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SANDOW was founded by visionary entrepreneur Adam I. Sandow in 2003, with the goal of reinventing the traditional publishing model. Today, SANDOW powers the design, materials and luxury industries through innovative content, tools and integrated solutions. With its diverse portfolio of assets, SANDOW has established itself as the largest design media company in the world which includes the following brands: Luxe Interiors + Design, Interior Design, Metropolis, DesignTV by SANDOW; ThinkLab, a research and strategy firm; and content services brands, including The Agency by SANDOW – a full-scale digital marketing agency, The Studio by SANDOW – a video production studio, and SURROUND – a podcast network and production studio. In 2019, Adam Sandow launched Material Bank, the world’s largest marketplace for searching, sampling and specifying architecture, design and construction materials. Other SANDOW brands include definitive authority on all things beauty, NewBeauty; luxury sampling platform, Test Tube by NewBeauty; Leaders Magazine; and exclusive private airport newsstand network, MediaJet.

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Creative Pursuits

As I write my final letter to you as the founding Editor in Chief of LUXE Interiors + Design, I am filled with joy and gratitude. Twenty years ago, we had a vision for what a regional design magazine could be. We started, as I believe all great things do, with a small, passionate and industrious team. Quietly, we built LUXE from one region into the powerhouse it is today. As I reflect on its influence— and consider the thousands of projects, professionals and covers that I have had the good fortune to publish—I am immensely proud. Having an ace team around me was invaluable. I thank all the editors, art directors, writers, photographers and stylists who make our stories compelling and our pages shine.

Most of all, I want to express appreciation to the architecture and design community. I admire people who are in both a creative and business pursuit, and it’s the architects, interior designers, builders, landscape architects, craftspeople and artisans who have been a constant source of inspiration. Thank you for letting me share your work with our audience. There are many more voices in design to discover and publish. I welcome my friend and colleague Jill Cohen into the Editor in Chief seat.

As I have an eye to the future and step into my new role as Chief Creative and Content Officer for the soon-to-launch LUXE DESIGN GUILD, I am energized about creating a new platform that will champion design. I’ve loved my time at the magazine, and I am very excited for what’s next.

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ON VIEW

“THE UNITED COLORS OF ROBERT EARL PAIGE”

Chicago native Robert Earl Paige’s vast array of works exploring the artist’s lifelong quest for beauty are being shown in a solo exhibition at the Hyde Park Art Center. On view through October 27, “The United Colors of Robert Earl Paige” is part of Art Design Chicago, an e ort by the Terra Foundation for American Art to spotlight the city’s artistic heritage and creative communities. Raised on the South Side, Paige’s art responds to the patterns, colors and materials of Black life. “Beauty can create a shared understanding between people,” Paige says. The octogenarian’s clay paintings, hand-dyed textiles, drawings, collages and ceramic objects are equally inspired by modernist aesthetics as they are by African traditions. “Everything is connected,” he says, “and I’m connected to everything. It’s all humanity.” hydeparkart.org

LAUNCH

IMPARFAIT DESIGN STUDIO

Some people celebrate anniversaries with cake. Rebekah Zavelo and Nick Nichols, founders of KitchenLab Interiors, commemorated 20 years in business by launching a new firm. Long known for designing kitchens and adjacent spaces, Zavelo , creative director, has expanded her repertoire over the years. “Since nearly the beginning, we designed more than just kitchens, but people couldn’t get past the name,” she says. Thus, Imparfait Design Studio was born. Here, Zavelo shares more. imparfaitdesign.com

Why launch Imparfait Design Studio now? Two years ago, we completed our first whole-house, new-construction project and realized we were struggling to tell our story. When doing bigger jobs, we were trying to be di erent things to too many people. It was getting

confusing. We took a hard look at our company and decided to commit to rebranding. Because KitchenLab Interiors is very successful and we love the name, we did not want to get rid of it. So, we spun o a new company.

How is the new firm di erent?

The projects are bigger—with Imparfait we’re looking at the entire home. We think about how all the rooms need to flow together as if they were in a magazine spread. It’s a di erent model, a di erent pace and a di erent cadence to the work.

Share the inspiration behind the name. In French grammar, “imparfait” is the imperfect tense of a verb. It denotes an incomplete or ongoing action or state of being. Homes are always in an evolving state, just like the people who live in them.

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Interior designer Anne Shrader prides herself on discovering and supporting artisans who create home furnishings and accessories that are anything but mass market. After two years in Lincoln Park, she recently moved her shop, City Haus Chicago, to more spacious digs in the bustling River North neighborhood. She and daughter Elle Shrader created an elegant yet comfortable space curated with beautiful collections of furniture, home decor, lighting and art. They are drawn to the handcrafted and luxurious, sourcing one-of-a-kind and small-batch products, from Oregon to Istanbul. Shelves brim with walnut-and-glass candlesticks, marble bowls, cowhide trays and terracotta pitchers. The pair especially enjoy discovering new artists, with framed works by local creatives Yvette Lenzi and Grace Federighi adorning the walls. “There’s a big world out there filled with original objects and works of art that you can have in your home,” Anne says. cityhauschicago.com

MEET THE MAKER

BRYANA BIBBS

Fiber artist Bryana Bibbs spins and weaves textiles into wall hangings dripping with a kaleidoscope of yarns, a craft she learned while pursuing her degree at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. A survivor of domestic abuse, Bibbs makes art to think through and document experiences as well as connect with others. “I make things to process life,” she says. “I don’t make things and hope it sells; I’m more excited about the personal connection to people.” bryanabibbs.com

Describe your work. At first, I created large-scale pieces, but during the pandemic I was unable to go to my studio, so I began working on smaller weavings measuring around 10 inches by 15 inches. I see the smaller works as a documentation of current experiences, much like a journal, while the larger ones, which are about 6 feet tall, are more about my past.

What is your process like? I start by carding the wool, a technique in which the individual fibers are separated and straightened. Then I spin the wool into yarn on a spinning wheel. From there, I weave onto a frame loom. These fiber processes are cathartic for me because I am sharing experiences about my past by using textures, colors and objects to tell a story.

How does your art help you connect with others? I host free weaving workshops through The We Were Never Alone Project, which I founded to allow others to have conversations about domestic violence. The workshops are composed of a small, intimate group of women and nonbinary genders and are typically offered concurrently during exhibitions of my work. The most important thing about the workshops is to feel a sense of community and realize that we were never alone in the situation. They allow people to feel heard and understood and walk away with artwork they are proud to have created.

DESIGN 101

TWO LOCAL PROS DISH ON THEIR STYLE ETHOS.

WRITTEN BY COLLEEN MCTIERNAN

Candace Mary Gri n Having fun with subtle details and pops of color, this LUXE Next In Design 99 talent crafts cohesive interiors that are moody yet still playful. Read on for an inside look at the Candace Mary Interiors principal’s aesthetic. Favorite paint color? Green anything—the moodier the better. I’m currently obsessed with Clare’s Dirty Martini. Project approach? We focus on how the client wants the space to feel and center the process around that. We want our rooms to inspire people to stay awhile. Design rule to live by? Do what works for you and the way you live, but always consider scale—getting the scale right makes all the di erence. @candacemaryinteriors

Kate Taylor Carefully tailoring her elegant, timeless style to suit each of her clients’ needs, the principal of Kate Taylor Interiors pushes boundaries while maintaining an air of sophistication. Here, the LUXE Next In Design 99 honoree shares more about her design sensibility. Go-to pattern? We opt for more texture over pattern, but you can’t go wrong with stripes or a classic chevron. Main motivator? Learning and evolving while maintaining our unique point of view. It is exciting to think that our aesthetic and processes will continue to grow and change with each project. We will forever seek new inspiration and techniques to deliver innovative and beautiful spaces. One item that belongs in every house? Great art—and a Loro Piana fringed cashmere throw. @katetaylorinteriors

IN GOOD TASTE NETTARE

Combination retail shop and restaurant, Nettare, (Italian for nectar) is bringing an organically bold aesthetic, along with a Mediterranean-influenced menu, to West Town. Underscoring his focus on seasonality and sustainability, founder Conner O’Bryne turned to designer Aimee Wertepny of Project.—who collaborated with hospitality expert Aida Napoles of AGN Design—to infuse the venue with warmth and patina. Wertepny relied on neutrals and jewel-toned greens and blues along with reclaimed wood, polished concrete, plaster and natural textiles to create an earthy yet vibrant look. “Think heavy green velvet drapery at the entryway, a charred-wood tunnel to the chef’s table experience, and salvaged vintage doors painted with wild fl ora that lead to the dining room,” Wertepny says. Other design elements include mosaic tile; leather and buckle detailing on the banquette seating; natural stone countertops; and custom tables and cabinetry by local millworker Dylan Martin Furniture. For a biophilic touch, the team lined one wall with living plants from Sprout Home. Says Napoles of the fi nal design, “Nettare transports guests out of their urban surroundings into a serene dining experience.” barnettare.com

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Dream Weaver

DESIGNER KIT KEMP REFLECTS ON HOW HER LOVE OF INTERNATIONAL CRAFT IS AN EVER-PRESENT THREAD THROUGH HER CREATIVE ENDEAVORS.

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If the recent quiet luxury trend is meant to be a visual palate cleanser, Kit Kemp’s interiors are the most delightful and sense-stirring amuse-bouche you’ve ever had: color-forward, pattern-happy, and embellished with a true connoisseur’s love of global art and craft. As the co-owner and creative director of Firmdale Hotels, with properties in London and New York, Kemp welcomes guests into her bespoke, kaleidoscopic world everyday on a single premise: “Even the most jaded business travelers should find something in the hotel that piques their curiosity, offers a sense of whimsy and brings out their inner child,” she says.

Nestled among Tribeca’s cobblestone streets, in the heart of Manhattan, the Warren Street Hotel—her latest hospitality venture—is a celebration of contemporary art and international artistry. Here, Kemp has gathered works by an impressive globe-spanning coterie of artisans, including Argentine designer

Cristián Mohaded’s basketweave towers and Ugandan artist Sanaa Gateja’s paperbead tapestries that mingle alongside Christopher Kurtz’s stepping-stones table. But she especially has a soft spot for textiles. “It’s the love of the loom,” she confesses. “When you’re bringing in that handmade quality, it doesn’t matter if you’re a crafter in Scotland or a weaver in Guatemala, they all have a made-by-hand feel, and you can see the handwriting of the person who made it.”

Kemp believes every textile is threaded with the DNA of its birthplace, whether that’s India, Mexico or Estonia, and just the simple act of thinking about those places spurs her creativity. The influence of this imaginative approach is evident in her new collection of fabrics and wallpaper for British heritage brand GP & J Baker.

The line’s whimsical prints feature the folkloric plates of ceramicist Robina Jack, a potato-stamped grid honoring the work of Pop artist Joe Tilson, and a colorful take on an archival 1920s woodland scene, among others. Reflects Kemp, “To look at things that fill you with love and suddenly be able to create a fabric, cushion, or bedspread around them—Isn’t that the absolute best way to design?” kitkemp.com, gpjbaker.com

The cozy Drawing Room at the Warren Street Hotel designed by Kit Kemp. At right: Knight’s Tale and Runaway are among Kemp’s designs for GP & J Baker.

Previous page: Kemp, in The Orangery at the Warren Street Hotel, with her new textile collection and Robina Jack plates that inspired one of the patterns.

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Bright Light

HUGO TORO HAS BURST ONTO THE DESIGN SCENE WITH DAZZLING INTERIORS, BUT HE’S ONLY JUST GETTING STARTED.

WRITTEN BY CATHERINE HONG

Since last fall, interior design aficionados have been making a pilgrimage to an astonishing aerie on New York City’s Upper East Side. At just 700 square feet, the space is a fever dream of rich color and dynamic form featuring oxblood walls, a golden-glass chandelier, lily padshaped tables and a green-lacquered fireplace with ripples like the surface of a sun-dappled pond. Combining historic and contemporary elements beneath a handpainted barrel-vaulted ceiling, the interior is unlike anything else in the city.

Its creative mastermind is Hugo Toro, a rapidly rising young interior designer and architect who has designed some of the buzziest spaces in the UK and Europe. Later this year, the designer will unveil his second collection of limited-edition furniture at Paris’s Kolkhoze gallery and debut his first hotel project, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome. The jewelbox room in New York—the Villa Albertine Atelier, located on the top floor of the landmarked Payne Whitney Mansion, which serves as the U.S. headquarters for the French ministry of culture—is the Franco-Mexican’s first project stateside.

“Fortunately, I am a bit hyperactive,” Toro says with a laugh. He’s in his elegant Paris office, outfitted with lush palm plants and artwork, including some of his own. “I sketch every single day and also paint for myself,” he adds, pointing to an easel with a canvas in progress. Toro takes pride in his 360-degree approach. “I like to do everything and create a full experience.”

Born in the Lorraine region of France to a French father and Mexican mother, Toro’s aesthetic influences are far flung, reflecting not only his dual heritage but also his time studying architecture in Vienna and Los Angeles. Intense color combinations and dramatic stonework are signatures of his interiors, but the primary thread linking all his work, he claims, is “narrative.” Toro’s forthcoming projects will certainly be no exception, possessing narratives all their own. “I don’t like to get bored,” he says. “What is important is to always create a new story.” hugotoro.com

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Eastern Appeal

DIVING DEEP INTO HISTORICAL CRAFTSMANSHIP, A NEW BRAND SCRIBES A LOVE LETTER TO THE LEVANT.

WRITTEN BY MONIQUE MCINTOSH

Creativity always thrives at the crossroads, where diff erent worlds entangle into something new. Perhaps no crossroad is as old and storied as the Levant. Its boundaries shift like sand over time, seeping south into Egypt, north into Turkey, and west into Syria—de ned by cultural currents over geographic lines. At the crux of continents, the Eastern Mediterranean region is marked not by centuries but by civilizations, fed by the historic Silk Road and Mediterranean shipping routes. Each chapter has carved new layers of art and culture.

In its honor, Levant—a new home line founded by childhood friends Süreya Köprülü and Naz Muessel—pays homage to this monumental legacy. Merging shared passions for history and design, their new tabletop collection showcases craft traditions molded by these intersecting cultures through millennia. “This mishmash is so elemental to the Levant,” says Muessel. “Our brand is about celebrating the beauty in overlapping cultures.”

Their mood board is both ancient and intimate, mixing archaeology with personal memories. With Köprülü being half

Turkish, and Muessel half Iranian, they “both come from a very mixed cultural background, and have spent time in the Levant,” says Köprülü. “We talk about things we had in our childhood homes, or comb through museum archives and snapshots from our travels,” adds Muessel, “or sometimes it’s discovering makers that we didn’t know existed.” The result is a stylish mix of ceramics, glassware and table linens. Imagine bowls made by Egyptian ceramic masters, platters featuring 16th-century blueand-white Iznik motifs, and gossamer Turkish lace placemats and napkins woven with playful patterns.

Rather than a sweeping modernization of historic handcrafts, the aim is to “reimagine them,” explains Köprülü. “Working with the artisans is very important to our process.” The duo plays with proportions, enlarging archival motifs to celebrate their intricate beauty, or adapting old techniques with new materials. In spirit, every piece they make becomes a living memory of the places that inspired them: the sacred sites of fallen empires, the passionate communities keeping old ways alive and the bustling ancient cities unfolding new stories. Together, they form “a more nuanced take on Eastern aesthetics,” says Köprülü. “We want to show people that there’s so much more to see.” thelevantshop.com

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Windows of the World

TRADITIONAL STAINED-GLASS TECHNIQUES FIND NEW LIFE THROUGH THE WORK OF A DIGITAL ARTIST.

WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL

While the ancient art of stained-glass windows has brightened our lives for a thousand years, its ethereal quality continues to captivate us today. Visitors still stand awestruck beneath the windows at Sainte-Chapelle in Paris, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s centennial celebration of the American Wing this fall will be a new Tiffany Studios stainedglass acquisition. But when it comes to the future, can stained-glass studios rooted in historic practices pivot to support contemporary artists interested in the medium’s capabilities? For one studio in France, the answer is yes

When an important stained-glass restoration is undertaken in Europe, it is often Ateliers Loire, located in Chartres, France, who is brought on to advise. Though the family-run workroom remains

committed to traditional techniques, it also has an eye on the future. “We want to appeal to emerging artistic trends so that we can be innovators in the field of glass,” explains Bruno Loire, grandson of the studio’s founder. But being asked to realize digital artworks was a first.

In 2022, Ismail Tazi, co-founder of Trame, a gallery focused on limited-edition pieces based on digital art, approached American generative artist Jeff Davis about a collaboration for a new series called, “Craft Nouveau.” His idea was to expand on the gallery’s unique model by pairing generative artists with artisans. “Technology and craft have always gone together, which surprises people,” Tazi explains. And he suspected Davis’ work could translate beautifully into stainedglass pieces made by Ateliers Loire.

After learning how stained-glass panels are constructed during an overseas visit, Davis developed algorithms that would determine the colorful grid patterns of each piece. He titled the collection “Optimism,” inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s writings about “optimistic tones” of color and the beauty of cast light. “These are the first stained glass windows designed entirely by a computer but produced with a technique that dates to the Middle Ages,” says Loire. It’s a partnership that’s not just giving digital art a foothold in the design world but safeguarding skilled handwork. “Through projects like this,” adds Tazi, “technology can help preserve our global common heritage.” trameparis.com

Above: A selection of works by generative artist Jeff Davis and storied workroom Ateliers Loire.

photos: courtesy trame.

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Fresh Twist Studio

Fresh Twist Studio is a luxury turnkey solution for all custom window treatments and upholstery. Specializing in automated window treatments for blinds, shades and drapery, the team prides itself on providing an exceptional customer experience to both homeowners and trade professionals. freshtwiststudio.com

Sarah Coe Design

It’s all about functionality and fresh sophistication at Sarah Coe Design, which tailors each project with a seasoned expertise and understanding of how furniture selection, artwork and materials enhance each client’s daily lifestyle, in the present and beyond.

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Idlewood Electric Supply

Idlewood Electric Supply is Chicagoland’s premier lighting showroom and electrical supply distributor. With every project, Idlewood takes a customer-first approach for superior results.

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Make space

Make space for transformation.

Ready to make space for complete rejuvenation?

At Marvin, we embrace your design vision and At amplify it with our unparalleled, customized windows and doors. As your dedicated partner, windows we engineer inventive solutions, so you can make we space for transforming your dream home into an even-better-than-imagined realireali

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“Bigger windows, tall French doors, and skylights completely transformed the spaces. Light just started to pour in.”

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“When you have this much glass, you feel like you’re a part of the outdoors, but you’re also being protected as well.”

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Make space for Make space seamless connections.

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At Marvin, we excel in seamlessly blending the At ow of indoor and outdoor views in unexpected ways with handcraed windows and doors ways with handcra meticulously customized to align with your inspiring vision. As your partner, we create unique inspiring vision. As your partner, we create unique solutions so you can make space for eortless connection to the places you call home.

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L’Atelier Paris

L’Atelier Paris specializes in exquisite, professional-grade and custom French cooking ranges, as well as full made-to-measure luxury kitchens inspired by Parisian haute cuisine. It is the only brand that offers completely custom kitchen ranges, representing the ultimate in bespoke craftsmanship. leatelierparis.com

Armac Martin

Grove features a refined collection of solid-brass T-bars, cabinet pulls, knobs and hooks inspired by the form of bamboo. Manufactured in England and finished by hand, Grove is available in Armac Martin’s portfolio of unique finishes. armacmartin.com

Legno Bastone Wide Plank Flooring

Make a statement in style, with worldclass flooring right beneath your steps. Legno Bastone Wide Plank Flooring products are timeless, resilient and long-lasting. Featured here is Teresa from the LaFamiglia collection. legnobastone.com

Fabricut

Kendall Wilkinson’s new Vignettes collection for Fabricut explores a curated selection of geometrics, botanical-inspired designs and more—including a staple organic cotton velvet and captivating trimmings. fabricut.com

DISCOVERIES

STARK x Missoni Home

Bring bold beauty to any space with this exclusive rug and carpet collaboration, which pairs STARK’s expertise with the iconic motifs of Italian fashion house Missoni. New arrivals coming Summer 2024. starkcarpet.com/missoni-home

Christopher Peacock

The Christopher Peacock Hepburn collection is tailored to suit your specific space requirements. Every cabinet is made to order, with custom colors and hardware finishes available. This beautiful primary suite designed by Jan Showers showcases the power of this bespoke offering.

Hamilton Sinkler

A new hardware collection by Andrea Schumacher, in collaboration with Hamilton Sinkler, reimagines the ironmongers’ clavos embellished with a modern, clean, yet detailed pull and plate. A consummate balance of strength and beauty in form.

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Newport Brass is widely recognized for its expertise in creating bathroom and kitchen faucets and fixtures known for their exceptional quality. The brand’s collections encompass a broad spectrum of designs, innovations, and finishes, catering to contemporary, transitional, and traditional styles.

Tantalizing tiles, design-rich hotels and out-of-this-world statement lighting that are sure to inspire.

LOOKING GLASS

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CEMENTED STYLE

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CERAMIC CENTRAL

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TERRA FIRMA

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Grab your passport and check into one of these new international hotels, where design is at the heart of the experience.

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Moroccan Mirage

With only five guestrooms, Rosemary takes the boutique hotel concept to a whole new level. Nestled in one of Marrakech’s oldest neighborhoods, the accommodations are the brainchild of the founders behind Lrnce, a digital lifestyle shop that celebrates handmade treasures. The property brings the marketplace to life, with hand-painted tiles and original artwork featured throughout. After exploring the city, guests can cool off in the plunge pool or lounge on the communal patio. rosemarymarrakech.com

Japanese Icon

Hotel Il Palazzo first opened its doors in 1986 in Fukuoka, Japan—designed by the late Shigeru Uchida, a Japanese interior designer, and Aldo Rossi, an Italian architect—marking the country’s first design-driven hotel. Nearly 40 years later, the building’s blend of Italian and Japanese influences recently underwent a thoughtful redesign that not only preserved Rossi’s original architecture but honored the pair’s shared philosophy of eschewing trends or expected hotel-like characteristics. ilpalazzo.jp/en

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English Charm

Rich British meets contemporary cuteness at the Manor in the Cotswolds. The Italianatestyle estate holds more than 300 years of wonder and lore, for its which inspired Alice in subtly referenced the tale the use of bold color, pattern and whimsical touches. Beyond its guest rooms, spa and restaurant, the estate boasts natural springs and

history meets contemporary cuteness at Cowley Manor in the Cotswolds. The Italianateestate holds more than 300 years of wonder namely for its gardens which inspired Wonderland Designer Dorothée Meilichzon referenced the tale through the use of color, playful pattern and whimsical touches. its guest rooms, spa and restaurant, the boasts natural springs and gardens galore. cowleymanorexperimental.com

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Kemp Desk / . Airy Voile Quilt Set in Sky / From $339

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“The key to the design was openness. We wanted to bring the outdoors in, especially on the main level, and allow for outdoor areas on different levels of the home.” Adam Steiner, Cornerstone Architects

Creature COMFORTS

BOASTING ULTRA-SLEEK FINISHES AND LIFE-LIKE SHAPES, THIS CLASS OF LIGHTING DESIGNS IS ANYTHING BUT ORDINARY.

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BALANCING ACT

With successful showrooms in Los Angeles and Dallas, Garde’s newest location in New York City introduces a roster of global makers, including Paul Matter, a lighting studio based in India whose Floor Lamp Version 1 is pictured. Anchored by a cast-brass bulbous base, the lamp’s curved body is capped with a frosted glass head. Inspired by dot and line drawings, the resulting design is a seemingly weightless, floating statement piece of otherworldly familiarity. The backdrops, arches and pedestals shown throughout are painted Benjamin Moore’s Rockport Gray and Balboa Mist. gardeshop.com, benjaminmoore.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

CELLULAR LEVEL

For Yonathan Moore’s Spore Sconces—the shapes of which are borrowed from biological and astronomical forms—the interpretation is in the eye of the beholder. The FrenchIsraeli designer chose a cherrywood frame to house textured, chemically-engineered aluminum foam that resembles a crystalized membrane through which warm pools of light are diffused. Moore, who has a background in photojournalism and graduated from Colombia University with a Master of Architecture, draws upon his past vocations when designing new pieces in his Brooklyn studio, where he utilizes both traditional and digital fabrication methods. tulestefactory.com

GRAMERCY GRAMERCY

Elevate your entry with Gramercy—a collection seamlessly blending timeless elegance and modern innovation in the front door, interior door, & cabinet hardware pieces. With captivating mixed metal options and intricate design, Gramercy makes a sophisticated statement for your home.

POINTED OUT

Texas-based interior designer Paloma Contreras’ partnership with Visual Comfort & Co. continues to deliver timeless-with-a-twist designs. Pictured here are the Orsay Sconces—the uplight model is shown in hand-rubbed antique brass while the downlight is in polished nickel (a bronze finish is also available). The collection features a suite of styles, all of which sport Orsay’s austere and architecturally influenced lines. Like Contreras’ approach to interiors, the sconces are a chameleon in both contemporary and traditional spaces alike. The metallic wallcovering is Quilt in Chroma by Arte. visualcomfort.com, arte-international.com

DUAL IDENTITY

For Palma’s first stateside collection, which debuted at Verso Gallery’s Hamptons outpost, the Sao Paulo, Brazil, studio set out to experiment with non-traditional materials and compositions juxtaposed against basic shapes. That concept is realized in the atelier’s Esfera Table Lamp (shown), where a sharp, conical linen shade rests atop a rounded aluminum body and stainless-steel base. Upon closer look, you’ll see the textured body is covered in aluminum candy wrappers, creating a lunar effect. verso.nyc

SINUOUS SUSPENSION

Behold the Dream in Calligraphy chandelier by Feyz Studio. Founder and principal Feyza Kemahlioglu found inspiration in the rich cultural history of her native Istanbul, namely the city’s ever-present Ottoman calligraphy. Viewed in profile, the chandelier’s undulating brass curves evoke the gliding lines of the written word. Its hand-blown glass globes are arranged with intricate hand-carved embellishments made from meerschaum, a claylike material traditionally used to make smoking pipes. wexlergallery.com

SERPENTINE SILHOUETTE

Midcentury master Italian designer and architect Gianfranco Frattini created the Aspide Table Lamp for Gubi in 1970 (its name comes from Aspis, an antiquity term for snake). Five decades later, Gubi has reissued the piece and its reptilian shape and mirrored, chrome finish continue to resonate with the aesthetic sensibilities of today. A true desktop workhorse, the lamp’s body can be rotated into several configurations and the light source can be directed downward for reading or upward for an ambient glow. The metallic wallcovering is Quilt in Chroma by Arte. dwr.com, arte-international.com

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Whet your appetite for a kitchen refresh with bold spaces that marry British craft with American ingenuity.

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Sense & Sensibility

NODDING TO ENGLISH TRADITION WITH A MODERN SWERVE, TODAY’S KITCHENS REACH NEW HEIGHTS OF CHIC.

WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY GRACE BEULEY HUNT AND SARAH SHELTON

Brass-toned details, including a Waterworks tap, Top Knobs hardware and an antique painting, lend traditional flair to this Massachusetts kitchen designed by Kristen Rivoli. A Wolf range and a leathered granite backsplash and countertop from Metropolitan Stone are the ultimate cook’s companions.

An image of a classic English kitchen torn from a magazine provided an exciting challenge for Massachusetts-based designer Kristen Rivoli, who in her own words, “typically designs more modern and transitional spaces.” The fact that her client was a serious chef with contemporaryleaning tastes made the brief an even more interesting puzzle to solve.

To bring together both aesthetics, Rivoli looked first to the millwork, teaming up with Kevin Cradock Builders on a cabinetry program that nods to Old World furniture with its inset style and hand-painted finish,

while touting modern flourishes like curved panel lines and glass upper cubbies. A standout feature is Rivoli’s custom-designed hutch, whose drawers enclose a drop-down device charging station, cat challs for the husbands’ sundries and everyday cutlery and dishware for meals at the adjacent breakfast nook. “We did a lot of research on early English kitchens and one constant was that there was always a standalone hutch,” notes Rivoli.

Ultimately, crafting a modern chefs kitchen in the tradition of an English country home allowed for the best of both

worlds. “My client’s initial inspiration brought about so many great details–from the exposed hinges, to the large, farmhouse-style sink, and all of the warm brass hardware,” notes the designer. “But the functionality of the space, and the lighting and sexy furniture, it’s all very modern,” she continues. Unified by a t imeless material envelope of ebonized mahogany and leathered granite, the space is equal parts style and function. “Walking into this kitchen is like putting on a beautiful gown,” reflects Rivoli. “It instantly changes how you feel.” kristenrivoli.com

The breakfast nook beckons with its Saarinen table and chairs illuminated by an Apparatus pendant (below). The family room-facing end of the kitchen island encloses pull-out Sub-Zero beverage refrigerators; a fixture from The Urban Electric Co. hangs above (left).

photo: jared kuzia, styling: hudson moore.

LAUNCH LIST

FRESH FINDS FROM EUROPE’S LUXURY KITCHEN AND BATH COMPANIES BRING SOPHISTICATED FLARE STATESIDE.

MISE EN PLACE

If you need to store it, Poggenpohl has a place for it. Their new Caleidoscope system series provides an in-drawer modular configuration for all one’s kitchen needs, from utensils to produce to spices. With a choice of oak wood in light or dark variations, leave it to German e ciency to satisfy a cook’s hunger for organization. poggenpohl.com

POSH PLUMBING

With a passion for timeless British fi xtures, Lefroy Brook’s fan favorite Ten Ten collection is now available to accommodate U.S. plumbing systems. Having launched in 2016 in the UK, the line, rich with industrial details, spans taps and showers and is available in silver nickel, polished chrome, antique gold and polished brass. usa.lefroybrooks.com

ISLAND TIME

O cine Gullo is expanding their iconic, Italian-made metal kitchens into an exciting new category: islands. Aptly named Isola (the Italian word for island), the freestanding units are fully customizable with options for gas or induction cooking and add-ons like a lava stone barbecue, pasta cooker, sink and undercounter cupboards—all while functioning as the central hub of the kitchen. The new o ering spans fi ve di erent sizes. o cinegullo.com spans fi ve di erent sizes. o

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Custom Shades, Shutters, Blinds, Drapery & Automation

After collaborating on several swoon-worthy kitchens, interior designer Amanda Chando and kitchen designer Tanya Smith-Shiflett teamed up on a collection of furnitureinspired cabinetry in a tight, customizable edit of door styles and paint finishes. When a repeat client approached the duo to renovate the kitchen of their new Maryland vacation home, it procured the perfect opportunity to debut the collection, specifically, the Wren cabinet door panel painted Farrow & Ball’s After Hours.

But the knockout millwork—a tailored riff on traditional English cabinets—isn’t the only

talking point. Below, Chando and Smith-Shiflett share the material power players.

Walnut Wood. TSS: The slatted walnut hood cover was an early decision, and it definitely pushed the kitchen design in a more modern direction. It’s the perfect warm wood stain, which Amanda sample matched from an antique chair. The walnut pulls and interior cabinet drawers are another modern detail. They are just as beautiful and special inside as they are out.

Textured Tile. AC: We toyed with refinishing the floors but ultimately decided to go with

something totally different: a slip-resistant subway tile from Fireclay Tile in a herringbone pattern. The backsplash is a clé zellige chosen because it’s reflective and brings in light while also withstanding messes. (These clients are originally from Europe—they like to cook and entertain!)

It’s a popular style of tile, but here the idea was to have them be another layer of te xture, joining the wood, brick, brass and quartzite. And of course, there’s the great House of Hackney wallpaper to tie it all together. uniquekitchensandbaths.com; detailsanddesign.com

Hefty brass Armac Martin hardware pops against custom cabinetry and clé zellige tile.

A Lostine stool ties in the walnut detailing throughout the kitchen. The double height cabinets enclose a full-service coffee station.

photo: stacy zarin goldberg.

INFLUENTIAL WOMEN OF DESIGN

WHERE LEADERSHIP, PERSPECTIVE + INGENUITY ABOUND

From inspiring their clients and colleagues with signature aesthetic leanings to guiding their teams in managing deadlines and smooth installations, the women of design are undeniably influential. Of course, their seemingly endless font of talent plays a role too.

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The Band of Insiders

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While there are many creative endeavors one can pursue as a career, interior design does hold a little something special: it’s tangible. This was the realization that brought Jennifer Boyd to the trade. “After working in advertising, I went back to school for interior architecture,” she says. “The first thing I designed to be built were floating shelves above a fireplace. As they were being installed by the millworker, I kept looking back and forth between my drawing and the now very real piece, in awe that this concept from my mind existed in reality.” Since then, she has never looked back. Today, Boyd is the Principal and Owner of The Band of Insiders, an acclaimed full-service firm that is known for weaving the work of artisans, craftspeople and generational family businesses into its projects. Boyd elaborates, “We value handmade pieces over mass-produced to add sensibility and character to our projects.”

Method To The Madness

“I write down two things I am grateful for and one goal each morning in a planner when I sit down at my desk,” Boyd shares. “It helps me focus, and when I am feeling scattered or pulled in an unexpected direction, I refer to those notes to regain my footing. This job often pulls you in many directions—frequently unplanned—in a day. Although this is good for us right-brained creative types who are not always linear thinkers, it is nice to have a reference point to go back to.”

Impactful Duo

Asked about the mentors who have shaped her passion for design, Boyd points in two directions.

• My father worked as a painting contractor for more than 40 years, so I visited construction sites from a young age. He taught me many tricks of his trade. To this day, I am convinced that a good coat of paint can transform any room.

• I worked for Suzanne Lovell early in my career, and she taught me a lot about helping clients curate collections. She also instilled in me an appreciation for the value of our resources and trusted vendors.

ALTHOUGH I HAVE BEEN DOING THIS WORK FOR ALMOST 20 YEARS, THE BAND OF INSIDERS IS A YOUNG COMPANY WITH SO MUCH POSSIBILITY AHEAD.”

Right Four swivel Pumpkin chairs by Pierre Paulin make for the perfect modern touch against the classic Art Deco details in the fireplace and surrounding millwork designed by Boyd. A photograph by Tyler Shields completes the look.

Photography + Headshot David Turner

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Photography by David Turner

Calia

After working in the stone industry for more than 15 years, Kristin C. Schloemer is uniquely aware of the exciting direction in which it’s heading. A fresh approach to material selection is truly changing things in the world of natural stone. As the Owner of Calia, she sees her role as ensuring her growing team has all the tools they need. And as for the company, expansion is top of mind. “Currently the goal for Calia is to grow our collection of unique rare materials, as well as to make the natural stone selection process more seamless and to serve as a go-to knowledge resource,” she says. Schloemer would like to broaden the firm’s reach with additional locations to better service designers. As for the future of design? She notes, “This industry is evolving every day, and if I was to narrow it down to my specific industry, we are on fast-forward.”

No Stone Unturned

“Our goal every day is to make dreams reality and find the most perfect stones from all over the world,” says Schloemer. Here are just a few examples of the team’s ingenuity:

• For a 23-slab marble bathroom, the chosen material of Italian origin was successfully sourced— out of Greece.

• The desired stone from a longextinct quarry was found for a 36-inch vanity. “Truly, there isn’t anything we can’t make happen,” says Schloemer.

CALIA HAS COMPLETELY REVIVED THE EXCITEMENT OF NATURAL STONE SELECTION AND IS THRIVING ON DESIGNERS NO LONGER HAVING TO COMPROMISE.”

On Working With Icons

Schloemer is humbled to be a part of the design community and to work with the giants of the trade.

“To think we have the luxury to work with them on their unbelievable projects throughout the country has been—to say the least—the most unreal feeling.”

Top Titled Fairfax, this space, the brainchild of designer Summer Thornton showcases the beauty of stone.

Photography Jackie Christ of Costa Christ Media

Christy Foran Design, Inc.

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While some know their career path instinctively, others discover their true passion on their journey through life. And so it was with Christy Foran. As the Owner of Christy Foran Design, she brings her unique experiences, talents, skills and vision to the homes and spaces that she and her expert team create for their clients. “After studying psychology as an undergrad, I tried out careers in event planning and fundraising before my love for designing and space planning led me to Harrington College of Design more than 20 years ago,” Foran says. Today, Foran and her full-service firm are celebrated for their innovative designs that reveal their clients’ personalities and lifestyles. “With a focus on both classic and contemporary residential design, CFD is a trusted partner for clients seeking beautiful, functional environments that resonate, uplift and inspire.”

Design Inspiration

• What first drew you to design? Design’s limitless possibilities and being able to create never-beforeseen spaces. While the vast scope of knowledge an interior designer needs can often seem overwhelming, knowing that every client, every project and every day will bring new ideas, insights and creative challenges is what first attracted me and what keeps me coming back for more.

• Who are your ultimate female design icons? Holly Hunt and Kelly Wearstler. Watching them fearlessly attack the design world with confidence and perseverance while always setting their sights on new ways to enliven, evolve and grow is truly inspirational.

• Share major goals for your firm. To embrace and better utilize the new technology that is growing up all around us. Having the ability to show a client 3D presentations prior to construction and installation builds confidence and avoids negative outcomes.

• If you weren’t an interior designer, you’d be ? After more than two decades in design, perhaps I could be a couple’s counselor. Dealing with construction, lead times, decisions, indecision and budgets can make couples crazy, so part of my job is to help both partners feel involved, calm and elated with the result.

WE ARE A BOUTIQUE FIRM WITH A HIGHLY PERSONAL APPROACH TO DESIGN AND AN INCREDIBLE EYE FOR DETAIL.”

Top With complementary sofas, a gorgeous antique rug, custom fireplace surround and oversize Lucite coffee table, CFD proves that in design—as in life—opposites attract beautifully. Left Detailed paneling, magnificent millwork and a subtle runner define this stylish staircase that is enveloped in a warm, natural glow from the skylight above. Center With its Danby marble countertop and backsplash, rich and refined cabinetry and state-of-the-art gadgets and appliances, this custom pantry checks all the boxes. Right This posh primary bath is brimming with layers of texture, mixed metals, organic materials and a pop of glamorous color. Photography + Headshot Margaret Rajic

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moody and comfortable, this sophisticated dining room tempts guests to overstay their welcome.

Goesling Group

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When passion, skill and talent is multiplied by two, great design is limitless. Enter Sarah and Rebecca Goesling, the innovative sisters behind the award-winning Goesling Group. “It was inevitable that we’d pursue design,” says Sarah, the firm’s Owner and Principal Designer. “With a mom who practices fine art and a dad who builds motorcycles, our upbringing revolved around the way things function, how they’re constructed and the materials used to create them.” Applying that creative legacy to the spaces where people live and objects they use has defined their mission. “We see design everywhere and in everything,” adds Rebecca, Director of Design. “As a multidisciplinary design collective, we specialize in luxury interiors and branding, with a studied focus on color, material and finish (CMF) and forecasting. The result? Places and products that are well-informed, intentional and holistic.”

Design-Minded Duo

• Talk about mentors who’ve shaped and inspired you.

Sarah: One of the joys of a family business is a shared moral and artistic foundation. Rebecca and I are lucky to have great mentors in our parents who continue to provide a balance of logical and creative advice as we grow Goesling Group.

• Moving forward, what major goals do you have for your firm?

Rebecca: The reality that no two clients have the same needs or desires is why we’ll continue to bring multiple design disciplines under one roof. The way a logo is crafted, a movement is researched or a color created can influence our approach to interiors and remodeling, and vice versa. Sharing that knowledge across specialties will help our team to keep achieving more holistic designs and lifestyles for our clients.

• What motivates and energizes you?

Sarah: The knowledge that our clients are entrusting us with their greatest investment motivates us to always do things the right way. We don’t aim to be the fastest or cheapest, we aim to go above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of a design is thoughtfully and fully planned, curated and executed.

WE RECOGNIZE THAT EACH HOME AND EACH CLIENT IS UNIQUE, AND OUR APPROACH TO DESIGN REFLECTS THAT.”

Top Half-moon tile acts as a motif to reference the domed ceiling of the building’s original architecture, while metallic finished paper adds interest to this otherwise moody bathroom.

Heidi Woodman Interiors

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While every interior designer certainly has a sense of aesthetics and spatial awareness, the most successful of their trade tend to possess a little something that makes them unique. For Heidi Woodman, Principal Designer of her namesake firm, that defining factor can be described in four words: story, art, antiques and sustainability. “I try to approach every task on every project from the perspective of telling the client’s story,” she says. As for the other three elements, she and her team are known for bringing them into every design—whether a new build, remodel or addition. No matter the parameters, each project brings a boost of energy and motivation to the designer, who got her start in the industry after recognizing her passion in college. “I have a background in painting and sculpture,” she says. “However, while my roommates were having parties, I would be upstairs designing my space. It clicked, and I shifted my trajectory.”

Reading

Beyond Design

Asked to share her go-to thought-provoking books on design, Woodman pivots, saying, “I like to read perspectives from other creatives who aren’t in my industry. Sometimes I get burned out on reading all things interiors.” She shares two of the non-design books she is loving as of late.

• Tribe of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best in the World by Timothy Ferriss is a wonderful collection of insights from creative people in all industries.

• The Creative Act by Rick Rubin is my all-time favorite book. It explores the creative process and how to push past boundaries to achieve true innovation. It’s life-changing!

Modest Mentor

“I love Jessica Helgerson,” Woodman shares. “She stays under the radar, and I like that about her. Quiet with her posts and clearly not one to feel like she needs to be all over social media, what she does do is produce amazing design. Helgerson is also not shy to stand up for the things in our world that are important to her. I see the human side of her—not just design. She has become a great mentor to me through the past few years.”

I THINK IN INTERIORS, THE CREATIVITY OF WOMEN HAS ALWAYS BEEN A DRIVING FORCE.”

Left Custom lights from Apparatus and a curved marble profile create drama in this powder bath. Top right Plaster walls in a rich dark hue and a custom light from Ruemmler in an ochre silk fabric bring moodiness to this design. Bottom right Natural elements and a vintage-inspired light were key in creating this warm, laidback family space in New Jersey.

Photography Left, Top right + Headshot by Nolan Calisch; Bottom right by Linda Pordon Photography

An Inspirational Plan

When asked her recipe for success, Coburn explains, “Hiring mainly senior-level designers has proven to be a real strength for my business. By providing my clientele with a talented, experienced staff who love what they do, I’m able to deliver world-class designs, new-builds and renovations that exceed their wants, needs and visions, all while serving as a mentor to my team.”

An Audacious Alliance

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Where great interior design and architecture meet, exceptional lifestyles are born. This simple, yet powerful ideal is the magic behind Lauren Coburn’s award-winning designs. As the Owner of Lauren Coburn, LLC, she’s been providing full-service interior design and renovation services to her loyal clientele since 2004. “Growing up with an artist mother and surgeon/entrepreneur father ignited my passion for design and my desire to have my own business,” Coburn says. After graduating from the prestigious Cranbrook Academy and earning a degree in interior architecture from The Art Institute of Chicago, Coburn began her career at Tigerman McCurry Architects. “Being mentored by Stanley Tigerman and Margaret McCurry gave me an abiding appreciation for architectural excellence and inspired my love for the full-scale residential design and custom construction projects my firm is known for.”

“In addition to my firm, I’m part of NextHaus Alliance (@nexthausalliance), a collaborative team of two designers—of which I’m one—a builder, architect, landscape architect and AV company,” Coburn shares. “We work in close collaboration to build high-end custom sustainable an d passive homes.”

Top Soothing neutral tones and smoky blue accents set the stage for clean-lined furnishings from Holly Hunt, a plush Stark rug and chic de Gournay panels that flank the handsome fireplace. Far left This showstopping bar includes elegant back-painted blue eglomise mirror side panels by Simes Studios and a custom silver-leaf ceiling that was applied on-site. Center Lauren Coburn used Stark runners, hanging lanterns from Remains Lighting and a vintage Asian console table in this gracious gallery. Left Among the living room’s exquisite design details are the custom de Gournay panels, the Stark rug and Holly Hunt benches.

Photography Norman Sizemore; Headshot by Cynthia Lynn

Leah Bolger Design

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For an interior designer who owns their own firm, a typical workday is anything but. Between the creative elements of the trade, connecting with clients, managing team dynamics and taking care of the myriad other tasks inherent in owning a business, well each day demands agility and energy. Happily, Leah Bolger is in no short supply of either. “My days revolve around studio time, design development, new construction and remodeling jobsite walk-throughs, meeting with trades, showroom visits, attending lectures, connecting with local artisans, attending product introductions and more,” the designer shares. What keeps her running through it all? “I’m energized by my love of the visual world and working with wonderful homeowners to create places that will be cherished and enjoyed.” One look at Bolger’s prolific portfolio of bespoke, light-and-bright spaces proves how the reward of a successful project keeps her coming back for more.

Breaking The Mold

“In my opinion, Florence Knoll is an iconic and inspirational female visionary in a world where a woman’s place was reserved for ‘decoration,’” Bolger enthuses. “Knoll was arguably one of the most influential architects and designers in post-war America. Architect, interior designer, furniture designer and innovator are only a small compilation of her accomplishments. Knoll’s vision at the company of her name degendered and transformed interior design from decoration (associated with women) to spatial architecture, which in 1955 was almost exclusively a male-dominated arena.”

Must-Follow Favs

Bolger shares a few of her favorite Instagram accounts to follow for inspiration and insight.

• @leahparisdaily because she offers fun and inspiring doses of Parisian architecture, design, decor, fashion, food and moments in time.

• @antoniolupidesign for its innovative, minimal, cuttingedge Italian design

• @thomaspheasant to enjoy beautifully articulated architectural detailing juxtaposed with neutrality, clean lines and texture

• @thenandnowchicago is a wonderful documentation of our city’s architectural past and present

Top This lovely living room finds harmony in neutral hues and textures. Far left This beautiful guest bedroom features a custom-upholstered bed with built-in nightstands and a classic Eames chair. Left With an Eames chair and no shortage of reading material, this guest space checks all the boxes.

Photography Nathan Kirkman

“MY MOTIVATION COMES FROM A COMMITMENT TO ELEVATING THE EVERYDAY WITH CREATIVITY AND PASSION.”

Learn From A Legacy

In discussing the mentors who have shaped her career, Wallace points to an industry legend. “Holly Hunt was an inspirational mentor to me. She sparked a desire within me to understand quality, craftsmanship and the Pareto principle—Hunt can look at a lighting manufacturer and pick the 20 percent of the line that will account for 80 percent of the sales. She is a businesswoman who has an innate understanding of her marketplace and customer. Her motto is, ‘Focus on being the best, but know you can always be better. Change is constant.’ I always have that in mind.”

Content To Contemplate

As an avid listener and reader of impactful media, Wallace always has a few fascinating current favorites to share.

• TED Talks! Life is about learning, and they have content on just about everything.

• Simon Sinek’s book, Find Your Why, has been impactful for me.

• Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker discusses the importance of sleeping, the side effects of failing to do so and its impact on society. It’s a great read!

The leaders in every segment of the home design industry are driven by one thing they know to be true: perfecting home spaces leads to a vastly improved day-to-day life. Mary Pat Wallace certainly feels impassioned by this perspective. As Founder of The Luxury Bed Collection, she is bringing renewed wellness to clients throughout the country. “Sleep influences cognition, mental and emotional health, immunity, the body’s ability to manage stress—everything,” Wallace says. “For this reason, we believe that your mattress is the most important piece of furniture in your home.” To that end, Wallace and her teams in Chicago, Dallas and Naples put the best-inclass brands on display, including Hästens, Vispring, Naturepedic, The Pillow Bar and Sferra. “Each brand sources luxurious natural materials,” Wallace shares. “Their products are then designed and engineered by legacy craftspeople.”

Far left This tranquil space is beautiful, but the rest its owners get on their Vispring mattress is even more so. Top right The Luxury Bed Collection’s new Chicago showroom is a sight to behold. Bottom right On a Hästens mattress, the sleep is so good that one doesn’t mind waking to the brightness of morning light.

Photography Far left Courtesy of Vispring; Top right by Roberto Lopez; Bottom right Courtesy of Hästens

Sarah Coe Design

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While it may be true that anyone can learn the art of design, it is also undeniable that growing up in the industry is an inherent asset in this pursuit. Thus, Sarah Coe, Principal Interior Designer and Owner of her namesake firm, considers her childhood central to her professional success. “My grandfather was involved in home building, while my grandmother was an artist who also designed homes, so I grew up reading blueprints and participating in this creative process,” Coe shares. “I think developing spatial awareness and a sense of aesthetics so early still influences my work today. It also affords me a long-developed understanding of the practical parts of this industry.” Family continues to inform her design perspective in new ways, as her own children—three teenagers and, she quips, the family dog—inspire the function-centric approach she takes with each environment.

Philanthropy In Focus

“In 2024, we want to continue growing in our financial and material support of organizations like Humble Design and Love by Design, which fully furnish homes for families coming out of homelessness and domestic abuse,” Coe says. “These organizations accept used furnishings and accessories, which is a perfect partnership with what we do, giving our clients a wonderful place to donate items they no longer need as we update their spaces.”

Treasured Pastime

Upon being asked to share what she would be doing if she weren’t a designer, Coe points to one of her other great loves: yoga. “I start each day at the yoga studio, and if I hadn’t found my passion in this industry, I would probably be teaching yoga on the beach,” she says. “I love nature, especially the ocean; it is so serene and simple. Waves crashing, sand between my toes and a Vinyasa flow yes, please!”

Sarah On Socials

While discussing her favorite Instagram accounts to follow, Coe points to two standouts. “@briahammelinteriors has created a successful design company and brand that I find inspiring and @thewhitecompany showcases the power of ruthlessly editing a space, which I appreciate.”

Far left A leaded-glass window hides a less-than-lovely view in this newly designed kitchen. Top right Painting the powder bath trim in Privilege Green by Sherwin-Williams made for a memorable look. Bottom right A calming palette of greens and blues creates a serene place to sit and read a book.

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Jazz Age

A 1920s duplex in Lincoln Park is revived with a modern edge.

WRITTEN BY MONIQUE MCINTOSH

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RYAN HAINEY

Architecture: Timothy O’Neil, Kaufman | O’Neil Architecture Interior Design: Aimee Wertepny, Lauren Warnock and Sanja Kerr, Project. Home Builder: Jonathan Rubenstein, JAR Corp

elissa and Ken Erke are no strangers to contemporary architecture, from their sleek West Loop penthouse to their former industrial brick loft. For their next abode, however, the design lovers found themselves veering away from their modern tendencies. “We’ve become attracted to the vintage look, that era of marble and herringbone floors,” Ken says.

Enter a 1929 lakefront duplex designed by prolific Chicago architect Robert De Golyer. The interior had lost most of its original finishes through the decades, yet the ghosts of historic glamour lingered along the original crown molding and spiral staircase. Hopeful of its promise, the couple turned to designers Aimee Wertepny, Lauren Warnock and Sanja Kerr to extract the apartment’s full potential. As their third home with the couple, the team fully embraced the pivot. “We collectively felt like doing something different for them, leaning into that vintage style,” recalls Warnock, who has since founded NavyBlack Studio. They opted for an eclectic mix of “contemporary Art Deco with moments of midcentury modern and tempered Parisian glam,” Wertepny says.

The duplex’s revised floor plan, reformed by architect Timothy O’Neil and general contractor Jonathan Rubenstein, adopts more modern proportions. “We weren’t afraid to change things that weren’t working so the home can thrive for another hundred years,” O’Neil explains. Gone is the cramped kitchen set behind the stairwell, designed when such places were concealed from polite company. The new version now seamlessly flows into the dining area. In turn, the maid’s quarters became a den equipped with a marble-encased bar. Upstairs, some creative geometry transformed the primary bath into a spa-like retreat, with new piping concealed beneath the tub’s platform. Two separate bedrooms merged into the expansive primary suite. Daily life now eloquently drifts from room to room thanks to widened case openings. “Circulation was tight and didn’t feel very gracious,” O’Neil notes. “We were sensitive to improving the flow of spaces.”

Once proportionally balanced, the interiors became saturated in material richness. “We leaned into a ‘more is more’ approach,” Warnock explains. Black paint accentuates the original spiral staircase and new curved archways inspired by

the building’s limestone entrance. Deeply veined marble further fortifies the home’s glamour. The monolithic Breccia Nero and Calaglio marble fireplaces have “Art Deco written all over them,” she adds. Contrasting oxblood and gray marble countertops transform the kitchen, with its blackand-white checkered floor, into a chic showpiece.

Wood tones throughout are dark and decadent, like the herringbone hardwood floors and walnut kitchen cabinetry featuring reeded millwork. More walnut lines the dining area’s built-in arch, which frames a custom banquette. Backed with smoky mirrors, the nook rivals the most coveted booth of any speakeasy. “We wanted something beautiful to differentiate the kitchen from the dining area— a place to light some candles and have a dinner party,” Warnock says.

This cocktail-hour spirit infuses all the home’s social spheres. In the living room, for example, “we wanted multiple seating areas like you’d find in a bespoke hotel lobby,” Warnock says. Back-to-back leather Chesterfield sofas form intimate clusters for conversation. “It’s so nice you can move around the space when you have people over,” Ken observes. “It gives such new energy to the evenings.”

Amid these sumptuous surroundings, select furnishings from the couple’s previous abodes are peppered throughout. Some, like the bedroom lounge area’s club chairs, were “reupholstered and refinished for a totally different look,” notes Kerr, who now works with NavyBlack Studio. Other familiar items, like the dining area’s Platner chairs, needed no adjustments. “That’s the beauty of timeless pieces,” Wertepny observes. “From a timber loft to an übermodern penthouse to this classic coop apartment, those chairs still look right at home.”

Bolts of leather, velvet and mohair upholstery marry old with new, steeped in wine reds and inky blacks. Rugs are equally lush, especially the custom runner dripping vibrant red down the stairwell. “We kept equating the color palette to a fine cabernet: bold, smooth, soft on the edges and a little funky,” Wertepny says. Against this backdrop, light fixtures featuring brass metals and fluted glass flash like jewelry.

Now, everyday moments feel imbued with a sense of refinement, from sunrise views while enjoying coffee in bed to sunset cocktails on the swivel chairs in the living room. “We throw those living room windows open in the summer, and it feels like we are on the beach,” Melissa shares. “Those chairs see a lot of conversation, music and cocktails.”

Featuring Green Andes quartzite from Calia Stone Boutique, a custom bar by New Style Cabinets holds pride of place beneath Alexa Hampton for Visual Comfort & Co. sconces. A plush leather chair and marble-topped coffee table, both by Four Hands, flesh out the lounge area.

The dining room’s New Style Cabinets-crafted archway frames a custom banquette backed by an antique mirror from Karesh Glass. The Platner chairs and Arteriors fixture add drama to the Modloft dining table.

Above: Walnut kitchen cabinetry by New Style Cabinets is further elevated by such details as the island’s reeded millwork. Brass accents, like the Waterworks faucet and Visual Comfort & Co. sconce, complement the wood’s rich tones.

Opposite: Swaths of marble turn the kitchen into a showpiece, with checkered floors from Classic Tile and two different slabs from Calia Stone Boutique for the countertops: A merlot-tinged Rosso Levanto adorns the island, while Calacatta Monet covers the perimeter. The appliances are by Thermador.

An Art Deco-inspired fireplace by Material Bespoke Stone + Tile adds classic glamour to the bedroom sitting area. The Arhaus chair is paired with a custom table featuring Rosso Levanto marble from Calia Stone Boutique.

Above: Garnet-hued tile by Sonoma Tilemakers on the powder room wall complements a Rosso Levanto marble sink. A coat of Benjamin Moore’s Midnight Oil and a tapered Chapman & Myers for Visual Comfort & Co. sconce lend to the moody vibe.

Left: Light filters into the bedroom through drapery crafted by Basia Frossard Projects, reflecting off the Julie Neill for Visual Comfort & Co. chandelier. Arteriors nightstands and lamps flank the bed, while a Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams sofa curves around an Arteriors table.

LEAP OF FAITH

One design team turns a nearly unbuildable lot on Lake Michigan into the ultimate weekend retreat.

WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MIKE SCHWARTZ

Architecture: Josh Hutchison and Jarrett Jespersen, 34-Ten Interior Design: Marli Jones and Amanda Clemente Eby, Rebel House

very small town has their own special charms. Glenn, Michigan, is no exception—right down to its nickname, “The Pancake Town,” bestowed upon it after the community rallied to feed hundreds of motorists stranded during a blizzard in 1937. But its quaint history and waterfront setting have made property scarce. So, when Annie Conway, who spent summers in the area, and her husband, Will Wake, began looking for a place to build, options were limited. They decided on a pristine but potentially problematic lot. Seeing limitations as an opportunity to create thoughtful design, they phoned their trusted architect, Josh Hutchison, who had renovated their 19th-century brickstone in Chicago.

“This was really the last remaining parcel in the area and a pretty challenging site,” Hutchison recalls. Wetlands to one side and a cliff with erosion concerns left only a third of the site buildable. The house needed to be designed as a “readily movable structure,” he explains, meaning that if the bluff became a threat, the residence could be lifted and scooted deeper into the site. “Everyone else had been scared off, but we were both optimistic and motivated,” Annie says. “We really wanted a weekend or summer place where we could host a million cousins and just unplug.” They didn’t want cookie-cutter, either—no log cabin, no Nantucket knockoff. “I really wanted a ‘sexy cabin’ look,” she says, “something more Pacific Northwest in style.”

After walking the site, Hutchison was struck by its vantage point and the vastness of its Lake Michigan vistas. “Nature’s majesty can be kind of intimidating!” he says. He composed a plan that responded to the surroundings: a slightly boomerang-shaped structure that sits against the forest yet still has lake views. “The home comprises three volumes, each of which relates to the contours of the property. There’s nothing arbitrary here,” he adds. And to give the house that “sexy” edge, he used a combination of ipe and a thermally modified wood that mimics the look of charred cedar.

“But because this home is designed for gathering, we treated it with a slightly different program inside,” Hutchison continues, noting the

contributions of project designer Jarrett Jespersen in creating the family-centric floor plan. Key to their clients’ needs were a great room that leads outside, a large dining area, a media room/library, en suite bedrooms, a bunk room and a generous mudroom for the couple’s rescue dogs, Ruthie Bader Ginsburg and Cosimo de’ Medici. “The dogs were part of our vision here,” Annie notes. “We wanted to give them a life outside the city where they could run around and chase squirrels.”

Annie, who has a background in product innovation and service design, has a savvy eye and initially began the interiors herself but realized she wanted a “creative partner, someone to push my thinking,” she explains. Bringing on designer Marli Jones proved the solution. “This home is contemporary, a departure from their city residence, so there’s a different materiality here,” Jones says. “Because they have a young son, they didn’t want anything too precious. The design became about durability, warmth and practicality, but we also wanted to have a little fun.”

In the entryway, Jones and design director Amanda Clemente Eby created a “drop zone for muddy shoes,” she says, but one that’s elevated with a large photograph by Jin-Woo Prensena. Walking into the great room reveals a built-in bar area with what she describes as a “wow moment” tile, a dining area that can seat 20 beneath its custom suede-wrapped chandelier, and an airy living area. In the latter, Jones devised a window seat (“Great storage for toys,” she notes) paired with furnishings that lend a midcentury vibe. The kitchen, with its snack pantry and coffee area, connects the great room to the other side of the abode, which houses a sitting room that can be closed off for television, reading or writing, and a bunk room for the kids. Upstairs are the couple’s bedroom and two guest suites. “Their room was about keeping it simple and just enjoying the best view of the lake,” Jones says.

Of course, outdoor living is just as important. Meals can be enjoyed on the alfresco dining area— the perfect place to embrace the town’s nickname and gobble up pancakes on a sunny morning. And with lake levels down, the couple foresees a summer of kayaking. But definite plans of any sort are off the table. “Time here is unstructured,” Annie says. “When we come up the gravel drive, there’s a noticeable difference in how we feel. Every night we say to ourselves, ‘Is this real?’ ”

The side door of a home by architect Josh Hutchison and designer Marli Jones offers a glimpse past cabinetry by Specialty Woodworking Inc. to the foyer’s Pottery Barn bench. The mirror is by Rejuvenation.

Above: A Crate & Barrel sofa and Four Hands chairs surround an ottoman made by Matthews Upholstery with Architex’s Silicone Swayed fabric. Just beyond the living room, the bar features tile from The Fine Line and sconces by Worley’s Lighting.

Opposite: The living room’s built-in bench is topped with cushions in a Brook Perdigon Textiles print crafted by Matthews Upholstery. The rug is from Home Carpet One, and the wall light is by Visual Comfort & Co.

Hung high so as not to impede the views, the Apparatus chandelier complements the dining area’s extendable black oak RH table and woven chairs. On the wall is a photograph by Jin-Woo Prensena.

Left: In a corner of the primary bedroom, Jones created a quiet reading nook. A Crate & Barrel floor lamp casts light on the Four Hands armchair and West Elm side table.

Opposite: Extra-long twin beds in the charming bunk room allow adults to sleep as comfortably as the kids. The Shade Store used Rebecca Atwood’s Hills fabric to craft the Roman shade.

Above: Leading to the side entry, an intimate outdoor sitting area with Four Hands sling chairs is sheltered from winds off the lake. The space is warmed by a double-sided fireplace shared with the living room.

Opposite: On the patio are sofas, chairs and tables by Four Hands.

The property’s many large oaks help frame the lake views.

Piecing It Together

After a long artistic journey around the globe, Monica Rezman finds her aesthetic voice.

WRITTEN BY DEBORAH BISHOP

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACOB HAND

Whether crafting a sculpture to perch on the floor or embellishing

a canvas destined for the wall, artist Monica Rezman approaches her work as equal parts painter and builder. “I wanted to be an architect, but I couldn’t deal with the math,” jokes Rezman, who paints, cuts, arranges and stitches fabric to create her artwork. Her intricate process stems from experiences both close to home in Chicago and across the world.

After studying painting and textile design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Rezman continued her education in classical painting in Florence, Italy. “At the start of my career, I painted highly realistic pieces,” she says. “But after 10 years, I was so restless—the work didn’t reflect my voice.” That’s when she ditched her oil palette, fell in love with acrylics and abstraction, and started over. “There are way more feelings in this body of work: When certain colors are placed next to each other, it creates a palpable sensation,” shares the artist, who has alway mixed her own custom hues.

Many of Rezman’s wall pieces still begin simply with paint on canvas. Then, pulling from her experience designing clothes as well as a residency in Gujarat, India—a mecca for textile arts—she introduces fabric to the mix, folding and pleating to add dimension. The hand- or machine-sewn seams are integral to the composition, as is the embroidery Rezman might apply to the surface. Some of the final pieces suggest abstracted mosaics, others deconstructed Cubist still lifes.

For her sculptures, Rezman rescues cardboard boxes from the recycling, adhering them together with hot glue before cladding the resulting form with fabric (often the burlap rice sacks readily available around her secondary studio in Merida, Mexico) that she then paints. Ancient Mayan ruins and pyramids populating the Yucatan count among the artist’s visual inspirations: “There are all these abstract forms in the landscape—like boxes piled on top of boxes—and that really blew me away,” she says.

The soaring 18-foot ceilings of her Merida studio have also inspired Rezman to scale up her sculptures, and she’s excited to figure out how to fabricate work for outdoor display. “It’s funny— it’s taken me a long time to create my own aesthetic language,” the artist says. “But after 30 years of making so much different work, I can say I’ve finally—definitely—found my groove.”

Monica Rezman’s multistep process for her wall hangings, such as A Child’s Game (opposite), begins with painting canvases, to which she applies pieces of fabric sewn together (left). “I cut, rearrange and sew things,” she says, “but to me they’re still paintings—three-dimensional paintings.”

Full Spectrum

In a Lincoln Park townhouse, an eclectic palette is chic but fun for a young family.

Interior Design: Dan Rak and Emily Samano, Dan Rak Design

WRITTEN BY LIZ ARNOLD PHOTOGRAPHY BY RYAN MCDONALD STYLING BY LYDIA WORKMAN

hen it comes to bold hues, some may shy away, but this Lincoln Park couple embraces them full force. “We live in color, that’s our mantra,” the wife says of the rich jewel tones that dramatize the interiors of their welcoming three-story town home designed by Dan Rak and Emily Samano.

While the couple’s passion for color is long held, they opted for a neutral palette in their previous residence after starting a family. “Dark colors can show a lot of markings,” the wife explains. But when this stately house—just up the block from where they lived—became available, the kids were past toddlerhood, meaning the couple could lean back into dark and moody shades. For Rak and Samano, this was an opportunity for traditional-meetseclectic interiors, where coral and rust pop against slate blue and cobalt, marigold mixes with soft black, and occasional plaids and patterns stimulate without compromising the beauty of the architecture.

Though built in 2011, the abode nods to the historic homes found throughout the neighborhood, a style Rak describes as “thoughtful, traditional and pretty clean.” Classic elements like the extensive millwork provided a frame for the designers’ vision, which involved using color not just as an accent but rather in broader applications. The wife shared inspiration photos from restaurants and a Paris hotel, noting she “liked the aesthetic but more so just admired how they used color.” Rak intuited the direction, noting, “She didn’t come to us with specific asks, but more like a feeling.” Adds Samano, “She shared inspiration that encapsulated a lot of these jewel tones, but maybe not in as bold a way as we used them, like for entire rooms. That’s where the trust came—and they really did lean in.”

The homeowners’ top-floor bedroom served as the launching point. The designers painted the walls a soft black with violet undertones, a shade

that lends dimension as it reads aubergine in the afternoon light that filters in from the westfacing balcony. Marigold and burgundy velvet bedding lends high-contrast depth, while a bouclé armchair balances the space with softness.

That bold scheme continues throughout. On the main floor, coral and rust rugs in the living room and adjacent dining area, respectively, “pull color out and forward,” Rak says. Deep slate-blue walls in these spaces echo the bedroom’s dynamic intensity, while a classic yet playful motif on the living room’s rug introduces some whimsy. “We tried to find a balance with color and unexpected moments while retaining a level of sophistication,” he continues.

Pattern also appears in the plaid stair runner, an “urban take on a classic country look,” Rak notes. It also nods to menswear, which strikes a chord for the wife. “I’m not a girly girl,” she says. “I lean toward a more masculine setting.” At the rear of the main floor, lighter shades of gray thread through the family room, where an oversize plaid ottoman echoes the runner. Overhead, the coffered ceiling is accented with a subtle woodveneer wallcovering, bringing in more warmth.

The space adjoins the kitchen, a room that spoke to the couple immediately. “The refrigerators have these beautiful wood paneled doors and brass handles,” the wife describes. “The first thing I said to Dan was, ‘I want a lot more of this.’ ” To that end, the team reconfigured the kitchen to accommodate both a larger butcher-block island and the pièce de résistance: a cobalt range. It serves as much more than just a pop of color. The wife loves to cook, and the family loves to eat— proof that the home is as much a reflection of their lifestyle as it is their design inclinations.

Settled in with her family now, the wife reflects on their return to color, their home rich in hues but also imbued with their life experiences, referencing their travels and even the early years of marriage. “In our first home, we tried to instill a lot of color,” she says, “so this is a kind of a coming back for us.” Adds Rak, “I don’t think their style changed that much—we just helped them find a higher expression.”

The homeowners fell in love with the exterior of this 2011 Lincoln Park townhouse because it blends in with the surrounding historic architecture. “They really made a stately home that fits in with the neighborhood,” the wife says.

Above: In the family room, designers Dan Rak and Emily Samano created an indulgent space for lounging with a sectional made by Urban Craft Custom Upholstery and a Verellen ottoman in a Pindler tartan. Covering the ceiling is a geometric wood-veneer wallpaper by Innovations.

Opposite: A rust-colored Feizy rug enriches the dining room, where a Chapman & Myers for Visual Comfort & Co. pendant from CAI Designs hangs above a table by Artistica Home. A timeless Pindler plaid upholsters the Fabricut chairs, and Benjamin Moore’s Westcott Navy coats the walls.

Fyrn counter stools and a La Cornue range thread the blue color palette into the kitchen. Pendant lights by Ralph Lauren for Visual Comfort & Co. illuminate the island and hood, both by NJR Woodworking.

“We tried to find a balance with color and unexpected moments while retaining a level of sophistication.”

–DAN RAK

Above: In the primary bedroom, Benjamin Moore’s Tulsa Twilight is highlighted by golden accents, such as the brass base of the Uttermost table and the sculpture above the fireplace. James Dunlop Textiles bouclé on the Ambella Home Collection chair adds warmth.

Opposite: Fabricated by Urban Craft Custom Upholstery, the bed wears an Osborne & Little velvet and is topped with Sferra linens, a marigold quilt from West Elm and a bolster pillow in a burgundy Pindler fabric. The Made Goods nightstand is paired with an Arteriors lamp.

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En Masse Architecture and Design

In the past few years, the role of home has shifted from end-of-day sanctuary to office, entertainment venue, playground, spa—you name it, someone is integrating it into their residence. As a result, wish lists abound with fresh techniques, features and aesthetic leanings.

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En Masse Architecture and Design

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Great design is the sum of many parts, players and passions. That’s something the awardwinning team at En Masse Architecture and Design understands instinctively. “We are a full-service architectural practice that specializes in custom residential and design-focused commercial and institutional projects,” says Mike Shively, the firm’s Principal. “From the collaborative way we create to the inspiration we find in the world at large, our designs take shape around real life and deliver both refined function and undeniable style.” That unique design perspective is reflected in their studio’s open door approach to new ideas and inspirations. “Located on a lively stretch of California Avenue in Chicago, our studio is built for hospitality,” Shively adds. “Whether we’re hosting our clients and collaborators or welcoming our neighbors, we thrive on fostering connections and a strong sense of community.”

A Collaborative Spirit

When asked how the client is included in their creative process, En Masse’s Design Director, Lucas Goldbach, explains, “Understanding each client’s priorities is the key to a successful project, so we make them an integral member of our design team. To achieve this goal, conversation, collaboration and ample research play an essential part in how we work. This allows us to establish design goals prior to forming preconceived notions or fixed ideas. We love the challenge a client presents when they come to us with a beloved collection, specific hobby or an idiosyncratic need that they would like to integrate into their home or environment. Incorporating the client’s wants, needs, visions and passions into our designs results in spaces that reflect who they are and the lifestyles they wish to lead.”

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“Today’s homeowners are asking for features that enhance their daily lives, such as the indoor-outdoor flexibility that four-season rooms provide,” Shively shares. “They also want ‘behind the scenes’ spaces like sculleries, butler’s pantries and back kitchens, which allow them to focus on entertaining while hiding mess and clutter. Finally, shying away from open-concept, many of our clients are seeking spaces that feel more intimate, personal and private.”

Top Classic form meets understated modern simplicity in this North Shore residence. Left Echoing the look and feel of the client’s second home in Colorado, this expansive North Shore space invites effortless living and entertaining.

Right Refined and relaxing, this Lincoln Park bath is a spa-inspired oasis.

Photography Aimée Mazzenga

Oakley Home Builders

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Flexible spaces are key, rooms tailored to hobbies and sports sit high on many wish lists, indoor-outdoor living continues to reign and the dedicated dining room is back—but with functional features and a casual feel. These are the top trends Steve Sobkowiak points to upon being asked what his firm—home building and large-scale renovation specialist Oakley Home Builders—is undertaking most frequently. Of course, while many clients desire those popular features, no two projects in the Oakley portfolio are quite the same. “With 20 years of experience and over 200 custom builds under our belt, we strive to bring each client’s dream vision to life,” Sobkowiak says. “The characteristic we hope they all share is that the end result makes their family’s day-to-day lives easier and more enjoyable.” They do just that, via a process that starts with in-depth conversations and overlooks nothing on the path to perfection.

Outdoors Year-Round

While homeowners in locales like Oakley’s second home of Naples, Florida, have long been prioritizing open-air living environments, the firm has noticed a desire to get creative for the same goals in Chicago. “Clients are looking to push the envelope and enjoy time outside for more months of the year,” Sobkowiak says. “We often help them create concepts with a pool and spa for summer weather, but covered porches and patios with multiple heat sources for cooler times.”

Enthusing On Exteriors

“Recently, we’ve seen timeless architecture resonating with a number of our clients,” Sobkowiak shares. “We are drawing inspiration from English Tudors, Colonials and cottage styles that have stood the test of time. For us, it’s exciting to see these beloved designs evolve and adapt to changing needs while still being rooted in tradition. One example is a double-gambrel home we created on a gorgeous sprawling lot here in the Midwest. The exterior has that quintessentially coastal character our clients envisioned and was finished with an idyllic pool house.”

Interior design by Amy Storm & Company.

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Top, Left + Right This charming exterior marries traditional gambrel rooflines with classic, coastal design elements. In the backyard, covered porches and balconies, a dedicated pool house and multiple seating areas make for the ultimate secluded retreat. Architecture by Richard Olsen of G.O. Architectural Design.

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Terrazzo & Marble Supply Companies

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Whether one is building from the ground up or renovating to bring more of their personality and preferences to an already beautiful home, there is one element of design that will undeniably be involved: stone. Other areas of crafting a high-end residence might be of more or less importance to any given homeowner, but stone is high on the list for everyone. After all, it defines the feel and function of central environments. Enter, Terrazzo & Marble Supply Companies. Design Channel Representative Aurelia Drozdzal elaborates on the company’s particular specialty: “Natural stone is a staple in every home. Whether it’s muted and delicate or bold and colorful, it is always a living part of the space.” Sales Representative Justyna Piwowarczyk jumps in with a tip on prioritizing: “Focusing on areas that are most frequently used in a home, like kitchens and bathrooms, is a surefire way to create fresh appeal. After all, the kitchen is the heart of the home!”

On-Point Perspective

Kamila Otten, Stone Division Sales Manager, shares the approach that today’s homeowners seem to be taking with their renovations. “We’ve seen those large, open spaces become smaller and more intimate. Warm color has entered back into the equation, catering to the sense of intimacy people are looking for. Our product offering, while diverse, aids in creating a cohesive, ‘works well with others’ sort of design throughout the home by mixing and matching different materials.”

T & M Trend Report

How are people incorporating stone in their homes? Drozdzal, Otten and Piwowarczyk weigh in.

• Using stone to create a statement piece within a space.

• Incorporating warm colors that cater to a more intimate feel.

• Book-matching natural stone and porcelain slabs to create a mirror-like image for larger surface areas.

• Mixing and matching marbles from floor to ceiling.

• Selecting materials that feature complex veining and bold colors— the more unique the better.

Far left A backsplash and range of Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Extra marble brings a wow factor to this exquisite kitchen. Top right What’s better than a beautiful kitchen window view? One surrounded by gorgeous Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Extra marble.

Photography Nate Sheets

Bottom right The mixed veining of Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Extra, fabricated by Carthage Stoneworks, ties in the different elements incorporated into this kitchen.

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ABC Stone

Since 1992, ABC Stone has aimed to meet the needs of the design industry in an ever-changing global market. By diversifying its material portfolio and service offerings, and providing its clients with a superior customer experience, ABC is redefining how the A&D industry conducts business.

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The Luxury Bed Collection

For 19-plus years, The Luxury Bed Collection has been educating its clientele on how to choose a mattress that will deliver life-changing sleep—an investment in one’s health. Discover this for yourself

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Kris Berger Group | Compass

Mycroft Row is a collection of 12 distinctive brick row homes on Burlington Avenue in downtown Clarendon Hills. This 2,750-square-foot residence was designed by Michael Abraham Architecture and features 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms, a 2-car attached garage, large outdoor terraces and an in-unit elevator.

630.975.0088 | krisbergergroup

Luca Lanzetta Group

Luca Lanzetta Group is opening a new showroom in River North at 311 West Superior Street, dedicated to the Antoniolupi brand. Discover the new Street collection, which was presented at Salone del Mobile in Milan last year.

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