZONA

HMH Architecture + Interiors Iconic Design + Build

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Furman + Keil Architects

Kovac Design Studio

R E S T O R AT I O N O R R E N O V AT I O N

LeeAnn Baker Interiors Ltd. WOW- FAC TO R R O O M

Drewett Works

Best of the Rest

McWalters Collaborative

B AT H R O O M

Graci Interiors

Susan Currie Design

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

KitchenLab Interiors

Jasmin Reese Interiors

HMH Architecture + Interiors

D’Amore Interiors

Beyond Interior Design

Pulp Design Studios

YRA Design Inc.

Nar Design Studio

Charles Hilton Architects

JerMar Designs

Lucas/Eilers Design Associates

Nina Magon Studio

Appleton Partners LLP

Kovac Design Studio

Campion Hruby Landscape Architects

NB Design Group

Stuart Silk Architects

Taylormade Interiors

Feldman Architecture

Jennifer Robin Interiors

Martha O’Hara Interiors

Reiner | White Design Studio

Catherine M. Austin Interior Design

Casabella Interiors

CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

CHICAGO

COLORADO

DALLAS + FORT WORTH FLORIDA

G R E AT E R N E W YO R K HOUSTON

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

SAN FRANCISCO SOUTHEAST

BEST USE OF COLOR

Hutker Architects

EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Lloyd Architects

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Nicole Hogarty Designs INTERIOR DESIGN

Martha O’Hara Interiors J E W E L B O X S PA C E S

Ivy Residential Concepts KITCHEN

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE O U T D O O R S PA C E S

R E S T O R AT I O N O R R E N O V AT I O N WOW- FAC TO R R O O M

RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS PRODUCT WINNERS

Bath Accent: Basin

Bath Accent: Faucet

Bespoke Fabric

Furniture: Casegood

Furniture: Chair

Furniture: Coffee Table

SHERRILL FURNITURE

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B R I Z O F A U C E T C O M PA N Y

K R A V E T, I N C .

CW STOCKWELL

ARTERIORS

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Furniture: Collaboration

Furniture: Dining Table

Hardware Collection

Home Appliance: Range

Home Appliance: Refrigeration

Kitchen Accent: Faucet

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MCGUIRE FURNITURE

MONOGRAM LUXURY APPLIANCES

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But it should also be fine-tuned to support one’s wellness. In an age where home is study, shelter and sanctuary, the design industry is embracing this perspective, bringing the best of automation, lighting, audiovisual, environmental controls, landscaping and more together to further the ambitions and well-being of their users. Keep reading to discover the latest innovations and ingenious perspectives behind the smartest, healthiest version of home.

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KEEPING IT SIMPLE “Creating joy is our quintessential purpose,” Reddy says. Digital Living focuses on the user experience first, bringing everything together to ensure your home reacts to you. “Joy with technology means simplicity. Imagine pressing one button as you leave home to initiate everything at once—arming security, turning off lights, closing shades, shutting down entertainment systems and lowering thermostats so you leave with peace of mind.”

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Entertainment, lighting, climate, security and robust Wi-Fi meld with the homeowner’s existing decor. Doing so eliminates visual and physical distraction while making an incredibly complex system work simply with the touch of a button. Comfort starts with safety and convenience. “Once comfort is achieved, we can manifest true delight by building fun, immersive experiences through the thoughtful integration of music, entertainment and lighting,” says president and CTO Shireesh Reddy. “Joy can only be achieved with the perfect confluence of safety, convenience and minimalism with a heap of heart-pounding entertainment on top.” With joy comes tremendous health benefits in the mind, heart and soul.

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Smart design can be incredibly attractive, including ceiling solutions. “Small aperture architectural light fixtures that are flush with the ceiling, coupled with invisible ceiling speakers, mean that the aesthetics of the room are clean while function is on point,” Lahey says. Walls can be streamlined as well, he adds.

“Digitally-addressable light fixtures, like Ketra by Lutron, allow for infinite flexibility with wall control.” If a client is renovating and would prefer to reduce the amount of lighting controls on the wall, Ketra light fixtures can remove the need for wall switches and consolidate the fixture control to keypad, app and/or voice control if desired.

Lahey adds, “Voice control, specifically from our partners at Josh.ai, is another huge innovation because of its simple interface and focus on privacy.”

execute, and thus, maintain,” says Tim Lahey, the firm’s owner and CEO. “Our solutions can help bridge the gap, from an automatic alert to take out the garbage, to a relaxing lighting and shade scene to nudge clients into reading time.” Setting the lights and window shades to automatically adjust throughout the day is one life-enhancing way they’ve been able to help people set work and home boundaries. Leading into summer, r:home saw an uptick in outdoor needs, and spaces made for entertaining followed.

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hicago summers are ruefully short, but to locals that just means enjoying every bit of sunshine to the fullest while you have the opportunity. Which is why a pair of newlyweds made outdoor space a top priority as they hunted for a home of their own. The search was not a short one—over the course of several years, the couple considered a range of options from urban condos to sprawling suburban abodes.

But it was the realistic renderings for a two-story West Loop penthouse with a terrace the size of a small apartment that finally won them over.

As a bonus, because the tower—designed by renowned local architecture firm Booth Hansen— was still in the planning stages, the couple had the opportunity to weigh in on the final design.

Thrilled with the upscale, masculine ambience that designers Tom Riker and James Dolenc created in the husband’s former bachelor pad, the homeowners asked the duo to work their magic once again. “The original design of this residence was more industrial, and we wanted something warmer and smoother,” the wife says.

Riker, Dolenc and designer Lauren Craig aimed to do that and then some. What was intended to be an enclosed staircase, for example, is now a sculptural focal point with a handcrafted wooden railing and linear metal balusters. Suspended from the soaring ceiling, a contemporary multipendant crystal chandelier “plays up the drama,” Riker says. With the help of kitchen design company Snaidero USA, the cooking area was similarly elevated with sleek walnut cabinetry and white stone.

The result is like no other unit in the building, which becomes apparent immediately upon entry.

An ethereal, painterly wallcovering with soft blue, charcoal and neutral tones defines the front foyer.

“There’s not much of a view from there, so we wanted to create a little moment when you come in,” Riker says, pointing to how the curves in the console table and mirror play off one another.

Acquired with the help of art consultant Lynn Manilow, the couple’s sophisticated, often vibrant, art collection plays a large role in the interiors.

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a colorful abstract by Zhuang Hong-yi enlivens the light walls and neutral tailored sofas in the bright and open living room. In addition to packing a visual punch, the artist is from the wife’s birthplace in China’s Sichuan province, providing an innate connection.

The multicolored grid-like paintings by Martina Nehrling in the husband’s office also have personal meaning, reminding him of his college years as a Rubik’s Cube champion—he could reliably solve the perplexing puzzle in under 20 seconds. Fittingly, the couple spotted a Rubik’s Cube in the artist’s studio during a tour Manilow coordinated.

For the wife, who grew up in San Francisco, knowing that artist Crystal Liu’s work was inspired by the city’s ubiquitous fog enhances her enjoyment of the abstract over the sofa in her office. The softness of the piece plays upon reflections from a graphic foil wallcovering—a dazzling backdrop for a sophisticated palette of pale pinks and complementary greens. “She wanted her office to feel kind of gutsy,” Riker says of the wife. “We love when clients embrace color and have some fun with fabrics and furniture pieces.”

Not every room merited such a dramatic approach. Proving that neutral hues can be just as impactful, the family room’s faux-wood chevronpatterned walls set the tone for an inviting space filled with plush furnishings covered in cozy textures, such as bouclé and linen. “It’s sort of a modern take on a wood-paneled room,” Riker explains. The result is a homey, intimate space ideal for dark winter days.

On the other hand, the light-filled main living areas are the place to be during those muchlonged-for days of summer—especially when the wall of doors to the terrace is open, creating a sprawling indoor-outdoor great room. Inspired by an English garden, landscape designer Gwyneth Owen-Webber engaged a plant mix that includes annuals, perennials and roses surrounding a center area with zones for living, dining and conversation. “My garden dreams came true,” the wife says.

In fact, that can be said of the entire home.

“The final result is way better than I could have imagined,” the wife continues. “Everywhere I look, I feel at peace.”

A chevron-patterned faux-wood wallcovering by Maya Romanoff distinguishes the cozy, cocoon-like family room, where the designers created a visually stimulating way to display the husband’s collection of miniature liquor bottles. The Theodore Alexander bench is from deAurora.

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Above: The designers wanted the dining area to make an impact without disrupting the views.

To that end, they paired a chandelier by PureEdge Lighting from Lightology with a Lema table from Haute Living and Bright Chair Company channel-tufted chairs.

Opposite: Throw pillows atop a Baker sofa and an ottoman by Eric Kuster from Atelier Gary Lee add vibrant touches of pattern and color to the bright and airy living room. The rug is from Watson Smith.

Crafted in collaboration with landscape designer Gwyneth Owen-Webber, the expansive terrace includes a custom ipe wood outdoor kitchen with concrete countertops and Janus et Cie barstools. The adjacent conversation zone is anchored by a Gloster sectional.

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Above: A painterly Phillip Jeffries wallcovering creates a striking moment in the front foyer.

Sconces by The Urban Electric Co. and a Made Goods mirror hang over a console by Baker.

Opposite: Flanked by Randolph & Hein nightstands from deAurora, a linear headboard and bed by Eurocraft juxtaposes a custom de Gournay mural in the main bedroom. A rug from Oscar Isberian Rugs and bench upholstered in a striped Castel fabric add to the cozy vibe.

Above: Accented by a ceiling painted Benjamin Moore’s Groundhog Day and a complementary rug from Blu Dot, a graphic foil wallpaper by Erica Wakerly adds sparkle to the wife’s office. The Urban Craft Custom Upholstery-fabricated sofa is covered in a Holland & Sherry fabric.

Opposite: When the owners found out they were expecting, the designers created a gender-neutral nursery for the new arrival. The Lulu and Georgia wallpaper, Serena & Lily light fixture and ottoman, and giraffe basket from Pottery Barn Kids make for a whimsical setting.

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All the Bright Moves

Fresh furniture and a lightened-up palette redefine a family home.

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For the elevated mudroom, designers Filip Malyszko and Steve Somogyi brought on ATS Design Studio to build the ebonized oak cabinetry adorned with Emtek hardware from Studio41. Adding texture are a rug by Loloi Rugs and a Roman shade made with Pindler fabric.

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t’s a common conundrum among families who have spent 20-plus years in their homes: After raising young children and living with mostly traditional and nowoutdated decor, do you stay in the neighborhood you love and orchestrate a massive renovation, or do you start hunting for a new abode?

That was the predicament Steve Somogyi and Filip Malyszko’s clients faced when they inquired about doing a light refresh of their 1950s ranch in Palos Heights. The design duo was already working with the couple on plans for a family compound in Michigan. However, the wife had their current residence on her mind when she asked, “ ‘Can you help us by painting and adding new window treatments?’ ” Malyszko recalls.

The house bore a strong French country influence with carved wood, cherry floors and a color palette of burgundy, gold, black and deep green. “It was decorated to the nines, but very fancy and traditional,” Malyszko says.

“Everything was perfectly coordinated—the drapes matched the pillow trim.” Somogyi got right to the point and, according to Malyszko, told the clients, “ ‘This is going to take a lot more than a paint job. It isn’t a real representation of who you are and where you are in your life.’ ” The couple couldn’t have agreed more.

With their children now in high school and college, they were ready for a drastic change.

The Michigan residence got put on the back burner, and the Chicagoland abode became the focus. “Make it light and bright,” the wife told the designers. “Our goal was for the space to be more functional for the way we live every day,” she says.

The duo began with reimagining the great room. Working with general contractor James Corso, they built out the roof and added steel supports that bring attention to the voluminous space. The limestone fireplace, adorned with salvaged-steel artwork, also helps to draw the eye up to the 14-foot peak. “We completely blew off the ceiling and reshaped the roof,” Malyszko explains. “The project went from decoration to renovation.” A skylight so large it had to be craned in piece-by-piece floods the space with

light, allowing the designers to paint the walls a deep ebony. “It was transformative,” Malyszko says. For furnishings, they replaced the couple’s collection of dark and ornate pieces with cleanlined selections. An oversize coffee table holds center court while custom sofas modeled after the family’s old ones provide all the seating the couple needs to entertain a slew of visitors.

This love of hosting also facilitated the decision to flip the dining room to the front of the house, allowing for a commodious custom dining table that easily accommodates 12 guests. Overhead hangs a dramatic multipendant light fixture that stretches the length of the table. “It’s the first thing you see,” Malyszko says. “It has wonderful movement. The glow of the handblown glass pieces is spectacular.”

The removal of a partial wall that blocked the flow between the kitchen and current sitting area of the great room also makes for easier entertaining. As does the new kitchen of the wife’s dreams, complete with streamlined cabinetry, a custom hood and a live-edge breakfast table with banquette seating offering a cozy spot for informal meals.

In another clever move, the designers created a new entry by enclosing part of the covered front porch and barrel-vaulting the ceiling.

They retained the texture-rich limestone of what used to be an exterior wall and turned the space into a darling vignette with a chain-leg console topped by an arched mirror and plaster lamp, all set aglow by natural light streaming in from the adjacent window. Now one of the most chic spaces in the house, the foyer has a strong indoor-outdoor connection that makes it feel like a three-season room.

Each revamped space flows together naturally, thanks to the overall palette of materials.

“We wanted to unify the residence so that each room blends together from one area to the next,” Malyszko says. “There is a mixture of textures, neutral colors, contrast and subtle patterns making each space unique, but not jarring.”

Post-renovation, the owners are grateful that they decided to stay in the dwelling that has nurtured their family for more than 20 years.

Says the wife, “They literally turned the house into our dream home.”

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Reshaping the roofline and installing massive skylights from Velux proved game-changing in the great room. Neutral furnishings, including custom sofas and a Bradley USA coffee table, are set against walls coated in Sherwin-Williams’ Bohemian Black. Above the fireplace is art from Trilogy Antiques + Design.

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Above: Just off the sitting room, the bar nook features a Romo wallcovering. The designers refinished the original Brazilian cherry wood floor, transforming it from brassy orange to sophisticated ebony. Open shelving from Urban Archaeology provides plenty of storage for glassware.

Opposite: After living in the home for over 20 years, the wife finally got her dream kitchen. The new space features custom cabinets by ATS Design Studio, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops from Granite & Marble Depot and a hood by Art Metal Design Studio.

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Right: A Phillip Jeffries wallcovering in steel gray sets the tone for the primary suite. Next to the custom bed, upholstered in a Zak+Fox print and dressed in Schweitzer Linen bedding, sits a Bernhardt nightstand and Visual Comfort lamp.

Opposite: In the primary suite’s sitting area, a Bernhardt chaise lounge and Arteriors accent table provide an ideal setting for cozying up next to the fireplace.

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nspiration can come from anywhere for sculptor and furniture maker Karl Geckler—be it a meal or an anatomical drawing. His twisted metal, stone and wood sculptures—which he refers to as “liquid music”—take many forms, ranging from geometric to biomorphic.

More often than not, his ideas emerge spontaneously. “Something just comes to me in a moment,” says Geckler, a trained architect who studied stone carving in Pietrasanta, Italy.

One series of marble sculptures, for example, is based on the shape of farfalle pasta. Another takes inspiration from the diagram of a heart valve he found in a biology textbook, and there is also one that nods to the configuration of his dog’s legs while running.

For his marble works, he begins by first selecting the block. “If I’m doing a simple shape, it can really stand to have a lot of veins and it won’t be distracting,” he says. “But if I were to do a figure, a face or something with a more complicated form, I would go toward a muted option. I like stones that have a consistent background with very fine, elegant veining to give it character.”

With a form in mind, Geckler sketches directly onto his chosen block, and then cuts striations into the stone using a diamond saw.

“Some stone carvers don’t use power tools, but I don’t see the logic in making something take longer than it needs to,” he notes. “Stone carving is such a laborious and time-consuming process, so I use whatever I can to work quickly.” He then finishes his sculptures using a chisel to chip away at the ridges and further fine-tune the block’s shape.

In addition to his sculptures, Geckler has recently turned his hand to furniture design, creating glass-topped coffee tables with wood or cast-bronze bases. “Nobody really needs a sculpture—it’s kind of a luxury—but everybody needs a table,” he laughs. “The idea is utilitarian art.” While he also accepts painting commissions and occasionally works in clay, Geckler’s true love is stone. “I’m drawn to it because every decision is permanent and you have to be so deliberate,” he says. “It’s that dance between aggression and hard work, and being as delicate as you can possibly be. When I’m carving stone, it’s heaven—I feel like I’m doing exactly what I was born to do.”

Sculptor Karl Geckler works with a range of materials, including marble, as seen in the work-inprogress, Galaxy Spine Wheel (left); limestone, like his ongoing self-portrait (below); and steel (opposite). His studio is filled with sketches and templates (bottom, left), as well as pieces that he uses as studies for future works, such as the cast-plaster angel with missing wings (bottom, right).

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Study in Contrasts Traditional meets modern and masculine merges with feminine in a Bucktown home.

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Architecture: Chris Talsma and Karoline Burg, Filoramo Talsma Architecture Interior Design: Melissa Benham, Studio Gild Home Builder: Eric Kraus, Eighty-Eight Design + Construction

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t’s tempting to differentiate between Bucktown’s historical homes and the modernist dwellings popping up in their places today. Husband and wife Glenn and Katie McMillan certainly thought they’d have to choose past or present when they imagined the aesthetic of their new custom abode and had settled on the former.

“We were wanting to stay in our comfort zone; that traditional Chicago house,” Katie explains.

“I went around taking pictures of buildings we loved that fit that bill.” But when the couple presented those images to friend and architect Chris Talsma, he was having none of it. “He said, ‘You guys are cooler than that, so you’re going to branch out a bit,’ ” Glenn recalls.

For Talsma, “branching out” meant tiptoeing toward his modernist aesthetic. “I joke that I’d love to be designing nothing but spaceships,” the architect laughs. “So yes, I tried to incorporate some modern moments into a house with a primarily traditional language.”

The boxy structure he designed for the McMillans is clad top to bottom with dark brick and wrapped with horizontal steel channels—a modern take on an old-school belt course.

The traditional punched window openings are trimmed with beveled limestone—a nod to the clients’ original vision of a full limestone façade.

A portion of the top floor appears to hang over the recessed front entrance, “and when you combine the weightlessness of that cantilever with the seamless corner window, that’s where I got to play with some more modern concepts,” says Talsma, who collaborated with associate Karoline Burg on the home’s design and builder Eric Kraus on its execution.

Alongside the front door, a stretch of vertical wood cladding, painted black, provides a preview of the interior’s most dramatic detail: a monolithic, wood-clad volume that conceals a powder room and coat closet at the foyer level, and extends up to create a bold accent wall in the living room above. Just beyond it, a staircase appears to float alongside a tall stretch of reededglass windows; its steel stringer is placed offcenter of the white oak treads—“details that might easily be overlooked, but when you notice them, you get just a little more joy,” Talsma says.

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When interior designer Melissa Benham joined the project, the home’s exterior language of masculine lines and dark finishes was welldefined, “which we were all very excited about,” she says. “But Katie is a girl’s girl with great fashion sense, so we wanted to ensure a thoughtful balance of masculine and feminine.” Benham expressed some of that femininity subtly: in deeplilac-veined marble slabs that play dramatically with the kitchen’s dark cabinets; in the streamlined fireplace wall’s coat of pearlescent plaster; and in the blush tone of the primary bathroom’s white oak cabinetry. Other more glamorous touches surprise and delight. The foyer coat closet’s hidden door pops open to reveal a wall papered in a bold Gucci tiger print, “which is 100 percent Katie,” Benham says. The adjacent powder room displays a tropical-patterned grass-cloth wallcovering discovered by the wife. “It was a unanimous lovefest for this wallpaper,” Benham says. “Its moody turquoise colors became a driving force for the palette throughout.”

In the primary bedroom, a deep blue hue defines a custom bed and headboard wall upholstered in ribbed cotton. In the adjacent sitting room— accessed via another hidden door—blues reappear on a tufted sofa and a framed Gucci scarf. “Katie’s sartorial sensibility informed many fabric choices,” Benham notes. “A bouclé Chanel jacket was the inspiration for a lot of the cushions and pillows, and even the quilted texture on the living room sofa feels like a fashion moment.”

Jewelry-like lighting and artwork offer more nods to Katie’s dress sense, from earring-esque bedside pendants to a necklace-inspired, blownglass wall hanging. Other details reveal a more unique proclivity: “I love a Schluter strip!” Katie shares, referring to the thin metal bands used to create decorative designs in walls and floors.

“I wanted them everywhere,” she says. Benham delivered, adding brass insets to the primary bathroom’s terrazzo-slab walls, the foyer’s marble mosaic floors and even the custom dining table’s oxidized-maple top.

Incorporating such personal details is Benham’s trick for pushing clients into new comfort zones— and for achieving the elusive “timeless” design.

“Every house ages,” she concedes. “But as long as this residence reflects them, they should love it for years to come.”

Seemingly carved into the kitchen’s expanse of dark millwork is this cozy nook, which displays a piece

by Chicago artist Francine Turk. The artwork comprises an Yves Saint Laurent handbag decorated with the lyrics of David Bowie’s “Heroes,” capturing the homeowners’ love of fashion and music.

“Katie is a girl’s girl with great fashion sense, so we wanted to ensure a thoughtful balance of masculine and feminine.”

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A Joelle Somero painting echoes the living room’s high-contrast palette, created by such touches as Triple Seven Home blackenedbrass sconces and a rug from Oscar Isberian Rugs. The Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams chairs are upholstered in a Holly Hunt velvet.

Above: Dark-lilac-veined marble from Calia Stone Boutique contrasts dramatically against the kitchen cabinetry. “It was important that we not detract from the finishes—and that beautiful hood,” Benham says of the quiet Hay stools and sleek Lambert & Fils chandelier.

Opposite: Getting the homeowners’ blessing for a black grass-cloth wallcovering by Twenty2 “took a bit of convincing,” Benham admits, “but we wanted the dining room to feel cozy and dramatic.” Saarinen-designed chairs from Knoll and Apparatus’ Cloud chandelier add to the effect.

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Right: The wife, Katie McMillan, discovered the powder room’s moody wallpaper—Eskayel’s Cocos in Midnight Grasscloth— which drove the entire home’s color palette. The vanity and wainscoting are honed Calacatta Gold marble from Terrazzo & Marble Supply.

Opposite: In the sultry primary bedroom, a Lawson-Fenning bench with a lacqueredbrass finish complements an antiqued-brass-clad mango wood sideboard from Jayson Home.

Above are custom mirrors in black-and-gold painted glass.

“I tried to incorporate some modern moments into a house with a primarily traditional language.”

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The 33-foot-wide lot—an unusually generous width by Chicago standards—allowed Talsma to design a spacious terrace, which the homeowners outfitted with RH furnishings. To the right of the fireplace, a staircase leads to an additional alfresco living space above the garage.

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ON LOCATION As quintessential visions of relaxation, family time and exploration of nature go, few vistas fit the bill as well as life by the lake. Tranquil yet full of activity, the lake escape offers one a true retreat, where elegant environments meet exciting adventures and generations of memories are made. It possesses a culture of its own, and the passionate design pros featured on the following pages understand that. Working hand in hand with their clients, they craft lake houses that embrace the essence of the lakeside lifestyle—and the incredible views. Read on to explore this microcosm of design.

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O N L O C AT IO N | L AKE ESCAPES “Collaboration within the walls of our small-town studio is more than a buzzword or marketing ploy ... it’s a way of life.”

DIVING IN Philip Sassano talks luxe lake style.

• Share the fundamentals of lakefront design.

From campy to couture, we’ve seen the many ways that our communities express their passion for lakeside living. Despite those differences there are two constants.

First, clients want to make every inch matter. Second, they want practical function and substantive style from porch to pier.

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Embracing the wide variety of wants, needs and lifestyles that exist across the lake communities is the key to delivering unique designs that celebrate the entire region.

For more than 25 years, Philip Sassano, Keely Donaghy and their talented team at The Design Coach have been creating interiors that provide transformative beauty

•W hat is your advice for building or remodeling a lakefront home?

Because we are there throughout the entire process, hire your design team before you engage your architect or builder.

•D escribe a standout project.

We recently completed the renovation of a 7,000-square-foot lakefront home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, that many thought should be torn down. However, our team saw the property’s unique potential, which we demonstrated to the homeowner. That resulted in a complete and comprehensive collaboration with an incredible client.

and functionality that inspires their clients to live their best lake lives. “Our approach to design has always been as comfortable as it is custom,” Sassano says. “As such, our portfolio reflects our clients’ lifestyle aspirations while recognizing that great design is a curated balance of both personal substance and timeless style.” To achieve this, The Design Coach team works closely with their clients to conceive inspired spaces. “Designing lakefront homes is an opportunity to help clients discover a visual voice they never knew they had and find their own one-of-a-kind design.”

Above The historic tour boats that have operated on Geneva Lake for over 100 years inspired this warm and welcoming lower-level bar. Top The Lake Room was specifically designed with multiple focal points to accommodate both large gatherings and intimate groupings. Far left The second-floor loft living room not only doubles as an additional bedroom but offers a cozy retreat for overnight guests. Left Adjacent to the Lake Room, this elegant hallway offers spectacular views of the lake from every angle.

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THE LAKE EFFECT What does it take to create a great lake-inspired landscape?

Three experts share …

• Simon Prunty says: “First and foremost, don’t overdesign!

The landscape of a lakefront home should be simple, require minimum maintenance and provide maximum relaxation and re-engagement with nature, friends and family.”

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Creating outdoor environments that reflect the ultimate lake lifestyle requires superlative landscape architecture. Enter Hoerr Schaudt. For more than 30 years, the Chicago-based firm has been designing award-winning commercial, civic and residential landscapes, and that long-term commitment to excellence has led to incredible growth, including the addition of partners to their leadership team. “While we work on residences nationwide, our bread and butter has always centered on the Midwest,” says newly named partner, Simon Prunty. “Being located on Lake Michigan,” Nick Fobes, partner, says, “we know the complexities of designing and developing lakefront properties.” John Evans, another recently named partner, adds, “As our clients’ families have grown and the ‘lake lifestyle’ has evolved, the scope and scale of our home projects has really transformed, and we couldn’t be more excited.”

• Nick Fobes says: “Landscapes that connect to nature, the diverse ecosystems and our region’s seasonality are the keys to achieving the ultimate lake lifestyle. With that in mind, we design for winter first by creating the bones for a landscape’s framework so, come spring and summer, gardens amplify those structures with color and texture.”

• John Evans says: “Because there is a growing desire to spend more time at the lake, we are including fire features into most of our designs. This lets a day on the lake continue into the evening and allows our clients to gather outdoors and enjoy nature even as the weather cools.”

Top Spatially linking materials in Grand Rapids, Michigan, French limestone flows from the living room to the deck, where the pool’s infinity edge extends the terrace to the lake, 40 feet below.

Far left Suspended seating and solid glass railings give a treehouse feel to this woodland hillside deck overlooking the lake in Lakeside, Michigan. Left A Wisconsin limestone pathway leads to naturalistically planted pockets of shrub roses, sedums and hostas before reaching drought-tolerant dune grasses along the North Shore, Illinois, shoreline.

Photography Top & Far left by Scott Shigley; Left by Linda Oyama Bryan

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THE DEEP END •W hat makes Harbor Country living unique?

The seasons. From biking and hiking in spring to summer boating to fall antiquing to relaxing fireside in the winter, each season is a reason to engage with the environment.

•S hare your best advice for building or remodeling a lake home.

Remain flexible and consider potential future wants and needs like a growing family or transitioning the home to a full-time residence.

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Leading the perfect lake lifestyle means relaxing with family and friends, diving into the great outdoors and soaking in the views from an idyllic porch. That is where Stephen Kadlec and his award-winning team at Kadlec Architecture + Design come in. The Chicago-based firm has been designing and reimagining lake homes for more than two decades. “Harbor Country homes are all about an authentic, natural experience,” Kadlec says. “And although the styles are eclectic and vary from traditional to modern, the best homes respond to the natural surroundings.” Having designed everything from modest weekend cottages to expansive family compounds, Kadlec notes that there are a few must-haves they all share. “Great indoor-outdoor gathering spaces that maximize the views and natural light, screened porches, outdoor decks and fire pits are in high demand with our clients looking to live their best lake lives.”

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•D We worked with a client on a charming 1940s Shinglestyle cottage in Michiana Shores. The result is a home with a modern, relaxed vibe that pays deference to its Craftsman architecture.

A FEW FAVORITES •S usan’s in Sawyer, Michigan, and Farina’s Supper Club in Duneland Beach are big on atmosphere and great food.

• Sojourn in Sawyer, Michigan, has a curated collection of pottery and home decor.

• Judith Racht Gallery in Harbert, Michigan, features amazing modern art and antiques.

Top This Shingle-style cottage’s unique charm is enhanced by a lush garden that steps down to the lawn and wooded landscape. Far left A mix of classic, contemporary and vintage pieces creates a warm, modern contrast to the textured stone floor and white pine paneling.

Left A Roman Thomas sofa, Pagoda Red petrified stumps, Richard Wrightman side chair and custom buffet cabinet makes for a cozy, relaxing sun room.

Photography Tony Soluri

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O N L O C AT IO N | L AKE ESCAPES “Vacation homes are a destination and a getaway that incite memories of childhood camps, family gatherings and pure relaxation.”

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The luxury of lakefront living can only be rivaled by the likes of a state-of-the-art technology system.

Enter, Spire Integrated Systems. Celebrating 21 years this year, Spire provides top-of-the-line technology systems for the finest lakefront homes in the Midwest—primary homes in the southeast and secondary homes in northern Michigan. “We only have a few precious months of nice weather in Michigan, so our clients devote a lot of resources to making sure their outdoor spaces are spectacular,” say principals Navot Shoresh and Jason Bellanti. With many lakefront residences doubling as getaways, the design focus shifts to the entertainment side of things, like great audio, lighting control and motorized window treatments. “High-quality audio systems and outdoor TVs are our No. 1 requests,” say Navot and Jason, whose commitment to clients shows with 24/7 support and a dedicated service team.

Top An amazing outdoor sound system is tucked away from view in this space on Lake Angelus.

Architecture by DesRosiers Architects.

Right Discreet motorized shades and premium audio on Lake Angelus.

Far right Large gathering space with TV and sound system on Torch Lake.

Photography Top & Right by James Haefner; Far right by Beth Singer

When clients are away at their lake homes, they spend more time visiting and the level of human interaction goes up … around the fire pit, on the patio or on the boat … and so too, does the level of creativity.

“Knowing it is a getaway versus a main residence frees clients.

They can do things from a design and layout standpoint that may not make sense at home, such as designing cool bunk rooms or guest suites for friends and family, or large gathering spaces meant for spending time with loved ones,” Navot and Jason say.

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