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D E S I G N D I S PAT C H The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.

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ROUNDUP Explore why home libraries are becoming the most versatile rooms in the home.

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LAUNCH Discover Schumacher’s new furniture collaboration with designers around the globe.

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COLLECTIONS A designer muses on her decadeslong penchant for oyster plates.

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M AT E R I A L With sunny days ahead, take stock of playful fabrics prime for poolside lounging.

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TREND Marvel at the floral masterpieces of three budding creatives.

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SPOTLIGHT This season, bold and artful outdoor furnishings take center stage.

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K I TC H E N + B AT H At a Miami abode, the kitchen is the cornerstone for year-round entertaining.

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Nuts & Bolts I recently purchased a bronze acorn charm necklace cast through the lost-wax technique. The fact that it is handcrafted by a delightful Florentine artist and designer, whom I had the pleasure of meeting at her studio was part of my attraction, but another reason that I was drawn to the piece was the acorn’s symbolic meaning: great and wondrous things can emerge from small and humble beginnings. That’s often the case in design and in other creative pursuits. You start with a seed, a kernel of an idea, that requires nurturing and attention to grow into something extraordinary. Many of you are embarking on a new design project, tinkering with an idea or building something from the get-go. I hope you embrace the fits-and-starts of the kickoff and savor the long journey into full potential.

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THE KMD ANTIQUES & DESIGN ATELIER Local designer Kari McIntosh can trace her love of antiques back 20 years to when her mother operated a store of her own. Now McIntosh has translated that love into The KMD Antiques & Design Atelier. Located in Burlingame, the stylish shop offers antique furniture and accessories, as well as a thoughtfully curated selection of artisanal items. Peruse prints and paperweights from muralist Colette Cosentino, marbleized lampshades from Shandell’s and more. karimcintoshdesign.com

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What prompted you to open the atelier?

I always thought that it could be an interesting extension of my design business. And with the environmental crisis, I find that many younger clients are interested in antiques and reusing pieces, which speaks to my heart. Also, considering the current supply chain issues, I just felt like it was the right time. Antiques are having their moment.

How would you describe your style?

My aesthetic is eclectic with an emphasis on European pieces.

Why should people consider incorporating antiques into their home?

I find something so unique and soulful about them. Recently, a client said that my interiors felt like a hug—very warm. I think that speaks to the use of antiques.

What will visitors to your store experience? It’s designed to be a welcoming gallery space with ever-evolving installations. The opening concept is very moody for winter—dramatic furniture, mostly French and Italian, as well as a few Chinese pieces and some elements of chinoiserie. For spring, I’m planning to focus on antique outdoor furniture, like statuary for the garden, but that you could use inside too.

In the late 1940s, photographer Fred Lyon scrapped his plan to move to Paris and instead returned home to San Francisco. In the ensuing years, Lyon photographed some of the most distinctive homes in northern California, imagined by a coterie of influential tastemakers, like Frances Elkins and Michael Taylor, who continue to inspire designers today. Fresh and sophisticated yet relaxed, they shaped an aesthetic that perfectly complemented the region’s unique terrain and lifestyle. Inventing the California Look, out March 29, explores this remarkable era as documented

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Renowned designer Martin Brudnizki has completed his first Bay Area project. Perched along the Tiburon waterfront, The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina is a new social dining experience and community clubhouse designed to feel like a sophisticated extension of visiting diners’ own living rooms. “A key part of our inspiration was the idea of transporting guests to a coastal home inhabited by more glamorous versions of the beatniks, so a little more haute bohemian in style,” Brudnizki says. “In looking to artists of that generation, we felt it essential to embrace our own Bay Area artisans; for if this were to be a home, it would be full of local creative touches.” As such, the designer worked with regional makers to craft the fireplaces throughout the space.

“We tapped Pasadena Craftsman to create a large, tiled fireplace adorned with reclaimed ceramics in bright blues and soft greens, while the upstairs fireplace was painted in an iconic Bloomsbury style by muralist Marissa Cianciulli,” Brudnizki explains. The result is a cozy dining experience that will delight foodies and design lovers alike. bungalowkitchen.com/Tiburon

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Blurring the line between fashion and art, Guo Pei has been at the forefront of Chinese fashion for more than 30 years, capturing international attention in the process. The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are celebrating her extraordinary designs with “Guo Pei: Couture Fantasy,” the first comprehensive exhibition of the designer’s groundbreaking work. “The exhibition reveals the trajectory of Guo Pei’s career as remarkable, yet emblematic of China’s emergence as a leader in the fashion world in the early 21st century,” says Jill D’Alessandro, Curator in Charge of Costume and Textile Arts. “Guo’s career mirrors transglobal movements in the fashion industry; her status as an internationally recognized designer in the eyes of the Western world is reflective of a greater shift toward globalization.” Visitors will view more than 80 ensembles from the past two decades, highlighting collections shown on Beijing and Paris runways, including some never seen by the public. “It will be a visual feast,” D’Alessandro adds. Opening April 16, the exhibition will be exclusively presented at the Legion of Honor. famsf.org

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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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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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FIRE MAGIC The new Fire Magic Pizza Oven takes outdoor entertaining to the next level. Combining style, versatility and the convenience of gas to easily create artisan pizza, and roast, bake, sear and broil with the cooking benefits of a pizza stone. firemagicgrills.com

CHRIS HOWARD ANTIQUES & MODERN Functional art suitable for any high design interior, this Mexican Modernist lounge chair by Don Shoemaker for Senal SA, Mexico 1959 is crafted from cocobolo rosewood in an eye-catching, biomorphic form with a pivoting seat newly reupholstered in black leather. antiquesandmodern.com

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A clean aesthetic with special details, hardware and material selections, this more modern style is perfect for an urban apartment or a large contemporary, suburban home. Custom colors and hardware finishes available. peacockhome.com

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PARIS CER AMICS Timeless, yet chic—Paris Ceramics’ Spanish Grey and White is still a classic favorite! Visit the showroom to make it yours. parisceramicsusa com parisceramicsusa.com

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Float 2: Condesa in Hyacinth/Pumice / serenadugan.com. Les Touches in Aqua by Brunschwig & Fils / kravet.com. Sequoia in Sunrise / thibautdesign.com. Pool Deck: Rayure Ikat in Corail / pierrefrey.com. Float 3: Capretto in Flame/Fuchsia / serenadugan.com. Rougier Print in Aqua by Brunschwig & Fils / kravet.com.

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The more comfortable a space is, the more it will be used. This is an adage touted by many a knowledgeable interior designer, but it isn’t always applied to the open air. That is, unless Lloyd Flanders is involved. “This is why we focus on durability meets luxuriousness,” says Jessie Flanders, the company’s vice president of marketing. “Inexpensive outdoor pieces will last a year or two, but high-end furniture can endure for decades, with minimal maintenance and a superior level of comfort.” And, the brand has collections to suit nearly any aesthetic, from contemporary to Hamptons chic and the Southern in feel. But when it comes to the design concept, Jessie has another bit of advice: “A cohesive indoor-outdoor flow can be achieved through consistency in

“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.

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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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Fresh Thinking Who: Wagner Kreusch @wagnerjk. Coordinates: London.

Calling card: Graphic and sculptural, largely inspired by contemporary ikebana. Bloom beliefs: Floristry is a performance as much as it is a sculpture. My goal is to highlight the relationship between humans and nature.

Current inspiration: Leaves. Memorable moment: Anything that involves teaching. Manifesting: Arranging flowers on one of Magdalene Odundo’s beautiful ceramics. Other passions: Walking, traveling and coffee.

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ID: TJ McGrath @tjmcgrathdesign. Where: Plainfield, New Jersey. Personal style: Constance Spry meets Andy Warhol. Approach: Sustainable design that inspires and feels impactful and dimensional with a limited floral recipe. Wish list: Develop a floral design curriculum in schools.

Favorite flower: If I had to pick, Aquilegia. Rule to break: All of them. Words to live by: Take a step back. On the agenda: Demonstrations for the Slow Flowers Summit at Stone Barns Center.

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Name: Madison Hartley @hart_floral. Homebase: Portland, Oregon. Floral style: An elevated simplification of the seasons. Design ethos: Capturing a moment in time in a single vase. Dream project: Permanent, site-specific work—something that can evolve over time. Inspiration du jour: Forest lichen and dew drops catching in cobwebs or on branches.

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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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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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MASTER CRAFTER Ralph Pucci International’s Positano chair, showcased in front of London-based artist Will Gates’ street art, is the creation of French designer, artist and architect Patrick Naggar.

The creative multi-hyphenate first joined the illustrious studio in 1995 as its inaugural furniture artist-in-residence, where he continues to produce imaginative furnishings across mediums. Naggar draws inspiration from Roman and Greek antiquities, as is evidenced by the sled legs on his resin-fiberglass chair design. The piece is first sketched, then formed from clay and cast from a mold before being finished by hand. ralphpucci.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 about the interiors? As much as we live outdoors, our kitchen is the most heavily trafficked room, and we really tried to maximize the layout when the house was redesigned. It took a lot of planning, but the space is now open and filled with light from the doors leading out to the yard. The ‘back workings’ of the room, like the fridge, bar, pantry and storage, are also in one general area to allow for flow and functionality, which is key.

Talk to us about the materials. Different layers and textures in a kitchen can add a lot. We worked with an amazing millworker who wire-brushed the cabinetry for a subtle effect. Everything from the creamy countertops to the pale wood has a hint of lilac, which is a nice connecting thread. On a trip to Morocco, I fell in love with Zellige tile—its imperfections and the way light plays off the surface—so we used them for the bar backsplash.

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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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FAMILY AFFAIR “Chartreuse is my absolute favorite color,” effuses designer Samantha Liistro. A frequent staple across her interiors and personal wardrobe, it’s also the color of chamaecyparis trees that ring the Westport, Connecticut, garden, that her father, Paul T. Liistro, has lovingly cultivated over the past 35 years.

A healthcare executive, sailor and self-taught landscape designer, Paul has poured his insatiable curiosity for the natural

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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CARVING A PATH Upon visiting his clients’ Woodside, California, property—a former equestrian farm with the beaten down dirt to prove it—landscape architect James Lord’s mission became clear.

First, nurse the land back to health. Second, establish a thriving meadow. Along the way, a dreamy patchwork of soft rush, little bluestem and silver grass began to materialize. To enjoy the bounty, Lord, alongside partners Roderick Wyllie and Geoff di Girolamo, envisioned a series of crushed gravel footpaths undulating through the meadow like a soft breeze.

Beyond providing the clients with their own parklike setting for daily strolls, the exuberant plant life has prompted the husband to embrace time-lapse photography, documenting such ephemera as the unfurling of cactus flowers. This luxuriant slowing, Lord believes, is imperative to mental health. “We blab on about the benefits of biophilia, but it’s all true! The alpha waves are going crazy when you’re out in nature,” he says. “This garden is curated with a spirit of delight and discovery, but there’s great calmness to it, too. It’s a world of its own.” sdisf.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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OUTDOOR LIVING For the past few years, more than perhaps any other time in history, the definition of outdoor living has been repeatedly edited and reimagined. The possibilities abound, the ideas grow further outside the box and style evolves to encompass the demands of the exterior environment. The results are spaces as elegant and enjoyable as those on the interior, but firmly planted in the realm of nature’s splendor. Guests are surrounded by breathtaking vistas as they sip and savor, children experience the beauty of wildlife in between math problems and acts of relaxation are made better by the warmth of the sun or sparkle of the stars. Read on to explore the fresh concepts and inventive thinking design pros are bringing to the open air.

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS •H ow do you create comprehensive indoor-outdoor flow?

All of Flexform’s pieces are designed with indoor-outdoor use in mind. For example, swapping out the construction materials on an armchair can take it from indoors to out.

•W hat are some popular client requests right now?

To create the luxurious details of indoor living in their outdoor spaces, like consoles behind sofas, wonderful lighting and plush rugs.

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with the interior cannot be overstated right now. This is an ideal that the artisans at Flexform understand and incorporate into their celebrated Italian designs, and that Gregory Herman and his team at 33Sixty | Flexform are delighted to share with their discerning clientele here in Northern California. “Being able to escape to the safety and serenity of an elegant, innovative outdoor space is essential today,” Herman says. “And knowing that our clients expect the same high level of style, comfort and attention to detail both inside and out has inspired Flexform to create exceptional outdoor collections, pieces and accessories made from the finest materials available. From the natural beauty of solid iroko wood to the cutting-edge chic of stainless steel, our products are built to endure and enchant.”

Top Part of the Freeport metal collection, this stunning sofa complements the Zefiro round coffee tables and Thomas wooden armchairs, all designed by Antonio Citterio. Left This elegant Zefiro dining table is the perfect partner for the Echoes woven dining chairs by designer Christophe Pillet. Right Antonio Citterio’s Tessa wooden armchair and Fly stone side table provide a stylish place to relax and unwind.

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Today’s homeowners have an increasingly high number of options available to them in the construction and renovation process. With this growing ability to customize, small details are what make the ultimate design difference. That is why every window and door at All Weather Architectural Aluminum is custom manufactured. “We work closely with architects and builders to address the needs of each individual project,” says All Weather’s president, Bert DiMauro.

“Our ability to provide creative solutions to even the most challenging projects is one of our company’s cornerstones and continues to set us apart from the competition.” With clients becoming more connected with their homes over the past two years, windows and doors—the natural transition between inside and out—have become incredibly important. “Our windows and doors enhance how our customers experience their homes and world around them.”

Even homeowners who have yet to work with All Weather have likely seen their work. The company is the Property Brothers’ brand of choice for their HGTV blockbuster hit show, Celebrity IOU. This high level of exposure has allowed All Weather to prove its credibility and instill confidence on a national scale.

GREEN STAR All Weather keeps sustainability top of mind when serving the state of California. “We’re an industry leader in providing best-in-class energy-efficient aluminum door and window products,” DiMauro says. They offered their first ever Title 24-compliant window system using the prescriptive method, the state’s building code for energy efficiency. With thermally broken frames and double or triple-glazed panes, each of All Weather’s products optimizes the home’s energy performance.

Top All Weather’s custom installations strike a balance between sleek sophistication and livable warmth in this project by architect, Mark English. Far left The Series 8100 pocketing multi-slide doors provide a seamless transition for indooroutdoor living spaces. Left This residence by award-winning Feldman Architecture features clear anodized multi-slide doors and large windows for a contemporary aesthetic and maximum daylighting.

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AN EXPERT’S WORTH In addition to working closely with the professionals at Atherton/BSC, homeowners should, Papageorge recommends, always involve a designer and/or architect. “We love to collaborate with these visionaries for perfect results,” he says. “They assist us in ensuring an ideal install and provide so much value in the form of finding solutions for the homeowner.” They also advise hiring the pros for maintenance, because they can assure that no extreme weather damage or igniter failure is happening.

MUST-HAVE DUO According to Papageorge, there are two features nearly every client wants out of their alfresco culinary space.

•C onvenience: “They want to design kitchens that are just as robust as those indoors, so they never have to run inside to grab something.

Everything they could possibly need should be able to fit in the outdoor kitchen.”

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•C ommunity: “We also often get requests for seating areas wherein the whole household and/or guests can watch the chef of the day in action as they enjoy a drink.”

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“We specialize in helping our clients find the products they need to create outdoor kitchens that leave the user wanting nothing,” says Tom Papageorge, the company’s CEO and president. “Whether you’re most focused on cohesive colors and textures, blending with the landscape, durability or unparalleled culinary performance, we can help you find the right solution.” In fact, with brands like Kalamazoo, Wolf, Hestan and Lynx in their lineup, the Atherton and BSC teams can probably satisfy all of those desires in one go. “Customer care is our business, and we pride ourselves on finding you the absolute best solution no matter your need.”

Top This new outdoor kitchen features a full suite of Kalamazoo appliances and products, including a built-in Hybrid Fire grill and the Artisan Fire pizza oven. Left A Kalamazoo combo made to impress, the Hybrid Fire grill and Gaucho grill each have their role in this alfresco space. Right Kalamazoo’s weather-tight Signature Series cabinetry pairs well with a range of the brand’s appliances in this chef’s paradise with a view.

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TRENDS IN TERRAIN •W hat elements bring true luxury to outdoor spaces?

Pools, spas, fire and water features, outdoor kitchens, great landscape lighting, integrated smart systems and top-line materials all help to elevate outdoor living.

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Great landscape design plays a fundamental role in today’s indoor-outdoor lifestyles. With a family legacy of world-class architecture, and nearly four decades of personal experience as a residential landscape architect and designer, David Thorne, along with his award-winning team at David Thorne Landscape Architect, creates outstanding outdoor environments. “As interior spaces are repurposed for work and school activities, our clients are increasingly looking outdoors for recreation, relaxation and respite from their busy lives,” Thorne says. “Our design team has a demonstrated ability to work in a multitude of styles, while collaborating with clients, architects, interior designers and contractors to create beautiful landscapes that stand the test of time.”

• How do you create a cohesive indoor-outdoor aesthetic? We work closely with architects and interior designers to develop a harmonious palette and physical flow to effortlessly connect interior and exterior spaces.

• How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs? We prioritize native and drought-resistant plants, as well as plants that attract pollinators, birds and wildlife.

We also strive to create plans that optimize water efficiency and soil health, source local materials, preserve or recycle existing materials and trees, and convert existing hardscapes to greenery or conversely, convert lawn to more sustainable materials whenever possible.

Top A custom woven-grid gate and a circular driveway with a specimen olive tree celebrate the entryway to the home. Far left Lush plantings embrace a pedestrian stairway that connects the street to this private paradise.

Center A curved wall crowned with Mediterranean plantings borders the driveway, creating a graceful approach to the home. Left This sleek pool and hardwood deck follows the natural topography of the site while preserving the surrounding oak trees.

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PERSONALIZED PATHWAYS A good trail design will consider …

•A ge: When it comes to designing a trail, thought must be given to the user. A trail to attract grandchildren, providing opportunities for small discoveries and delights, is going to be quite different from a path that efficiently guides one to various outbuildings.

•A ctivities: How people will use the space is, of course, also important. “If our client wants to do a lot of hiking, we’ll make their trail a little straighter and steeper than we would for a family of runners,” Martin says.

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“To be outdoors on one’s land is an enriching way to connect to nature and to loved ones.” This is the thought that drives Randy Martin and his team at Trailscape, who create intricate bespoke paths for properties throughout California. “We carve out sustainable trails that protect from fire and encourage full enjoyment of natural spaces,” Martin says. While the first of those benefits is

“The best thing for a trail is use,” Martin says. “To use it is to love it, and once that love deepens, the maintenance is easy. We have multiple clients who run major corporations. When they are out on their property, they release the pressures of their everyday work by improving a creek crossing, clearing a view spot or moving a fallen tree. It is gratifying labor with immediate results.”

no small thing—Trailscape creations helped to save seven separate homes during the 2020 Glass Fire in St. Helena and Sonoma—the second is the philosophy in which the firm’s work is rooted.

“We connect what exists, however impassable, with what is waiting just beyond to be experienced, explored and managed for human flourishing.” Turning the corner to be surprised by a uniquelooking branch; unexpectedly finding a light-filled clearing surrounded by towering trees … these are the moments of small joy Trailscape aims to bring.

Top Fire was kept 40 feet away from reaching a Calistoga home by this Trailscape creation. Left Here, one can see how a trail stopped fire on all four sides of a piece of land in Sonoma. Right A cherished tree house was saved from a fire in St. Helena.

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A designer breathes new life into one of San Francisco’s architectural gems and makes it all her own.

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Designer Kendall Wilkinson’s large front entryway is painted Benjamin Moore’s Cloud White. Here, the designer displays a vintage mirror that once decorated a Las Vegas casino over a 19th-century French commode. Above is an antique Venini chandelier. The newly enlarged passage to the living room frames a custom sofa from Habité.

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endall Wilkinson has mastered the art of balance. The designer, whose eponymous San Francisco-based firm celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, has become renowned for her ability to marry classic and contemporary elements with unmistakable aplomb. So, when she discovered a residence originally designed by famed architect Alfred Henry Jacobs, she immediately began imagining its rebirth as her family’s new abode. “The home had not been updated in some time, and it needed a refresh,” says Kendall. “But I could see it had really good bones.”

Jacobs built the house for himself in 1915 and had fashioned it with such integrity that the structure was able to withstand all the earthquakes of the last century. Though the mahogany-toned millwork throughout the residence felt too dark for Kendall’s taste, the designer saw the artistry of the home’s unique form and decided to honor its history. “I wanted to let the original structure inspire the remodel,” explains the designer, and so she set out to create a thoughtful balance of old and new.

Though she stained the floors a dark walnut hue and painted the intricate woodwork white before moving in, Kendall waited three years before embarking on a larger redesign. “I lived in the house with my two boys first so I could get an understanding of how we’d use it,” she says. When she did begin the transformation, she worked with her former husband, architect Rob Wilkinson, and general contractor Kevin Brunner to maintain the dwelling’s original charm. “We made the conscious decision to minimize exterior changes and turn the focus inward,” Rob says. “Inside, we kept the detailing consistent with the original character.” For instance, when the team “lifted the door heights between rooms to create a more open flow, we painstakingly matched the new moldings to the old ones,” Kendall explains. Other details, such as the home’s original leaded windows and ornate fireplaces, remain as they were built 107 years ago.

To better meet her family’s needs, Kendall updated the footprint of the main living spaces,

incorporating a dining area into the formal living room. She and Rob then removed a wall and opened the remodeled kitchen into what was formerly the dining room, creating a light and airy “family zone” where the designer and her sons eat most of their meals, entertain friends and relax. “The openness makes the space feel nearly doubled,” notes Kendall. Though the upstairs layout stayed the same, the designer transformed the bathrooms to deliver a timeless elegance, and she reimagined a top-floor room as her cozy sanctuary and home office.

While Kendall’s firm is a favorite of the tech industry elite—a client roster that often favors modern abodes—this house gave her permission to showcase her personal aesthetic, which skews more layered and romantic. “I love the tension between old things and new—the juxtaposition of a classical backdrop with modern art and contemporary furnishings,” she says. “There’s something interesting to me about the way pieces from different periods dialogue together within the same space.” In the living room, a reupholstered chair designed by Jacobs, and original to the house, sits alongside a 1970s chrome-and-Lucite chair, while a vintage Sputnik-style chandelier hangs near circa 1900 crystal sconces. In the grand entryway, an antique rug grounds the space while a 19th-century entry table from France presides beneath a vintage 1930s mirror that once adorned a Las Vegas casino.

Though the palette on the ground floor tends toward quiet blues and grays, borrowed from the surrounding landscape of ocean and fog, the designer allowed more color upstairs in the private spaces. “My bedroom is a serene lavender, and the guest bedroom features beautiful shades of green inspired by the Arboretum wallpaper I designed,” she says. “In my sanctuary space on the top floor, I went with a deep blue to create a cozy spot to sit by the fire and watch a movie at the end of the day.”

In the end, Kendall fashioned a dwelling that honors its history while reflecting an aesthetic she has cultivated over a lifetime of traveling, collecting and practicing design. “Sometimes, I walk around the house and try to find something I would change,” she says. “But I haven’t come up with anything yet—except maybe a bigger closet.”

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Above: The kitchen cabinetry is coated in Benjamin Moore’s Stonington Gray and wears hardware from Bauerware. Kendall had the BlueStar range colored to match the cabinets. White marble countertops are complemented by a Thassos marble tile backsplash, both from Da Vinci Marble.

Opposite: In the dining space, a vintage Sputnik-style chandelier hangs over a modern, customdesigned dining table. Kendall reupholstered the Lulu and Georgia chairs in a smoky-blue wool fabric to coordinate with the antique rug.

Kendall calls this space her “sanctuary.” She referenced the bay views in her color choice, painting the built-ins Benjamin Moore’s Van Deusen Blue. The sofa, by Coup Studio, is crafted with Nobilis fabric in a rich indigo. The series of three-legged Galactic side tables is by Interlude Home, and the Dunbar swivel chair is vintage.

“ I love the tension between old things and new—the juxtaposition of a classical backdrop with modern art and contemporary furnishings.”

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Left: “I wanted the runner on the stairs to play off the windowpanes, but not feel matchy-matchy,” notes Kendall, who landed on a geometric Stark rug. The home’s paned windows are all original and were in “amazing condition,” says the designer. An antique crystal candle sconce from Remains Lighting rounds out the space.

Opposite: Kendall chose Benjamin Moore’s Hint of Violet for the walls in her bedroom. The lavender Avani carpet by Stark has a similar serene tone. The designer used her own fabric line, Kendall Wilkinson Vignettes for Fabricut, throughout the space. An antique Venetian mirror and a 1980s Venini sconce add touches of glamour.

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The wallcovering in the guest room was custom printed by Fabricut based on Kendall’s Arboretum fabric design in Juniper.

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After gentle updates, a midcentury Woodside home enters a new era.

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Architecture: Steve Simpson, SDG Architecture Interior Design: Linda Sullivan, Sullivan Design Studio Home Builder: Mark Kelley, Mark Kelley Construction Co, Inc. Landscape Architecture: Bob Cleaver, Cleaver Design Associates

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hen general contractor Mark Kelley first saw the dwelling that once belonged to Arjay Miller, former Ford Motor Co. president and retired dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Business, he knew it was something very special. “It was a classic, midcentury, one-story house with tall ceilings and huge windows looking out onto a beautiful backyard,” Kelley says. “The home was really well built, and it was filled with furniture from the 1960s that people today would lose their heads over.”

Upon his death in 2017—at the age of 101—Arjay bequeathed the abode to his son and daughterin-law, for whom Kelley, architect Steve Simpson, interior designer Linda Sullivan and landscape architect Bob Cleaver dreamed up a renovation honoring the home’s historical style while modernizing it for 21st-century life. “In essence, we tried to make everything better without making anything worse,” Simpson says of the challenge.

It’s another way of saying that central to the renovation was a profound sense of restraint. To that end, the architect reallocated space without changing the structure’s footprint: A couple of bedrooms became a home theater, the area for the kitchen expanded, a wine room was added, and two spaces transformed into the new main bedroom suite. Other elements were carefully preserved. The team left Arjay’s office, clad in walnut paneling, as it has always been, and the original front door received only a small upgrade of fluted glass, for the sake of privacy. Much of the hardware is also original to the abode, just powder coated in a darker finish for a fresh look.

Sullivan and her colleague, design director Silvia Hendrawan, took cues from the home itself as the pair decided how to revamp the interiors. “Arjay’s wife, Frances, was a designer and her taste was obviously fantastic,” Sullivan says. “For us, taking a different viewpoint on the interiors while still achieving the original vibe was really important.”

This approach led them to select walnut flooring, millwork and cabinetry—unifying old and new installations throughout—to uphold the original style. They also opted for elevated, natural materials such as marble and fabrics in wool, cotton, mohair and silk to continue the residence’s timeless appeal.

Perhaps the most significant source of inspiration in the dwelling is the grand living room, which Simpson describes as “the kind of room you don’t find often in houses anymore.”

It’s a large space with tall ceilings and abundant windows that look out on massive, old oak trees.

“The original architect, Willard Doane Rand Jr., really captured California living, that indooroutdoor feeling that we all like,” Simpson says.

Here, Sullivan and Hendrawan riffed on the original design with punches of color in yellow, blue and purple. They replaced the fireplace surround with a limestone version and topped it with an antique mirror that bounces the light around the room. Smaller gathering areas allow for easy circulation and plenty of space for entertaining. “I love how the room feels like the existing home with an updated, modern twist,” Sullivan says.

Of course, some spaces were completely transformed—most notably, the kitchen. The design team opened the space to boost the room’s functionality and made aesthetic changes along the way. Plain-sliced walnut cabinetry

by Henrybuilt offers a handsome counterpoint to the marble countertops and waterfall island.

The blackened-steel custom hood now serves as a subtle focal point, and a trio of small overisland light fixtures helps illuminate the space without blocking the views to the backyard.

The new main bedroom is also an entirely fresh space. Sullivan incorporated a few nods to midcentury design—a custom, channel-tufted headboard and a bubble-like chandelier—while creating a sophisticated, serene vibe. Textural elements, including a mohair chaise lounge, leather benches and wood side tables, give the tonal room an elegant aesthetic that aligns with the home’s overall style.

The renovation was a kind of history lesson— both about Arjay Miller, whose brilliance in the business world and personal vivacity were well documented, and about the value of paying attention to the past. “Maybe if Arjay hadn’t had a vision for passing this home to his family, someone else might have missed all the beauty that was here already,” Simpson says. “But we respected the heritage of the property and the patriarch of the family, and we came out with something great.”

Originally built in the late 1960s, this Woodside home exemplifies midcentury style. Architect Steve Simpson preserved the dwelling’s original footprint and many of its existing elements, including the front door. Interior designer Linda Sullivan selected fluted glass for the door’s panels to add privacy while still allowing light to penetrate the interior.

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Above: In the dining room, Skram’s Piedmont table and mohair-upholstered chairs by Bright Chair sit under a sculptural, 14-light chandelier by Jonathan Browning Studios. Custom Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca sheers soften the space. The artwork through the passageway, Marius Bosc’s On the Road, is from Bryant Street Gallery.

Opposite: This glowing hallway is the central axis of the home and is endowed with tall ceilings and abundant light.

American black walnut floors from Château Napoléon contrast with walls painted Benjamin Moore’s Snowfall White.

The vessel on the pedestal is by Philip Moulthrop.

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In the kitchen, plain-sliced walnut cabinetry by Henrybuilt nods to the home’s midcentury roots, as does the fluting on the island.

To temper the wood, Sullivan chose heavily veined Calacatta Vagli marble from Da Vinci Marble, which also adds drama to the space. Allied Maker pendants illuminate Capo counter stools

by Neri & Hu for De La Espada.

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To create intimacy in the large living room, Sullivan carved out smaller gathering areas, including this game space anchored by an Edward Wormley table that is original to the home. The chairs are by McGuire, as is the original-to-the-home console that sits near the large window and holds more works by Philip Moulthrop.

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Above: Mulholland tile by Kelly Wearstler for Ann Sacks plays off the Calacatta Lincoln marble counter to create visual drama in the powder room. The etched-glass sconces are

by Apparatus, and the sisal wallcovering is by Thibaut.

Left: The main bedroom shows off a tonal palette. A custom chaise lounge by Barahona Co. offers a feminine counterpoint to the masculine look of the leather benches from Horne.

The channel-tufted headboard, also crafted by Barahona Co., is inspired by the home’s midcentury design, as is the bubble-like chandelier by Apparatus.

Back to the Land Painting teaches artist Karen Smidth to love the landscape of her adopted state.

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ooking at Karen Smidth’s paintings, with their kaleidoscopic coastlines, misty bay views and cotton candylike forests rendered in soft shapes and a joyful palette, it’s hard to imagine the Bay Area-based artist ever felt anything but deep affection for the California landscape.

But when she arrived on the West Coast from Denmark some 30-plus years ago, she was taken aback. “I was mesmerized by the size of California, but it felt too dry here,” she recalls.

“I was homesick for Europe.” She grew up in the Danish countryside, where she would roam through fields and ride her bike in the woods, often stumbling upon old Viking grave sites or remnants of Stone Age villages. “From an early age,

I felt bonded to the land in a deep way— it felt so spiritual,” she says. “I missed my connection to that ancient world.”

Smidth was working as a graphic designer, but lost interest when it became a computer-based profession.

She “floundered a little bit,” took a few drawing classes and eventually found painting, which led her back to the land.

“I started spending more and more time outside,” the artist says. “I took walks every day and something happened—I started developing feelings for California.”

Now Smidth takes regular inspiration trips in her adopted state, driving up and down the coast on Highway 1 or trying to lose her way on the small, winding roads near Santa Barbara. The rocky headlands of Point Reyes are a favorite spot, and the San Francisco Bay, which she can see from her studio, often stars in her work, as does her own garden.

Working from memory and the photos she takes on these trips, Smidth partially abstracts the landscapes, creating scenes “in the mood that I remember, or how I want them to be,” she says, using oil paint on linen canvases she stretches and builds herself.

The colors are lively and evocative, but it’s the shapes of the horizon, the layered clouds and the rolling hills that Smidth takes from each place she depicts. “To me, shapes are more important than color—color is in my head in a different way,” the artist explains.

“I’m painting what I remember.”

Memory is, of course, imperfect— and that’s fine with Smidth. She rarely completely plans a painting, and she’s not trying to create photorealistic vignettes.

Whether it’s a still life of blooms from her garden or a view toward the bay over the rooftops of San Francisco, the same force drives her work: “I’m looking for ultimate peace,” she says.

Artist Karen Smidth’s studio (opposite) displays a work in progress as well as a brightly colored painting entitled All my reds. She works on canvases both large and small (left) and her color palette (below) reflects her own take on the surrounding landscape. #2 Eastern view over SF Bay (bottom) showcases her abstract style.

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Green Acres When a stylish San Francisco couple left the city for a bucolic property in the heart of Napa Valley, they brought the glamour with them.

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Architecture: Fabien Lannoye, Nova Designs + Builds Interior Design: Cindy Bayon, Bayon Design Studio Home Builder: John Schrader, Nova Designs + Builds Landscape Architecture: Katherine Novick, Native Valley Landscape Design

Board-formed-concrete walls separate this Napa home’s front terrace from the motor court. Landscape designer Katherine Novick selected Paloform’s Fold fire table for its “origami-like” design, she says. Around it, designer Cindy Bayon placed Gloster’s Grid sectional sofa, two of Holly Hunt’s woven Scarab lounge chairs and Gloster’s Bells side tables.

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t’s a compelling story oft told on television and in film: Sophisticated city slickers leave downtown for a simple life in the country—but a bit of the glamour sticks, and the inevitable collision of urban polish and rural grit ensues.

When a San Francisco-based husband and wife—a tech entrepreneur and a clothing designer, respectively—decided, somewhat on a whim, to purchase a home flanked by a vineyard and a pasture near Napa’s Silverado Trail, one might have guessed they’d follow this storyline to the letter—especially if one had seen their South of Market condo, which gave ultramodern an opulent twist. But, in this story, city and country never collide. Instead, they coexist.

The couple glamorized the house-in-progress— a collaboration between general contractor John Schrader and residential designer Fabien Lannoye. The clients and their designer, Cindy Bayon, replaced the Cor-Ten steel siding Schrader and Lannoye had planned with sleek panels of sintered stone, emphasizing the modernity of the architecture’s simple, rectilinear forms. Inside, the vaulted ceiling’s beams and trusses were stained an espresso hue for a dramatic contrast with light plaster walls and stone-slab floors. And they made their bedroom suite just as swanky as the city version they left behind with a shimmering wallcovering, crystal-chandeliered closet and bathroom wrapped in rare stone.

The couple preserved the property’s towering oaks, then had landscape designer Katherine Novick cover the grounds with mostly native plantings. They also added the home’s textured limestone exterior walls and standing-seam metal roof, and asked Novick to include a sculptural screen wall, entry gate and fire pit in patinated Cor-Ten steel. “In Napa, the standard aesthetic is very country-like,” the husband says. “We didn’t want to drop alien San Francisco architecture in the middle of this place, but we also didn’t want to go so barn-like.”

But, as Schrader notes, “You can take a barn and make it look very contemporary. If you clad it with something interesting and add flat rooflines and big pocket doors, it starts looking pretty different.” In this case, a pair of 19-footwide pocket doors transform the living and dining rooms into a breezeway between terraces at the

front and back of the dwelling. “In Napa, houses are typically oriented out the back toward the views,” the general contractor adds. “This was unique,” Lannoye explains, “in that we had an opportunity to look out the front toward pastures, and out the back to oak trees and vineyards. That’s what drove us to open up the structure.”

Inside, Bayon added furnishings that nod to the homeowners’ elevated aesthetic and to materials indigenous to the valley. “Their taste is very contemporary, but with this moody edge,” she notes. “The design became a study in contrasts as well as the layering of deep colors and textures.”

In the kitchen, sleek walnut cabinetry, a black steel hood and veined marble countertops create a quiet yet characterful backdrop for a dramatic light sculpture—comprising hundreds of clear and smoky quartz crystals—that seems plucked from an otherworldly forest. “I liked that idea of sourcing from the land,” the wife says. “We asked ourselves, ‘If we brought nature into our home, what would it feel like?’ ” That theme continues throughout the abode.

In the powder room, an illuminated sculpture of gold-plated branches and plants hangs above a concrete trough sink. Metal-coated grapevines accented with porcelain flowers and butterflies flank the living room fireplace. Between the kitchen and dining area, twin curtains of ceramic spheres on oxidized steel chains display the patina of something salvaged from the ocean floor. “It looks like they’ve been collecting little barnacles,” the wife notes.

The furnishings are restrained in design, color and quantity—in deference to artwork, architecture and views. “We look for very specific pieces that fit a room, and then we let them stand alone and breathe,” Bayon says. There’s a swath of red from the family room rug and a burst of orange leather on the living room armchairs.

“My clients’ aesthetic leans more to a restricted palette,” the designer explains. “But every so often, you need something to draw the eye.”

The strongest pull, however, comes from a twin-trunked oak tree, around which the house wraps. “It’s a focal point from multiple angles,” Novick says. “It creates the feeling of this really clean, modern home grounded by something that was always there.” Which is the story these cityturned-country dwellers hoped to tell all along.

“We wanted our new space to feel like it’s a part of everything here,” the wife says. “To just blend in.”

The leather upholstery on B&B Italia’s Grande Papilio armchairs adds a pop of color to the living room’s quiet arrangement of Molteni&C sectionals covered in gray felt. But the stars of this space are the interlocking rings of Christopher Boots’ Oracle light fixture over the dining table as well as the ceramic-sphereand-steel-chain sculptures by artist Kelly Farley.

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Right: What general contractor John Schrader and residential designer Fabien Lannoye had originally envisioned as a wine cellar was transformed into a hidden scullery that holds a sink, dishwasher, ovens and small appliances. Dark-hued Henrybuilt wall panels and shelves contrast with light-colored base cabinets.

The countertop is PaperStone.

Opposite: The kitchen island was designed to look like a solid marble structure; the same stone—fabricated by Fox Marble— was used for the countertops and stove backsplash that rises to meet a custom hood by Chris French Metal, Inc. Christopher Boots’ crystal Meteor pendant doubles as a “sculpture during the day and a glowing light at night,” Bayon says.

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A window wall in the main bedroom is perfectly aligned with the outdoor pool and, just beyond it, a spectacular Coast live oak.

Poliform’s plush Big Bug lounge chair overlooks the vineyard. The metal accent table is by Arteriors and the multitiered Gaia pendant light, featuring solid glass pebbles, is by Ochre. Poe, one of the couple’s cats, enjoys the view.

“ The design became a study in contrasts as well as the layering of deep colors and textures.”

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Right: Chiseled basalt tiles from Stone Fleury create a unified wall of texture in the main bathroom.

What looks like an illuminated makeup mirror is Robern’s clever Uplift Tech cabinet, which can be raised to reveal hidden storage space. The floating walnut vanity

by Henrybuilt is topped with stone from Integrated Resources Group.

Opposite: Zinc Textile’s metallicflecked cork Oolite wallcovering in Night Sky brings glamour to the main bedroom, which Bayon emphasized with Flexform’s sleek Newbridge bed and Ochre’s solidglass Celestial Pebble pendants.

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