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DESIGN PATRICIA FICALORA

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The couture tabletop collection

Lenox is thrilled to partner with Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig to create the Couture Collection of tabletop and gifts. Their beautifully crafted designs are interpreted into elegant American made dinnerware with the same unparalleled level of quality synonymous with Marchesa and Lenox.

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F E A T U R E S WORTH THE WAIT

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Substantive rooms with carefully edited fittings create a grand Baltimore-area home that shines the spotlight on timeless craftsmanship. Written by Lisa Cregan Photography by Gordon Beall STYLE SELECTION This vessel from The Bradburn Company features a rich textural surface and gilded accents. Sumaya Box, $360; elizabethmarshall.com

MIXED MESSAGE

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A full-floor pied-à-terre in a prestigious Chicago building elegantly merges two different decades into one distinct look. Written by Lisa Cregan Photography by Nick Johnson

COTTAGE INDUSTRY

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For this upstate New York dwelling, a talented team looks to the English countryside to create a sense of permanence in a weekend retreat turned full-time home. Written by Caren Kurlander Photography by Antoine Bootz

TIME TRAVELER

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Designer Thomas Jayne covers a lot of ground—from French elegance to Chinese cool—for a gem of an apartment on the Upper West Side. Written by Brielle M. Ferreira Photography by Pieter Estersohn

SWING SHIFT Sophisticated finishes, and Asian-inspired and neo-Traditional European furnishings produce a casually chic Coral Gables stunner fit for a young family of five. Written by Jorge S. Arango Photography by Jessica Klewicki Glynn

ON THE COVER Chicago designer Summer Thornton outfitted the living room of this luxurious adobe with a Bunny Williams table from Lars Bolander N.Y. and Schumacher fabric on the client’s existing chairs. Page 166

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shown: Tracciato Circolo Pattern, Gold on Biancone and Matouche Croco in Charbon

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STYLE SELECTION Scalloped corners create a unique shape for this stylish chair, upholstered in Anna French’s Jack Sack green linen. Stirling Chair, price available to the trade; thibautdesign.com

D E P A R T M E N T S EDITOR’S LETTER

RADAR

A glimpse at current happenings in the world of art, architecture and design.

ON TREND

Look to the softer side of the color wheel as furniture, fashion and jewelry sparkle in demure pastel hues.

SPOTLIGHT

Luxe shares the latest on what’s hot in home design, expressed by fashion’s elite.

STYLE MAKERS

An up-close and personal look at artisans and designers who are transforming the design industry.

KITCHEN AND BATH

Inspiration and ideas for making these practical spaces as chic as the rest of your home.

MATERIAL

Journey across the globe with these offerings of tile and stone that help create our inspirational notebook.

SPECIAL SECTION: ECO

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Discover the people, places and products that are helping to shape the green movement.

GOLD LIST A special compilation of industry professionals previously featured in Luxe.

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MUST-HAVES Contemporary chic meets vintage-inspired in this collection of designs.

1. The Modern Fan Co. produces a line of contemporary ceiling fans, including the Stella shown here in maple with dark bronze motor and hardware (also available in Mahogany). modernfan.com 2. An organic hand wrought blackened iron base supports a solid wood plank top for the Tritan Dining Table by Mattaliano. Custom sizes and finishes available, prices dependent on size. mattaliano.com 3. J. Tribble is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom sink bases and handcrafted cabinetry. With more than 50 styles, their sink bases are an invaluable asset for distinctive homes. jtribble.com

4. All that glitters is black and gold in Marchesa by Lenox Mandarin. Inspired by an elegant Marchesa gown, this bone China design finished with an elegant gold rim exudes true Hollywood glamour. Proudly made in the USA. lenox.com 5. Echoes of industrial detailing and historical references are apparent in Waterworksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Voltaire Bathtub, from its flat rim to its riveted base. The vintage tone is created through a burnished exterior and a wider, welcoming enamel interior. (Primed finish is also available.) waterworks.com

D R A D N A T S G N I T H THE LIG Garrison: Mid-Century-esque glamour modernized for today’s discerning tastes... this gorgeous “art piece” is hand-crafted with quality, high-end materials and accented in old bronze or polished nickel. Refined scallops are a defining feature in both the luminous, white fabric shade and in the crystal accents at the base of each stem.

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talking points. I was recently asked to give a presentation to a group of Boston designers; the topic was mine to choose. Hmm, what to discuss for the hour? I don’t subscribe to design trends, per se, so that was off my list. Art in the home? Too subjective. Color theory? Been there, done that. I had just returned from Marrakech and the Milan Furniture Fair (destinations where creativity flourishes), so my desire was to spur ideas and discuss how to stay curious and excited by design. I adore conversing with designers and artisans who are enthused by what they do. So, my talk began with the subject of PASSION. I know a ton of industry pros whose fierce energy is downright infectious: Jamie Drake, a fervent designer and master colorist. Jiun Ho, who approaches his interiors and furniture collection with great zeal. Clodagh, a one-word wonder, whose work is both mindful and holistic. The list goes on and on… Next, I delved into IMAGINATION. There are endless ways for designers, and homeowners for that matter, to be inspired. Travel! Take a garden tour! Visit a museum! Pin images on Pinterest! Download Instagram! And please, let’s not forget flipping through the pages of design magazines. My talk concluded with the matter of DESIGN, for it’s the creative process—the sketching, the shopping, the installation—that interests me most. What you see on our pages is the end result. Yet getting there, with passion, imagination and design, is where the real thrill lies.

PASSION, IMAGINATION, DESIGN Exciting fabric hanging in Dedar’s Milan showroom; a beautifully designed riad in Marrakech; an imaginatively attired Moroccan woman.

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GLOBAL SATURATION With his recently launched collection for Duralee, textile designer John Robshaw has penned a passionate love letter to the vibrant personalities, exotic locales and indelible encounters he’s experienced on his travels across the Asian continent. Diving headfirst into this latest venture—which includes his inaugural foray into woven designs—Robshaw has scribed an arresting quartet of colorways, from the earthy and engaging tones that thread themselves through Charcoal/Moss Green and the dramatic dyes found in Indigo/Turquoise, to the boldly saturated hues of Madder/Coral and quietly sophisticated shades expressed in Umber/Khaki. The fabrics’ colors, prints and textures are imbued with Robshaw’s inquisitive, adventurous spirit, and speak to venerated traditional techniques and diverse cultural histories. “My work has always had a strong artsy-ethnic bent,” says Robshaw. “This collection really articulates that small-batch, hand-loomed and -blocked prints vibe.” duralee.com; johnrobshaw.com

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INDUSTRIAL ELEMENTS Renowned architecture outfit Marmol Radziner has taken its modernist, sustainably minded approach to design and applied it to jewelry. Spare of material and form, the simplicity of the commercial-grade brass and bronze rings, pendants and bracelets—forged in the same studio where the firm’s architectural models and details are made—reflect a purity of style embraced by design principal Ron Radziner. shop.marmol-radziner.com

Furthering the work of its late namesake founder, Donghia continues to push the design envelope with new offerings that are at once innovative yet classic. To wit: the Acadia end table, designed by Joseph Jeup with a glass top and starburst pattern wood shelf; the geometric Forma table, shown here clustered into a larger configuration; and the 12-arm, smoked Murano glass Fontana chandelier. donghia.com

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Susanna Salk knows good design when she sees it. In her latest title, Be Your Own Decorator: Taking Inspiration and Cues from Today’s Top Designers, she presents the design guidelines she’s gleaned from the greats. Color hints from Miles Redd. Fearlessly breaking the rules according to Peter Dunham. And the art of accessorizing as illustrated on the book’s cover by Stephen Shubel, who used multiple mirrors and a light palette to visually add volume to his studio. Go ahead and be inspired. We are. rizzoliusa.com

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SUGAR RUSH With a name like Candy, Studio Roeper’s newly introduced coffee table is definitely all parts sweet. Whipped up using a combination of components, including 83 sheets of silver leaf, a quart of crystal clear epoxy, black lacquer and two sumptuous hides from Edelman Leather, the curvy, eye-catching piece is a departure from the mostly linear offerings of the brand. “The leather on this table dictated the form, as it begged to be stretched around something with a bend,” says company founder and senior craftsman Florian Roeper. “A cylinder was not very compelling to me, so I opted for a teardrop shape. It is powerful and dynamic, yet calm; it’s like a glossy, sweet treat, carefully wrapped and ready to be consumed.” studioroeper.com

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HEAD TURNER Art aficionados and antiques enthusiasts converge in Maastricht, Limburg, every spring for The European Fine Art Fair. Recognized globally for its unparalleled offering of works by the Old Masters, TEFAF rounds out its extensive collection of 13th- to 19th-century pieces with modern paintings, fine jewelry and one-of-a-kind sculpture, such as Manolo Valdés’ Ariela, shown. tefaf.com

SAN FRANCISCO

TRAVEL AGENT Informed by the raucous markets, sweeping plains and glittering deserts of Africa, interior designer Suzanne Tucker’s latest textile journal, the Caravan Collection, speaks volumes. A covetable grouping of fabrics that includes a luscious silk jacquard calling out the rich colors of a Moroccan bazaar; whisper-soft herringbone weaves that conjure up the sands of the Sahara; and opulent velvets that suggest the simple beauty found in the crisscrossing lines of an African trade basket, every page of Tucker’s travelogue engages and enthralls. suzannetuckerhome.com

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WATER MARK Presented at High Point’s spring market, Lexington’s Aquarius line consists of over 100 striking case goods and custom upholstered seating pieces, brought to being specifically to serve as interior eye candy. Extravagantly crafted using a laundry list of plush materials, such as faux shagreen, antique mirror, polished stainless steel, colored glass, zebrawood veneers and sleek red lacquer (shown on the Orion chest, which features contrasting polished brass hardware and Art Deco-inspired feet), the handcrafted collection offers a distinct selection of statement-making visual signatures guaranteed to draw the eye and jump-start a conversation. lexington.com

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Known for its breathtaking views of the nation’s capital, the rooftop at the Hay-Adams has undergone an impressive redesign, helmed by native son Thomas Pheasant. Transformed into a glamorous, five-room entertaining space (the Jefferson Room is shown), the Top of the Hay is now defined by custom carpets and furnishings, and luxurious Scalamandré fabrics that bask in the light streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows of its wraparound terrace. hayadams.com

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HAUTE HEELS Just when we thought fashion couldn’t get any more forward, Prada revs up its repertoire and releases its spring 2012 line of fabulously eccentric women’s clothing, accessories and shoes. Like the rest of its fleet, the glossy leather example shown here—though it wears a delicately feminine touch of floral detailing—gives a macho nod to the hot rods of the 1950s with its flame-shaped straps, chrome fin-like heel and playful brake light. Surely the collection’s cool quotient will convince men everywhere that women really do need an obscene amount of shoes. prada.com

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RELAXATION TECHNIQUES Tucson’s award-winning Miraval resort recently introduced its state-of-the-art Life in Balance Spa. Incorporating elements of stone, glass, water and fire that echo the desert landscape, New York interiors firm Clodagh Design and West Coast-based Mithun Architects came together to concept the ideal backdrop for cutting-edge spa treatments and skincare regimens by luxury brand Clarins. miravalresorts.com

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3 MINT JULEP Jonathan Adler’s daybed— dressed in mint green Stockholm Glacier fabric—softly whispers relaxation. Lampert Lounger, $2,495; jonathanadler.com

BLUSH STROKES Step into summer with this patent leather Mary Jane pump flaunting a contrasting cap toe and Blush Aniline complexion. Capsize, $375; stuartweitzman.com

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12 PIECE BY PIECE Sara Baldwin expresses her fascination with the sky in New Ravenna Mosaics’ handcrafted fine art collage of jewel glass. Blue Sky, price available upon request; newravenna.com

11 EYE CANDY See and be seen this season in Bulgari’s fashionably eccentric pink acetate specs embellished with green enamel and white agate. Cocktail Optical Frames, Reference 4052B.5213, $465; bulgari.com

9 DRAMA CLASS Designer Marjorie Skouras injected this lustrous mirror-and-glass table with a shot of baby blue to create its ever-present Old Hollywood glamour allure. Mombo Bunching Table, $1,350; curreyandcompany.com

10 PINK SLIP Britt Albright of HFI Brands designed this rosy seat for Lilly Pulitzer Home; Altizer & Co. fabric dresses the chair and a Lee Jofa textile wraps the accent pillow. Tessa Chair, $2,972; lillypulitzerhome.com

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STUD MUFFIN The pretty-in-pink charm of this satchel gets just the right amount of edge with dazzling aqua-toned stud detailing. Prada Saffiano Lux Bag, $3,990; prada.com

18 SEE THROUGH Illuminate a room with Besa Lighting’s handcrafted opal glass fixture, with shades available in clear or transparent amethyst, olive and brandy palettes. Pahu One Light Pendant with Flat Canopy, priced from $423; wayfair.com

13 DRESS SHOP A photograph she once saw of Betsey Johnson’s New York bedroom filled with flapper dresses inspired Tracy Kendall to create this scintillating wallpaper with hand-applied sequins. Large Sequins, price available to the trade; tracykendall.com

DOUBLE AGENT Karim Rashid’s glazed ceramics for Bitossi Ceramiche offer a whimsical approach whether you’re in need of a playful paperweight or quirky candlestick. Bitossi Ikon Collection, price available upon request; bitossiceramiche.it/bitossi

16 14 NAIL DOWN Thanks to the non-toxic and solvent-free formula of Scotch Naturals’ nail polish, beauty-conscious women can both look good and feel good. WaterColors Collection, Celtic Mix, $14.99; scotchnaturals.com

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“This piece is pure jewelry for the home; perfect over an antique wood kitchen table. Lending itself to a modern-rustic feel, we love the material mix.”

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“I was born to do this,” asserts Megan Winters, chief creative officer, designer and co-owner of Megan Winters Atelier and Maison in Lake Forest. “It’s in my blood, heart and soul; it’s my entire being.” Inspired by the artistry of fashion and the grandeur of France and the neoclassical period, Winters, a

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former investment banker and packaging executive, launched her eponymous design studio and boutique in the fall of 2011 at the urging of friends. Challenging her clients and herself to create, live and shop with a vivacious abandonment, she forsakes trends in favor of rich colors, luxurious materials and styles with inherent purpose. “My work evolves with the industry but certainly doesn’t depend on the latest ‘anything’ for success,” she explains. Brimming with the perfect balance of must-have goodies and unique heirlooms, Maison is filled with custom-designed furniture, new and antique art, lighting, floorcoverings and accessories. “I import lots of pieces from Europe that are one-of-a-kind, found items,” says Winters. “I think that’s what helps make the shop so special.” meganwinters.com; 847.295.1675

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MEGAN WINTERS My work is… Fearless, modern and glamorous; playful sophisticate meets eternal optimist.

Design icons: Coco Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld; Ralph Lauren for his timelessness and broad range of gorgeousness; and Yves Saint Laurent, Lanvin and Céline. I’ve also recently come to love Belgian designer Natan for his simple yet couture-like shapes.

Favorite decorating sources: I love Mecox Gardens because their mix is eclectic, timeless and chic all at once. I also adore Hollyhock, Moss, Carolyne Roehm and, of course, the Paris auctions and flea markets.

Keep an eye on: Kathryn McCoy is absolutely amazing. She takes stones like agate, crystal and quartz to facet the most spectacular boxes I’ve ever seen.

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PORTRAIT: STEPHEN DANELIAN. OPPOSITE: LULU POWERS. TOP RIGHT: JIM D’ANGELO.

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“I love to inspire people,” says whirlwind event planner Lulu Powers, who gets a big kick out of passing on the creative torch. “If you can teach someone to do something—and give them the confidence to do it—that’s great.” Opposite: A tablescape from a recent Powers-fueled event.

“Fun, colorful and chic.” They’re three words Los Angeles caterer and event planner Lulu Powers uses to describe her work and—as you’ll realize after spending just one minute with her—they’re a spot-on characterization of the woman herself. A bundle of creative energy, Powers always has a wealth of ideas on tap that she is quick to share with her clientele when dreaming up their latest fête. She gets it, she says, from “my parents, and especially my mom. She has an almost instinctual knack for tablescapes; she can

Celebrity chef David Burke’s new line of non-alcoholic sparkling beverages, 12NtM, is on Los Angeles event planner Lulu Powers’ must-try list.

make anything look good.” Having segued from private chef-to-the-stars to high-profile event planner, mentor (Powers teaches private cooking classes) and book author, the inventive yet practical Powers—a favorite table setting involves personal notes etched across colorful constructionpaper placemats—tackles it all with the same carefree, no-hassle approach. “So many people are scared of entertaining, but it’s easy to be a good host,” she says. “You just need to make people feel special; that’s what they’ll remember.” lulupowers.com; 323.935.1337

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LULU POWERS I got started… As a private chef when I was 15. I was working for cookbook author Sarah Leah Chase, who had a fantastic takeout shop on Nantucket (I spent my summers there), and when a client told her he needed a chef, she said, “Oh, one of those Powers girls can do it.”

Greatest influences: My mother and father, definitely. They were both really good cooks and incredible hosts, and they taught me that nothing you do in the kitchen is wrong. My mom always says, “Fear is like fire—you either cook with it or you let it burn you.” Can you imagine?

Favorite color: I love orange! It’s cheerful and goes with just about everything.

Go-to host gift: Either a batch of cookies, some new food product I’ve found that I can’t live without—I’ve just discovered a great nonalcoholic beverage called 12NtM that you can mix with practically anything—or Peter Luger steak sauce. LUXE INTERIORS

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“I love the physicality of the glassblowing process,” says artist Tracy Glover, shown here at the Cliff Young showroom in New York. “You’re skirting danger, depending on how things go.” Opposite: A detail shot of Silver Lining, a new pendant Glover debuted at ICFF. The colors were inspired, she says, by the work of John Constable and J.M.W. Turner.

It was a grainy black-and-white photograph in a college catalog that changed Tracy Glover’s life. An architecture student at the time, Glover was searching for something more immediate than the years-long commitment it could take to see her work realized. “So, I was considering a switch to art school,” she recalls. “When I came across that picture of someone blowing glass—it was so industrial and physical looking—I just had to try it.” Try it she did, and fell in love with the craft. “As I spent time with the material, I became

An apple green Iitalla glass bowl. Tracy Glover spent her childhood surrounded by pieces from the design firm, thanks to her Finnish mother.

even more enamored of the reflective properties of glass, and of how colors overlap to create new ones.” Today, Glover, an avid oarsman, rises most days before dawn to slice her way through the water before heading to her Pawtucket, Rhode Island, studio, communing with her surroundings and taking mental snapshots of what she sees, much of which informs her work. “I watch light moving on the water and the bubbles generated in my wake,” says Glover, “and I think about how those visual effects can be translated into glass.” tracygloverstudio.com; 401.724.1100

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TR ACY GLOVER What’s inspiring you now? My husband and I recently bought a 1910 bungalow near the water, and the lack of light fixtures has led to a new collection of sconces and a pendant, Silver Lining, that debuted at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair.

How did you start rowing? I turned 30 and tried it as a lark, and I loved it so much that I kept going. The rowing community here in Rhode Island is small but varied. We have chefs at four-star restaurants, educators at Brown University and RISD, nurses...it’s a really creative, interesting group of people, and rowing is a great way to start my day.

Design icons: My mother is Finnish, so we had a lot of Scandinavian design in our house, like Marimekko and Iittala glass. I think the Finns use color in a very playful way that works with the simplicity of their designs.

I just read… Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, by Ransom Riggs. The way the author used vintage photographs to help tell the story was very clever. LUXE INTERIORS

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OPEN CALLS Just like an occasional argument is necessary to strengthen a relationship by creating a situation where compromise can flourish, the same is true with design. This elegant kitchen in Seattle is the perfect example of how two varying viewpoints can result in a unified vision that transcends both of the original ideas. Architects Amy Janof and Helen Hald served as mediators for a husband and wife who were after an “industrial look” and a “warm, feminine aesthetic,” respectively. “We worked very closely with them,” says Janof. “They weren’t in total agreement at the beginning of the project, but we were able to meld together what they both wanted—an industrial, raw ceiling and black-paned windows for the husband and a pretty Ochre chandelier and beautiful Calacatta marble countertops for the wife.” The result is a space at the heart of the home’s open floor plan that combines sleek, modern design with retro sensibilities to great effect.

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1 FRENCH KISS Award-winning blogger Béatrice Peltre moves her culinary creations off the web and onto bookshelves. La Tartine Gourmande, $35; roostbooks.com

6 PINKY UP Anthropologie puts a fun spin on traditional lighting with this sweet chandelier. Tea Time Chandelier, $1,800; anthropologie.com

5 BOWLED OVER Lesley Anton’s handmade ice cream bowls pair matteglazed porcelain in soft hues with an edgy machine-carved lip. Machine Bowls in Minty Matte, Frost and Celedon, $36; lesleyanton.com

2 TO A TEA The quirky silhouette of this teakettle from Hering Berlin makes it a great conversation piece. 403_010_00, price available upon request; heringberlin.com

4 PETAL PRINCIPLES This floral arrangement from Diane James is refreshing with its bright orange and yellow blooms. Happy Poppy Bouquet, $365; dianejames.com

3 À LA CART Designed by John Boos, this butcher-block cart is an ideal solution for kitchens short on counter space and storage. Boos End-Grain Butcher Block Culinary Cart, $2,099; williams-sonoma.com

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7 FRESH SQUEEZED This gadget by Omega may be compact, but it packs quite the nutritional punch with its low-speed juicing system that preserves healthy enzymes during extraction. Vert VRT350 Juicer, $380; omegajuicers.com

8 RIGHT DRESSING

Bring something new to the table with the curvaceous design of this oil-and-vinegar set. Menu Pipette Glass with Tray, price available upon request; creativedanes.com

IN PRINT This perky pattern from Galbraith & Paul, printed on white linen, is specially suited to add a little whimsical charm to warm, wooden spaces. Tangerine Spring Garden, $130 per yard; galbraithandpaul.com

11 WHALE OF A TIME Designed by David Mayhew, the playful and unexpected silhouette of this bamboo tong brings a sense of humor to salad. Whale Tong, $25; designhousestockholm.com

10 9 PALETTE PLEASER The sunny interior hue of this stoneware from CB2 makes a bold statement when paired with its matte gray-brown exterior. Grass Roots Dinnerware, priced from $4; cb2.com

NEW CLASSIC A reproduction of a classic draftsmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stool brings a dose of industrial flair to the kitchen. Vintage Toledo Barstool in Polished Chrome, $315; restorationhardware.com

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POINT OF VIEW IT WAS TRUE, FOR A LONG TIME, THAT THE ONLY WATER VIEWS YOU GOT WHILE IN THE BATHROOM WERE WHEN THE TUB WAS FULL. TODAY, HOWEVER, LARGER LAYOUTS AND OPENING UP THE SPACE TO THE OUTDOORS ESTABLISH A SPECIAL COMMUNION WITH THE OUTSIDE WORLD.

ON LOCATION Though the homeowners of a newly constructed modern gem could have chosen to build their family retreat anywhere, they chose Montauk, New York, with its unpredictable weather but gorgeous landscape. In fact, their love of the sleepy, seaside town is such that it became the basis for everything architect Paul Masi incorporated into his ambitious design. No place in the home, though, is a better homage to the location than the master bathroom—with its sliding pocket doors that open to a deck with stunning water views on one end of the room and an outdoor shower that encourages moonlight reverie on the other. “Everything we did was in an effort to pick up on cues they loved so much about the area,” explains Masi. “The colors we used are ones that show up on the beach here; we even steamed the floor and spent a lot of time developing a salt solution to patina the ceiling to get it the perfect color of driftwood.”

“Homeowners should create a hierarchy of how they want to live and what’s most important to them and distill it all into simple, strong ideas.” Paul Masi, Bates Masi Architects LLC Sag Harbor, NY

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1 MAGIC POTION The soothing formula of this lavender hand cream heals chapped hands while its packaging brings pretty design to the bath. Panier Des Sens Relaxing Lavender Hand Cream, $15; gracioushome.com

6 ABOUT FACE The large face of this elegant showerhead from Kohler delivers a unique spray experience while its chrome good looks provide distinctive aesthetics. Traditional 12â&#x20AC;? Round Rain Showerhead, $746; us.kohler.com

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5 REAL STEEL From the archives of legendary designer Verner Panton, this stainless-steel tray was recently reissued by Georg Jensen and makes a powerful statement in any room. Panton Tray, Small, $125; georgjensen.com

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3 TABLED DISCUSSION This little iron table with a distressed, hammered finish is perfect for providing a bit of sculptural interest to the bath and for displaying soaps or freshly cut flowers. Gazelle Side Table, $1,200; dwellstudio.com

Using the traditional handweaving techniques of the women in Thies, Senegal, this multipurpose basket is made from recycled plastic and cattails, and is offered in an array of colors. Graphic Lidded Basket, $149; westelm.com

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12 7 REFLECTIVE MEASURES An inspired take on the popular sunburst mirror, this gorgeous accent piece dazzles. Quoizel Contemporary Mirror 39” Gold Finish, $525; gracioushome.com

FULL LATHER Jojoba oil, honey and a pleasing eucalyptus scent team up for a soap that is great for the skin and the spirits. Eucalyptus Bar Soap, $13; thymes.com

The gently winding pattern of this handsome lavender mosaic from New Ravenna provides an illusion of movement in smaller spaces. Jacqueline Vine, price available upon request; newravenna.com

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8 SITTING PRETTY Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1953, this birch stool’s crisp and functional design remains relevant even today. Tale Stool, $995; hivemodern.com

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This crafty catchall from Hering Berlin works well as a place to house errant earrings or rings with flourish. 526_010_00, price available upon request; heringberlin.com

10 PAIR OFF From Waterworks, the company’s Larsen console and lavatory pair beautifully for a Zen look. Larsen Wood Four Leg Single Console and Larsen Rectangular Deck Mounted Porcelain Lavatory, price available upon request; waterworks.com

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Top from left: Batons, shown in Karmel, from the Specialty Tile Collection, BonTon Designs, priced from $75 per square foot, bontondesigns.com; Mediterraneo, shown in Capri Bianco/Blu, Cedir, price available upon request, cedir.it; Bottom from left: Metrix Stick Liner, from the Waterworks Studio Metrix Collection, $5 per piece, waterworks.com; Fan, shown in Oriental Red, Oxford, Gray & White, from the Shapes Series, Tabarka Studio, price available upon request, tabarkastudio.com; Opposite from left: Hindi Azzurro, from the Gold Collection, Cotto Veneto, price available upon request, cottovenetogroup.it; Red Infinity, shown in Red, from the Emphasis Collection, Dune through Fractured Earth Tile & Stone, price available to the trade, fracturedearth.com, dune.es; Rings, shown in Colorway 3, from the Kibak Fundamentals Collection, by Susanne Kibak Redfield for Kibak Tile, price available to the trade, kibaktile.com

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Reclaimed grapia wood forms the tops of these exquisite side tables, integrating a natural component to any home. Bolacha Side Table Bronze & Aluminum Set, price available upon request; rotsenfurniture.com

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Strips of sustainably grown and harvested rattan core are woven around a Moorishinfluenced frame to offer an alternative yet artful light fixture. Calabash Hanging Pendant, $325; selamatdesigns.com

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Artist Matt Torrens gave a second chance to everyday materials, including driftwood, recycled tin and a 100-year-old bronze base, to create this rotating piece of art inspired by the fine lines of an equine figure. American Express, $21,000; matttorrens.com

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Hand-carved onto three raised-wood panels and expressed in a yellow finish, these artful chevron stripes impart the perfect punch of architectural detailing to any wall. Zig Zag Panels, price available upon request; selamatdesigns.com

Designer-architect Patricia Urquiola tips her hat to the past as she references a nostalgic design of curls and spirals when creating this delicate perch produced from recyclable, handcrafted woven steel mesh. Emu Re-Trouvé High Back Chair, $1,099; coalesse.com

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Put a little prep in your step with Manolo Blahnik’s eco-friendly stilettos— exclusively designed for the socially conscious M.Patmos—contrived of discarded tilapia skin, cork and raffia. Manolo Blahnik for M.Patmos, price available upon request; mpatmos.com

Inspired by antique wine bottles, Cisco Pinedo’s crisp handblown glass table lamp was crafted using local resources and offers lowvoltage capabilities. Jug Table Lamp, price available upon request; ciscobrothers.com

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Vivien Durisotti and Antoine Fritsch crafted this experimental tricycle from bamboo and rattan as a reflection of non-polluting transportation methods. The Carrier-Tricycle, price available upon request; fritsch-durisotti.com

Starre Vartan shows readers a multitude of ways to be ecologically smart while maintaining a stylish and trendsetting vibe in this book printed on recycled paper. The Eco Chick Guide to Life, $18.99; us.macmillan.com

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Vintage, reclaimed materials sourced from a closed jewelry factory are the basis of Susan Domelsmith’s fashionable bracelet, influenced by the way light filters through ice crystals. Crystalline Bracelet, $140; dirtylibrarianchains.com

5 SMELL THE ROSES

Portraying a modern interpretation of vintage botanical portraits, Stella McCartney’s intoxicating fragrance uses raw materials and extracting methods that protect plant life. Stella The Print Collection, $52; sephora.com

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With a kiln-dried hardwood frame that is conscious of the environment, this gunmetal gray chair with tapered wooden legs introduces a dash of elegance to any room. Adele Leather Barrel Chair, priced from $1,650; mgbwhome.com

Lanvin jewelry from the 1930s mixed with a medieval flair resonated with Lindsey Adelman when creating this impactful light fixture designed and manufactured in the company’s Manhattan studio. Burst, $33,000; lindseyadelman.com

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Post-consumer recycled aluminum never looked so sleek. Designer William Harvey used the material to forge sustainable hardware inspired by man-made water channels. Arroyo Collection, price available upon request; duverre.com

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How does the geothermal system work?

HERS is a national standard for measuring the efficiency of a home similar to the mile-per-gallon rating for a car. The rating quantifies the energy performance of a home, so it is easy to compare the stats from different homes. A HERS index of 100 is what a standard built-to-code new home would score, while a net-zero energy home would score 0, and older, poorly built homes could have a rating of more than 150. So, much like golf, the lower the number, the better.

We tap the earth’s energy by drilling wells that are 450 to 550 feet deep and connect them to a heat pump. In the winter, the pump pulls heat from the ground, and in the summer, it pushes heat back underground. The pump also provides hot water to the house. There is a backup boiler, either oil or propane, that is used in the case of emergencies or moderate temperatures when the pump isn’t heating or cooling the house.

How does the home get its HERS score? A certified energy auditor, called a rater, examines construction plans to identify the efficiency of proposed insulation, windows, heating and cooling equipment, wall-to-window ratios and other aspects affecting the performance of the house. The rater then conducts an on-site inspection and performs a blower door test that measures the leakiness of the house. The final report includes not only the HERS rating but also the home’s annual energy cost estimate.

Jeremi Jablonski may often be smiling, but he is very serious about making geothermal HVAC systems a cornerstone of each project.

How does HERS fit in with the Energy Star rating? ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program whose strict guidelines for energy efficiency are set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Homes with a HERS rating of 85 or less qualify for an ENERGY STAR certificate. The certificate is used in determining eligibility for many programs, including local and federal tax credits.

Is HERS restricted to new homes? No. We have introduced this program to all major renovation projects. It is very exciting to restore a vintage house and to see the HERS ratings coming very close to the numbers you would expect in new construction.

How much does a geothermal system cost? It is a little more costly to install than a conventional heating and cooling system because you have to drill wells, but the U.S. Department of Energy recognizes the geothermal heating and cooling system as the most efficient technology available and gives a 30 percent tax credit for installation.

Is this the technology of the future? No, this is the technology of today! At Jablonski Associates, we believe that geothermal will soon become a standard installation in most new homes and renovations. We are

How can you lower a home’s HERS rating?

excited to offer this technology to our clients because

Foam insulation, energy-efficient windows and converting to a geothermal energy system for heating and cooling are key.

we are saving money, saving the environment from fuel emission and also teaching our kids to live responsibly.

LEFT: This 1907 Greenwich, Connecticut home underwent a complete renovation and received an ENERGY STAR certification with a HERS index rating of 49. ABOVE: The ENERGY STAR rating should be a starting point for any discussion about energy efficiency. We use it as a great performance-measuring tool. Homes built under the ENERGY STAR certification program provide the owners not only with low running costs but also with significant tax incentives.

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“It’s so inspiring to see what other designers and manufacturers are producing in a sustainable way. Pick a favorite? I could never!” K E L LY L A P L A N T E K E L LY L A P L A N T E L L C

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“ECO DESIGN IS NO LONGER AN A F T E R T H O U G H T. FOR US, IT IS AN I N T E G R AT I V E WAY OF THINKING.” D E LTA W R I G H T , C U R AT E D

“I love seeing a successful design and having that ah-ha moment as I realize that which I am admiring was once something else entirely.” T R ACY G LOV E R , T R ACY G LOV E R O BJ E CT S A N D L I G H T I N G

“Today, when sustainable practices are becoming popular in the corporate world, we are proud to say that this has been our practice for the past 20 years.” MAGGIE AMIR, CAESARSTONE

“Among green products, we are big proponents of Benjamin Moore’s Aura paint line, which offers

“Shop vintage!” ANNA BURKE KEMBLE INTERIORS

rich hues without any toxic fumes. Eco design is here to stay and much more than a passing fad.” THOMAS A. KLIGERMAN IKE KLIGERMAN BARKLEY ARCHITECTS

“Green building shouldn’t be seen as a limitation; it should inspire better designs. ” ERIC COREY FREED, ORGANICARCHITECT

“DESIGN FOR ME IS ABOUT BEING CONSCIOUS OF THE WORLD, BEAUTY, CRAFTSMANSHIP AND THE IMPACT WE HAVE ON OUR SPACE.” KATERINA TANA, KATERINA TANA DESIGN

“IF WE REALLY STEP BACK AND MAKE SMART DECISIONS REGARDING HOW WE RUN OUR BUSINESSES, THE EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT CAN BE MONUMENTAL!” B A R CL AY B UTER A , B A R CL AY B UTER A

“Sustaining the artists and craftspeople of the decoration world is a timeless tradition, hopefully soon to become a modern trend!” ALLISON CACCOMA, CACCOMA INTERIORS

“ECO IS A MINDSET.” MARIA YEE, MARIA YEE, INC.

“Styles come and go, but finding good, credible sources for sustainable, raw materials is the foundation Four Hands strives to build from.” ANNA OGDEN, FOUR HANDS

“REUSING THOSE HEIRLOOMS YOU CHERISHED GROWING UP IS A TIMELESS DESIGN TREND AND PERFECT WAY TO REMAIN ECOFRIENDLY. THESE PIECES PROVIDE GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO REINTRODUCE LIFE WITH A FRESH NEW LOOK.” E I L E E N K AT H R Y N B O Y D E I L E E N K AT H R Y N B O Y D I N T E R I O R S

“If you buy new furniture, make it something of good quality that you can grow with. Trends come and go, but furniture should not be disposable.”

“I AM A RECYCLER BY INCLINATION GIVEN MY PROPENSITY FOR ANTIQUES AND ALLTHINGS R E C L A I M E D .” DARRYL CARTER DARRYL CARTER, INC.

“What better way to reduce your carbon footprint and add character to your space than by incorporating beautiful vintage furniture and objects into your home?” JAMIE DRAKE DRAKE DESIGN A S S O C I AT E S

BUNNY WILLIAMS BEELINE HOME BY BUNNY WILLIAMS

“I just love to reuse, renew and refresh a vintage piece of furniture. Recently, I found a wood coffee table and sent it to the auto body shop to get lacquered up in a summery orange.” “THE ECO-FRIENDLY CHRISTOPHER COLEMAN CHRISTOPHER COLEMAN INTERIOR DESIGN

“Using vintage and antique pieces helps ke e p l o c a l t r a d e s a l i v e fo r re f i n i s h e r s , d e c o r a t i v e p a i n t e r s a n d u p h o l s t e re r s . ” M A R A M I L L E R , C A R R I E R & C O M PA N Y

INFLUENCE ON HOME DESIGN IS NOT ONLY TRENDY, IT’S SMART! HOME TRENDS TEND TO FOLLOW FASHION, BUT AS FAR AS T HE ECO MOVEMENT MOVEMEN T IS CONCERNED, IT I T ’S DESIGNERS, ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS LEADING THE WAY.” T O B I FA I R L E Y T O B I FA I R L E Y I N T E R I O R DESIGN

PROMOTION

ECO MUST-HAVES Make a statement of sustainability with any of these standout designs.

1. Heatscope is a zero-light electric infrared heater that is aesthetically appealing and complements any décor. Heatscope produces directional heat without emitting any greenhouse gases. Manufactured in Germany. greenchance.net 2. NEOZ Cordless Lamps, rechargeable, battery-powered, dimmable. Combining award-winning design, exceptional light quality and highest quality components— these luminaries create the finest ambience. “Be seen in the best light.” greenchance.net

3. A breathtaking fusion of art and technology, ThinkGlass countertops are naturally luminescent. Made from 100 percent recyclable glass using sustainable practices. A dramatic style statement in any space. Price upon request. thinkglass.com

PROMOTION

ECO MUST-HAVES Simple elegance adds versatility to these designs, making them suitable for both modern and traditional settings.

1. Modern meets luxury with Tilde’s ‘56 Buffet. Full customization makes it suitable for dining, media, and bedroom. From server to chest of drawers, anything is possible. Pricing upon request. tildefurniture.com 2. Sustainable hardware at its finest. Designed by William Harvey for Du Verre, the Arroyo Collection is crafted entirely from recycled aluminum in rich finishes of satin nickel, oil rubbed bronze and white. Priced from $22–$125. duverre.com 3. The elegant Toulouse freestanding bath from Victoria + Albert keeps water warm longer due to its unique ENGLISHCAST® construction rich in volcanic limestone. Naturally insulating and highly durable. Priced at $5,000. vandabaths.com

Renewal SERIES

Awaken the spirit and rejuvenate the senses with the fresh beauty of natural bamboo. Native Trails combines bambooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inherently sustainable properties with hand hammered, recycled copper.

Artisan Crafted |Inspired Design

www.nativetrails.net

800.786.0862

ECO

“Every material should be environmentally conscious, interesting, tactile and unpredictable.”

U P C LO S E

1 FOCAL POINT

Noho Double Torchiere Sconce for Visual Comfort, price available upon request; clodaghcollection.com

2 WORLDLY POSSESSION

Global Passage, price available upon request; duralee.com DESIGNER » CLODAGH

life force 3

TURN DIAL

Touch by Clodagh Series for Watermark Designs, price available upon request; clodaghcollection.com

HAUTE SEAT

BLUE CRUSH

Spa Side and Arm Chairs, price available upon request; dennismiller.com

Tucson Collection, price available upon request; bentleyprincestreet.com

PORTRAIT: JONATHAN BECKERMAN.

It’s fitting that the doyenne of sustainable interior design, who goes by a singular moniker, was named after a picturesque river in Ireland. Like the natural resource, Irish-born Clodagh has a spiritual, down-to-earth manner; she gushes when the subject turns to mindful environmental designs. “In order to create authentic design, every material should be environmentally conscious, interesting, tactile and unpredictable,” she says. “And I should know where it comes from.” Clodagh practices what she preaches: feng shui, integrative medicine, a vegan diet and giving back to communities. The sybaritic spaces she designs—spas, residences, hotels—are intended to “heal the spirit” through peace, balance and harmony. They’re also incredibly stylish. Over the course of her nearly 30-year career, the prolific designer has created textiles, furniture, lighting and accessories (a sampling shown here) for some of the biggest brands in the business; each piece integrated with beauty, utility and sustainability. When it comes to the latest offerings, Clodagh is most excited about the next generation of lithium-ion batteries. “They are safer and greener than other batteries on the market, and run longer, last longer and charge faster.” clodagh.com

THE NEW ERA OF

GREEN COUNTERTOPS

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ECO UP CLOSE

ARCHITECTS » LAKE FLATO

brilliant and bold

1 CREATIVE STREAM

“We try to make every project LEED certified because that is the language we speak.”

“Not knowing all the rules can be a huge advantage,” states Ted Flato, half of the architectural power team that is Lake|Flato Architects. David Lake and Flato always knew they wanted to make an impact on their field but were blindsided by the enormous success they achieved by merely “building smart.” These native Texans firmly “believed in making longlasting buildings that result naturally in energy conservation.” Inspired by early vernacular architecture, the two quickly gravitated toward the science behind building rather than being servants to style, which led the pair to concentrate on environmental and ecological developments surrounding each project. Lake and Flato create engaging spaces that connect effortlessly to the outdoors and it is this practice that has allowed them to build their philosophy, test it and grow. Today, Lake|Flato is home to more than 65 architects, each placing collaboration on the highest pedestal. Among them is Heather Holdridge, a mechanical engineer who ensures proper execution, and partner Bob Harris, who specializes in sustainability. lakeflato.com

PRIVATE RESIDENCE LAKE AUSTIN, TEXAS

“Sustainability became a by-product of smart building.“

ON THE EDGE

DESERT DIVINE

“Creating homes that completely utilized their full potential is an exciting adventure.”

“Every project begins with an observation and connection to that particular environment.”

RIVERCAMPS AT CROOKED CREEK PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA

PRIVATE RESIDENCE SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA

4 INDUSTRY CHIC

“Local materials are a huge advantage for us—both in cost and quality. It provides an opportunity to work with new products.” WORLD BIRDING CENTER EDINBURG, TEXAS

PORTRAIT: DARREN CARROLL.

ECO UP CLOSE

FURNITURE DESIGNER » TUCKER ROBBINS

pursuit of happiness

BANGLE CHAIR

Hand-carved by artisans in West Africa from trunks of coffee shade trees, this pattern nods to the circle of life.

3 SNAKA WAKA

The Bamun carvers of Cameroon crafted these sculptures from the branches of a coffee shade tree.

4 2 PORCELAIN SPIDER’S NEST SIDE TABLE/STOOL

With a design representing community, this piece was reinterpreted in Peruvian porcelain.

SOIL TILLERS/ PINWHEELS

These tillers— salvaged farm implements—once turned sandy soil during the early 20th century.

"“I'm in paradise when people work in harmony with each other and the environment.“ PORTRAIT: JONATHAN BECKERMAN. PRODUCTS: COURTESY TUCKER ROBBINS.

“I’m in paradise when people work in harmony with each other and the environment,” states New York-based furniture designer Tucker Robbins. “The essence of my work and where my heart lies is in people; I want to empower them.” Originally from Fairfield, Connecticut, and set to attend Yale, Robbins’ life instead took a different path after living with Mayan weavers for a time, and becoming inspired by the beauty of their culture. “I yearned to find a way to build bridges between disparate civilizations,” he explains about what sparked him to design sustainable and responsible furniture. The pieces he fashions from salvaged and recycled rain forest timbers reflect the world their materials came from and honor the society’s artisans and history. “It’s hard for people to imagine that an object they are receiving had a life before that point,” Robbins notes. “To bring that work to New York reminds myself and the people around me of our need for relevance in this life.” tuckerrobbins.com

VISION HOUSE

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LOS ANGELES

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Eco spaces

A secret seating area is revealed within this elaborate garden design by Elysian Landscapes.

> “We strived to create a series of linked garden rooms, each with a unique function and color palette to create a really dynamic environment. This was a highly creative and very gratifying project; one of my all time favorites.” Judy Kameon

GLASSY APPROACH

BLACK BEAUTY

THINKGLASS ART, PRICE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST; THINKGLASS.COM

ECO BY COSENTINO, SHOWN IN IRON ORE, PRICED FROM $68; USA.ECOBYCOSENTINO.COM

Poolside in a flourishing Hollywood Hills hideout.

forget me not A H O L LY WO O D GA R D E N S H OW S O F F I T S S U P E R I O R S PAC E P L A N N I N G A S THE L I N E S A R E B LU R R E D B E T W E E N THE INTERIOR’S BEGINNINGS AND THE

ELYSIAN LANDSCAPE PHOTOS: ERIK OTSEA. COSENTINO SURFACE PHOTO: ECO BY COSENTINO.

L A N D S C A P E’S E N D. Los Angeles-based design firm Elysian Landscapes has broken free from indoor confinement and expanded the scope of living space into the open air. Principal designer Judy Kameon, with her talented team in tow, consistently creates compelling and sustainably conscious landscapes for discerning clientele. Case in point: This Hollywood Hills retreat reveals a rich palette of burgundy, silver and purple expressed through a myriad of deliberately chosen plants and flowers—herbaceous, coniferous perennials and succulents, just to name a few—which all require low-water maintenance; an efficient irrigation system was also installed and designed to minimize overwatering. Permeable materials like gravel and decomposed granite were used throughout the grounds for the percolation of rainwater. The property contains a sense of discovery as you happen upon intimate, tucked-away gathering areas carefully placed and dispersed throughout the garden. Elysian Landscapes managed to preserve the natural fluidity between landscape and architecture, surpassing the homeowner's challenge to incorporate a pool, fire pit, dining area and water feature. elysianlandscapes.com CLEAN VIEW DEAUVILLE BATH, $2,850; VANDABATHS.COM

Eco SpaceS

The Orto Green Food & Mood restaurant in the E.c.ho. hotel located in the heart of Milan.

RIGHT ANGLE

HOTEL RESTAURANT PHOTO: STARHOTELS. CHAIR PHOTO: ROGAN. LIGHT FIXTURE PHOTO: CARMEN SALAZAR. TERRARIUM PHOTO: VERNON CALDERA. TABLE PHOTO: ARTERIORS HOME.

SQUARE CHAIR, $3,300; ROGANNYC.COM

DOUBLE DUTY GROWLIGHT, $1,250; SIEMONANDSALAZAR.COM

natural selection STA R H OT E L S’ F I R ST S U STA I N A B L E P RO P E RT Y I N M I L A N B OA ST S A N A R R AY O F C O N T E M P O R A RY F U R N I S H I N G S A N D S AV V Y G R E E N I N I T I AT I V E S. Exceptional design and environmental awareness work together seamlessly at Milan’s E.c.ho. (Echo Contemporary Hotel), a locale with a flair for eco-chicness. Under the design direction of Andrea Auletta, the hotel’s stylish interiors, filled with warm colors and rich textures, employ low-energy consumption systems and smart material choices. “Our goal was to achieve an ecological look; a concept I felt I had to express through the décor,” says Auletta. And that is exactly what he did. In the lobby, fragrant cedar-log tables are made from sustainable forest wood while the conservatory sports energy-efficient glass. Thoughtful energy and organic measures extend to the hotel’s bright restaurant—Orto Green Food & Mood—where backlit murals emit light that changes to match the sun’s movement as the day progresses; adding visual interest above the dining tables, sculptural fixtures are composed of paper-thin wood leaves that form together to mimic delicate blooming flowers. As Auletta explains, “The resulting space is an ecological and contemporary hotel, where nature is king.” starhotels.com

FULL BLOOM BONSAI TERRARIUM, PRICE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST; VERNONCALDERA.COM

CATCH MY DRIFT KINGSTON DRIFTWOOD/GLASS OVAL COCKTAIL TABLE, $1,575; ARTERIORSHOME.COM

ECO SPACES

Manhattanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Riverhouse condominium boasts a stunning lobby and LEED Gold certification.

GLOBE TROTTER EVOLUTIONARY, $2,220; ANGOWORLD.COM

Entertaining is a cinch in this modern downtown space.

> “Riverhouse's design enhances the relationship between the building and its environment. The flow of the lobby mimics the natural movement of water.” David Rockwell

westside story F RO M F I XT U R E S TO F I LT E R E D A I R , T H I S LOW E R W E ST S I D E R E S I D E N T I A L STUNNER OVERLOOKING THE HUDSON R I V E R I S S E T T I N G A P R EC E D E N C E FO R S U STA I N A B L E L I V I N G.

RIVERHOUSE PHOTOS: ANDREW GORDON PHOTOGRAPHY. LIGHT FIXTURE PHOTO: © ANGO. TABLE PHOTO: SCOTT HASSON PHOTOGRAPHY.

Unquestionably one of Manhattan’s most dynamic waterfront residences—perfectly situated in Battery Park City—Riverhouse, One Rockefeller Park, boasts a reputation for its immense efforts toward meeting LEED Gold standards. The impressive 32-story condominium, of which more than 20 percent of the building’s footprint is made from recycled materials, comprising 264 luxury units was developed by the Sheldrake Organization, who recruited Polshek Partnership Architects and Ismael Leyva Architects to establish proper execution of the exterior and interior elements. The developer later enlisted the Rockwell Group to design the interior spaces with thoughtful green amenities, creating modern layouts with a sense of polished urbanity. Among the ample eco-friendly features that exist at Riverhouse are photovoltaic roof panels that convert sunlight into energy, Toto Aquia-equipped water closets, Energy Star appliances and low-pollutantemitting paints. the-riverhouse.com

LAID-BACK

TABLE TALK

L1549-21 CHAISE, $2,931; LEEINDUSTRIES.COM

STRETCH SIDE TABLE, PRICE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST; TILDEFURNITURE.COM

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PROFESSIONALS PUBLISHED OVER THE PAST YEAR IN LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN

ARIZONA ARCHITECTURE PLUS, LTD.

Phoenix, AZ architectureplusltd.com

FRIEDMAN & SHIELDS

JEFF WILLMENG HOMES

Scottsdale, AZ friedmanandshields.com

Tucson, AZ jeffwillmenghomes.com

HK ASSOCIATES, INC.

KAREN RAPP INTERIORS

Tucson, AZ hkassociates.net

Phoenix, AZ karenrappinteriors.com

LORI CARROLL & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Tucson, AZ loricarroll.com NANCE CONSTRUCTION, INC.

AT DESIGN, LLC

Scottsdale, AZ nanceconstruction.com

Tempe, AZ atdesignllc.com

OZ ARCHITECTS, INC.

BENISSIMO, LLC

Scottsdale, AZ ozarchitects.com

Scottsdale, AZ 480.941.0616

PALM DESIGN GROUP

Phoenix, AZ palmdesigngroup.com

BIEGNER-MURFF ARCHITECTS, LLC

PHX ARCHITECTURE

Phoenix, AZ biegnermurff.com

Scottsdale, AZ phxarch.com

CANDELARIA DESIGN ASSOCIATES

ROBINETTE ARCHITECTS, INC.

Phoenix, AZ candelariadesign.com

Tucson, AZ robinettearchitect.com

CHEN + SUCHART STUDIO, LLC

SAAVY, INC.

Scottsdale, AZ chensuchartstudio.com

Tucson, AZ saavyinc.com

CREATIVE CONCRETE & MASONRY, LLC

SALCITO CUSTOM HOMES, LTD.

Phoenix, AZ creativeconcretemasonry.com

Scottsdale, AZ salcito.com

DALE GARDON DESIGN

SK BUILDERS INCORPORATED

Scottsdale, AZ dalegardondesign.com

Tucson, AZ skbuilders.net

DAVID MICHAEL MILLER ASSOCIATES

STONECREEK BUILDING COMPANY, INC.

Scottsdale, AZ davidmichaelmiller.com

Mesa, AZ stonecreekbuilding.com

DESERT STAR CONSTRUCTION, INC.

SWABACK PARTNERS, PLLC

Scottsdale, AZ desertstarconstruction.com

Scottsdale, AZ swabackpartners.com

DESERT WEST CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Tucson, AZ desertwestconstruction.com

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DETAR CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Sedona, AZ detarconstruction.com DUO DESIGN GROUP

Phoenix, AZ duodesigngroup.com EST EST INCORPORATED

Scottsdale, AZ estestinc.com

IDENTITY CONSTRUCTION, LLC

KEVIN B. HOWARD ARCHITECTS, INC.

Scottsdale, AZ identityconstruction.net

Oro Valley, AZ kbharchitect.com

IMI DESIGN, LLC

LINTHICUM

Scottsdale, AZ interiormotivesaz.com

Phoenix, AZ linthicumcorp.com

TAMM-MARLOWE DESIGN STUDIO

Scottsdale, AZ tm-studio.com THE GARDEN GATE

Oro Valley, AZ thegardengateaz.com VIGELAND HOMES

Tucson, AZ vigelandhomes.com

CALIFORNIA

ELIZABETH GRAHAM KITCHEN & BATH INTERIOR DESIGN

ALISSA SUTTON INTERIORS

Santa Barbara, CA 805.969.6630

Los Angeles, CA alissasuttoninteriors.com

ELYSIAN CONCEPTS ANDERS LASATER ARCHITECTS, INC.

Laguna Beach, CA anderslasaterarchitects.com

Portola Valley, CA 650.851.1828

FISHER WEISMAN

ICAZA CONSTRUCTION

San Francisco, CA fisherweisman.com

Manhattan Beach, CA icazaconstruction.com

GARNET HILL CONSTRUCTION

ISLAND ARCHITECTS

Pacific Palisades, CA 310.459.0545

JAMES T. MCCLINTOCK

Summerland, CA mccarchitecture.com

ARCLINEA SAN DIEGO

JEFFERS DESIGN GROUP

San Diego, CA arclineasandiego.com

San Francisco, CA jeffersdesigngroup.com

BARCLAY BUTERA INTERIORS

JENNIFER DAVIS INTERIOR DESIGN

West Hollywood, CA barclaybutera.com

Beverly Hills, CA jenniferdavisinteriordesign.com

BGL DESIGN CONSTRUCTION

JENSEN ZIGMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Los Angeles, CA brianlittledesign.com

Los Angeles, CA jensenzigman.com

BIBB CONSTRUCTION

JIUN HO, INC.

Newport Beach, CA 949.642.2888

San Francisco, CA jiunho.com

BLISS DESIGN FIRM, LLC

JS DESIGN GROUP/ SYLVESTER CONSTRUCTION

Corona del Mar, CA blissdesignfirm.com

Rancho Santa Fe, CA 619.840.6688

BRUCE NORELIUS STUDIO

Los Angeles, CA noreliusstudio.com

KATE MCINTYRE

Berkeley, CA ironies.com

CHESLER CONSTRUCTION INC.

Redwood City, CA cheslerconstructioninc.com

KATHRYN M. IRELAND TEXTILES AND DESIGN

Culver City, CA kathrynireland.com

CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY DESIGN

Palm Springs, CA christopherkennedy.com

KENDALL WILKINSON DESIGN

San Francisco, CA kendallwilkinson.com

CORVARYS GROUP

Los Angeles, CA corvarysgroup.com DAVID PHOENIX INTERIOR DESIGN, INC.

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Los Angeles, CA davidphoenix.com DESIGN TRENDS INTERIOR DESIGN

Costa Mesa, CA 714.668.9794 DRAGONETTE LIMITED

Los Angeles, CA dragonetteltd.com

La Jolla, CA islandarch.com

KIER DESIGN

Pacific Palisades, CA kierdesign.com K. KITA DESIGN

ENOS REESE + CO.

Los Angeles, CA enosco.com

GRACE DESIGN ASSOCIATES, INC.

Santa Barbara, CA gracedesignassociates.com

FINTON CONSTRUCTION

Arcadia, CA finton.com

HARTE BROWNLEE & ASSOCIATES

Laguna Beach, CA hartebrownlee.com

San Diego, CA kkitadesign.com LANDRY DESIGN GROUP, INC.

Los Angeles, CA landrydesigngroup.com

California continued

OLIVER M. FURTH

LAS MANAGEMENT, INC.

Los Angeles, CA olivermfurth.com

Los Angeles, CA 310.477.7222

PAL + SMITH

LATHROP DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Costa Mesa, CA palandsmith.com

SBD CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT

Saint Helena, CA 707.963.8274

TURNER MARTIN DESIGN

Palo Alto, CA turnermartindesign.com UNIQUE FINAL TOUCH

SUZANNE RHEINSTEIN

Los Angeles, CA hollyhockinc.com

San Diego, CA 619.691.7659 WALKER WARNER ARCHITECTS

Palm Desert, CA lathropdevelopment.com LORI DENNIS

San Francisco, CA walker-warner.com

Los Angeles, CA loridennis.com

WENDY SCHWARTZ DESIGN

Los Angeles, CA wendyschwartzdesign.com

LUCIAN T. HOOD, ARCHITECT

Los Angeles, CA lucianhoodarchitect.com

WOODSON & RUMMERFIELD’S HOUSE OF DESIGN

Los Angeles, CA wandrdesign.com

LUTSKO ASSOCIATES

San Francisco, CA lutskoassociates.com

YOUNG CONSTRUCTION

Santa Barbara, CA youngconst.com

MAGNI DESIGN, INC.

Los Angeles, CA magnidesign.com MANSE MODERN

COLORADO

Venice, CA mansemodern.com

ASE PROPERTIES

MARCELO LISCHE, ARCHITECT

Eagle, CO vailnewhomes.com

Laguna Beach, CA thearchi.com

AZTECA LANDSCAPE, INC.

Durango, CO 970.382.0267

MARK BECKER, INC.

Oakland, CA markbecker.com

BARRETT STUDIO ARCHITECTS

Boulder, CO barrettstudio.com

MARSCEILL DESIGN INTERIORS

Los Angeles, CA marsceilldesign.com

BILL WARD CONSTRUCTION, LLC

MARTYN LAWRENCEBULLARD DESIGN

Telluride, CO billwardconstruction.com

Los Angeles, CA martynlawrencebullard.com

BOWMAN CUSTOM LANDSCAPING

MARY MCDONALD, INC.

West Hollywood, CA marymcdonald.com

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MDZA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

San Diego, CA mdbconstruction.com NATHAN TURNER

Los Angeles, CA nathanturner.com

CADRE GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Englewood, CO cadregc.com

Corona del Mar, CA mdza.net MITCHELL D. BURTON CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Mead, CO bowmancustomlandscaping.com

PÉPE STUDIO, INC.

TIMOTHY CORRIGAN, INC.

Hermosa Beach, CA lynnpepe.com

Los Angeles, CA timothy-corrigan.com

PHILIP NIMMO & CO., INC.

TONY VALENTINE CONSTRUCTION

Los Angeles, CA philipnimmodesign.com

Corona del Mar, CA 949.723.6449

CAPSTONE CONSTRUCTION

Denver, CO capstoneconstructioninc.com COMSTOCK DESIGN, LLC

Littleton, CO comstockdesign.com

CONNECT ONE DESIGN

KSLA CORP

Carbondale, CO connectonedesign.com

Telluride, CO 970.728.7050

DELUCA CONSTRUCTION

LEA SISSON ARCHITECT, LLC

Telluride, CO delucatelluride.com

Aspen, CO leasissonarchitects.com

MOUNTAIN STEEL CONSTRUCTION, LLC

Montrose, CO 970.275.1935

ROBERT MEHALL, ARCHITECT

Snowmass Village, CO rmarchitect.net SILICH CONSTRUCTION

MT. DALY ENTERPRISES, LLC

Carbondale, CO 970.963.9896

Aspen, CO silichconstruction.com

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STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATES

Englewood, CO designsbysundown.com

Glenwood Springs, CO structuralassoc.com

DH INTERIORS

STUDIO80 INTERIOR DESIGN

Denver, CO dhinteriorsdenver.com

Eagle, CO studio80id.com

DHM DESIGN

STUDIO FRANK

Denver, CO dhmdesign.com

Telluride, CO studiofrank.com

DHR ARCHITECTURE

STYLEWORKS, LLC

Denver, CO dhrarchitecture.com

Denver, CO styleworks.us

DOUGLAS ASSOCIATES, INC.

SURROUND ARCHITECTURE

Denver, CO 303.722.6979

Boulder, CO surroundarchitecture.com

EKMAN DESIGN STUDIO

SWEENEY DEVELOPMENT, INC.

Denver, CO ekmandesign.com

Aspen, CO 970.618.6325

ESCAPE GARDEN DESIGN

TAB ASSOCIATES, INC.

Aspen, CO escapegardendesign.com

Edwards, CO tabassociates.com

FIELD WEST CONSTRUCTION

TRULINEA ARCHITECTS

Boulder, CO fieldwestconstruction.com

Telluride, CO trulinea.com

HAGMAN ARCHITECTS

CONNECTICUT

Basalt, CO hagmanarchitects.com

AUSTIN PATTERSON DISSTON ARCHITECTS

HARRINGTON STANKO CONSTRUCTION

Southport, CT apdarchitects.com

Boulder, CO harringtonhomesboulder.com

LYNNE SCALO DESIGN JACK WILKIE BUILDER, INC.

Basalt, CO jwbinc.com

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Westport, CT lynnescalo.com

K.B. HANSEL INTERIORS, INC.

MARK P. FINLAY ARCHITECTS, AIA

Glenwood Springs, CO 970.963.5910

Southport, CT markfinlay.com

KEITH M. WEBSTER CONSTRUCTION

Basalt, CO kmwconstruction.com KOGAN BUILDERS, INC.

Durango, CO koganbuilders.com

LOFTUS LANDSCAPE STUDIO

Durango, CO 970.375.7823 MARPA LANDSCAPE DESIGN STUDIO

Boulder, CO marpa.com

ONE ARCHITECTS, INC.

Telluride, CO onearchitects.com POSS ARCHITECTURE + PLANNING

Aspen, CO billposs.com

RINFRET, LTD. INTERIOR DESIGN & DECORATION

Greenwich, CT rinfretltd.com SOUND BEACH PARTNERS, LLC

Stamford, CT soundbeachpartners.com

Connecticut continued

DEBORAH WECSELMAN DESIGN

WADIA ASSOCIATES

Miami, FL dwdinc.com

New Canaan, CT wadiaassociates.com WESLEY STOUT ASSOCIATES

DERCO CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Delray Beach, FL derco.pro

ENEA GARDEN DESIGN, INC.

HINOJOSA DESIGN STUDIO

Miami, FL enea-garden.com

Miami, FL hinojosadesign.com

GROUP 3 CONTRACTORS

HOLMES NEWMAN + PARTNERS

Miami, FL thegroup3.com

New Canaan, CT wesleystout.com

Miami, FL hnpartners.com HR DESIGN ARCHITECTURE

Miami Beach, FL 305.672.5658

FLORIDA

INTUITIVE DESIGN GROUP

Palm City, FL intuitivedesigngroup.com

ATMOSPHERE CREATIONS

Miami, FL atmospherecreations.com

JAUREGUI CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, INC.

BARON DESIGN STUDIO

Key Biscayne, FL 305.361.8193

Miami, FL barondesignstudio.com

JENNIFER GARRIGUES, INC.

BELL + AQUI LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, LLC

Palm Beach, FL jennifergarrigues.com

Miami, FL ba-la.com

JORGE L. HERNANDEZ ARCHITECT

B+G DESIGN, INC.

Coral Gables, FL jlharchitect.com

Hollywood, FL bandgdesign.com

KZ ARCHITECTURE

BILLY BLANCO DESIGNS, LLC

Bay Harbor Islands, FL kzarchitecture.com

Miami Beach, FL billyblancodesigns.com

LARQCON GROUP, INC.

B. PILA DESIGN STUDIO

Miramar, FL 305.219.3213

Miami, FL bpiladesign.com

MAHONEY HOMES, INC.

BUILT BY OWNER, INC.

Boca Raton, FL 561.395.4062

Fort Lauderdale, FL builtbyownerinc.com

MURAKAMI LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

CAD INTERNATIONAL

Miami, FL cadintl.com

Delray Beach, FL 561.276.7750

CINDY RAY INTERIORS, INC.

Palm Beach, FL cindyray.com COLESTOCK & MUIR ARCHITECTS, P.A.

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Boca Raton, FL cmarchitects.com COLLABORATIVE INDEPENDENT, INC.

Miami, FL collaborativeindependent.com DAILEY JANSSEN ARCHITECTS

West Palm Beach, FL daileyjanssen.com

NEWMAN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT

Aventura, FL newmanbc.com NIETO DESIGN

DESIGN ELEMENTS

Boca Raton, FL deselements.com

HANDCRAFT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INC.

Deerfield Beach, FL 561.241.5517

DKOR INTERIORS, INC.

North Miami, FL dkorinteriors.com

HIDALGO CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.

Coral Gables, FL hidalgoconstruction.com

Miami, FL edndesign.com NIEVERA WILLIAMS DESIGN

Palm Beach, FL marionieveradesign.com NUHOUSE FURNITURE + DESIGN

Miami Beach, FL nuhousefurniture.com

PETERS & MBIANGO INTERIORS

Miami, FL petersandmbiangointeriors.com PHDESIGN

Miami Beach, FL phdesignstudio.com PLANT THE FUTURE, INC.

Miami, FL plantthefuture.com

GEORGIA

ILLINOIS

MCALPINE BOOTH & FERRIER INTERIORS

ARTEMISIA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Atlanta, GA mcalpineboothferrier.com

Chicago, IL 312.654.1708

RAYMOND GOINS

BARDES INTERIORS

Atlanta, GA rlgoins.com

Winnetka, IL bardesinteriors.com

BULLEY & ANDREWS, LLC

Chicago, IL bulley.com CULLIGAN ABRAHAM ARCHITECTURE

Clarendon Hills, IL culliganabrahamarchitecture.com DARCY BONNER AND ASSOCIATES, LLC

Chicago, IL darcybonner.com

RAMON PACHECO & ASSOCIATES

DESIGN STUDIO 24, LLC

Miami, FL pachecoarch.com

Northbrook, IL 847.564.4501

RANDALL STOFFT ARCHITECTS

EVA QUATEMAN INTERIORS

Chicago, IL evaquateman.com

Delray Beach, FL stofft.com

FRANKLIN & WELLS, LLC

Chicago, IL 312.316.4777

RAYMOND JUNGLES, INC.

Miami, FL raymondjungles.com

GLEN LUSBY INTERIORS

Chicago, IL glenlusbyinteriors.com

SANCHEZ & MADDUX, INC.

Palm Beach, FL sanchezandmaddux.net

GOLDBERG GENERAL CONTRACTING, INC.

STAMBUL GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chicago, IL ggcinc.net

Miami, FL stambulusa.com

HAROLD O. SCHULZ CO., INC.

Evanston, IL hoschulz.com

TRACY CONSTRUCTION North Miami Beach, FL

tracyluxuryconstruction.com

HEYNSSENS + GRASSMAN

Park City, IL hglandscape.com

TROPICAL WAY LANDSCAPING

Miami, FL tropicalwaylandscaping.com TURNBERRY ASSOCIATES

H. GARY FRANK ARCHITECTS AIA, LTD.

Aventura, FL turnberry.com

Winnetka, IL hgaryfrankarchitects.com

VILLAGE ARCHITECTS AIA, INC.

HIGHGATE BUILDERS, INC.

Tequesta, FL village-architects.com

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Glencoe, IL highgatebuilders.net

WEBB BUILDERS, INC.

HOERR SCHAUDT LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

Juno Beach, FL webb-builders.com

Chicago, IL hoerrschaudt.com

YOSHINO ARCHITECTURE

Boca Raton, FL yoshinoarchitects.com Z.W. JAROSZ ARCHITECT, P.A.

Miami, FL jaroszarch.com

IDAHO SHAWBACK DESIGN

Sun Valley, ID shawbackdesign.com

BLUTTER SHIFF DESIGN ASSOCIATES

Chicago, IL bluttershiff.com BUCKINGHAM INTERIORS + DESIGN, LLC

Chicago, IL buckinghamid.com

JAMESTHOMAS LLC

Chicago, IL jtliving.com J.P. MOTS, INC.

Chicago, IL 773.960.0888

Illinois continued

RUGO RAFF, LTD. ARCHITECTS

KADLEC ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

Chicago, IL rugoraff.com

Chicago, IL kadlecdesign.com KAUFMAN SEGAL DESIGN

Chicago, IL kaufmansegal.com

SERVICE CONSTRUCTION OF ILLINOIS, INC.

Lake Forest, IL 847.996.1200

SPACE LAB

Chicago, IL spacelabinc.com TED & SON CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.

Glenview, IL 847.730.5775

INTERNATIONAL AGLARCHITECTURE

Tijuana, Mexico 01152.664.681.6464 DIARQ DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE

Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico diarq.com

KETTELKAMP & KETTELKAMP LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

MASSACHUSETTS

Evanston, IL kandkla.com

INSIDE/OUT, LTD.

Concord, MA 978.369.2643

KRW DESIGN ASSOCIATES

Barrington, IL krwdesign.net

MICHIGAN

LINN-MATHES, INC.

Chicago, IL linn-mathes.com

ERIC CHARLES DESIGNS

Birmingham, MI ericcharlesdesigns.com

LISA WOLFE DESIGN, LTD.

Chicago, IL lisawolfedesign.com

NEW JERSEY

MARIOTTINI, INC.

AIROD, INC.

Itasca, IL mttini.com

Oradell, NJ 201.767.7717

MARVIN HERMAN & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS

JAMES PARAGANO ARCHITECT LLC

Chicago, IL 312.787.0347

Morristown, NJ jamesparagano.com

MICHAEL ABRAMS LIMITED

M. FREDERICK LLC

Chicago, IL michaelabrams.com

Gladstone, NJ mfrederick.com

MICHAEL HERSHENSON ARCHITECTS

SUSAN HEIDENBERG DESIGN

Evanston, IL michaelhershensonarchitects.com

Demarest, NJ susanheidenbergdesign.com

MICHAEL RICHMAN INTERIORS

NEW YORK

Chicago, IL richmaninteriors.com MORGANTE-WILSON ARCHITECTS, LTD.

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Evanston, IL morgantewilson.com PETRA ADELFANG DESIGN

Glencoe, IL petraadelfang.com R. SCOTT JAVORE & ASSOCIATES, LTD.

Glencoe, IL javorearchitects.com

ABRAHAM LITTLE NECK DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Huntington, NY 631.385.7600 ANDI PEPPER INTERIOR DESIGN

SCOTT HIMMEL ARCHITECT, P.C.

Chicago, IL scotthimmel.com

WEISS ENTERPRISES

Highwood, IL 847.266.8811

S.N. PECK BUILDER, INC.

WELLS & FOX ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS

Chicago, IL snpbuilder.com

Chicago, IL wellsfox.com

New York, NY andipepper.com AJS DESIGN/S

New York, NY ajsdesignsnyc.com BUNNY WILLIAMS, INC.

New York, NY bunnywilliams.com

CR STUDIO ARCHITECTS, PC

New York, NY crstudio.com

MARSHALL WATSON INTERIORS

New York, NY marshallwatsoninteriors.com

CULLMAN & KRAVIS, INC.

New York, NY cullmankravis.com DIRTWORKS, PC LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

MY BOYS CONTRACTING

Smithtown, NY myboyscontracting.com

REES ROBERTS + PARTNERS LLC

New York, NY reesroberts.com

NJD, INC. MATTHEW KORN ARCHITECTURE, P.C.

Roslyn, NY 516.626.2800

New York, NY nanjoodesign.com

New York, NY dirtworks.us

ROBERT A.M. STERN ARCHITECTS, LLP

New York, NY ramsa.com ROBERT J. CAMPBELL JR., & SONS

Millbrook, NY rjcampbellinc.com

DRAKE DESIGN ASSOCIATES

New York, NY drakedesignassociates.com

ROBERT PASSAL INTERIOR & ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN New York, NY

FANUKA, INC.

Maspeth, NY fanuka.com

robertpassal.com

FLANK ARCHITECTURE

ROSENBLUM ARCHITECTS

New York, NY flankonline.com

New York, NY 212.352.0001

GARCIA MALDONADO, INC.

New York, NY garciamaldonado.com

SCOTT SANDERS LLC

New York, NY scottsandersllc.com

GEORGE E. VICKERS, JR., ENTERPRISES, INC.

SHAWN HENDERSON INTERIOR DESIGN

Westhampton Beach, NY georgevickers.com

New York, NY shawnhenderson.com

HOBBS, INC.

New York, NY hobbsinc.com

STEPHEN B. JACOBS GROUP, P.C.

New York, NY sbjgroup.com

IKE KLIGERMAN BARKLEY ARCHITECTS, P.C.

New York, NY ikba.com

STEVEN HARRIS ARCHITECTS LLP

New York, NY stevenharrisarchitects.com

JAMES MCCHESNEY ARCHITECT

Southampton, NY jamesmcchesneyarchitect.com

TACONIC BUILDERS, INC.

New York, NY taconicbuilders.com

JED JOHNSON ASSOCIATES, INC.

New York, NY jedjohnson.com

TCM CORPORATION Cover images clockwise from top left: Austin Spring 2012, Los Angeles Fall 2011, Colorado Winter 2012, Chicago Winter 2012, Colorado Spring 2011, Los Angeles Spring 2012

JENNIFER POST DESIGN INC.

VICENTE WOLF ASSOCIATES, INC.

New York, NY jenniferpostdesign.com JUAN MONTOYA DESIGN CORP.

New York, NY juanmontoyadesign.com LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT

New York, NY landmark-development.com

Long Island City, NY 718.391.0088

New York, NY vicentewolf.com

MCDONOUGH & CONROY ARCHITECTS, P.C.

PAUL MCDONNELL INTERIORS

Bridgehampton, NY mcdonoughconroy.com

New York, NY 212.794.1196

OHIO

MICHAEL RUBIN ARCHITECT, PLLC

PHILIP GORRIVAN DESIGN

JOHN SENHAUSER ARCHITECTS

New York, NY michaelrubinarchitects.com

New York, NY philipgorrivan.com

Cincinnati, OH senhauserarchitects.com

OREGON BONNIE BARG ARCHITECTS PC

Portland, OR bonniebarg-architects.com BINGHAM DESIGN GROUP

Portland, OR 503.223.6135

CCM GENERAL CONTRACTORS, INC.

Dallas, TX ccmgc.us

DICK CLARK ARCHITECTURE

Austin, TX dcarch.com

CEYLON ET CIE

EDWARD B. FRIERSON, ARCHITECT

Dallas, TX ceylonetcie.com

Austin, TX 512.502.9340

CHAS ARCHITECTS

FREDERICK FUENTES, INC.

Austin, TX chasarchitects.com

Driftwood, TX 512.829.4378

DELAHUNT HOMES, INC.

JAMES MCINROE INCORPORATED

Dallas, TX 214.526.8078 JAN SHOWERS & ASSOCIATES

Dallas, TX janshowers.com JERRY BRINKERHOFF, INC.

Dallas, TX 214.363.4750 JOY KLING INTERIOR DESIGN

Portland, OR delahunthomes.com

Austin, TX joykling.com

JENNIFER BAINES INTERIORS

K. GREINER DESIGN

Lake Oswego, OR jennybaines.com

Austin, TX 512.698.4144

JESSICA HELGERSON INTERIOR DESIGN

KURT AICHLER AND ASSOCIATES

Portland, OR jhinteriordesign.com

Houston, TX kurtaichler.com

KOCH LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

LAURA U, INC.

Portland, OR kochla.com

Houston, TX laurau.com

REVEAL ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS LLC

L. PEARSON DESIGN

Houston, TX lauriepearsonblog.com

Portland, OR revealarchitecture.com

LUCAS/EILERS DESIGN ASSOCIATES, LLP

TEXAS

Houston, TX lucaseilers.com

ABODE, INC.

Austin, TX fernsantini.com ALAN CANO DESIGNS

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Austin, TX 512.657.4540 ALLAN EDWARDS BUILDER, INC.

Houston, TX aedwards.com BERCY CHEN STUDIO LP

Austin, TX bcarc.com BULHON DESIGN ASSOCIATES

Austin, TX bulhon.com CALLOWAY CUSTOM BUILDERS

Houston, TX 713.523.7144

MANNING SNELLING & MCILYAR GENERAL CONTRACTORS, INC.

Dallas, TX msmhomebuilders.com MARIA GOMEZ

CLASSIC CONSTRUCTORS

Austin, TX classicconstructors.com

FUSCH ARCHITECTS, INC.

Dallas, TX fuscharchitects.com HOWARD BUILDERS INC.

CORNERSTONE GROUP ARCHITECTS

Austin, TX cgapartners.net CRAVOTTA STUDIOS

Austin, TX cravottastudios.com

Austin, TX howardbuildersinc.com JAMES D. LARUE ARCHITECTS

Austin, TX larue-architects.com

Dallas, TX 214.303.1500 MICHAEL J. SILLER INTERIORS

Houston, TX mjsinteriors.com MICHAEL MALONE ARCHITECTS, INC.

Dallas, TX mma2000.com NEWBERRY CAMPA ARCHITECTS, LLC

Houston, TX newberrycampa.com

OLYMPIA HOMES, LTD.

DEMETRIOU ARCHITECTS

HOLLY MCKINLEY INTERIOR DESIGN, INC.

RAVENHILL CONSTRUCTION, INC.

Kirkland, WA demetriouarchitects.com

Seattle, WA hminteriors.com

Friday Harbor, WA ravenhillconstruction.com

RICHARD TRIMBLE & ASSOCIATES, INC.

GARDEN ARTISAN

HORTISCAPE NW, INC.

Dallas, TX richardtrimble.com

Friday Harbor, WA gardenartnz.com

Everett, WA 425.348.5300

R. DAVID ADAMS ASSOCIATES INC.

SPENCER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, LLC

GELOTTE HOMMAS ARCHITECTURE

KRUSE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

ROBERTS WYGAL

Austin, TX

Bellevue, WA gelottehommas.com

Seattle, WA 206.715.4900

Kirkland, WA robertswygal.com

Spicewood, TX olympiahomesaustin.com

spencerconstructionmanagement.com STEPHEN KUBENKA ARCHITECTS

Seattle, WA rdavidadamsassoc.com

SCHUCHART/DOW

Seattle, WA schuchartdow.com

Austin, TX kubenka.com

SCHULTZ MILLER

Seattle, WA schultzmiller.com

STOCKER HOESTEREY MONTENEGRO

Dallas, TX shmarchitects.com

STUART SILK ARCHITECTS LIMITED PS Seattle, WA

S & W CONSTRUCTION

Austin, TX fordstreibuilders.com

stuartsilk.com

SULLIVAN CONARD ARCHITECTS

TEXAS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Seattle, WA sullivanconard.com

Austin, TX txconstruct.com

SUNDBERG KENNEDY LY-AU YOUNG ARCHITECTS

UTAH

Seattle, WA sklarchitects.com

KC BUILDERS

Salt Lake City, UT 801.961.8043

WASHINGTON, D.C. NEUMANN LEWIS BUCHANAN ARCHITECTS

WASHINGTON ALDRICH + ASSOCIATES, INC.

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Bothell, WA aldrich-assoc.com CASTANES ARCHITECTS PS AIA

Seattle, WA castanes.com DAVID BETTENCOURT GOULARTE INTERIOR DESIGN

Olympia, WA 360.754.2180 DEFOREST ARCHITECTS

Seattle, WA deforestarchitects.com

Washington, D.C. nlbarchitects.com OEHME, VAN SWEDEN & ASSOCIATES, INC.

HAMILTON PROPERTIES LLC

Olympia, WA 360.951.0183

MADTES DESIGN LLC

Bellevue, WA madtesdesign.com NB DESIGN GROUP

HATTERY DESIGN

Vashon, WA 206.310.5535 HENSEL DESIGN STUDIOS

Seattle, WA henseldesignstudios.com

Seattle, WA nbdesigngroup.net PRENTISS ARCHITECTS,INC.

Seattle, WA prentissarchitects.com

Washington, D.C. ovsla.com

WISCONSIN SCHERRER CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.

Burlington, WI scherrerconstruction.com

VIRGINIA BARRY DIXON

Warrenton, VA barrydixon.com

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LIKE THE NEARBY WASHINGTON NATIONAL CATHEDRAL , THE CRAFTSMANSHIP THAT WENT INTO THIS BALTIMORE - AREA HOME EVOKES IMAGES OF STONEMASONS , TRADE GUILDS AND ANCIENT SKILLS PASSED FROM FATHER TO SON .

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unlike the cathedral, it didn’t take 80-plus years to complete— though, as Baltimore designer Patrick Sutton will concede, it wasn’t exactly an overnight pop-up either. “This was a long and careful project,” he says. “Every detail was examined by the clients. As a result, it’s a very personal house.” Listening hard to his clients’ request for a substantive house, Sutton, who is also responsible for the home’s interior architecture, translated their dreams into a place filled with old-world materials and finishes— herringbone patterned floors, carved moldings, marmorino kitchen walls—things associated with the best of classic European architecture. INTERIOR DESIGN Patrick Sutton, Patrick Sutton Associates HOME BUILDER Jeffrey Powers, NAHB, The Powers Companies ARCHITECTURE Judith A. Miller, AIA, LEED AP, Architecture by Design, Inc. LANDSCAPE DESIGN Marcel Gavrelis, Gavrelis & Associates, Inc. BEDROOMS 6

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WALKING TOUR Deep moldings, a soaring ceiling and Vaughan’s Zurich lantern add old-world charm to a hallway off the foyer. It opens into the first-floor master bedroom suite, where a leather-covered chair and two-arm wall sconce—both from Dennis & Leen—create a welcoming vignette.

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Contractor Jeffrey Powers says that tasks such as installing the beamed family room ceiling and laying French limestone couldn’t be rushed. “Even the retaining walls outside were done by a mason who cut the

STREET CRED The fieldstone-and-textured stucco façade creates gracious curb appeal to this Baltimorearea home. Landscape designer Marcel Gavrelis added dogwoods, redbuds and layers of plantings for colorful blooms year round.

stone in his own yard and then brought it to the site,” explains Powers. Those handcrafted stone walls were dreamt up by landscape designer Marcel Gavrelis, who also brought in Pennsylvania boulders to anchor the planting beds. “We used stone in the gardens to transition off the fieldstone exterior,” says Gavrelis, “so it wouldn’t look like the house had dropped from the sky.” In response to the mandate for a home with substance, ceilings are twelve feet high and even the hallways are generously proportioned. As architect Judith Miller tells it, “The wife likes to walk without feeling restricted.”

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RICH FLAVOR In the living room, high-gloss white moldings, curtains in Great Plains’ Rendezvous and Ebanista’s Carpello sofa in Kravet’s Openwork fabric play off dark walls painted in Benjamin Moore’s Iron Mountain. The Macau coffee table by Dennis & Leen lends texture while Donghia’s Athena Alta table lamp adds sparkle.

PRESS AND FOLD A collection of framed blue eucalyptus leaves pressed in silk—from Patrick Sutton Home—provides a luxurious backdrop in the master bedroom. A pillow in blue Fortuny fabric silhouettes against an Ebanista chaise covered in Bergamo’s Argon. C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 157

The lady of the house also requested curved dormers, deep overhangs and rooms with generous proportions. That meant a lot of space to fill, and Sutton saw this as an opportunity to be inspired. For one cavernous downstairs room, he created a French orangery with decorative finishes by Kelly Walker of Baltimore Artstar—the ceiling looks like it’s oxidized bronze and plaster walls are reminiscent of a 17th-century chateau. To complete the illusion, the designer chose a lovely rustic table from Patrick Sutton Home that pairs beautifully with Lee Industries’ Low Back Campaign chairs. Best of all, the orangery has turned out to be a very useful space. “It’s not a folly at all!” reports a clearly delighted Sutton. “The husband holds business meetings there all the time.” LUXE INTERIORS

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OV E R W R O U G H T Designer Patrick Sutton conceptualized the iron stair railing to be consistent with the home’s old-world atmosphere, and then placed a large photo by Kendrick Moholt at the landing for modern contrast.

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As parents of two teenage boys, the homeowners said they wouldn’t mind if their Continental-style manse got a little less serious at times either. “They wanted to have fun with it,” says Sutton. So, in every room he was careful to offset the more refined furnishings and finishes with whimsical touches. In the living room, a modern white glass chandelier by Christopher Guy contrasts with the cozy traditional shape of a Niermann Weeks French club chair. In the family room, where there’s a deep sofa by Ebanista, Sutton says he designed the pair of oversize wrought-iron sconces based on some fixtures he’d seen in Sardinia: “Each one consists of an array of 14 half shades that create a warm glow against the beeswaxed walls.” 160 L U X E I N T E R I O R S

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BLUE PLATE SPECIAL In the kitchen, blue cabinets complement the Ann Sacks tile backsplash at the stove; draperies in Cowtan & Tout’s Castello fabric provide bright contrast. Kravet’s Jacobean chairs surround a Formations table while Noir’s Abacus stools pull up to an island illuminated by an O’Lampia light fixture.

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TA B L E F O R F O U R T E E N The formal dining room enjoys an Italian flavor with chairs by Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman dressed in Donghiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sous-Tache brocade and Bergamoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s silk velvet. A Holly Hunt table sits on a reclaimed-wood floor set in a herringbone pattern.

IMMERSION THERAPY Aquatic’s Serenity 2 soaking tub with Kohler’s IV Georges Brass tub filler is the focal point in the master bath. The Lagos Azul limestone tile floor is inset with mosaic from Waterworks’ Architectonics Collection. The walls are covered in Phillip Jeffries’ Damask Print Manila Hemp. C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 160

Another surprise appears in the formal dining room, where not one, but two, enormous glittering Dennis & Leen crystal chandeliers hang from the ceiling. “I have a friend who says ‘anything worth doing is worth overdoing,’ ” laughs Sutton when asked about doubling up on light fixtures. The biggest dose of playfulness though, lives in the basement—where a billiards table from Adler Pool Tables sits amidst a profusion of colorful, comfortable seating. As Sutton describes it, “If you’re thirteen, it’s the hottest room in the house!” Despite the long journey, Powers says he’s extremely proud of how the project turned out. “It was a slow process, but it’s the painstaking details that make this a truly custom home.” L 164 L U X E I N T E R I O R S

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CHAMBER MADE A Louis XVI canopy bed from Niermann Weeks, Hickory Chair’s Eton Short sofa and Currey & Company’s Waterloo chandelier make the master bedroom a glamorous retreat. Draperies in Cowtan & Tout’s Mirador fabric are offset by walls upholstered in Stark’s Saray Silk 2.

mixed message. W R I T T E N B Y L ISA CREGAN

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y N IC K J O HN SO N

THE CHILDREN OF THE ROARING TWENTIES AND SWINGING SIXTIES WOULD PERHAPS NOT HAVE SEEN EYE TO EYE, BUT

DESIGNER

SUMMER

THORNTON

BELIEVES

THAT

THEIR DECADES’ RESPECTIVE FURNITURE PIECES SURE DO GET ALONG REMARKABLY WELL.

So when Thornton was asked

to pull together this full-floor pied-à-terre in one of Chicago’s most

STYLE SELECTION Chain links and bangle bracelets were the inspiration behind this transitional yet versatile piece crafted from wrought iron and antiqued mirror. Bangle Table, $640; curreyandcompany.com

spectacular Art Deco structures, the 1929 Palmolive Building (originally built as office space and converted to residences by Draper and Kramer), she used it as an opportunity to test her theory. “My two biggest inspirations are 1930s Art Deco Paris and 1960s New York. Here, I got to play them both out,” the designer says. The resulting mood is at once elegant, refined and tongue-in-cheek, with Deco’s cool polish placed alongside midcentury’s youthful zest. “Sixties and seventies furniture is quirky, a great contrast with the sophistication of Art Deco,” says Thornton. This eclectic union first appears in the living room, where graceful pieces like vintage lounge chairs and a pair of clean-lined Barbara Barry sofas mix it up with fun and flashy retro finds that include large urn-shaped Lucite lamps and a sprightly Karl Springer lacquered goatskin cocktail table. The homeowners, out-of-towners who are frequently in Chicago on business, couldn’t be more delighted with the snappy generational jumble. “What drew us to Summer is her innovative thinking,” says the wife. “We wanted to create a distinct look informed by a fresh perspective.” INTERIOR DESIGN Summer Thornton, Summer Thornton Design Inc. BEDROOMS 3

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HALL PASS Baker’s Deco Classic lounge chairs, covered in Donghia’s heavy cotton bouclé, pair with a Lars horn table from Jayson Home in the bar area between the living room and the office. The strong light bouncing off the lake filters through Roman shade fabric by George Spencer Designs.

A N I M A L AT T R A C T I O N In a corner of the living room, a playful zebra pattern—Schumacher’s Serengeti Silk—on the owners’ gilt fauteuils dials down the formality. The sculptural silhouette of a Bunny Williams Hourglass table stands out against white walls. C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 167

Thornton reports that when she inherited the project, the decorating leaned toward “heavy, dark and Southern.” Not a great stylistic match for a Chicago apartment with gorgeous lake views. Her verdict: “We need to lighten it up.” To begin, Thornton sized up her elegant “Grace Kelly” client and sensed a cooler palette of blues, greens and grays was in order. The designer covered the living room sofas in bright blue mohair velvet—Holland & Sherry’s Rive Gauche in Marlin—dressed the dining room’s wing chair backs in green-and-blue plaid— Hinson & Company’s silk tartan—and upholstered the family room’s Milo Baughman armchair in Calvin Klein’s charcoal velvet.

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QUIET RIDE A horse painting by James McLaughlin Way dominates the family room, where a custom ottoman in Moore & Giles hide sits atop a rug from Atelier Lapchi. A sideboard from Jean de Merry and curtain fabric from Kravet are set off by walls papered in Phillip Jeffries grass cloth.

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FOCAL POINTS A gallery-style arrangement of art, sculpture and photography—found at Lost Art Salon in San Francisco, Chicago Art Source and Jackson Fine Art in Atlanta, to name a few—is a conversation starter in the dining room. Side chairs from Baker have seats covered in Holly Hunt’s Métaphores fabric.

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All are fabrics with soft sheens that help bounce light into the farthest corners of the spacious apartment, a perfect accompaniment to reflect

SIT AND POLISH A pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen chairs from Flessas Design in New York tuck under an antique partners desk in the office. Vintage geometric burl wood side tables from Mecox Gardens harmonize with a modern carpet from The Rug Company.

the lake-view setting. “All Chicagoans are oriented by the water,” says the wife. “Even when we can’t see it at night, we sense its presence. Having all of these shimmering water colors really emphasizes the lake’s beauty.” To further invite the outdoors into this urban aerie, Thornton brought in a touch of pastoral charm: horses. “I grew up on a farm,” says the homeowner, “and the horses here are really about where I came from, and they also bring our love of animals into our city life.” Art Deco design, with its arching gazelles and prowling leopards, has always been friendly to animal figures, so the stunning horse painting that dominates the family room and the vintage terra-cotta horse head peering out from the dining room wall look very much at home. So do two sparkling living room chandeliers from Vaughan that upon close examination turn out to be made entirely of crystal horseshoes.

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WHITE NOISE Multi-layered serenity is achieved in the master bedroom with a Swarovski crystal chandelier from Paul Marra Design that sparkles above a bed covered in Great Plains silk cotton and a tufted bench in Osborne & Littleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Adelphi silk. Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facet table lamps stand on sparkling Murano glass columns.

HEIGHT OF STYLE A custom mirrored screen by Bladon Conner Design Studio reflects the master bedroom’s lake view. A chair by designer Summer Thornton, covered in a Glant silk velvet, along with Holly Hunt’s vellum column floor lamp, adds to the Art Deco flavor of the room.

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“Summer is incredibly creative,” says her admiring client. “At one point, she was inspired by a Ralph Lauren ad; the next thing we knew it became our bedroom.” The ad in question was a woman dressed all in white with layer upon layer of rich tone-on-tone texture. Taking the ad as her touchstone for the master suite, Summer papered the walls in a soft, barely there paisley from Nina Campbell and conjured up curtain panels in Osborne & Little’s Kediri silk cotton “that look like 10 gorgeous wedding gowns,” the designer says. Once again, she furnished the room with an inspired mix: Here it’s a Deco-esque Jean de Merry mirrored glass bureau alongside Stark’s white sheepskin shag rug. “I love the way the offbeat touches enhance the look of the clean-lined furniture,” Thornton says of the home’s harmonious blend. “Each makes the other that much better.” L

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cottage industry. W R I T T E N B Y C A RE N K URLA N D E R

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANTOINE BOOTZ

ON A WOODED LOT IN UPSTATE NEW YORK , A STATELY HOUSE W I T H E L E G A N T P R O P O R T I O N S , M E A N D E R I N G ROOFLINES AND A TEXTURED STONE FACADE SETTLES INTO THE PROPERTY AS IF IT HAS BEEN THERE FOR CENTURIES — AND THAT WAS THE PLAN FROM THE BEGINNING .

“The whole concept was to

make the house look like an English country cottage that had been there for 200 years,” says architect Robin Prince Zahn, who shared that vision with interior designer Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz and general contractor Charles Cancro. Though part of the structure had been standing on the site since the 1800s, the talented team was able to transform and expand the residence—through an extensive renovation, inventive floor plan and the careful selection of furnishings and finishes—into a new house with a sense of permanence. Before its makeover, the residence stood as a neat, 3,000-square-foot clapboard structure, which the owner used as a weekend retreat. With its simple layout, cathedral-vaulted living room ceiling and aged pine floors, the house functioned perfectly for short-term visits. INTERIOR DESIGN Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz, BNO Design ARCHITECTURE Robin Prince Zahn, Robin Prince Zahn Architecture HOME BUILDER Charles Cancro, Cancro Construction Corp. BEDROOMS 4

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PANEL DISCUSSION Architect Robin Prince Zahn gave her clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New York residence a fresh look inspired by old English cottages. Designer Benjamin NoriegaOrtiz revamped the interiors by mixing the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s antiques with sleek contemporary pieces. Brown oak paneling and a new staircase define the entry.

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Once the owner decided to move in full time, however, he wanted to add a bit more substance to the house and double its size without disturbing

C H I N E S E T R A N S L AT I O N Noriega-Ortiz separated the living room from the entry with draperies made from Gretchen Bellinger felt. He paired the client’s tea table with modern Cassina chairs, which offset the Chinese antiques.

the easy floor plan to which he had grown accustomed. “He liked his house,” says Zahn, who created a design that kept the same central footprint and quirky rooflines as the existing structure, but with new bedroom additions on either side, a large kitchen in the back and an entirely new aesthetic. “It was complicated, but a fun exercise.” Combining the old and new was a challenge, as was shoring up the original building. “It was timeworn and out of level,” says Cancro, “and the existing roof had so many sags in it we had to take it down completely.” He and his team rebuilt a sturdier version of the same volumes and knitted them together with the new additions. The entire structure was

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MEAL PLAN A new fireplace lends character to the dining room, which retains the unusual ceiling lines of the existing structure. Noriega-Ortiz combined a leathertopped library table the client found in England with Windsor-style chairs covered in Dualoy Leather cowhide. C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 179

sheathed in rectilinear granite stones—inspired by the stonework of local churches—and crowned with heavy slate shingles. Inside, in keeping with the English cottage sensibility, all of the window openings were replaced with turn-of-the-century steel frames, and ceiling beams were created from old barn timbers found in Vermont. “We wanted everything to be as authentic as possible,” says the architect, who referenced old books and Shingle-style homes from the 1880s to draw each detail of the house’s extensive wood paneling and trim.

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HORSE PLAY A large wood-framed opening connects the living room with the library, where a Noriega-Ortiz-designed sofa and swivel chairs are upholstered with a soft J. Robert Scott chenille. The clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s saddle sculpture rests atop an antique Chinese low table.

TREES COMPANY Mature trees and three ponds punctuate the verdant site. Garden of Ideas installed natural-looking landscaping around the caretakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s structure and the main house in a manner that complements the existing wooded property.

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Tom Kuklinski, of Kuklinski Woodworking, brought over a 300-year-old

KNOCK ON WOOD In a light-filled den just off the living room, Zahn brought wood paneling all the way up the walls for a rich feel. Noriega-Ortiz designed the clean-lined sofa, which was fabricated by K Flam Associates and upholstered with corduroy from Clarence House.

tree from Woburn Abbey in England to be milled for the paneling and then finished every surface by hand. The honest materiality of the architecture created a perfect backdrop for the client’s collection of antique furnishings and figurative paintings. “Our design was about making what he already had look cohesive,” says Noriega-Ortiz. “The last thing we wanted was for our furnishings to compete with his beautiful antiques.” The designer—in a stark departure from the ultramodern interiors he famously designed for the Mondrian hotel chain—brought in classic upholstered pieces, antique rugs and large-scale light fixtures to balance the dark wood of the owner’s

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BEST GUEST The designer chose a subdued palette in the guest room, keeping the windows drapery-free at the client’s request. Two side chairs from British Khaki offer seating, and the bed linens are from Frette. C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 183

traditional English and sculptural Chinese antiques. “We didn’t want to have just one particular style in any one room,” he explains. “If we had English furniture, we’d mix it with Chinese and modern.” In the living room, he placed a custom camelback sofa beneath the large window and grouped it with the client’s antique Chinese low table and chairs. A massive French light fixture fills out the soaring ceiling, and leather-covered Cassina chairs provide a second sitting area. In the adjoining library, Noriega-Ortiz displayed the owner’s equestrian artwork along with a low-slung chenille-covered sofa and chairs that he designed. “We didn’t use any patterns, or chintz or stripes,” he says of the fresh look achieved through the fabric choices. “We didn’t want it to look too old, so keeping it light and monochromatic was very important.”

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HAUTE BATH Zahn designed the opening for the master bathroom specifically to fit an antique Chinese door with intriguing detailing from the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection. Tiles from Country Floors cover the walls; the stand-alone tub is from Duravit.

HOME WORK The vaulted ceiling of the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office creates an intimate atmosphere, especially when paired with Chinese antiques from his collection. The windows boast turn-ofthe-century steel frames salvaged by Seekircher Steel Window Repair.

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The designer hung textured handmade wallpaper in the dining room, which is simply furnished with a leather-topped library table the

TA K E C A R E The nearby caretaker’s house—designed by Zahn—incorporates a three-car garage with one-bedroom living accommodations on the second floor. Reclaimed barn siding lends the structure a timeworn feel, and a low border of stacked granite reflects the material of the main house.

homeowner found in England. The client also found the pendant— a reproduction of a Chinese lantern—that hangs above the British Khaki bed in the master bedroom. “He didn’t want me to do any draperies,” says Noriega-Ortiz, “so I convinced him to do the naturallinen upholstered wall panels. It calmed the room and brought the ceiling down to a comfortable level.” In keeping with the theme of the architecture, Noriega-Ortiz aimed for a feeling of timelessness in the interiors. “The more time passes, the more the house starts to match the antiques,” he says. “That is the beauty of it. You walk in and think that these antiques have been with the house for generations.” L LUXE INTERIORS

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W R I T T E N B Y B RI E LLE M. FE RREIRA

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y PIETER ESTE RSO HN

TO STEP THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR OF THIS NEW YORK APARTMENT IS NOT ONLY TO ENTER THE ELEGANT WORLD OF THE BUSINESSWOMAN WHO CALLS IT HOME, BUT ALSO TO PAY A VISIT TO THE

CENTURY BEFORE RESTING

FOR A SPELL AMIDST THE LUSH LANDSCAPE OF AN OLD CHINESE VILLAGE.

That may seem like a lot of ground to cover

from a modestly sized space on the Upper West Side, but luckily, the tour guide is uniquely qualified for this kind of expedition: Designer Thomas Jayne’s extensive historical studies have allowed him to seamlessly blend inspirations from different cultures and eras. However, even Jayne himself wasn’t prepared for what would happen during his first meeting with his future client. Equipped with a book of 18th-century dress silks from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, samples of antique Chinese wallpapers and clippings from past INTERIOR DESIGN Thomas Jayne, Jayne Design Studio, Inc. ARCHITECTURE Sarah A. Blank, SBD Kitchens, LLC BEDROOMS 1

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ON THE HUNT Designer Thomas Jayne shopped for the accessories in the dining room the oldfashioned way: scouring some of his favorite shops. He found the two early 19thcentury vases at Bardith; the hanging James Mont collage is from Alan Moss.

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projects and publications, Jayne was convinced that he had options that the homeowner could connect to in terms of inspiration, but he didn’t realize exactly how right he was. “She liked every one of our

P I TC H A T E N T Jayne and designer Marissa Stokes crafted a tented room backed by mirrors to balance the single, off-center window in the dining area. The custom pedestal table from Laszlo Sallay is paired with the homeowner’s existing chairs, which have been reupholstered in fabrics from Nancy Corzine and Coraggio Textiles.

ideas,” he explains. “So, we used them all!” After working with longtime collaborator Sarah A. Blank to knock down some walls and open up the space, and to give a much-needed facelift to the dated kitchen, Jayne began assigning different décor schemes to different rooms, weaving stories throughout the home with help from designer Marissa Stokes from his studio. Together, they mixed pieces from the owner’s extensive antiques collection—giving them a jolt with fresh finishing and upholstery—with handsome new finds, like the chandelier and porcelain vases in the tented dining room, and impressive custom pieces, like the dining table and bookcases LUXE INTERIORS

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from Laszlo Sallay. “I’m not of the school that ‘everything must go’ when designing a new home,” says Jayne. “She had a lot of nice things that I might not have picked out for myself but that speak to her and have a lot of spirit. I think that’s what makes it a better apartment. It’s hers.” Jayne commissioned painter Anne Harris to bring his book-bound inspiration to life on the walls of the living room—the bright leaves and blooms that once graced the silk of an antique gown now recreated to outfit interiors instead. A portrait of Marie Antoinette from the homeowner’s collection makes a powerful statement against the playful backdrop. “It was over-the-top and fun,” says Jayne. “People are often afraid to hang things on patterned walls, but I think they actually complement each other. You have to exercise good judgment, but I think it can make the art look better.” He puts this theory into practice once more in the master bedroom with its reproduction Chinese wallpaper, with similar results. And while the designer toned it down in the library, opting for a neutral, handcrafted wallpaper and soft colors on the reupholstered sofa and the antique Persian rug underfoot, he couldn’t resist having

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BOOKED SOLID The library is tame compared to some other rooms in the apartment, but still offers major design impact thanks to a hand-blocked wallpaper from Weitzner, wall sconces from Vaughan, a blue glazed table lamp from Antony Todd and an 18th-century coffee table from Florian Papp Antiques.

D ES K AG E N DA A custom Parsons-style lacquered desk by Daniel Scuderi adds an element of unexpected modernity to the master bedroom. The antique mirror above, which was found at Alan Moss, provides the perfect contrast. C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 192

a bit of fun in the room, with another one of the crowning glories from the homeowner’s portraiture collection. “We made up a whole history for that piece,” Jayne laughs. “We like to tell visitors that the subject’s husband was one of the first Egyptian explorers and that he had two secret families—an Egyptian one and an English one.” And for her part, the homeowner has been having a lot of fun in her new space, too: “Thomas gave me a thoroughly livable space that’s also highly unusual and stunning. I’m very happy to live here.” L

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ROOM WITH A VIEW To keep the hand-painted, scenic Chinese mural wallpaper from Gracie Studio from getting overwhelming, Jayne and Stokes toned down the rest of the master bedroom, opting for light, simple linens, a custom headboard from De Angelis Upholstery and soft blue wallto-wall wool carpeting from Beauvais Carpets.

swing shift. W R I T T E N B Y JORGE S. ARANGO

P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y JESSICA KLEWICKI GLYNN

DESPITE ITS GRAND PROPORTIONS AND NEOCLASSICAL AND GREEK

REVIVAL

INTENTIONS,

PLANTATION

ARCHITECTURE

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“The house itself,” says architect Raul Sotolongo, “is a box that you add layers to—balconies, porches, terraces—which create intermediate environments to the outdoors, as well as their own microclimates.” Immense windows allow for cross-ventilation, while the added porches and loggias shield those windows and the rooms beyond from harsh direct sunlight. But then there are those heavy Tara-like trappings: the carved garlands, the stepped baseboards and dentil moldings. These were an awkward fit for a Coral Gables couple in their thirties with three children ranging in age from 10 to mid-teens. Along with builder Emilio Cubero, Sotolongo had the task HOME BUILDER Emilio Cubero, Artigues & Cubero Builders ARCHITECTURE Raul Sotolongo, Sotolongo Salman Henderson Architects, LLC LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Phil Prellezo, Philcorp Landscape BEDROOMS 5

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VERVE OF STEEL Builder Emilio Cubero suggested the bioethanolburning EcoSmart fireplace and then encased it in a simple gray box surround. Its clean lines help highlight the classic silhouettes of furniture fabricated by Alfredo Custom Furniture and upholstered in washable Romo cottons.

LOUIS LOUIS A vignette in the family room features two chairs with curvaceous Louis profiles paired with a Carrara marble-topped table from Jalan Jalan Miami. American walnut floors run underfoot and balance the crisp whites of the walls and draperies.

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of streamlining what he calls â&#x20AC;&#x153;a variation of a Georgian foursquareâ&#x20AC;? home, in which the main public spaces anchor the four corners of the house. Before ground was broken, however, Cubero had one particularly sticky problem he and Sotolongo had to tackle. The lot was basically a hammock restricted by the City of Miami in terms of what trees could and could not be cut down, and a biologist was brought in to determine that the one in the exact center of the site was not worth saving because of damage from Hurricane Andrew two decades ago.

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I N T H E SW I N G On the front porch, an ebonized oak swing built by D & A Studio hangs near a charred iron lantern from Farreyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The Adirondack chair, made of recycled postconsumer plastic and available at Design Within Reach, is by Greg Benson and Jeff Taly for Loll.

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Seven months later, the tree came down. The many remaining live oak and ficus trees—and the welcome shade they cast—helped guide

HIGH CONTRAST The pairing of white custom cabinets by Rick’s Cabinet Tree, black Ann Sacks subway tile, and an island and countertops of black granite fabricated by E&B Classic Floors is a graphic backdrop for family meals. Era barstools are from Design Within Reach.

the design of the home’s siting and structure. Inside, Cubero’s mission was matching the room envelopes to the structure’s stripped-down classicism. He collaborated with Sotolongo, he says, “to make all the baseboards, casings and window profiles less traditional.” The original stair, for instance, was carved wood. “We made it feel lighter by using iron that had a simple twist.” Richly stained wood floors throughout were also subtly interrupted at every

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U P WA R D LY M O B I L E A mother-of-pearl chandelier in the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entryway imparts a touch of glamour to the stairwell. Cubero and architect Raul Sotolongo quietly reference Spanish wrought-iron work on the banister by streamlining the usual ornateness.

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doorway by thresholds that were stained just a shade darker, quietly marking passage from space to space. The dĂŠcor required something equally clean, tailored and thoughtful, though low maintenance was also a priority for a busy mother with adolescent kids. The first step was to pare down the palette to black, white and gray, mixed with natural tones and textures. In her personal style, the wife favored an unadorned classic aesthetic,

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SCHOLARLY NOTES In the music room-cum-library (bookshelves line the opposite wall), a quartet of chairs offers a comfy place for reading or taking in classical tunes played on the Steinway piano. A vibrant artwork that reflects the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Latin heritage adds a punch of color to the neutral walls.

GRAY AREA The dining roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s matte walls provide a dramatic foil for a bespoke Asian-inflected table with a black Quartz Compac tabletop from Miami Stone District. A custom antiqued glass mirror from Country French takes pride of place above the console fabricated by Alfredo Custom Furniture.

R E A D I N G M AT E R I A L In a sitting room at the entrance of the master suite, Alfredo Custom Furniture built thick bookshelves to line the walls, creating a small library for private reading time. Belgian linen covers twin chairs from Verellen of High Point.

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while the husband, who is in finance and travels a great deal, wanted something that harked back to traditional European precedents but without the gilt and garlands. As a result, the furnishings tend to be trimmed-down French and English forms sprinkled with the occasional Asian silhouette. Case in point: In the dining room, scaled-down wingback chairs at each end of the lacquer-like table pair with glossy Chippendale-esque seating. Upholstered pieces in the living areas are covered with easy-to-maintain cottons and linens, all of them devoid of pattern. The look is enduring rather than ephemeral.

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TACTILE QUALITY The master bedroom features a soothing blend of sensual textures: a custom headboard covered in Romo cotton; velvet Jonathan Adler ottomans; luxurious bedding from Restoration Hardware; and a Belgian linen-covered lounge and ottoman from Verellen. Bedside lamps are from Michael Dawkins Home.

W H I T E WAT E R Gold Calacatta marble on the master bathroom’s vanity and the Ocean Blue honed travertine of the floor, both from Miami Stone District, were fabricated by E&B Classic Floors. The ottoman is from Lee Industries; the tub is by Waterworks.

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Though the home’s whole interior and exterior aesthetic appear to be effortless, challenges—like that restricted hammock—did arise. One of those tricky tasks was the pool. The wife, remembers landscape designer Phil Prellezo, specifically requested that this area resemble one of the luxurious modern Miami Beach hotels across Biscayne Bay. To achieve the effect, Cubero and Sotolongo designed a pool of pouredin-place, polished and stained concrete that matched the streamlined feel of the home’s structure and interiors without leaning too modern. It required a high level of craftsmanship but made the backyard feel at the same time contemporary and classic.

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TAKE SHELTER Impressive industrial steel beams support the pool cabanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ceiling, which shelters an outdoor kitchen, a teak dining table with a top made of lavastone by Alfredo Custom Furniture, lamps from Country French and cobblestone floors from Miami Stone District.

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Prellezo then surrounded it and the complementing poured-in-place concrete pavers with flat lawn and mostly green plantings that

FORESTED ACRE The pool cabana was built along the edge of the natural hammock. Landscape designer Phil Prellezo complemented the woodland setting by planting royal, coconut and sabal palms, as well as underlayers composed of many varieties of ferns. A gravel terrace extends back into the hammock.

harmonize with, rather than distract from, the symmetry and order of the architecture: mainly varied palms and ferns. Gravel paths meander into the hammock and around the house. It is only in the front that things get floral, with begonia, hibiscus and Tahitian gardenia mixing into the greenscape. In a way, what the team did was reinvent the plantation home for todayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;simpler, smaller, but with the same grand spirit. L

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GATHERINGS

Photography by Damian Hickey

JANUS ET CIE On May 1, Pamela Jaccarino, Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, gave an engaging and informative presentation on passion, imagination and design at the Boston Design Center, sponsored by Janus et Cie. Over 200 guests were in attendance to hear Pamela speak about the inspirations and influences that help shape creativity and interior design today. Following the presentation, guests were treated to a lovely luncheon in the stunning Janus et Cie showroom on the main floor of the BDC. www.bostondesign.com

Photography by Adriel Reboh

LIGNE ROSET Luxe Interiors + Design and Ligne Roset partnered to host an informative and exciting cocktail reception on Wednesday, May 2. Partners of Ligne Roset Soho, Lori Bruno and Laurie Messman both attended the successful event. Guests were thrilled to have Antoine Roset of Ligne Roset and furniture designer Brad Ascalon speak about the importance of sustainability, quality in furniture and the evolution of design at Ligne Roset. www.ligneroset.com

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