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A Season of Recognition and Celebration BEHIND EVERY PHOTO YOU SEE IN THIS MAGAZINE, you’ll find an abundance of design skill, a deftness for listening and empathy, and years of hard work.

The finished rooms are simply the last notes of a complex symphony written and painstakingly executed by skilled pros. They make it look effortless, but we know better. In this RED Awards issue, we honor the expertise of the extraordinary designers whose work elevates and improves the way we live.

It’s a moment of appreciation for not only the beautiful images at the end, but also for everything that comes before.

What struck me most this year is not only the caliber of talent being celebrated; it is the profound meaning the recognition holds for those honored.

We recently hosted events for our LUXE NEXT class of 2026 and our Gold List designers. At each gathering, recipients arrived with a spouse, a parent or a longtime colleague—those who supported them along the way, and those who understand the dedication, risk and perseverance needed to orchestrate beautiful environments. The people selected to be the “plus-ones” indicate that this is more than a professional achievement; it's a personal milestone. We are honored to share the moment.

Ahead, you’ll find the full list of RED winners and this year has set a remarkable record. More than 2,300 submissions were received—an extraordinary testament to the creativity thriving across the industry.

I can assure you that selecting winners has never been more challenging.

The level of innovation, originality and brilliance is simply unprecedented.

To our RED Award winners, Gold List honorees, and LUXE NEXT class of 2026, please know that each project was met with admiration from our team.

The talent represented in these pages—and across the design community— is nothing short of inspiring.

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Meet your regional LUXE NEXT class—the design pros shaping our industry’s future.

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A Washington state retreat fully engages with its surf-and-turf setting.

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SNAPSHOT

LUXE features from across the country shift their focus to refreshingly designed pools.

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READ THE ROOM

A trio of coastal getaways welcomes the season ahead with all-American charm.

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ASK THE EXPERT

Celebrated designer Vicente Wolf shares his philosophy on waterside living.

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EXTERIOR INSPIRATION

Learn why the classic copper lantern remains a constant when decorating stately façades.

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SPOTLIGHT

Beautiful homes and their rich landscapes inspire a colorful, outdoor-friendly shopping spree.

Discover how natural materials take center stage across Palecek’s growing product categories.

Summer is here and so are the latest and greatest furnishings, fabrics and more.

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GROUNDBREAKERS

With a newly opened design gallery in Milan, Gary Friedman talks RH’s global expansion.

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A California beach house designed by Chloe Redmond Warner channels good vibes.

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Marrying laid-back California sophistication and European sensibility, designer Guillaume Coutheillas gives this Marin County home dual citizenship.

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Bobby Berk bobbyberk.com | bobby The kitchen concept by Bobby Berk centers on materiality, craftsmanship and the tension between modern and classic, linear and curved. Inspired by the detailing in professional kitchens and nature-filled views beyond, the clean lines and stainless steel of the appliance suite are softened by sculptural lighting, green limewash walls and the warm natural light provided by eye-catching statement windows.

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Often considered one of the home’s most important spaces, the primary bath by Ahmad AbouZanat balances function and comfort for the modern professional. Grounded in natural materials, it fosters a connection to the outdoors. Layered lighting shifts from soothing evening ambience to bright morning clarity, while green marble, glass brick and bronze fixtures create warmth and a timeless aesthetic that evolves gracefully.

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Lisa Mende lisamende.com | lisamendedesign Titled “The Voyager’s Retreat,” this primary bedroom by Lisa Mende draws on the romance of travel, blending refined classics with worldly texture. Subtle geometry grounds the feeling of treasures collected abroad while tailored finishes reinforce a timeless craftsmanship, transforming daily rituals into moments of quiet indulgence. Envisioned as a sanctuary for the modern wanderer, this space embraces both comfort and character.

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Designed as the heart of evening entertaining, the dining room by Lori Paranjape sets the stage for cocktail hour and formal dinners.

Sleek appliances paired with a rich color palette lend to the warmth and polish of the space while elegant fixtures bring craftsmanship and conviviality together with effortless sophistication. In this effervescent space, conversation is sure to linger.

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Inspired by European salons, this living room by Corey Damen Jenkins expresses eclectic global modernism with depth and intimacy. Rich color and layered pattern create warmth, grounded by plush carpeting.

Sculptural furnishings balance historic references with modern lines, while statement lighting and curated accents add focus. The result is a timeless, personal space designed for conversation and contemplation.

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Influenced by the comfort of a favorite boutique hotel, this guest bedroom by Beth Dotolo and Carolina V. Gentry feels layered, welcoming and indulgent. Drawing on European hotels and private clubs, the space feels collected rather than precious. Rich wallcoverings, warm woods, stone and brass add depth, while custom furnishings and sculptural lighting lend personality. The result is a refined retreat.

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1 Ferguson Home, Signature Hardware Lexia Pressure Balanced Shower System (Colorway: Brushed Gold) 2 + 5 S. Harris, Leopardo (Colorway: Natural) 3 Studio M Lighting, Vesta Sconce by Mat Sanders (Colorway: French Gold) 4 Baldwin, K007 2” Hollywood Hills Knob (Colorway: Polished Brass)

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Sasha Bikoff sashabikoff.com | sashabikoff Informed by her life as a mother of two boys, Sasha Bikoff reimagines the childrens’ bedroom as chic, enduring and modern. Designed to grow with its occupants, the space balances raw, contemporary materials with moments of playfulness and warmth. A plywood bunk bed nods to Donald Judd, while brushed stainless-steel accents and bamboo screens reinforce the contemporary feel, balancing creativity with a strong point of view.

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Intended to feel like a sophisticated living room, this home office by Rasheeda Gray balances productivity and relaxation. Warm textures, earthy stone and rich wood tones create a grounded yet refined atmosphere. Sculptural forms and global influences shape distinct zones for work, seating and gathering. The result is an elevated, functional space that encourages focus, creativity and moments of pause.

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Sometimes underappreciated but a true workhorse of home, the laundry room is shown in its best light by Isabel Ladd. Outfitted with generous storage, tailored finishes and modern appliances, the space keeps daily life running smoothly with professional efficiency.

Additional details like a floor sink and floral cutting station add flexibility to the room’s use case.

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Adam Hunter adamhunter.com | adamhunter Elegant yet functional, this outdoor retreat by Adam Hunter is designed for gathering and connection. Inspired by Mediterranean courtyards and California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle, stone, wood and plaster create a grounded foundation, softened by tailored furnishings and sculptural lighting. Bar, dining and layered seating areas support effortless entertaining, resulting in a warm, elevated space designed for lasting connection.

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Rather than replicate the past, this residence led by Kligerman AD’s Partner Joe Carline reinterprets Southern vernacular and Shingle-style architecture with a contemporary lens. Layered horizontal planes replace a boxy form, and a dramatic gable grounds the home in its landscape.

White-washed brick and deep eaves allow light and shadow to define the textured facade.

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When architect Les Eerkes first visited the wooded site of his clients’ future waterside retreat, “It was immediately clear that the architecture had to embrace the richness of the setting,” he recalls. The owners, avid naturalists, wanted a contemporary, glass-walled structure that offered easy interaction with sea and forest, be it an invigorating swim or foraging for mushrooms. The result, Eerkes notes, is a “house dedicated to the enjoyment of the landscape.” In addition to outdoor lounge areas overlooking the water, there is an alfresco kitchen that accommodates the homeowners’ frequent hosting of family and friends. “I really like to grill, and there’s also a high BTU burner for crab and shrimp boils,” says one of the owners, noting the bounty of seafood right off their beach, including oysters and clams. “There’s a real hunter-gatherer ethos here,” says Eerkes. “This residence is deeply rooted in its place.” eerkesarchitects.com

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Intended to “function as a sculptural element,” this shapely Beverly Hills pool was also conceived to architecturally harmonize with the house itself, particularly the oval canopy cantilevered above it, says designer Ferial Sadeghian. idgroup.co

For an outdoor stainlesssteel spa nicknamed “the crab pot,” landscape architects Brian Gregory and Randy Allworth employed concrete and ipe wood to create the pool’s sunken profile, allowing for unimpeded views of Washington’s Hood Canal. gregoryla.com

Boasting two dozen hydrotherapy heads, this wellness-focused pool and spa—a “spool,” as landscape architect Janice Parker playfully refers to it—was specifically designed to mirror Arizona’s rugged mountains with its “rough, textural stone” hardscaping. janiceparker.com

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With its rustic hardscaping and darkly colored lining “blending into the bucolic landscape,” this Northern California pool by landscape architect Todd Cole further melds into nature with its infinity edge. strata-inc.com

To create something “visually appealing and unexpected,” landscape designer Keith Williams enlivened a West Palm Beach pool, which is nestled within a lush garden, with blue-and-white stripes along its inside border. nieverawilliams.com

The blue plaster and tile of this Illinois pool “reflects the deep, rich color of adjacent Lake Michigan,” notes landscape architect Sara Furlan. The surrounding multi-level terrace, which features limestone plank paving, accommodates outdoor dining and lounging. marianilandscape.com

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Designer David Ries preserved a historic Nantucket cottage’s existing architectural details, opting to refresh its interior by simply painting the woodwork White Dove by Benjamin Moore.

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“We wanted to create something authentic that felt lived in and loved,” designer David Ries explains of the plan for his clients’ shingled 1930s guest cottage on Nantucket. He began by painting the walls, ceilings and baseboards white and restoring the hardwood floors, allowing their rich reddish-brown finish to remain intact. The latter “creates a great anchor for the home, and when it gets chillier and foggier, it’s a warm base,” he notes. For the furnishings, Ries chose a mix of vintage and new pieces, many in shades of blue and green. “It feels like it was curated over time and melds beautifully with the existing architecture,” he says, pointing to finds ranging from the living room’s antique Spanish chest and midcentury Jan Vanek armchairs to a Saarinen table in the dining area. For the bedrooms, he opted for consistency and adaptability. “Some of the bedrooms have the same spindle beds with striped linen bed coverings, while others have beautiful rattan chairs, giving you the flexibility to move things around.”

Ries chose to weave in quintessential local touches as well: A Nantucket basket and piece of driftwood serve as sculptures atop a coffee table with a Karl Springer base, while the sea and landscape prints are by a local artist who also happens to be the cottage’s caretaker. “It was almost as if the house told us what it wanted,” Ries says.

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Over the years, architect Ryan Street’s Texas-based clients spent many a sun-kissed summer at Montecito’s San Ysidro Ranch, where board-and-batten bungalows nestle into lushly planted grounds. Eager to capture the iconic hotel’s spirit for themselves, the couple—the husband is a landscape architect and frequent collaborator of Street’s, and the wife is an interior designer—found the perfect property nearby featuring a pool, tennis court and a 1940s cottage with a board-and-batten exterior of its own. Although the site could support a much larger dwelling, the homeowners opted to renovate instead. “They wanted to come here to live as simply as possible. Everything is smallscale; the color palette is minimal, and serenity is the theme,” Street says of their vision.

“Nothing but the essentials was the rule.” He retained the interior flooring but significantly revamped everything else, repositioning the kitchen and reconfiguring the bedrooms. There are new architectural details, including a built-in bookcase in the living area, a space the wife appointed with shapely furniture in warm creams, taupes and caramels. Other fresh elements are intended to encourage interaction with the property: a latticework screen on a bedroom window draws the eye outside, as do additional doors and windows. “The bungalow turns into a place where you just sleep and cook,” Street explains, noting the home doesn’t have a dining room—meals are enjoyed alfresco on a terrace, in keeping with the San Ysidro lifestyle. “The space functions as a support system for enjoying the garden and being in Montecito.” ryanstreet.com

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For designer Anissa Zajac’s clients, comfort was paramount for their Anna Maria Island, Florida, vacation home. “They didn’t wish for anything flashy,” Zajac, the owner of House Seven Design, recalls. “Instead, they wanted their kids to be able to come in from the beach and lie on the sofa and watch movies.”

Additionally, the homeowners requested that she forgo the usual Florida beach house flourishes, meaning no palm tree motifs, mother-of-pearl or seashells. That’s not to say the designer didn’t draw from the locale, though. The home’s cream, taupe, blue and green color palette chromatically echoes the grass, sand, sea and sky just outside. Coastalworthy details are also present, like the crisp white tongue-and-groove paneling that Zajac selected for much of the interior. Overall, “There are just a handful of materials used in different ways to create a cohesive vibe,” she notes, pointing to both the linen that primarily covers the seating and a series of rope fixtures that cast light throughout the house. Raffia wallcoverings, wood finishes and lamps made of stone also make appearances. “We stuck with things that felt organic and used a lot of natural elements,” the designer explains. Outside, the house similarly engages with its beachfront setting thanks to sandy tones, louvered shutters and balconies framed with slim railings. Even the home’s pool was color-matched to the ocean’s crystal-blue hue, another decision among many that has yielded a relaxed, inviting family abode. housesevendesign.com

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When designing residences by the water, Vicente Wolf almost always accentuates the aquatic landscape through color, mood or sometimes even both, as exemplified by his clients’ Hamptons property along Mecox Bay. A once mundane structure with overly compartmentalized rooms, Wolf updated the home by streamlining its floor plan, banishing unnecessary ornamentation and appointing the interior primarily in white, because “water always brings up feelings of lightness,” the designer notes. A desire for unimpeded views of the picturesque outdoor scenery also factored into his color choice, explaining, “Wherever you look from within a space, you should see the setting, and white is the best way to do that.”

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concentrated on a multitude of shades ranging from light to dark. “When you’re by the water, you only see the surface, but it’s the depth below that gives it bravado,” he says, a sentiment echoed in the inky blue wallcovering he employed to envelop the home’s study. The living room’s pale grayish-blue ottoman and lightly shaded rug, on the other hand, reflect the bay’s shimmering surface.

Color selections aside, the home’s relaxed atmosphere might be most indicative of its waterside perch. “It’s what a beach house should be. It’s about casual living,” Wolf says, pointing to the abundance of upholstered seating as well as the kitchen’s easyto-access open shelving as evidence. “If you have guests staying with you, you want everyone to feel like it’s their home, too.” vicentewolf.com

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There is something special about a home that’s aglow with gas lanterns. The live, flickering flames impart a sense of literal and metaphorical warmth, a welcoming beacon of hospitality. While some may view outdoor lighting as an afterthought, for Atlanta-based designer Anna Booth, illuminating the exterior makes a heartening first impression, as seen with the numerous copper fixtures that adorn the façade of this newly built stone estate in Georgia.

“It’s comforting to live with a material like copper that patinas over time—it helps you relax,” the designer says. “There’s a grounding feeling of permanence when you select products that are meant to last.”

The innovation of gas lighting transformed cities in the early 19th century, and it is historic companies like Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights that are ensuring the tradition of crafting this type of lighting is carried into the future. For Booth’s project, the many lanterns were handmade at Bevolo’s New Orleans

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headquarters—as are all of their pieces.

“Copper is elegant and resilient; it ages visibly, recording time, turning each fixture into a one-of-a-kind architectural element,” remarks Drew Bevolo, the family-run company’s third-generation owner. “The enduring appeal of our lanterns lies in what modern technology often leaves behind: legacy, presence and soul.”

Founded in 1945 by Drew’s grandfather, Andrew Bevolo Sr., the brand continues to honor the past by using traditional tools, processes and their signature Americanmined copper, while still offering customizable designs that keep pace with the times, which now include electric and stainless-steel options. But don’t expect them to chase trends anytime soon. “Bevolo lanterns provide not just illumination but atmosphere. We create tomorrow’s antiques—lighting that not only belongs to a home or place, but to time itself.” annaboothinteriors.com; bevolo.com

With interior designer Anna Booth at the helm, a home outside of Atlanta glows at twilight thanks to custom Napoleon House fixtures from Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights. Directly above is the company’s popular French Quarter lantern style.

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A study in sculptural simplicity, Jeanne by AERIN nods to midcentury French design with its graceful petal-inspired form. The woven rattan shade introduces natural warmth and relaxed refinement. Cordless by design, Jeanne lends tailored sophistication wherever it rests.

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Tuuci Tuuci’s Ocean Master MAX Bolero: Ombré Blossom parasol reimagines shade as art. Its domed canopy features hundreds of hand-tufted outdoor performance fabric blossoms in a soft cascade. Evoking Mediterranean elegance, this sculptural masterpiece combines expert craftsmanship with serene, poetic design.

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Bright colors flow throughout this West Palm Beach house by designer Caitlin Kah, complementing the tropical landscape by Nievera Williams Design. The 100-year-old home was revitalized by architectural designer Caroline Koons Forrest and builder Shannon Dudeck. caitlinkah.com; nieverawilliams.com; mhkarchitecture.com; shapiropertnoy.com Clockwise from top right: Botanique Wallcovering in Multi by Brunschwig & Fils / Price upon request / kravet.com. Seabrook Swivel Bar Stool with 7756-21 Fabric

by Tommy Bahama / Price upon request / lexington.com. Riviera Bar Cart / Price upon request / lloydflanders.com. The Waterhouse Sun Lounger in Tuuli Stripe Yellow Fabric and Antique White Frame / $2,999 / businessandpleasureco.com. Glass and Bottle in Red Pink / $290 for set of two and $390 / lisacorti.com.

Merlata Beach Blanket in Coral / $183 / sferra.com. Robbie Chandelier in Natural / $2,065 / ro-sham-beaux.com.

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Tucked away on 45 acres in Napa County, a family compound, designed by Claudia Juestel, is the ultimate escape.

Landscaping by Todd Cole frames the rustic yet refined exterior imagined by architectural designer George Bevan. adeenidesigngroup.com; strata-inc.com; bevanassociates.com Clockwise from top right: Horizon Stripe Shag Mat in Deep Sea / From $75 / chilewich.com. Kavrin Accent Floor Lamp / $820 / surya.com. Petrified Wood Table / $5,999 / phillipscollection.com. Ketch Outdoor Armchair with Jean-Marie Massaud / Price upon request / poliform.it. Earth Science Fabric in River Bed / Price upon request / pollackassociates.com. Reaction Indigo Toss Pillow / $135 / terraoutdoor.com. Victoria Aluminum Outdoor Sconce in Aluminum Asteroid / $495 / shopharbour.com.

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Architectural designer Frederick Spitzmiller made a traditional new build in Atlanta feel storied and settled, with the help of verdant gardens orchestrated by Jeremy Smearman outside the home’s solarium, where inviting interiors by Nancy Izlar await. spitzmillerandnorris.com; plantersgarden.com; nancyizlar.com Clockwise from top right: Small Lincoln Hanging Lantern in Antique Brass / $2,886 / hectorfinch.com. Haverford Topiary in Green Blue / $2,795 / eastovercollection.com. Handpainted Pink Tulip / $154 / mrsalice.com. Isabelle Bird & Branch Accent Stool / $899 / frontgate.com. Chaise Lounge Floating Arm in Bronze Verdigris / Price upon request / atelierartizan.com. Riviera Bamboo Trellis Wallpaper in Fern / $140 per roll / yorkwallcoverings.com.

Diva Round Change Tray in Rosa and Diva Rectangle Change Tray in Celeste / $305 and $230 / ginori1735.com.

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AFTER HALF A CENTURY IN BUSINESS, PALECEK CONTINUES TO BUILD ON A SOLID FOUNDATION, THINKING BIGGER THAN EVER. WRITTEN BY MARY JO BOWLING

Craftsmanship has been part of the Palecek DNA for decades, ever since founder Allan H. Palecek first imported decorative accessories from Asia to San Francisco in 1974. Since then, the company has grown significantly under second-generation leadership, with Andrew T. Palecek serving as chief creative officer, continuing the mission to create handmade furnishings and lighting inspired by the intrinsic beauty of natural materials. “We’ve come a long way,” Andrew says. “But we are just scratching the surface when it comes to using rattan, abaca and wood. There are so many ideas in my mind—and nature makes them possible.”

While the elements of the natural world continue to inspire, Palecek has been busy expanding their footprints in High Point and Las Vegas. What’s more, just as their woven light fixtures are skyrocketing in popularity, the brand is now featured within multiline showrooms in select markets, including New Jersey, Miami and San Francisco. “More can be seen in person,” Andrew notes. “And that allows design lovers to make creative connections and to dream.” palecek.com

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Clockwise from top: A craftsperson works with sea grass. The Ibiza Chandelier is made of natural abaca twisted by hand. Designers can customize pieces, like this Presidio Dining Table, through the new Palecek Studio program. The Allegro Rattan Console boasts an organic shape. Chief Creative Officer Andrew T. Palecek inspects a table.

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Featuring fabrics, wallpaper and rugs, the new La Dolce Vita collection from Perennials pays homage to the effortless, relaxed lifestyle of the Mediterranean coast. Charming floral and check patterns (with apropos names like Al Fresco and Bambino) in sun-washed hues define this selection of outdoor fabrics that can withstand open-air elements. The rugs—ideal for indoor or covered outdoor areas—are durable and whimsical. Meanwhile, the line’s spirited wallpapers bring the fun inside, ensuring a sweet life, indeed. perennialsfabrics.com

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Pattern Punch 1. Entice Upholstery Fabric in Sunrise / sunbrella.com. 2. Wattle Performance Fabric in Green by Utopia Goods / studiofournyc.com. 3. Isigny Outdoor Fabric in Herbe / pierrefrey.com. 4. Adelaide Performance Fabric in Carnival / materialworks.com. 5. Aquaria Outdoor/Indoor Fabric in Linen/Mandarin / osborneandlittle.com. 6. Tropicalia Fabric in Ming Green with Catherine Martin / mokumtextiles.com. 7. Corti Indoor/Outdoor Fabric in Or by Manuel Canovas / cowtan.com. 8. Inverness Fabric in Denim with Crypton Home / pindler.com. 9. Charter Stripe Performance Fabric in Mango / scalamandre.com.

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Retro Reprise In a move that thrills vintage devotees, Vladimir Kagan’s famed outdoor furniture collection has been relaunched by Holly Hunt.

Seven decades have passed since the designer’s Capricorn collection initially debuted in the 1950s, but the timeless appeal of wire-framed accents remains unchanged. This 21st-century iteration boasts 10 pieces, including dining tables and chairs, cocktail tables, lounge chairs, and a sinuous chaise in your choice of a Crema or Espresso finish over a powder-coated stainless-steel frame. hollyhunt.com SERENA & LILY Bamboo Garden Stool in Green serenaandlily.com

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Sunny Seat Lemon, a South African design studio, has made their arrival into the outdoor arena with a handsome assortment of seating and tables. The Conservatory chair (left) was designed in collaboration with Turin-based designer Yaniv Chen and, as the name suggests, was inspired by the restorative and natureconnecting powers of conservatories and orangeries. A curved and perforatedsteel frame is accented with Iroko wood and a happy-go-lucky Sunbrella performance fabric in Buttercup yellow. lemonfurniture.co

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A Seaside Speakeasy Known for eclectic, personalitydriven design, Thom Filicia never shies away from creative selections. In the renovation of his own Sag Harbor abode, this manifested in a glamorous bar inspired by locale. With a mix of textures Filicia calls “a little risky,” the slightly eccentric space welcomes the beginning and the end of nights entertaining in.

A longtime TileBar client, Filicia combed through dozens of slab and wall tile collections before landing on two selections. To make your own tile discoveries, visit TileBar online or find a showroom near you.

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MATERIAL TREASURES: The design features a stunning Blue Fusion Marble sourced by TileBar to craft a countertop and backsplash that echo the ocean. Above, a dramatic upper wall of TileBar’s Zeal 3D Glazed Porcelain Tile is installed around an existing port window.

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COLOR CODED From clé’s outdoor line, Outerclé, the Lido Splash tile delivers a romantic, handcrafted look in a range of bold colors (their new ColourLab program allows for bespoke combos) including Amalfitana, shown below. Plus, these tiles can live in any wet location, such as pools, fountains, alfresco kitchens and exterior showers. outercle.com

DELIGHTFUL DIP Small yard and short on space? No problem, thanks to Soake Pools.

Made in New England and ready for install, these petite pools can switch from cold plunge to hot tub, to just-the-right temperature for an afternoon dip. The brand’s latest release features the Check + Stripe collection of tiles—making the pool a true statement. Eleven colorways are available, with Acoustic Amber above. soakepools.com

LIGHTEN UP Perfect for porches, pool decks and patios, Brown Jordan’s new solar-powered lanterns mark a first for the outdoor furniture company.

Two styles harness the sun’s power, including the sleek Terra (right). The portable, powdercoated aluminum fixture comes in three different heights with 24 color finishes, like Daffodil and Bay Leaf. brownjordan.com

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POSH PARASOL When it comes to fashioning elegant shades, nobody does it like Tuuci, who is bringing a new level of customization to their latest collection, Softscapes. Designers can now explore 23 playful fabrics (ranging from tropical to floral to abstract), for the top or underside of their umbrellas, like Ocean Master Max Voilare (seen above) with Plume fabric peeking from beneath. tuuci.com

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SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING Chic beach towels are the new status symbol, and this graphic design from Matouk in collaboration with Schumacher is sure to cement one’s poolside style. Ribbon Beach (left) embodies a serpentine motif in shades of blue and green. Crafted in Portugal of pure cotton, the towel marks the sixth season of partnership between the two beloved brands. matouk.com

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The tale of how CEO Gary Friedman brought RH to Europe is no less than Dickensian in scale. Within the span of nine months, the brand will have opened design galleries in Paris, Milan and (in June) London—a feat Friedman says would be notable if it all unfolded in nine years. These new outposts offer more than furniture, they encompass restaurants, bars and even libraries holding rare architectural tomes.

“They might be the most original, inspiring and immersive consumer experiences in the world,” he observes.

In describing the effort, Friedman frequently references the talents of his team.

But what might cause Charles Dickens, the

master of rags-to-riches sagas such as David Copperfield, to take notice is the CEO’s own story. Friedman grew up poor in Sonoma, California, and struggled with a reading disorder. Later, he dropped out of community college. “People thought I was dumb and treated me that way,” he says. But what his

detractors didn’t know is that Friedman has an eye, and it turned out to be a golden one.

“I saw the world in a certain way, and I knew what I liked,” he explains.

Fast forward several years and up the ladder at iconic American brands (Gap, Williams-Sonoma) to Friedman’s first trip

“ The architectural beauty of Europe was the first thing that hit me. The structures are balanced and symmetrical, and that made sense to me—it made a lasting impression.” — G A R Y F R I E D M A N

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to Europe at age 35 (a Paris work venture), when a seed was planted. “The architectural beauty of Europe was the first thing that hit me,” he says. “The structures are balanced and symmetrical, and that made sense to me—it made a lasting impression.” The visionary vowed to one day do something in these extraordinary places.

The opening of this trio of design galleries in the style capitals of the world is when Friedman truly made good on his promise.

The Milan and London galleries are in historic buildings, and the Paris venue lies behind archaic, nationally protected gates.

All three are fantastically reimagined with the help of London-based Foster + Partners, and they embody the core RH ethos.

“Everything we design—buildings, products, experiences—is done through the lens of architecture,” Friedman notes. “We are obsessed with it.”

Every good Dickens-style story ends with a zinger from a plucky character, and this one is no different. When asked what he would say to his early detractors at this moment of achievement, Friedman offers a simple reply: “Thank you for the motivation.” rh.com

Italian Ascent RH Milan (below), the brand’s first gallery in Italy, is situated in a neoclassical palazzo on Corso Venezia. Behind the 1880s façade, visitors will find a library of rare design books; La Volta, the brand’s first below-ground restaurant; and an interior design studio. Throughout are RH furniture and accessory collections, including the debut of RH Estates, pieces with a classic aesthetic conceived through a contemporary lens.

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In a Stinson Beach home designed by Chloe Redmond Warner, the sounds and smells of the ocean loom large courtesy of massive Fleetwood Windows & Doors sliders. A slatted oak dining set

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Arriving to Stinson Beach after the short but windy drive from San Francisco is a feeling akin to taking a deep breath. Interior designer Chloe Redmond Warner knows the feeling well. After renting a house there during the pandemic, she quickly fell in love with the close-knit community and has since designed interiors for several homes in the area, including this new vacation home by architect Eric Davies.

“The clients wanted the house to feel happy for their three young kids,” recalls Warner, whose new debut book, This Must Be the Place (Abrams), dedicates a chapter to this little slice of paradise. “And not pretentious or overly elegant.” The designer’s solution was to lean into the laid-back, indoor-outdoor living that makes the locale so special. The house frames an open deck with views to the ocean, and when the glass sliders are open, the living area flows seamlessly from inside to out.

Beach-house friendly polished concrete floors balance the riftsawn oak paneling on the interior walls, which evoke a midcentury California coastal cabin feel. To allow the beachy views to be the star, Warner layered the interior with rich, neutral colors and warm, organic textures. Antique rugs, chairs in leather and wood, and accents of bronze throughout keep the open living area feeling grounded and connected to the outside. Kitchen cabinets in a terra-cotta hue offer personality while still acting as a neutral complement to the wood walls.

Whether working on a puzzle in the dining area with the windows open or cozying into the built-in banquette next to the fireplace on a cold evening, the house offers the perfect beach refuge. “There’s a glow and a hush to the house,” says Warner. “When the doors open, you smell the very Stinson scent of salt water, fog and sage. It’s amazing.” redmondaldrich.com

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A Lawson-Fenning game table and De La Espada dining table anchor the main living space. In the kitchen, cabinets painted Red Earth by Farrow & Ball complement Calacatta Viola marble countertops from IRG Stone, as do leather-and-wood bar chairs by Thomas Hayes Studio.

Warner’s new book, This Must Be the Place, elucidates the designer’s intuitive, layered approach to crafting interior atmospheres.

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Behold Neolith’s new Architectural line of nature-inspired wall surfaces—the brand’s first design created exclusively for exterior walls and vertical surfaces. Serpeggiante, one of three models, takes its cues from travertine marble with its linear veining and warm, soft hue. At just 1/4-inch thick, the composite material provides an organic look, offering designers the ability to connect nature with architecture. neolith.com

Talk about a powerhouse pairing—refrigeration brand True Residential and the grill experts at Caliber have joined forces to form True Caliber. The Rockwell Social Grill, designed in collaboration with famed architect David Rockwell, marks their debut. Available in three sizes with natural gas or propane fuel, and with either a grill or griddle cooktop, it features a fully retractable lid that seamlessly disappears.

Most importantly, the appliance comes in any one of True Residential’s curated colors, including Sage. true-caliber.com

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Outdoor kitchens deserve to be outfitted with beautiful fittings just like their indoor counterparts. Enter Brizo, who is taking its beautiful plumbing designs alfresco with the new Odin Outdoor Kitchen Faucet. The brand’s first foray into outdoor products, the Odin (which has an indoor counterpart) is made from solid marine-grade stainless steel to prevent rust, discoloration and corrosion, and boasts a 360-degree swivel spout. brizo.com

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Zephyr’s new Presrv Outdoor Refrigerator has all the bells and whistles one would want in a cooling appliance aimed to elevate your entertaining game. Presrv features a spacious interior with three adjustable shelves that can accommodate cans, bottles, gallon jugs and food, and can function as either a built-in or freestanding unit to fit any kitchen setup. zephyronline.com

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Julie Rootes Interiors

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Colordrunk Designs SOUTHEAST

BEYOND THE REGIONS

A Design Story

GREATER C HIC AGO BATHROOM

OKL A HO M A CI T Y, O K BATH R O O M

Collective Architecture

PKA Architecture

C OLORA DO + THE ROC K IES EX TERIOR A RC HITECTURE

MIN N EAP O L I S, M N EX TERIOR AR CH I T ECT UR E

1100 Architect

Kimmel Studio Architects

GREATER N EW YORK, THE HA MPTON S + C ON N ECTIC UT I NTERIOR A RC HITECTURE (SHOWN A BOVE)

A N N A P O L I S, M D IN TERIOR AR CH I T ECT UR E

French & French Interiors

Artistic Elements

SA N TA FE, N M IN TERIOR DESI G N(S H O W N AB OVE)

Nash Design Group

FA IRFA X STAT I O N, VA JEWEL B OX S PACE S

FLORIDA IN TERIOR DESIGN

JEWEL BOX SPAC ES SAN FRA N C ISC O + N ORTHERN C A LIFORN IA

Studio B Interiors and Design

K ITC HEN LOS A N GELES-SOUTHERN C A LIFORN IA

Field Landscape Architecture L A N DSC A PE A RC HITECTURE SOUTHEAST

Stance Architecture OUTDOOR SPAC ES A RIZON A

Studio Álvarez Interiors

RESTORATION OR REN OVATION FLORIDA

Kriste Michelini

WOW-FACTOR ROOM SA N FRA N C ISC O + N ORTHERN C A LIFORN IA

Jewel Marlowe

Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd. L AS V EG AS, N V KI TCH E N

Dan Gordon Landscape Architects WELLE S L E Y, M A L A N DSC A PE AR CH I T ECT UR E

Pillar & Peacock RIC H M O N D, VA OUTDOO R S PACE S

BarnesVanze Architects

WASHIN GTO N, D.C. RESTORATION O R R E N OVAT I O N

House of L Designs C LEVE L AN D, O H WOW-FACTO R R O O M

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BATH: BATHTUB

JAMES MARTIN VANITIES WITH COSENTINO AND FREEPOWER

BATH: COLLECTION

Avalon 66 Soaking Tub

James Martin Vanities x Cosentino x FreePower Collaboration

Fireclay Bath: The Foundry Collection

BATH: DESIGN

BATH: FIXTURE

BATH: INNOVATION

Disco-Rectangle Tile Insert Drain

Bandeau Chandelier Mount Showerhead

Indoor Sauna

N AT I V E T R A I L S

INFINITY DRAIN®

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F I R E C L AY T I L E

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BATH: COLLABORATION

FLOORING: COLLECTION CARLISLE WIDE PL ANK FLOORS

FURNITURE: CASE GOOD

S TA R K

ALFONSO MARINA

Takeshi Rug

Laumont Buffet

L AWSON-FENNING WITH JOSH GREENE

FURNITURE: COLLECTION

WORKSHOP COLLECTION

FURNITURE: INNOVATION

Agapanthus Collection

Isla Tables

Noah Rotating Desk

Carlisle Curated Flooring Collection

photos: carlisle wide plank floors: mark roskams. stark: courtesy stark. alfonso marina: isabel marina. lawson-fenning with josh greene: yoshihiro makino. workshop collection: matt kisiday. four hands: courtesy four hands.

FLOORING: RUG

FURNITURE: COLLABORATION

FOUR HANDS

R E S I D E N T I A L E XC E L L E N C E I N D E S I G N AWA R D S P R O D U CT W I N N E R S

FURNITURE: TABLE

HARDWARE: COLLABORATION

VERELLEN

DE LA VEGA DESIGNS

A C C U R AT E L O C K & H A R D W A R E WITH JEFFREY AL AN MARKS

The Eloise Sofa

Jules Lily Table

Jeffrey Alan Marks Collection

HARDWARE: DESIGN

KITCHEN: COLLECTION

BANKSTON

The Streaks Collection with YSG

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GAGGENAU

Expressive Series

KITCHEN: DISHWASHER MONOGRAM

24" Premium Fully Integrated Dishwasher - Panel Ready

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FURNITURE: SEATING

KITCHEN: FIXTURE

NEWPORT BRASS Kitchen Trigger-Spray Pull-Down Faucets

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LIGHTING: CHANDELIER ARTERIORS

Jacqueline Chandelier

KITCHEN: INNOVATION JENNAIR®

KITCHEN: RANGE

NextGen Induction Downdraft Cooktop with Bora

36" Induction Range with M Touch

LIGHTING: DESIGN SEGRETO

Luminaria Garden Sculptural Relief with Leslie Ladin Strauss

MIELE

LIGHTING: INNOVATION

JOHN POMP STUDIOS Slumped Collection

R E S I D E N T I A L E XC E L L E N C E I N D E S I G N AWA R D S P R O D U CT W I N N E R S

OUTDOOR: COLLECTION

OUTDOOR: DESIGN

Stefan Lantern

Solenne Collection with Ann Marie Vering

Fllair Collection with Samuel Wilkinson

OUTDOOR: INNOVATION

OUTDOOR: LOUNGE

OUTDOOR: TABLE

Vue Outdoor Sauna

Lulu Day Lounge: Capri

Marquis Tables

POOKY LIGHTING W I T H T H E N O V O G R AT Z

THERMASOL

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TUUCI

DEDON

PROMEMORIA

photos: pooky lighting with the novogratz: amy neunsinger. brown jordan: courtesy brown jordan. dedon: courtesy dedon. thermasol: courtesy thermasol. tuuci: courtesy tuuci. promemoria: daniele cortese.

OUTDOOR: COLLABORATION

SURFACE: DESIGN

SURFACE: INNOVATION

SURFACE: SYSTEM

Strike Fireplaces the 2.0 Collection

Sensa Collection

Seamless Wood Design®

TEXTILES: COLLECTION

TEXTILES: FABRIC

photos: strike by chad dorsey: douglas friedman. cosentino: courtesy cosentino. madera: nils timm visuals. sunbrella with max humphrey and pindler: courtesy sunbrella. maresca textiles: andrew stewart. rosemary hallgarten: courtesy rosemary hallgarten.

STRIKE BY CHAD DORSEY

TEXTILES: COLLABORATION

SUNBRELLA WITH MAX HUMPHREY AND PINDLER Max Humphrey x Pindler x Sunbrella Collection

COSENTINO

MADERA

MARESCA TEXTILES

ROSEMARY HALLGARTEN

Andrews Collection

Valencia Fabric

R E S I D E N T I A L E XC E L L E N C E I N D E S I G N AWA R D S P R O D U CT W I N N E R S

C O N C R E T E C O L L A B O R AT I V E WITH MONIOMI DESIGN

WALLCOVERING: COLLABORATION WOLF-GORDON WITH STUDIOESTUDIO

WALLCOVERING: COLLECTION KRAVET COUTURE

Pezzi Collection

Pompeii Collection

Art District Collection

WALLCOVERING: DESIGN

WALLCOVERING: INNOVATION

LALA CURIO

PHILLIP JEFFRIES

WINDOW: DESIGN

Lucky Charms Wallcovering

Modern Muse Wallcovering

V2 Direct Set Window System

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LACANTINA

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TILE: COLLABORATION

photos: gamadecor: courtesy gamadecor. legno bastone wide plank flooring: diana todorova. adriana hoyos: courtesy adriana hoyos. viefe: courtesy viefe. monogram: courtesy monogram. california faucets: courtesy california faucets. krasnogorov studio: courtesy nikita krasnogorov. belt metal art+design studio: courtesy belt metal art+design studio. kettlewell collection: erin derby. pietra fina natural stone: courtesy pietra fina natural stone. arte: courtesy arte. earthwood design: daniel scott jenkins.

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KETTLEWELL COLLECTION Fall 2025 Fabric Collection

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NATURE OF LUXURY INSPIRED BY THE WILD WORLD

See what happens when creative pros embrace a deeper connection to nature as muse.

From organic materials and earthy textures to eco-minded craftsmanship, this section explores it all.

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Arterra Landscape Architects 415.861.3100 | arterrasf.com |

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A HOME THAT IS IN CONVERSATION with its site is the embodiment of refined living.

Kate Stickley and Gretchen Whittier, partners at their award-winning firm—Arterra Landscape Architects—craft that connection by honoring each home’s unique architecture and locale.

Whittier says, “True luxury is letting the landscape lead; extending daily living outdoors, shaping the palette from what already exists and bringing nature in through local stone, crafted materials and purposeful views.” From first sketches through final installation, they shape outdoor rooms that feel inevitable—continuing interior materials outward, framing views from within and weaving the built elements back into the land with locally sourced stone and tile, crafted by regional artisans. Stickley shares, “We identify what makes each site special and then build on it, simply and genuinely, with details that feel grounded and lasting.”

“ Our greatest achievement is creating a sustainable and meaningful landscape legacy.”

TOP LEFT This project reinterprets a traditional hacienda house and landscape with a distinctly contemporary point of view. From the redesigned entry sequence to the clean lines, muted palette and carefully edited furnishings, every element contributes to a refined, refreshed look. ABOVE The new vanishing-edge lap pool creates a shimmering, spa-like retreat that flows seamlessly into the lush landscape and the striking views beyond. BOTTOM LEFT In the interior courtyard, exuberant, fire-toned plantings bring bold contrast and establish a dramatic focal point for the home’s three wings.

Eggplant-colored cushions at the fire pit and the gentle sound of the basalt fountain add an air of welcoming calm. PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL DYER

ARTERRA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS arterrasf.com

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HSH Interiors 415.702.6460 | hsh-interiors.com |

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TRUE LUXURY BEGINS WHEN design and nature exist in perfect harmony. Holly Snow Hollenbeck, Owner and Principal Designer of HSH Interiors, crafts award-winning luxury homes that dissolve the line between indoors and out by following light, views and the rhythms of each site. “As someone who is happier in nature, I know that the more our homes bring the outdoors in, the better we feel,” she says. “Whether it’s a lushly landscaped patio in San Francisco or an expansive property in Tahoe, that bond matters.” To achieve this, Snow Hollenbeck maps sightlines and seasonal colors then layers tactile elements with soft textiles that echo the terrain. “Bringing natural materials into the home provides a sense of grounding and a timeless connection to the outdoors,” she shares. Organic, innovative and site-responsive, HSH Interiors creates spaces that soothe, restore, inspire and endure, naturally.

“ When interiors read beautifully from without and the outdoors shine from within, a home feels naturally cohesive.”

Q&A ORGANIC ELEGANCE How do you define luxury through a nature-forward lens? Luxury is living with intention: thoughtful planning, exceptional craftsmanship and choices that endure, so a home can be loved for generations.

How do you balance “green” goals with performance? When chemical exposure or environmental impact is a concern, I build fully green furnishings using natural latex and wool fill—pieces that can even biodegrade at the end of their lives.

How does designing in different regions shape your decisions? From the humid seaside jungle of the Dominican Republic to Wyoming’s rugged, windswept mountains, I let the environment, the architecture and the client guide the details so each home feels specific and responsive to its owners and its place.

What makers are exciting you right now?

Invisible Collection rugs, Patagonia granite tabletops and Christopher Boots rock crystal lighting feel like artful extensions of a home’s natural surroundings, especially when complemented with bespoke seating in tactile bouclé.

Where is nature-centric luxury headed next? I hope we see smaller, more practical footprints, more renewable energy like solar, on-demand water heaters and advances in energy-efficient building finishes that make homes healthier and lighter on the planet.

What’s the simplest way to start? Keep what you can, reuse and reupholster whenever possible, buy fewer, better pieces and invest in quality that lasts.

ABOVE A Noé Duchaufour rug for the Invisible Collection, a Patagonia coffee table from The Future Perfect,

a Christopher Boots rock-crystal chandelier via Coup d’Etat and bespoke bouclé sofas create a sculptural, nature-forward tableau. PHOTOGRAPHY KRAFTY PHOTOS

Holly Hollenbeck, Principal Designer hsh-interiors.com | 415.702.6460 | @hshinteriors

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Studio Schicketanz 831.622.9000 | studioschicketanz.com |

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FOR THE APPRECIATOR OF NATURE, there is perhaps no greater luxury than a home

that responds to and respects the surrounding landscape. At Studio Schicketanz, this goal has become a defining ethos. “Whether a sprawling setting or urban environment, we create architecture and interior design that connect to the natural world, while keeping the physical and mental health of the user in mind,” says MaryAnn Schicketanz, who runs her firm alongside Nicole Clapman, Kumaresh Sekaran and Tai Tang. To that end, the team only specifies non-toxic materials and selects from renewable and recycled sources as much as possible. “Luxury clients want environments that reduce stress, improve air quality and honor natural rhythms by embracing things like sunlight.”

“ Biophilic design is reshaping luxury by redefining what’s desirable. Instead of excess, it’s about well-being.”

ABOVE The eastern courtyard shelters from the

cold winds coming off the Pacific, perfect for meals and stargazing. TOP This entry serves as a connector to the guest wing and secondary rooms.

CENTER This home’s family mostly enters from the garage, so the arrival experience was designed to be as welcoming as the front entry. BOTTOM The primary bathroom leads to an outdoor shower and pool, and offers a custom concrete tub with ocean views. PHOTOGRAPHY JOE FLETCHER

Architecture: George Bevan, Bevan & Associates Interior Design: Claudia Juestel, Adeeni Design Group Home Builder: Steve Richins, Steve Richins Construction Landscape Architecture: Todd Cole, Strata Landscape Architecture

WILD, WILD WEST PRESENTED WITH A LANDSCAPE OF CINEMATIC PROPORTIONS, A DESIGN TEAM CREATES A HOME FILLED WITH BEAUTY AND NOSTALGIA. W R I T T E N B Y M A R Y J O B O W L I N G | P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y PA U L D Y E R

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In the great room, much of the furniture was created by interior designer Claudia Juestel, including the sofas flanking the fireplace, a pair of leather-backed armchairs, the rug, the dining table and a double-sided lounge. The ceiling light fixture and sconces are by Daikon Studio, and the paintings are by Liam Everett.

Previous page: From overhead, the beauty of the home’s Pope Valley location is on full display. The siding is ReSawn Timber Co.’s Iruka, a charred cypress. Windows and doors

by Optimum Window embrace the view.

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ope Valley is a rural, unincorporated area in Napa Valley that sits west of Lake Berryessa and seemingly far from the glamour of better-known wine country towns like St. Helena. It’s easy to imagine the sparsely populated region is little changed since 1841, when William Julian Pope staked his claim here and gave the place his name. That timeless nature appealed to the modern-day owners of a 45-acre property, who, as the husband says, love to come here to “step back in time and unwind.” When they purchased this ranch, they envisioned not just a vacation spot, but a compound recalling a bygone era where they could gather with family and friends.

Designer Claudia Juestel, a longtime collaborator of the couple’s, was the natural choice to create a collection of buildings whose styles range from contemporary to rustic, and she was joined by architectural designer George Bevan, landscape architect Todd Cole and the late builder Steve Richins. The main house sits on a small knoll, a spot the owners identified as the ideal location. “We talked about another site,” Juestel recalls. “But they ultimately chose this one for the views of the lake and the hilltop that would allow for the breeze to blow through the residence.”

The midcentury ranch-inspired main dwelling, realized by Bevan, is all about a sense of place. “You could film a classic Western out there,” he says. “The hills seem to go on forever, and the smell of warm grass is in the air. The goal for this house was to make it hard to decide where the built environment starts and the outdoors ends.”

That subtle transition is in evidence in the great room, where a soaring ceiling is topped by parallel rows of windows that let in natural light from above. The room’s oversize glass doors pocket completely into the walls to create a pair of 16-foot-wide openings. framing a valley view on one side and a lake landscape on the other.

The material story is simple and beautifully nuanced. Juestel suggested that the main house be clean-lined; however, the husband’s passion for salvaged items—he is an avid collector of vintage industrial pieces—informed the composition. The floors are concrete; the fireplace surround, island counter, bar backsplash and window frames are crafted from cold-rolled steel; and walls are covered with a light-gray plaster. At the end of the dining room, Juestel installed a steel-framed barn door made with repurposed leather belts that she sourced online, seeking out pieces with metal studs and woven elements. The designer also created multiple rugs that are modern but use traditional Native American basket patterns as inspiration. “The architecture and finishes have a slightly agrarian aesthetic,” she notes. “But the rooms are a soft style of contemporary.”

Outside, the feeling continues. Cole says that while the grounds around the buildings are intended to be sophisticated, he also wanted them to feel “wrought from stone.” The boulder-studded landscape leads visitors around structures and features that include a rustic bar, a boathouse, a pond, a barn that houses

An outdoor dining area off the great room holds a table and chairs by Harbour. The grounds and pool were designed by landscape architect Todd Cole; the lounge chairs are from RH.

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sports vehicles and an arcade, and pastures for peacocks, sheep and two donkeys (one named Tequila, the other Lime). “I always start with the rocks,” Cole says, noting that a vision of crumbling stone structures was in his mind when composing the deceptively effortless landscape.

That adroit, easy nature is evident in a small outbuilding tucked in the woods dubbed the Tin Bar, where the architect says the owner and his friends retreat to “drink, play cards, target shoot and tell stories.” It features a collection of neon signs, an old television turned into a vivarium and a safe reimagined as an end table.

Juestel designed the layout and the long wooden bar but says that otherwise the structure, filled with reclaimed and vintage finds, is “all the husband.”

With the vision complete (for the moment), the husband says he doesn’t have a favorite spot; instead, he favors a time of day. “From the house to a stream, pond and pasture full of animals, there are many things to enjoy,” he says. “When the evening falls, the shadows are amazing, and the place comes alive. It’s magical.”

Above: A powder room’s cowhide wallpaper was devised by Juestel for Kyle Bunting.

She also designed the cement floor tile. The marble sink is by Kreoo, and the hardware is by Watermark. An Ochre sconce is over the mirror; the pendant is by Brokis.

Opposite: In the primary bedroom, the designer created the Angwyn bed. The bedding is made with fabric by Cowtan & Tout, and the woven accent pillow is by Ralucca. The rug, also

by Juestel, is based on Native American patterns. The overhead light is by David Trubridge.

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“ YOU COULD FILM A CLASSIC WESTERN OUT THERE. THE HILLS SEEM TO GO ON FOREVER, AND THE SMELL OF WARM GRASS IS IN THE AIR.”

Above: The Tin Bar is a favorite destination on the property. Juestel says Southern juke joints inspired its form, which is crafted with salvaged metal and decorated with found objects.

Opposite: Inside, the designer created a vintage-inspired bar that sits in front of an antique apothecary cabinet. The owner’s sign collection adorns the space.

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WRIT TEN BY MAILE PINGEL | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENDAN MAININI | STYLING BY RACHEL FORSLUND

EUROPEAN SENSIBILITIES AND CALIFORNIA COOL MELD IN A MARIN COUNTY HOME DESIGNED BY GUILLAUME COUTHEILLAS FOR ENTERTAINING.

FRENCH ACCENT

Interior Design: Guillaume Coutheillas, French California

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or this 1940s home on a terraced hillside in Kentfield, the goal wasn’t an aggressive modernization. Instead, the owners wanted to honor the traditional architecture while updating finishes and bringing in furnishings that spoke to their wish to share the house frequently with family and friends. “Hospitality is central to their lifestyle,” says interior designer Guillaume Coutheillas. To instill the rooms with soulfulness, he looked to the beauty of nature— both the home’s setting, which offers unobstructed views of Mount Tamalpais, as well as his own childhood memories of the landscapes of France.

“The house is filled with a golden, Mediterranean-like light, and the forested hills around it reminded me of the South of France, where my mother is from,” notes Coutheillas, who was born in Paris and now lives in San Francisco and New York. To bring dimension to the previously all-white interiors, the designer added textural limewash, richly hued paint or scenic wallcoverings to nearly every room. “These elements are the project’s most transformative tools.

Layering them brings softness, movement and a gentle glow to the home,” he describes.

For instance, in the dining room, which hosts everything from formal dinners to pizza nights, Coutheillas chose a floor-to-ceiling landscape wallpaper. “It’s reminiscent of Dutch oil paintings and wraps the entire room,” he says. It also creates a dream-like blur between the room and its views of oak trees and dry grasses. “The wife wanted some magic, some whimsy, and the mural really brings that element,” Coutheillas comments. Adjoining the room is the breakfast nook—its banquette is a favorite perch of the couple’s daughter—which flows into the family room and kitchen.

The existing kitchen worked well for the owners, but the designer updated it with new hardware, lighting and paint. He embraced

Opposite: In the breakfast room, seen through the dining room, designer Guillaume Coutheillas paired a Crate & Barrel banquette with a table, chairs and pendant from 1stdibs.

The rug is by Rugvista.

Previous page: One end of the living room is anchored by a Soho Home sofa, vintage Vladimir Kagan chairs and an Ellison Studios coffee table atop a rug from CC-Tapis. The ceiling fixture is by Glustin Luminaires, and the floor lamp is Lambert & Fils.

already in-place features such as the range alcove, a design that plays on French Renaissance hearths and lends itself to the idea of communal meals. “This is a family who loves long dinners, spontaneous gatherings, weekends with friends, cousins sleeping over and children flowing easily between rooms.”

To create depth and character, the designer sourced furnishings crafted with natural materials and organic forms. In the living room, a generous space that lends itself to two separate seating areas, Coutheillas placed a curved blue sofa and bouclé swivel chairs with swooping backs near the windows (“With the morning light, it’s a great reading area,” he notes) and established a “darker, more intimate” space at the opposite end. There, an oak bookcase holds objects meaningful to the family. “These clients have a strong appreciation for craft and contemporary artworks gathered on their travels around the world; they serve as storytelling elements,” Coutheillas muses. The entire space reflects the elevated but casual ethos found throughout the home. “This house feels French in that no rooms are off-limits—they are meant to be used. No one thinks twice about sitting down anywhere,” he adds.

While the couple enjoys a hushed, sage-hued bedroom retreat, “Their priority was creating comfortable guest rooms,” the designer explains. “Since this is Marin, away from the city, friends often stay the night when they come over.” To accommodate everyone, Coutheillas designed a “bunk room for grownups” with stacked beds and a plush, chocolate-brown sofa for additional sleep space. A dusky-pink room currently used as a guest suite will soon become the daughter’s domain. “She had a baby room, but it’s time for her to move into this one now,” the designer says. “It’s an adult room that she can grow into, which is a very European way of treating a child’s space.”

The result of Coutheillas’ work is a home that feels atmospheric and lovingly assembled. “This house reflects the layering of old European homes, but also the light, openness and freedom that California gives you,” he says. “It’s refined but never strict.”

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Coutheillas wrapped the dining room in a Boråstapeter Studio wallpaper and painted the millwork Benjamin Moore’s Dark Olive.

The table is RH, the chairs are by Forom, and the rug is Soho Home. Above the fireplace are an Anthropologie mirror and Lulu and Georgia sconces. The ceiling light is Apparatus.

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The designer retained the kitchen’s existing Dacor wall ovens and range, as well as its polished nickel faucets and hardware from Rejuvenation. At the island, he added Williams-Sonoma Home pendant lights and counter stools from West Elm.

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Above and opposite: Throughout the home, Coutheillas used limewashes from Color Atelier on the walls. He chose a pink hue called Muse for what will become the daughter’s bedroom. The nightstand, bench and floor lamp are all Lulu and Georgia, the dresser is Pottery Barn, and the chaise is from AllModern. The area rug and accent table are Soho Home.

Architecture: Jared Polsky and Laura Van Amburgh, Polsky Perlstein Architects Interior Design: Brad Krefman, Brad Krefman Interior Design Home Builder: Norman Charles, Norman Charles Construction Landscape Architecture: Brad Eigsti, Imprints Landscape Architecture

New Chapter DRAWING ON REFINED LOCALES, DESIGNER BRAD KREFMAN REIMAGINES A LONGTIME FAMILY HOME AS A CLASSIC YET LIVELY RETREAT. W R I T T E N B Y J E N N I F E R P FA F F S M I T H P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y A D A M P O T T S | S T Y L I N G B Y H A B I TAT C R E AT I V E S T U D I O

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he address of the clients’ home in Ross was enough to intrigue Brad Krefman.

When he read it, he says, “I knew the project was going to be something special.” The designer’s intuition was correct: Situated on an acre-size property, the house presented magnificent grounds with mature oaks and exceptional views of a distant Bald Hill. “You don’t see that often,” Krefman notes.

Early conversations with the owners further confirmed this would be an exciting endeavor. The empty nesters had raised their children in the 1970s residence, which had last been remodeled around 2000, and were ready for the next phase: a graceful setting that equally accommodates grandchildren and adult gatherings.

“They wanted to add a level of refinement and sophistication that didn’t exist when their kids were growing up,” Krefman explains.

The designer met the couple via architect Jared Polsky, who had updated the structure 26 years earlier with fellow architect Rich Perlstein and now returned for round two. For this iteration, he referenced the portfolio of Connecticut firm Shope Reno Wharton, whose traditionally crafted estates the husband admires. With general contractor Norman Charles, Polsky and architect Laura Van Amburgh took most of the abode down to the foundation, then reconstructed it with elements such as a cupola, swooping rooflines, smooth gables and a veranda-like front porch. “We’ve done a lot of shingle-style residences,” Polsky says.

“This is probably the crown jewel of them all.” Stone wainscoting lines the façade, punctuated with wood windows, some oval, emphasizing the home’s curves.

The interiors’ viewpoint stems from “vacations, places and experiences that embody a lifestyle the clients were trying to create,” Krefman says. In particular, he tapped into their sentimentality for The Carlyle hotel in New York, establishing an emulative palette of black, white and gold in the foyer. There, artwork in the style of a Ludwig Bemelmans illustration hints at the next space: a gentlemen’sclub-like dining room the designer intended as a reinterpretation of the hotel’s iconic Bemelmans Bar. “Think of it like in The Wizard of Oz—the world goes from black and white to Technicolor. The transition is dramatic,” he muses.

Outfitted with a dining table, bistro seating and plush stools, the space is wrapped in wood panels that frame gold wallpaper murals with Madeline-like scenes. Krefman helped the owners determine the placement of each cheeky vignette—the fishing frog here; the tea-drinking elephant there—and carried the motif onto hand-painted sconce shades.

A de Gournay wallcovering and Rocky Mountain Hardware sconces enliven the dining room’s walnut paneling by Leonardo’s Casework & Design. Lawson-Fenning stools line the bar of Rouge de Rois stone from Da Vinci Marble. Tom Faulkner chairs join a New Classics table.

Previous page: Benjamin Moore’s Black Beauty colors the Loewen windows and doors punctuating the façade. Complementing the structure, landscape architect Brad Eigsti introduced flowering crepe myrtles, hydrangeas and azaleas as well as green plantings including boxwood globes.

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Primed for gatherings, the reworked layout flows from the dining room to the living areas and onto the terrace, balancing intimate, moody spaces and light, bright zones. “The front, formal rooms have refinement, then the back ones have a more rustic relaxedness to them,” the designer observes. For instance, the great room— containing the kitchen, breakfast nook and family area—soars to 17 feet with reclaimed-wood arched trusses. Fronting an oversize window, a grand blackened-steel range hood extending from the ceiling anchors the volume with an industrial note.

Unifying the dwelling’s duality, Krefman threaded golden nature tones throughout, like the entry’s metallic-fabric bench, the dining room’s ochre chairs, a yellow-striped banquette in the breakfast nook and marigold kitchen stools. “Despite the sophistication, there needed to be a layer of whimsy and fun,” he says. “We needed bright colors and unexpected moments.”

Sunshine hues continue outside, as on the chaises surrounding the restored pool. Responding to the architecture, landscape architect Brad Eigsti softened the front of the house with white hydrangeas, azaleas and catmint as well as layered greens like

boxwood globes, while the back unfolds into functional “outdoor rooms”: a cutting garden, citrus grove and turfed play space for grandchildren. “We were trying to keep things classic but comfortable, merging the homeowners’ fun personalities with the house’s formality,” Eigsti describes.

Mirroring the couple’s evolution, the transformation proved a dynamic exercise in lasting design, Krefman says. “We had to look past trends and get back to core principles, analyzing what is classic and timeless—and why,” he reflects. “The clients’ sense of taste has morphed over time, and now they are using the house to its fullest.”

Above: Michael’s Custom Built Upholstery fabricated the breakfast nook banquette, using a C&C Milano textile. A pair of Mulligan’s chairs faces a Dos Gallos table. A Cox London light hangs from the whitewashed and scraped cedar ceiling.

Opposite: Reclaimed oak timbers and B-K Lighting fixtures arc over the kitchen. Da Vinci Marble supplied the island’s Petit Granit limestone and the Bianco quartzite backsplash.

Cabinetry by Leonardo’s Casework & Design exhibits hardware from The Golden Lion. The stools are by Lawson-Fenning. Waterworks faucets and a Lacanche range complete the scene.

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Above: Tuuci umbrellas shade RH chaise lounges alongside the renovated backyard pool.

To round out the mature oak trees on the lush site, Eigsti added dogwoods and cherry trees.

Opposite: A bluestone staircase leads from the back of the house to the rear yard and pool, which received new coping. Retaining walls hold plantings selected for their low heights.

“I didn’t want to hide the house,” Eigsti says.

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Born in Southern California, Lynx defines a sophisticated outdoor way of life, blending world-class craftsmanship, intuitive performance and industry-leading innovation into the ultimate luxury cooking experience.

This beautifully designed residence features classic gridded windows that lend clean lines and architectural interest. Marvin windows frame each opening with craftsmanship and clarity, welcoming abundant natural light while enriching the home’s warm, inviting atmosphere.

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Anne Sneed Architectural Interiors

Sand and Velvet Design

Thoughtfully designed spaces, grounded in realistic real estate investment parameters.

The SoCal studio is shaped by a vibrant, good-humored team that values collaborative creativity and honest relationships, ensuring every client’s vision is fully realized.

In this Newport Beach kitchen, Sand and Velvet Design balances warmth with architectural clarity through exposed timber beams, soft white cabinetry and layered lighting. Natural materials, tailored millwork and a restrained palette define the space’s timeless California coastal character.

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IN A LOCALE WITH as many breathtaking natural vistas as California, windows and doors

prove a vital consideration in the design of one’s home. At All Weather Architectural Aluminum, this fact is understood and accommodated in every product. “We have been designing and manufacturing custom aluminum windows and doors for more than 55 years,” says President Sarah Harper. “Utilizing the highest quality of materials and applying superior workmanship, we offer a comprehensive range of energy-efficient, thermally broken aluminum windows and doors.” As a third-generation family-owned company, All Weather also knows a thing or two about connecting with its clients—homeowners and design pros alike. “Our core values are excellence, integrity, empowerment, accountability, respect and customer service. We help every client find the perfect customized solution for their project.”

The Lineup

All Weather offers multiple window and door series with varying frame depths, frame options, minimum and maximum sizes, glazing options and performance levels. Here are the most recent offerings: Windows: All our window series feature a clean, contemporary aesthetic. The Series 6100 and Series 6200 windows deliver best-in-class energy efficiency and are Title 24 compliant using the performance method.

Doors: The Series 8100 Multi Slide is our signature door product and offers endless design possibilities, with an unlimited number of panels and 90-degree corner, pocketing and flush stacking configurations.

Spatial Secret

“An open floor plan is the trend now,” Harper shares. “In smaller homes, where it might be difficult to achieve this, the illusion can be created using larger window sizes or a door that brings in light. This makes the spaces feel more expansive.”

Harper also notes that more contemporary frames, with thinner lines, can sometimes make a big difference in utilizing visual space to the fullest. “It can make the home appear larger, but it also invites in more of the view—win, win.”

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opportunity for incredible multi-slide door systems that blur indoors and out. BOTTOM The Benloch Ranch home by Curtis Design Group makes use of windows and doors at various heights to spotlight breathtaking views. ABOVE Mark English Architects used All Weather products to create a far-fromaverage staircase. PHOTOGRAPHY Top by ELLIOTT JOHNSON; Bottom by SAGE HOMES; Above by TOUR SPACE

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“ Great homes are built on trust. When homeowners feel informed, respected and supported, the results speak for themselves.”

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ASK ANYONE WHO HAS UNDERGONE A MAJOR HOME RENOVATION to pinpoint the most important factor, and their answer is likely to mention the selection of a top-notch builder.

Finding the right construction partner in bringing one’s dream to life can make or break the experience. At MN Builders, a deep understanding of this drives everything the team does.

“Our mission is simple: give our clients absolute confidence during one of the most complex and emotional investments of their lives,” says Rich Robb, President and CEO. “MN Builders is known for a highly structured, transparent and collaborative approach to custom homes and renovations. Clear scopes, realistic budgets, detailed schedules and consistent communication remove uncertainly and allow homeowners to enjoy the creative side of building.” Whether they are building a multigenerational estate or renovating a compact home, the MN Builders approach is always tailored to the client and their vision of home.

Practical + Ambient

Upon being asked to note some of the most highimpact renovation choices, Robb emphasizes how changes big or small can be game-changers.

“Renovating the highest use areas, like kitchens and bathrooms, makes a high impact, but carefully considered changes to the layout, as well as organization and storage in ancillary spaces like mudrooms, garages, laundry rooms and hallways, can also make a key difference to daily living,” he shares. “This is especially true when you combine these with improvements to the lighting in those spaces, adding skylights, windows or thoughtful task lighting.”

Anticipatory Design A trend that has quickly become a must-have is the dedicated home workshop or maker space. What used to be a small corner of the garage is now intentionally designed into the home from the start.

In the project featured here, the homeowners prioritized a large basement workshop built specifically for hands-on projects and a car lift, accessible via a light-filled interior stair. The space includes generous room for tools, work surfaces and metal and wood fabrication equipment, transforming the basement into a functional creative studio rather than simple storage. What makes this trend so compelling is that homeowners increasingly want their homes to support their passions and professions. A well-designed workshop provides a durable, organized environment.

Local Legacy ABOVE From the beautiful backyard, there is little to indicate the basement workshop hidden below. TOP RIGHT

Halfway through this project, the client realized they wanted more of a dedicated workspace in the basement.

Working closely with Ogawa Fisher Architects and BKG Structural Engineers, MN Builders made a fantastic pivot.

PHOTOGRAPHY JOE FLETCHER PHOTOGRAPHY

MN Builders was founded in 1981 as a custom cabinet and millwork shop in West Oakland.

Over the years, it has grown into a full-service residential construction partner serving homeowners who care deeply about quality, transparency and trust. The firm completes projects throughout Northern California and is proudly 100-percent employee-owned as of 2021.

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WHEN ONE SEEKS TO MAKE A MAJOR RENOVATION IMPACT, natural stone surfaces

are often at the top of the list. Striking, distinctive and rich in visual presence, these materials bring a sense of artistry to a space, often becoming the defining element that completes a design. Michele Bernardini and Federico Bernardini are the proprietors of Pietra Fina Natural Stone. They invite designers, architects and homeowners to discover an exceptional collection in their two-and-a-half-acre Bay Area showroom. While Michele shares his passion for stone with clients on the showroom floor, Federico, who is based in Carrara, Italy, travels throughout the region hand-selecting raw blocks from world-renowned quarries. Together, they combine heritage, craftsmanship and expertise to create a company celebrated for exceptional service, a curated selection and deep knowledge of natural stone.

“ Natural stone offers organic veining, soft luminosity and timeless elegance, bringing natural artistry into any space.”

Slabs + Sealants

What are homeowners most concerned with when shopping natural stone? Michele notes, “Homeowners are asking for bigger, single-piece slabs for seamless kitchen islands, countertops and fireplaces, eliminating visible seams for a cleaner, more luxurious look. They also want enhanced marble protection. We recommend high-performance sealants, which are anti-etch and stain-resistant to preserve finish and color.

These options enable clients to enjoy expansive, uninterrupted marble surfaces with long-lasting beauty and easier upkeep.”

Top Trends

When it comes to new builds and whole-home remodels, there are certain overarching trends the Pietra Fina team has noticed. Michele shares, “They are leaning toward more open floor plans that still incorporate intimate, defined spaces for flexibility and privacy. Popular design elements include double islands, marble stove hoods and counter-to-ceiling backsplashes that create a bold focal point. Butler’s pantries or second prep kitchens are also in demand, along with dedicated entertainment spaces designed for hosting and everyday living.”

Project Perfection

“One project that truly showcased our philosophy and products was a luxury fireplace in Pebble Beach (right), where we supplied Calacatta Oyster Marble,” Federico shares. “Rather than mirror marble with book-matched veins, they orientated the slabs for all veining to run in the same direction seamlessly.”

LEFT This breathtaking kitchen designed by S-Squared Architects highlights Calacatta Borghini Marble countertops. PHOTOGRAPHY JONATHAN MITCHELL

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