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Elevate Your Everyday

Inspired craft in every storied detail.

JUL AUG

The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.

The Gracie family re ects on their storied history crafting wallcoverings in their upcoming debut book.

Step outside and into one of these enchanting outdoor oases brimming with inspiration.

Luxe taps four designers to create mood boards in celebration of their newest collections.

A look inside the private homes of famous American artists and writers.

The always evolving, ever-present wooden chair shines at a North Carolina lakeside retreat.

Make your alfresco gathering a stylish affair with these warm-weather nds.

A magical California home inspires indoor-outdoor living year-around.

FEATURES

Mint Condition

Much like enjoying a scoop of sherbet on a summer day, a pastel abode is a delightful feast for the eyes.

SPECIAL SECTION 150

Flow State

An Argentina-born painter uses a spectrum of hues to explore her abstract works, some spanning two stories tall.

Written by Monique McIntosh

Photography by Mary Beth Koeth

True Colors

Brass accents, feminine details and jewelry-like lighting add personality to a clean-lined residence.

Written by Kelly Vencill Sanchez

Photography by Nick Sargent 180

New Heights

Natural finishes and low contemporary furnishings balance artwork and ocean views in a family’s high-rise home.

Written by Jennifer Boles

RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS

133 Presenting the 2024 Luxe RED Awards honoring excellence and innovation in residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects and products.

ON THE COVER: Artefacto chairs partner with a Minotti sectional and ottoman in the living area of a Miami condo by designer Tamara Feldman. Amazonite Simone Coste coffee tables from Avenue Road rest atop an alpaca shag rug by Stark for an elevated touch. Page 180

Written by Angela Caraway-Carlton

Photography by Carmel Brantley

Styling by Joy Bennett

Photography by Kris Tamburello

YOUR PROJECT IS OUR PRIORITY

Our showrooms are designed to inspire, with bath, kitchen and lighting choices from top brands curated in beautiful, hands-on displays. From product selection to delivery coordination, an industry expert will be there to support your project every step of the way.

A New Chapter

What’s more exciting than a new adventure? For me, it’s a thrill to step into the role of Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design

Let me introduce myself. I’ve dedicated my career to publishing “coffee table” books for interior designers and architects. My roles have included producer, creative director, agent and storyteller. All these years of advocacy have made me the ultimate cheerleader for a subject that has long fascinated me. I am ready to bring the same joyful, energetic and enthusiastic spirit to Luxe I’m in awe of the breadth and depth of content we produce. With more than 14 regional issues and over 90 magazines published each year, we sit at the center of the design world. Our team has their ngers on the pulse of style-minded homeowners from coastto-coast, which gives us an incredible perspective. I’m eager to share this with you as we showcase the industry’s wide range of talent.

“All these years of advocacy have made me the ultimate cheerleader for a subject that has long fascinated me.”

Anyone who loves design knows that no great residence is static, and new ideas and elements keep things relevant and stimulating. The same is true for good publications and, while Luxe will continue to publish breathtaking spaces, you can also expect a refreshed look, intriguing features and a more robust digital presence in the days to come.

I am forever grateful to Chairman Adam Sandow for entrusting me with the future of Luxe and to founding editor Pam Jaccarino for building this remarkable platform. My team and I are brewing with ideas for the future, and I hope you will join us on this adventure.

Jill Cohen Editor in Chief

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Make space for inspired comfort.

When a young family began dreaming of building a “Swedish Country Home,” their dreams ran deeper than aesthetics. He grew up in Sweden. She in Minnesota, a state known for its Scandinavian heritage. So, to them, the notion of “Swedishinspired” evoked a feeling of familiarity Of comfort. Of home.

TRANSLATING SENTIMENT INTO A BLUEPRINT

When pulling up the home’s winding drive it all appears so effortless—but it required years of collaboration to complete. The team, including Bill Costello, CCO of Streeter Custom Builder, architect Charlie Simmons, founding principal of Charlie & Co. Design Ltd., and interior designer Linda Engler, founder of Engler Studio Interior Design, as well as the family themselves, trusted each other implicitly. As part of their initial research, this core team poured over old family images to help inform architectural details.

“When you have the ability to create and sculpt environments that take advantage of light, you certainly want to do that… Marvin gives us the tools to create these wonderful spaces.”

Charlie Simmons, Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd.

AN OBSESSION WITH NATURAL LIGHT

In general, Scandinavians appreciate natural light, so light was a crucial design element for the home. The staircase, for example, sitting opposite the entryway, runs three stories with floor-toceiling windows as a backdrop, drawing guests inside.

“There are views for days. To have the light come in, it gives the connection that feeds our soul and makes us feel whole.”

Linda Engler, Engler Studio Interior Design

ROLLING HILLS. HORSE BARNS. A HAPPY FAMILY.

“One of the things that was really important for our client was to feel at one with nature,” Simmons said. From how the home was situated on the property, the landscaping that harkens back to Sweden with its hilly pastures, to the use of expansive glass all throughout the house to easily soak up the surroundings—the team never lost sight of the client’s desire to bring the outdoors in.

So, how did the family feel upon walking into the space for the first time? “They really felt like they were home,” Simmons said.

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Make space for natural wonders.

In the heart of the Pacific Northwest wilderness lies Marrowstone Island, a haven of rugged beauty that captivated Rick Whitworth, a retired Navy veteran. Nestled on five acres of wooded wetlands encompassed by ocean and mountains views, Whitworth envisioned a home that would seamlessly connect with its surroundings.

“I kept coming back to this place... the mountains, trees that grow taller than homes, the abundance of water… this is where I wanted to be.”

Rick Whitworth, Homeowner

DESIGNED TO BLEND IN

Whitworth’s vision took shape with the expertise of architect Dan Shipley and builder Peter Bates of Good Home Construction. Shipley’s site-responsive design, inspired by the untamed landscape, ensured the island’s true essence was reflected.

“It’s all about this small space in the trees, almost like you’re camping out, and have that sense of just floating amongst the tree trunks.”

Dan Shipley, Shipley Architects

CUSTOMIZED FOR DRAMATIC VIEWS

The seamless connection comes to life through the team’s collaboration with Marvin for its Ultimate custom windows and doors—from the meticulously tailored floor-to-ceiling solutions to the Douglas Fir trim that echoes the surrounding forest. Every uncompromising detail perfectly accomplishes the modern architectural vision of clean lines while framing the stunning views and flooding the interior with natural light.

“The Ultimate line is great because of how customizable it is. We have windows that go essentially floor to ceiling... all the window sizes had to be perfect, and they had to be custom.”

Peter Bates, Good Home Construction

READY TO M AKE SPACE FOR YOUR OWN VISION?

At Marvin, we understand windows and doors are more than just architectural elements— they’re portals to our world both inside and out. Let’s get started creating solutions custom crafted for your unique vision.

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Arcadia Custom stands out for its diversity in materials and styles, offering something to suit every homeowner’s taste—from the sleek durability of Thermal Stainless Steel to the design flexibility of aluminum and the classic warmth of wood.

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COLLABORATION

FISHER WEISMAN FOR VISUAL COMFORT & CO.

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BY

KRYSTAL RACANIELLO

Designers Andrew Fisher and Jeffry Weisman have partnered with Visual Comfort & Co. on a series of new lighting collections launching this summer. The dynamic collaboration introduces innovative forms and fresh interpretations of classic silhouettes. Here, Fisher and Weisman chat with Luxe about the release. fisherweisman.com; visualcomfort.com

Tell us about the collaboration. We’re unveiling three distinct collections: Sutton, Alana and Catania (above). Sutton features elegant fixtures that reinterpret Art Deco lines with a contemporary twist. Alana presents a modern take on classic bamboo motifs, and Catania showcases handwoven fiber shades that enhance its steel grid.

Describe the influences that shaped the designs. The Sutton collection draws from the fringe details of 1920s flapper dresses, while Alana is inspired by Victorianera bamboo furniture. Andrew’s bangle bracelet designs for Chic AF—conceptualized in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico—influenced Catania with their lightweight and luminous characteristics.

What makes these pieces versatile? Having curated residential interiors for decades, we understand scale and the transformative power light fixtures have in any room. With that, we focused on meticulously crafting pieces that fit naturally into a wide variety of spaces, infusing each setting with panache.

LAUNCH

PERENNIALS WALLCOVERINGS

WRITTEN BY LARA

HALLOCK

In their first extension beyond the performance textiles that built their fame, Perennials released a debut line of wall treatments this June. After more than 25 years of supplying high-end soft goods, wallcoverings felt like a natural next step for the company. “Rugs and fabrics speak the same language as wallcoverings,” explains Amy Williams, design director at Perennials and Sutherland LLC. “They’re how you layer your home, how you make it special.” The new collection features 18 versatile designs and materials ranging from grass cloth to performance vinyl. Perennials looked to high-quality mills across the United States to produce the coverings, which come in nearly 100 distinct pattern and color combinations. Some of the motifs are inspired by best-selling fabrics of the same name, such as Arigato, with wabi-sabi lines that resemble hand-stitching, and Bebop, an organic take on polka dots. Others play with natural materials and textures, including handwoven metallics that change with the light throughout the day. perennialsfabrics.com

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READ THE ROOM

TWO NOTABLE DESIGNERS DISCUSS THEIR BUZZWORTHY SPACES.

WRITTEN BY KRYSTAL RACANIELLO

Helen Bergin A West Palm Beach kitchen by this LUXE Next In Design 99 honoree is a showcase in layering textures and patterns. The inspo: Our tropical surroundings—we wanted the space to be a reminder to travel and get outdoors. The stars: Mosaic House’s Tanger Moroccan tile backsplash, which dictated the island’s blue shade; the green marble knobs we discovered while traveling; and, of course, the antique corkscrew stools. @helenbergininteriors

Laetitia Laurent This Boca Raton-based LUXE Next In Design 99 talent shares her process for crafting a striking Parisian living space. The inspo: Our design ethos is soulful modern. Having grown up in Paris, I wanted to bring in the juxtaposition of traditional and contemporary that is often seen throughout the city. The stars: The built-ins backed with blue-lacquered mirror contrast the original fireplace. The coffee tables from NV Gallery, armchair by Popus Editions and Kare Design chandeliers imbue the room with sculptural elements. @laurenellinteriors

RETAIL THERAPY

FAUSTINA PACE ANTIQUES

Nearly 20 years ago, Faustina Pace showed the world her affection for European design with the opening of her shop on West Palm Beach’s Antique Row. Since then, her footprint has expanded to a second gorgeous location. “I’ve always been drawn to the charm of French sensibility, specifically the 1960s and ’70s rattan furniture and accessories from SaintTropez and the Riviera,” she muses. “I also adore all things Swedish and Scandinavian, as they are so easy to incorporate into all design themes.”

The original property still exhibits Pace’s lovely finds, while the newer locale—opened just down the street last summer—is a distinctly larger space that encourages meandering. The store is divided into six themed sections, including a garden area and a textile room with 125-year-old linens.

“In spite of the shop’s large scale, there is a sense of soulfulness,” Pace observes. @faustinapaceantiques

BLUEPRINT

MERCEDES-BENZ PLACES IN MIAMI

Adding to the Brickell skyline by 2027, Mercedes-Benz Places in Miami will rise 67 stories as a cube-like structure of curved geometric forms. “In a city often expressed with painted concrete, the tower design uses shaped silver aluminum cladding, referencing automotive silhouettes, to wrap the balconies and dramatically catch the light,” describes Gregg Pasquarelli, a founding principal at SHoP Architects, which is bringing the project to life with JDS Development Group and Mercedes-Benz. Residences, ranging from studios to three bedrooms, by Woods Bagot continue the exterior’s look and feel with wood elements and graphic finishes in crisp black or white—much like the sleek detailing of a slick automobile. miami.mercedesbenzplaces.com

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OPEN HOUSE

SOUTH FLORIDA’S DESIGN SCENE IS BLOOMING WITH NEW SHOPS AND SHOWROOMS.

AQUALILLE

Tucked inside Palm Beach’s historic Paramount Building, Gwendolyn Rayner and Talia Oringer have established a home for their New York-founded wallpaper company, Aqualille. “Palm Beach is a dream location when it comes to clients who appreciate all of the craftsmanship that goes into our products,” Rayner says. “We work with the most skilled artisans around the globe who specialize in techniques dating back to the 18 th century but design with a fresh and contemporary flair.” Befitting of the locale, patterns include bold, tropical prints as well as softer, classic abstractions, all handpainted or embroidered on materials like silk and tea and gilded paper. Adorned with arched windows, the outpost sh ares studio space with other designers—and naturally, each wall is dressed in an Aqualille covering. aqualille.com

WEST | OUT EAST

A historic residence in Coconut Grove has been given a second life as a home for West | Out East’s contemporary products. For its fourth showroom—and only location outside the New York tristate area—the company has occupied a 1900s property that was originally a grapefruit warehouse and later renovated by notable architect Alfred Browning Parker. While touring rooms outfitted with the brand’s offerings, including living arrangements and storage systems, patrons visiting the two-story structure—now called Casa Palma—will still witness original elements like limestone walls, cottage shingles and intimate courtyards. “We aimed to highlight these qualities while presenting our take on warm, modern interiors in a livable environment,” owner West Chin says. “The quaint rooms frame our products and the vision we have for them.” westouteast.com

PRATESI

After leaving Worth Avenue in 2018, luxury Italian linens producer Pratesi has returned to Palm Beach to open its flagship location—the sole standalone store of the 118-year-old business. Studio Monteleone & Associates designed the bright and airy outpost on Hibiscus Avenue with materials such as travertine floors, copper accents and tufted wool carpets inspired by the company’s butterfly motif. “It is a space that encapsulates Pratesi’s enchanting world and the perfect setting for the brand’s iconic collections,” says president and CEO Michelle Klein. These include iconic bedding, dining and bath products as well as the Farfallino scarf, a limited-edition piece exclusive to Palm Beach. pratesi.com

STUDIO ROBLES

ARCHITECTURE • INTERIORS • PRODUCTS NEW

RADAR

Dive into the awe-inspiring world of hand-painted wallcoverings with the Gracie family and explore spectacular outdoor spaces around the country.

In the Gracie family home, meaningful imagery like sunflowers, owls and a pair of kissing finches were customized for this wallcovering’s design.

State of Gracie

AFTER 125 YEARS, THE GRACIE FAMILY REMAINS TRAILBLAZERS IN HAND-PAINTED WALLPAPER, ASIAN ANTIQUES AND LACQUER.

WRITTEN BY JUDITH NASATIR

Many Gracie wallpaper designs are rooted in 18th-century Chinese aesthetics, but the peonies on this handmade gold tea-leaf paper replicate a section of an antique Japanese screen painted in the Rinpa style, which dates to the 17th century.

Charles R. Gracie & Sons, launched in 1898, soon became the American decorator’s go-to source for Asian antiques and decorative arts, especially hand-painted Chinese wallpaper. Today, CEO Mike Gracie and Creative Director Jennifer Gracie continue the six-generation firm’s evolution, which has become one of the most prestigious decorative arts brands in the industry.

The Gracie family captures their ongoing romance with design and the creation of beauty in the forthcoming book, The Art of Gracie, (out in September) from which Jenn’s essay, below, is adapted. Here, she shares her personal reflection of growing up in and around the studio and taking this family firm forward.

Some of my earliest memories are of visiting our New York showroom. At that time, our New York art studio was on the twelfth floor of the D&D Building, with the showroom above. The studio was a bustling, creative place, with artists drawing design sketches, restoring antique wallpapers and screens, or inspecting each panel arriving from our China studio. I never tired of walking around the showroom, trying to learn the difference between eighteenth- and nineteenth-century porcelain, appreciating the details on a lacquer table, and losing track of time admiring the tiny brushstrokes on our wallpapers.

A color version of New World, a panoramic scene featuring floating islands and tropical trees, balances 20-foot ceilings in a Dallas living room by Simms Hayes Design. For a Florida bedroom (below), the client selected Dorchester Grey because it worked perfectly with the curtains, all designed by Johnson Sokol Interior Design.

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My brother Mike and I worked at Gracie during the summers. We kept almost every design in stock then. Mark Hampton, Mario Buatta, or Keith Irvine would visit, for example, needing twenty-five panels for a dining room. Mike and I would climb up a ladder, unclip the three on display, run to get the next twenty-two, wrap them up, and off they would go. We would then collect and hang the next three panels in the sequence. We had thousands of panels—and not a single repeat. As our lead times got faster, we began doing special orders almost exclusively. I design almost all of them these days, but many are also based on styles that have been in our repertoire since the beginning.

My father often reminded me, “We don’t make anything anybody needs.” That is still true, of course, and I never forget that this is why we must make the most exquisite designs, pay the utmost attention to quality, and make it a wonderful experience to visit Gracie. I feel incredibly fortunate to make beautiful things for people who appreciate them. I feel luckier still that Mike and I run the business together, and that six years ago were joined by my son, Zach. My great-great-grandfather would be delighted, I imagine, that we are carrying on what he started in 1898. And I wish that all former Gracie generations could see what we are up to today. graciestudio.com, rizzoliusa.com

(Clockwise from top left) The two-brush technique is a classic Chinese painting style. In a room by Mallory Mathison Inc., Eden’s gold tea-leaf ground creates the illusion of an expansive garden. The Waves pattern transforms a Charleston powder room designed by Alaina Michelle Ralph.

The Art of Gracie (Rizzoli) is available in September.

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WRITTEN BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND MARY JO BOWLING

MODERN LIFE

MARSHALL WATSON & REID DEANE GANES RANCHO SANTA FE, CA

While this Marshall Watson-designed Hacienda-style home (previous page) enjoys picture-perfect weather most days, an outdoor ivy-covered fireplace not only adds to the ambiance but also offers the perfect solution for chilly evenings. The lounge-like area is a picturesque spot for drinks and hors d’oeuvres, beckoning visitors to take a seat while viewing the stunning sunset. marshallwatsoninteriors.com

WORKSHOP/APD NANTUCKET, MA

When their clients purchased a double lot, Workshop/APD saw the opportunity to construct several outbuildings alongside the main house. The pavilion (above) draws inspiration from simple Shaker-style architecture, in keeping with Nantucket’s building vernacular. Featuring a gym, powder room and service bar connecting to a sauna pod, the dwelling “provides a resort-like experience that brings wellness front and center,” explains Founding Principal Andrew Kotchen. workshopapd.com

HUTKER ARCHITECTS DUXBURY, MA

Located on a spit of land overlooking Cape Cod Bay, this Hutker Architects-designed home (left) was informed by the historic cottage that previously occupied the site as well as nearby Alden House, one of the oldest homes in the country, which provided additional architectural context. Firm Partner Tom McNeill implemented creative solutions to maximize the limited square footage, like a cantilevered screened-in porch that creates a shaded terrace below. hutkerarchitects.com

ROWLAND+BROUGHTON

ASPEN, CO

There’s an age-old adage that Rowland+Broughton Founding Principal John Rowland holds true: Everyone moves to Aspen for the skiing but stays for the summer. It’s during this seductive season when outdoor living is at its peak that captures the hearts of residents. The clients of this home very much inhabit that active Colorado lifestyle, and a place of wellness topped their wish list. As such, the firm crafted a decked-out fitness room, which doubles as a Bikram yoga studio, that opens to the stunning grounds. The structure sits adjacent to a 65-foot lap pool and covered seating area where the family can recharge while taking in the unobstructed mountain views. rowlandbroughton.com

LAND MORPHOLOGY

SEATTLE, WA

This alluring garden structure was born from a utilitarian requirement—a bioretention area. Founding Principal and CEO Richard Hartlage, and his Land Morphology team, used this to their advantage, transforming the space into an enticing summer spot by erecting a bridge and pergola overtop. Although Seattle is known for rain, its temperate summers are the stuff of legend, and the genesis for this garden destination. “It’s an intimate space for cocktails,” says Hartlage. “I love a dash of red in a garden because red and green are complementary colors.” Varying verdant hues are plentiful thanks to (mostly) native plantings. landmorphology.com

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Casual, formal, something in between, no meal goes unnoticed when thoughtfully furnished with remarkable design, including an entrance that is both grand and seamless. Another evening gathering of family and friends, made more poignant by doors and windows that never compromise. Learn more >

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DISCOVERIES

J. Tribble

Often an overlooked accessory, a mirror can transform a room, magnifying the light and maximizing the glamour. J. Tribble has a wide selection of decorative mirrors or can custom design one to complement any of its signature sink bases. jtribble.com

Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights

Take a bit of Bevolo craftsmanship wherever you go with the portable Governor Pool House lantern. Ideal for use outdoors or indoors, it will warmly illuminate any area. Offered in three sizes and handcrafted in stainless steel or antique copper. bevolo.com

Julian Chichester an Chichester

This year, Julian Chichester marks its 35th ar, Julian Chichester marks its 35th anniversary. To celebrate, the brand has launched sary. To celebrate, the brand has launched an anniversary capsule collection. The Frick versary collection. The Frick coffee table is one of four special designs that able is one of four that have been reimagined from the archives. een from the archives. julianchichester.com hichester.com

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The 24-inch Wine Column. From sun-drenched vineyards to meticulous aging in oak barrels, each bottle of wine encapsulates years of dedication and artistry. With the Signature Kitchen Suite 24-inch Wine Column and every product in our wine portfolio, we take that journey into consideration. You’ll find it in our exclusive Wine Cave Technology,™ providing your collection with the environment it needs to ensure the last step to the glass is as cared for as the first. This is how we stay True to food.

DISCOVERIES

Scavolini

Poetica is Scavolini’s new furniture system, designed by Vuesse, distinguished by a charming blend of elements from the past and modern proportions. It combines retro-inspired motifs with contemporary details, highlighted by a unique door processing. scavolini.com

Newport Brass

Newport Brass’ Kirsi is a study in strong edges and precise lines, featuring prominent angled handles that perfectly complement its matching spout. The collection is available in more than 20 decorative finishes. newportbrass.com

Pollack

Pollack’s latest fabric collection, Yarn Story, is meticulously crafted using diverse fibers and techniques, inviting appreciation of every intricate detail. A sophisticated palette— muted tones as well as bright pops—spotlight the studio’s legendary color sense. pollackassociates.com

RYAN SAGHIAN X STUDIO

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Designer-made mood boards, iconic artists’ former homes, humble wooden chairs reimagined for contemporary times and stylish goods to take outdoors.

TREASURE TROVE | Thomas O’Brien x Patterson Flynn

Clockwise from top right: Italian Straw Hat / copperbeechbythesea.com Haiku Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk Rug in Copper by Thomas O’Brien / pattersonflynn.com Double Ply

Leather Coaster Set / aerostudios.com Tibetan Rock Crystal Beads / dokham.com Frances Silk Finge in Gold / pattersonflynn.com Tibetan Lapis Lazuli Ball / dokham.com

Orpheus Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool Rug in Ivory by Thomas O’Brien / pattersonflynn.com Set of Three Rosewood Dishes / aerostudios.com Tibetan Pashmina Scarf in Orange / dokham.com Cardiff Tape Trim in Green and Brown / pattersonflynn.com Antique Brass Magnifying Glasses by Thomas O’Brien / copperbeechbythesea.com Beau Moire Fabric in Olive / pattersonflynn.com Beau Moire Fabric in Oyster / pattersonflynn.com Lalano Linen Velvet Fabric in Natural / pattersonflynn.com Gilded 23kt Yellow Gold Botanical Specimens by Carol Leskanic / aerostudios.com Tibetan Pashmina Scarf in Chocolate / dokham.com Green Onyx Panda and Silk Bag by Thomas O’Brien / copperbeechbythesea.com Orpheus Hand-Knotted Silk & Wool Rug in Chocolate by Thomas O’Brien /pattersonflynn.com

Clockwise from top: Pineapples Wallpaper in Custom Colorway by Sheila Bridges / adelphipaperhangings.com

Teacup and Saucer / wedgwood.com Oasis Wallpaper in Natural/Watermelon / pinturastudio.com

Chintz in Sky / fschumacher.com

/ wedgwood.com Curves Mini Rug in Celadon Reverse / elizabetheakins.com Valencia Fabric in Granny Apple/Chocolate / pinturastudio.com Kobe Fabric in Bottle Green / pinturastudio.com Veranda Crete Trim in Chardon Bleu / samuelandsons.com Carabosse Fabric in Femme Intenso / jamesmalonefabrics.com Polka Dot Pony Tape in Olive / fschumacher.com Postcard of Zora Neale Hurston by Aaron Douglas / store.metmuseum.org Small Ric Rac Tape in Celadon / fschumacher.com Fox & Hound Wallcovering in Covey / interiors.hollandandsherry.com West End Fabric in Her Majesty’s Coral / interiors.hollandandsherry.com Trianon Ombré Border in Marzipan / samuelandsons.com Guinevere Trim in Sprout / interiors.hollandandsherry.com Drag Wallpaper in Bespoke Colorway DR 1254 / farrow-ball.com Veranda Crete Trim in Delphinium / samuelandsons.com

ART HAUS

Desert Rose

In 1945, prolific modernist painter Georgia O’Keeffe put down roots in Abiquiú, New Mexico, which went on to influence her work for decades to come. Over the years, she lovingly restored her abode—a blend of Native American and Spanish building styles—into the lightfilled Pueblo-style hacienda it is today. okeeffemuseum.org

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Island Retreat

author Ernest wrote famed novels Have

It was from the island of West that Nobel Prizethe 1930s. His former two-story Spanish Colonial home, surrounded flora and fauna, features wide and treasure-filled interiors from his extensive

from the island of Key West that Nobel Prizewinning author Ernest Hemingway wrote famed like For Whom the Bell Tolls and To Have and Not throughout the 1930s. His former two-story Colonial home, surrounded by tropical flora fauna, features wide wraparound porches and treasure-filled interiors from his extensive travels, become nearly as iconic as the works he penned within. hemingwayhome.com

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Calcutta Arm Chair

Sapphire by John Caldwell / $2,300 / brownjordan.com Tapestry Wallpaper Tile

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Clockwise from top right: Frutteto Fabric in Lemonade / Price upon request / Leather & Rattan Champagne Bucket with Stand by Giobagnara / $2,200 /

Basic Instincts

In the 1960s, minimalism pioneer Donald Judd took up residence in a classic New York City loft with a cast-iron façade. There, the and furniture designer further explored the practice of permanent installation—a defining sentiment of his celebrated legacy. To this day, visitors can explore his one time home and take work, spanning art and objects, along with other notable 20th-century artists. juddfoundation.org -century artists.

SoHo loft with a cast-iron There, the artist and furniture designer further explored the practice of installation—a sentiment of his celebrated To this visitors can his one time home and take in his work, art and with

Clockwise from top right: Sequential Stripe Fabric by Paul Smith / Price upon request / maharam.com

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Dining Table in Persimmon

LANGUID LOUNGER

With the Great Smoky Mountains painting a postcard-worthy backdrop, Sutherland’s new Wabi Sabi Great Lounge Chair basks in the natural beauty surrounding High Hampton Inn, a quintessential storybook resort nestled in Cashiers, North Carolina. The chair—made of solid teak and topped with cushions in a Perennials’ Kikko fabric—boasts a deep and comfortable seat that’s framed by sleek arms and legs. The design’s delicate balance embodies the Japanese design ethos

FLUID FORM

For 50 years, Thos. Moser has been handcrafting North American-hardwood furniture in Maine. Their Pasadena Rocker, shown here in cherry, looks as if it were made for the porch of High Hampton’s rustic Log Cabin, one of the property’s many private cabins dating back to the early 20th century. The chair’s sleek silhouette stands out from its traditional predecessors, with dramatically svelte legs and a back that takes its shape from a single block of wood. A Cross Stitch Linen Pillow Cover from Toast adds a folklike touch apropos for the setting. thosmoser.com, us.toa.st

X E S O U R C E C O M

GAME TIME

Relaxation beckons with Noir Furniture’s Loredo Chair. Chunky and conical tapered teak legs support a thick woven seagrass seat and half-circle back, which is also available in counter or barstool height as well as in a woven synthetic option. Here, a pair is perched on a stone terrace flanking an antique games table from the Inn’s impressive collection of furniture. The property, rich with charming historical features, wraparound porches and rustic interiors, was recently acquired and lovingly restored by Blackberry Farm. noirfurniturela.com For more information on all chairs featured, visit luxesource.com LU X E S O U R C E C O M

Robell Awake’s Quilt Back Poynor Chair No. 1 is named after a family who crafted ladderbacks in the 19th and 20th centuries. robellawake.com,

Lisa Nguyen’s Fountain Springs Shaker Chair

Bastet Chairs from Peg Woodworking take inspiration from the tradition of barrel making. pegwoodworking.com

David Douyard’s High Sack Back Windsor Chair is made

Sunny Essentials

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Add a dash of British charm to your next tablescape with lighting designs from Pooky, which recently made its debut stateside. The brand’s rechargeable, cordless lamps can be used inside or out and paired with a variety of shade and base options. The Freya Cordless Table Lamp in antiqued brass (shown) is inspired by an old candlestick and topped with a punchy 6-inch empire shade in Heraldic Ikat Printed Linen. pooky.com

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This Isn’t Wood. This is Fortina.

Fortina is a remarkable architectural system that looks and feels like real wood, but is made with aluminum and a hyper-realistic non-PVC surface. Available in over 100+ wood and metal finishes and 50+ profiles for interior and exterior applications. Now with integral lighting, larger, up to 2" x 12" profiles, and quicker delivery with Quick Ship.

’S KITCHENS—THE TRUE HEART OF THE HOME—SERVE

Successful kitchen design and execution requires just the right balance of beauty, utility and innovation. It inspires the family chef’s creative spirit, provides the perfect place for doing homework, playing games, relaxing with a glass of wine or healthy snack, entertaining guests and celebrating important milestones. That’s why we at AjMadison are proud to present the Kitchen Design Collective 2024.

Showcasing the work of some of our most celebrated design partners, the Kitchen Design Collective 2024 combines their unique creative genius and flair for function with our exceptional inventory of world-class brands, unmatched expertise, extensive product knowledge and white-glove service. Turn the page to see what Micky Klein Interiors and AjMadison accomplished in Miami.

This Monogram column refrigerator delivers state-of-theart function and seamless style.

A hidden gem, the panel-ready Monogram dishwasher is the ultimate kitchen helpmate.

The family chef will be inspired by this professional gas smart range from Monogram.

Practical Magic

MICKY KLEIN AND HER AWARD-WINNING DESIGN TEAM CREATED THE PERFECT BLEND OF BREATHTAKING BEAUTY AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUNCTION IN THIS STUNNING MIAMI HOME.

What separates a good designer from a creative visionary? Having the skills, talents and expertise to design spaces that balance timeless style with cutting-edge innovation, all while delivering a true wow factor. Noted interior designer and creative influencer, Micky Klein is that visionary. As Founder and CEO of Miami-based Micky Klein Interiors, she leads a world-class team that is celebrated for the impressive roster of clients and projects they’ve amassed in the residential, commercial, hospitality and healthcare industries over the past dozen years.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY + FABULOUS

Micky Klein’s approach to this Miami Beach reno was inspired by the needs of a busy family who love to entertain. “The first time we met with the homeowners, warm, inviting, elegant and kidfriendly were their adjectives,” Klein shares. “So my Senior Designer, Tamar Benalloun, and I got straight to work choosing the ideal furnishings, accents, appliances, hardware and finishes to deliver a highly personal home that is durable, eye-catching and wonderfully welcoming.”

A COLLECTIVE COUP

When the kitchen area presented a spatial challenge, Klein called on her trusted AjMadison representative for help. “Because the kitchen is a bit narrow, we needed very specific appliance sizes,” Klein adds. “Elijah Schochet, our AjMadison rep, helped us choose appliances by Bosch, Monogram and GE that fit seamlessly into the space. We are delighted with the results and look forward to many future endeavors with Elijah and AjMadison.”

TEAMWORK + TRUST = A DREAM KITCHEN

Designer Micky Klein and her team turned to AjMadison to help them create a one-of-a-kind kitchen that makes cooking and entertaining a snap.

Why was AjMadison your go-to for this project? We know from experience that AjMadison is easy to work with and that their customer service and ongoing support are unbeatable.

How did your AjMadison representative help choose the perfect appliances for this project? As always, Elijah was a prompt and efficient communicator who helped guide us to the perfect appliances that fit both our design plan and our clients’ needs.

Talk about the appliances you chose. For this project, we chose appliances by Monogram, GE and Bosch for several reasons. First, these exceptional brands are the ideal blend of luxury, performance and durability. Second, each has a reputation for excellent craftsmanship, unique design and innovation engineering. Finally, whether it’s advanced cooking capabilities, intuitive controls or energy efficiency, the appliances we chose deliver on all fronts, providing our clients with the ultimate in both sophisticated style and unmatched performance.

Sum up your experience working with AjMadison on this project. Overall, our collaboration with Elijah and the amazing appliances we chose proved to be instrumental in achieving the desired outcome for this project. The exceptional care and expertise that AjMadison brought to this project helped us take it to the next level.

Perfect Choice

AN OUTSTANDING ARRAY OF APPLIANCES THAT WILL AMAZE AND INSPIRE.

Monogram 36-Inch Panel-Ready Smart Refrigerator Column

With 21.1 cubic feet of capacity, this stunning Wi-Fi-enabled, ENERGY STAR refrigerator boasts LED lighting, touch controls and an evaporator sealed system.

$8,200; SKU: Monogram ZIR361NBRII

Monogram 36-Inch Gas Smart Cooktop

Featuring five sealed burners, continuous grates, dual-flame burners, a tri-ring burner, precision knobs, electronic timer and brass burner accents, this cooktop is ADA compliant.

$2,700; SKU: Monogram ZGU36ESLSS

Monogram Statement Series 48-Inch Freestanding Professional Gas Smart Range

The ADA-compliant range has six sealed burners, dual ovens, a griddle, Chef Connect, Dynamic Oven LCD, custom color LED accent lighting, precision oven modes and reversible wok grates.

$11,000; SKU: Monogram ZGP486NDTSS

GE Cabinet Insert Smart Range Hood

UL Listed, the ingenious insert has a four-speed/610 CFM blower, electronic backlit controls, LED lighting, premium baffle stainless filters, Wi-Fi and Chef Connect, a remote control and delay off.

$1,599; SKU: GE UVC9480SLSS

Monogram 24-Inch Microwave Drawer

With 1,000 watts and 1.2 cubic feet of capacity, this microwave has 10 cooking modes, sensor cook, QuickStart, a white LED display, glass touch control and is ADA compliant.

$1,900; SKU: Monogram ZWL1126SRSS

Monogram Minimalist Series 30-Inch Warming Drawer

This ADA-compliant warming drawer has 1.9 cubic feet of capacity, variable degree and humidity control, proof mode, an indicator light and elevated half rack.

$2,300; SKU: Monogram ZTW900SSNSS

Design Maestro

As she pivots in her career, Micky Klein has started Micky MORE! (micky-more.com), a coaching platform for both new and experienced interior design entrepreneurs. There, she shares the knowledge and experience she’s gained over 12 years in the industry with other design firm owners and leaders. “From branding to networking, pricing, scope of work, building floor plans and sourcing and procurement, I want to mentor other designers and show them how to create their own business, schedule and dream client roster, all while keeping their work-life balance (and sanity!) intact.”

INTERIOR INSIGHTS

The exceptional care and expertise that AjMadison brought to this project helped us take it to the next level.”

“Elijah Schochet, our AjMadison rep, helped us choose appliances by Bosch, Monogram and GE that fit seamlessly into the space.”

“ The appliances we chose deliver on all fronts, providing our clients with the ultimate in both sophisticated style and unmatched performance.”

Micky Klein, Principal and Owner of Micky Klein Interiors

LIVING

The epitome of indoor-outdoor California living, plus timeless new upgrades to refresh any space.

Easy Breezy

IN SANTA BARBARA, A HISTORIC PROPERTY IS REIMAGINED AS AN INDOOR-OUTDOOR HAVEN FOR HEALTHY LIVING—AND HOSTING A CROWD.

WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY GRACE BEULEY HUNT AND SARAH SHELTON

Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean enticed one Los Angeles-based family to purchase this 1930s cottage in Santa Barbara, but it wasn’t long before the fairytale setting prompted them to recast their would-be vacation home as a primary residence. In reimagining the period dwelling for everyday life, the owners sought a timeless California aesthetic, modern amenities to support their healthy lifestyle, and, most importantly, “to preserve the feeling of being on v acation,” shares interior designer Jennifer Miller. In collaboration with Two Trees Architects and Leonard Unander Associates, Inc., Miller responded with a charming ramble of indoor-outdoor spaces that accommodate family time and entertaining at scale alike. As we celebrate the height of beach season, Luxe takes the grand tour.

Portola Paints’ creamy Patagonia white blankets the walls of this Santa Barbara pool cabana. Home to a secondary kitchen space designed for entertaining, the Shaker-style cabinetry conceals a refrigerator and pantry. Blackened metal details, including a Waterstone Faucets tap, Lorfords sconce and Coastal Bronze hardware, embellish the interiors by Jennifer Miller.

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This kitchen is so beautiful! Tell us about the design. Cooking is what brings this family together, so while we wanted the space to feel refined, we didn’t want anything to be precious. The counters are a honed quartzite, which will stand the test of time both in terms of style and durability. All of the hardware has living finishes that will continue to patina with age; nothing is too perfect or shiny. Because of how the room was oriented, it offers a more intimate environment that encourages culinary creativity.

You added a secondary kitchen in the pool cabana (previous page). Why two kitchens? The primary kitchen is their private family space, whereas the new cabana was designed as a place for visiting friends and family. These clients are great connectors; they entertain often by their pool, and with the beach across the street, guests needed a space to gather, step out of the sun, and grab a drink or snack. The secondary kitchen contains a hidden refrigerator, pantry, dishwasher and wine fridge. It even has a home-brewed Kombucha on tap!

How fun to have an entertaining destination. What else makes this property special? These clients are health-oriented, so we built a gym structure with a spa-like bathroom featuring an infrared sauna and walk-in shower that opens to a private garden. Having these destination outbuildings emphasizes the feeling of being on vacation. The clients love having to “travel” when hosting or working out. There’s a sense of detaching a bit from everyday life that’s pretty magical. jennifermillerstudio.com

Timeless materials distinguish the primary kitchen, where a Lacanche range accentuated by Moroccan tiles from Zellij Gallery makes a quietly luxurious statement. Brushed bronze knobs and pulls from Rocky Mountain Hardware garnish white-washed oak cabinets that conceal a Sub-Zero refrigerator.

photos: michael clifford.

The pool deck (top) is built for alfresco living with its RH sofa and Hollywood at Home chaises unified by custom cerulean cushions.

A Paul Paper wallcovering depicting the Mediterranean Sea wraps the cabana bath (above and right), which is joined by tiles from Country Floors in the shower. A bronze Jaclo tap and RH sconce dress up the sink area.

photos: michael clifford.

The newly constructed gym building is a wellness retreat unto itself, replete with an indoor-outdoor shower lined in Taj Mahal quartz and a Sun Valley Bronze shower head. The same stone composes the floating vanity, backed by walls of Santa Barbara sandstone, an homage to the local vernacular.

photos: michael clifford.

Mood Pro

Minimalist

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PULLED IN

The UK’s pub scene was the inspiration behind Armac Martin’s Cocktail Collection. The Barwick Ridged T-bar Handle (below left) borrows from traditional distillery tanks, the Colmore Cabinet follows cheeky shape of a glass. armacmartin.com

traditional tanks, while the Colmore Cabinet Knob follows the of a martini

POSH PLU MBING

Look closely and you’ll see nuanced details of beveled edges and balanced arcs in the new Apothecary Collection from House of Rohl. Recalling vintage apothecary bottles, the nostalgic silhouettes are available in a suite of faucet styles and six fi nishes. houseofrohl.com

SHADY BUSINESS

Tailor your home’s ambiance with Hunter Douglas’ new Aura Illuminated Shades, lined with programmable LED strips, which allow homeowners to co ntrol natural and artifi cial light to mimic the desired environment for work, sleep or relaxation. Aura is available in most of the brand’s popular styles and fabrics. hunterdouglas.com

MAGIC MAKER

Small but mighty, the 30-inch Professional Speed Oven from Signature Kitchen Suite speeds up traditional cooking by eliminating preheating, thanks to its combination of convection heating. Bonus: it doubles as a microwave and air fryer. signaturekitchensuite.com

Renowned for its uncompromising quality, Franz Viegener produces a curated selection of sculptural bath fittings that synthesize architecture, geometric forms and fluidity.

Introducing Groovy from Franz Viegener

Introducing the 2024 Luxe RED Awards, honoring excellence and innovation for the best in residential projects and product introductions.

Meet the Judges

Luxe Interiors + Design invited design professionals from across the country to compete in the 2024 RED Awards. After receiving more than 1,600 entries, a panel of industry experts weighed in to select our winners, and the public voted for our Readers’ Choice awards. Read on to learn more about our judges.

Rayman Boozer

PRINCIPAL DESIGNER, APARTMENT 48

Rayman Boozer is the principal designer at Apartment 48, one of the first lived-in, shoppable experiences specializing in the combination of vibrant colors, exotic materials and contemporary furnishings. Over the years, Boozer slowly transitioned the business toward interior design and has become known for his expertise in color consulting. Apartment 48 specializes in crafting spaces that feel optimistic, relaxed and effortless. Boozer’s knowledge of materials, objects and art make each space he creates truly unique and custom to his clients.

Heidi Caillier

PRINCIPAL,

HEIDI CAILLIER DESIGN

Heidi Caillier, renowned for her ability to blend tradition with innovation, crafts timeless and inviting interiors through her studio, Heidi Caillier Design. Her work is characterized by a fluid and evolving aesthetic driven by feeling and intimacy. Embracing nostalgia, cherished heirlooms and handcrafted antiques, Caillier celebrates imperfections and patina rather than masking them. Her signature use of pattern and color adds depth and individuality to spaces, resulting in cozy yet elevated designs. Based in Seattle, her studio oversees high-end residential and hospitality projects nationwide, tailoring each creation to her clients’ personal tastes.

Paloma Contreras

PRINCIPAL AND FOUNDER, PALOMA CONTRERAS DESIGN

Paloma Contreras is an acclaimed interior designer based in Houston. Her modern take on traditional style pairs classic silhouettes and timeless pieces with a touch of glamour and an infusion of color. Contreras has honed her distinct eye for over more than a decade in the industry. She has developed a reputation for designing beautiful interiors in her signature modern-meets-traditional aesthetic that feel polished, refined and effortless. Her curated retail shop, Paloma & Co, is located in Houston and also shoppable online.

Kesha Franklin

CEO & CREATIVE DIRECTOR, HALDEN INTERIORS

Influenced by her experiences in couture fashion, Kesha Franklin’s striking aesthetic is shaped not only by her skill at curating color palettes, balanced textures and distinct furnishings but also her natural ability to connect with people. Defined by a commitment to highly personalized service for bespoke environments that inspire people to live to their truest potential, the designer’s intuitive sense of style, creativity and harmony emulates through the spaces she crafts. Franklin is a founding member of the Black Artists + Designers Guild.

Janice Parker

PRINCIPAL, JANICE PARKER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

Born and raised in New York, Janice Parker grew up studying the natural and urban environment. Throughout her career, she has conceptualized and directed innovative landscape architecture for private and public clients globally. In 2017, she authored Designing a Vision, which showcases the firm’s work. Under her guidance, Janice Parker Landscape Architects has been honored with multiple awards, including the Stanford White Award for Garden Design and the Professional Merit Award from the Connecticut Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects.

Jill Cohen

EDITOR IN CHIEF LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN

Jill Cohen was named Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design in 2024. Prior to taking the helm, she had an accomplished career in book publishing and direct marketing. She has held numerous positions in the industry, including founder, president and publisher of Conde Nast Books; president of Random House Direct Marketing; vice president of new business development at QVC; and vice president and publisher of Time Warner Book Group, Bulfinch Press. In 2006, Cohen founded her agency, Jill Cohen Associates, which has produced over 150 best-selling architecture and design books. Today, JCA continues as a Sandow Company.

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AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Craig & Company

CHICAGO

Cook Design House

COLORADO

Kara Adam Interiors

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Assure Interiors

FLORIDA

David Frazier

GREATER NEW YORK

M.Naeve

HOUSTON

Annette English + Associates

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Lucas

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Lauren Nelson Design

SAN FRANCISCO

Bradley Odom Interiors

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Creative Tonic Design

REGIONAL WINNERS

Katie Bowe Design

ARIZONA

Daley Home

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Sarah Montgomery Interiors

CHICAGO

Vertical Arts Architecture

COLORADO

Pulp Design Studios

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Gloria Black Design

FLORIDA

Ghislaine Viñas

GREATER NEW YORK

Creative Tonic Design

HOUSTON

Shannon Ggem Design

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Maison, Inc.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

CM Natural Designs

SAN FRANCISCO

River Brook SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Cedar & Oak

REGIONAL WINNERS

Alisha Taylor Interiors

ARIZONA

Cedar & Oak

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Robbins Architecture

CHICAGO

Inside Stories

COLORADO

Layered Dimensions Interior Design

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Strang Design

FLORIDA

BarlisWedlick

GREATER NEW YORK

Letecia Ellis Haywood

Interior Design

HOUSTON

Cooper Pacific Kitchens

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Cohesively Curated Interiors

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Studio Cabida

SAN FRANCISCO

Court Atkins Group

SOUTHEAST

Landscape Architecture Outdoor Spaces Restoration or Renovation

NATIONAL WINNER

Fernando Wong Outdoor Living Design

REGIONAL WINNERS

Creative Environments

ARIZONA

Double B Design

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Mariani Landscape

CHICAGO

Design Workshop

COLORADO

Melissa Gerstle Design

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Fernando Wong

Outdoor Living Design

FLORIDA

LaGuardia Design Group

GREATER NEW YORK

Viola Gardens

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Land Morphology

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Ground Studio

SAN FRANCISCO

CMLA

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Boxleaf Design

REGIONAL WINNERS

Salcito Design Group

ARIZONA

Ashby Collective

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Mariani Landscape

CHICAGO

Design Workshop

COLORADO

Melissa Gerstle Design

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Design West

FLORIDA

Hollander Design

Landscape Architects

GREATER NEW YORK

Lucas/Eilers Design Associates

HOUSTON

Subu Design Architecture

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Prentiss Balance Wickline

Architects

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Boxleaf Design

SAN FRANCISCO

T.S. Adams Studio, Architects

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER A Parallel Architecture

REGIONAL WINNERS

Soloway Designs

ARIZONA

A Parallel Architecture

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Morgante Wilson Architects

CHICAGO

Surround Architecture

COLORADO

Allison Seidler Interiors

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Maggie Cruz Interior Design

FLORIDA

Timothy Godbold

GREATER NEW YORK

Nadia Palacios Residential Design

HOUSTON

Blackband Design

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Proform Builds

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Cook Construction

SAN FRANCISCO

Michael Goorevich Architect, PLLC

SOUTHEAST

Wow-Factor Room Readers’ Choice Best of the Rest

NATIONAL WINNER

Colordrunk Designs

REGIONAL WINNERS

Glenda Evers Design

ARIZONA

Scheer & Co.

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Suzanne Lovell Inc.

CHICAGO

Cook Design House

COLORADO

Andrea Marino Design

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Maggie Cruz Interior Design

FLORIDA

Kligerman Architecture & Design

GREATER NEW YORK

Dodson Interiors

HOUSTON

Landry Design Group

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Maison, Inc.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Courtney B. Smith Design

SAN FRANCISCO

Colordrunk Designs

SOUTHEAST

Studio Heimat

SAN FRANCISCO

BATHROOM

Yu & Associates Collaborative

CHICAGO

EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Ovadia Design Group

GREATER NEW YORK

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Artistic Elements

FLORIDA

INTERIOR DESIGN

Lifestyle Design

CHICAGO

JEWEL BOX SPACES

Alisha Taylor Interiors

ARIZONA

KITCHEN (SHOWN ABOVE)

Boxleaf Design

SAN FRANCISCO

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Karen White Interior Design

COLORADO

OUTDOOR SPACES

Winter Creative

ARIZONA

RESTORATION OR RENOVATION

Winding Lane Interiors

CINCINNATI, OH

WOW-FACTOR ROOM

LeBlanc Design

BOSTON, MA

BATHROOM

Hutker Architects

FALMOUTH, MA

EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Woogmaster Studio

LAS VEGAS, NV

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE (SHOWN ABOVE)

Zoe Feldman Design

WASHINGTON, D.C.

INTERIOR DESIGN

Tartan & Toile

SWARTHMORE, PA

JEWEL BOX SPACES

McCroskey Interiors

VILLAGE OF LOCH LLOYD, MO KITCHEN

Campion Hruby

Landscape Architects

ANNAPOLIS, MD

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd. LAS VEGAS, NV

OUTDOOR SPACES

Kimmel Studio Architects

ANNAPOLIS, MD

RESTORATION OR RENOVATION

Robin Gannon Interiors

LEXINGTON, MA

WOW-FACTOR ROOM

PRODUCT WINNERS

Bath: Bathtub

WATERWORKS

Alatri Freestanding Oval Bathtub

Bath: Handle KALLISTA

One™ P.E. Guerin Collection

Bath: Collection

HOUSE OF ROHL

Rohl Modelle Collection by Xander Noori

Bath: Sink

KOHLER CO.

Vessel Sink from Salute Artist Edition Collection

Bath: Fixture

SAMUEL HEATH

Lavatory Faucet from LMK Industrial Collection

Bath: System

Door Collection

JELD-WEN

Second Nature™ Environmentally Conscious Door Collection

Furniture: Case Good

BERNHARDT FURNITURE

Entertainment Credenza from Stratum Collection

Flooring

LEGNO BASTONE

Giuseppina 220 G1 from LaFamiglia Collection

Furniture: Collection WILDWOOD Denise McGaha for Wildwood

Furniture: Accent Table

BAKER FURNITURE

Thera Accent Table

Furniture: Dining Table

MCGUIRE FURNITURE

Fiji Dining Table

Furniture: Seating

KRAVET DESIGN

Coronado Sectional from Harmonious Home Collection

Sculpted Suite Collection

Lighting: Chandelier

ARTERIORS

Bilal Chandelier

Outdoor: Seating

DEDON

Armchair from Kida Collection by Stephen Burks

Lighting: Pendant

BOBO INTRIGUING OBJECTS

Paper Mache Hanging Lamp

Rug: Collaboration

KYLE BUNTING WITH BRITTO CHARETTE

Mika from Brasilia Collection

Outdoor: Collection

BERNHARDT FURNITURE

Lomani Sofa Group from Bernhardt Exteriors Collection

Rug: Collection

PERENNIALS

Perennials by Rose Tarlow

Rug: Design

ROSEMARY HALLGARTEN

Glacier™ Ombré Rug from Aurora Collection

Surfaces

NOBILIA NORTH AMERICA

Xtra Ceramic Worktop in Venato Nero Reproduction 783

Rug: Innovation

STARK

Lesa in Desert Sand from Stark Performance Acrylic Collection

Textile: Collaboration

SUNBRELLA® WITH MAX HUMPHREY

Max Humphrey x Pindler x Sunbrella®

Stone: Collaboration

COSENTINO WITH DANIEL GERMANI

Dekton® Pietra Kode

Textile: Collection

FERRAN

Mallorca Textile Collection

RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE

IN DESIGN AWARDS

PRODUCT WINNERS

Readers’ Choice

Baldwin Hardware

BATH ACCENTS & ACCESSORIES

Gramercy Collection

Craftex

FLOORING

Eco Cement Collection

Mr. & Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture

FURNITURE DESIGN

May Armless Chair from Nellie Jane Collection

Monogram Luxury Appliances

HOME APPLIANCES

36 Inch Induction

Professional Range

Rocky Mountain Hardware

KITCHEN ACCENTS & ACCESSORIES

Phases Collection by Jennifer Hoey of Suede Studio

Belt

LIGHTING

Birds of Paradise

Tuuci

OUTDOOR DESIGN

Urban Garden

Planters Collection

Lee Jofa

TEXTILES

Tree of Life in Denim/Berry from Lee Jofa 200 Collection

Walker Zanger

TILE & STONE

Geometric Collection

Arte

WALLCOVERINGS

Rêverie Tropicale from Essentials

Les Naturels Collection

ES Windows

WINDOWS & DOORS

Pivot Door ES-PSD5030T from Prestige Collection

Baldwin Hardware Craftex

Mr. & Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture

Monogram Luxury Appliances

Rocky Mountain Hardware Tuuci

Walker Zanger Arte Belt

ES Windows

Lee Jofa

Joseph Sidof Founder - CEO

Mint Condition

Conjuring sherbet dreams, this mood-boosting house is a refreshing retreat in a playful palette.

WRITTEN BY ANGELA CARAWAY-CARLTON PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARMEL BRANTLEY | STYLING BY JOY BENNETT

Architecture: Scott Merrill, Merrill, Pastor & Colgan Architects Interior Design: Michele Plachter, Michele Plachter Design Home Builder: Wayne Bradford, RCL Development, Inc. Landscape Architecture: Mark Sartain, Sartain and Associates

The front exterior, painted Benjamin Moore’s White Heron, is decorated with Visual Comfort & Co.’s Cheshire lanterns. A Laura Park Design mat rests outside the entry vestibule, featuring Iksel wallpaper from Schumacher, Selamat’s Clemente mirror, a Wildwood console and Bone Simple Design pendant.

Afresh perspective is often warranted to transcend the predictable, and that’s exactly what designer Michele Plachter possessed when imagining the interiors of this South Florida property. Presenting a front-row seat to one of the neighborhood’s golf courses, the house would serve as a winter escape for repeat clients from Philadelphia, who sought a lighthearted take on the traditional style of their northern residence—classic with a tropical twist. “It gave us the opportunity to explore things we haven’t thought of or used before,” the designer says. Set in an exclusive community in John’s Island, the newly constructed home—developed by Stillwater Management Group—offered plenty of gathering space for the residents, empty nesters with a growing family who were expanding from a nearby condo. They desired a colorful, happy environment that wasn’t too serious, and Plachter instantly envisioned sugary hues inspired by a beloved cold treat: sherbet. “I call it the ‘pastel paradise,’ ” she says with a laugh. Like a refreshing scoop on a sweltering day, the interior is dripping in shades of mint and sweet pinks, carefully executed in a manner that leans sophisticated and tranquil. “It’s serene with surprises,” the designer notes. Those unexpected moments begin at the front door—which, deceivingly, resembles a discreet side access framed by a tropical courtyard brought to life by landscape architect Mark Sartain. “It creates a discovery to the entrance, a bit of whimsy,” he explains. When producing the H-shaped structure, architect Scott Merrill crafted the entry this way to maintain coveted views elsewhere. “To prevent the front hall from blocking views from the main wing, it had to be set off to the side,” he explains. This thoughtful decision grants stunning garden sights from primary areas such as the great room and den.

“Every square inch of this house is a showpiece,” builder Wayne Bradford says. Once inside, it’s tempting to forsake those floral scenes for what’s ahead. “You enter into this cozy vestibule,” Plachter describes, noting the darling foyer wrapped in a modern botanical wallpaper, “but then you turn the corner and are met with a grand hallway.” It’s here she

created the first big color moment, coating the lofty walls in a high-gloss mint. Paired with a checkerboard marble tile, the combination elicits nostalgic images of 1950s Florida. “Although the house is new, it also feels like it’s been here for years,” the designer observes. The other fantastical element: a gaggle of mattemetal palm light fixtures that hang at varying heights and positions, like a parade of indoor fronds floating overhead. “I had this vision of chandeliers dancing on the ceiling,” she muses.

Traveling through the fanciful hallway leads to the soaring great room, where the living and dining areas vaunt expansive windows that embrace the outdoors. Plachter grounded the space in warm creams, then reintroduced minty blue through cascading curtains that outline the views and call to the sofa and pillows swathed in similar hues. “The draperies finish the room and foster a serene environment,” she says. While maintaining the room’s neutral base, the designer seized another opportunity for drama by papering the ceiling in a diamond-patterned grass cloth.

“With all the windows, there was no way to make an impact with artwork,” she points out. “It was all about having fun with that fifth wall.”

Like a sundae topping, Plachter sprinkled other playful shades throughout the home, such as the bubblegum-hued quartz on the living area’s sconces that coordinates with the kitchen island’s overhead pendants and basket-weave chairs. In the guest suites, she daringly matched each bathroom vanity with the primary color of its adjoining bedroom, including lavender and blush. “It’s committing to a color for a long time,” the designer admits, “but this makes the space feel special.” A dramatic shade-shift transpires in the den, which deserved its own moment off the main hallway. “This is the room where we were able to take risks,” says Plachter, who infused the setting with chartreuse drapes, a patterned periwinkle couch and artwork depicting pelicans for a quirky touch.

What the team didn’t risk: the couple’s goal to spend as much time as possible outside during Florida’s coveted winter months. Multiple zones, including a covered dining area and poolside living space around a fire pit, were created outdoors to achieve an inviting home where elegance meets leisure—a whimsical retreat that’s just as darling as its cheery pigments.

Kravet cotton draperies embellish the great room, swathed in Phillip Jeffries wallpapers. The dining chairs, table and armchairs are Vanguard Furniture. Phoenix Gallery sconces from 1stdibs, a Bone Simple Design chandelier and an Arteriors lamp offer light.

Above: Framed by the den’s Phillip Jeffries wallcovering, Benjamin Moore’s Icing on the Cake shines in the hallway. Sherman & Gosweiler crafted the mirror. Visual Comfort & Co.’s Lismore table lamp sits on a Ringvide birchwood credenza from 1stdibs.

Opposite: Suspending at varying heights, five of Currey & Company’s Calliope chandeliers introduce whimsy in the hallway, floating above marble flooring from Artistic Tile. A lacquered metal stork from Chairish and Zoe Bios Creative art round out the scene.

“Although the house is new, it also feels like it’s been here for years.”

–MICHELE PLACHTER

Amid the kitchen island and cabinetry by Premier Millwork & Cabinets, Hickory Chair stools coordinate with a fixture by The Urban Electric Co. Flooring from Surfaces Design Studio softens marble from Marble of World. Newport Brass’ Heaney faucet and Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances finish the look.

Right: Sherman & Gosweiler constructed the primary bedroom’s secretary. Worlds Away’s Britta chair stands on Prestige Mills’ Kiva rug. Hart-Lines Inc. fabricated the draperies using Kravet’s Spheric textile.

Opposite: Visual Comfort & Co. lamps illuminate Century Furniture’s Hampton bed and Tribeca nightstands in the primary bedroom. A Vanguard Furniture bench wears Kravet’s Wavelink cotton. Art from Phillips Collection hangs against a Thibaut paper.

Just off the loggia, designer Michele Plachter arranged Janus et Cie’s Pacific sofas, Bon Vivant pouf and Slant side tables near a bespoke fire pit. Odom Custom Pools executed the pool with Bisazza tiles.

Flow State

Liberated from space restrictions, color runs wild in an artist’s abstract paintings.

WRITTEN BY MONIQUE MCINTOSH

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARY BETH KOETH

Color has been a lifelong friend for Argentina-born Verónica Pasman—a prism for all her joys, nostalgic memories and dreams. These emotive tones saturate her expressive abstract paintings, especially her 33-foot-long draped pieces that engulf spaces in rivers of hues. Immersed in this kaleidoscope of paint, “I feel free,” she explains. “I can put aside all my thoughts and connect with my inner self.”

With a long former career as a graphic designer in fashion and book publishing, the Miami artist has been an acolyte to color. To this day, “I have a Pantone chart in my head,” she says with a laugh. But only abstract painting allowed her to play with the full spectrum. “As a designer, everything had to be perfectly communicated,” explains Pasman, who began pursuing art full time in 2017. “Through painting, I could break away from that demanding side of myself.”

Though abstract in its final form, her work often begins with figurative drawings or written words referencing snapshots of her life, such as old photos of loved ones passed and candid clips of her children. The artist writes or loosely outlines forms on paper or canvas, only to then cover everything in free-flowing abstraction. “They all come from personal narratives,” she says, “but you would never know they’re there.”

These hidden emotional undercurrents seep through her carefully planned palettes, like the marine blues and greens running across her “Agua de Mar” series, mostly inspired by photographs of locations that have marked her life from Buenos Aires to Miami. Pasman rotates the surface as she paints, imbuing her lush drips, strokes and washes of layered acrylics and oils with unbridled movement. “I want to be fluid in my painting,” she explains. The only element the artist preplans is the color scheme, otherwise forgoing sketches or research. This approach allows for an intuitive, freeform process of living in the moment, which ultimately leads to the final creation.

Her hues reached new heights in her paintings rendered on spools of paper. The artist suspends them from the ceiling in waterfalls of color and gently folds them, without creasing, into open, wavy forms to create visual movement. First used as a practical space-saving measure, she soon found painting on unfurled rolls to be an uncharted horizon she could tap into. “It gave me space to think,” Pasman notes. “And when I was hanging them, I discovered they could be sculptures.” She plays with these newfound forms, experimenting with collaging photographs and stitching textile elements in her pieces. A varying soundtrack of podcasts and audiobooks sets the tone in her whitebox studio at Collective 62, a close-knit community of female artists in Liberty City. Here, fortified with abundant natural light and endless potential hues, anything feels possible. “I consider my art to be in its childhood stage,” the artist says with a smile. “I am discovering myself, playing a lot, enjoying the movement—and I know good things will come.”

From her studio in Liberty City (bottom), Verónica Pasman (opposite) paints vibrantly hued abstract works—some of which span 33 feet long. Other pieces incorporate materials such as textiles and personal mementos, including Argentinian vintage stamps that belonged to her late father-in-law (left and below).

Architecture: Kristin Kellogg, Smith Kellogg Architecture, Inc. Interior Design: Helen Bergin, Helen Bergin Interiors

Home Builder: Jeremy Sloane, Sloane Construction Company Landscape Architecture: Dustin M. Mizell, Environment Design Group

BY KELLY VENCILL SANCHEZ

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An interior designer captures her client’s personality through a vibrant aesthetic in a streamlined abode.

TRUE COLORS

WRITTEN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK SARGENT

Leather from Jerry Pair Leather covers the entry’s ModShop chairs flanking Bernhardt’s Axiom console.

Erin McIntosh artwork gathers with Orrefors sconces on a wall painted Benjamin Moore’s Simply White.

The Rug & Kilim runner rests on flooring from Absolute Hardwood Flooring.

Interior designer Helen Bergin remembers the inspiration photo Jessica La Marche shared for her new house: a charming outdoor space that embodied the area’s style. “It was pink, green and preppy,” Bergin recalls. “It was beautiful.”

But when the interior designer saw the architectural plans for her client’s residence, she detected a disconnect between the two. “I’m all for using color,” the LUXE Next In Design 99 honoree acknowledges, “but I felt we could turn it up a dose with cleaner lines and a more modern approach.” It was the first step toward realizing Jessica’s unique vision for a warm, welcoming and feminine dwelling. “She was striving for an exuberant energy that’s peaceful and calming at the same time,” Bergin describes.

A New Yorker who relocated with her daughter to West Palm Beach, Jessica acquired a midcentury minimal property not far from her mother’s house. She and architect Kristen Kellogg were struck by the structure’s abundance of natural light, but when they realized the size of the spaces wouldn’t serve Jessica’s lifestyle, the project expanded. “What originally started as manipulating some rooms and adding a second story ended up being even more substantial,” Kellogg reflects. “We wanted to not only enhance the light quality but also perforate the home in every manner possible.” To maximize the layout, the team raised the ceilings on the ground floor, allowing for generous windows. Then there was the challenge of constructing the staircase, an oak-and-brass form with glass rails that took tremendous planning. “That was the hardest, most complicated detail to get right,” builder Jeremy Sloane emphasizes.

“There was no room for error.”

The modernity of the staircase contributes to the varied architectural palette, which blends contemporary lines with midcentury moments, such as stucco detailing and, on the loggia, a coffered cypress ceiling. “It’s a classic element made modern,” Bergin says. Complementing the façade’s linear qualities, landscape architect Dustin M. Mizell executed what he calls “modern garden minimalism” with plantings like Adonidia palms lining the pool. Inside, white oak flooring served as Bergin’s starting point. The living area’s woven chairs,

for instance, play off the wood tones underfoot. The space’s seating is set low to retain clear sight lines to the dining area and kitchen, rooms Jessica wanted to flow into each other for large family gatherings. “My fondest memories growing up were having people over,” she remembers. “Our house revolved around cooking and entertaining, and I wanted the same thing here.” To that end, the interior designer customized an oak-topped dining table that stretches 10 feet, accommodating an abundance of guests.

Another item on the owner’s wish list: brass everywhere. Finishes and fixtures in the material appear throughout and play a starring role in the kitchen, where Bergin devised a hood crafted in Mexico. “Even the Roman shades have a gold thread, and the counter and backsplash porcelain has gold tones running through it,” she points out. “It’s warm and clean.”

When it came to selecting other hues, Bergin typically forms a palette from artwork, but in this case, she inspected her client’s wardrobe. “If you look at Jessica’s closet, all she wears is color,” the interior designer observes. “She is bright and vibrant.” A pair of aqua chairs in the entry introduces pops of bold tones, which include a nearby green runner, chartreuse pillows in the living area, and peach and blush textiles in the primary suite. Color also comes from jewelry-like lighting, particularly the striking teal Murano-glass pieces in the living and dining areas. “We wanted the spaces to feel collected,” Bergin says, “so we mixed in vintage and patinated items to give character.” Curved forms inject an Art Deco vibe, like the living area’s rounded tables and the primary bathroom’s 1960s-inspired mirrors. As for art, that came last—and quite serendipitously: When Bergin visited a gallery pop-up, she discovered pieces that perfectly complement the home.

The final look is a departure from Jessica’s initial pink-and-green muse, the interior designer concedes. “I like to take clients out of their comfort zones,” she admits. But despite shifting from her original idea, the owner says her house exudes her personality. “My vision came to fruition,” Jessica says. “And I love seeing it all through my daughter’s eyes.”

Above: A Glustin Luminaires chandelier suspends above the dining table by 1 of A Kind Live Edge Slabs and Four Hands’ Jolin chairs. AK Hardeman art from Gregg Irby Gallery centers Allied Maker’s Concentric sconces over Made Goods’ Ramon buffet.

Opposite: The living area’s Four Hands sofa coordinates with Palecek’s Calanova coffee table on KM Home’s Bellissima rug. Murano-glass lamps from 1stdibs and a Lawson-Fenning pendant offer light. Just behind is a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator from Fuse Specialty Appliances and, in the foyer, a Eurofase chandelier.

“WE WANTED THE SPACES TO FEEL COLLECTED, SO WE MIXED IN VINTAGE AND PATINATED ITEMS TO GIVE CHARACTER.”

–HELEN BERGIN

An Amoretti Brothers hood headlines the kitchen’s brass accents, which include Atelier de Troupe pendants, Rejuvenation hardware and House of Rohl’s Tenerife faucets. ModShop stools complement the Statuario porcelain from Spazio Marble and the oak cabinetry. BlueStar’s Nova range is from Fuse Specialty Appliances.

Above: Rachel Donath mirrors decorate the primary bathroom, where a Phillip Jeffries wallcovering meets Micronesia Yap Thassos tile flooring. Kallista faucets and knobs from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery accent the oak vanity. Visual Comfort & Co. lighting completes the scene.

Opposite: A Clad Home chaise joins Made Goods’ Lawson stool and Arteriors’ Abbott floor lamp in the primary bedroom. McGee & Co.’s Pia nightstand sits beside Palecek’s Woodside bed. Pindler draperies frame David W. Dailey art. Sarah + Ruby wallpaper balances a carpet from Jack Walsh Trade.

Four Hands furnishings mingle with a West Elm coffee table on the loggia. Coleen & Company’s Sarafina lantern features a custom Farrow & Ball finish. The plaster mural is from Bunny Williams Home. Stoneline Group executed the hardscape.

Interior Design: Tamara Feldman, Tamara Feldman Design Home Builder: Avi Bensadon, Golden Builders

New HEIGHTS

Sand and surf inspire the look and feel of a contemporary family home with sky-high views.

WRITTEN BY JENNIFER BOLES | PHOTOGRAPHY BY KRIS TAMBURELLO

A mixed-media piece by Thrush Holmes catches the eye atop a travertine console by Arca in the foyer. The space is wrapped in American walnut panels by Davila Woodwork.

Designer Tamara Feldman conceived the door.

The first time Tamara Feldman met her clients, their goldendoodle, Penny, did something out of the ordinary: She cuddled up next to the designer and stayed with her for the entire discussion.

“Usually, Penny barks a lot and doesn’t like people coming into the house,” Feldman says with a laugh. “The owners got a good vibe because she connected with me.”

That canine intuition was among the first signs the designer was the right person to renovate their home, a high-rise Miami condo wrapped in ocean views due to an abundance of floor-to-ceiling windows. The residents, a couple with two daughters, desired relaxed, familyfriendly spaces that lean coastal, modern and refined while spotlighting their art collection.

“It needed to be a mix of everything— sophisticated, beachy, contemporary,” Feldman says. As a mother, painter and designer known for warm, clean-lined interiors, she understood exactly what her clients envisioned.

For Feldman, fulfilling this tall order began by introducing natural finishes that merge the indoors with the outdoors. “When somebody tells me they want a beachy and chic environment,” she says, “travertine and wood tones immediately come to mind.” Working with general contractor Avi Bensadon, a longtime collaborator, the designer wrapped the elevator foyer in slabs of travertine and dark wood paneling for a bold statement. “We wanted to create a moodier space so when you enter the home, you get a sense of relaxation,” she explains. From there, the interior progressively lightens by the time one reaches the living area, lavished with white oak flooring, a travertine wall unit and ceiling beams grouped in twos and threes.

“Those beams are a way to add interest, warmth and indirect lighting without lowering the ceiling or keeping it flat,” Feldman explains. The seascape, too, builds to a starring role thanks to a highlight of the renovation: newly installed sliding doors that can stack together, maximizing the setting. “There is no aluminum to obstruct the view,” Bensadon points out. “It becomes a 14-foot-wide opening.”

Continuing the coastal strategy through the furnishings, Feldman adhered to low,

contemporary pieces in a pared-down palette. “We kept to neutral tones inside so the views can speak for themselves,” she says, pointing to the living area’s structured light gray sofa, lounge chairs with wood details and coffee tables with delicate sky hues. Similarly, in the adjacent dining area, the designer paired a transparent glass table with curvy open-framed chairs—pieces that practically disappear, giving way to the panorama beyond them. “I wanted to make sure we didn’t use any heavy furniture that would block the scenery,” she explains. “Function was important, but the aesthetics of the view and the extension of the beach were important as well.” The nearby kitchen also has a quiet yet commanding presence with white oak cabinetry, a grooved island and wine bar boasting a mirrored backsplash, bringing the ocean to the interior in a dynamic reflection.

Wall treatments, too, attract humble attention: The powder room is swathed in a textured, geometric Carrara marble, while the daughters’ bedrooms flaunt wallcoverings that are patterned but not distracting. There, Feldman gave each a custom headboard that toes the line between whimsy and sophistication—like one whose curved design mimics the soft shades of a gray rainbow. “We wanted to make sure they weren’t rooms the girls would outgrow,” she says.

The subtlety of these forms and hues creates an inviting backdrop for the owners’ collection of contemporary works. “All of the color in the home came from their art,” Feldman notes. These include pieces she sourced, such as a bright yet minimalist painting in the kitchen, organic Japanese sculptures adorning the living area and a canvas with a jolt of neon in the foyer.

For all its stylish flair, though, the condo is first and foremost a family home, and the designer ensured each space fuses aesthetics with functionality. The entry hall doubles as a mudroom, housing a seating nook that acts as a discreet repository for shoes and school backpacks. Elsewhere, generously sized sofas offer room for everyone to gather, and indooroutdoor upholstery provides durability. “The unit feels light and airy, but we were able to create all the right elements for a welcoming household,” Feldman says. “It is a footprint of my design, but at the end of the day, it’s truly an extension of my clients.” Even those with four legs.

Above: Jonny Niesche artwork accents the kitchen’s white oak Eggersmann cabinetry, punctuated by a Calacatta Gold marble backsplash and countertops. Lasvit’s Cipher chandeliers from Avenue Road suspend above the island, home to Dornbracht faucets from Studio41 and Thomas Hayes Studio stools.

Opposite: Artistic Frame’s curved Palms armchairs add movement to the dining area’s linear glass Santambrogiomilano table. The white oak flooring from Deco27 echoes the ceiling beams in the same material by Davila Woodwork. The owners’ telescope takes in the outdoor scenery.

Above: Facilitating easy entertaining in the living area, the bar niche is customized with an LED-lit bronze-glass wine cellar crafted by Eggersmann. Grooved white oak millwork conceals an ice maker and refrigerator drawers.

Opposite: A Noe Kuremoto sculpture from Mindy Solomon Gallery perches on a travertine console by Arca, joining portraits against a white French oak wall by Davila Woodwork in the living area. Amazonite Simone Coste coffee tables from Avenue Road rest near a Minotti sectional.

Right: The powder room features a wall of etched Salvatori Carrara marble from Ceramic Matrix and a Dornbracht faucet outfitting the marble vanity. The mirror by Majestic Mirror & Frame is parallel to a Lindsey Adelman Studio light.

Opposite: Kelly Wearstler pendants illuminate the primary bedroom, where Craig Alan artwork hangs against a wall painted Benjamin Moore’s Super White. Edelman leather backs the custom bed and complements the white oak wall and nightstand.

“We kept to neutral tones inside so the views can speak for themselves .”

–TAMARA FELDMAN

For one daughter’s bedroom, Feldman designed the bed—including the arched headboard— using Kravet fabrics. The CB2 chair and custom nightstands contribute to the contemporary feminine style. A patterned Phillip Jeffries wallcovering pairs with the Stark rug.

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