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When conceiving of their new minimalist-modern Seattle restaurant Tomo, James Beard Award-winning Brady Williams and his partner Jessica Powers envisioned an inviting local eatery, rejecting the stuffy formalism of fine dining while remaining committed to meticulously prepared seasonal cuisine. Tomo’s space, designed by Graypants, is elegant yet cozy, with warm, locally sourced wood featured in seating, wallcoverings and the showpiece bar. Williams worked with local makers on every aspect of the interior, including the handcrafted ceramic dishware by Akiko Graham. “Friendship and familial connection are throughlines in how I approached the design of the space and the menu,” explains Williams. The result is an intimate dining experience that resonates with care. tomoseattle.com
MOVING IN Since launching her own practice in 2017, Seattle design veteran Charlie Hellstern has steadily amassed a portfolio of quietly sophisticated yet fearlessly bold interiors that also prioritize sustainability and wellness. Last year, her firm, Charlie Hellstern Interior Design, collaborated on the first residential renovation to achieve Living Building Challenge certification, one of the most ambitious sustainability programs in the world. Now Hellstern has applied that eco-conscious lens to her new studio. Overlooking the Seattle Art Museum’s Olympic Sculpture Park, the space is filled with healthy, renewable materials and furnishings. “Our studio is a place where we have the room to be creative together,” says Hellstern. “It’s a space that feels good to all the senses.” charliehellstern.com
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“FRIDA KAHLO, DIEGO RIVERA, AND MEXICAN MODERNISM FROM THE JACQUES AND NATASHA GELMAN COLLECTION” While artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera have become household names, they were at the center of a much larger cultural movement in early 20th-century Mexico. An exhibition at the Portland Art Museum, on view through June 5, spotlights this group of avant-garde Mexican Modernists, for whom art often became a political tool. “I am moved by how much the concerns central to Kahlo and Rivera’s activism still resonate today,” says PAM’s Sara Krajewski. “It’s a reminder that artists can be important voices in a revolutionary political culture.” portlandartmuseum.org
Born of a desire to celebrate the craft of making, Mutuus Studio burst onto the Northwest design scene in 2016 with their dramatic yet intimate approach to everything from public art installations and private homes to custom-made lighting. Now the studio is settling into their new digs in a former auto mechanic shop in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. The double-height space features a fabrication area for Mutuus’ lighting and hardware collection that doubles as a gallery. “In many ways, our space functions more like a workshop and design lab than a formal office,” says Saul Becker, who founded the firm alongside partners Jim Friesz and Kristen Becker. “We wanted our staff to stay connected to craft.” mutuus-studio.com
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From sumptuous libraries and new entertaining essentials to cherished collections, Luxe explores the new meaning of home base and personal pursuits.
AS LIBRARIES CLIMB TO THE TOP OF CLIENTS’ WISH LISTS, DESIGNERS RESPOND WITH ARRESTING ROOMS FOR MORE THAN JUST READING. W R I T T E N BY M A I L E P I N G E L
Designers have long delighted in creating home libraries. In fact, legendary decorator Dorothy Draper even encouraged the idea among her bibliophile clientele. “Don’t hesitate to start a library, a collection of books on any subject that interests you is a joy to have!” remarked Draper. But today’s libraries serve as more than just a refuge for reading—they are spaces to gather with family and entertain guests. Ranging from studious to swank, libraries can project a
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refined spirit or a joyful energy. Whether you prefer books, magazines or reading on your favorite device, a library provides “a different environment within the home,” explains designer Michael Aiduss. “It’s about shutting the rest of the world off, collecting your thoughts and feeling a sense of relaxation.” But designer Joe Lucas warns playfully: be ready to shop as it always takes more books to fill a library than one anticipates!
“ We turned this Charlotte, North Carolina, living room into a snug library, but it’s really like a family room. Wood builtins and gold-flecked red wallpaper feel unexpected, while a hidden bar makes it a great place to have drinks with guests or simply enjoy the cozy atmosphere.” –BARRIE BENSON, BARRIE BENSON INTERIOR DESIGN
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“ Adding a little whimsy, like the velvet tête-à-tête in the middle of this Los Altos, California, library, makes the space feel fun, plus there’s a games table for the kids and a pair of wing chairs for the adults. It shifts the center of focus away from the kitchen to create a place where this family of readers can relax together.” –ANN LOWENGART, ANN LOWENGART INTERIORS
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“ Give your library a more modern vibe with a pretty paint color—try picking a shade from a book spine and add pull-out shelves to create an extra work surface. To enliven the stone fireplace in an Agoura Hills, California, library, we used a scratch-resistant semi-gloss paint.” – JOE LUCAS, LUCAS STUDIO, INC.
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“It’s all about creating an enveloping ambiance with comfortable places to sit, beautiful lighting and good acoustics to quiet any noise. Books help to create an alluring atmosphere, but don’t forget to think about a ‘wow’ factor and scale, too—like the large antique globe we used in this Greenwich, Connecticut, library—as well as displaying collections that resonate with you.”
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YSL Lexicon: An ABC of the Fashion, Life, and Inspirations of Yves Saint Laurent Edited by Martina Mondadori and Stephan Janson Its publication timed to commemorate Yves Saint Laurent’s first runway show 60 years ago, the new tome, edited by Cabana founder Martina Mondadori and designer Stephan Janson, a co-curator of the current pan-Paris exhibition, Yves Saint Laurent Aux Musées, explores the many facets of YSL’s life through a playful exploration of words. “Our book,” write Mondadori and Janson, “seeks to offer a series of evocations in the form of an alphabet, using the words he liked, those which had a particular meaning for him.” Taking on the people, places and concepts that inspired the designer are a host of high-profile contributors including Hamish Bowles on Haute Couture and Marian McEvoy on Jardin Majorelle. Illustrating the book are images from YSL’s archive, set against lavish textiles in truly iconic style. rizzoliusa.com
By Andrea Monath Schumacher “I poured through my portfolio and chose exclusive projects— it felt like the right time to show them,” says the designer of her debut book. Colorful inspiration abounds, along with Monath Schumacher’s helpful design tips: faux bois cut velvet elevates a beachy vibe, while a red front door encourages good luck and positive energy. “I want readers to be inspired to live large at home, and this book shows them where, and how, to take risks.” gibbs-smith.com
Lotusland Forward by Marc Appleton Only an opera singer could envision a garden as theatrical as the famed Lotusland in Montecito, California, and Ganna Walska’s botanical masterpiece—featuring more than 3,400 plants— has been captivating visitors for 30 years. “Hers was obsessive botanical collecting,” writes architect Marc Appleton. Featuring photographs by Lisa Romerein, Lotusland is a verdant treat for anyone enchanted by gardens. rizzoliusa.com
Portugal: The Cookbook By Leandro Carreira In chef Leandro Carreira’s new cookbook, the Londonbased chef pays homage to the culinary history of his native Portugal. Featuring some 550 recipes, Carreira shares dishes from across his homeland, including Alentejostyle gazpacho, Algarvian seafood dishes and macaroons from a 13th-century convent. Recipes also include insights into traditional cookware, like the cataplana, a metal pot that originated in North Africa and is frequently used in Portuguese cooking. phaidon.com
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Call it a revival of the highest order: When Schumacher created its Editions furniture line, the firm set out to bring back the iconoclastic approach of a bygone time. “We wanted to craft furniture with up-and-coming designers from around the globe to recreate the period around the mid-20th-century— a time when people like Charles and Ray Eames were breaking the mold with original pieces that weren’t just derivatives of old forms,” says creative director Dara Caponigro. “We were looking to curate fresh, authentic furniture that spoke to a dining experience where people want to linger.” Danish designer Charlotte Høncke took a hygge-centric approach, warming up a steel-framed chair with a cozy fabric back to create a cocoonlike atmosphere. “You feel like you’re snuggled into a nest,” says Caponigro. Høncke also devised a table marrying Scandi practicality with inspired details like a soft, curved edge apron. Salla Luhtasela and Wesley Walters, principals of the Helsinki-based firm Kaksikko, used wood to fashion pieces that combine urbanity with country house ease—a yin-yang match adaptable to many homes. Take their Mokki chair, available in a range of painted finishes, its upholstered seat and rail allow for endless customization. The duo’s reinterpretation of a farmhouse table
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The Editions collection by Schumacher includes, clockwise from top, the Mokki chair and dining table by Kaksikko, designer Charlotte Høncke’s Puffin chair and the Rocco chair by Moving Mountains, all of which sit in front of Porter Teleo’s Binary wallcovering.
packs subtle upgrades into a deceptively simple design where every detail counts. When Syrette Lew of Brooklyn-based Moving Mountains was tasked with crafting an upholstered piece, she went sexy. The designer conceived a curving dining chair with pieced panels that highlight its geometry while allowing for versatility in other spaces of the home. “It would work equally well in the living room,” says Caponigro. Her table design, meanwhile, crafted from two pieces of
solid wood, embodies the gravity-defying proportions and poetry of sculpture. What all the pieces have in common is a dedication to quality, ecologically sourced materials that are expertly crafted. There’s nothing remotely “mass” about them. “They’re not rolling off a factory floor somewhere,” Schumacher’s creative director notes. “Each piece will be numbered as an edition and made by hand in Italy.” Now that’s a revival worth waiting for. fschumacher.com
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For Keeps DESIGNER MALLY SKOK REFLECTS ON THE TREASURED COLLECTION OF OYSTER PLATES AMASSED AT HER CAPE COD HOME.
Just down the road from our house overlooking Buzzards Bay in West Falmouth, Massachusetts, is an amazing antiques barn. It was there, 25 years ago, when I found three beautiful hand-painted oyster plates. I didn’t purposefully set out to start a collection, but I fell in love with them instantly, and the rest is history. My mother taught me to love houses, and to layer them. Things don’t have to be terribly expensive to be special. If you love something, buy it and put it on a shelf—that’s sort of our family motto. I buy what appeals to me in the moment, and that’s how the process of collecting starts organically. If something is meaningful to you—if it speaks to your heart—it doesn’t matter what it is. That’s how you end up with an authentic collection. Slowly but surely, my collection has grown over the years, and I’m running out of room to display it. Soon I’ll need to build an addition onto the house just for my oyster plates! When I arrive each summer, I spend several hours wandering from room to room, gazing upon these objects imbued with so many memories. Being back on the Cape marks the beginning of lazy days and good times spent with family and friends. That is what this house, and my collection, symbolizes to me. I’ve been collecting for a quarter of a century—too many pieces to count!— but those first three plates I found in the antiques barn down the road are still my favorite. I have warned everyone in my family: They can break anything in this house, even my heart, but not my oyster plates.
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“These days, outdoor living means more than the occasional weekend get-together. This is where we relax, entertain and enjoy family time.”
color palette, materials or furniture shapes. A drastic change will make the spaces seem divided, so it’s best to stick with a common theme.”
SECRET TO LONGEVITY: LLOYD LOOM “Our proprietary Lloyd Loom® wicker is a natural fiber wicker fabric with long-lasting, high-performance Durium polyester coating for outdoor durability and flexibility,” Jessie says. “The continuous weave avoids burrs and cracking and eliminates visible material ends. It won’t fade over time due to sun exposure or rain and is available in 20 custom finishes.” Not to mention, Lloyd Loom products can be completely repainted to alter the look later. “Lloyd Loom offerings are handcrafted to be heirloom pieces that are passed down for generations.”
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Top The Southport collection’s separate frame and loom panel finish options encourage design creativity. Here, it is featured in Hickory and Sea Glass for the dining area and Hickory and Ivory for the seating beyond the pool. Left This high-impact design from LDD Interiors pairs bold Lloyd Loom finishes (dining chairs in Denim and Terracotta, lounge chairs in Denim and sofa in Mink). Right New for 2022, the Solstice collection offers premium comfort in a sleek silhouette. Here, it is shown in the Ebony and French Beige finishes. Photography Top & Right Courtesy of Lloyd Flanders; Left Courtesy of LDD Interiors
Asked to share the latest favorites, Jessie points to color and creativity. “Consumers have access to an endless supply of design inspiration, and it has resulted in a love of customization, mixing and matching, and unique fabrics and finishes,” she says. “Our bolder finishes, like Peacock, Terracotta and Stillwater, are soaring in popularity.”
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OMBRE EFFECT London-based design brand Shore, known for producing rugs and mats in a kaleidoscope of hues, is expanding its range of indoor-outdoor furnishings. The Chroma Stool, seen here in Lemon Grass and Tropic Sunset, is woven from silicone cord and available in seven vibrant gradients. Though this tactile perch may be far from home, it holds its own next to an eye-catching mural by Emmy Star Brown. shorerugs.com
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LOUNGE AROUND Bauhaus-trained American architect and furniture designer Michael van Beuren may have crafted the original San Miguel Lounge Chair in 1941, but its cradling curves, sleek lines and Latin American roots continue to attract designers and collectors today. Available in a variety of wood and strapping combinations through Luteca, and currently on display at Miami’s Museum of Art and Design, this iroko wood and webbed nylon version turns up the heat alongside a dynamic mural by Rafael de Cárdenas gracing the Wynwood Building. luteca.com
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SUNNY OUTLOOK Douse your outdoor oasis with eye-popping color by way of glossy cast-resin planters and stools, available in six electric hues from home furnishings emporium Made Goods. The organic form of the oversized Abria planter, shown in Marigold, is inspired by ocean waves, while the versatile Murni stools, in Watermelon, exude mod tropical vibes when set against a Danielle Hein–designed mural. madegoods.com
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Growing up in sunny Miami, designer Constanza Collarte walked through dozens of orange groves on her way to school each day— all part of the charm found in this once-sleepy city by the sea. Fast forward a few years, and a couple more high-rise buildings later, a booming metropolis was born. But Collarte always knew she would one day return to her roots. After spending years living in New York and abroad, a 1930s Mediterranean-style residence in Coconut Grove—complete with a breathtaking outdoor area—ultimately lured her back home again. collarte.co What an amazing oasis! We like to think of it as our secret garden. Having a lush, enclosed outdoor space has made all the difference, especially recently! We spend all our time out here, whether we are having family over for dinner or hanging by the pool with our kids. One of the home’s selling points was the Fernando Wong– designed landscaping, and while we have added a few plantings here and there, his vision has remained. Constanza Collarte, founder of Collarte Interiors, sits outside her Coconut Grove abode near Miami. The table is set with a Zojora tablecloth and glasses, Penny Morrison plates, Laguiole flatware and flowers by Parrish Designs.
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What’s your entertaining ethos? It’s all about indoor-outdoor living. We do a lot of entertaining alfresco—we even had my sister’s wedding out here! I’m a big collector, and I like to pick up little trinkets when I’m traveling, like salt cellars or textiles, to use on the table. The key to entertaining, for me, is continuously mixing and matching pieces. I must admit, we have a lot of the same people over, so I keep it fresh by using pieces in different ways, but the idea is to make it look effortless and easy. Tell us about the table. The exterior really informs my choices. Everything is green and lush outside, so it’s nice to throw this floral pink tablecloth down to play off the bright camelia flowers in bloom. My grandmother’s delicate embroidered napkins and bright glasses add a sweet note, but the Penny Morrison plates are really the highlight. I lived in London for a while and became quite obsessed with all those charming British prints and patterns! The kitchen features cabinetry and millwork by Hector and Hector, Sub-Zero refrigeration and a Wolf range. Dornbracht faucets are paired with Amerisink basins, while tiles from clé decorate the bar backsplash.
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In Paul T. Liistro’s Westport, Connecticut, garden—which he has designed, installed and tended to over the past three decades—a metal gazebo provides an immersive late afternoon perch to enjoy the bucolic setting. “I like to sit and watch the sun go down between the trees,” he says. “The whole complexion of the garden changes.”
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world into this most resplendent of gardens. “When we purchased the property, I felt like Huckleberry Finn when he says he’s giving up on civilization and heading into the territory,” says Paul. Upon surveying the land—a virgin expanse of grass, forest and stream—he began sketching, and, like a tree taking root, the plot has since revealed itself in chapters. An all-pink rose garden (replete with a plumbed stone wall and dryad fountain) was inspired by the Elizabeth Park Conservancy in Hartford, snow-white Magnolia trees nod to Boston’s Commonwealth Avenue and a tidy pea gravel pavilion dotted with ornamental fountains and a table for two perpetuates a treasured memory. “I lived in Paris, near the
Luxembourg Gardens, while studying abroad at Parsons,” shares Samantha. When Paul came to visit at the end of the term, she knew just where to take him. “We were so inspired by all the lovely pools and places to sit. On the flight home, he took out his notebook and we began to sketch our own version.” Samantha fondly dubs the setting her “favorite place in the world,” and credits her father’s handiwork for much of her own approach to color and pattern. Recently, Paul and his wife Brenda hired their daughter to design a new first-floor addition housing a sumptuous primary bedroom suite. There, through an enormous picture window, Samantha has framed her father’s garden like a painting. samanthaliistro.com
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Highlights of the garden include meandering meadow paths (top), water features evocative of the property’s agricultural roots—like a trough-inspired reflecting pool (left)—and draught-tolerant cactuses and succulents (above).
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“We were trying to create a bit of magic within the landscape—to invite imagination and play,” shares landscape architect Ed Hollander of this Southampton, New York, property. Inspired by the clients’ vibrant brood of young children, Hollander and residential studio director Melissa Reavis drew plans for a multi-faceted, experiential garden where sculptures seemingly dart amongst allées of pleached linden trees, a pollinator meadow teaming with joe-pye weed draws butterflies, and a life-sized chessboard offers entertainment, function and a focal point. A custom creation of sandstone and granite squares (in collaboration with the home’s interior designer Kelly Behun), the board easily morphs into a stylish party pavilion—the perfect springboard for a Gatsby-esque stroll through the fantasia beyond. “Everything is meant to be uncovered along a walk through this garden,” says Reavis. “Each time you turn a corner, a surprise is revealed.” hollanderdesign.com
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Warm Welcome By merging traditional and contemporary styles, a design team creates a home that’s both elegant and comfortable. W R I T T E N BY K E L LY V E N C I L L S A N C H E Z P H O T O G R A P H Y BY A A R O N L E I T Z
Architecture: Stuart Silk and Brie Nakamura, Stuart Silk Architects Interior Design: Susan Marinello, Susan Marinello Interiors Home Builder: Klaus Toth and Jim Weinbrecht, Toth Construction, Inc.
A steel-and-glass door by Portella Custom Steel Doors and Windows adorned with Rocky Mountain Hardware pulls leads the way into a Greater Puget Sound home. Architect Stuart Silk selected honed limestone cladding from Arris Stoneworks, Inc. to define the exterior. The lantern in the entry is by Gregorius Pineo. “There’s no formula for transitional architecture,” says Silk. “That’s what makes it exciting.”
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hen creating this Greater Puget Sound home on a property with unobstructed water views, architect Stuart Silk and designer Susan Marinello orchestrated a design balancing act. Per their clients’ request, the dwelling was to be light-filled and casual while incorporating a more stately vocabulary. “One of the challenges was designing a traditional structure that reflects their relaxed modern lifestyle,” says Silk. “The windows in classic architecture are relatively small, and that’s a death knell here in the Pacific Northwest. But if you fill a wall completely with glass, it’s definitely not going to look traditional.” Though partial to the formality of East Coast architecture, the owners, a couple with three adult children, also dreamed of an open and airy place conducive to lively get-togethers with family and friends. And, while they appreciate the Northwest, “they didn’t want a home typical for the region,” says Silk. So, he looked to Europe for inspiration, specifically the work of neoclassical architects Karl Friedrich Schinkel and Carl Ludvig Engel. After showing the homeowners a variety of potential directions, they zeroed in on a flat-roofed structure clad in white limestone with highly detailed moldings and trim that would, as Silk describes it, “turn up the dial and dress things up a bit.” To carry out their vision, Silk and project architect Brie Nakamura brought on long-time Pacific Northwest builders Toth Construction. “They are known for their skills, and general contractors Klaus Toth and Jim Weinbrecht greatly appreciate design,” says Nakamura. “We can design it and we can draw it, but the construction team’s attention to details really helps the whole process.” Ultimately, it’s those details that create a harmonious blend. “You have to come away with that feeling of ‘everything fits,’ ” Nakamura notes. “The result here is a home that has a touch of formality, with a really inviting nature.”
With the architecture decided, Marinello took the design brief and translated it to the inside spaces. “I had a strong feeling that the interiors should serve as a foil to the formality of the exterior,” she says. In that spirit, the designer took a hybrid approach to the furnishings. “We did very traditional layouts—think Sister Parish—but the pieces themselves are more contemporary,” she explains. “We didn’t want anything that felt too grand or ultra-formal. We wanted the house to say ‘welcome in and relax.’ ” The designer kept the mood and palette quiet to keep the focus on the view. “Our strategy is to tone everything down and let the water be the primary experience,” Marinello explains. She rendered the walls, cabinetry, carpets and upholstery in the living room in soft whites and grays, with pieces from the couple’s contemporary art collection providing moments of color. One of the guest bedrooms mirrors that approach, with an abstract photograph of flowers juxtaposed against a white upholstered bed, walls coated in a light gray hue and pale, luxurious fabrics. “People tease and call me ‘50 shades of white,’ ” Marinello says. “I laugh and reply ‘That’s right—50 shades of white allows for a layered space.’ ” In contrast to the main and upper floors, the lower level, which opens to a terrace and stairs leading to the pool, is focused on entertainment. There’s a casual sitting area around a television, a dining area with a quartzite backsplash, and a wine room. “As you move downstairs to where the house is more connected to the water, it skews to the modern end of the design scale,” Nakamura explains. Together the design team conjured a dwelling where the homeowners can host gatherings with friends and family or just kick off their shoes and enjoy the view as a couple. “At the end of the day, it’s about creating an experience,” says Marinello. “It’s less about the paint color or what a chair looks like than about how they all contribute to creating a feeling. My aim is to make sure that when the clients walk in the door, they take a deep breath and say, ‘Thank goodness I’m home.’ ”
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Left: Ochre’s Moonlight Murmuration chandelier doubles as an art installation in the stairwell, which features a custom Stark runner. “The tall window makes this stair a special moment and anchors the space,” says project architect Brie Nakamura. “The railing is another example of blending styles—the handrail is traditional, but the balusters have a more modern feel.” Opposite: Designer Susan Marinello kept the living room palette largely neutral, using Benjamin Moore’s Silver Satin on the walls, a Schumacher mohair for the Bright sofa, a sculptural Jiun Ho table and black-and-white nesting tables by Made Goods. Artwork by Ethan Murrow from Winston Wächter Fine Art adds a pop of color.
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Above: Quilted-leather chairs by Bright surround a Gregorius Pineo table in the casual dining area adjacent to the kitchen. A Lindsey Adelman Branching Bubble chandelier keeps the view clear. The custom cabinet features mirrored panels, which Marinello says “is like having another window.” Opposite: In the kitchen, honed Calacatta marble countertops and a waterfall island are complemented by a custom metal ventilation hood designed by Silk and Marinello. One of a pair, the rock crystal bowl light by CL Sterling & Son adds a note of glamour. The range is by La Cornue, and the rug is from Driscoll Robbins.
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Above: Silk and Marinello envisioned the lower level as the home’s more casual, entertainment-focused space. “It’s all about the indoor-outdoor connection to the terrace,” says the designer. The Montigo fireplace is surrounded by limestone from Arris Stoneworks. Chairs by Michael Taylor Designs flank a Palecek table with inlaid fossilized clam shells. Opposite: A Michael Taylor Designs chair joins a table and side chairs by RH in the adjacent dining area, where Marinello selected a quartzite backsplash from Meta Marble & Granite. The cushions are covered in a Perennials fabric, and the sconces are by The Urban Electric Co. Sheer draperies pull across a frameless glass wall by NanaWall. The star pendant is by Paul Ferrante.
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Right: A de Gournay wallpaper with a tarnished silver gilded background highlights the powder room. Silk designed the stainedglass transom window to bring in light, and he and Marinello collaborated on the stone-andmetal vanity. The sconce is by Jonathan Browning Studios. Opposite: The mood is quiet and serene in one of the guest bedrooms. Walls coated in Benjamin Moore’s Stonington Gray and a white RH bed are offset by a colorful photograph by Deb Achak. A Visual Comfort lamp sits atop a nightstand by Made Goods.
IN LIVING COLOR For multidisciplinary artist Lisa Congdon, the practice of painting inspires a whimsical world of graphic patterns, intricate illustrations and uplifting messages. W R I T T E N BY C H R I S T I N E D E O R I O P H O T O G R A P H Y BY C H R I S T O P H E R D I B B L E
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Multidisciplinary artist Lisa Congdon’s studio reflects her wide body of work, including an installation of pink-hued objects (left) and stacks of vibrantly colored magnets (bottom, right). Congdon uses an iPad (below) to create her commercial work, but turns back to her paintbrushes (bottom, left) for her fine art pieces.
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A home on Whidbey Island provides stunning vistas of Puget Sound while honoring the area’s architectural heritage. W R I T T E N BY L A U R A H I N E | P H O T O G R A P H Y BY T I M B I E S
Architecture: John DeForest, DeForest Architects Interior Design: Whitney Maehara, NB Design Group Home Builder: Donald Heggenes, Heggenes Construction Inc. Landscape Architecture: Kenneth Philp, Kenneth Philp Landscape Architects
Architect John DeForest created outdoor spaces adjoining the interior rooms of this Whidbey Island residence to take advantage of the Puget Sound views and offer additional space for entertaining.
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t’s a great conundrum for an architect to encounter: Which view should you emphasize when there are stunning vistas in every direction? Such was the pleasant dilemma facing architect John DeForest when the owners of this Whidbey Island property asked him to create their new home. While visiting the site, he was immediately struck by the expansive scenes of Puget Sound, but he realized that any future structure would also look over a sweeping meadow and wooded ravines. “Part of the challenge of the house was that you don’t want to look away from the obvious view, but there are really special moments in other directions,” the architect notes. “It’s a good problem to have.” Before purchasing the land, the owners faced a puzzle of their own: Should they add on to their existing abode or start fresh and build a residence better suited to entertaining their blended family? They found the answer when they discovered a 38-acre parcel near their former dwelling. The then-owner of the property would only consider selling to people who would agree to honor the land’s beauty. It was a requirement the current homeowners, who have deep Whidbey Island roots, were eager to meet. “We knew it would take a couple of years for us to find an architect and design our house,” the wife says. “That was fine— we really wanted to get to know the site and let it speak to us.” As honoring the surrounding environment was a priority, the homeowners brought in landscape architect Kenneth Philp to design the gardens, meadow and entry drive. General contractor Donald Heggenes, a second-generation Whidbey Island builder who had worked with the husband previously, was another essential addition to the team. Finally, designer Whitney Maehara was hired to ensure that the couple’s forever home would feature comfortable interiors. Working with project architects Michael Knowles and Meredith Kelly, DeForest designed a structure composed of two barn-like forms
attached by a spine of glass that contains the center stairway. “This is a good example of how the best design solutions work in multiple ways,” he says. “It evokes the traditional form of buildings on Whidbey without being literal about it, while also providing the drama of the contrast between the two views.” Practically, it gave the owners a residence that works for two people just as well as it does for entertaining extended family; the primary bedroom suite and living areas are on one side, with guest bedrooms and office space on the other. The dwelling also takes advantage of the views by encouraging seamless transitions between the indoors and outside. From the small, private terrace off the main bedroom to the large folding doors allowing the living area to spill out onto the patio, DeForest’s design ensures the homeowners are never far from nature. However, that doesn’t mean that the architect was tempted to build an all-glass abode. He notes that having a contrast between big, open expanses and one special, smaller window looking down a path or into the woods is what makes the structure varied and engaging. In the living spaces, Maehara kept the furnishings relatively simple. “The most interesting part of the house is its ability to open to its surroundings,” she says. “We took that into account when designing the vignettes within the rooms.” Aside from maximizing the views, flexibility was also key. The living room sectional is the family’s main gathering spot, but Maehara also incorporated ottomans that can be used for extra seating or tucked away under a console when not needed. In the dining room, the table expands to accommodate guests, while the breakfast area provides a cozy nook if the couple is dining à deux. In the end, it’s a perfect fit. “The team did an incredible job, and we have to pinch ourselves to believe that we live here,” the wife notes. Recalling a winter day with the fireplace roaring and snow falling outside, she compares living in the home to being inside an enchanting snow globe. “It’s beautiful,” she says. “Truly a magical setting.”
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Organic materials like the living room’s stone fireplace and hemlock ceilings reinforce the home’s deep connection to the surrounding landscape. For seating, designer Whitney Maehara paired a velvet sectional sofa by O. Henry House with two Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams swivel chairs.
“ The home evokes the traditional form of buildings on Whidbey without being literal about it.” –J O H N D E F O R E S T
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Above: The central stairwell, fabricated by Gauge Design Group, highlights the home’s two primary views with dual glass walls. Its components reflect the agrarianinspired design, both in the solid white oak treads and the handrail’s wire mesh grid. Left: Possession Point Woodworking fashioned the kitchen’s Shaker-style cabinets, coated in Benjamin Moore’s Stonecutter. The warm blue color of the Ann Sacks tile backsplash is mirrored on the RH dining chairs, which surround a Kravet table.
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Above: The windows in the breakfast nook allow the homeowners to start their morning overlooking the sound. Maehara furnished the space with a dining table and chairs by RH. A Niche chandelier hangs above. Opposite: DeForest carefully chose the exterior finishes to ground the dwelling in its natural surroundings while reflecting the architectural heritage of Whidbey Island. The windows are by Sierra Pacific Windows and the stone cladding is Whistler Basalt Ledgestone Veneer by Bedrock Natural Stone.
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The home’s indoor-outdoor connection continues in the main bedroom suite with its private terrace and expansive windows. The walls, painted Benjamin Moore’s Seapearl, serve as a quiet backdrop for bed linens by RH and a bench by Robert James Collection. An Adirondack chair and table, both by Loll Designs, sit on the terrace.
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On Lake Washington, a pied-à-terre with an architectural pedigree is refreshed for family gatherings.
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Interior Design: James Fung and Whitney Maehara, NB Design Group Home Builder: Steve Moeller, Schultz Miller Landscape Architecture: Paul Broadhurst, Broadhurst + Associates
The sitting room of this Kirkland condo opens to the main living areas and was given a playful spirit with a Gerrit Rietveld Zig-Zag chair from Bauhaus 2 Your House. Just beyond, the kitchen’s new floating blackenedsteel shelves were designed to complement the fireplace surround and create a more open feel.
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hey just don’t make condos like this anymore,” says designer James Fung. The Kirkland complex, designed by architect James Olson of Olson Kundig in the early 1990s, is a celebration of Northwest vernacular, a style that Fung and his firm partner, Whitney Maehara, eagerly embraced. “James and I both have an architectural background, so it was fun to honor the original design—but it also posed a challenge for us,” adds Maehara. The homeowners, a couple with grown children in the Seattle area, wanted to create a comfortable vacation retreat where their family could gather, so it took a bit of clever thinking to turn the relatively compact, two-bedroom residence into a more generous and welcoming dwelling without completely gutting the space. “It’s a quintessentially Pacific Northwest home with horizontal lines that are almost Japanese in their language, and a lot of the architectural details had held their own over the years,” recalls Fung. “The owners trusted us to know what was important to leave as is and what we could update.” Working with general contractor Steve Moeller and project manager Patrick Kerr, Fung and Maehara carefully preserved original stone and wood finishes. In places where they couldn’t, such as spots in the ceiling they had to open for new lighting, they took extra care in matching graining and finish. “Our crew worked closely with several talented subcontractors who designed, fabricated and installed new paneling in fir and birdseye maple that seamlessly blends with the original woodwork,” says Moeller. Noting that preserving the existing materials directly influenced the new color palette of warm maple tones, soft creams and grays, Maehara adds, “The intent was always cohesion, and to use the same language throughout.” Also key to their work was making the spaces look and feel larger. “Because it’s an intimate size, maximizing functionality is essential,” Maehara continues. A good case-in-point is the kitchen, where built-ins exude an almost yacht-like feel befitting the home’s water views. “The clients
wanted a hidden induction cooktop, so that got us thinking about how to hide other things, like the bar,” recalls Fung. As such, the cooktop is designed to work beneath the porcelain countertop, and the new integrated maple wet bar, fitted with a wine refrigerator and all the accoutrements a host or hostess could want, is tucked behind cabinetry. In the adjacent living room, the designers added a glamorous touch with a gold onyx fireplace wall. “It ties into the woodwork and there’s a lovely movement to the stone itself,” says Maehara. “This isn’t an everyday house, so we wanted to make it a jewel box,” Fung adds. For the furnishings, the designers selected custom sofas and a pair of swivel chairs that allow guests to take full advantage of the terrace, which was refreshed by landscape architect Paul Broadhurst and now leads directly to the beach. Opposite the living room are the dining area, defined by a sculptural, ebonized table, and a sitting room. There, a reissue of Gerrit Rietveld’s Zig-Zag chair and a painting by Britten create an artful retreat. “We wanted something with color that could also ground the space,” says Fung of the painting, which was commissioned by the clients. At the opposite, or inland, end of the condo are the bedrooms and bathrooms. “We redid our clients’ suite but kept the original window wall and other details,” explains Fung, highlighting the room’s birdseye maple dado. Fung and Maehara designed the custom bed with integrated nightstands and an upholstered bench in a manner that echoes the yacht-like efficiency found throughout the abode. Adding to the main bedroom’s sanctuary feel is a private terrace complete with comfortable seating and a fountain. “There’s something to be said for this kind of classic Northwest space,” says Maehara. “The architecture is formal, but there’s a casualness to the spaces—refined but comfortable.” And while staying true to the home’s original details was the challenge, it was also the reward. “We kept the history and blurred the lines between what’s old and new” says Fung. “This project was all about paying homage to the existing aesthetic while creating an open and luxurious interior—and now it feels fresh again.”
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A sofa and loveseat by Kravet with cushions in a Perennials fabric offer plentiful seating options in the living room. The coffee table is from Kathy Kuo Home and the rug is by Driscoll Robbins. In the kitchen are Wolf wall ovens from Albert Lee Appliance.
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Left: A Ben Soleimani oak dining table serves as a dark contrast to maple-paneled walls. Sitting atop a rug from Driscoll Robbins are leather Holly Hunt chairs from Jennifer West Showroom. Opposite: Armchairs from Room & Board swivel away from the living room to take in the views of Lake Washington. The fireplace’s onyx wall was sourced from Lambert Stoneworks, and Benjamin Moore’s Grant Beige coats the ceiling.
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Above: The main bathroom features a new vanity fabricated by Norwegian Northwest topped with the original marble slab. It is accented by Top Knobs hardware and Hansgrohe faucets. The wool runner is from Driscoll Robbins. Opposite: In the primary bedroom, a custom integrated bed fabricated by Village Interiors features a Glant chenille from Kelly Forslund, where the designers also sourced the Dedar pillow fabrics. The maple nightstand, made by Norwegian Northwest, holds a Palecek lamp from Designer Furniture Galleries.
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