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| AUGUST 2025
MINDSET Vacation
AS OUR SUMMER ISSUE BEGAN TO BLOOM, we found ourselves enchanted by projects designed as tranquil oases in a frenetic world. It seems the order of the day is fostering a vacation mindset at home, and what a perfect sentiment to celebrate this season. With escapism as our north star, we’ve assembled a summer issue that invites you to dive into a sea of inspiration lled with ideas for enjoying the ultimate at-home vacation—no suitcases or passports needed.
In every region of LUXE, it is evident that modern architecture is blurring the line between indoors and outdoors as more residences are being designed to integrate inhabitants with the surrounding landscape. Nature is the perfect place to unwind, which is why it takes center stage in our pages. You’ll nd bucolic properties with lush garden rooms, cozy guest quarters from New York to Southern California and alfresco entertaining ideas throughout.
If a remodel isn’t on your agenda this summer, we have a plethora of instant grati cation accessories to quickly transform your porch, deck or patio. Read on for vibrant enamelware, gem-hued outdoor lighting, the prettiest woven pool umbrella and much more.
In this and every issue, we feature eye-catching design from across America, and we are particularly excited to showcase a greater emphasis on the Hamptons in our Greater New York, The Hamptons + Connecticut issue, which embodies the essence of relaxation and indulgence. You can also see these projects on luxesource.com, along with more stunning abodes from coast to coast.
Whether your adventures take you near or far, we wish you a summer lled with beauty, serenity and joyful moments.
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Scene
The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.
Radar
Stan Dixon recalls the Kiawah Island courtyard he crafted as a Lowcountry love letter.
Nature-forward modern architecture sweeps across LUXE editions from coast to coast.
Visit posh guest quarters by McGrath II, Patina Home & Garden and Studio Gutow.
Architect Paul Wanzer’s own Seattle houseboat is where we all want to be this season.
Market
A selection of playful finds just in time for peak summer fun.
Designer hotels beckon travelers looking for a bespoke hospitality experience.
Read about the aesthetic behind Max Humphrey’s distinct product lines.
At a dreamy Napa Valley property, Peter Dunham shares his entertaining ethos.
Morris & Co.’ s iconic Arts and Crafts motifs are ready to go alfresco.
From sconces to lamps and lanterns, take your pick of lighting perfect for the outdoors.
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the Way
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With the Kiawah River as muse, a design team weaves earthy textures and colors into an organic modern residence.
Photography by Julia Lynn
Sweet Spot
Designer Aileen Jordan’s personal Fairhope, Alabama, home combines contemporary verve with cottage charms.
Skyward
A modern Charlotte penthouse is designed to revolve around a couple’s compelling art glass collection.
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2025 SOUTHEAST DESIGNERS & ARCHITECT OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS
Judged by Ellen McGauley, Executive Editor; interior designer Young Huh of Young Huh Interior Design; and architect Tim Barber of Tim Barber Architects, the awards were presented at a celebratory gala on April 24. The announcement of three winners, selected from 27 finalists, marked the culmination of three days of annual industry events known as DESIGN ADAC.
SCENE
WRITTEN BY KATE ABNEY | PRODUCED BY KRYSTAL RACANIELLO
FAB COLLABS
FROM RICHLY PATTERNED TILES TO BOLDLY COLORED TRIMS, THESE POWERHOUSE COLLECTIONS ARE CATCHING OUR EYE.
WRITTEN BY LAUREN GALLOW
Donghia x Artistic Tile
Known for its Italian-inspired textiles and upholstery, Donghia is bringing its retro feel to new parts of the home in its latest collaboration with Artistic Tile. “We thought their patterns and designs would translate well to tile,” explains Zachary Epstein, president and chief product officer of Artistic Tile. “Looking through the Donghia archives, there were many patterns that spoke to us.” Drawn to those with an elegant ’60s vibe, the team selected two heritage designs—Decadence (far right), a refined demilune, and Donghia’s signature Casino Royale (right) with lantern-like shapes that have been oversized in this tile incarnation. For the material, the team opted for mosaic tile in natural stone. “The colors have a warmth and softness that relates to the original fabrics, and mosaic tile has an old-world charm that expresses the patterns in a way befitting of their heritage,” Epstein says. The timeless craftsmanship of mosaic offers a striking contrast to these highly graphic patterns, making for tiles with a bold, stylish appeal. “Donghia inhabits a rich intersection of style and culture, and is known for its seductive glamour,” Epstein adds. “We’re excited to see these patterns live in spaces they never could as fabrics.” artistictile.com; kravet.com/donghia
Samuel & Sons x Elizabeth Ashdown
Once the adornment of royalty, today the art of passementerie is available to one and all. This heritage craft of elaborate trimmings—like tassels, braids and fringes—dates back centuries, and Samuel & Sons is one of the few companies continuing the intricate art form. For their collaboration with London-based Elizabeth Ashdown, the company sought to celebrate the passementerie artist’s proclivity for punchy colors and modern patterns, a vibrancy embodied in the collection’s name: Kaleidoscope. “Collaborating with Samuel & Sons felt like a natural evolution,” Ashdown says. “It was an opportunity to push the boundaries of what decorative trimmings can be while celebrating the artistry and tactile beauty that makes passementerie so special.” With every piece representing hours of meticulous handwork, each cord, braid and fringe in the collection is a colorful work of art. And while the craft itself may be ancient, Ashdown’s collection is decidedly modern, with playful pompoms and geometric cretes finding expression in brilliant primary colors.
“I wanted to showcase its potential to transform a space with bold, contemporary flair,” she explains. “It’s about creating a meaningful connection between art, craft and everyday life.” samuelandsons.com; @ashdowntextiles
NEW IN TOWN KRAVET WORKSPACE
Birmingham designers have gained a vibrant hub for sourcing everything needed to complete a beautiful room at the new Kravet Workspace. Found at Pepper Place, one of the city’s most dynamic design destinations, the 3,200-square-foot boutique is custom tailored—and exquisitely layered—to fit the tastes of this stylish Alabama community. “Bringing showrooms into cities that haven’t traditionally had a to-the-trade center helps designers be more efficient,” says Savannah Amerson, Kravet’s VP of regional sales. The workspace acts as a one-stop shop, going beyond textiles to offer furniture, lighting, carpets and more. Pros will find familiar Southern brands like Charlotte-based Caroline Cecil Textiles and Atlanta’s Holland MacRae alongside icons such as GP&J Baker and Brunschwig & Fils. Fresh arrivals include Kravet Couture’s handwoven Terrain and modernist Art District prints, plus Lee Jofa’s colorful new collaboration with Lilly Pulitzer. Spacious worktables and a sample library prioritize function as much as inspiration, ensuring seamless sourcing and collaboration. Concludes Amerson, “It’s a community center to gather, network, learn and discover.” A Charleston locale at The Navy Yard arrives this August. kravet.com
RETAIL THERAPY
ESTELLE COLORED GLASS
After returning to the Lowcountry with her family in 2010, former attorney Stephanie Summerson Hall went on to launch her wildly popular tabletop brand, Estelle Colored Glass, in 2020. Inspired by memories of family dinners, her Polish-produced line ranges from wine glasses to cake stands in of-the-moment colorways. Now, she’s debuted a flagship storefront on Charleston’s King Street, artfully appointed by New York-based firm Workstead. Housed in an octagonal turret at The Charleston Place hotel, the shop is a jewel box of refined millwork, veined marble and backlit displays that highlight Hall’s kaleidoscope of wares. Below, she tells LUXE what we can look forward to next. estellecoloredglass.com
Why was now the time to open a brick-and-mortar? We have nearly 250 wholesale accounts nationwide, including big-box retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom. But seeing the excitement of other entrepreneurs opening stores was contagious. It felt like time to create a space of our own.
Any new releases? We already offer 22 colors of stemware, but you can look for a color-block collection this summer, along with a margarita set and several pastel-colored pieces. We’re also adding bowls, and by spring 2026, we aim to introduce dinner and salad plates. We’re retiring a few less-loved colors to make way for new items and hues, including a possible small run of olive green.
Which pieces would be perfect for a summer soiree? The mint green, white and all of our pastel lowball glasses are perfect for the season. Mint is so versatile—it pairs well with so many palettes. Our neutrals, like amber and gray smoke, have a more casual feel, perfect for a relaxed summer setting.
SHOWROOM SPOTLIGHT
ADRIANA HOYOS
As Adriana Hoyos builds momentum in the luxury furniture space, the renowned Ecuadorian brand has debuted a dazzling new High Point headquarters. On the heels of its flagship opening in Coral Gables, Florida, this striking showroom in the heart of the Hamilton Wrenn Design District marks a bold step in the company’s U.S. expansion. Spanning 6,500 square feet, the glamorous space boasts curated displays for all 13 of Hoyos’ fashion-forward, timeless and precision-crafted collections— incorporating rich materials like leather, natural stone, metal and fine veneers. Completing the immersive experience is a dramatic new wallcovering installation by Orlean, a longtime partner to the brand, enhancing the visual impact. “This opening represents a strategic milestone for us,” cofounder and interior designer Adriana Hoyos shares. “As we approach our 30 th anniversary, this permanent presence in High Point strengthens our connection to the design community.” Not to be missed is the newly launched Amazonika outdoor collection, while the highly anticipated Origen collection arrives in September. adrianahoyos.com
TALKING SHOP
THE IRON GATE
Known for her comfortable, layered interiors and love of European antiques, Tennessee designer Rozanne Jackson brings a sense of ease and storytelling to every project. Her creative eye extends to two design shops dubbed The Iron Gate—one in Franklin, the other in Nashville—where her sourcing talents shine. Here, Jackson shares personal insights and a few finds perfect for summer. theirongateonline.net
What’s your personal style?
I love mixing textures, metal finishes and found objects with a sense of history. I think it’s important to have pieces around you with patina. I don’t design by formula. Rooms shouldn’t feel too
perfect; if you love something, you’ll find a place for it.
How do your two locations differ? The Nashville showroom is trade-driven, with larger pieces from brands like Lee Industries and Verellen. It also doubles as my design studio, where I share space with my husband, architect Glen Oxford. Franklin is more retail-focused, with accessories, antique mirrors and chandeliers.
And the latest arrivals? We’re thrilled about our hand-painted paper lights by Parisian artist Nathanaëlle Lobjoy. We also have handblown Sempre glassware from Poland and taper candles by Ester & Erik in Denmark. Every summer, we stock farm-raised coral and display it like an underwater scene. Concrete candles by Mon Dada, which burn forever, are also available at both stores.
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ATLANTA ARCHITECT STAN DIXON REFLECTS ON THE MATERIAL MEDLEY BEHIND A KIAWAH ISLAND PROJECT THAT SPEAKS TO ITS LOWCOUNTRY LOCALE.
AS TOLD TO KATE ABNEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIC PIASECKI/OTTO
Composing a retreat on Kiawah Island for designer Jackye Lanham, my longtime friend and collaborator, felt very much like a natural extension of our shared love for the area. We both have worked extensively in and around Charleston, so we were drawn to materials that reflect the historical architecture of the coast.
The house and garden structures are built from tabby—an aggregate of mortar and shells used in the Lowcountry since the 1600s. The material was originally structural, not decorative, but it has this extraordinary texture that feels right at home on a barrier island. For contrast, we incorporated handmade Charleston brick—its gray-brown coloring reminiscent of the bark of a live oak, or the pluff mud of Charleston’s salt marshes.
We spent a lot of time designing the courtyard, which is central to the home’s
layout, and were very intentional about the gate. Rather than wood, we chose wrought iron—light in profile and historically resonant for the Lowcountry. Collaboration with a local ironworker produced a design that feels early 1800s in spirit, not overly ornamental, but softened with a repeating circle motif.
Jackye found the 12-foot antique metal trough, repurposed here as a fountain basin, while landscape architect Glen Gardner sourced the bronze spouts. This component adds a beautiful sound of trickling water and nods to our idea of the home rising from the remnants of an old stable block. Final touches include the copper gas lanterns and sculptural pieces sourced by Jackye, such as garden statuary and the zinc pedestal table. The result is a space that feels rooted in its setting, quietly storied and timeless in style. dsdixonarchitect.com, jackyelanham.com
Architect Stan Dixon collaborated with designer Jackye Lanham on her enchanting Kiawah Island home and property. In the courtyard, Lanham’s elegant collections of glass and linen reflect the ease with which she and her husband use their outdoor spaces.
Outside IN
LUXE’s bird’s-eye view on American design reveals sublime modern architecture built to embrace nature’s bounty.
PRODUCED BY GRACE BEULEY HUNT
“The objective was to erase the distinction between interior and exterior, throwing focus on the lakeside bluff siting (above). To enhance a sense of calm, we made the home acoustically quiet so that the sounds of waves hitting the beach or wind in the meadow were what the clients heard.”
-Larry Booth, boothhansen.com
“This home is thoughtfully designed to highlight views and maximize natural light. Framed by exterior walls clad in limestone, this doubleheight stair volume (top right) features a decorative screen of glass channels that shift in appearance from day to night, offering layered transparency and diffused sunshine.”
-Svend Fruit, bodronfruit.com
“The intent was to keep this gallery space (right) neutral and clean so that you are immediately drawn to the desert and mountain range beyond. The building is merely a tool for allowing the clients to enjoy the serenity of the canyon it is located in, protecting them from the climate, while also enjoying the beauty of the surroundings.”
-Scott Carson, cosanstudio.com
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“Throughout the project, this was never referred to as the ‘living room.’ Instead, we always called it the ‘view room’ (left). The perimeter is predominantly glass to invite the ocean into the space. The coolness of the sea is contrasted by the warmth of the old-growth redwood paneling that lines the interior.”
-Brad Krefman, bkinteriordesign.com
“Whether the owners are hosting in their great room or soaking in the primary bathroom’s sculptural freestanding tub (below) watching eagles fly by, this house is the epitome of waterfront living. It offers a peaceful, luxurious and comfortable lifestyle that is an effortless extension of its stunning lakeside surroundings.”
-Christopher Tellone, mcclellan-tellone.com
“This midcentury-inspired home celebrates Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle—as seen at this interior ‘elbow’ with courtyard views (below left). The material palette reinforces the Zen architecture and creates a calm haven for relaxing.”
-Mark Kirkhart, designarc.net
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In upstate New York, Studio McGrath designed a mountain escape with Joan Heaton Architects that boasts sweeping views and interiors that are both relaxed and inviting.
UPSTATE ABODE
Mother-and-daughter design duo Suzanne and Lauren McGrath knew that the interiors of their clients’ mountain retreat in the Adirondacks needed to speak to its surroundings. “The house has such beautiful views from every angle, so we wanted that to take center stage,” says Lauren. “We chose soft, painterly colors and a neutral backdrop to let the outside in.” The eggshell, seafoam and taupe hues yield muted backdrops for a collection of vintage rattan, wicker and twig furniture appropriate to the area, giving the spaces a layered, collected effect. For both the homeowners and their guests (they entertain throughout the summer and play host to an annual family reunion), comfort was paramount: “You can sink into the furniture and relax,” she notes. As such, they outfitted guest rooms in a variety of ways. One features a pair of twin beds, a must in a vacation house, Suzanne maintains, while another has a simple upholstered bed with an Indian blanket at the foot. The designers particularly like to use vintage blankets and coverlets in guest spaces. “It’s an inviting accessory and adds color and pattern,” says Suzanne. “They don’t have to match—it throws things off a little and feels timeless.” The designers also suggest outfitting rooms with a desk and cozy chair for lounging. Adds Lauren, “It’s always nice to have a bookshelf stocked with easy reads, a nice glass on the bedside table and fresh flowers.” For them, small, thoughtful details create a welcoming landing spot away from home. mcgrath2.com
COUNTRY IDYLL
“The idea was a deconstructed house,” architect Steve Giannetti says of the vision for the Franklin, Tennessee, property he shares with his wife and designer, Brooke. “The guest rooms are separate from the main house and entertainment space, so it feels like its own selfcontained world.” While the buildings share a palette that references the greens and earth tones of the gardens around the couple’s 1850s log cabin, the guest quarters make visitors feel transported. “It was inspired by our travels to the Cotswolds, and the quirky places we’ve stayed,” says Brooke. While the open layout feels modern, antique barn wood frames the ceiling; the hearth is clad with rough-hewn stone; Inchyra textiles from Scotland cover the walls and ceiling; and the roll-arm sofa and Gustavian chairs would feel right at home in a cozy English cottage. To welcome visitors, says Steve, “There are always fresh eggs and flowers with pottery from our studio.” There’s even an extra car for guests to use. “It gives them a layer of independence,” says Brooke, and allows guests “the chance to feel what it’s like to live here.” patinahomeandgarden.com
COZY CORNER
“We wanted it to feel like a warm hug, so everything is very cozy and indestructible,” designer Melissa Rohani says of the multipurpose pool and guest house on her clients’ Ventura County, California, property. She and her partner at Studio Gutow, Lisa Berman, opted for warm, earthy shades with durable tongue-andgroove Douglas fir ceilings, flagstone flooring and raw wood cabinetry that underscores an overall rustic feeling. The relaxed vibe extends to the furnishings, which are mostly vintage and intended for heavy use. “The clients love that their guests don’t have to worry about putting a coaster down or a popsicle spilling on the floor,” says Rohani, who adds, “Everything is uber functional to fit as much in as tiny a space as possible.” The kitchen island, for instance, doubles as a table and can be moved outside for gatherings or for overnight guests to use for work. “Visitors need to have a spot other than a bed,” notes the designer. But when it does come to the bed, the designer advises, “If you can fit a king size, you should.” studiogutow.com
HOPE FLOATS
ON SEATTLE’S PORTAGE BAY, A DESIGN TEAM CREATES A LONG-DREAMED-ABOUT HOUSEBOAT.
WRITTEN BY MARY
JO BOWLING
For Paul Wanzer of Hoshide Wanzer Architects + Interiors, designing his own houseboat was a dream realized. “I grew up in Seattle,” he says. “For many people here, living on the water is the ideal.” When Wanzer and his wife took the plunge, they found a partner in Ren Chandler of Dyna Builders, a firm experienced with the style. “Houseboats are in the fabric of the Northwest, and people have a romantic nostalgia about them,” Chandler notes. “You must love them to build them, they are a special kind of challenge.”
The modernist Wanzer floating home isn’t the rustic dwelling you might picture. For privacy, the front façade is composed of black HardiePanel, two runs of narrow clerestory windows, and an oversized sliding door made with strips of cedar. Inside, glass walls wrap the rear exterior to capture water views. “It’s a constant parade of sailboats, kayaks and marine life,” says Wanzer. And when the family wants solitude, they simply pull exterior wood shutters over the glass. It’s a case of reality living up to the fantasy and as Wanzer explains, “I look at the view and pinch myself to make sure I’m not dreaming.” hw-architects.com, dyna.builders
A floating home designed by architect Paul Wanzer and constructed by Dyna Builders is shielded on the front by sliding wood screens (below). The back of the home is lined with glass to take in dazzling views of Portage Bay.
WELCOME TO THE STONE SLAB MECCA
Imagine a showroom where gorgeous displays of nature abound at every turn, with on-the-spot pricing and state-of-the-art features. This is precisely what Encore Stone Studio is aiming to bring homeowners and design pros alike in its new Atlanta, Georgia, space. As a leading directto-consumer stone supplier in the U.S., Encore is setting a new industry standard for price transparency and customer experience. “We are the only ones selling stone direct to consumers,” says Vinny Tavares, Founder and CEO. “This approach empowers them to make informed decisions, free from the confusion often associated with large home improvement purchases.” Encore also supports designers and industry pros through a program that offers rebates and special discounts.
Top This kitchen project by JLV Creative features a hood and island made from 2-centimeter Copacabana granite. Bottom Encore’s new Atlanta showroom showcases all slabs in an art gallery style, designed for an optimal touring experience. Opposite Designed by JLV Creative, this powder bath shows off beautiful Bianco Superiore quartzite.
“ WE ARE EAGER TO GROW AS A RESOURCE
FOR ATLANTA’S FABULOUS DESIGN SCENE.”
A NEW KIND OF SHOWROOM
The new showroom is designed to align with the innovative benefits Encore brings to its clients. “Featuring a sophisticated, climate-controlled environment, each space is designed to maintain optimal conditions for both the stone slabs and those viewing them,” Tavares says. “We display the slabs on a canvas, so you can get a clear view of the stone’s features in the best possible lighting.” Encore’s newest showroom has officially opened its doors in Atlanta, quickly establishing itself as a standout destination within the local design community. Showcasing its premium slabs in a striking, art gallery-style setting, the space offers a visually immersive experience that highlights the natural beauty of each material. With thoughtfully curated displays and a focus on design inspiration, the showroom has already become a go-to resource for designers seeking both quality and creativity.
Photography Top + Opposite by AIR Design Photography; Bottom by Caitlin Ravn Maselli
DISCOVERIES
eggersmann USA
Inspired by nature, the eggersmann Nami Island kitchen, designed with Yabu Pushelberg, embodies organic elegance. Its sculptural form and seamless stone surface balance artistry and function, creating a serene, sophisticated focal point for modern living. eggersmannusa.com
Newport Brass
The new Taft pull-down faucet by Newport Brass® pairs timeless, traditional design with solid brass construction and an intuitive trigger spray, offering versatile, elegant functionality in over 20 decorative finishes. newportbrass.com
Scavolini
Designed by Luca Nichetto, Jeometrica is a furniture solution by Scavolini characterized by the study and development of graphic design shapes and lines, where memory and innovation merge harmoniously. scavolini.com
DESIGNER FANS SHOP NOW
SEAN LAVIN ADLER 60" CEILING FAN IN AGED PEWTER HOUSING WITH LIGHT GREY WEATHERED OAK BLADES VISUALCOMFORT.COM
LUXE is leaning into ALL THINGS SUMMER with beautiful outdoor fabrics and entertaining ideas, must-see hotels and a wish list of finds that DELIVER ON COOL FACTOR .
SPLASH zone
DIVE INTO THESE PRETTY POOLSIDEINSPIRED PRODUCTS PERFECT FOR A STYLISH SUMMER SPENT OUTSIDE. PRODUCED BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON
HANG TEN Los Angeles-based artist and illustrator Mary Matson’s line of wallpapers and fabrics, created exclusively for Temple Studio, is a playful ode to summer, as evident in the Surf Peeps wallpaper that's perfect for a beachside escape. templestudiony.com
TOWEL OFF Leave it to Weezie to deliver on fun towel motifs for the season with a collection of scalloped, Palm Beach-inspired floral patterns in collaboration with designer Meg Braff. weezietowels.com
SUNNY SEAT The Woven outdoor collection from Douglas & Douglas has the appearance of woven wicker, but is actually made of 100% recyclable fibrecane, making it durable against the elements in a range of shades, including Marigold. ngalatrading.com
LIGHT SOURCE Zafferano America’s cordless, outdoorfriendly Poldina Pro lamp can move about and brighten up tabletops that are far from an outlet. A fun addition? Handpainted, striped ceramic shades that slip over the model’s existing aluminum shade. zafferanoamerica.com
GROUND COVER Handwoven in London using high-performance silicone, Shore’s range of Mats offer the utmost comfort underfoot, while being heatproof, UVresistant, and available in a variety of covetable colors, such as this Lime shore-studios.com
MADE FOR SHADE The Regency Double Decker Umbrella in Cabana Blue Stripe by Santa Barbara Designs adds a bold statement to poolside hangs, complete with a crisp white-fringe trim. santabarbaradesigns.com colorway.
LUXE LOUNGER Molteni’s new outdoor collection, Pantalica, designed in collaboration with Italian designer Elisa Ossino, is named after the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sicily. The sculptural, cylindrical cushion construction and chunky aluminum base nods to the rocky outcrop setting in Southern Italy. moltenigroup.com
Paint that painting experts trust.
Wall: Indi Go-Go CSP-565, Regal® Select, Eggshell
Trim: Indi Go-Go CSP-565, Regal® Select, Satin
California Dreaming
Design changes everything.
Every moment becomes more if you dare to design it. Presenting the Veil®
smart toilet in Honed Black, starring creative director Laura Kim.
Texas designer Chad Dorsey was tapped to refresh Primland Resort, an Auberge property located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, where he focused on communal spaces like the cozy and welcoming Lodge, shown here. aubergeresorts.com, chaddorseydesign.com
Clockwise from top right: Prairie Plaid Wallcovering in Beige on Light Blue / Price upon request / phillipjeffries.com Odile Lamp by Julie Terestman / Price upon request / lizobrien.com Solana Lounge Chair with Neil Zuleta / Price upon request / quintushome.com Mariner Cabinet / Price upon request / us.julianchichester.com Soup Bowl in Prune / $44 / eastfork.com Blue Branches Tray by Anūt Cairo / $198 / goodeeworld.com
Shades and Lighting
Part of a home ecosystem. Designed by Lutron.
MAX EFFECT
DESIGNER MAX HUMPHREY IS EMBRACING HIS PACIFIC NORTHWEST SURROUNDINGS TO DEVELOP COVETABLE PRODUCT LINES.
WRITTEN BY SARAH SHELTON
In a sea of neutral bouclé sameness, Max Humphrey is a breath of fresh mountain air. The Portland, Oregonbased interior and product designer’s penchant for Americana aesthetics and nostalgic references sets him apart from the pack. This signature style is at the heart of Humphrey’s new collections with Sunbrella performance fabrics and Crow Canyon enamelware—both of which were driven by a desire to create the types of pieces he seeks out for his own projects. So, on the heels of his debut line with Sunbrella in 2023 (available exclusively through Pindler), the designer assessed what he found himself reaching for most and how the line could grow to include even more gingham, classic stripes, easy plaids and forest-inspired motifs.
In a seamless crossover, gingham is also at the forefront of his Crow Canyon tableware collection. “While I present in a more Paci c Northwest or lodge style, I made everything so it could lean preppy or more transitional,” points out Humphrey, who takes pride in getting the scale and coloring just right, along with the silhouette of what he lovingly refers to as “cowboy flower” botanicals. “I’m learning that I don’t have to hold back in terms of quirkiness,” says Humphrey. “If I water things down, it doesn’t work. Authenticity is what people want.” pindler.com, sunbrella.com, crowcanyonhome.com, maxhumphrey.com
A mug and dinner plate Max Humphrey designed for Crow Canyon mixes effortlessly with performance fabrics from his second line with Sunbrella for Pindler, including Little Gingham, Pacific Plaid and Lodge Stripe.
SEE THROUGH HIS EYES
SWEET SUMMER
DESIGNER PETER DUNHAM MAKES THE CASE FOR CRAFTING ELEVATED OUTDOOR SPACES THAT DRAW EVERYONE TOGETHER.
WRITTEN BY KELLY PHILLIPS BADAL
“Especially in California, there are so many opportunities outdoors to create inviting areas I like to call ‘come hither’ spaces,” quips Peter Dunham. That kind of irresistible draw is exactly what the Los Angelesbased designer strives for in all his work, no matter the locale—and it’s certainly an ethos personified by this soiree-ready alfresco dining “piazza” in Yountville. Featured in his debut book, The World of Peter Dunham, the elongated double-table setup is situated on the grounds of a former 19th-century working farm, and is ringed by mature oaks and sycamores. The dual tables allow seating to vary from intimate to large gatherings, and by placing them parallel to a rustic stone wall—part of a larger outdoor living area created by landscape architect Scott
Lewis—“they feel grounded and connected, like they belong in this poetic place,” explains Dunham. He envisioned the spot as a destination for casually elegant luncheons or summertime suppers. Colorful roses snipped from the estate’s gardens fill a collection of blue-and-white vases, which the designer placed atop paisley print outdoor fabric from his Peter Dunham Textiles line. (A passionate host, Dunham’s first dedicated tabletop collection, in collaboration with Hudson Grace, recently debuted). The pattern-onpattern effect is spirited and delightfully unfussy. “Successful design is a sort of sublimination,” Dunham observes. “As in, you don’t realize why a space makes you feel good, but it activates your senses—and then it just does.” peterdunham.com
Designer Peter Dunham paired his own textile collection’s Samarkand outdoor fabric with Hudson Grace linen napkins in a breezy Napa Valley setting.
Hollywood at Home indoor-outdoor chairs line the two dining tables.
Meaningful Design to Inspire People’s Lives
SILESTONE | DEKTON | SENSA
hollywoodathome.com
Mori Glass Hand-Blown Striped Tumblers / $350 for four abask.com
Colorblock Embroidered Linen Napkins / $160 for four misettetable.com
Sanderson Ceramic Vase / $89 markandgraham.com
Pretty Perch
Indoor/Outdoor Pouf in Asha Textile by Peter Dunham / $1,200
Sleek Service
Painted Border Dinner Plate with Kashmir Paisley Salad and Appetizer Plates by Peter Dunham x Hudson Grace / From $28 each hudsongracesf.com
Fine Lines
Glowy Glassware
Floral Frenzy
FLORA & FAUNA
IMBUED WITH THE ROMANCE OF AN ENGLISH GARDEN, MORRIS & CO.’S FIRST WOVEN OUTDOOR TEXTILE COLLECTION CELEBRATES THE BEAUTY OF NATURE AND PAYS HOMAGE TO THE ENDURING LEGACY OF THE ARTS AND CRAFTS MOVEMENT.
Clockwise from top: Bird & Anemone Weave in Sage. Thistle Weave in Hares Coat. Hammersmith Woven Stripe in Teal. Thistle Weave in Teal. Amble in Standan Clay. Amble in Wheat. Acorn Weave in Moss. wmorrisandco.com
PHOTO: COURTESY MORRIS & CO.
LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN IS TURNING 20!
To mark this milestone, LUXE is presenting Visionaries—a special program showcasing the stories of designers and brands who are defining—and redefining—residential design.
In our November/December issue, LUXE will present these champions of groundbreaking design, innovation and craftsmanship in “The Story of Home.”
A special thanks to our current Visionaries partners: Adriana Hoyos (Miami), California Closets (Miami), D'Amore Interiors (Colorado), Drewett Works (Arizona), Eichholtz (Los Angeles), Fabricut, Kat Black Interiors (Dallas), Pittet Architecturals (Dallas), The Luxury Bed Collection (Chicago + Dallas) and Walker Zanger.
A KITCHEN THAT IS THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED, ARTFULLY CRAFTED AND EXPERTLY OUTFITTED HAS THE POWER TO ELEVATE THE EVERYDAY.
Achieving this delicate balance requires a design expert with a collaborative approach to creating unique kitchen environments. These comprehensive spaces should not only inspire the family chef, but provide the perfect place for doing homework, playing games, relaxing with a glass of wine or healthy snack and entertaining guests. That is why we at AjMadison are proud to present the Kitchen Design Collective.
Showcasing the remarkable work of some of our most celebrated and accomplished design partners, the Kitchen Design Collective combines their unique creative genius and affinity for function with our exceptional inventory of world-class brands, unmatched expertise, extensive product knowledge and white-glove service. Turn the page to see what Brenda Thompson of HouseLift Design and AjMadison accomplished in Atlanta.
and inspiring,
A Cutting-Edge Classic
EXPERT DESIGN SKILLS AND A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH RESULTED IN A KITCHEN WHERE TIMELESS STYLE MEETS STATE-OF-THE-ART FUNCTION.
Arguably the most important space in any home, the kitchen is where loved ones create, connect and make lasting memories. With that in mind, Brenda Thompson, Owner and Principal Designer at HouseLift Design, keeps her focus on the client. “With a portfolio that spans historic updates to new construction, we specialize in full-scale renovations, furnishings and styling,” she says. “Our mission is to create homes that reflect our clients’ stories, support their lifestyles and bring them joy.”
HERITAGE MEETS A-HA!
Entrusted with the redesign of a stunning vintage home in Atlanta’s North Druid Hills neighborhood, Thompson and her award-winning team began by asking questions and listening deeply so they could bring their clients’ wants, needs and visions to life through thoughtful design. “With this project, our goal was to preserve the dwelling’s original character while introducing modern functionality,” Thompson shares. “The result is a layered, cohesive home that feels both elegant and effortless.”
BEAUTIFULLY BLENDED
Casting an expert design eye on the kitchen, Thompson and her team conceived and created a warm and intentional space by mixing timeless, traditional elements with clean, contemporary materials. When it was time to choose the ideal appliances, she and the homeowners decided on pieces by Café. “This suite of Café appliances integrates seamlessly with the kitchen’s overall design, while supporting the day-to-day needs and religious requirements of a busy family that keeps kosher.”
This Café double wall oven brings professional culinary power home.
GE’s smart range hood is strong, silent and wonderfully discrete.
Elegant
Café’s smart gas range makes cooking a pure joy.
A LASTING IMPRESSION
As a recent AjMadison partner, Brenda Thompson shares her initial impressions on working with their knowledgeable and caring team of experts.
Why is AjMadison your go-to team?
Since discovering AjMadison, they’ve become our trusted appliance partner thanks to their unmatched inventory, exceptional expertise and dedication to service.
How long have you been working with AjMadison? We’ve collaborated with AjMadison on several projects now, and every time the experience has been outstanding.
Jeff Dauby and the AjMadison team bring deep product knowledge, a problem-solving mindset and a commitment to getting every detail right. With their wide selection of brands and thoughtful guidance, AjMadison helps us find the perfect appliance solutions that fit both the form and function of our designs.
Talk about the appliances you included in this project and why they felt right. The client was drawn to Café appliances for their design flexibility, reliable performance and smart, purposeful features. Their customizable hardware and finishes allowed us to tailor the aesthetic, while key functions— like Sabbath Mode and dual-zone layout—were essential to supporting their lifestyle and beliefs.
Share some of the unique design and engineering features of the appliances you chose. From smart technology integration to precision cooking and user-friendly interfaces— all wrapped in a modern, styleforward package—Café appliances deliver on all fronts.
What sets AjMadison apart after a purchase has been made? With white-glove delivery, professional installation and reliable postpurchase support, AjMadison goes above and beyond.
Beautiful and Smart
MEET THE APPLIANCES THAT HAVE GOOD LOOKS AND INTELLIGENT FEATURES.
Café 36-Inch Counter-Depth
French Door Smart Refrigerator
Style-forward and feature-rich, this counter-depth French door refrigerator offers customizable finishes, smart technology and a sleek interior layout designed for the modern entertainer.
$3,863; SKU: Café CYE22TP4MW2
Café 30-Inch Slide-In Gas Smart Range
With its edge-to-edge cooktop and bold brushed brass accents, this 30-inch gas smart range offers powerful performance and striking style in one beautifully built package.
$2,793; SKU: Café CGS700P4MW2
GE Cabinet Insert Smart Range Hood
Discreet yet dynamic, this smart cabinet insert range hood blends seamlessly into custom cabinetry while delivering strong ventilation and Wi-Fi-enabled control for a streamlined cooking environment.
$729; SKU: GE UVC9300SLSS
Café 24-Inch Fully Integrated Smart Dishwasher
This fully integrated smart dishwasher combines sleek, minimalist design with ultra-quiet performance and advanced cleaning technology—perfect for kitchens where elegance meets efficiency.
$1,746; SKU: Café CDT888P4VW2
The AjMadison Connection
“At HouseLift Design, we believe in creating homes that feel as good as they look,” Thompson says. “Because collaboration is a key aspect of that mission, our partnerships are extremely important to us. Working alongside AjMadison has been a great experience because it allows us to bring more value and confidence to our clients. And being part of the AjMadison Kitchen Design Collective is a true honor because it helps to connect us with a community of like-minded designers and gives us access to industry innovations and insights. We’re proud to be affiliated with a partner who shares our values of quality, service and creating thoughtful, elevated spaces.”
“ Since discovering AjMadison, they’ve become our trusted appliance partner thanks to their unmatched inventory, deep expertise and dedication to service.”
“ With white-glove delivery, professional installation and reliable
Brenda Thompson, Owner and Principal Designer at HouseLift Design
LIVING
KITCHEN + BATH
Tour A MAJESTIC VINEYARD PROPERTY whose alfresco emphasis celebrates its quintessential California setting. Plus, TIMELY MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS for the kitchen and bath.
Rustic
A design team finds inspiration in the patina of Healdsburg for a home that encourages connection with the outdoors.
WRITTEN BY LAUREN GALLOW
REFINEMENT
photo: paul dyer.
Landscape firm Lucas & Lucas worked with Surround Architecture to create levels of outdoor living, including terraced gardens, a firepit area and a pool house. A striking reclaimed log from a local slab yard and a metal dish fountain double as sculptures.
An appreciation for handmade elements defines the kitchen, where quartzite counters and white-oak cabinetry are accented by House of Rohl fixtures and Sossego barstools. The outdoor dining area cantilevers over the yard and is capped by a corten steel pergola above RH furniture.
photos: paul dyer.
Set in Stone
After spending an enjoyable evening with Healdsburg, California, clients on the patio of their 1970s ranch home, architect Dale Hubbard couldn’t help but feel enchanted.
“As the day turned to evening, I was struck by the site’s combination of long vistas across Dry Creek Valley, a Jack pine forest running up the hill, and its own vineyard,” recalls Hubbard, founder of Colorado-based Surround Architecture. “This experience became the driving force for the project, inspiring us to create a seamless connection between interior and exterior.”
After discussing various renovation approaches, Hubbard and the project team, including general contractor John Rechin of Total Concepts, decided to bring the aging structure down to the foundation and design a new residence atop it, with the addition of an open-air pool house.
“Everything we did was inspired by the agrarian character of the area,” explains Kyle Greenhill, a designer at Surround.
In plan, the home is oriented toward valley views, stepping down from the open living area to a covered outdoor kitchen, firepit, pool pavilion and vineyard designed in concert with landscape firm, Lucas & Lucas. “The client had this idea of ‘pajama gardening,’” recalls Hubbard. “She wanted to be able to get up in the morning and move seamlessly outside to tend to her plants.”
Inside, materials like honey-toned hemlock and blackened steel lend a sense of history, which the couple appreciated in their favorite Healdsburg haunts and wanted to emulate within their own home.
“We drew a lot of inspiration from the town and its maker culture,” says designer Jesse Brew of Surround. White-oak cabinetry and a patinated range hood in the kitchen were fabricated by local artisans while aged limestone masonry, similar in color to the local soil, unifies the kitchen, deck and pool house bathroom. Notes Hubbard, “this creates architecture that feels like it belongs.” surroundarchitecture.com, lucas-lucas.com, totalconcepts.net
ASPEN AIR
The goal was clear for celebrated kitchen designer Mick De Giulio: make his client’s Aspen kitchen a real showstopper by creating a connection to the outdoors and capitalizing on the sweeping mountain views. Working in lockstep with said client and collaborator, Houston-based interior designer Cherie Hassenflu, the duo surely succeeded. A vaulted ceiling and large Arcadia Custom picture window frame the postcard-worthy backdrop,
A COLORADO VACATION HOME LOOKS TO ITS SURROUNDINGS TO INFLUENCE ITS INTERIORS. WRITTEN BY SARAH SHELTON
accented by De Giulio Collection distressed silver cabinetry, Belgian bluestone floors and an apropos antler chandelier. The materials, says De Giulio, weren’t dictated, but rather selected by instinct and feel. In warmer months, a sliding door makes way for easy access to the outdoor kitchen and entertaining area.
“The floorplan is almost completely open—it’s how I would want to live,” admits De Giulio. degiuliodesign.com
Kitchen designer Mick De Giulio partnered with interior designer Cherie Hassenflu of Savant Design Group on her Colorado kitchen, and collaborated with architect Bill Pollock of Zone 4 Architects, general contractor Chris Trautner of Trautner-Long Construction, and landscape designer Gyles Thornely on the project at large. The space boasts a paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator and Wolf range.
NATURAL MUSE
TIMELESS APPEAL IS FOUND THROUGH ORGANIC MATERIALS IN ELEVATED ENVIRONMENTS.
WRITTEN BY SARAH
SHELTON
SERENE SOAK
WRJ Design created the ultimate indoor-outdoor oasis for one lucky client situated on 35 acres of scenic Jackson Hole terrain. There’s no question that the stunning Teton setting was a source of inspiration for the home’s lowerlevel terrace, where a wood-surround spa is framed by sandstone walls and a border of stones plucked from the mighty Snake River. wrjdesigns.com
INSPIRED BY NATURE, TAKE YOUR PICK OF THE SEASON’S LATEST SURFACES AND APPLICATIONS.
EL DORADO STONE RoughCut in Ranchers Ridge eldoradostone.com
TIMBER TECH Harvest+ in Toasted Wheat timbertech.com
NEOLITH Fusion in Artisan neolith.com
ORCA Recycled Block in Mineral orcaliving.com
TAKE NOTE
FROM MOMENTS OF RELAXATION TO ENTERTAINING IN STYLE, THE SEASON CALLS FOR ENJOYING YOUR KITCHEN AND BATH TO THE FULLEST.
WRITTEN BY SARAH SHELTON
HOT SEAT
While the practice of sauna bathing in dry heat has been around for thousands of years—with bene ts ranging from stress relief to improved cardiovascular health— Klafs is reimaging wellness spaces for today. The Ariso model, left, is made of solid Scandinavian spruce and is available in four diff erent sizes and two exterior wood options. Klafs, now part of the Kohler family, re ects the brand’s growing commitment to turn-key, spa-like environments designed for the home. klafsusa.com, kohler.com
SINK IN
Cosentino and Urban Bon re have joined forces for the ultimate alfresco kitchen experience. In uenced by nature, this powerhouse partnership combines Urban Bon re’s innovative outdoor kitchen systems with Cosentino’s Dekton cladding. Shown here is Dekton Ukiyo x Claudia Afshar, which has a textured uted nish. (Dekton Slim, a more minimalist iteration with sleek lines, is also available.) Each system can be customized to include sink basins, power burners, grills and refrigeration to meet any cooking or entertaining need. urbanbon re.com, cosentino.com
entertaining need. urbanbon re.com, cosentino.com
COOK’S CORNER
easy to be green with envy over the new collection from Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens. Created in partnernship with Italian design rm Nichetto Studio—marking a rst-time collaboration for the brand—Cube embraces sleek architectural lines and bold powder-coated nishes, like Dark Highland, shown. Crafted from Danver’s signature stainless steel cabinetry, the models are designed to mirror indoor kitchens adapted for outdoor use—from large outdoor living spaces to small rooftop terraces. brownjordanoutdoorkitchens.com
It’s easy to be green with envy over the new collection from Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens. Created in with Italian rm Nichetto a rst-time lines and bold nishes, like Dark shown. Crafted from Danver’s stainless steel the models are to mirror indoor kitchens for outdoor use—from outdoor spaces to small terraces.
Introducing the 2025 LUXE RED Awards, honoring excellence and innovation for the best in residential projects and product introductions.
MEET THE JUDGES
LUXE Interiors + Design invited design professionals from across the country to compete in the 2025 RED Awards. After receiving more than 1,770 entries, a panel of industry experts weighed in to select our project winners, and the public voted for our Readers’ Choice awards. Read on to learn more about our judges.
SUZANNE LOVELL
PRINCIPAL, SUZANNE LOVELL INC.
Suzanne Lovell is widely recognized as a preeminent designer specializing in interior architecture, design and fine art. She started her namesake firm, Suzanne Lovell Inc., in 1985 and has completed projects across the globe. Lovell creates couture residences that reflect a masterful approach to architectural detailing and an imaginative dialogue around her clients’ collections and aesthetic. She has built an experienced team of professionals well-versed in coordinating all aspects of residential projects to create award-winning work. The Chicago-based firm has been featured in numerous publications and was inaugurated into the Chicago Merchandise Mart Hall of Fame.
FERNANDO WONG
CO-FOUNDER, FERNANDO WONG OUTDOOR LIVING DESIGN
Fernando Wong, called “one of the best landscape designers in the world” by the Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour in London, started Fernando Wong Outdoor Living Design in Miami Beach in 2005. Since then, the award-winning firm has expanded with offices in both Palm Beach, Florida, and Southampton, New York. His television show with Martha Stewart, Clipped, airs on discovery+ HGTV, and his work has been featured on The Today Show as well as in magazines and newspapers around the world. In 2024, he published his book, The Young Man and the Tree (Vendome).
KENDALL WILKINSON
CEO & FOUNDER,
KENDALL WILKINSON DESIGN
Known for creating interiors centered around connection and experience, Kendall Wilkinson fashions spaces that elicit an emotional response. The California native has been widely celebrated for her artful interpretations of her clients’ discerning visions. It was through the lens of aesthetic individuality that she established her eponymous San Francisco firm in 1992. Now, Kendall Wilkinson Design has a second office in Los Angeles, and the studio continues to render residences that accentuate both beauty and comfort. Wilkinson, who has an array of successful textile collections with Fabricut, has been widely recognized in esteemed publications and national press outlets.
CHAD DORSEY
PRINCIPAL, CHAD DORSEY DESIGN
Chad Dorsey makes spaces where people feel their most comfortable. The Tennessee-born designer has more than two decades of experience creating luxurious yet approachable interiors that reflect his clients’ personalities. Trained as an architect, Dorsey balances scale, proportion and light with honest materiality, enticing color and curated collections of sculptural furnishings and objects in every project. With offices in Dallas and Los Angeles, his studio has gained a loyal following of clients who share his penchant for clean-lined architecture and warm, inviting interiors. In 2025 he released his debut monograph, Relaxed Luxury (Assouline).
JESSE CARRIER
FOUNDING CO-PRINCIPAL, CARRIER AND COMPANY INTERIORS
Jesse Carrier is one of the founding principals of New York-based Carrier and Company Interiors, where, alongside his wife and co-founder, Mara Miller, he creates rooms that offer a confident mix of timeless and contemporary design. The Carriers, who have garnered accolades from the world’s most prestigious publications, have been sought out by leading furnishing manufacturers to bring their unique vision of home to a wider audience. Their latest monograph, Defining Chic: Carrier and Company Interiors (Rizzoli), showcases dwellings that express their clients’ personalities and dreams through the practical filters of lifestyle and location.
JILL COHEN
EDITOR IN CHIEF, LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN
Jill Cohen was named Editor in Chief of LUXE Interiors + Design in 2024. Prior to taking the helm, she had an accomplished book publishing and direct marketing career. She has held numerous positions in the industry, including founder, president and publisher of Conde Nast Books; president of Random House Direct Marketing; vice president of new business development at QVC; and vice president and publisher of Time Warner Book Group, Bulfinch Press. In 2006, Cohen founded her agency, Jill Cohen Associates, which has produced hundreds of best-selling architecture and design books. Today, JCA continues as a Sandow Company.
RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS
PROJECT WINNERS
BATHROOM
NATIONAL WINNER
Maros Designs
REGIONAL WINNER
Emmy Couture Designs ARIZONA
Alison Giese Interiors
AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
BBA Architects
GREATER CHICAGO
Smith + Drake
COLORADO + THE ROCKIES
Maros Designs
DALLAS + FORT WORTH
Krista + Home FLORIDA
Paris Forino
GREATER NEW YORK, THE HAMPTONS + CONNECTICUT
Linda Eyles Design
HOUSTON
Jaqui Seerman Design
LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Six Walls Interior Design
PACIFIC NORTHWEST
MJM Interior Design
SAN FRANCISCO + NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
River Brook Design & Construction
SOUTHEAST
EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
NATIONAL WINNER
Bates Masi + Architects
REGIONAL WINNER
Rains Design, Inc. ARIZONA
A Parallel Architecture
AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
dSpace Studio
GREATER CHICAGO
Studio B Architecture + Interiors
COLORADO + THE ROCKIES
SHM Architects
DALLAS + FORT WORTH
Melhorn Architecture & Construction FLORIDA
Bates Masi + Architects
GREATER NEW YORK, THE HAMPTONS + CONNECTICUT
M Architecture
HOUSTON
Studio William Hefner
LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
William / Kaven Architecture
PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Walker Warner Architects SAN FRANCISCO + NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Summerour Architects
SOUTHEAST
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
NATIONAL WINNER
The Construction Zone, Ltd.
REGIONAL WINNER
The Construction Zone, Ltd. ARIZONA
Ryan Street Architects
AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Kadlec Architecture & Design
GREATER CHICAGO
Centre Sky Architecture
COLORADO + THE ROCKIES
Lark Interiors
DALLAS + FORT WORTH
The Wall Studio
FLORIDA
Merrell Soule Architects
GREATER NEW YORK, THE HAMPTONS + CONNECTICUT
Fifty Seventh & 7th Luxury Homes
HOUSTON
Sophie Goineau Design
LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Farmer Payne Architects
PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Studio Schicketanz
SAN FRANCISCO + NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
T.S. Adams Studio Architects, LLC
SOUTHEAST
INTERIOR DESIGN
NATIONAL WINNER
Hoedemaker Pfeiffer
REGIONAL WINNER
David Michael Miller Associates ARIZONA
Chupik Design
AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Centered by Design
GREATER CHICAGO
WRJ Design
COLORADO + THE ROCKIES
Erin Sander Design
DALLAS + FORT WORTH
Collarte Interiors FLORIDA
Alfredo Paredes Studio
GREATER NEW YORK, THE HAMPTONS + CONNECTICUT
Benjamin Johnston Design
HOUSTON
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Light the Way
GUIDED BY THE PATH OF THE SUN, A DESIGN TEAM CRAFTS A SOUTH CAROLINA ESCAPE THAT CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY.
Home Builder: Scott Thomas, CS Thomas Construction
Landscape Architecture: Michael Brock, M. Brock Designs LLC,
Landscape Architecture + Land Planning
Designer Honey Collins’ clients first fell under the spell of the Lowcountry in 2005, when the Massachusetts-based couple and their two daughters encountered Palmetto Bluff, an idyllic resort-style community of Bluffton, South Carolina.
Captivated by its ancient oaks, winding waterways and golden light, they purchased a plot of land with dreams of one day building a retreat in this place. For nearly two decades, they returned often—renting vacation homes to enjoy bike rides, river kayaking and Thanksgiving gatherings—until retirement and an empty nest afforded the chance to finally build the welcoming sanctuary they’d long anticipated.
Collins, who had worked with the couple on two prior residences, was the natural choice. From the outset, she collaborated with architect William Court, whose mastery of the local vernacular produced a home with classic proportions and an easygoing sense of place—from generous porches to a breezeway-framed courtyard and a gracious entry hall that echoes the setting’s relaxed elegance.
Tucked into a corner lot in a walkable neighborhood, the property offered an ideal canvas for indoor-outdoor living. “Natural light was a huge driver for how we approached each space,” Collins comments. “The entire home sits so gracefully within its surroundings, so we wanted that connection to the outdoors to be felt throughout.”
The floor plan was designed with the sun’s movement in mind: The breakfast nook catches morning light, while the western courtyard and plunge pool come alive at golden hour. In fact, one of Collins’ earliest recommendations—to forgo a formal dining room in favor of a sun room—resulted in one of the family’s favorite spots to start the day.
Meanwhile, the kitchen and its supportive zones were created to be center of the action. “Our firm is known for designing with defined purpose and integrating back-of-house spaces, such as the scullery and owners’ entry,” confirms Court, who teamed with project lead Sara O’Neil on the architecture. Despite the open nature of the floor plan, “every room has a different set of trim details and a separate purpose,” he continues. It was general contractor Scott Thomas and his team who brought these elements to life with the
Schumacher’s Romantic Bosphorus wallpaper wraps the living room. The custom O. Henry House sofa and armchair compose a seating group around a caned coffee table from Bungalow Classic.
Previous page, left: Nestled on a quiet corner lot, this residence by architect William Court is rooted in timeless Southern Colonial vernacular. New Horizon shutters by Coastal Shutter Company wear Benjamin Moore’s Lafayette Green.
Previous page, right: Atlanta artist Mary Meade Evans painted the entry’s oversize checkerboard floor. The William IV table from Loft Antiques joins a chest from Seventeen South Antiques.
“Our firm is known for designing with defined purpose and integrating back-of-house spaces.”
—WILLIAM COUR T
Above: Farrow & Ball’s Green Smoke swathes the scullery, which is outfitted with a Kohler farmhouse sink and Bosch dishwasher. Modern Matter hardware decorates the custom cabinetry by Coastal Millworks of Savannah. The backsplash of zellige tiles from Garden State Tile lends subtle texture.
Opposite: The kitchen’s cabinetry wears Farrow & Ball’s Studio Green. Chiswick lanterns by The Urban Electric Co. preside over honed Imperial Danby marble from Precision Granite & Marble on countertops and Ballard Designs counter stools.
Above: A Summerill & Bishop tablecloth and aggregate concrete-and-shell floors by Savannah Surfaces bring elements of nature into the screened porch. The Kingsley Bate Hadley dining chairs introduce warmth and organic texture.
Right: Draperies of Raoul Textiles’ Exoticus linen frame the sun room. Enhancing the space’s casual aura are bamboo armchairs from Bungalow Classic, an O. Henry House sofa and a scroll-end coffee table from Casa Branca Atelier & Showroom.
“The entire home sits so gracefully within its surroundings, so we wanted that connection to the outdoors to be felt throughout.”
—HONEY COLLINS
utmost precision and care. “They are true Southern gentlemen and masters of their craft; their integrity and attention ensured we got everything just right.”
While generous in size, the home’s spaces were appointed to feel fully realized and distinct. “It was important that each room have its own personality,” Collins says. “This house was more about place-making than just open space,” Court affirms.
That philosophy carried through in the designer’s approach to the color palette. “We started with richer tones in the entry to create a grounded, welcoming feel,” Collins explains. Building on that foundation, she established an interior-exterior link beginning with the inviting stair hall, where moodier hues and exaggerated checkerboard floors nod to the couple’s Northeastern roots. As you move through the abode, the palette lightens, almost as if the house is stretching out to the marsh beyond. Outside, landscape architect Michael Brock subtly echoed this progression by selecting native plantings—tea olive, camellias, pink muhly grass, ligularia—that root the home to its setting and mirror the quiet drama unfolding indoors.
Collins defined the large-scale living room using a sweeping scenic mural—its earthy greens and browns echoing the canopy of palms, palmettos and oaks visible through the windows, as well as the screened porch furnished with a wood-burning fireplace. “ The ships and water also offer a bit of a New England feel,” she adds. The mural’s verdant palette recurs repeatedly throughout the residence, with its rich greens and browns infusing numerous spaces. But the primary suite takes a sharp turn, embracing the cheerful orange hues the wife loves—and lending levity to the home’s grounded spirit.
For the family, this Bluffton home is everything they hoped for and more. “I can’t tell you how many times we stood on this piece of land trying to envision where the house would sit, how the light would move,” the wife shares. “It’s even better than we imagined. It’s practically perfect.”
O. Henry House armchairs, finished with Samuel & Sons trim, echo the vibrant hues of Raoul Textiles’ Eve linen on the primary bedroom’s draperies. A Loire four-poster bed by Iatesta Studio anchors the space.
Ebb & Flow
A KIAWAH ISLAND RETREAT FINESSED BY ALLISON ELEBASH INTERIOR DESIGN EMBRACES COASTAL RHYTHMS WITH ORGANIC MODERNITY AND A GRACIOUS SENSE OF WELCOME.
Hand-applied plaster by Jessica Kollar swathes the living room’s soapstone fireplace. The sectional and wing chair, both by
Previous page: Inspired by the serene coastal setting, this residence draws upon the surrounding marsh grasses and live oaks. Complementary plantings by landscape architect Cindy Cline speak directly to the home’s material palette.
Verellen, rest near Nickey Kehoe-sourced French club chairs and walnut nesting tables by Eric Brooks.
There is one stretch of riverfront, largely hidden from view on South Carolina’s Kiawah Island, that locals can drive by for years without noticing. The lot’s peaceful privacy, along with its deep-water dock and sunset views, is exactly what beguiled one couple—two free birds with adult children—to buy the land and build a forever nest.
While the homeowners dreamed of leisurely days in the Lowcountry, their building process had a ticking clock: Within the year, they would be hosting wedding festivities for one of their three daughters. So, when the couple engaged designer Allison Elebash to oversee the interiors, she knew the project would require expert speed and finesse.
Collaborating with another designer at her firm, Natalie Whicker, Elebash wasted no time in sourcing and making selections. “We had to accomplish everything in an expedited way, since our team came in after the construction had already begun,” she reveals. They finished with one week to spare, a feat Elebash says was possible thanks to an especially adept team, including husband-and-wife architects Robbie Lesslie and Abby Freeman Lesslie, builder Matt Byrd and landscape architect Cindy Cline.
The group also benefited from the clients’ clear requests for their residence: that it be modern leaning, yet still ripe with organic materials and textures. “They are quite neat and orderly people,” Elebash comments. “They don’t like clutter, but they really respect a design that is beautiful and intentional.”
She and Whicker focused on timeless colors that complemented, rather than competed with, the spellbinding landscape. By editing the palette to four primary hues— earthy carnelian, French blue, sandy brown and ecru—they achieved a cohesion and balance that are interwoven throughout the abode.
For added layers of warmth, the designers opted for aged metals, such as brass hardware and a custom patina finish on steel doors, plus handmade pieces by local artisans at every turn. “Almost nothing in this residence came from a box store,” Whicker notes. Rather, she and Elebash sourced close to home, tapping into a deep well of Charleston makers and artists, including woodworkers Robert Paige, Tyler Jaworski and Eric Brooks. Continues Whicker, “You can tell this house has a soul.” That sense of life is perhaps strongest felt in the wide-open, communal areas, where the homeowners frequently entertain friends and family. Here, custom kitchen cabinetry boasts a subtle reeded texture for added dimension.
Ceiling beams installed by Tree Marsh Woodworks harmonize with the kitchen’s planks by John Griffiths Hardwood Flooring and cabinets by Robert Paige Cabinetry. Bowline pendants by The Urban Electric Co. light a copper hood by Ahern’s Anvil Inc. and Wolf range.
This sense of gentle movement is further echoed in the Lesslies’ architecture—from curved plaster chimneys and arched doorways to the nonlinear passageways that introduce moments for pause. “If you’re designing on Kiawah,” Robbie says, “you have to begin by thinking about nature.” To preserve as much of the existing landscape as possible, he and Abby measured branches on the site’s live oak trees and oriented the roofline to fit precisely under the canopy.
Expansive windows abound; a floor-to-ceiling glass wall in the living room overlooks saw palmettos and spartina grass swaying in the coastal breeze. And the kitchen’s banquette and dining table nestle into a bay window surrounded by sabal palm fronds, providing a relaxing spot to gather.
“They are very family oriented,” Whicker says of the owners. To wit, each guest bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom and consistently stunning views. Furthermore, for the three-story
primary wing, the architects worked closely with the couple to craft a private sanctuary. Their bedroom is situated on the central level with a staircase that leads down to convenient storage space, while another flight ascends to his-and-her home offices. The outcome is a home that adapts gracefully over time, offering intimacy when it’s just the two of them, yet still allowing all manner of expansion for generations to come.
Above: Floor-to-ceiling Marvin windows flood the owners’ suite with sunlight, framed by sheers of Zak+Fox fabric. Artisanal touches appear in the hand-forged botanical artwork by Anne Blackwell Thompson and bespoke oak bed by Jaworski Woodworks.
Opposite: Patterned terra-cotta floor tiles by Commune for Exquisite Surfaces, sourced at Melcer Tile, ground the primary bathroom. Currey & Company’s Pascal Brass Accent Table accompanies the BainUltra tub. The shower door and mirror are by Ahern’s Anvil Inc.
Interior Design: Aileen Warren, Jackson Warren Interiors
Home Builder: Cameron Reehl, Reehlco Custom Homes
Landscape Architecture: Kent H. Broom, Kent H. Broom,
Landscape Architect & Consultant
SWEET SPOT
DESIGNER AILEEN WARREN FINDS THE INTERSECTION OF CRAFTSMAN WARMTH AND CONTEMPORARY COOL IN HER FAMILY’S ALABAMA COTTAGE.
WRITTEN BY CHRISTINE DEORIO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON GOOTEE | STYLING BY JESSICA HOLTAM
TBrimming with moss-laden trees and quaint cottages built for front-porch hellos, the enclave embodies a quiet charm that has drawn dreamers— such as interior designer Aileen Warren—to the town since its establishment as a colony more than a century ago. But one particular Craftsman cottage, still a relatively new addition to the neighborhood, stopped Warren in her tracks. She made an offer before her husband, Jordan Chaisson—a cardiologist whose job had brought them from Houston—even had a chance to peek inside.
This was a quintessential Fairhope abode, complete with a tidy yard and wraparound screened porch. Inside were transoms and cove moldings that drew the eye up toward 10-foot-high ceilings. There was also plenty of room for improvement, which Warren embraced.
“The house has great views that you couldn’t appreciate because there were wooden shutters on all the windows,” she recalls. “We removed them, filling the rooms with light.” Restoring the stained red oak floors to their natural finish and washing every inch of wall and trim with a warm white paint amplified the effect, readying each space for an infusion of Warren’s old-meets-new style.
Builder Cameron Reehl and his team of subcontractors worked with the designer to customize the kitchen—first by replacing its nondescript granite countertops with classic Calacatta Gold marble on the perimeter and rich walnut on the island. After considering a pure-white tile for the backsplash, “which felt too clean for the space,” Warren notes, she opted for “dirty-white” zellige squares, “which add warmth with the right amount of shimmer,” she says. “It’s like jewelry.”
Rather than replace the existing Craftsman-inspired cabinetry, Warren leaned into the look, painting the lower cupboards a cozy blue-green. “When my business partner, Kiley Jackson, and I pick colors, we look for what we call ‘chameleon colors’ that change with the light and function like neutrals, complementing the rooms around them,” the designer explains. “You can’t quite put your finger on what the color is, but it’s a great supporting character.”
Currey & Company’s Saxon chandelier presides over Verellen sofas and ottomans in the living room. A mirror from Joyce Horn Antiques, Ltd. pairs with a reclaimedwood coffee table from Round Top Ranch Antiques.
Previous page, left: Sweetbay magnolias line the home’s approach, offering a warm welcome to visitors. A fence draped with Carolina jessamine adds to the sense of arrival. Clipped boxwoods enhance symmetry and structure.
Previous page, right: Designer Aileen Warren topped the Westminster Teak porch swing with Walter G pillows. Cayman club chairs by Southern Home flank a table from Chairish. hose who go house hunting in Fairhope, Alabama’s Fruit and Nut District expect to be charmed by their options, and rightfully so.
“We look for what we call ‘chameleon colors’ that change with the light and function like neutrals, complementing the rooms around them.”
The view from the kitchen into the adjacent dining room, for example, juxtaposes the blue-green cabinets with purple-felt upholstery on the sculptural, midcentury-style dining chairs. Warren then bravely paired the arrangement with an antique French trestle table and a long, lean, black-metal chandelier.
From the living room’s perspective, the kitchen’s strong color statement provides an anchor for linen-upholstered sofas and shearling-swathed, swiveling ottomans that seem to float atop a vintage rug. “I wanted it to be welcoming,” Warren says of the room’s neutral, texture-heavy mix, which also includes a reclaimed-wood coffee table, pastel-on-satin artwork and gilded
—AILEEN W ARREN
antique mirror above a sleek modern fireplace. “We often have houseguests, and I wanted it to be comfortable for them; a place they’d want to visit.”
Nowhere is that ethos more apparent than from the home’s curb, where a new brick path leads visitors to the front porch through an array of native plants imagined by Warren and landscape architect Kent H. Broom, including Carolina jessamine and evergreen sweetbay magnolias. There, a teak swing awaits, along with the opportunity to indulge in a pastime as quintessentially Fairhope as the cottage itself: watching and waving hello as the world passes by.
Saarinen Executive Armchairs from Design Within Reach energize the dining room alongside a 19th-century French trestle table from Sourced by Janet Wiebe and a chandelier by The Urban Electric Co. Gateau, a painting by Gary Komarin, is from Dimmitt Contemporary Art.
Opposite: In the kitchen, a backsplash of Riad Tile’s zellige squares in Snow White glimmers above countertops of Calacatta Gold marble from the Stone Gallery LLC. Benjamin Moore’s Dark Pewter coats the lower cabinets.
On a verdant corner of Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood, a newly built penthouse affords homeowners Mindy and Bob Jones every convenience— without the constraints of working around the bones of an old abode. “At this point in our lives, we wanted a more modern home that fit our lifestyle—and one that required a little less maintenance,” Bob expresses. After living in and renovating their former 1920s Tudor for more than three decades, the couple felt ready for something new.
Considering her flair for modernism and her appreciation for fine art and craft, the Joneses tapped designer Teri Thomas to lead them into this spirited next stage. “Teri has done multiple renovations for us in the past, including a mountain house,” Mindy recounts, affirming how well the designer has come to understand their style. But Thomas was not the only design team member to fully embrace their vision.
As longtime friends of general contractor Alan Simonini, the couple was committed to this particular Myers Park mid-rise from its very inception. Designed for Simonini by architect Edward L. (Tyke) Jenkins, the five-story white-painted brick building was conceived to complement its historic surroundings. Revising his plans to meet the city’s setback requirements, Jenkins evolved what were once two modest penthouses into a single large one, finessing the footprint to include expansive terraces and a gently curving façade. What unfolds within is an airy, art-forward dwelling that departs from the owners’ traditional roots. “They didn’t want moldings or formal rooms—they wanted everything open and modern,”
Jenkins notes. Fundamental to the layout is a curved gallery space, or “galleria,” devised by the design team to showcase the couple’s extensive collection of art glass, complete with bespoke shelving built to catch light and accommodate long views of the prized sculptures. “It was like designing a library, but for art glass,” the architect explains.
“I started collecting when I came to Charlotte and became intrigued by this medium,” Bob recounts. “This kind of art is hard to display because it needs light and space, but it brings so much color, interest and excitement to a home.” The couple’s collection includes works by such notable glassmakers as Dale Chihuly, Jon Kuhn and Bertil Vallien, along with paintings by Ida Kohlmeyer, Raúl Díaz, Roland Poska and others.
Energized by her clients’ vibrant cache, Thomas approached the residence with a clean palette and bold intentions. “Teri has always appreciated our art collection; she knows these pieces are more than just decorative—they’re meaningful— and we trust her completely,” Mindy notes.
“This house needed to be as special as their collection,” adds the designer, who kept walls white to highlight the works but incorporated sculptural furnishings to inject drama and movement. “I looked for pieces with interesting silhouettes and a bit of tension,” she explains.
A marble-floored entry hall sets the tone for the home, where a vintage Art Deco console and a shapely harlequin-upholstered settee play off the vibrant hues of a Wolf Kahn landscape—one of several throughout the condo. The foyer spills into an open floor plan anchored by an oval goatskin dining table and handmade arched-back chairs. In a nearby corner, a whimsical swing chair crafted of cotton rope and steel serves as a conversation piece when the Joneses are entertaining.
Climbing Skyward
A BOLD ART GLASS COLLECTION INSPIRES DESIGNER TERI THOMAS’ TAKE ON A MOD CHARLOTTE PENTHOUSE. WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIE WILLIAMS
Architecture: Edward L. (Tyke) Jenkins, Edward L. Jenkins, Jr. AIA, Architect
Interior
Home
Design: Teri Thomas, Teri Thomas Interiors
Builder: Alan Simonini, Simonini Homes
In the galleria, a custom display wall exhibits the owners’ collection of art glass. Furnishings include Arteriors’ Arcadia sofa, R&Y Augousti nesting tables and Natasha Baradaran’s Goccia swivel chairs from R Hughes. The rug is by Art + Loom.
Previous page: Calacatta Viola marble from Renaissance Tile & Bath creates a grand first impression in the entry. Near John Pomp Studios’ Moon Orchid fixture from R Hughes, artwork by Raúl Díaz suspends above a console from Darnell & Co.
“This house needed to be as special as the art collection. I looked for pieces with interesting silhouettes and a bit of tension.”
—TERI THOMA S
Tigerwood cabinets by Hans Krug define the kitchen. Juliana Lima Vasconcellos’ Giraffe chairs from Invisible Collection wear turquoise Garrett Leather beneath an Apparatus chandelier from R Hughes.
Opposite: Krasnogorov Studio chairs
encircle a Karl Springer goatskin dining table from Evan Reid, below a Lindsey Adelman Studio chandelier. A Brian Coleman rug from Couture Knots and a sheepskin-topped BCW Hanging Lounge by Blackman Cruz soften the space.
“The unit is a cool, white box that Teri Thomas brought to life by juxtaposing color and curving furnishings—it’s all so crisp.”
—EDW ARD L. (TYKE) JENKINS
To embellish the galleria, Thomas placed a custom free-form rug that echoes the hues of the glass collection, then worked with Simonini’s team to install a lacquered storage bar with vintage notes. The kitchen’s cabinetry offers further evidence of the designer’s seamless collaboration with the general contractor—evident in its high-gloss tigerwood cabinets and amber-veined marble countertops, which Thomas complemented using jaunty turquoiseleather dining chairs and a Brutalist-inspired chandelier.
A similar embrace of color defines the family room, wrapped with a variegated wallcovering in inky blues. Bedrooms follow suit with prominent art placements and impactful color palettes, including cheery yellow gracing one guest bedroom.
For his part, Jenkins was gratified to see how Thomas’ appointments elevated the design. “The unit is a cool, white box that Teri brought to life by juxtaposing color and curving furnishings—it’s all so crisp,” he comments.
All told, Mindy and Bob are elated with their decision to trade a traditional lifestyle on the ground for a buoyant new chapter with a bird’s-eye view. “At night we can see the glittering Charlotte skyline, and in the morning, the sunrise fills the home with light that uplifts our moods,” Mindy concludes. “When we start the day here, we know it’s going to be a good one.”
A textural Jim Thompson wallcovering wraps the family room, which transitions to a sleeping space for overnight guests. Baker’s Nami Lounge Chairs mingle with the Charles Stewart sleeper sofa atop a rug from Couture Knots.
DESIGN BY: Matthew Quinn PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Robert Peterson
