The transformative power of paint can define every aspect of a home. Guided by the vision of designers, architects and professional painters, each room becomes a canvas, with paint serving as a powerful backdrop. Faces of Design, presented in partnership with Benjamin Moore, offers an inspiring inside look at how today’s creative leaders use paint to design spaces that are unforgettable. Step into their projects and perspectives, where color—from bold, dramatic statements to subtle, layered neutrals—shapes each story.
In the minds of design’s most discerning talents, the idea of sanctuary is ever-present, shaping the spaces one inhabits. For designer Momo Wong, it’s the foundation of her work. “My practice is centered on how home can truly nurture,” she says. “It’s about honoring memories while creating a space for what’s to come.” Wong’s aesthetic is both intentional and inviting—timeless, tailored and layered with striking moments, including her signature use of color. This shared reverence for color and harmony is what sparked Wong’s partnership with professional painter Jesus Mulato. “We collaborated on a project, and Jesus’ energy was immediate,” Wong recalls. “His enthusiasm and attention to craft made it clear we’d be working together for a long time.” Mulato shares the sentiment. “A strong designer-painter relationship transforms plans and paint swatches into beautiful reality,” he says. “Momo’s precision, her eye for color and clarity of vision make her an extraordinary collaborator.” Together, they draw from Benjamin Moore’s library of 3,500-plus colors to create spaces that feel deeply personal and beautifully expressive, bringing warmth, character and individuality to every detail.
momowongdesign.com; dadandsonpainting.com
At its core, design is storytelling—an alchemy of materials, mood and meaning. For interior architect and designer Clive Lonstein, it’s this narrative power that drives his work. “I’m endlessly fascinated by how finishes, materials and color can elicit emotion,” he says. “Paint, in particular, has this incredible range—it can whisper or make a statement, and that nuance really matters.” To achieve this balance, Lonstein turns to one of his most trusted collaborators, professional painter Francisco Bojorquez. “Francisco’s craftsmanship is impeccable,” Lonstein says. “He respects the process, never rushing, and that integrity shows in the results.” Their partnership spans over three years and countless projects, each defined by precision and attention to detail. For Bojorquez, the satisfaction lies in translating vision into form. “What I love most is bringing someone’s imagination to life,” he reflects. “Clive’s ability to see both the fine details and the big picture gives us clear direction. From there, we build something extraordinary together.” With Lonstein’s elevated design chops and Bojorquez’s expert execution, their collaboration consistently raises the bar for intentional, artful interiors. clivelonstein.com; reliableandaccuratepainting.com
The prep work is the most important part. It guarantees durability, improves the appearance and helps the paint adhere better.”
–FRANCISCO BOJORQUEZ
Kitchens, bathrooms and smaller spaces often benefit from a slightly higher sheen, giving them a more spacious feel.”
–DAREK GOLABEK
For an interior designer, true creative fluency lies in the ability to pivot—stylistically, conceptually and emotionally—with each project. London-based designer Isabella Worsley embraces this adaptability as a guiding principle. “Being stylistically nimble is essential,” she says. One of the most powerful tools in her arsenal? Paint. The final finishes beautifully complement the story that begins with fabric. Worsley often starts with a woven texture to guide the chromatic direction of a space. “A shade pulled from a textile feels more considered, more connected,” she notes. This thoughtful approach resonates with Darek Golabek, the professional painter who expertly executes each detail. “It’s a gift to work with someone who understands your shorthand,” Worsley explains. Together, they use paint to set tone, alter scale, shift mood and ground a room’s architectural story. “Prep is everything,” Golabek emphasizes. “A dry matte finish is my go-to for walls, but in smaller spaces, a high-gloss finish using Advance can be bold and unexpected. It’s all about perfect preparation.”
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In interior design, the smallest details make the greatest impact—none more so than paint, the element that transforms surfaces through hue, texture and finish. For Mélanie Cherrier and Laurence Pons Lavigne, the creative duo behind Blanc Marine Intérieurs, the artful use of color is central to their aesthetic: timeless, refined and contemporary in its simplicity. “Design lives in the details, and paint is a crucial one that can make or break the visual impact,” says Cherrier. To bring their vision to life, they rely on Charles Campeau, a painting specialist whose technique and steady hand have made him a key collaborator for over five years. “What started as a simple referral evolved into a lasting partnership,” Lavigne says. “Charles is meticulous, patient and brings a calm energy to each project.” With a shared love for earthy tones, the finish is as important as the hue itself. “We usually opt for Regal Select Interior for its washability,” Campeau explains. “For deeper shades, Aura Interior with a matte finish creates a rich, velvety texture.” Together, they compose spaces where color becomes an experience—balanced, beautiful and atmospheric. blancmarine.ca; Charles Campeau: 450.631.1587
The visual language of a home sets the tone for every detail, and nowhere is this more evident than in designer Claudia Afshar’s recent 26,000-square-foot project, where architecture and masterful design converge in a Mediterranean silhouette. For the interiors, Afshar envisioned a dialogue between a romantic Italian villa and refined transitional design, with paint becoming a defining element. “This wasn’t a project where you simply choose three shades for baseboards, walls and ceilings,” Afshar explains. “One room alone required layer upon layer of carefully considered finishes.” From elaborate casings, face boards and ceilings to applied wall paneling and crowns, the design demanded a nuanced palette and expert application. This is where Antonio Martinez stepped in, bringing in his artisanal techniques to ensure the project’s flawless finish. Known for his craftsmanship, Martinez transformed even the simplest substrates into heirloom-quality finishes, painting MDF to mimic aged wood and using advanced spray applications to meet tight timelines without sacrificing precision. His golden rule? “It all starts with prep and Benjamin Moore’s Fresh Start Primer. Getting that foundation right makes all the difference.” claudiaafshar.com; amcustompainting.com
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Great design collaborations go beyond complementary skills—they thrive on shared creativity and mutual inspiration. Enter DuVäl Reynolds and Joe Conticello, whose partnership exemplifies this perfect alignment. When asked about their favorite paint colors, both share a laugh before replying, “We’re not sure we can settle on just one, but it would probably be something electric and aggressive.” A look at their work together on projects confirms this; it’s bold, dynamic and full of unapologetic color choices. It all began when Reynolds enlisted Conticello and his team for a project in his own home. The outcome was a standard of craftsmanship that solidified the foundation of a trust-based partnership. Today, they approach every project with a deep respect for each other’s expertise, from design to execution. Reynolds explains, “When it comes to product, that’s Joe’s domain. He’s the expert, whether we’re using Aura, Regal Select or Advance.” Conticello adds, “What I admire about DuVäl and his team is their efficiency and clarity. They have a laser-sharp vision, and every detail is thoughtfully considered, making each project a true collaboration.” duvalreynolds.com; premiumpainters.com
A fresh coat of paint can transform a space, brightening it, adding warmth or completely redefining its character. It has the power to create intimacy, enhance natural light or even define distinct areas.”
–DUVÄL REYNOLDS
FROM PREP TO PERFECTION—EXPERT ADVICE ON COLOR, TECHNIQUE AND FINISH.
Best Paint Product
“Aura Interior is my go-to— it delivers exceptional color, beauty, and performance every time.”
–CLIVE LONSTEIN
Inspiring Color Palettes
“I’m naturally drawn to rich, jewel-like tones, but lately I’ve been gravitating toward the understated beauty of a more rustic palette. I adore Firenze AF-225.”
–ISABELLA WORSLEY
Go-To Technique
“I love rolling; it creates a flawless, even finish that works seamlessly in any space.”
–CHARLES CAMPEAU
Transform With Texture
“Faux finishes and specialty techniques let you add character, texture and dimension—Benjamin Moore paints bring those details to life beautifully.”
–ANTONIO MARTINEZ
Perfecting Every Hue
“Paint is the foundation of a project. You can’t finalize a color until you see it in the space—it has to feel just right.”
–CLAUDIA AFSHAR
Trusted Favorite
“Regal Select is durable and stain-resistant, making it ideal for high-traffic areas or spaces that require frequent cleaning, like kitchens or bathrooms.”
–JOE CONTICELLO
Personal Favorites from this Year’s Designers and Painters
SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2025
The excitement, the wardrobe planning, the quiet transformation as you stepped into a slightly new version of yourself. That desire for reinvention still lives in all of us, and fall is the perfect time to tap into it again.
Coming home from summer travels—whether you spent time by the sea, in the garden, wandering through cities, or unplugging in the quiet—there’s a shift. A desire to look inward. To refresh. To take all the inspiration you’ve gathered and translate it into your space.
This issue is designed to help you do just that. We’ve curated an abundance of ideas to spark your next chapter at home. Inside you’ll nd creative visions from industry leaders and collaborations between designers and brands that push boundaries and reimagine what’s possible. And we’re especially proud to bring you fresh perspectives from across the country, from kitchens that command attention, to walls that act as art, to the subtle elegance of organic textures and natural materials employed in surprising ways.
This fall, we hope you’ll feel what we feel: energized, inspired, and ready to reimagine your surroundings. Because just like that perfect backto-school out t, your home should make you feel like the best version of yourself—con dent, comfortable and always evolving.
XO,
Jill Cohen Editor in Chief Follow me @jilleditsluxe
Come home to the colors of nature.
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DESIGN DISPATCH
The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.
76 SNAPSHOT
From paneling to cabinetry, exquisite millwork storms the pages of LUXE around the country.
78 READ THE ROOM
Sumptuous spaces by three top design firms make the case for maximalist wall treatments.
86 INSPIRING MINDS
Designer Corey Damen Jenkins takes pause from a bustling fall to divulge his latest pursuits.
102 TREND
Dive into the color guide for fall, plus the season’s must-have furnishings and paint picks.
108 SPOTLIGHT
Design stars and brands unite and delight with much-anticipated product collections.
116 MEET THE MAKER
Find inspiration from companies preserving and championing decorative wall applications.
122 MOOD BOARD
Top talents manifest their current design musings using textiles, wallpapers and more.
130 ROUNDUP
From organic shapes to geometric wonders, LUXE has you covered with standout rugs.
138 KITCHEN + BATH
The definitive report on the state of kitchens, from the latest product innovations to exclusive interviews with experts.
For some homes, windows become more than a building element. All the more reason to start with the world's best materials and designs, sustainably crafted. To transcend function and open the world of stunning sight lines, playful light and museum-quality views. A tall order for a normal window, but not for windows that never compromise. Learn more >
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Marmol Radziner adroitly sculpts a green-roofed guest home into the slope of a former flower farm in Santa Barbara County.
Written by Abigail Stone
Photography by Roger Davies/OTTO
In Beverly Hills, Sheldon Harte and Landry Design Group meld elevated furnishings and atmospheric hues with rustic elements.
Written by Kelly Phillips Badal
Photography by Douglas Friedman/Trunk Archive
Styling by Anita Sarsidi
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Natural finishes and tones flow through a resort-like Rancho Mirage refuge conceived by Louis Bretaña and Charlie Hellstern.
Written by Jessica Ritz
Photography by Lance Gerber
ON THE COVER: Locally sourced sandstone frames the open kitchen backdropping the great room of a guest home designed and fully realized by Marmol Radziner in Santa Barbara County. Interior designer Ashley Nath paired J39 Mogensen chairs with a custom banquette topped by a Smilow Design pendant and pulled together a Piero Lissoni for Living Divani sofa, Guillerme & Chambron slipper chair and Axel Vervoordt table to form a seating area. Page 162
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What is it that makes a brand the natural first choice when one is creating life’s most important projects? For Chicago-based design icon Amy Storm, it is about working with a company that has an abiding reputation for outstanding quality, innovation, durability, customization and care. Since 1912, Marvin has remained committed to crafting custom windows and doors with all of the above … and so much more. That is precisely why they were Storm’s go-to when she was planning a newly built home for her own family. Known as the Shelter for the Storms project, the home’s unique blend of classic lines and contemporary character called out for windows and doors that would both enhance and elevate the overall aesthetic—and Marvin’s Ultimate Collection proved the perfect fit. “We decided to go with one of our favorite exterior finishes called Gunmetal,” Storm says. “It’s a charcoal gray with a subtle blue undertone that I absolutely love—it is the most perfect
neutral that blends with everything.” For Storm, windows and doors that offered her freedom of choice was another important point. “Marvin has an incredible option where the outside can look different from the inside,” she shares. “We took full advantage of that by painting the interior sashes in a darker shade, which created a richer look and feel.” Speaking to this, Christine Marvin, a fourth-generation member of the Marvin family and the company’s Chief Marketing and Experience Officer, adds, “The capability of the Ultimate Casement shines in this home. For those, like Amy, looking for design flexibility, Ultimate is the ideal choice for refined, handcrafted, custom design with superior modern-day performance.” With Storm and her family happily living in their new home, what is her key takeaway? “When I walk through the house, I see so many thoughtful details, ideas and creative twists that bring a sense of calm and make me feel proud of our design process and skills.”
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For his fourth and latest furniture collection with Hickory Chair, architectural and interior designer Ray Booth, principal partner of McAlpine, sought to fill a void. “It really all started with what was missing,” he recalls of the genesis for the 45-piece Tectonic collection that encompasses chairs, sofas, tables, dressers and bed frames. Another key driver was materiality: oak with a light, low-sheen finish as well as metals like browned steel and antique brass. “From there,” Booth continues, “we explored new forms and shapes that we were not seeing in our line or out in the marketplace.” The resulting designs are at once exceedingly comfortable— a hallmark of the Hickory Chair brand—and refined, with nods to Booth’s architectural background. Take the Aiden swivel chair and sofa (right). “The sculpted back of these pieces reflects a new profile,” he says, noting that “while this form is angular in shape, it still incorporates great comfort and fit.” hickorychair.com; @rayboothdesign
WRITTEN BY LARA HALLOCK
Joining forces with Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen, Perennials and Sutherland unveils an enthralling new collection of dapper decor. Building on their lauded 2021 partnership, this next chapter marks Van Duysen’s foray into wallcoverings along with his distinctive furnishings and textiles. “I wanted to explore how texture and rhythm could become architectural elements in their own right, and Perennials offered the technical expertise and creative openness to bring that vision to life,” the architect explains. His Stitchery wallcovering (left), for instance, features a printed design on vertical strings for tactile appeal, while a new wood veneer, Tierceron, celebrates the natural grain of each panel. “Vincent brings an architect’s sensibility to the collection. It’s more about form, shape and loads of texture,” notes Amy Williams, vice president of creative at Perennials and Sutherland. Retaining a sense of quiet sophistication, the new pieces unfold in a spectrum of lavenders, apricots, blues and neutrals. Each design embodies the brands’ shared commitment to beauty, innovation, quality and lasting craftsmanship. perennialsandsutherland.com; @vincentvanduysen
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“I didn’t think I’d go back to shopkeeping again,” admits designer Nathan Turner, but with the launch of his California Collection of wallpapers and fabrics came the lure of a boutique. “It was my pal Peter Dunham of Hollywood at Home that suggested I open my own showroom in Los Angeles. I paused and then thought, ‘He’s right, I know how to do this!’ ” As Turner began the property search, fate stepped in. “I kept saying I wanted something like the Claremont showroom—the perfect size, a charming building—then a few weeks later, as I’m driving down La Cienega, I look over at Claremont, and there’s a ‘for lease’ sign in the space next door.” The fun part? “Claremont’s first L.A. showroom was in the back of my little shop on Almont, so it’s a full-circle moment,” he shares. Visitors to Turner’s eponymous atelier, which opened this spring, will find the designer’s fabrics and wallpapers, antiques, naturalistic artworks and, come next year, his new book, I Love Decorating nathanturner.com
In celebration of Minotti Los Angeles’ 20th anniversary, owner Mary Ta has updated the Beverly Boulevard space inside and out. “Our showroom serves four purposes now,” she explains. “Like the Milan fair, it inspires; it shows different moods; it’s a workspace for the trade; and it’s a comfortable place to hang out.” At the heart of the refresh are new designs from architects and designers including Marcio Kogan, GamFratesi, Nendo, Hannes Peer and Giampiero Tagliaferri. If Ta has a personal favorite, it might be the Bézier seating system by Kogan. “It combines beautiful emotions—luxurious lounging, fun entertaining and cool comfort,” she says. But each new piece is a response to an evolution she has watched firsthand. “L.A. has become more sophisticated and international,” she reflects. “My clients know more of what they want now, and how their homes serve their lifestyles.” minotti-la.com
This year is Thomas Lavin’s 25th anniversary and, to honor the occasion, he has welcomed no less than seven new artisanal brands to his Pacific Design Center and Laguna Design Center showrooms.
“From Alison Berger’s glassworks shaped by age-old techniques to hand-felted textiles by Fog & Fury, each brings something thoughtful and original,” says Lavin. Other arrivals include furnishings from metal artist Evan Lewis, textiles from Spanish weaver Alhambra, Nest Studio hardware, sustainability-focused Canadian furniture company Stackabl and textiles by French artist Karin Sajo, whose work reflects her time at Dior and Jean Paul Gaultier. “Tastes shift with time, but not our clients’ desire for authenticity and excellence,” Lavin adds, noting that curiosity, consistency and community have been key to his success.
“Staying open to new ideas is essential, and I’m still on the floor daily, connecting with clients and designers, because that’s where the magic happens.” thomaslavin.com
Designer Nina Takesh’s debut furniture line, which includes seating, tables, a bed and a credenza, embodies the European élan of the interiors she creates for her clients. Here, she shares her inspiration. ninatakesh.com
What prompted this line? I saw a gap in the market for designs that felt emotionally resonant yet elevated, timeless but with a distinct personality.
Describe your aesthetic. I’m drawn to the contrast between clean lines and rich textures. My background in fashion sharpened my eye, while my cultural roots—my Persian heritage and French upbringing—have instilled in me an appreciation for beauty that tells a story.
Why manufacture in Los Angeles? This place has been an important part of my journey. It’s about being hands-on and supporting the creatives in the city I call home.
You selected Misia Paris for the upholstery. Materials carry emotional weight, and Misia’s fabrics bring a quiet luxury that complements the spirit of this collection.
Family-run Los Angeles design studio Block Shop has launched its first line of performance fabrics with Sunbrella. The collection, called Hollyhock, takes its inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1919 Hollyhock House, which became the city’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site on its centennial. Wright’s design for the home melded Mayan and Art Deco influences into a style he called California Romanza, and its ge ometric and floral ornamentation has been freshly reimagined by Block Shop into dynamic, textural patterns. The collection includes 12 exuberant designs, each expressed with the studio’s signature handblock print aesthetic. Highlights include Crescent, a zig-zag stripe with a moon motif; Jetty, a wave-like pattern punctuated by bouclette dots; and Posey, stylized flowers set within pinstripes. The soft yet durable fabrics exude a bespoke feel and are designed for indoor-outdoor living in a palette of natural colorways including Cardinal, Brick, Sea Glass, Juniper and Prairie—a sophisticated yet subtle line perfect for the gentle California fall. sunbrella.com; blockshoptextiles.com
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“We envisioned the bar (above) not just as an amenity, but as a destination nested within the home’s grand volumes. The palette of natural woods, rich marble and matte black metal sets an elevated and deeply inviting tone.”
—Ryan Burke aparallel.com
“The kitchen (top, right) walls are made of Santa Barbara sandstone, with a portion incorporating boulders found on-site. Natural wood cabinetry adds warmth and texture, while cedar ceilings emphasize a strong indooroutdoor connection.”
—Ron Radziner marmol-radziner.com
“I wanted to create a moment in the front entry vestibule (right), and an architectural detail felt like the perfect option. The wood paneled squares are made of Douglas fir and slightly wire brushed with a matte lacquer finish.”
—Terri Ricci terriricci.com
“This house is all about sensual surfaces. A wainscot of polished silver Cristallo quartzite and over100-year-old reclaimed French oak paneling wrap the primary bathroom (left). It’s a very indulgent space for the senses and the mind.”
—Sheldon Harte hartebrownlee.com
“The material palette of this foyer (below) begins with slatted paneling crafted from rift-cut white oak. These sculptural surfaces rhythmically wrap the space and extend onto concealed doors, creating a unified architectural envelope.”
—Jennifer Morrow jenmarieinteriors.com
“I was drawn to Nordic cabinetry for this kitchen (bottom, left), which features planked whole timbers with imperfections that are precisely what make them perfect. The casualness of the material lends humanity and warmth.”
—Ben Humphrey lineworkarchitecture.com
IN A WORLD OF DESIGN POSSIBILITIES, WHY BE BORING?
FOUR TALENTS SHARE A BOLDER TAKE ON SURFACE TREATMENTS.
WRITTEN BY GRACE
BEULEY HUNT
“Old Florida meets the French Riviera” was the inspiration for Heather and Matt French’s pattern-happy overhaul of this Sunshine State residence. Merging these vivid influences in singular fashion, the husband-and-wife design duo employed a sophisticated medley of muddy, saturated tones and precisely scaled patterns to flavor the public and private spaces.
Take the library (previous page), a cozy entertaining enclave for wine and conversation, or the primary bedroom (above), a deeply personal and serene retreat just for the clients. In both rooms—and throughout the home— characterful wall treatments yield a wonderfully lived-in sensibility.
“Millwork played a crucial role in setting the mood and adding visual weight to the library,” Heather French affirms. “The green used on the
built-ins is echoed in the wallpaper that envelops the room, with varying shades of the same hue layered throughout to create depth while maintaining a cohesive palette.” And in the primary bedroom, “The wallpaper is the undeniable showstopper,” she continues. “We intentionally played with mid-scale patterns, breaking the usual rule of mixing differently scaled motifs, and instead focused on introducing contrast through color and texture.” Adds the designer of the home’s resounding design lesson, “Successful layered decorating isn’t about more, it’s about more that makes sense together.”
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The primary bedroom’s pattern-happy mélange includes Pierre Frey’s Momiji wallpaper and a Julian Chichester bed with a headboard upholstered in a Morris & Co. textile. Selvedge blue by Farrow & Ball on the millwork produces a soothing pop.
A new-build, white-box apartment can give the illusion of patina and history—and this Manhattan apartment designed by Benjamin Vandiver is proof. To bring an aged sensibility to the austere canvas, Vandiver began by coating the walls of the public spaces in a hand-troweled plaster finish inspired by one of Bunny Mellons homes. “It blurs the edges of the room and softens the light, making everything feel a bit more cinematic,” he muses.
The plaster lays a tonal base for Vandiver’s surprising symphony of antique French lighting, modern art and statement draperies in the living room. “The commanding presence of the curtains allowed us to have a bit more freedom with art,” he notes, referencing the large-scale contemporary work by Matt DiGiacomo, which sits in pleasing juxtaposition to the pools of chartreuse silk at the
windows. “Style lives in the edit,” he says. “It’s knowing when to take one thing away or when to add the one piece that throws it all off kilter in the best way.”
The walls’ carefully layered sensibility carries through to the upholstery, where an irreverent array of textiles—tiger velvet, yellow check and floral chintz—“together suggest something painterly and relaxed,” Vandiver posits. “There’s just enough tension between them to keep things from feeling too composed. It reinforces the idea that the room was assembled not prescribed; collected rather than decorated.”
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Schumacher’s Nancy Floral chintz on a tufted armchair lends a distinctly traditional note to a corner of this living room designed by Benjamin Vandiver. Antique French lighting and rustic accent tables frame a contemporary painting by Matt DiGiacomo.
What was once an indoor playground for kids is now a sultry dining lounge thanks to Jessica Knauf’s creative vision. When the Colorado-based designer signed on to transform her clients’ new Denver home, she took inspiration from their love of entertaining in converting the abode’s quirkiest amenity into a decadent room for hosting gatherings large and small.
“T hey dreamed of a moody, elevated space that evoked the atmosphere of a tucked-away lounge in the city,” Knauf recalls. “We embraced the idea that the room would shine at night and leaned fully into that energy, layering in rich colors, luxe textures and inviting lighting,” she explains of the milieu. “Every detail is designed to feel immersive and warm.”
Arguably the crown jewel of said details is an 18-foot-wide mural depicting towering cranes,
which Knauf played up by mounting it proud of the wall, accented by a subtle backlight and flanked by sculptural sconces. “The mural was our hero piece—epic in scale and dripping in character,” she says. “It set the tone for the room’s blend of elegance and a bit of attitude.”
Against a backdrop of deep, enveloping teal paint, the graphic beauty of the mural pops, turning the walls into a highly original and memorable moment.
“Designing a space intended for nighttime use gave us permission to be bold,” she continues. “It’s glamorous, but grounded. Colorful, but never chaotic.” jessknauf.com
Benjamin Moore’s Newburg Green wraps the walls of this Denver lounge, where a deGournay mural commands attention. Opposite a wet bar, designer Jessica Knauf composed a cocktail area fit with Lawson-Fenning seating. The sconce is The Urban Electric Co.
ON THE BRINK OF HIS BUSIEST SEASON YET, COREY DAMEN JENKINS SCHOOLS LUXE ON HIS BRAVE AND HOLISTIC APPROACH TO DESIGN.
WRITTEN BY GRACE BEULEY HUNT
THE DESIGNER EXPOUNDS ON SEVERAL FORTHCOMING PROJECTS, INCLUDING A NEW TOME, A YOUTUBE SERIES AND AN IN-THE-WORKS LIGHTING COLLECTION.
The day I interview Corey Damen Jenkins, he’s just unboxed an advanced copy of his second monograph, Design Reimagined. “The idea was to create a jewel box of a book,” Jenkins explains, pointing to its linen casing printed in a Kravet Couture peacock pattern, a decadent surprise beneath the jacket. “We wanted the entire read to feel like an interior design experience.”
The artistic decision offers a metaphor for Jenkins’ talent for cross-pollinating the many facets of his design practice, which includes a growing licensing division focused on product collaborations. Fall
launches alone encompass an expansion of his Kravet line with fresh colorways and wallcoverings, tripling the size of his furniture collection with Hancock & Moore, and the debut of an Art Deco-in uenced lighting suite with Eichholtz, adapted from hundreds of hand-drawn sketches Jenkins dreamt up over the years.
And then there’s his new YouTube series. Also named Design Reimagined, the show brings the chapters of his book to life, with snappy episodes devoted to breaking down the anatomy of a single room in a didactic manner that showcases “the joy and
complexity of interior design, which often go hand-in-hand,” Jenkins muses.
With his crisp suits and megawatt smile, this symphony of extracurriculars may appear effortless, but it’s a labor of love that entails knocking on door after door “until you nd a window to crawl through,” laughs Jenkins. “We’re swans with wands,” he continues. “Things look graceful on the surface, but under the water there’s chop. What’s driving me is the responsibility I feel to create opportunities for others and to educate about design in an unvarnished, authentic way.” coreydamenjenkins.com
Dacor designs elevated kitchen appliances that inspire the senses through luxury you can feel, innovation you can see and precision you can taste.
Hakwood’s bespoke European oak flooring anchors this seaside California residence with natural elegance and quiet sophistication. The selected color— Heritage in Natural grade—was tailored to complement the clean lines and coastal palette envisioned by Horst Architects. Photography by Brett Hillyard. hakwood.com
Home to the most extensive inventory of its kind in Los Angeles, DAO crafts original furnishings and pieces from exotic woods and stone. Using largeformat slabs, various woods, petrified wood and stone to create furniture and sculptures for both the indoors and out, DAO is unrivaled in the industry. daohome.com
As skylights and clerestory windows provide abundant sunlight, dramatic light patterns appear at certain times of the day on the board-formed concrete, highlighting its rough texture. All the while, warm summer air is released through vented windows.
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If crystal grew on trees, it might look Carraig chandelier by Waterford. The five-light piece features angular brass branching outward to support illuminated, prisms. Each form is cut with Waterford precision, refracting light in a composition that its name from the Gaelic word for
If grew on trees, it look like the chandelier Waterford. The 53-inch, features brass arms outward to faceted Each form is cut with Waterford in a that draws name “rock.”
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Introducing the Tropic outdoor lounge chair. The floating frame is crafted with a sleek, continuous woven all-weather wicker in Textured Mocha. It is completed here with the contoured, deep-seated cushions in Oyster White solution-dyed acrylic fabric for ultimate comfort.
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With sculptural curves and textured upholstery, Verellen’s Fireside collection invites you to settle in and slow down. The petite Wilma chair balances bold presence with quiet comfort. It tells a story of warmth, craftsmanship and understated luxury. Handmade in North Carolina.
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A sculpted stone with a metallic edge, Walker Zanger’s Metallique quartzite delivers deep gray tones and fluid veining—bold, architectural and unmistakably modern. walkerzanger.com
Handcrafted from solid wood and handtwisted rope, the Hadley Arm Chair showcases PALECEK’s enduring commitment to artisan detail, sustainable materials and timeless silhouettes designed to last a lifetime.
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Kolbe Windows & Doors’ pivot door makes a bold architectural statement—uniting minimalist design, smooth operation and artisan craftsmanship to elevate the entry experience in today’s most luxurious homes. kolbewindows.com
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Flip through for the newest fall design finds, EVOCATIVE MOOD BOARDS , LESSONS IN WALL DECORATIONS and head-turning rugs.
In a classic Chicago high-rise, designer Jessica Lagrange enveloped a lake-facing library with grounding green walls and hints of pink, the latter of which is strategically peppered throughout the apartment. jessicalagrange.com
Clockwise from top left: Kurdish Rug No. 002910 in Blue / Price upon request / nasiricarpets.com Brentwood Cotton-Wool Throw in Olive / $110 / kassatex.com Rhéa Wallcovering in VP 1008 55 / Price upon request / elitis.fr Camdyn Settee in Luster Rosewood Velvet / $1,599 / joonloloi.com Benson Side Table / Price upon request / bernhardt.com Borgia Lamp / Price upon request / wildwoodhome.com
BELOVED BRANDS TEAM UP WITH TODAY’S TOP DESIGNERS FOR THE SEASON’S MOST TALKED ABOUT COLLABORATIONS.
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Nearly 50 years ago, Jaipur Living began as a small operation in India with just nine artisans and two looms. Today, the company continues to champion the makers who carry on the centuriesold practice of rug making, growing their network of artisans to thousands across the country. They also understand the unique perspective that designers bring to the table. Cue their latest collab with Atlanta’s own Bradley Odom, whose six-piece collection will debut in October. “My experience as both a designer and shopkeeper of Dixon Rye has taught me that the most meaningful pieces tell a story while also serving a purpose,” says Odom. “Together, we set out to fill a void in the market by making rugs we wanted to see in our projects—pieces intended to patina beautifully with time. Modern design should be warm, not sterile, with meaning woven into every fiber.”
The eponymous line consists of Avis (above and right), a handknotted series personified by an avian motif, and Solum (top, right and middle, right), a handwoven style featuring earthy tone-ontone colorways and organic lines cut into the plush pile. bradleyodom.com, jaipurliving.com
What happens when a third-generation West Hollywood rug maker teams up with an unapologetically cool Southern designer on a new collection? The industry takes note. Launching in October at High Point Market, Amadi Carpets and Cortney Bishop will debut an impressive 14-rug assortment. The Poppy (right) hints at one of the collection’s main influences: vintage Swedish textiles, which the Charleston-based creative has collected for years. Each rug is handwoven in Kabul by Amadi’s expert artisans, who use time-honored techniques and hand-dyed wool and silk threads to achieve unparalleled craftsmanship. “We speak the same language,” says Bishop, who has commissioned custom rugs from Amadi for previous projects. “We’re not chasing trends, we’re creating pieces to invest in, live with, and love for a long time.” cortneybishop.com, amadicarpets.com
“This collection is a celebration of fashion and women who have an eye for style,” explains dynamite designer Sasha Bikoff, in describing her line for Fabricut’s S. Harris. Encompassing fabrics, wallcoverings and trimmings, the assortment is fanciful and flirty, influenced in part by Truman Capote’s elegant high society “swans” of New York City (both in how they dressed and the way they decorated), fashion runway icons, and nostalgic Y2K motifs. Standouts include Rue Cambon, a Chanel-inspired tweed; Beating Hearts, a series of heart-shaped tapes; Capote Check, a mélange of colorful silk taffetas; Vittoria, a beaded starburst wallcovering; and Moneta Antica, a coinbeaded trim—an admitted favorite—inspired by her grandmother’s Bvlgari coin jewelry archive. “There’s a combination of classic elements and an Italian bohemian vibe that creates this imaginative story about a woman with great taste,” says Bikoff, who knows a thing or two about personal style herself. sashabikoff.com, fabricut.com
Florida designer Dwayne Bergmann is channeling his passion for heritage craftsmanship and fine furniture into an impressive 62-piece case good collection with Abner Henry, spanning console tables, bar cabinets, beds, desks and more. Each piece—like the Hvar cocktail table (right)—is named after a European locale, a nod to the global influences that informed Bergmann’s vision.
Echoes of Art Deco’s sleek geometric lines and midcentury modern’s warmth also helped shape the collection’s aesthetic.
“What distinguishes Abner Henry is their unwavering commitment to craft,” remarks the designer. “Their furniture is bench-made by artisans whose skills have been passed down for generations, yet they are remarkably forward-thinking in their approach.” dwaynebergmann.com, abnerhenry.com
For her first-ever furniture collection, Atlanta-based designer Susan Ferrier looked to nature’s most powerful forces to inform the aesthetic of her striking 70-piece line. In partnership with the iconic 135-year-old brand Baker Furniture, Ferrier elegantly translated her visions of tectonic shifts, molten lava and volcanic activity into seating, desks, beds and tables featuring striking organic materials, bold metal finishes and intricately carved details. “I am endlessly fascinated by the power of the earth, how raw elements transform over time, and the beauty found in ancient civilizations,” she notes. “These pieces are a reflection of that.” In the end, Ferrier knew that Baker, a company who values innovation while remaining true to its roots in traditional furniture design, was the perfect collaborator to bring her singular vision to life. susanferrierinteriors.com, bakerfurniture.com
The art of lounging is something the Rockwell Group, helmed by designer and architect David Rockwell, takes very seriously. Aptly named Dream, their second collection with legendary French furniture maker Roche Bobois, is, ttingly, imagined as a dreamscape. “Think clouds drifting across a serene blue sky,” expounds Rockwell, of the inspiration behind the seven-piece assemblage’s soft hues and playful shapes. This modern approach to seating embraces overlapping forms and gentle curves to foster connection and relaxation—plus, the proportions, such as those of the sofa and ottoman (right), relate to the scale of the human body in various forms. Ultimately, each design is the result of a close collaboration between the brand, designer and European artisanal workshops where the end goal is simple: when sitting down, you should feel as good as you look. rockwellgroup.com, roche-bobois.com
The art of is the Rockwell Group, helmed and architect David Rockwell, takes very French furniture maker Roche Bobois, is, as a “Think clouds across a serene blue Rockwell, of the behind the soft hues and playful shapes. This modern approach
For interior designer Annie Downing, tile is one of her favorite tools for storytelling within a space. “Tile is functional, of course, but it also brings so much texture, dimension and soul to a room,” shares Downing. “I wanted to create something that felt joyful and expressive—pieces that can hold their own or quietly complement what’s around them.” Mission accomplished for the Houston-based talent, whose new collection with popham design is comprised of concrete tiles handmade in Morocco that offer subtle variations—like the nuance of a glaze or an imprint from a brush stroke—and celebrate the beauty of human touch. Each of the four playful patterns, Antipasto, Triptych, Echo and Oh-Lah, certainly have their own personality while the colorways, a mix of earthy, saturated and soft tones, feel fresh yet timeless. anniedowning.com, pophamdesign.com
FROM INTRICATE PANELS AND WALLCOVERINGS TO SCULPTURAL PLASTERWORK, REVERED COMPANIES ARE CHAMPIONING CRAFTSMANSHIP.
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KATE ABNEY, SARAH SHELTON AND LARA HALLOCK
Though evolving tastes continue to revive historic styles, Féau Boiseries’ passion for and dedication to fine decorative wood paneling has never waned. Today, the historic French company— still helmed by the Féau family—remains more relevant than ever, following decades of growth, a new stateside showroom in New York and a preeminent position in interiors ornamentation.
Headquartered in Paris since 1875, the business is renowned for preserving decorative paneling from estates and landmarks around the world while maintaining its crème de la crème status in decorative adornments—whether wood, resin, plaster, straw marquetry or molded glass—for the past 150 years. Central is their 25,000-piece living archive, considered the world’s largest private collection of boiserie, the French word for woodwork. “We draw inspiration from the finest works of great architects and decorators,” notes director Guillaume Féau, who has led the company since 2000
and steadily acquired the inventories of more than 30 shuttered workshops, effectively preserving a lineage of ornamental design. Rather than nostalgia, Féau Boiseries champions the continuity of tradition. Their elite artisans draw on the expansive library for bespoke collaborations with design tastemakers du jour—executing ornate carving, plaster casting, resin molding and gold leaf detail in-house at their Paris atelier. And while the forward-thinking business recently test-drove 3D printing, they quickly concluded that old-world hand techniques proved more beautiful and true. “We embrace the rigor and beauty of historical craftsmanship,” Féau says. “But we also create new directions that align with our contemporary design vision.” feauboiseries.com
Clockwise, from top left: Féau Boiseries’ Paris atelier. On a job site, a craftsperson applies gold leaf using a water gilding technique. The company’s collection catalogs myriad examples of architectural salvage. A skilled artisan carves a wooden panel with traditional tools.
photos: courtesy féau boiseries; top left, jacques pépion.
There is wallpaper, and then there is Arte. The Belgium-based company’s global reach and influence is as wide and diverse as their portfolio of one-of-a-kind wallcoverings, with each collection telling a unique story and creating a world unto itself. Much like a fashion house, seasonal launches are approached like haute couture creations: emphasizing perfection and originality. “Everything has to be a jewel,” remarks Frederik Decoopman, Arte’s design manager who has been with the brand for nearly two decades. “The process is an evolution—we will continue to perfect a product until we’re happy, even if it takes two years.”
designs are sourced and produced in Madagascar, capiz shells from the Philippines, and all embroidery work is done in India, where skilled artisans, for example, delicately place small pearl beads on canvases (below).
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Exactitude aside, material and technique are at the heart of the brand. Simply put, “We take existing materials and combine them with techniques that make them complex,” says Decoopman, who— with his team—travels the world in search of raw materials and the local artisans and manufacturers who know them best. Raffia-based
This year marked an important milestone in Arte’s 44-year history with the opening of their first U.S. flagship showroom in New York’s Decoration & Design Building. On what’s to come, Decoopman assures that the sky is the limit, hinting at unexpected materials and nuanced artistry that push the boundaries of what they’ve accomplished thus far; always evolving, always innovating. arte-international.com
As plaster detailing—long associated with classic, decorative masterpieces—becomes a contemporary calling card for bespoke interiors, top designers are turning to Segreto, a Houston-based custom finishes company. “Plaster gives a timeless quality,” founder Leslie Sinclair says. “It adds depth and texture to walls, enhancing everything around it.”
When establishing the firm in 1995, Sinclair joined a movement to preserve the ancient medium while exploring its capabilities in a modern context. Now, with more than 40 artists on her team—and projects around the country—she muses that the only limit is her imagination. This fall, Segreto adds plaster furnishings, lighting, artwork and accessories to their catalog, alongside Sinclair’s five books on the subject, the most recent of which, Beauty that Endures, was published last December. “While we’re excited to expand our reach,” she notes, “we’ll continue to do what we’re best
known for: installing high-quality plasters, murals and decorative finishes with craftsmanship and care.”
Segreto’s custom bas-reliefs have become Sinclair’s passion project, a devotion she attributes to the technique’s historical significance. These sculptural pieces feature elaborate motifs, such as embellished florals (above) where each branch is carved by hand, then used to create molds for consistency before being coated in plaster and individually applied to the surface. The results are showstopping accents that serve as personalized works of art. “Pieces inspired by what’s in your heart bring a warmth to the home,” Sinclair adds. “It’s a way to make a house feel uniquely yours.” segretofinishes.com
Clockwise, from top left: Romantic bas-reliefs have made Segreto a standout. An artist carves intricate florals from clay. Valobra Master Jewelers in Houston boasts an installation of cherry blossoms and roses. Art Deco meets Palm Springs in a flamingo work hand-finished in plaster.
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Blue and White Porcelain Peony Dish / kddbungalow.com Carrara Marble /
Wallpaper in Indigo and Pale Rose / elizabetheakins.com Wicker Sample in Nantucket Blue /
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transform walls into sculptural surfaces. Durable and sustainable, they can be cut, screwed, glued, or built into casework.
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Clockwise from top left: Barbican Vase / sedgwickandbrattle.com Bluff Rug with Thom Filicia / feizy.com Carrera Round Appliance Pull with Thom Filicia / accuratelockandhardware.com Richter Linen Print Fabric with Studio Bon, Parable Hand Block Fabric with Hadiya Williams, Overlapping Dashes Fabric with Caroline Z. Hurley, Wainscott Linen Stripe Fabric / schumacher.com Watery Motion Fabric with Thom Filicia / kravet.com Abalone Wallcovering with Thom Filicia / mdcwall.com Tassel Sample / m2cstudio.com Lagoon Marble Bowl, Hand-Polished Marble Beads, Throw by Libeco Home, Modernist Bone & Horn Box / sedgwickandbrattle.com Khyber Fabric / peterdunhamtextiles.com Snake Box with Thom Filicia / cyan.design Aurora Hex Knob and Carrera Cabinet Knob with Thom Filicia / accuratelockandhardware.com Octagonal Wood Finial / classicalelements.com Dering Rug / feizy.com Beaded Shell Basket and Aragonite Dish / sedgwickandbrattle.com Tienen Fabric by Mila Blake / theodecor.com Atelier Fabric / usa.delecuona.com Kimono Wallcovering by Paul Montgomery / themuralsource.com
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:
210 Design House (Chicago), Adriana Hoyos (Miami), AjMadison (New York), California Closets (Miami), Collective Design (Colorado), D'Amore Interiors (Colorado), Design By Maya K (Palm Beach + Broward), Drewett Works (Arizona), Eichholtz (Los Angeles), Fabricut, Kat Black Interiors (Dallas), King Living (Southern California), Martha Dayton Design (Los Angeles), Pittet Architecturals (Dallas), R:Home Technology (Chicago), SCH Homes (Dallas), The Luxury Bed Collection (Chicago + Dallas) and Walker Zanger.
LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN’S ANNUAL RED AWARDS RECOGNIZES AND HONORS EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION FOR THE BEST-DESIGNED NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS AND THE BEST RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE, INTERIOR DESIGN, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PROJECTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
THE LUXE KITCHEN REPORT IS HERE —from a color-drenched San Francisco space to notable launches, plus FRESH TAKES ON THE STATE OF DESIGN from industry pros.
MODERN COLOR MEETS CLASSIC LINES IN A STATELY SAN FRANCISCO KITCHEN. WRITTEN BY MARY JO BOWLING
The marriage of traditional architecture and bold, vibrant tones are what makes this kitchen sing explains designer Christopher Peacock, whose eponymous firm specializes in luxury kitchen design and exquisite cabinetry. When creating this space in San Francisco’s Ashbury Heights neighborhood, his team, led by senior designer Beth Kupper, began by looking at the rest of house, which was designed by Denise Maloney, and features beautiful original Edwardian-era details throughout. “If the client is willing, we make the kitchen a natural extension of the house, and you do that by referencing what came before,” explains Peacock. “We looked at the original large moldings and the bracket details and translated them to this space.”
While the home may be steeped in classic elements, the perimeter kitchen cabinets, endowed with traditional crown molding and paneled doors and drawers, skew modern thanks to their
primary color (Benjamin Moore’s Webster Green) and purple accents (Benjamin Moore’s Eggplant). He adds: “I’m an advocate for strong color and the vibe it imparts. The palette here gives a very warm feeling.” That feeling is underlined with amber toned quartersawn oak used for the island and in the flooring. “This kind of wood has a lovely grain,” says Peacock. “It reminds me of Stickley furniture, which would be period appropriate for the house.” The burnished brass finish in the pulls and oversized hinges (also designed by Peacock) add a subtle sparkle, while the Viola Medicea marble used on the countertops and backsplash has striking purple and gray veins that give the space a distinctive dose of pattern. “It adds a lot of movement and interest,” says Peacock. “It’s like an artwork.”
With color and drama in place, a cozy upholstered banquette was nestled into a sunny corner, creating a comfortable place for the family to gather. “Although the kitchen is somewhat petite, it feels like a living space, a place to gather,” Peacock observes. “I’ve heard it said that the best kitchens are living rooms we cook in, and I agree.” peacockhome.com, denisemaloney.com
DIVE INTO THE LATEST INNOVATIONS, ADVANCES AND EXPERT COMMENTARY ON THE MOST IMPORTANT ROOM IN THE HOME.
WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY KATHRYN
GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON
Behold the latest from Eggersmann, the German leader in cabinet manufacturing. Osaka, their latest wood veneer, is both polished and organic, and follows a growing trend in kitchen design toward warmer, more inviting spaces. The vertical slatted surface is available in ve nishes, with the Grey Brown Bicolor Brushed option (shown) enveloping the space like a Hershey’s Kiss. The island boasts a Bronzed Brass base alongside a levitating granite countertop, both from the brand’s Unique Collection. eggersmannusa.com
Celebrated for faster heating, cooling and temperature precision, the new Professional Induction Range by Wolf features their iconic knob controls, providing users with a familiar look and feel. Combined with a flat-glass cooking surface and digital touchscreen, home cooks now have the best of both worlds. subzero-wolf.com
FOUR LEADING KITCHEN PROS SHARE WHAT’S ON THE HORIZON.
Director of Showrooms, Ferguson Home
“I’m excited by high-function ‘zones’ tailored to the way homeowners live—think beverage centers with undercounter refrigeration and integrated espresso systems. It’s all about carving out a little luxury in the everyday. Appliance wise, column refrigeration is having a moment, allowing homeowners to configure fresh, frozen and wine storage independently.” fergusonhome.com
Launching in October, Miele’s MasterCool line of refrigeration delivers several state-of-theart advancements. This Wi-Fi-compatible fridge boasts a stainless-steel interior, up to four integrated cameras, and can produce different-sized ice cubes simultaneously. And thanks to the MasterFresh system, food stays fresh up to five times longer. mieleusa.com
With the induction cooking category growing, Viking is introducing its newest model: a 5 Series 48"-wide range complete with six induction top burners and a dual convection oven. The unit is available in classic stainless-steel, or Viking’s exclusive color finishes, including Slate Blue and Spiced Cider. vikingrange.com
Interior Designer and Creative Director of Monogram Luxury Appliances
“There’s a return to rich woods, textured metals and high-gloss lacquered finishes. Kitchens are celebrated as architectural showpieces that are as visually powerful as they are functional. There’s a heightened sense of emotion being introduced into this environment—both in a built sense and in the latest appliances from Monogram.” richarda2z.com, monogram.com
Looking to mix and match your cooktop for whatever epicurean mood may strike? Fisher & Paykel is making that possible with their new single Gas on Glass Burner. The unit can exist as a standalone or seamlessly pair with their other modular cooktops, like induction (shown). fisherpaykel.com
Creative Director, AJ Madison
The much-buzzed-about Speed Oven from SKS’s popular Transitional Series is a hybrid workhorse combining the convenience of a microwave with the reliability of a convection oven. Plus, it offers 50 different cooking methods, including an air fry function. The do-it-all appliance also features AI assistance to cook food perfectly each and every time. sksappliances.com
“Luxury is personalized convenience—it’s the feeling of being completely supported by your environment in ways that are subtle, smart and deeply intentional. It’s the undercounter fridge in the bathroom keeping skincare perfectly chilled, the warming drawer for towels that makes stepping out of the shower become a spa-like moment, or the built-in coffee maker in your bedroom.” ajmadison.com
Brizo’s Frank Lloyd Wright Kitchen Collection pays homage to the legendary architect by honoring his design ethos and signature aesthetic. Take the natural wood elements and glass inlay on the new PullDown Kitchen Faucet that reflects the nature-inspired palette seen throughout his work. brizo.com
For the first time in nearly 20 years, Gaggenau is rolling out the next generation of built-in appliances. The Expressive Series—which includes an oven, combi-steam oven, combi-microwave oven, coffee machine, and warming and vacuuming drawers—is controlled by a new signature rotating dial ring. The unit’s sleek design draws on Bauhaus ideologies and principles of the golden ratio. gaggenau.com
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“Back kitchens, working pantries and sculleries that can be closed off are necessary in modern kitchens. Warming drawers and refrigerated drink drawers are great for heating food and keeping beverages cold. Steam ovens can do just about anything, and carbonated water faucets have become essential. When it comes to entertaining, gathering in the kitchen is in our DNA— we should stop fighting it and embrace it.”
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Sleek and mindful define Scavolini’s Poetica cabinet-front system. With a grounding essence, Poetica is not only aesthetically versatile, but addresses a growing sentiment for spaces that are streamlined yet stylish. The Shaker-like lower cabinet fronts are framed by solid ash wood, while the vertical back cabinets are made of 100% recycled plastic bottles that yield a surprisingly tactile finish. Behind the smooth doors and drawers, you’ll find what’s on every homeowner’s wish list: thoughtful details for a functional kitchen experience. scavoliniusa.com
Gaggenau doesn’t just build appliances, they sculpt them. Conceived with architectural presence, and defined by minimalist lines and authentic, tactile materials— each piece is engineered to integrate seamlessly into its surroundings. The result is timeless, and the difference is Gaggenau.
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A MULTIGENERATIONAL FAMILY BUSINESS dedicated to quality, innovation, teamwork and service is the best ingredient for creating the ideal kitchen. Enter Cooper Pacific Kitchens. Rooted in a legacy of artistry and innovation, Cooper Pacific’s journey through time has been marked by a pursuit of excellence and a dedication to the art of luxury kitchen design. “Guided by the wisdom of successive generations, we have honed our skills to become a paragon of sophistication and style in the world of bespoke kitchens,” says Creative Director Steven Cooper. Based in LA, the multi-award-winning design firm and La Cornue dealer has created worldclass kitchens for the most discerning homeowners across the country. “At Cooper Pacific, we believe a well-designed kitchen is a symphony of form and function and a harmonious fusion of beauty and practicality that enriches the lives of those who inhabit it.”
“ Our primary goal is to deliver sublime kitchen designs that elevate and inspire each and every day.”
Share your primary rule for great kitchen design. Focus on the homeowner’s personality and lifestyle. This creates a space that doesn’t just look good but becomes an important and meaningful environment for cooking, gathering and creating memories.
What is trending in kitchen layout and design today? We’re seeing a move toward delineated zones that serve specific purposes while maintaining a sense of interconnectedness. Cozy dining nooks, intimate seating areas and second kitchens are becoming the norm, allowing for a seamless flow between different moods and activities in the space.
What key components add beauty, function and ease to a kitchen? Steven Cooper says Brass fixtures are a timeless favorite. From faucets and elegant pot fillers to statement-making light fixtures and cabinet hardware; brass creates a sense of refinement and a lasting impression. Natural stone surfaces infuse the kitchen with an air of organic elegance and a sense of serenity that is the ideal harmonious backdrop for exceptional living.
TOP A family moving from Manhattan Beach to Jackson Hole wanted to create a vibrant and inviting home that radiates light, coziness and has a fun pop of color. LEFT Enveloped in Oval Room Blue by Farrow & Ball and featuring walnut cabinets that create a statement piece, this butler’s pantry exudes warmth, charm and practicality. RIGHT The butcher block countertop island creates a central gathering place for family and friends to prepare meals, spend quality time together and celebrate in style. PHOTOGRAPHY MANOLO LANGIS
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BEHIND EVERY SHOWSTOPPING KITCHEN and spa-worthy bath is a foundation of exceptional materials—elements that elevate daily rituals into luxury experiences. At Elements Room®, that transformation begins with an extraordinary global journey. Founded by Marco Pereira and his partners under the Pacific Shore Stones® umbrella, the brand has built its reputation on an unrelenting pursuit of quality and beauty. “Our mission has always been to ‘Bring the Journey to You,’” Pereira shares, referencing their travels to source the most exquisite stone from around the world. With a carefully curated selection of natural stone and premium surfaces, Elements Room® empowers designers and homeowners at every stage of the project. Their strong partnerships with quarry owners and exclusive suppliers are a testament to their deep industry expertise. “We’re proud to offer clients not just products, but access to knowledge and craftsmanship that has been refined across continents.”
“ We bring handsele cted stone from around the world home to our clients.”
Where inspiration meets innovation, Elements Room® offers more than just stone. It delivers an immersive design experience. Established in 2016 as a refined stone boutique, the brand reflects a deep passion for curating nature’s most exquisite materials. For architects and designers, it’s a destination where the planet’s beauty is elevated into works of art. With boutique showrooms in North Hollywood and San Antonio, the brand creates immersive spaces complete with presentation rooms, design studios and conference suites—perfect for client meetings and creative collaboration. Their full-size slab installations, under state of the art lighting, offer true-to-life texture, color and veining assessments. Renowned for dramatic book-matched displays, Elements Room® elevates surface selection into an inspiring journey. They also champion sustainability, partnering with eco-conscious quarries and engineered-surface brands for responsible sourcing. From tactile textures to expert support, it’s a seamless, hands-on approach bringing global stone, curated under one roof.
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WHEN SOURCING PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS for a kitchen or bath project, the ability to see items in person and explore features is a game changer. As a local Southern California company, family-owned WDC Kitchen & Bath Center offers just this for its clients. With more than 40 years of experience, the team provides world-class service that is tailored to each customer’s needs from start to finish. “To some, a kitchen or bath project may seem like a formidable task,” says Vendor Business Manager Andy Bordokas. “There are so many decisions to make, deadlines to meet and a wide variety of products to choose from. For our customers, we make the experience as seamless as possible by asking the right questions to better understand their lifestyles. Not only have we earned our place as a staple inventory resource for homeowners and trade professionals, we are also known for expert service, unbeatable value and a commitment to supporting the SoCal community we call home!”
“ O ur unparalleled level of in-stock selections make it more likely that your dream kitchen or bath is completed on time.”
“We are proud to announce that our new La Quinta showroom is now open,” Bordokas says. “This state-of-the-art showroom offers a worldclass kitchen and bath design experience in this growing community. It boasts 45,000 square feet of the latest and greatest products, with 14 interactive kitchen vignettes, an impressive plumbing department, a wide variety of mattresses to choose from and an outdoor kitchen display. WDC will bring the home of your dreams to life!”
In addition to offering a premier selection in beautiful showroom environments, WDC aims to be a work space for the trade. They provide a comfortable and private conference area for interior designers and their clients to meet. The showroom also has a full coffee bar that makes a variety of favorites, such as macchiatos and cappuccinos.
When supply chain delays left many waiting months for appliances, WDC took action— investing in over $28 million of in-stock products, including high-demand Sub-Zero refrigeration. With truckloads arriving weekly, most models are available for next-day local delivery. This proactive approach ensures that customers can complete their dream kitchens and baths without delay, reaffirming WDC’s commitment to exceptional service and reliability.
LEFT In the WDC showroom, live kitchen displays invite visitors to experience the full range of an appliance’s capabilities firsthand.
OVERLOOKING MONTECITO AND SANTA BARBARA, MARMOL RADZINER’S IMAGINATIVE DESIGN-BUILD TEAM SCULPTS A STUNNING GUEST HOME INTO A RIDGE.
WRITTEN BY ABIGAIL STONE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROGER DAVIES/OTTO
What I grasped onto initially was the concept of setting structures directly into the hillside, as if the living spaces were growing right out of there,” muses architect Ron Radziner of the secondary residence he and firm partner Leo Marmol imagined tucked into a gentle slope of their clients’ Santa Barbara County estate. The pastoral swell of land that they selected, backdropped by the Santa Ynez mountains, enjoys northwestern views up the coast to Montecito and Santa Barbara, as well as unbroken Pacific sight lines. Formerly a flower farm, this bucolic ridge was once bedecked with thousands of roses—a wonderfully romantic history that sets the stage perfectly for its encore: the site for a green-roofed guest home, pool cabana and gym. The destination-style dwelling, set a quarter mile from the homeowners’ main house, unfolds over two cascading levels that contour gracefully against the land.
Radziner’s design-build team envisioned the new structure as well as handled the build, interior design and landscape architecture, with project architect Stephanie Hobbs, interior designer Ashley Nath, construction project manager Dexter Cohen and landscape architect Amy Smith helming each discipline. A deliberate aesthetic departure from the owners’ French Provincialstyle main home, the guest house embraces the firm’s interpretation of California modernism. And journeying to it feels like stumbling across a hidden haven. Glass walls, tiered green roofs and gardens create a symbiosis between the build and its natural environment, while the use of local Santa Barbara sandstone inside and out, with some drawn directly from the site, ties the architecture back to the land. “This home is a study of stone walls and thin roof planes,” Hobbs points out. “There’s such a pure, purposeful simplicity to the forms integrated into the slope.”
A garage and gym fill the lower level, anchoring the structure, with the guest quarters and pool cabana floating atop (the extended green roof of the gym forms the base of the second floor). The top level, then, lives like an open-concept one-story residence that naturally flows out to a garden-lined pool, with an exterior wood soffit sloped slightly upward to emphasize the view. Inside, there’s a great room with a living area and dining banquette beside an open kitchen, as well as a guest suite. The rooms are partially submerged into the hill on one side and lined with glass windows and sliders that open to the pool deck on the other. And then there’s the pool cabana, a glass-wrapped lounge elevated a few steps above the water and a favorite vantage point of the owners’. “We adore taking in the view from so many different perspectives, whether it’s looking back to the hillside, into the canyon or gazing out toward the Channel Islands,” shares the wife.
Comfortable, elegantly appointed yet casual living spaces were key, notes Nath of the interior design. “A palette of warm, organic materials roots the architecture in its California context,” she explains, “while art and an eclectic mix of new, custom and vintage pieces are layered together.” Energetic hues are peppered in through significant furnishings, like the living area’s teal velvet slipper chair and the pool cabana’s saffron-hued sofa, which bring in a sense of vibrancy and pick up on the shades of the environs.
Landscaping is the final piece of the puzzle that fits the structure harmoniously into its surroundings. Since the land had been used for agricultural production previously, Smith approached replanting it as a restoration and remediation effort. Her selections of native plants and grasses, aloes and succulents recreate natural growth patterns. “The landscape has been brought back to a state that feels like it really belongs in this place,” she reflects. “It’s simple and beautiful, and it helps tell this home’s story.” Cue the applause—and perhaps toss a few roses—for this thoughtful second act.
Located on the backside of the pool cabana and easily accessed after a swim, an outdoor shower is tucked between walls of Santa Barbara sandstone and tinted concrete. The braided rattan basket is from Lawson-Fenning and the towels are Tekla.
Previous page: Green-roof gardens planted with grasses, prickly-pear cacti and torch aloes help integrate the home into the hill. Fleetwood Windows & Doors systems line the top and bottom floors.
“A palette of warm, organic materials and colors roots the architecture in its California context, while art and an eclectic mix of pieces are layered together.”
—A SHLEY NATH
Above: Hand-crafted Heath Ceramic Field tiles, given a green glaze that carries a natural variation, create an oasis-like setting in the pool cabana’s shower. The fixtures are Vola.
Left: Holland & Sherry leather covers the headboard of the bedroom’s platform bed, grounded by an Atacama Home rug. The side table is Grain and the armchair is RH, wearing a Mokum linen. De Le Cuona draperies hang near a Hank Pitcher painting.
SHELDON HARTE AND LANDRY DESIGN GROUP COLLABORATE ON A BEVERLY HILLS HOME EXQUISITELY LAYERED IN MOODY, ATMOSPHERIC HUES AND TEXTURED SURFACES.
WRITTEN BY KELLY PHILLIPS BADAL PHOTOGRAPHY BY DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN/TRUNK ARCHIVE | STYLING BY
Aesthetic preference is a constant evolution. Even as Sheldon Harte believed he had his client’s style and taste pinned down—over the course of two decades, the designer had completed seven homes for her, each leaning Mediterranean Revival in style and brought to life with her favorite earthy tones of mustard, terra cotta and olive—this time, she surprised him. For her new home in Beverly Hills, she was drawn to the idea of a modern farmhouse and wanted to try a palette of grays, taupes and charcoals. “She imagined those smoky hues as a backdrop for art and felt they were timeless and encompassing, like a warm hug,” Harte says. “We took that concept and morphed it in so many different ways.”
Stylistically, architects Richard Landry and William Mungall played off the same idea: creating spaces that would emphasize warmth and approachability by nodding to classic farmhouse characteristics in a modern way. “These are very elevated farmhouse elements that add a sense of comfort and familiarity,” Mungall explains, pointing out the structure’s recognizably rectangular shape, gable roof, exposed beams and surfaces of wood and textured stone. “But I would call this more of a modern home with farmhouse appeal.”
Meticulously built by general contractor Dan McGhee, the dwelling doesn’t feel like a gussied-up barn, of course, as the architecture takes a subtler approach. See the striking steel-and-glass floating center stair set within a clean-lined space off the entry and naturally lit by a double-height wall of windows and a skylight. Granite boulders merge with the stairs beside an indoor Zen garden that acts as a serene foil to the room’s hard edges. The visual effect reads decisively modern initially, yet a closer look reveals walls of hand-chiseled limestone bricks and wood siding that highlights the grain, alongside flooring that combines vintage French oak planks and aged limestone.
Nearly every room hints at its traditional aspects just as quietly. The sophisticated kitchen and elegant dining room feature reclaimed oak floors; exposed beams cut across the family room ceiling; and in the primary bedroom, a vaulted roofline outlines a voluminous retreat that nevertheless feels cozy thanks to its warm wood cladding. “Patina evolves over time, it isn’t something you can just buy. The wood ties in a sense of history that enhances the home’s overall ambience,” says Harte. “Seeing the luxurious furnishings of these rooms against rustic floors and ceilings creates such a great juxtaposition.”
For his part though, the designer leaned into his passions: evocative art and artisanal craftsmanship combined with glamorous touches, intricate textures and modern pieces, all of which “needed to come together in a livable way,” he notes, adding, “Nothing is cold, nothing is standoffish.” The dining area’s glittery, knot-like statement chandelier was one of the first things his client fell for, Harte recalls. The vision became “earthy textures below, celestial skies above” in the chic room,
Floors of limestone and reclaimed oak planks with brass cross insets meet rounded boulders and a Zen garden behind a leather-cushioned bench that softens the central stair. A Wired Custom Lighting chandelier and Damien Hirst artwork are visible in the stairwell.
Previous page: Viewed from the yard, the downstairs loggia extending off the family room contains Bernhardt swivel chairs and Formations dining chairs with a limestone-topped table. The upstairs primary bedroom terrace features additional Bernhardt seats flanking a fire pit.
which is backdropped by a fireplace of petrified wood and cold-rolled steel topped with eye-catching art. As the homeowner loves to cook as well as entertain, the nearby kitchen is another pivotal area where different tones of woods, varied stonework and mixed metal finishes are jovially joined. “Layering helps this very large space feel intimate, inviting and so much more interesting,” Harte comments.
The family room is where his dedication to artful, handcrafted pieces is on particular display, as the area centers around a large multilevel coffee table with a handcrafted poured-metal finish. “It’s sculptural and brutalist in the sense that it’s strong and structural,” the designer describes, quipping, “If it had been only one level, it might have looked like a dance floor.” The bespoke furnishing hits just the right note of elevated sophistication within a comfortable room—a design philosophy at the heart of Harte’s upcoming debut book, The Refined Home (Vendome), which highlights the most significant projects of his career. Inviting spaces that double as works of art are his signature, as are homes, like this one, that merge unexpected ideas. As he concludes, “Great design is about taking risks, but very educated risks.”
Above: In the entertaining lounge’s powder room, a graphic Pindler textile, used as a wallcovering, winks to gaming. Dan Luna Woodworking crafted the vanity topped with black granite counters and a Watermark faucet. The sconces are The Urban Electric Co.
Right: Patterned black limestone via Concept Studio, trimmed with brass, wraps the study walls. A Phillip Jeffries ceiling wallcovering and Erik Lindström rug add movement. The desk is Scala Luxury, the sofa is Paul Ferrante and the coffee table is DeMuro Das.
“Wood ties in a sense of history that enhances the home’s overall ambience. Luxurious furnishings against rustic floors and ceilings create such a great juxtaposition.”
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Landing on the most advantageous side of the classic “quality versus quantity” adage is a tricky balancing act. Take this Southern California getaway, for instance, where building better easily trumped simply going bigger. “Better,” for the dwelling’s Pacific Northwest-based owners, meant optimizing their just-over-an-acre of land in Rancho Mirage to promote togetherness with their adult children and grandchildren during family visits, while also embracing the effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle the Coachella Valley allows. “This is their winter home and desert oasis, and the idea was to break up their very long, linear site—to not build a box, if you will—in a way that could leverage outdoor activity spaces for a multigenerational family,” explains architect Louis Bretaña.
Ample acreage was allotted for an inviting pool and spa, putting green, pickleball court and multiple decks, plus a detached casita, all surrounded by lush plantings and privacy hedges that create the ambience of a resort, notes landscape architect Patrick Murphy.
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Previous page: Clad in stacked stone and stucco, the home’s front façade features a series of low, offset walls. A drought-tolerant plant palette of cacti and succulents complements the architecture.
Each activity area is its own destination-like “zone” and is just as distinctively defined as the home’s interior spaces. The house itself, modern and minimalistic with a horizontal roof that appears to levitate off clerestory windows, eschews enormity to oblige its idyllic setting. “The owners had a clear vision and didn’t want anything superfluous,” Bretaña continues. The U-shaped one-story residence could have been even larger, the architect notes, but, instead, the couple charged their design team—completed by interior designer Charlie Hellstern and general contractor Daniel Martinez—with creating efficient, purpose-driven spaces.
A generous great room encompassing a living, dining and open kitchen area that extends seamlessly outdoors to a covered terrace and pool deck is key to this point. It easily allows the family to gather in different spaces, pursuing varied activities—cooking, eating, watching television—while remaining together. The space also facilitates a natural flow through glass pocketing doors to the alfresco dining area and lounge. A nearby den doubles as a flexible extra guest room as well as a designated area for watching sports and a retreat where the wife plays her flute. And then there’s the bedroom wing (three bedrooms are tucked within the home), with the primary suite hugging at the far end, slightly angled and fit with pocketing doors to maximize its visual connectivity to the pool, yard and desert landscape views beyond.
Hellstern describes the indoor spaces as luxurious yet understated, designed to soften the octagonal architecture. Playing off the home’s envelope of stacked stone (a material that runs from the outside in), she explored a spectrum of rich, earthy neutrals in each part of the home. Dirt quite literally inspired the palette, she quips, as, early in the design process, she collected a sandy soil sample from the property to use its hue as a base neutral. “I was so surprised to find that the sand had an almost purple undertone, a sort of mauve color, which is so beautiful,” the designer recalls. “It became a deliberate reference in some of the fabrics and wood tones we chose.”
Walnut, in particular, brings substantial texture and warmth to the residence’s walls of plaster and stone in the open kitchen, which anchors one side of the great room. “Plain-sawn walnut adds so much visual interest, which we built onto with slatted wood storage cabinets on the island,” Hellstern points out. She took a similar approach in the homeowners’ bedroom, layering an elongated headboard wrapped in a handwoven Indian textile with a wall of deep-brown grass cloth, while their bathroom’s travertine shower evokes the striations of the sedimentary rock of the surrounding mountains and the color of the desert.
The resulting spaces are cohesive, grounding and oh-socomfortable—the kind of quality that speaks for itself and lives large without sacrificing style.
The open kitchen showcases plain-sawn walnut casework, fabricated by Classic Cupboards, that nods to slatted wood island doors. The counters and backsplash are Perla Venata quartzite, the faucet is Brizo and appliances are Miele.
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