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With their latest collection, Icons II, Donghia taps its extraordinary archive once more to create updated iterations of founder Angelo Donghia’s original designs. The Crescent Chair and Ottoman, newly arrived in the company’s showrooms, is a celebration of his mastery of scale, tailoring, comfort and elegance. “The two-tier slipper chair became a staple in Angelo’s own decor as well as his clients’ homes,” explains Doug Garfinkle, who was named creative director shortly after the company
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was purchased by Kravet in 2020. (Donghia founded his company in 1968 and was renowned as much for his business acumen as for his interiors, which brought such clients as Halston and Ralph Lauren.) “Versatile and overstuffed, it came to embody and identify his style as luxurious, relaxed and distinctly American,” Garfinkle adds of the iconic design. This newly released model honors archival forms but has been updated for today. “The Crescent Chair embraces patterns and a playful spirit,” Garfinkle continues. “Its function and casual nature invite a relaxed, lounge-like atmosphere, yet the tailoring remains second to none. Modern and elegant, the Crescent Chair pays homage to the past while moving the vision forward.” kravet.com
“I’ve always loved retail, and I’ve always loved the decorative arts,” Kate Rheinstein Brodsky explains when asked why she started KRB, her Upper East Side boutique on Lexington Avenue. “I get to find beautiful pieces and then show people how to layer the traditional with the more modern ones.” And perhaps shopkeeping is also in her blood. The daughter of designer Suzanne Rheinstein, Brodsky grew up in Los Angeles running in and out of her mother’s studio and retail space. Once Brodsky got to New York, she worked for design legends like Ralph Lauren Home and Jeffrey Bilhuber, but retail still called to her. Now, after a successful decade as a store owner, Brodsky is ready to celebrate by collaborating with some of her favorite artisans to create a collection of limited-edition runs. “One of the joys of my shop is working with artisans and makers,” she says. “The anniversary is an excuse to do something special with our fan favorites.” The collection includes prints of Marian McEvoy’s botanical collages, papier-mâché urns by Mark Gagnon and glass bowls and vases by Paul Arnhold. All are witty—many pieces feature her shop’s signature green—and all could work in a traditional brownstone just as well as in a modern glass high-rise. krbnyc.com
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TWO CHIC NEW SHOWROOMS MAKE A SPLASH IN THE NEW YORK DESIGN SCENE.
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A random query—“Have you ever thought about opening a showroom in New York?”—led Ryan Hughes and Steven Leonard, partners in the Atlanta showroom R Hughes, to not only think about New York, but to unveil a space in the New York Design Center. “We represent enough collections in Atlanta which didn’t have homes in New York that it made sense to open a showroom here,” Hughes says. “And when we saw the space on
the 16th floor, filled with natural light and big enough to make an impact, we signed the lease.” Some of the brands that Hughes and Leonard are bringing to New York include Coup Studio, a lighting and furniture line out of California; Natasha Baradaran, a Los Angeles-based textile and furniture designer; and Refractory, a Chicago casting and furniture design studio. The duo also has two names that are exclusive to the New York showroom: Rose Uniacke and Una Malan. “These are a big deal for us,” Leonard reflects. “They’re well-known brands with beautiful textiles and furnishings.” Since the showroom’s kickoff during last fall’s What’s New, What’s Next, the pair have felt encouraged by the local design world. “People told us that New Yorkers never leave their offices,” Hughes says. “But we’ve been getting consistently good traffic; it feels very welcoming, like a community.” Leonard adds: “We’re very big into relationships and we believe in the whole design ecosystem. It’s exciting for us to be here in New York, meeting people and being present.” r-hughes.com
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In Tribeca, Felicia Hung and Nick Ozemba have opened a concept store, Quarters, that’s modeled after a private home beautifully styled with offerings from Hung and Ozemba’s line, In Common With, as well as restored vintage pieces and collaborations with artists and artisans. The 8,000-square-foot space includes a decorated bedroom, kitchen and dining room, as well as a welcoming bar and lounge. “The Bar at Quarters is a day-to-night café and wine bar,” Hung says. “It’s designed to be a truly immersive experience—everything from the plates and furniture to select ingredients on the menu is available for purchase.” To wit, Italian artist Claudio Bonuglia, who painted the fresco framing the bar, has collaborated on a limited series with the duo. “Claudio is an exceptional artist with extensive expertise in decorative arts, particularly in trompe l’oeil and marbling techniques,” notes Ozemba, who first met Bonuglia by chance on a flight. “This collaboration is the launch of our Editions series, where we’ll feature one-of-a-kind In Common With designs, uniquely interpreted by select artists.” While In Common With started as a lighting brand, the new retail space has sparked Hung and Ozemba’s energy and creativity to travel in new directions, including a line of wood furniture, a ceramic collaboration with designer and artist Shane Gabier and handembroidered lighting fixtures. “We have several collaborations and collections in the pipeline and we’re already looking ahead to 2026 and beyond,” Hung adds. “We’re excited to partner with new collaborators, explore different mediums and continue championing creativity and craftsmanship in our work.” incommonwith.com
Britain-born, Connecticut-based textile designer Rosemary Hallgarten looks to her travels and to the natural world when seeking inspiration for her eponymous line of fabrics, rugs and accessories. Her recently introduced Aurelie Collection continues to expand a vision of luxury that’s connected to a place, in this case the Pyrenees mountains. “For Aurelie, I wanted to invoke layers of history, with a wild and rugged terrain,” she explains. “It gave me a chance to play with textures and to add in warm tones like moss green, cognac and burgundy.” Hallgarten notes that each collection builds on and works with previous ones. “My pieces are intended to last,” she shares. “Everything comes through my filter, so the new creations will always tie into what I’ve done in the past.” That product longevity—both in design and durability—comes from Hallgarten’s creative process as well as her relationships with traditional makers in places like Peru and Nepal. “The pieces are handmade by artisans,” she says. “They’re a celebration of how time impacts beauty and often enhances it.” rosemaryhallgarten.com
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As the founder of the Black Artists + Designers Guild (BA+DG) and a ceramic and textile artist in her own right, Malene Djenaba Barnett’s interest in her African Caribbean heritage has guided not only her artistic journey, but also led her to write the newly published book, Crafted Kinship: Inside the Creative Practices of Contemporary Black Caribbean Makers Read on to learn more. @malene.barnett
Tell us about your artistic path? I started in textile, fashion and rug design, but I took a sabbatical from my business and wound up getting my MFA in ceramics at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture. At the same time, I was doing a deep dive into my family history. My mother is from Saint Vincent, where her mother was a fashion designer, and my father is from Jamaica.
And you won a Fulbright! The Fulbright gave me a chance to research African Caribbean pottery and the people who make it. I realized there wasn’t a resource of these artists and their creative processes, so I decided to write it. The book brings attention to makers in the Caribbean and reminds readers that the region is not just the music, beaches and good food.
What’s next? A curatorial team of five of the founders of BA+DG opened an exhibit in November, The Underground Library, in the actual library of Cooper Hewitt. It’s part of its seventh design triennial and it incorporates our work, plus the work of 20 additional artists in reimagining the space. It’s on display now through August 2025.
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“This Bainbridge Island, Washington, entry interacts with light filtered through oldgrowth timber and reflected off the nearby water. The plaster walls offer a textural reflectivity, so the space can respond to seasonal changes.”
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“Morning sunshine in this dining nook is soft and muted, but in the evenings, sunset pours in, creating beautiful, dramatic patterns of light. It’s the perfect place to enjoy the Sonoma County, California, vistas over cocktails with friends.”
“The main lifestyle goal was exposing this primary bathroom to the light and New York City skyline views, which we did in large part by removing a centrally located double vanity and replacing it with a 360-degree-view curved glass shower.”
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“We really embraced the mountain vistas in this Avon, Colorado, living room. Our goal was to create a relaxed, sophisticated space and to soften the iron windows with sheer curtains and sumptuous neutral upholstery.”
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“This Houston home’s main stair sits at the nexus of several spaces with large windows. Throughout the day, its geometric planes receive differing conditions of sun, highlighting it in a dynamic way.”
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“Looking out from this guest bedroom in Johnson City, Texas, the cliffs and river appear like a meditation space. Furnishings are soft in shape and large in scale, so the light can really hug them. The yellow curtains mimic the peaceful tones of sunset.”
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FOR DESIGNER BETH WEBB, SERENITY IN THE BEDROOM—AND BEYOND—COMES DOWN TO CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF WHITE.
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Pale, nature-inspired tones converge in a luxurious bedroom in Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Drapes of Rose Cumming fabric and an Eve and Staron rug wrap the space in softness.
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Beloved for her neutral, tonal, collected interiors, Atlanta-based designer Beth Webb is a master craftswoman of peaceful environs, whether seaside, mountain top or in the heart of a city. And in no space is fostering a tranquil visual language more important than the bedroom—a cocooning place of retreat that’s squarely top of mind during this season of hibernation.
Webb’s distinct brand of quiet luxury is on proud display in her muchanticipated monograph, Embracing Beauty: Serene Spaces for Living (Rizzoli, February 2025), which promenades 14 magnificent homes from Florida to the Grand Tetons. Within its glossy pages, the designer subtly divulges the elements that, for her, compose a restful bedroom: soft palettes, gracious canopy beds trimmed with diaphanous drapery, richly textured
wall treatments, crisp Italian linens and a perch with patina to take in the views out the window.
Below, in an unpublished passage adapted exclusively for the pages of LUXE, the designer expounds on capturing the feeling of white (rather than the hue itself), and on the fundamentals that together make a home a sanctuary. Take a page from her design philosophy playbook in reimagining your own boudoir for a long winter’s nap.
The snowfall outside the window in Paris makes the city white in its body, white in its quiet. I wake early and sit in the lamplight, watching. This white. This quiet. How do we inhabit it? How do we maintain, in Stieglitz’s words, this “great white stillness?”
This is what I’m seeking: to enable us to live inside this sheltering. Sanctuary,
A creamy white bedroom in Atlanta synthesizes designer Beth Webb’s (portrait above) quiet yet layered approach. The Tara Shaw Maison bed sports a skirt of Loro Piana fabric and custom Julia B. Casa linens.
refuge—there are many names. “Embrace” speaks to this intimacy—to being sheltered and protected. When you are held by light, by space, by music, by a beloved, there can be a luminosity to embrace. There is an aura of refuge.
I studied fine art at university and, early in my career, visited the Florence Academy of Art, where they still taught in the tradition of 19th-century École des
Beaux-Arts academicians. They drew from life, down to the bones. They studied: line, material, proportion, placement, negative space, composition. My intention to this day is to apply that visual language of art to interiors. A room is an immersive composition. A key tool is light. In each of our projects, we start sculpting space with light. Our palette is quiet but always subtly tailored to the qualities of light in that landscape. East and west, mountain and coast, there is an intimacy of the interaction between light and color that we are very attentive to. At its best, it enables dissolution into quiet and contentment.
Within these serene interiors, detail enables discovery over time—all is not immediately revealed. When you study painting, you learn the value of negative space, of absence, of what is withheld. Like the work of the symbolist poets, it’s about allusion, not explication. “The ‘blanks’ indeed take on importance,” writes Mallarmé. It’s only upon closer
attention that one discovers the subtle shadings, the refinements, the textures. From the way the local light interacts with a palette—and how the subtlest difference in shade can transform the feeling of a space—to the touch of a textile so soft that it elicits an immediate sense of calm, a deeply attentive choreography of these elements enables the whole to be much more than the sum of its parts. It creates atmosphere. It creates sanctuary. And sanctuary is a form of embrace. When you imbue a home with warmth, welcome, charm and ease, it holds you in return—a room becomes a refuge, a house, a haven. As a designer, it is my life’s work to achieve this with each and every room. I want it to be well-designed, I want it to be beautiful but, more than anything, I want it to provide peace. bethwebb.com, rizzoliusa.com
Ethereal drapes on a canopy bed are a signature stroke of Webb’s, as seen in her forthcoming monograph (cover left). In this Brays Island, South Carolina, bedroom, panels of scrim linen from Ulster Linen offer a touch of rustic elegance.
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FROM LUXURIOUS LINENS TO A BED FIT FOR ROYALTY, A SERENE SLUMBER AWAITS.
Sweet Dreams
THE FOUNDER OF THE LUXURY BED COLLECTION SHARES TIPS FOR GETTING A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP.
Known as the Sleep Whisperer, Mary Pat Wallace understands just how important selecting the right mattress is when it comes to getting proper shut-eye. It’s the one item in your home that is used more than anything else and can have the biggest impact on wellbeing. Below, Wallace shares what to keep in mind when investing in a mattress. theluxurybedcollection.com
Materials Matter
It’s essential that the mattress companies I work with use natural materials. Spending eight hours a night with your face in something that’s full of harmful chemicals is not ideal. Both Hästens and Vispring are focused on using wood bases that aren’t treated with toxins along with flax, cotton, wool and steel springs. And what these materials do, depending on quantity and how they’re layered with the different spring designs, is deliver a completely elevated feel and sleeping experience.
Personalization Is Key
Different body densities require different mattress makeups. The brands at The Luxury Bed Collection offer split tensions, which can make all the difference when sleeping in the same bed with someone. For example, a smaller person needs less support and more pressure relief. I personally think that most people are sleeping on mattresses that are way too firm—go with what feels better to you!
Do Your Homework
I admit that I cringe when I hear about online purchases—you really should go in person to test a mattress. We have locations in Chicago, Dallas and Naples, Florida, and I urge people to come in, book some time, turn your cellphone off and get educated. Tell us how you’re sleeping, what your needs are, and let us help guide you through this process so you can find a mattress that, no joke, that will change your life and keep you healthy.
Zen Oasis
CARVING OUT SPACE TO BREATHE, A DALLAS INTERIOR DESIGN TEAM FORMS A ROOM LAYERED IN TEXTURE AND GEARED TOWARD HOLISTIC LIVING.
WRITTEN BY LARA HALLOCK
“This room was designed as a sanctuary for the homeowner,” says Cody Brown, co-owner of Bridges Brown Interiors. With partner Jeremy Bridges, he incorporates a lifestyle-oriented approach to the firm’s timeless and eclectic designs. To create a peaceful meditation room in an expansive Dallas home, Brown focused on all-natural materials that allude to the outdoors: A cork wallcovering pressed with specks of gold leaf creates a meditative backdrop; a set of hand-crocheted silk lights present a range of stony hues; and green acts as an accent throughout, as seen in a molded
When envisioning a room to nourish body and spirit, designers Jeremy Bridges
and organic colors. The
and warmth.
tinted mirror by artist Christophe Gaignon. Tactility also played a huge factor so that the client could sit as comfortably crosslegged atop the plush rug as on the linenupholstered chaise. “Every home should have a space like this,” Brown muses, “somewhere you can go and be quiet and align your mind and body so that you’re healthier.” bridgesbrowninteriors.com
(far left) and Cody Brown (left) focused on natural materials
Hamimi pendants, credenza from Decca Home and Perennials-covered RH chaise build on themes of rejuvenation
NOTABLES
Nicole Corbett
Nicole Corbett’s work transports you to a soft, ethereal moonscape with hundreds of tiny lights reflecting across the horizon. Starting as a photograph printed on velvet, each piece is embroidered using holographic thread, which reflects light and adds a 3D element. View the full series online or visit the Brooklyn gallery. nicolecorbett.studio
Warp & Weft
Expressing a commitment to what is most fundamental and essential in design, Warp & Weft’s design approach is born from the recognition of unity of form, color and texture. With that in mind, they strive to realize the true potential of every space, however simple or complex.
warpandweft.com
ABC Stone
Since 1992, ABC Stone has aimed to meet the needs of the design industry in an ever-changing global market. By diversifying its material portfolio and service o erings, and providing its clients with a superior customer experience, ABC is redefining how the A&D industry conducts business.
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Downright
Hand-collected from abandoned nests in eider duck sanctuaries, Downright’s Eiderdown is the fi nest, warmest, most rare down in the world. And its most unique characteristic is that it’s extremely lightweight. downrightltd.com
Dennis Miller New York
Blending contemporary elegance with utility, the Toro Nightstand by Anees Furniture (shown in a dark wood finish) features an open L-shape design and a single drawer with a cut-out handle. Its minimalist form provides a stylish top surface and practical storage. dennismiller.com
DESIGN FINDS: MATERIALS + SURFACES
The foundations upon which great designs are built, materials and surfaces are fundamental to creating spaces that are as durable and functional as they are beautiful and luxurious. With that in mind, design-savvy homeowners and industry professionals make the A&D Building their first—and often only—stop when they are choosing the right materials and surfaces for their projects. Renowned for its multitude of showrooms that exhibit furnishings, appliances, accents, accessories, lighting and much more from the world’s finest makers, the A&D Building is also the place to see and experience the ideal materials and surfaces that will elevate any environment. This is something that Jennifer Mabley and Austin Handler have come to know well over the last two decades. As Principals and Co-Founders of Mabley Handler Interior Design, they are celebrated for their Hamptons-inspired style and impressive portfolio of award-winning projects. “At Mabley Handler, we create elegant, livable homes that reflect each client’s taste and lifestyle,” Handler says. “From our studios in the Hamptons, New York City and Palm Beach, we are able to support our clients in the communities where they live, work and play!”
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When asked to choose the perfect materials and surfaces for a dream project, Mabley and Handler went on a journey of infinite discovery at the A&D Building. While there, they compiled a luxurious list of exciting new finds and enduring favorites. Taking a decidedly organic approach, the visionary pair chose two wonderful rugs from Edward Fields. “We would use them in an expansive space where they would be the focus of attention,” Handler shares. And for their kitchen island, they picked a custom wood and marble waterfall design by Bob Bakes, Co-Founder at Bakes & Kropp which, they say, “Adds the warmth of wood, while maintaining clean lines.” Other honorees include Paris Ceramics’ hand-hammered metal tiles, “We always appreciate a product that has a classic feel, yet is smart and innovative,” Artistic Tile’s Meru and Flute Deco marble tile, “They make a true statement with texture,” Eggersmann’s Arabescato polished marble island with Vancouver wood veneers, “While the kitchen is the obvious place to use this, we could also see it in a large walk-in closet or ladies dressing room,” as well as rich, white oak flooring from Carlisle which, Handler says, “is trending right now.”
The A&D Building is the ultimate destination for discovering the finest and most imaginative pieces and products for residential and commercial projects. A true microcosm of the world’s best brands, makers and artisans, a visit to the A&D Building is like going on a global shopping spree under one roof.
Austin Handler + Jennifer Mabley PRINCIPALS AND CO-FOUNDERS
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Designer Picks
... HERE ARE SOME OF THE MATERIALS AND SURFACES THAT INSPIRED JENNIFER MABLEY AND AUSTIN HANDLER.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:
• ARTISTIC TILE
We love the playful geometric design of their Meru marble tile and the mix of marble and metal in their Flute Deco tile.
• EDWARD FIELDS
Asymmetrical edges, multilayers of pile and beautifully artistic designs define the Broken Shore and Mirrorland rugs we chose.
• EGGERSMANN
Elegant and innovative, the design of this Arabescato marble island makes it look and feel like a luxurious piece of furniture.
• CARLISLE WIDE PLANK FLOORS
The rich textures and warm shades found in Carlisle’s white oak flooring are au courant and oh, so enticing to the eye.
• PARIS CERAMICS
These marvelous Hammered German Silver tiles work great in a historic home or any space where you’re trying to bring classic character.
OPPOSITE :
• BAKES & KROPP
Constantly innovating, the custom island delivers refreshing refinement to this stunning kitchen designed by Bakes & Kropp.
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Live Brilliantly
Crystorama’s beloved Broche collection captures layers of leaves and sweeping vines in these timeless designs. Their special allure whispers nature’s secret design in silver, white, or gold finishes. Since 1924, Capitol Lighting has helped homeowners, interior designers and custom home builders set the tone for every space. With unsurpassed service, unparalleled selection and our best price guarantee, you can always trust us to put you in your best light.
Visit any of our convenient showrooms or shop online at 1800lighting.com today.
It’s All in How You Frame It.
Bring the natural textures of the outdoors into the interior with Feeney®’s DesignRail® resin infill options with organic embedded materials.
Welcome to the World of Feeney, where our designer custom options make it easy for you to create your own masterpiece, all while keeping it perfectly within frame.
Reach out to a Feeney Design Specialist to learn more: design@feeneyinc.com
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 retroinspired motifs with contemporary details, highlighted by a unique door processing. scavolini.com
Stone Yard, Inc.
Incorporate bold, stunning elements into a space with Stone Yard’s handcrafted pieces. Each celebrates the depth and distinction of the artisan’s hand, creating an unmatched tactile experience. Explore fire and water features, planters, furnishings and more.
stoneyardinc.com
Legno Bastone Wide Plank Flooring
Lancaster from Legno Bastone’s European Elegance collection brings a calming feel to any space. A natural smoldering procedure is used to deepen the tannins within the European white oak, resulting in a soft look.
legnobastone.com
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 as well as larger, up to 2" x 12" profiles.
MARKET
MEET THE MAKER | TREND | SPOTLIGHT | COLOR THEORY
With a focus on lighting, an edited guide to beautiful pieces and the companies who make them. Plus, movers and shakers making waves in wellness.
BRIGHT FUTURE
A look into the made-in-America lighting companies that are illuminating the way forward.
WRITTEN BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON
Family Affair
BOYD LIGHTING
Shepherding Boyd
Lighting into the future is creative director Schuyler Sweet, a fourth-generation Boyd family member. The company was founded in San Francisco in 1921 and has more than a century of legacy under its belt, including creating the fixtures for the city’s famous Opera House in the ’30s. Since then, it has navigated changing design movements—Beaux Arts, Art Deco, midcentury modern—and countless innovations. That’s where Sweet comes in, with one eye on the past and one on the
future, with a goal to distill and finesse the Boyd DNA. “Every generation has their own philosophy,” he says. “My ethos is to bring Boyd back to its classic modern roots and add a levity to the brand.”
Boyd is now headquartered in Colorado, where everything is handmade to order. At the intersection of its aesthetic are materials like brass, bronze and copper— nonferrous, nonrusting materials that will stand the test of time—in silhouettes and shapes devoid of extraneous details. “Part of the challenge is making a really simple design,” says Sweet. “There’s elegance in simplicity.” The Ovalo pendant above embodies these principles: unadorned, hand-finished brass loops are suspended from the ceiling and illuminated by an LED light source. As for what’s to come this year, Schuyler hints at a move towards
femininity and softness, with glass having a noticeable presence. “Design is allowed to change with the times and reflect what is going on in the world—it’s a dialogue, a visual language.” boydlighting.com
photos: leo sideras for boyd lighting.
Boyd Lighting’s elegant Ovalo pendant hangs dramatically over a staircase. Schuyler Sweet (below), the company’s creative director, who joined the company in 2011, oversees the brand’s identity from its Colorado headquarters.
Forging Ahead
HUBBARDTON FORGE
“When I first started at Hubbardton Forge 13 years ago, I didn’t have a job title,” says Andy Morter. “I was given a long leash to explore and tinker with materials and LEDs, which were changing the lighting landscape at the time.” Fast-forward to present day, and Morter, now design developer under the direction of VP of Design David Kitts, continues to experiment and take creative liberties, resulting in provocative creations like the Snaps collection, shown here and launching early this year.
The system’s leather straps, connecting LED modules that sit within alabaster discs, are fully customizable, giving interior designers the freedom to play with the configuration and positioning to create unique and bold installations. The fluid design is not necessarily inspired by a place or thing or era, but rather by the raw materials at hand. “It’s about the exploration of parts and pieces and bringing these materials and new technologies together,” says Morter.
The Vermont company’s goal is to build upon its storied foundation for everything created, from the newest leather Snaps collection to its iconic metal offerings. What began as a forgery 50 years ago has evolved into so much more, but staying ahead while remaining true to their roots is a formula they have mastered thus far. hubbardtonforge.com
Andy Morter, Hubbardton Forge’s design developer, installs the brand’s Snaps design (here and above), which can be configured in various ways (top and left).
Quality Control
RTO LIGHTING
“I’m definitely the orchestra leader in our opera of sorts,” Robert True Ogden says of RTO Lighting, the company he founded 20 years ago and which has since grown to some 60 people. Departments dedicated to woodworking, ceramics and metalworking are filled with talented makers working alongside employees in logistics and prototyping to create pieces that sing.
At the beginning of Ogden’s career, crafting lights was a creative side gig that didn’t have the limitations of his day job, but he soon realized pursuing it full-time was far more fulfilling. Today, RTO Lighting is a craft-first company whose products are all handmade in its Philadelphia workshop, something Ogden feels immensely proud of as he oversees the artisans who put together each item.
“My hope is that, in having outstanding quality, these designs will be collected and passed down through generations,” he says.
Most recently, Ogden has come together with designer and owner of Fair showroom Brad Ford to launch their first lighting collaboration, the Alina Collection, comprising table, floor and pendant lights with beautiful hair-on-hide shades. Ogden was inspired after reading an article about leather tanning and some of the toxicities caused by the process, instead wanting to embrace the natural product as is. The makers love how the product turned out—cowlicks and all—with the RTO Lighting founder noting, “There’s a simplicity to the designs that celebrates form, function and materiality”. rtolighting.com; fair-design.com
The new Alina Collection by RTO Lighting (founder Robert True Ogden, left) and designer Brad Ford features hair-on-hide shades in several rich hues, as seen on the Alina Pendant (here) and Table Lamp (below).
Balanced
Hartley Lamp in Cerulean / Price upon request / portaromana.com
Phoebe Stacked Table Lamp in Antiqued White Ceramic with Kelly Wearstler / $799 / visualcomfort.com
Squiggle Table Lamp in Brass / $179 / brightech.com
Small Calla Table Lamp in Blackened Brass with In Common With / $1,750 / sophieloujacobsen.com
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Halo E ect
Organic materials are found throughout a Newport Beach, California, home designed by Raili Clasen, where an oversized metal Namuh pendant offers a contemporary note over a dining table. railicadesign.com
1. Cucina Pendant Hanging Stem / From $375 / bevolo.com
2. Cullen Pendant in Black Leather / $229 / fourhands.com
3. Luna Modern Vine Chandelier in Bronze Crystal and Beige Silver Finish / $5,995 / studio.hammerton.com
4. Cive Pliée Chandelier in Braun Glass and Bronze Aluminum Finish by JMW Studio / Price upon request / hollyhunt.com
5. Beyond Astral Pendant in Aged Brass / Price upon request / schonbek.com
6. Small Leidyi Pendant and Aurelia Pendant in Amber Glass / Price upon request / avramrusu.com
Slabs
That Tell a Story
A brand synonymous with stone mastery, Walker Zanger offers a curated selection of striking slabs sourced from quarries worldwide. Experience the textures, tones, and unique character of each stone in person at a showroom near you. What’s your next design adventure? Visit walkerzanger.com
Featured Material: Nouvelle Grey Marble, Calacatta
Viola Vintage
FRESH FOCUS
Discover visionary talents and new products that aim to elevate every aspect of the home with well-being in mind.
Sheer Genius
For nearly 70 years, Jack Lenor Larsen’s eponymous line of textiles has been a go-to source for organic-meets-contemporary fabrics, utilizing techniques both old and new to create one-of-a-kind designs. Of Larsen’s many offerings—decorative weaves, nubby wovens, velvets and wools— it’s the brand’s attention to the humble sheer and its duty to diffuse the light from
a sun-drenched window that designers have long admired. Take the Koto textured sheer (from their latest collection inspired by African crafts) hung here. The gauzy open weave texture is a blend of wool and linen with a hint of metallic yarn that subtly shimmers in the sunlight—a glimmering surprise even on winter’s longer and darker days, letting the outdoors in. cowtan.com
photo: courtesy larsen.
Standouts from Larsen’s newest collection include Koto, a dreamy sheer woven with metallic thread, and Kifi, a diamond-shaped jacquard weave.
DOUBT
All Natural
Ali Davin has spent decades in the industry developing her unique approach to luxurious, sustainable design, which in many cases begins with using environmentally safe, nontoxic materials alongside lots of natural light. See, for instance, the Healdsburg, California, dining area at left, which features reclaimed wooden beams, linen drapery and metal furniture as well as limestone ooring. Door ventilation on three sides of the room activates a lovely cross breeze, and the space was designed with sunrise and sunset positioning in mind to create energy efficiencies. Curious where to start when creating your own healthy space? Davin, who owns San Francisco-based Jute Interior Design, recently published Live Natural , a book offering inspirational visuals and accessible tips for creating a cleaner home. juteinteriordesign.com
Artful Endeavor
Endeavor
furniture, ceramics and rugs, the storied French house tapped creative Er, who lives in both Paris and and draws on the rich repertoire of Chinese art and Bamboo
Mood, the of pieces takes inspiration from the plant, which is c in Asia and a of and The result is a collection of poetic, at the Mei Floor Lamp, which the traditional paper lanterns of the Far East in a sleek form; the Bamboo Mood Screen, with four wooden and the Armchair in soft a hue that references the earliest of Chinese
The latest collection from Roche Bobois is a true meeting of the minds and a fusion of cultural heritage. For this expansive collaboration encompassing furniture, lighting, ceramics and the storied French design house creative Jiang Qiong Er, who lives both Paris and Shanghai and draws the rich repertoire of Chinese art handcrafts in her work. Entitled Mood, the striking assemblage of takes inspiration from the plant, proli c in Asia and a symbol of integrity, resilience, simplicity and harmony. result is a collection of poetic, calming designs, including, at right, the Floor Lamp, which reimagines the traditional paper lanterns of the in a sleek porcelain form; the Bamboo Mood Screen, with four openwork wooden panels; and the Armchair soft celadon, a hue that references earliest pieces of Chinese porcelain. roche-bobois.com
Luxe Linens
Inspired by the pursuit of well-being, Italian bedding and bath linen company Frette has introduced its winter designs. An ode to wellness rituals, the collection invites you to relax at home and cozy up in extremely luxurious bedding, blankets and pillows. CEO Filippo Arnaboldi explains that this season is all about “transforming spaces into authentic sanctuaries of refinement,” and the new pieces, which emphasize natural materials like silk, cashmere and cotton, are indeed ideal for immersing yourself within your own bedroom oasis. Seen below are the Palace Throw and Decorative Cushion, Nest and Luxury Cashmere Velvet Decorative Cushions, and Knop and Pure Cashmere Throws. frette.com
Light The Way
Lutron’s smallest downlight to date, the new Ketra D2 comes in an array of minimal trims finely honed for a flush-to-the-ceiling aesthetic sought out by top designers. “The sleek, 2-inch aperture is a testament to modern design, allowing me to integrate lighting seamlessly into my interiors without overpowering them,” says Young Huh, founder of Young Huh Interior Design, who frequently uses Lutron pieces. The fixtures also leverage Ketra’s full-color, fourchannel optics to create the widest light spectrum available and adapt to various moments throughout the day. “Their discreet presence means I can focus on overall aesthetics, using light to showcase key features—like beautiful artwork or textured fabrics— without detracting from the design narrative,” Huh shares. lutron.com
Expert Opinion
When it comes to color and its effect on wellbeing, textile designer Lori Weitzner, a true expert on the subject, sums it up in two words: It’s personal. What feels calming or exhilarating to one individual might have the opposite eff ect for another. In her book Ode to Color , Weitzner has developed a test (which is also available online) that readers can take to learn which hues are best suited for them. The results are one of 10 unique “color worlds” composed of nuanced palettes for nuanced needs. Of the over 100,000 completed tests, the leading outcome is Fragrant Woods—the shades of an ancient forest like mossy greens and dark woods that, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, feel “grounding, rooting and nurturing,” explains Weitzner. Look out for these richer tones in the year ahead. loriweitzner.com
Open Vista
Marvin windows are rede ning the concept of a “room with a view.” In response to requests from architects, the company’s new, state-of-the art Modern Corner Window brings penthouse vibes and unobstructed views to any room of the house. As the name indicates, the window has two panes that meet at a right angle, seamlessly framing the exterior surroundings into a postcard-worthy panorama. The Corner Window maximizes two important elements: sight lines and natural light. It’s both an impactful design choice, creating a dramatic focal point, and a pragmatic solution for letting more light into a room. marvin.com
The leading results of Lori Weitzner’s color test are hues found in nature, like rich greens and warm woods. Clockwise from top right are new paint colors Paris Rain, Leather Saddle Brown, Rosepine, and Cinnamon Slate by Benjamin Moore.
Project by Tomlenovich Design with Photography by Giorgio Locatelli
SOFT GREENS ARE A VERSATILE ANCHOR FOR ANY ROOM— JUST ASK DESIGNER MICHELLE MORGAN HARRISON.
WRITTEN BY GRACE BEULEY HUNT
“I’m known for creating ‘breathe out’ houses, and for me, greens are an amazingly calming tool,” says Connecticut-based designer Michelle Morgan Harrison. With this philosophy in mind, Morgan Harrison looked to floor coverings in gentle variations of the hue to anchor her clients’ Greenwich
residence. Take the dining room above, whose mélange is pulled together by a Moroccan rug with hints of sage peeking through creamy shag plumes. “Pairing a vibrant base with neutral shag is a great way to soften colors,” the designer says. The adjacent breakfast area’s sleek lines are
warmed by a dhurrie-style wool flatweave in a shade Morgan Harrison dubs deep celery. “Rugs are the key to any room and a great way to add understated color,” she notes. “Here, we pulled subtle shades from nature to create something layered, relaxing and fabulous.” morganharrisonhome.com
photo: jane beiles.
Natural Element
Shop verdant rug debuts in shades from sage to celadon inspired by designer Michelle Morgan Harrison’s refreshing palette. In the sunny Greenwich, Connecticut, breakfast area pictured above, a wool flatweave from JD Staron nods to the wooded landscape beyond the windows.
Tomoya Wool-and-Silk Rug in Willow / To the trade / starkcarpet.com Boulder Wool-andSilk Rug / from $4,800 / therugcompany.com
1. Fordune Estate | Water Mill
$37.5M | 5.5± Acre Compound
20,000± sf of Exceptional Design on 3 Levels
Separate 2,634± sf Fitness Center
13 BR | 14 Full, 2 Half BA
60’ x 40’ Heated Gunite Saltwater Pool
Pool House Pavillion | Basketball Court Tennis Court + Pavillion | Garage Building
Deeded Private Ocean Access 14ForduneDr.com
Amelia M. Doggwiler
631.875.8120 | adoggwiler@bhsusa.com
2. Custom New Construction | Quogue
$7.495M | Built 2024 | 0.74± Acre 4,515± sf | 6 BR | 7 Full, 2 Half BA Separate Guest Cottage | Covered Porch Outdoor Fireplace | Gunite Saltwater Pool 6AssupsNeck.com
Lauren A. Battista
631.288.5534 | lbattista@bhsusa.com
3. Turnkey Farmhouse | Bridgehampton
$8.695M | 0.97± Acre | 6 BR | 7.5 BA 8,200± sf | Top-of-the-Line Finishes Heated Gunite Pool | Adjacent to Reserve Radiant-Heated 2-Car Garage 36ChaseCt.com
Christopher J. Burnside
516.521.6007 | cburnside@bhsusa.com
Aubri Peele 631.252.5434 | apeele@bhsusa.com
4. Bayfront Compound | East Hampton
$9.975M | Multi-Family Compound 1± Acre | 102± Feet of Sandy Beach Panoramic Views and Magical Sunsets Two Separate Houses | Total 7 BR, 4.5 BA Heated Lap Pool | Two-Car Garage EHWaterfront.com
Shannan M. North 631.445.0461 | snorth@bhsusa.com
Peter M. Turino 631.235.9098 | pturino@bhsusa.com
5. Water Access | Sag Harbor Village
$4.925M | 0.20± Acre | 4 BR | 3.5 BA 3,000± sf | Completely Renovated + Expanded Heated Gunite Pool | In the Redwood Community with Mooring + Water Access 21CoveRoad.com
Cynthia R. Barrett 917.865.9917 | cbarrett@bhsusa.com
6. Roses Grove | Southampton
$2.685M | 1.05± Acres | 3,358± sf 4+ BR | 5 BA | Saltwater Pool 600±sf Deck | Bordered by Reserve 900± Ft. to Peconic Bay 11DorsetRd.com
Jeffrey Smith
917.837.6706 | jeffreysmith@bhsusa.com
Patrick Brennan Photography Freeform Architecture
WHEN A KITCHEN COMBINES
LUXURY, LIVABILITY AND ALLURE, IT BECOMES THE MOST IMPORTANT ROOM IN THE HOUSE.
Achieving this delicate balance requires a design expert with a collaborative approach to creating unique kitchen environments. These comprehensive spaces should not only inspire the family chef, but provide the perfect place for doing homework, playing games, relaxing with a glass of wine or healthy snack and entertaining guests. That is why we at AjMadison are proud to present the Kitchen Design Collective.
Showcasing the remarkable work of some of our most celebrated and accomplished design partners, the Kitchen Design Collective combines their unique creative genius and affinity for function with our exceptional inventory of worldclass brands, unmatched expertise, extensive product knowledge and whiteglove service. Turn the page to see what Chrystalla Neocleous of VYDA Fine Interiors and AjMadison accomplished in New York.
Power and panache best describe this custom range hood.
Engineering excellence and panel-ready design by Miele.
A Modern Masterpiece
THIS CAPTIVATING KITCHEN MIXES EYE-CATCHING DESIGN WITH INNOVATIVE FUNCTION AND EXCEPTIONAL FLAIR.
Having the ability to create a kitchen that is at once sleek and contemporary and also inviting and inspirational takes design expertise and collaborative strength. When Chrystalla Neocleous, Senior Designer at New York’s VYDA Fine Interiors, and AjMadison teamed up on a one-of-a-kind project in Sands Point, New York, the designer’s unique vision and the appliance authority’s unmatched inventory, deep product knowledge and outstanding service brought this kitchen to luxurious, livable life.
AN AUDACIOUS ENDEAVOR
Designing a newly built waterfront home on Long Island’s storied North Shore was an exciting prospect for Chrystalla Neocleous.
“Our clients envisioned a home that embraced the elements of a modern residence but was also highly functional for their family of six,” she says. “Their wish list included sleek black cabinetry, expansive windows to capture the views and natural light and an open floor plan that would meet their daily needs.”
SUBSTANTIVE STYLE
To achieve the best possible result in the kitchen, Neocleous partnered with AjMadison, who helped her outfit a space that not only met her clients’ wants and needs, but elevated VYDA’s reputation for award-winning design.
“The Wolf, Miele and Sharp appliances we chose were the perfect complement to the Poggenpohl cabinetry,” she shares.
“The result is a kitchen that blends elegance and practicality, seamlessly.”
Miele’s black-glass wall ovens add subtle style.
This induction cooktop by Miele is truly incognito.
THE AJ EDGE
Chrystalla Neocleous shares the myriad advantages of working alongside AjMadison.
Why was AjMadison your go-to on this project?
From sourcing the ideal appliances to their in-house delivery and installation and ongoing white-glove service, AjMadison fully supported us and our clients through the entire design process.
What makes AjMadison stand out in the industry?
AjMadison’s vast selection of appliances and special product options mean that they have something for every type of client and home.
Did AjMadison help you navigate any particular design challenges?
One unique challenge that AjMadison helped us with was ensuring that the appliances we chose did not stand out against the aesthetic of the sleek black cabinetry. From the panel-ready, built-in refrigeration to the handleless, black-glass wall ovens, AjMadison had the perfect appliances for this project.
Have these appliances elevated your clients’ lives?
With features like rapid boil on the induction cooktop, preset cooking functions in the wall ovens and smart home technologies that can be controlled remotely, the appliances AjMadison helped us select have elevated both the kitchen’s function and our clients’ day-to-day.
What does being a part of AjMadison’s Kitchen Design Collective mean to you?
As a designer, working with reputable companies that not only assist but enhance our business is rare. We are very thankful for AjMadison’s continued support!
Idyllic Appliances
Miele MasterCool Series 36-Inch Smart Refrigerator Column Concealed by custom cabinet panels, this panel-ready refrigerator column offers ample capacity, LED lighting and a stainless-steel interior that helps preserve food longer.
$8,949; SKU: Miele K2902VI
Miele MasterCool Series 24-Inch Built-In Three-Zone Smart Wine Cooler Set in a nearby dining area, this wine cooler stores up to 104 bottles of red, white and sparkling wine.
$9,658; SKU: Miele KWT2611SF
MEET THE APPLIANCES THAT DELIVERED SUPERIOR FUNCTION AND STYLE TO THIS AWE-INSPIRING KITCHEN. APPLIANCES NOT SHOWN: Miele MasterCool Series 36-Inch
Miele 36-Inch Induction Cooktop
This five-zone induction cooktop installs perfectly flush with the counters and provides ample cooking space and optimal control.
$4,099; SKU: Miele KM6375
Miele 7000 Series ArtLine Series 30-Inch Single Oven in Obsidian Black
This stylish wall oven offers advanced guided cooking modes, bursts of steam and the ability to monitor food remotely via an in-oven camera.
$8,399; SKU: Miele H7880BPXMB
Heart + Soul
At the epicenter of this impressive kitchen, the island offers ample counter space for food prep, washing up and family gatherings. And just below the surface, it houses two very important appliances.
Concealed by cabinetry, this ultraquiet dishwasher can complete a cycle in under one hour.
$1,749; SKU: Miele G7266SCVI
• Sharp 24-Inch Microwave Drawer
Tucked discreetly underneath the counter, this microwave drawer offers an easy-to-read control panel that opens at a 45-degree angle.
$1,399; SKU: Sharp SMD2470AH
Smart Freezer Column, SKU: F2912VI, $9,649
INTERIOR INSIGHTS
The appliances AjMadison helped us select have elevated both the kitchen’s function and our clients’ day-to-day.”
“ From the panel-ready, built-in refrigeration to the handleless, black-glass wall ovens, AjMadison had the perfect appliances for this project.”
“AjMadison’s vast selection of appliances and special product options mean that they have something for every type of client and home.”
Chrystalla Neocleous, Senior Designer at VYDA Fine Interiors
Photography : Neil Landino
LIVING
KITCHEN + BATH
Design is in the details, as evidenced by a thoughtful Pacific Northwest abode that celebrates natural light and timeless materials.
In the Pacific Northwest, Lisa Staton designed a kitchen for clients who wanted to infuse classic style throughout their home. Custom cabinets are painted Farrow & Ball’s Shaded White. The Wood Stone pizza oven is surrounded by Mutual Materials brick tile, and Woodbridge Furniture counter stools pull up to the island.
Time Traveler
DESIGNER LISA STATON USES CLASSIC STYLE TO TURN BACK THE CLOCK IN A WASHINGTON KITCHEN, BATH AND LAUNDRY.
WRITTEN BY MARY JO BOWLING
When remodeling this Washington home, designer Lisa Staton worked hard to ensure it didn’t read as “new,” channeling the old-world European charm her clients fell in love with during their travels. That aesthetic became the cornerstone for an update that created timeless rooms for work, play and relaxation. We asked Staton how she shaped some of the most significant spaces in the abode. lisastaton.com
How did you approach the kitchen? This part of the house is important because she is a cookbook author and wanted a beautiful place to work and photograph her culinary creations, and he enjoys roasting and brewing coffee. Residential designer Adair Orr of Armadillo Design Lab and I relocated the kitchen to the other side of the house to take advantage of the views. It is a workhorse room— cooking implements hang over the range within arm’s reach—but is also styled as an extension of the living spaces. Most of the appliances are hidden in the pantry, which keeps things airy and allows room to display items like serveware, plants and candlesticks. Perimeter cabinets are a soft white, the island is a natural wood tone, and both have traditional trim and marble counters.
Northwest Woodslayer fabricated the cabinets; the brass hardware and curved faucets are by Devol. A Thermador range is backed by custom vintage-looking tile the clients found in Portugal. Staton discovered the pair of antique pendants at Obsolete in Los Angeles.
photos: michael clifford.
Tell us about the coffee bar between the kitchen and dining room. My java-loving client wanted to make coffee while enjoying the sunshine in the kitchen, but we couldn’t find the right spot. Instead, we established a coffee bar in the passage between the two rooms and then surrounded it with interior windows that allow for plenty of light. The location is perfect for entertaining, as it permits him to easily serve guests a cup no matter where they are sitting. This dining room color is dreamy! We wanted it to be differentiated from the lighter colors in the kitchen. When you enter the dining room, there is this sense of reaching a retreat or destination as you are surrounded by inky color painted on paneled walls. How did you decide on the mix of pieces here? The clients owned this table but requested fully upholstered chairs to surround it, so we gave them comfortable seats covered in an old-school plaid textile. Scalloped bone-china shades on the pendants are new and add a fresh note. The wall sconces and the rug are vintage—older pieces add emotion to a room. Although we occasionally use online sources, I insist on visiting local and East Coast brick-and-mortar shops for antique and vintage pieces. It’s a practice that provides the kind of organic discovery an algorithm just can’t feed you.
Staton designed the coffee bar’s cabinetry (left), which is topped with Carrara marble and lit by glass Mullan light fixtures. In the dining room (below), cloaked in Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue, a Christie Rise & Fall pendant by Original BTC hangs above Jessica Charles chairs and a table the clients acquired from 1stdibs.
photos: michael clifford.
“I think it’s important that this utilitarian room be practical but also in keeping with the rest of the house.”
–LISA STATON
What was the goal with this laundry room? Since the owners will be in this room a lot, why not make it as enjoyable as it is functional? We kept the original cabinetry but painted it a soft blush color. Adding butcher-block countertops was key, because the material is durable and attractive. I think it’s important that this utilitarian room be practical but also in keeping with the rest of the house. You could say the same for the vintage-inspired laundry rack and step stool. All these elements help the very modern washer and dryer live comfortably in a more traditional environment. The deep-green wall tile reflects the gorgeous Pacific Northwest colors you see outside the window and gives the space a relaxing feeling.
TOTALLY TILED
GLOW-UP-WORTHY TILES
PRETTIFY A FUNCTIONFORWARD LAUNDRY ROOM.
Piper Round Mosaic in Salvia Brilliante nemotile.com
Zellige Moroccan Tile in Secret Lagoon cletile.com
Dorcia Tile in Block Acero porcelanosa.com
Pointe Bleu Mosaic Tile walkerzanger.com
Green tile by Bedrosians echoes the colors in the landscape and adds a serene note to this working room. An LG washer and dryer are topped with John Boos butcher-block counters and joined by cabinetry painted Farrow & Ball’s Setting Plaster. An adjustable Devol laundry rack hangs above.
Floor-to-ceiling zellige tile from clé covers a wall in the primary bath, and an Artistic Tile marble tile graces the floor. Lit by Devol pendants, a Cheviot
What were the considerations for the primary bathroom? One of the notable features in this room is the killer view. In order to not block the scenery more than necessary, we installed sweet café curtains that provide privacy but allow a look at the water, trees and distant mountains. The homeowner loves a soak, so a stand-alone tub was a necessity, and a pair of marble shelves provides a space for toiletries and candles. Their brackets, like the tub ller and taps, are unlacquered brass that will patina over time. Is the oor brick? This room seemed to call for a unique oor, something with an aged appearance. Brick was brie y
considered, but we opted for a tumbled marble eld tile the client discovered. It has a rosy hue, and it was masonry-like without being porous. When laid in a herringbone pattern, it certainly resembles brick. Tell us about hanging multiple light xtures over the tub. I was looking for something a bit more unexpected than a chandelier above the tub. The clients couldn’t pick just a single style of these handmade xtures, so we opted to use one of each, hung in a row at staggered heights. It’s something like a deconstructed chandelier, and you can appreciate their shapes as they dangle in front of a wall of simple white-hued tile.
FROM WOOD TO MARBLE TO TERRA COTTA, THESE DESIGNS COVER IT ALL.
American Rift & Quartersawn White Oak in Lenox Hill Herringbone wideplankflooring.com
Terra Villa Triangle Matte Terracotta Tile in Sand Beige tilebar.com
Miravel Marble Field Tile annsacks.com
TundraBrick in Latigo eldoradostone.com
tub enjoys views of the nearby sound.
Take Note
BEHOLD NEW AND NOTEWORTHY LAUNCHES ACROSS THE KITCHEN AND BATH WORLDS.
TAKE the PLUNGE
Answering the demand for self-care experiences at home, Kohler has introduced its first-ever ice bath. Designed in partnership with Dr. Jonathan Leary, founder and CEO of social wellness club Remedy Place, the tub boasts a thoughtful, ergonomic sitting experience and a sleek dark gray exterior. The bath can be used both indoors and out and comes with an integrated light to guide a bather’s breath work. kohler.com, remedyplace.com
CHIC CHOICE
With the City of Light as inspiration, Cosentino’s latest Silestone collection, Le Chic Bohème, channels French sophistication and elegance into four new low-silica colorways. This kitchen’s surfaces gleam with Blanc Élyseé— a creamy expanse with gold, gray and copper veining reminiscent of a Parisian palace. cosentino.com
EARTHY ELEGANCE
New from Artistic Tile comes a collaboration with Los Angeles-based stone artist Ruchika Grover, founder of Borrowed Earth Collaborative. A shared passion and understanding for natural stone is solidified in an edited line of three tile motifs, all of which symbolize change and transformation. Shown above is Eclipse, a Taj White Marble whose spherical curves represent shifts and new beginnings. artistictile.com, borrowedearthcollaborative.com
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L NOLES IRRIGATION & LANDSCAPES Eatonton, GA noleslandscapes.com
H R DREAMBUILT Greensboro, GA dreambuilt.com
I KRYWICKI INTERIOR DESIGN Marietta, GA krywickidesign.com
H MACALLAN CUSTOM HOMES Marietta, GA macallanhomes.com
H FRIENDLY SERVICE, LLC Norcross, GA 770.527.9024
L NEW LIFE LANDSCAPES, INC. Norcross, GA newlifelandscapesinc.com
I AMTOWER INTERIOR + DESIGN Roswell, GA amtowerdesign.com
IDAHO
H SAWTOOTH CONSTRUCTION INC. Hailey, ID sawtoothconstruction.com
L BYLA – LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Ketchum, ID byla.us
A FARMER PAYNE ARCHITECTS Ketchum, ID farmerpaynearchitects.com
I SUEDE STUDIO Ketchum, ID suedestudio.com
ILLINOIS
H FRASER CONSTRUCTION Brookfield, IL fraserbuilders.com
A 34-TEN Chicago, IL 34-ten.com
I ALISSA JOHNSON INTERIORS Chicago, IL alissajohnsoninteriors.com
I ANNE LUKAN DESIGN Chicago, IL annelukandesign.com
H ARKWRIGHT CONSTRUCTION, LLC Chicago, IL arkwrightconstruction.com
H AXIOS ACQUISITIONS, LLC Chicago, IL 312.925.9211
H BLOOMFIELD DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC Chicago, IL bloomfielddevelopment.com
H BRAYVIEW CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC Chicago, IL brayviewconstruction.com
I CAROLINE TURNER INTERIORS Chicago, IL carolineturner.co
A CHICAGO ROOF DECK & GARDEN Chicago, IL chicagoroofdeck.com
I DAN RAK DESIGN Chicago, IL danrakdesign.com
I ELIZABETH KRUEGER DESIGN Chicago, IL elizabethkruegerdesign.com
A I EN MASSE ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN Chicago, IL designenmasse.com
H GIANT CONSTRUCTION GROUP Chicago, IL giantchicago.com
H GRAYSALT CONSTRUCTION, LLC Chicago, IL graysalt.net
I KELLY ROSEN DESIGN LLC Chicago, IL kellyrosendesign.com
H LM BUILD Chicago, IL lm-build.com
I LONDON WALDER INTERIOR DESIGN Chicago, IL londonwalderinteriordesign.com
L MCKAY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Chicago, IL mckaylandarch.com
A NORTHWORKS Chicago, IL nwks.com
H PIKELET BUILDERS Chicago, IL pikeletbuilders.com
I PROJECT. Chicago, IL projectinteriors.com
A RUGO/RAFF ARCHITECTURE LTD. Chicago, IL rugoraff.com
I S&F DESIGN Chicago, IL sandf.design
I R SUZANNE LOVELL, INC. Chicago, IL suzannelovellinc.com
I VINCERE, LTD. Chicago, IL vincereltd.com
A VON WEISE ASSOCIATES Chicago, IL vonweiseassociates.com
H S/H BUILDERS, LLC Elgin, IL sh-builders.com
A JMSTUDIO Evanston, IL jmsperti.com
A KAUFMAN | O’NEIL ARCHITECTURE Evanston, IL kaufmanoneil.com
L KETTELKAMP & KETTELKAMP LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, LLC Evanston, IL kettelkamp2.com
I T CLIFTON DESIGN, LTD. Evanston, IL tclifton.com
H MKAUFMAN DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION Glenview, IL mkaufmandesigns.com
H JAR CORP Highland Park, IL jarcorp.net
L SCOTT BYRON & CO. Lake Bluff, IL scottbyron.com
I MEGAN WINTERS DESIGN Lake Forest, IL meganwinters.com
H MV HOMES, INC. Lake Forest, IL 847.638.5300
A ROLANDER ARCHITECTS Lake Forest, IL rolanderarchitects.com
I ANNA KNIGHT INTERIORS Oak Park, IL annaknightinteriors.com
A ELEMENTS ARCHITECTURAL GROUP Oak Park, IL elementsarchitects.com
H THE JAMES CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC. Wilmette, IL thejamesconstructiongroup.com
I REBEL HOUSE Winnetka, IL rebelhousedesign.com
INDIANA
H RASE CONSTRUCTION, LLC Michigan City, IN 773.715.6093
MARYLAND
I JOHNSON SOKOL INTERIOR DESIGN Lutherville-Timonium, MD johnsonsokol.com
MICHIGAN
L ROOTBOUND Benton Harbor, MI rootbound.com
MINNESOTA
I BRIA HAMMEL INTERIORS Mendota Heights, MN briahammelinteriors.com
A I CHARLES R. STINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN Wayzata, MN charlesrstinson.com
MONTANA
H PRG GROUP Bozeman, MT theprggroup.com
NEW JERSEY
I HALDEN INTERIORS Montclair, NJ haldeninteriors.com
H R. POPOVITCH BUILDERS Point Pleasant Beach, NJ rpopovitchbuilders.com
A RICE & BROWN ARCHITECTS Sea Girt, NJ shorearchitect.com
NEW YORK
H KAPPEL CONSTRUCTION INC. Albany, NY 518.966.4025
I ARIEL OKIN INTERIORS Armonk, NY arielokin.com
L BEITEL LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATES Brookhaven, NY beitel.design
I JMORRIS DESIGN Brooklyn, NY jmorrisdesign.com
A THE BROOKLYN STUDIO Brooklyn, NY brooklyn.studio
A FLEETWOOD, MCMULLAN & SANABRIA ARCHITECTS East Hampton, NY fleetwoodmcmullan sanabria.com
A STODDARD ARCHITECTURE Glen Head, NY stoddardarchitecture.com
H JON BIJARI CUSTOM HOMES Great Neck, NY jonbijari.com
H CORNERSTONE INTERIORS, INC. Huntington, NY 516.474.6350
I JAY J. BILLIET INTERIORS Jackson Heights, NY jayjbilliet.com
H VELLA INTERIORS Long Island City, NY vellainteriors.com
I 2MICHAELS DESIGN New York, NY 2michaelsdesign.com
A ANN KRSUL ARCHITECT New York, NY annkrsularchitect.com
L ASHLEY CHRISTOPHER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT New York, NY 646.345.6222
I CATALINA CASTAÑO INTERIORS New York, NY catalinacastano.com
I CULLMAN & KRAVIS New York, NY cullmankravis.com
I ELIZABETH BAUER INTERIOR DESIGN New York, NY elizabethbauerdesign.com
I R FORMARCH New York, NY formarch.com
L HOLLANDER DESIGN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS New York, NY hollanderdesign.com
A JOHN B. MURRAY ARCHITECTURE New York, NY jmbarchitect.com
I JONATHAN ADLER INTERIOR DESIGN New York, NY jonathanadler.com
A LARSON ARCHITECTURE WORKS PLLC New York, NY larsonarchitecture.com
I LIBARIKIAN INTERIORS New York, NY libarikianinteriors.com
A LICHTEN ARCHITECTS New York, NY lichtenarchitects.com
I LINDSAY FALCONER DESIGN New York, NY lindsayfalconer.com
I MONICA FRIED DESIGN New York, NY monicafrieddesign.com
I NICK OLSEN INC. New York, NY nickolsenstyle.com
I PHILLIP THOMAS, INC. New York, NY phillipthomasinc.com
I ROBERT PASSAL INTERIOR DESIGN New York, NY robertpassal.com
I SIRIANO INTERIORS New York, NY sirianointeriors.com
I STORY STREET STUDIO New York, NY storyststudio.com
H STREAMLINE USA, LLC New York, NY streamlineusa.com
H STRUCTURE NYC New York, NY structure-nyc.com
I STUDIO AK New York, NY studioakinteriors.com
A TED PORTER ARCHITECTURE New York, NY tedporterarchitecture.com
I VANESSA ROME INTERIORS New York, NY vanessaromeinteriors.com
A I WORKSHOP/APD New York, NY workshopapd.com
H AE GREYSON Old Chatham, NY aegreyson.com
H OWEN & BRONIECKI CONSTRUCTION Quogue, NY 631.283.8800
A SI DESIGN Rye, NY sidesign-architects.com
H DECLAN MURRAY CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Sag Harbor, NY declanmurrayconstructionmanagement.com
H KOVA CONSTRUCTION LLC Scarsdale, NY kovaconstructionllc.com
A ROSAMUND YOUNG ARCHITECTURE P.C. Scarsdale, NY 914.419.6616
H JAMES PAUL JOPLIN BUILDERS INC. Southampton, NY 917.539.2900
I MABLEY HANDLER INTERIOR DESIGN Water Mill, NY mableyhandler.com
H CUM LAUDE GROUP, INC White Plains, NY cumlaudegroup.com
NORTH CAROLINA
H ELEVATED BUILDERS Cashiers, NC elevateyourbuild.com
I CHARLOTTE LUCAS DESIGN Charlotte, NC charlottelucasdesign.com
A MEYER GREESON PAULLIN BENSON Charlotte, NC mgpb.com
A PURSLEY DIXON ARCHITECTURE Charlotte, NC pursleydixon.com
I PURSLEY DIXON FORD INTERIOR DESIGN Charlotte, NC pursleydixonford.com
H WHITLOCK BUILDERS Charlotte, NC whitlockbuilders.com
I CUSTOM INTERIORS Cornelius, NC custominteriorshome.com
A PRITCHETT + DIXON RESIDENTIAL DESIGN Highlands, NC pritchettdixon.com
H ARTISAN CRAFTED HOMES, LLC Raleigh, NC artisancraftedhomesllc.com
R CARTER SKINNER RESIDENTIAL DESIGN Raleigh, NC carterskinnerdesign.com
OREGON
H KN VISIONS, INC. Bend, OR knvisions.com
I GRAYHAUS INTERIORS Portland, OR grayhaus.com
A I HACKER Portland, OR hackerarchitects.com
H IBUILDPDX Portland, OR ibuildpdx.com
A MENT ARCHITECTURE Portland, OR mentarchitecture.com
L PLACE Portland, OR place.la
A I SCOTT EDWARDS ARCHITECTURE Portland, OR seallp.com
H TAYLOR SMITH SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION Portland, OR taylorsmithsc.com
PENNSYLVANIA
I MICHELE PLACHTER DESIGN Philadelphia, PA micheleplachter.com
I COLLEEN SIMONDS DESIGN Pittsburgh, PA colleensimonds.com
SOUTH CAROLINA
I B. BERRY INTERIORS Charleston, SC bberryinteriors.com
A BEAU CLOWNEY ARCHITECTS Charleston, SC beauclowney.com
I ROCKENBACH DESIGN STUDIO Charleston, SC rockenbachdesign.com
L WERTIMER + CLINE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Charleston, SC wertimercline.com
H INÈO BUILDERS Greenville, SC ineobuilders.com
I PANAGERIES Greenville, SC panageries.com
H ST. PIERRE CONSTRUCTION
Mount Pleasant, SC stpierre.construction
TENNESSEE
R C KEVIN COFFEY DWELLINGS | DESIGN Franklin, TN ckevincoffey.com
I SEAN ANDERSON DESIGN Memphis, TN seanandersondesign.com
H HARTERT-RUSSELL, LLC Nashville, TN hartert-russell.com
I JASON ARNOLD INTERIORS Nashville, TN jasonarnoldinteriors.com
I MCALPINE Nashville, TN mcalpinehouse.com
I MODERN REMAINS Nashville, TN modernremains.com
H MULLOWNEY GENERAL CONTRACTOR, INC. Nashville, TN mullowney.org
A I L GIANNETTI HOME Thompsons Station, TN patinahomeandgarden.com
I BLACKBERRY FARM DESIGN Walland, TN blackberryfarmdesign.com
TEXAS
H CHELLYANNA CONTRACTORS Addison, TX chellyanna.com
L CAMPBELL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Austin, TX campbella.com
I CHUPIK DESIGN Austin, TX chupikdesign.com
H CROWELL BUILDERS, LLC Austin, TX crowellbuilders.com
H DAVID WILKES BUILDERS Austin, TX davidwilkesbuilders.com
H ELEV8 BUILDERS Austin, TX elev8builders.com
L ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEY, INC. Austin, TX envirosurvey.com
R FOURTH WORKSHOP Austin, TX fourthworkshop.com
A HUGH JEFFERSON RANDOLPH ARCHITECTS Austin, TX austinarchitect.com
A I JOBE CORRAL ARCHITECTS Austin, TX jobecorral.com
I KELLE CONTINE INTERIOR DESIGN Austin, TX kellecontine.com
L LANDWEST DESIGN GROUP Austin, TX landwest.com
A LARUE ARCHITECTS Austin, TX larue-architects.com
I MOHON INTERIORS Austin, TX mohon.com
H RISHER MARTIN Austin, TX rishermartin.com
H RISINGER BUILD Austin, TX risingerbuild.com
L JASON OSTERBERGER DESIGNS, LLC Coppell, TX osterbergergroup.com
I ANDREA MARINO DESIGN Dallas, TX andreamarinodesign.com
A BLUME ARCHITECTURE Dallas, TX blumearchitecture.com
I CHAD DORSEY DESIGN Dallas, TX chaddorseydesign.com
I DELEO & FLETCHER DESIGN Dallas, TX deleofletcherdesign.com
A FUSCH ARCHITECTS, INC. Dallas, TX fuscharchitects.com
A G.GLAESMANN ARCHITECTS Dallas, TX glaesmann.com
I KARA ADAM INTERIORS Dallas, TX karaadaminteriors.com
H MORE DESIGN + BUILD Dallas, TX moredesignbuild.com
A SHM ARCHITECTS Dallas, TX shmarchitects.com
I STUDIO THOMAS JAMES Dallas, TX studiothomasjames.com
H TREMONT CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LTD. Denton, TX tremont.pro
H R.B. RATCLIFF & ASSOCIATES Fulshear, TX rbratcliff.com
I CLAIRE ZINNECKER DESIGN Georgetown, TX clairezinneckerdesign.com
I CARY RAY INTERIORS Highland Village, TX 214.862.8084
H AP BUILDERS Houston, TX apbuilderstexas.com
A I CHANDOS COLLECTIVE Houston, TX chandoscollective.com
H D.L. DOYLE CONSTRUCTION CO. Houston, TX dldoyle.com
A DILLON KYLE ARCHITECTS Houston, TX dkarc.com
I ELIZABETH GARRETT INTERIORS Houston, TX elizabethgarrettinteriors.com
R H FRANKEL DESIGN BUILD Houston, TX frankeldesignbuild.com
L HJT LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, LLC Houston, TX 713.256.5948
I LUCAS/EILERS DESIGN ASSOCIATES Houston, TX lucaseilers.com
I MARIE FLANIGAN INTERIORS Houston, TX marieflanigan.com
I MEG LONERGAN INTERIORS Houston, TX meglonergan.com
A REAGAN & ANDRÉ Houston, TX reaganandre.com
A H I WIMMEL DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Houston, TX wimmel.com
H REGAN CUSTOM HOMES Royse City, TX builtbyregan.com
H SCH HOMES Southlake, TX schhomes.com
WASHINGTON
H HOBBS HOMEBUILDING Bainbridge Island, WA hobbshomebuilding.com
R JLGDESIGN Bainbridge Island, WA jlg-design.com
H SMALLWOOD DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION Bainbridge Island, WA smallwoodconstruction.com
I MN CUSTOM HOMES Bellevue, WA mncustom.com
H DOUG GUARD CONSTRUCTION Friday Harbor, WA 360.378.5195
H ECHO POINT CONSTRUCTION, INC. Lummi Island, WA 360.739.4278
H GALLAGHER CO. LLC Mercer Island, WA gallagherco.net
L DAN BLOSSOM LANDSCAPE DESIGN Poulsbo, WA 360.598.4282
I KAT LAWTON INTERIORS Puyallup, WA katlawton.com
L ANNE JAMES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Redmond, WA annejamesla.com
A I ALIX DAY ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN Seattle, WA alix-day.com
H AMBROSE CONSTRUCTION Seattle, WA ambroseconstruct.com
I ANNA THOMASSEN DESIGN Seattle, WA go.kotisdesign.com/at-design
A B. KELLY MCSHANE, AIA Seattle, WA 206.522.2613
H BAKSTAD CONSTRUCTION Seattle, WA bakstadconstruction.com
A BOARD & VELLUM Seattle, WA boardandvellum.com
I BRIAN PAQUETTE INTERIORS Seattle, WA brianpaquetteinteriors.com
I CHRISTY YADEN INTERIOR DESIGN Seattle, WA christyyaden.com
A HOEDEMAKER PFEIFFER Seattle, WA hoedemakerpfeiffer.com
I HYREL MATHIAS INTERIOR DESIGN Seattle, WA hyrelmathiasinteriors.com
L LAND MORPHOLOGY Seattle, WA landmorphology.com
H LOCKHART | SUVER Seattle, WA lockhartsuver.com
I LUCAS Seattle, WA lucasinterior.com
I MATTHEW CRAIG INTERIORS Seattle, WA matthewcraigInteriors.com
A MCCULLOUGH ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA mccullougharchitects.com
I ORE STUDIOS Seattle, WA orestudios.com
A PRENTISS BALANCE WICKLINE Seattle, WA pbwarchitects.com
I PULP DESIGN STUDIOS Seattle, WA pulpdesignstudios.com
I SIENNA & SAGE INTERIOR DESIGN Seattle, WA siennaandsage.com
A STUDIO AM ARCHITECTURE | INTERIORS Seattle, WA studioamarchitects.com
I TAMMARA STROUD DESIGN Seattle, WA tammarastroud.com
H BROCK SMITH CUSTOM HOMES, LLC Snoqualmie, WA brocksmithcustomhomes.com
L CLEARWATER SUMMIT GROUP Spokane Valley, WA clearwatersummitgroup.com
L DAVID BERLETH LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Vashon, WA ironwoodtree.com
WISCONSIN
H LABONTE CONSTRUCTION Milwaukee, WI labonteconstructionllc.com
I AMY CARMAN DESIGN Wauwatosa, WI amycarman.com
INTERNATIONAL
R BLAKSTAD IBIZA DESIGN CONSULTANTS Balearic Islands, Spain blakstadibiza.com
I SAGE GRACIE ALLARD LLC London, United Kingdom sagegracie.com
INDUSTRY INSIDERS
MEET TODAY’S DESIGN INDUSTRY GREATS
Whether they are designing, constructing or outfitting a home or environment (or perhaps doing all three), it takes a creative vision and a passion for excellence to do it with style and skill. Within the pages of Industry Insiders, LUXE Interiors + Design celebrates those who dare to do just that with their own unique flair.
Shope Reno Wharton
“OUR
MARK P. FINLAY ARCHITECTS
GOAL IS TO CONTINUE TO WORK WITH GREAT CLIENTS TO DESIGN EXCEPTIONAL AND ENDURING ARCHITECTURE WITH EQUALLY INSPIRING LANDSCAPES AND
Mark Finlay
PRESIDENT AND CEO
markfinlay.com
203.254.2388 mpfarchitects
Aholistic approach to design that places the highest priority on context, scale, composition, comfort and quality is the hallmark of a truly great architect. Enter Mark Finlay. By blending those ideals with their client-centric mission, he and his team at Mark P. Finlay Architects have amassed an amazing portfolio of award-winning designs over the last four decades. When asked what project put them on the map, Finlay says, “In 1990, we were given the rare opportunity to design an authentic French Norman house on a spectacular piece of property in Greenwich, Connecticut. That project brought us a lot of important firsts: it was our first
major home in Greenwich, it was the first project for which we traveled abroad to source antique materials and artifacts and it was the first time we received considerable esteem from the local design community.” Since that important milestone, MPFA has designed an impressive number of noteworthy residential, commercial and hospitality projects both in the Northeast and across the country. “But the true measure of our success is in the relationships we’ve built with our clients over the years,” Finlay adds. “Knowing the buildings we’ve designed for them have made a profoundly positive difference in their lives is our greatest reward.”
ASK THE EXPERT
What is your firm best known for?
We are known for our diversity in architectural styles. Much of this has to do with the fact that we are contextualists who work in many different areas across the country, so each specific environment in which we are working will inform the design of that project.
What motivates you more than anything else?
The incredible group of architects, designers and landscape architects in my office. It is a pleasure to work with them every day and their passion for the work we do shines in the final product. We are a team and they are my family.
Top This aerial view of a Shingle-style residence in Stonington is a sweeping showcase of Mark P. Finlay Architects’ masterful work. Left This glass enclosed sunroom is just one of many surprise-and-delight moments to discover at this timber-frame barn in Westport.
Right The entryway to this Shingle-style home in Southport is at once elegant and inviting. Opposite The Trinity Forest Golf Club in Dallas, Texas, exudes organic modernism.
Photography Top by Adam Kane Macchia; Left by Eric Piasecki; Right by Neil Landino; Opposite by Steve Hinds; Headshot by Sissela Johansson
“OUR
SHOPE RENO WHARTON
PHILOSOPHY IS TO CREATE HOMES AND SPACES THAT REFLECT THE LOCATION, OWNERS’ INTERESTS, TIMELESS DESIGN BELIEFS AND A STRONG LINK TO CRAFTSMANSHIP.”
John Gassett, Michael McClung, Jerry Hupy, Don Aitken and Arthur Hanlon PARTNERS
shoperenowharton.com
203.852.7250
shoperenowharton
Known for designing beautiful, functional and enduring homes that enrich the lives of their residents, Shope Reno Wharton (SRW) is celebrated for its refined residential architecture. But the firm also designs extraordinary equestrian, golf and hospitality projects. The common denominator is that they are all informed by the accomplished team’s design philosophy and expertise. Energy efficiency, attention to environment and enjoyment and dependability over the course of many generations, all guide the process regardless of style, location or scope. Every SRW project results from a comprehensive understanding of the site, along with an intentional and
mindful collaboration between the architect and owner. And each design is imbued with the unique sensibilities one can only derive from a true love of building and craft. Shope Reno Wharton was established in 1981 and is led today by five partners: Jerry Hupy, Arthur Hanlon, Michael McClung, Don Aitken and John Gassett. Their longtime collaboration and devotion to the firm has attracted and retained a skilled staff of talented architects. Together, they offer attentive service and an inspiring portfolio of projects located across the country. Reflected in each commission is the firm’s commitment to architectural character and an understanding of how people aspire to live their lives.
ASK THE EXPERT
What is the key to work-life balance?
Approaching each day with purpose, whether it be personal or professional, and maintaining a level of curiosity.
Share your influences and inspirations. We have always been motivated by the essentials in architecture: light and shadow, solid and void, axis and symmetry, scale and proportion. Historical examples, and places that powerfully utilize these ideas, are always inspirational to us.
Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success?
That we have created identifiable designs of great character, from the master concept down to the details. They are like great art, which has an impact from a distance and reveals more and more as you study it and move closer.
Top This Rhode Island residence captures the spirit of place, with generous wraparound porches, dramatic roof sweeps and playful Shingle-style detailing for a seaside feel. Left Stone gables and generous fenestration create relationships between the architecture and layered landscape. Right With an eye toward simplicity and usage of modern elements, this double-height entry foyer epitomizes balance. Opposite Graceful and tectonic ceiling details and various seating options create a warm, inviting backdrop for family gatherings under this captivating covered porch.
SI DESIGN ARCHITECTS
“WHETHER IT’S A NEW 12,000-SQUARE-FOOT HOME OR A REFRESHED POWDER ROOM, WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON OUR THOROUGH LEVEL OF THOUGHT AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL.”
Wh en undertaking a custom new build or reimagining a much loved family home, working with the right architect is the key to success. Sid Schlomann is that architect. Since 1997, the Principal and his talented team at SI Design Architects have been providing their clients in Connecticut, Westchester County, New York City and beyond with their enduring expertise, comprehensive skills and unique vision. “We’re known for our ability to reinterpret traditional styles by incorporating modern materials and innovative solutions that enhance functionality without sacrificing beauty,” Schlomann says. “Our designs include open layouts, large windows for
maximizing natural light and a functional flow, creating a harmonious balance between classic charm and contemporary living.” When it comes to working with clients, Schlomann takes a decidedly collaborative approach. “Our process starts with in-depth consultations so that we can understand each client’s needs, preferences and lifestyle,” he shares. “As we develop designs, we encourage open communication so that we are able to incorporate the client’s ideas and make adjustments based on their input. This ensures that they benefit from our functional and aesthetic know-how and that the final product reflects their dreams and aspirations.”
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Share something that sets your firm apart. Because navigating the approval processes can be challenging, we have become thoroughly familiar with codes, zoning ordinances and environmental regulations in the communities where we work. We believe that our unique ability to obtain approvals and improve environmental impact is one of our greatest strengths.
How does sustainability factor into your work?
From prioritizing eco-friendly materials such as reclaimed wood and low-VOC paints that minimize environmental impact to incorporating energyefficient windows and doors that save resources while reducing long-term costs for our clients, sustainability is one of our firm’s core principles. We have also completed several net-zero homes, which is something we’re quite proud of.
Top Modern amenities meet the beauty of classical style in this impressive home just outside of New York City. Left SI Design Architects’ renovation of this Greenwich Village apartment blends maximum function with playful pops of color. Right Elegance, comfort and beauty best describe this spa-like primary bathroom in Scarsdale.
Opposite This new light-filled contemporary lake house in Eastchester features vast expanses of glass and the warm organic touch of wood and stone.
Photography Top, Opposite + Headshot by Marc Keslow; Right by Marco Ricca; Left by Gieves Anderson
STODDARD ARCHITECTURE
“MY WORK REFLECTS A DEEP UNDERSTANDING THAT EVERY PROJECT IS SOMEONE’S DREAM HOME.”
Apassion for iconic design coupled with enduring expertise and love of a challenge are the hallmarks of a great architect. After serving as Principal at a large Manhattan-based firm for a number of years, Christopher Stoddard made the decision to launch Stoddard Architecture—his namesake firm—in 2022. When asked what his firm is best known for, Stoddard says, “As sole practitioner, customer service is what most stands out to my clients. The fact that every interaction is directly with me and every drawing is produced by my hand means that I am able to deliver designs that satisfy each client’s unique wants, needs and tastes, while working within a framework of traditional spatial and proportional guidelines.” Looking to the future, Stoddard’s plan is to expand both his firm and his project base, strategically. “My ultimate goal is to grow the company into a small team of five to 10 like-minded architects, all working together to design unique homes and spaces,” Stoddard shares.
“When it comes to the kind of projects I’d like to take on, after designing a handful of summer houses in the Hamptons, it would be nice to work at the other end of the spectrum on a lodge-style home with massive fireplaces in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. As an avid skier and an adventurous architect, that would be a dream project.”
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Share influences and inspirations that inform your work.
Patrick Ahearn is an outstanding architect whose incredible body of work includes exemplary Shingle-style homes that speak to their local vernacular. When it comes to a firm I admire, Kligerman Architecture & Design builds on the traditional language of Shingle-style work while breaking the mold with the addition of massing, simplified details and true flair.
How do you include the client in your creative process?
Before embarking on our design journey, meetings are conducted at the client’s current home so that I can see and understand their lifestyle needs. Throughout the process, I keep them informed and involved in their home’s progress, which is key when making important decisions. Designing and building a custom home is a big event in people’s lives, and it’s my role to lead them forward.
Top An enticing play of sunlight rakes across the front of this signature Shingle-style home. Left Complete with ceiling heaters, motorized screens, a built-in fireplace and an outdoor TV and speakers, this inviting covered porch is an elegantly crafted extension of the home’s interior. Right Bright and airy, this state-of-the-art kitchen features the perfect blend of white oak and Calacatta Borghini, while dual islands set the stage for both intimate family meals and large gatherings. Opposite Currently on the boards, this rendering of a Colonial estate in Manhasset showcases a rich mix of angles, rooflines and materials.
Photography Top + Left by Kim Smith Photo; Right by Gieves Anderson
HIICOMPANY CORP.
“WE APPROACH CONSTRUCTION THE SAME WAY WE DO MAKING FURNITURE: CONSTANT ATTENTION TO DETAILS THROUGH OLD-FASHIONED CRAFTSMANSHIP.”
When one is deeply passionate about an art, a desire often emerges to dedicate more and more time to perfecting it. This is what led Gregory Madzio, now President of HiiCompany Corp., to transition from a thriving millwork business into custom home building “After building pieces for a gallery exhibition displaying Alexander Calder mobiles, an installation which was designed by Santiago Calatrava, I realized how enjoyable it was to work on one single, unique custom project at a time,” Madzio says. “It gave me satisfaction, so I made the transition to this iteration of my business.” After opening his woodworking firm in 1987 and expanding to include general construction in 1992, Madzio had completed many school and office building projects as well. But today, he and his team are all about concentrating on highly bespoke residential, with a few institutional, gallery and millwork projects sprinkled in. The consistent factor is, perhaps, Madzio’s love of challenge and innovation. “I enjoy making hard ideas
Gregory Madzio PRESIDENT
happen,” he says. “Applying new technologies, like electrified hardware and software-based controls, is always exciting.” Also central is his collaborative perspective. Known for working closely with architects to perfect big concepts in sometimes limited and specific spaces—a reality of New York City work—HiiCompany Corp. is beloved for its skill, craftsmanship and teamwork.
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Name influences and inspirations that inform your work and approach to it. One of the first places I visited when I came to New York City in 1986 was the MoMA. I was blown away by the furniture exhibition. Additionally, I’ve worked with conceptual artists Michelangelo Pistoletto and James Turrell to help them realize their visions. Both experiences helped me to see the importance of details.
What is your firm known for?
Highly custom work and creativity in solving issues are the two qualities that probably stand out to our clients. I enjoy combining wood, leather, fabrics, metal and stone, so that is characteristic as well.
What’s next for the firm?
We’ve b egun our first Miami project and have two more in the works, and we’re excited to integrate new lighting technology into our cabinetmaking.
Top This sophisticated sitting area is the perfect blend of comfort and style. Architecture by 212box. Left Created in partnership with Charlap Hyman & Herrero, this stairway embodies clean, understated elegance. Right HiiCompany Corp and 212box’s masterful mix of rich textures and materials proves that true luxury is in the details. Opposite left Stunning tilework is just one of this project’s eye-catching assets. Architecture by Charlap Hyman & Herrero. Opposite right With architecture by 212box, this luminous space invites and inspires creativity.
Photography Top, Right + Opposite left by Nick Rochowski; Left + Opposite right by Jason Wigginton
HOBBS, INC.
“WE ARE COMMITTED TO HONORING THE HOBBS LEGACY OF INTEGRITY, QUALITY AND SERVICE THAT HAS INSPIRED OUR FIRM AND FAMILY FOR MORE THAN SIX DECADES.”
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Conceiving and constructing superior homes involves a highly trained team of professionals who have a longterm commitment to a collaborative and comprehensive way of working. For nearly 70 years, Hobbs, Inc. has embodied those ideals through their superlative custom homes and groundbreaking client services. “Our grandfather started the business in 1954 with a focus on residential building,” says Co-Owner, Scott Hobbs. “Our father took over in the mid-70s and made the important decision to concentrate on high-end custom homes, setting us on our current trajectory.” As third-generation leaders, he and his brother Ian honor
their family’s traditions while guiding Hobbs, Inc. into the future. “Dad taught us that being h onest, living up to commitments and looking out for everyone’s best interests were the keys to success,” Hobbs adds. “Since taking over in the mid-90s, Ian and I have continued to abide by those principles while expanding and innovating. In the early 2000s we introduced Hobbs Care, a platform that specializes in ongoing home care and renovations. We have also grown the business to include offices in Bridgehampton, New York City and New Jersey. Our greatest success, however, is our incredible team who help guide our clients and design partners to the most successful outcomes.”
Left A classic Colonial home by Mark P. Finlay Architects, AIA, provides an elegant country retreat. Right Stunning views complete the appeal of this modern residence. Opposite top A glass wall slides open to allow for a seamless transition between the indoors and out in this home designed by TenBerke. Opposite bottom This outdoor fireplace creates the most welcoming environment.
Photography Left + Opposite bottom by Peter Murdock Photography; Right + Opposite top by Scott Frances
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What skill sets you apart?
Our ability to translate complicated plans into well-built homes that exceed our clients’ expectations.
How is the client included in your creative process?
We take the time to understand what is most important to them so that we can present the best options and processes.
How is the digital age aiding your success?
We are utilizing several collaborative platforms that help us and our design professionals work more efficiently and achieve better results. We also use programs that interface with the client for a better customer experience and greater transparency.
KRISTEN FARRELL & CO
“I BELIEVE THAT WITH A GROUP OF PASSIONATE, CREATIVE AND ENTREPRENEURIAL INDIVIDUALS AROUND ME, I CAN CONTINUE TO BUILD EXTRAORDINARY HOMES.”
When design and building are in one’s DNA, the results are far-reaching and groundbreaking.
“Over the last 25 years, I’ve overseen hundreds of residential builds in the Hamptons as well as home projects in Florida, Vermont, Maine, New York City and now, Montana,” says Kristen Farrell. “In addition, my team and I have worked in the multifamily, commercial, selfstorage and hospitality sectors with well-known brands and under our own name.” In 2022, Farrell applied all of that enduring expertise to the launch of Kristen Farrell & Co. “We are a designbuild and furnishing company that is committed to creating and/or reimagining each client’s perfect vision of home,” she shares. From their very first project—a 21,000-square-foot home in Sagaponack, New York, that her firm designed, built, furnished and sold for a record price within 14 months—Kristen Farrell & Co set a new higher standard of excellence in the industry. “We decided to test that theory again with our first
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foray into the West,” Farrell exclaims. “In just seven months, we completed our model of a finished and furnished home in Stevensville, Montana. This highly successful project is providing us with the drive and inspiration to assemble a like-minded team in a new location, which is something we are quite proud of.”
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Share influences and inspirations that inform your work.
I’ve been uniquely influenced by my dad. Watching him sell bulldozers and excavators for the last 50-plus years, I learned that consistency and dependability turn clients into friends, and that firmness combined with honesty earns respect.
What’s next?
Right now, we are developing the K&Co Collection of high-end rental properties. We’re also about to announce our updated K&Co Sherwin-Williams Color Collection, which will be available nationwide, as well as a branded hardware collection and a bedding collaboration. It’s an honor to partner with brands we believe in and exhibit their products in our newly constructed homes, which can host functions, photo ops and experiential events.
Top A masterful mix of natural materials make this home’s entryway both inviting and inspiring. Left An impressive stone fireplace and expansive windows and sliding doors lend a welcoming air to this sophisticated living room. Right Just off the primary bedroom, this private patio overlooking the pond is a serene spot for relaxing. Opposite left Blending organic elegance with state-of-the-art function, this kitchen is a chef’s dream. Opposite right Luminous luxury defines this primary bedroom that is a true oasis at the end of the day.
Photography DroneHub Media; Headshot by Lucille Khornak
THE ROCKHILL GROUP
“FROM IDEATION TO THE FINISHING TOUCHES, WE DELIVER WHITE-GLOVE SERVICE WITH A PERSONALIZED MANAGEMENT STYLE WHILE ENSURING IMPECCABLE CRAFTSMANSHIP.”
When a lifelong passion for excellence is combined with comprehensive skills, a collaborative spirit and a desire to be always learning and growing, the results are groundbreaking. “Modeled on my earlier work with my father’s firm, The Rockhill Group is a design-build practice that works alongside noted architects and interior designers to create homes and spaces at a very high level,” says Zach Rockhill. The son of celebrated architect and educator Dr. Dan Rockhill, Zach grew up immersed in his father’s innovative approach to designing and building. “My father’s unequaled integrity and discipline have influenced me deeply,” he shares. With that legacy as their guide, Zach and The Rockhill Group—a fusion of Hatchet (Design & Build), GDR (Millwork) and Rockhill (Construction)— have built an amazing reputation over the last dozen years. When asked what his firm is best known for, Zach replies, “Craftsmanship, attention to detail, focus on design and a willingness to creatively
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solve complex assemblies problems.” Another of his strengths is a commitment to teamwork. “Because we work most often with architects, designers and the homeowners’ representatives, we aim to find alignment and clarity of purpose from the start of each project,” Zach adds. “This allows us to bring a shared vision to life in the most cohesive and collaborative way.”
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Share a project that exemplifies your mission.
Working with interior designer Sandra Weingort over the last several years has heightened our awareness of just how important the client experience is. On one recent project, a client burst into tears upon seeing the finished result. That made us realize, yet again, that it’s not enough to be exemplary craftspeople; we also need to stay focused on the experience of everyone involved. After all, every project is someone’s dream home.
Describe a project you would love to take on. We’ve recently been looking at some out-of-the-ground projects for high-end residential in New York City. While we’ve done many vertical and horizontal enlargements in town house and brownstones, the idea of a fresh build is very exciting to everyone on my team.
Top Sleek, stylish and state-of-the-art, the kitchen in this Chelsea condo is any chef’s dream. Design by Studio LOVEISENOUGH. Left Bo Lee Architects and The Rockhill Group delivered a solarium in this Brooklyn town house that is the perfect gathering place for intimate meals and family celebrations. Right Created in collaboration with Dumais Interiors, the family room in in this Gold Coast condominium is warm, welcoming and truly elegant. Opposite left A sophisticated design by Sandra Weingort Design & Interiors resulted in a dining room that defines West Village chic. Opposite right Designed by Dumais Interiors, the living room in this Prospect Park high-rise embodies luminous luxury.
Photography Top by Shannon Dupre; Left by Garrett Rowland; Right + Opposite right by Joshua McHugh; Opposite left by William Jess Laird
STRUCTURE NYC
“IF YOU CAN ENVISION THE DREAM, WE WILL BUILD THE REALITY.”
When constructing or renovating a home, what is better than working with a building professional who possesses enduring skills, a passion for teamwork and an eye for the finest details? The answer is two. Enter Eric and Gino Capolino. As the Co-Founders of Structure NYC, the brothers have built an outstanding team that is committed to elevating the quality of their work with each new project. “Our success has not come overnight,” Gino says. “It is the result of 20 years of dedication, hard work and perseverance by our entire team, whose commitment to excellence spans all levels of the organization.” Another important asset that Structure NYC brings to the table is their magnificent millwork. “Having a custom millwork shop in-house allows us to create meticulously handcrafted, original pieces that set our projects apart,” Eric shares. “This has been a real sweet spot for our business.” When asked what inspires them most, Gino replies. “New
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Describe the types of projects you tackle.
From building a ground-up project in New York City to working on the loftiest penthouses to installing rooftop pools, renovating town houses and creating homes in Westchester County, we’ve been fortunate to gain extensive experience across a wide range of projects and diverse facets of construction.
Our greatest achievement in business is our sustained longevity, particularly through challenging economic periods in New York, like the 2008 recession. Additionally, the long-term commitment of much of our team—which is characterized by Structure NYC’s low employee turnover—has enabled us to maintain consistent excellence in our craftsmanship. Gino and Eric Capolino
York serves as our greatest source of inspiration. The city’s fast-paced energy and constant evolution keep us sharp and adaptable.” Eric jumps in, “The architects and designers we’re privileged to collaborate with are also major sources of inspiration, as they’re always challenging us to bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to our work.”
To this point, what has been your greatest success?
Top Tribeca’s Feng Shui apartment blends the ancient Chinese practice with modern luxury. Unique elements like white oak tambour and a custom brass ladder earned it a top kitchen award. Left Structure NYC custom-built this gracious bookshelf pro bono for Concourse House in the Bronx. Its curved, illuminated design helps spark the imaginations of the children who gather here. Right This sophisticated living space features custom CNC-crafted woodwork paired with sleek blackened-steel cabinetry that frames the stunning city views. Opposite left Showcasing meticulous structural craftsmanship that maximizes natural light while creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection, this glass wall is just one element in a masterful renovation. Opposite right Blending advanced technology with bespoke design and redefined urban elegance, Apparatus NYC’s headquarters stands as a beacon of luxury and innovation.
Photography Top by Esther Choi; Left by Alan Tansey; Right by Peter Murdock; Opposite left by Alex Kroke; Opposite right Courtesy of Apparatus; Headshot by Robert Higgins
V ELLA I NTERIORS
“AS A HIGH-END RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY WITH AN IN-HOUSE MILLWORK WORKSHOP AND A BOUTIQUE APPROACH, WE BRING EXCELLENCE TO EVERY PROJECT.”
Michael Vella
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When building or renovating a home in New York, the opportunities and challenges are equally great.
That’s where Michael Vella and his team at Vella Interiors come in. “Not only are we known for the high level of quality we produce on our projects but also for our streamlined administering of dayto-day operations, running meetings and problem-solving,” Michael says. And just how do they accomplish this? “We have a strong support staff that keeps information up to date, organized and available to each participant on a project,” he adds. “Our highly collaborative, in-house team is crucial to the consistency of our white-glove service,
which—regardless of the difficulties a project may present—is never, ever compromised.” Operating within the hustle and bustle of New York City, Vella Interiors is the ideal partner for their sophisticated, urban clientele. “Our key areas of focus remain the complete renovation and ground-up building of residential apartments and townhomes; most of which are located on Manhattan’s Upper East and Upper West Sides,” Michael shares. “Additionally, we’re expert at executing projects with classical detailing as well as innovative contemporary designs. But regardless of style, our superior craftsmanship, unmatched service and eye for detail define our mission.”
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To this point, what has been your greatest success?
The greatest measure of our success is in the relationships we establish with our clients. When they entrust us with the honor of building or reimagining their homes, they become lifelong friends and staunch advocates, who then refer us to their friends and colleagues.
What is exciting you most right now?
The completion of our Model Apartment on the Upper East Side. Two-and-a-half years in the making, this amazing space is where clients, architects and designers can experience all of the sexy details we’re able to deliver. A few examples are a fireplace with a horsehair feature wall, a TV that’s concealed behind a bronze-framed, see-through mirror, a variety of custommade furnishings that were fabricated by our in-house workshop, hand-painted wall murals and so much more. This prized passion project can be seen by appointment.
Top The high-gloss ceiling in this dramatic Central Park living room adds theatrical height to the room. Left The fluted headboard wall and fabric padded closet doors— with their continuous nail-head pattern and hand-forged bronze pulls—lend an air of midcentury magnificence to the primary bedroom in Vella Interiors’ Model Apartment.
Right An elegant detail from a chic Park Avenue dining room. Opposite Hand-polished Anigre bookcases and lustrous nickel trim add a note of glamour in this serene Fifth Avenue study.
Photography Top by Stephen Kent Johnson; Left by Adrian Gaut; Right by Peter Murdock; Opposite by Phillip Ennis Productions; Headshot by Kris Tamburello
LINDA HOFFMAN INTERIORS
“WE STRIVE TO CREATE SPACES THAT ARE AESTHETICALLY BEAUTIFUL, WHILE RETAINING AN AIR OF EFFORTLESSNESS IN THEIR VISUAL APPEAL.”
Creating exceptional environments involves so much more than placing pretty furnishings. It takes the passion and expertise of a design visionary who knows how to blend timeless beauty with comfort, elegance, livability and just the right dash of “wow.” As Principal Designer at Linda Hoffman Interiors, Linda Hoffman does that and so much more. “When I founded my namesake Greenwich firm, I was a one-person shop,” she says. “Over the last two decades, we have grown to be a full team that is capable of executing large-scale, full-service design projects with a strong focus on renovations and new construction.” Known for sophisticated modern interiors with an artistic edge, Hoffman and her staff understand what it takes to create truly memorable spaces. “Whether it’s hand-painted wallpaper, bespoke lighting or carefully curated works of art, the fine details are what give each project unique personality,” Hoffman shares. “We take pride in the
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collaborative way we work with clients because that ensures that our final designs are both luxurious and personal. True design is about how all of the different elements work together and the story they tell. When you walk into a superlative space, it’s not just what you’re seeing, it’s how that space makes you feel.”
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Talk a bit about the communities you work in. We primarily work in vibrant, high-profile markets like Palm Beach, New York City and Fairfield County. These areas offer an incredible mix of modern urban apartments, noteworthy historic homes and stunning waterfront properties that inspire us creatively.
How do you include the client in your creative process?
From the start, we engage each client in our process by discussing their wants and needs and reviewing their inspirational photos so that we can create a design plan that reflects who they are and how they wish to live. It’s important to me that each space feels right for the people living in it so, as the design evolves, we continue working closely with the client to make sure every detail—from the layout to the finishes—resonates with their vision and lifestyle. It’s about finding that sweet spot where everything falls beautifully into place.
Top This elegant entertaining area is the ideal place to mix both friends and cocktails.
Left After a full-gut renovation, LHI’s bold mix of colors, materials and finishes create drama and sophistication in this Manhattan duplex that overlooks the Hudson River.
Right Double-height ceilings, a warm color palette, chic modern furnishings and a sculptural lighting fixture make this aerie high above the Hudson the perfect place to come home to. Opposite left Layers of sumptuous texture, sleek walls of glass and priceless views are precisely why this primary bedroom is a design lover’s dream.
Opposite right This teenage girl’s room balances sophistication and playfulness with a mix of soft neutrals, metallic finishes and bold, stylish accents.
Photography Jane Beiles; Headshot by ChiChi Ubiña
MABLEY HANDLER INTERIOR DESIGN
“WE CONSIDER IT A PRIVILEGE TO WORK ON THE HOMES WE HAVE DESIGNED, AND WE NEVER TAKE THAT FOR GRANTED.”
There is a reason so many professionals in the arena of home design point to travel as their ultimate inspiration. Something about being in new places drives creativity, and for Jennifer Mabley and Austin Handler, that fact resulted in their formation of a three-pronged firm. From the chic apartments of New York City to the sprawling estates of The Hamptons to Florida’s tropical oases, a trio of locations defines the portfolio of Mabley Handler Interior Design. “We have different aesthetics within each area of work,” Mabley shares. “We’re known for our ‘beach chic’ Hamptons projects, which have a clean, comfortable feel, transitional lines and hues of blue, sand and gray. In New York City, we mix modern lines and vintage finds with a more sophisticated color palette. For South Florida, we pay homage to the historical nature of many of the homes and balance traditional pieces with unpredictable contemporary touches.” That said, the duo and their teams also focus heavily on the client’s unique
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individuality. “We are ‘people people’ and very collaborative,” Handler says. “Our first goal is to find out what our clients love and how they want to live. This happens long before we introduce our vision, because that is informed by them. We are also very open to adapting. Design is an explorative journey, and the destination can sometimes differ greatly from early discussions.”
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What is your firm known for?
Handler : Our concierge experience stands out. We have delivered beach cruiser bikes, inflated pool toys and even shopped for groceries when clients are arriving to their new home late at night from overseas. We like to think we can provide what our clients need, before they even know they need it!
What is the biggest challenge you face in your work?
Mabley: I think it would be how to be in three places at the same time! But we love what we do, and we love the areas where our clients reside, so it’s a joy to travel back and forth. It keeps our eyes fresh and our minds inspired.
What type of project would you love to take on?
Mabley: While the focus of our work has primarily been residential, our dream project would be to design a luxurious Caribbean resort or refurbish a classic Palm Beach hotel.
Top This stunning Upper West Side media room boasts custom furniture, a coffee table from A. Rudin and artwork by Kristin Leachman. Left Wallpaper from Scalamandré, dining furniture from Vanguard, a bar cabinet from Mabley Handler x Kravet and candelabras from Dunes & Duchess come together in this gorgeous space. Right This North Flagler, West Palm Beach guest bedroom features a custom Gracie wallpaper, a trellis-detailed ceiling and Harlequin upholstered furniture. Opposite left Southampton artist Jennifer de Klaver’s piece is perfect in this great room, which also features armchairs from the Mabley Handler x Kravet collection. Opposite right Cerused white oak paneling sets a coastal tone in this lovely library.
Photography Top by Read McKendree; Left + Opposite left by Lesley Unruh; Right Courtesy of Mabley Handler Interior Design; Opposite right by Eric Striffler; Headshot by Diana Parrish Photography
ROBERT PASSAL INTERIOR DESIGN
When a designer has the talent, expertise and vision to capture the essence of who their clients are and how they wish to live, exceptional environments are born. Known for luxurious, layered, livable spaces that are bursting with personality and panache, Robert Passal is that designer. Since 2000, he and his awardwinning team at Robert Passal Interior Design have been creating homes and spaces that combine timeless design concepts with modern amenities that reflect the wants, needs and lifestyles of their clientele. “I am a classicist at heart,” Passal says. “So whether the work we produce is contemporary, traditional, transitional or eclectic, it is always steeped in history and then personalized to and for the client.” When asked how he includes the client in his creative process, Passal explains, “We spend a great amount of time getting to know each client on a personal level by discussing the intricacies of their daily lives as well as their lifestyle goals. We
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then consider factors like children, pets, sleeping arrangements, entertaining needs, heirlooms, collections and so forth. From there, we move on to aesthetics, showing them photos of our work and looking at images that inspire them. This insight and information allows us to design spaces that truly speak to them.”
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Share some influences and inspirations that inform your work. I am most inspired by art, visiting foreign lands and exploring places rich in history. I recently traveled to India, Italy and Colombia, and returned with tremendous historical insights as well as a deep sense of what is happening aesthetically in those places right now.
Talk about a notable project that exemplifies your strengths. A decade ago, we took on a town house project for a client who is wonderfully creative and highly regarded in the fashion industry. Describing his aesthetic as “part David Bowie, part British granny,” he gave us tremendous freedom to design and create a home that is truly exciting and wholly unique.
Top So bold, yet so sophisticated, this New York City town house features highly edited layers of art and accessories that welcome the adventurous eye. Left This electrifying living space is where rock and roll style meets old-world chic. Right Steeped in history, this home on Long Island’s Gold Coast is awash in bold green tones and a multitude of textures, which is highlighted with thoughtful hints of the modern world. Opposite left Clad in custom plaster moldings, bronze accents and an incredible mix of furnishings that span a multitude of decades, this multipurpose living space invites and inspires. Opposite right Steeped in romanticism and monochromatic tones, this primary bedroom in New York City is a wonderful example of luxurious simplicity.
Photography Top, Left, Right, Opposite left + Headshot by Joshua McHugh; Opposite right by Stephen Kent Johnson
DIANE PAPARO INTERIORS
“WE ARE ALL ABOUT TEXTURES, DIMENSIONAL MATERIALS AND TIMELESS DESIGN THAT LOOKS NEW EVEN AFTER 20 YEARS.”
Among the many auspicious projects in the Diane Paparo Interiors portfolio, there are those that belong to clients with four, five—even six—homes in the mix. For a design professional, there may be no better indicator of greatness than such a robust collection of repeat customers. And upon asking President and namesake Diane Paparo what she feels is her most significant achievement to date, one finds that the answer illuminates just how she’s built a firm and team that brought forth such results: dedication. “I think the greatest success has been making each project successful, time and again, by giving clients an experience that is smooth and not fraught with issues,” she shares. “To ensure this, we tend to do full-blown designs, from the outside in, rather than just decoration.” Indeed, Diane Paparo Interiors has an eye for aesthetics, but also takes on architectural edits and space planning, the latter of which they have become known for. “Our clients often brag about the things you can’t
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see in our projects, like the odd space next to a column that we hid secret storage in, or the layout that took some interesting creative thinking to accomplish.” From her first project, a 50,000-square-foot office building, to the many residential manses—from New York to Maine, Florida and beyond— that would follow, every endeavor Diane Paparo has taken on has certainly involved an outside-the-box mindset.
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Name influences and inspirations that inform your work.
Mies van der Rohe, Richard Meier and Zaha Hadid are all sources of inspiration for me, and I’m influenced by the client’s personality and aspects of the site on every project.
How do you include the client in your creative process?
I always listen to their wishes and dreams, but most cannot fully visualize, so it’s my job to understand what they are saying and apply it in a way that is appropriate for their site and structure. They trust me to lead them toward the most successful iteration of their dreams.
How can the client work with trade professionals to ensure a painless process? Keep an open mind to suggestions. Although, in the end, the client is the one living in the design, so I feel it’s important for the designer to keep an open mind, too. It’s a partnership!
Flow State
AN UPTOWN DUPLEX RECEIVES A FULL SPATIAL REWORK— AND A BOLD INFUSION OF COLOR.
WRITTEN BY DAN HOWARTH
PHOTOGRAPHY BY REGAN WOOD
Architecture: Hope Dana, Platt Dana Architects
Interior Design: Kate Gray, Hamilton Gray Studio
Home Builder: Tom Levy, A.L.L. Construction and Design Inc.
In the entry, arched openings and mosaic marble flooring from TileBar offer a modern twist on Upper East Side style. A Debra Folz console hangs on walls lined with smoky Thibaut grass cloth. The sconces are In Common With.
Previous page: A Murano-glass chandelier scored on 1stdibs takes a starring role in the living room, where Soho Home lounge chairs join a sofa recovered in Claremont fabric. Farrow & Ball’s All White creates a gallery-like environ for artworks by Walead Beshty, Rana Begum and John Wigmore.
For an Upper East Side couple and their three sons, one Fifth Avenue duplex was ideal in size, location and price. Less ideal were the choppy layout, dark rooms and significant water damage across the upper floor. Undaunted, they saw an opportunity to rethink the residence from scratch, tailoring it totally to suit their lifestyle.
The gut renovation was led by designer Kate Gray and architect Hope Dana, who were separately brought onto the project via word-ofmouth connections but quickly found common ground through strategic problem-solving for the complex reconfiguration. In close collaboration with general contractor Tom Levy and their design-savvy client, the apartment was reworked from top to bottom. “Every interior wall was moved and changed!” the wife exclaims.
An avid cook, she desired a large, open and welcoming kitchen. To accomplish this goal, the team relocated the formerly back-of-house space to the front, connecting it to the living-dining room through a cased opening with pocket doors that allow the rooms to seamlessly merge for everyday living or be closed off for formal gatherings. A mudroom was also added for the boys to tuck their school gear out of sight.
While planning this spatial alteration, Dana made a fortuitous discovery. “On the street-facing façade, there were windows that had been covered up by the developer, which in my 25 years of experience I had never seen before,” the architect reveals. Now uncovered, these hidden windows—three in total— allow soft light to permeate the living spaces. “That was a revelation,” the wife says. “When you walk into the apartment now, it’s incredibly bright.”
Elements like wooden HVAC outlet covers with fluted fronts and millwork trims detailed with simple, geometric reliefs were proposed by Dana to subtly reference the 1928 building’s Art Deco style yet allow the interiors to feel wholly contemporary. So as not to overpower these details, the palette in the living space was largely kept neutral—save for a few bold artworks and upholstered furnishings. However, thanks to the client’s love of color, the same can’t be said for the rest of the residence.
In the den, moss-green walls, a blue sectional and rainbow-striped bolster pillows were all lifted from the colors of a marbleized-velvet ottoman. A pass-through bar and pantry that connects back to the living room is drenched in an even darker, moodier blue-green hue. “As you travel back through the first floor, these rich and saturated tones create an interesting transition,” explains Gray, who continued the wall paint onto the ceiling to “make the rooms feel taller.” Dual-paneled doors throughout the home also emphasize verticality for this reason.
In the entryway, the glamour of historic Fifth Avenue residences is evoked by tessellated marble floor tiles and grass-cloth wallpaper, which juxtaposes a wall-mounted Simon Allen sculpture made from woven VHS tape. Other traditionnodding elements include a vintage Murano flushmount chandelier to temper the living room’s contemporary furnishings as well as arched doorways and bookshelf niches that further help marry old with new.
Upstairs, where the water damage was worst, everything was ripped out and rebuilt so that all four bedrooms now have their own bathroom—a luxury with three teenage boys. And the primary suite was crafted as a calming sanctuary with peach-toned, limewash plaster walls and ceilings that complement the patterned window treatments. Lampshades created for the bedside sconces feature the same peacock-like print as the favored ottoman in the den. “We tried to stay away from traditional Upper East Side style and have it feel unique, more textural and a little cleaner,” Gray explains of the bedroom—but it’s a sentiment that sums up the project in full.
Both Dana and Gray fondly describe the client as a great collaborator whose taste and ideas played an important role in steering the design direction. “Her love of color helped to bring out mine,” Gray affirms. Incorporating items of personal value— like a delicate light sculpture by John Wigmore in the dining area that was kept in storage while the boys were young and a bench in the entry that has traveled with them from one home to another—firmly places the family’s stamp on the newly reorganized apartment, which now flows effortlessly with their daily lives.
The cabinetry of the Henrybuilt kitchen contrasts with white oak flooring from The Hudson Company. Caesarstone quartz on the perimeter counters is joined by Calacatta Turquoise from BAS Stone on the backsplash and island.
The counter stools are Kooij.
A moody bar lacquered in Benjamin Moore’s Vintage Vogue links the living space to the den. The countertops are Verde Dorato marble from BAS Stone and the hardware is Pruskin Studio. A metallic Calico wallpaper animates the ceiling.
Opposite: Farrow & Ball’s Beverly drenches the den in warm green, joined by a sectional covered in a blue Kravet performance velvet and topped with bolster pillows of silk from Temple Studio. An artwork by Chun Kwang Young and a Beata Heuman ottoman add to the eclectic mélange.
Peaches define the primary bedroom, from the Bauwerk Colour plaster walls and ceiling to the Dedar-fabric Roman shades. An Oi Soi Oi pendant hangs above, while a sconce by The Urban Electric Co. with a shade of Beata Heuman wallpaper frames the bed. The artwork is by Elizabeth Thompson.
“We tried to stay away from traditional Upper East Side style and have it feel unique, more textural and a little cleaner.”
Home Builder: Konrad Jankowski, KJ Remodeling of NY Corp.
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JOSHUA MCHUGH
High above the streets of Manhattan, an elegant retreat embraces its sweeping vistas.
FINDING THE LIGHT
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Bennett Leifer’s clients anticipated an effortless design project. After all, the full-floor Manhattan apartment they’d acquired was recently constructed, requiring only furnishings and finishing touches.
But at their first concept meeting, the designer put forth a bold proposition. “Listen,” he told them, “you are either going to fire me or think I’m a genius.” Fortunately, they thought the latter following Leifer’s proposition to maximize the interiors and 360-degree vistas through a transformative renovation.
Their residence, soaring high in the sky, is intended as a retreat. “The initial direction was to keep it light and easy,” the designer recalls. “The bullet points were: Honor the view, make it comfortable, unique and experiential, and ensure it feels finished.” Yet the home’s angular shape and flow hampered the full potential for these opportunities. Leifer foresaw a way to convert the four-bedroom residence into a spacious twobedroom with public and private areas, smooth transitions and eye-catching sight lines—inside and outside—at every chance.
The vision, a sophisticated setting with artistic touches, came easily. “My process is like a Rubik’s cube in my head,” the designer says, explaining his macro viewpoint. Executing and enhancing it, though, required architect Annie Coombs and general contractor Konrad Jankowski. Crucially, the team transformed the primary bathroom into an architectural feat starring a central circular shower facing floor-to-ceiling panoramas from left to right. “You’re so high up that there are no other towers,” Coombs points out, “so you can bathe with a view.” In lieu of shower doors, curved glass walls fan from a column clad in Tadelakt, a waterproof plaster common in Morocco. “It’s very soft to the touch and has a beautiful patina,” the architect observes. While countering the abundant light reflection throughout the space, its deep tone complements the white, light gray and dark gray floor tiles that echo the shape of the shower. “The bathroom was a playful moment,” she says, “and I loved that the clients wanted to play.”
This spirited confidence drove decisions to foster strong visual interest throughout the project.
“The overall plan for this apartment was: When you’re looking at a window, I don’t want to block it,” Leifer explains. “When you’re looking away from a window, I still want you to see something beautiful.” Renovation work helped accomplish this, including blowing out a wall between the foyer hall and primary suite that then granted east-to-west sights from the entry. “You can see the Hudson and East rivers, which is pretty special,” Coombs emphasizes. From there, the team adjusted the thresholds in the vast living room, where material selections were key. “The goal was to have them be neutral but not boring,” the designer says. “We wanted to bring a lot of impact—but understated.” Bronze casings reflect light as chocolate-brown stained-oak walls drink it in. Besides the view, the room’s focal point is an artisan bar paneled in a glistening églomisé mural. “This was out of the clients’ comfort zone,” Leifer admits, “and it became one of their favorites.”
The bar grounds a seating area defined by low furnishings in cozy materials that, like their architectural counterpoints, respond to the setting. “Nothing absorbs light better than silkvelvets,” the designer muses, “and bouclés feel like clouds.” Ivory and gray form a cohesive palette that carries into the dining area at the opposite end of the room. Yet the color story grows bolder in spaces like the guest bedroom, enveloped in rich emerald. “We wanted to make it feel like this fun, otherworldly environment,” Leifer says. A photograph featuring an astronaut drives this point home and demonstrates how the designer used artwork for moments of levity. But in the silver-walled primary bedroom, creative textures offer artistic flair, like the panels of iridescent feathers above the bed. “They bring so much interest that it alleviates the need for art,” Leifer notes. “And the wallcovering blends into a cloudy sky while still being beautiful on its own.” Like its adjoining bathroom, this space received an extensive face-lift: The team raised the ceilings, reworked the entry and reoriented the headboard wall so the bed faces the East River.
Reminiscent of an observatory lounge glowing in the nighttime sky, the finished product exudes chic, sexy appeal for classic New York entertaining—all for the residents themselves. “They wanted it to feel better than any restaurant or bar,” Leifer says. “It’s a destination for them.”
Interior Adornment crafted the living room’s bar, which boasts integrated lighting from Visual Comfort & Co. Beneath Lindsey Adelman Studio’s Burst chandelier, Holly Hunt’s Eclipse coffee table serves silk-velvet armchairs upholstered by Jonas.
Previous page: In the bar area of the living room, Minotti’s West sofa sits atop a wool-and-silk Tai Ping rug. Bronze casings and deep-toned wood paneling on the walls elevate the interiors.
Left: Phillip Jeffries’ Adorn wallcovering swathes the elevator vestibule. Above the Skram bench, B&B Italia’s Madison mirror faces a pair of existing sconces. The Tai Ping runner from Edward Fields rests on white oak planks from Mountain Lumber Company.
Opposite: Phoenix Gallery’s rock-crystal sconce decorates a wall in the dining area, home to stunning city views. Studio Van den Akker’s Lewis chairs surround Atra’s Atlas table below Lindsey Adelman Studio’s Branching Burst chandelier from The Future Perfect.
In the guest bedroom, Matouk’s Nocturne linens dress B&B Italia’s Charles bed. Dream Life Astro by Cameron Burns from ArtStar hangs next to Visual Comfort & Co.’s Lola wall light. Another wool-and-silk Tai Ping rug from Edward Fields grounds the room.
Opposite: Shades of green wrap the guest bedroom, as seen on the emerald A. Rudin swivel chair that pulls up to Design Within Reach’s Risom desk. Louis Poulsen’s PH 3/2 table lamp stands near Alessandro Mendini’s Specchio di Proust mirror from Suite NY.
Above: Blue Waters by Sakari Kannosto from Hostler Burrows perches next to the powder room vanity, featuring a Waterworks countertop and faucet. Visual Comfort & Co.’s Morris flush mount reflects in the clean and antiqued mirrors, placed amid lacquered applied moldings.
Opposite: Gabriel Scott’s sculptural Welles glass chandelier crowns the primary bedroom, a study in silvery-blue textures. Phillip Jeffries’ reflective Oxidized Leaf wallpaper—backing Gregorius Pineo’s Avedon mirror—enhances feathered panels from Schumacher’s Nest collection over the Jouffre bed.
Right: Flowing underfoot throughout the primary bathroom is Alison Rose’s Sfera mosaic flooring from Artistic Tile. Precision Glass Bending created the circular shower enclosure, which cocoons Hervé Langlais’ ceramic Fetiche stools from Negropontes Galerie.
Opposite: Vola fixtures from AF Supply stud a column of Tadelakt in the primary bathroom’s shower. Nanz hardware and Waterworks faucets adorn the high-gloss wood vanity, which Interior Adornment topped with Nero Marquina marble from ABC Stone.
Architecture: Elizabeth Dillon, Christopher Carrigan and Lora Shea, Historical Concepts
Marrying storied European and New England influences, a ground-up retreat pens a uniquely Hamptons narrative.
WRITTEN BY KATHRYN O’SHEA-EVANS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICOLE FRANZEN STYLING BY BRITTANY ALBERT
All of our design work is based on historic precedent,” says architect Elizabeth Dillon. “We’re not literal, but we love to look to the past and learn from tradition.” It follows, then, that when clients approached her to build a Hamptons vacation residence, she found inspiration in the early homes of the area. Saltboxes—named after the wooden containers favored for salt storage during the Colonial era—first appeared out East in the 1600s. With their all-American charm and spartan beauty, the architectural style has stood the test of time in the centuries since.
“The clients loved the idea of a saltbox as inspiration,” continues Dillon, who, in collaboration with architects Christopher Carrigan and Lora Shea and general contractor Jon Grossman, responded with a home that blends effortlessly with the primitive architecture of the area while bringing forward a modern-day character all its own. It helped that the clients were committed to rightsizing; being mindful of how the home would be utilized and designing only what was needed, which kept the form fairly authentic to its vernacular roots. “If you look at historic houses, they tend to have a shallower floor plate,” Dillon notes. “We try to break down the massing of the house into smaller pieces so that we can get daylight from at least two exposures, if not three.”
In turn, a three volume composition— comprising a saltbox-style core, a living room pavilion designed to feel like a subsequent addition, and a primary suite wing meant to evoke an outbuilding later connected to the main structure—floods the interiors with light while keeping the spaces cosseting. Selecting large windows with bold black mullions—scaledup versions for the core; floor-to-ceiling for the pavilion—brings a modern edge to the humble façade, which the team hung with cedar shingles intended to weather in different ways in rain and sun based on the direction they would face.
A storied sensibility comes across not only in the exterior references to seaside homes of yore, but in the material palette within. Nearly every room in the house features “a rough coat plaster that has a little bit of that mottled, imperfect look
for texture and variation,” notes Dillon, adding that the oak floors and doors were chosen to bring visual warmth and embrace the chips and dings of age. Wear will “just become part of the patina and the character.” Even the floor plan harkens to the past with the inclusion of nostalgic rooms that nod to England’s historic country homes, including a “cold room”-style front entry hall, an inky-black parlor, which acts as a reception room and entertaining space, and a baker’s dream of a scullery tucked off the kitchen.
“We looked a lot to the vernacular from the countryside of Britain,” affirms designer Maureen McDermott, who followed suit in channeling old-world European style when outfitting the interiors. Gauzy draperies and slipcovered, roll-arm upholstered furnishings evoke a timeless Belgian tradition while feeling pitch perfect for a presentday Hamptons home, offering an elevated riff on the classic beach house aesthetic. And a healthy dose of pieces by English vendors weave throughout the residence, composing a chic thread with the program’s British country house references.
Within the bedrooms—all calming in color and cozy in scale—simple charm reigns supreme again. There are built-in window nooks, herringbonepattern wood floors, white painted boards on the ceilings and woodburning fireplaces. “A lot of homes in the Hamptons are ‘more is more,’ ” McDermott muses. “This house is just so refined, peeled back and thoughtful. Anything extra grand was stripped away and instead, there’s just everything you need for a beautiful and functional home.”
The all-new grounds carry this thoughtfulness outdoors. There, landscape architect Stacy Paetzel employed bluestone pavers to define and link various areas, and per the clients’ request, planted a variety of classic florals that flourish in the rich soils out East “ There are several hydrangea varieties, including limelight, oakleaf and Annabelle,” Paetzel says. “The clients entertain often and many plants were selected because they are good for cutting, arranging and bringing inside.” Artful deployments of climbing vines throughout the property help to “nestle things into the site,” she continues, adding that mature apple trees were purchased from a local nursery and planted to further the blankslate plot’s sense of age. Down to the last detail, the culmination celebrates its place in history, and the special slice of the world it calls home.
Alaskan yellow cedar—in both shingles and siding, for textural depth—exudes earthy warmth on the exterior. Bluestone pavers underfoot bring a modern crispness, while lanterns from Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights nod to yesteryear with each flicker.
Previous page: The entry hall was designed as a traditional “cold room,” with interior doors and windows to thwart winter’s drafts. French oak flooring from Exquisite Surfaces further suggests a sense of age, joined by vintage pieces, including a console from Lucca Antiques.
Natural light and creamy tones make for a relaxing living room featuring Belgian-inspired Studio Oliver Gustav armchairs and a sectional covered in stonewashed linen. The fireplace is composed of honed Nova Black marble from ABC Stone. The pendant is Jamb.
Clé zellige tile, Arabescato Antico stone counters and a cream Lacanche range compete for prettiest design element in the kitchen. The oak built-ins were crafted by LCK Cabinetry and trimmed with a mix of deVol and Armac Martin hardware.
“A lot of homes in the Hamptons are ‘more is more.’ This house is just so refined, peeled back and thoughtful.”
–MAUREEN MCDERMOTT
Black stained-oak cabinetry gives the parlor the lure of a buzzing cocktail lounge, especially in the glow of twin Jamb pendants. Both sets of chairs are Rose Tarlow Melrose House, the coffee table is Rose Uniacke and the stools are Thomas Hayes Studio.
The primary bedroom is a study in coziness, with a slipcovered lounge chair from B&B Italia and a Rose Uniacke lamp alongside the hearth crowned with a Jamb sconce. A Phoenix Day fixture flanks the Dmitry & Co bed.
The home’s emphasis on restraint extends to the exteriors. Off the living room, a deck with David Sutherland lounge chairs and Harbour tables connects to the grounds, gently transitioning to the rear yard.
Architecture: Joe Jang, Arkpraxis
Interior Design: David Scott, David Scott Interiors
Home Builder: Vincent Collins, Martany Corp
LOFTY GOALS
Warmth, texture and soul abound in an Upper West Side condo after a thorough reimagining.
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LISA BINGHAM DEWART
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIM LENZ/OTTO
Designer David Scott furnished the dining area of this Manhattan condo with a Thomas Newman Studio table, a custom banquette in a Link outdoor fabric and chairs in a material from Lee Jofa. A Joseph Pagano pendant illuminates the space.
Previous page: A coffee table from Peter Lane grounds the living area. In a niche covered with Phillip Jeffries linen, a sofa in a Holland & Sherry textile sits beneath a photograph by Robert Polidori. Underfoot is a Merida rug.
At first blush, a condo in a converted commercial building on the Upper West Side seemed an unlikely choice for its eventual owners. “It didn’t meet many of our criteria,” the wife says. “Nothing had been done to it since 2004, and the layout didn’t make sense, but it was in a good location and had a lot of space.” Once he visited, designer David Scott had a similar impression but was nonetheless inspired. “I saw something ordinary and wanted to transform it,” he recalls.
The clients had a few key requests for their new place. Chief among them, describes the husband, “We wanted a sense of comfort and calm, so when you come in, you breathe a sigh of relief.”
A functional kitchen with ample storage and a flexible layout that could feel as comfortable for two as for 12 was also essential.
Scott’s solution was to give the space a loft-like feel while maintaining a sense of warmth and ease, carefully refining every detail, including replacing the floors and windows, in the process. In collaboration with architect Joe Jang and general contractor Vincent Collins, Scott took the space down from three bedrooms to two, so that one bedroom became a new living room and the former living room became a sophisticated dining area. Open to each other, they are crowned by a barrel-vaulted ceiling that repeats in the primary bedroom. Although the kitchen needed to remain in the same spot, the designer worked magic there too, opting for bright white lacquered upper cabinets and stone with streaks of gray for the backsplash and countertops. The move adds “freshness and depth,” says Scott, and contrasts with the rich walnut casework.
Walnut also stars in one of the most inventive elements in the apartment: a floating partition that separates the kitchen and the living room and serves multiple functions. On the kitchen side, the structure offers an elegantly concealed pantry and refrigeration. On the other, a moveable panel hides the TV. Subtle brass butterfly joints punctuate the piece, as does a streamlined brass sconce, keeping it from feeling monolithic.
Once he had fleshed out the details and floor plan, Scott set out to imbue the home with “texture, warmth and soul,” he explains. Naturally, that meant commissioning bespoke items. One, a buffet by Caleb Woodard in the living room, features a carved pattern of undulating waves.
The other is a ceramic coffee table by Peter Lane composed of stacked cylinders. (“No one does texture like Peter,” the designer notes.) Scott proposed an extendable dining table and paired it with a banquette upholstered on-site. Together, they yield a nontraditional, flexible take on the formal dining room.
For additional richness, Scott chose a linen wallcovering for the living and dining areas. Velvets, bouclés and leather abound, which “are luxe but welcoming,” he says. Saffron and marigold hues—found on a pair of midcentury armchairs and ottoman in the living room and a swing-arm lamp illuminating the dining table— respond to the wood tones and enliven them. The exception to the warmer palette occurs in the primary bedroom, where shades of blue take the stage. Scott subtly prepares the eyes for the shift, opting for gauzy draperies along with a vintage George Nakashima desk and wood bench that tie back to the casework and same linen curtains used in the public rooms. “I like a thread from the moment you enter to the very last detail,” he describes.
Throughout, Scott incorporated the clients’ photography collection, which includes works by William Wegman, Robert Polidori and Hendrik Kerstens. “It was an interactive process,” the husband recalls. “We talked about what we had and what we wanted to use. David would put the pieces into renderings to see how they would work in the apartment,” the wife adds.
While the raw space might not have checked many of the clients’ initial boxes, the finished product certainly does. “It all works,” the husband notes. “No matter where you sit, you see something different. It’s the magic of what David was able to accomplish.” And it proves that when the designer says, “Don’t limit yourself to what you see when you first walk in, dream big,” the result can be nothing short of spectacular.
Thomas Hayes Studio counter chairs pull up to the kitchen’s walnut island fabricated by New Day Woodwork, Inc. and topped with quartzite from Fame Luxury Stone. Overhead are pendants by Kalin Asenov. The range is Wolf.
The walnut bench from 1stdibs in a Larsen fabric, George Nakashima desk from Lost City Arts and carpet from Doris Leslie Blau anchor the primary bedroom. Above the John Rosselli-upholstered Dmitriy & Co bed, William Wegman photographs add visual interest.
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