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EDITOR’S LETTER

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MADE IN AMERICA With a passion for the handcrafted, these creatives are placing their personal stamps on bespoke furnishings.

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HERITAGE In a fast-paced, digitally focused era, the resurgence of a folk-inspired tradition is having a moment in a very modern way.

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COLLABORATION Heath Ceramics and Sherrill Manufacturing, two companies with an honest spirit committed to craft, bring their newest joint venture to the table.

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SCENE Our cheat sheet to all things new and fabulous in the local design community.

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Above: The latest fabric designs hint at breezy beach days ahead.

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MATERIAL A balmy beach backdrop sets the scene for the latest in indoor and outdoor fabrics.

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TREND Art installations across the country inspire our spring shopping lists.

SPOTLIGHT Alfresco furnishings and accessories meet their matches on and off the tennis court.

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KITCHEN + BATH Take it outside with a superb selection of kitchen and baths that celebrate open-air living.

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THE REPORT Transform your landscape into an extraordinary retreat with Luxe's guide to outdoor spaces.

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GRAPHIC & NOVEL In Wicker Park, a young couple with funky leanings gets their wish for a home filled with bright colors, playful patterns and a balance of vintage and modern furnishings. Written by Tate Gunnerson / Photography by Dustin Halleck

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SITE TO BEHOLD A design team comes together to give empty nesters in Lake Forest their perfect forever house, complete with garden views and plenty of space for family. Written by Liz Arnold / Photography by Nathan Kirkman

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CHANGE AGENT From graffiti to music, mixed-media artist Chris Silva finds inspiration for his work in the culture of his surroundings. Written by April Hardwick / Photography by Tony Favula

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CULTURAL EXCHANGE A move from the suburbs to the city brings a welcome change to a Chicago couple—and a residence ideally suited to their new lifestyle. Written by Maile Pingel / Photography by Nathan Kirkman

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f the many experiences that shaped me when I was a young girl, becoming a Girl Scout was one of them. I started as a Brownie at the age of 7 before earning enough badges on my vest, and years of service, to graduate to full Scout. It wasn’t so much the selling of cookies or the camaraderie of being part of a girl troop that left an indelible mark. Rather, it was an outing ... my first hike in the woods. I remember it vividly. Being on the trail in a heavily wooded area on Long Island’s North Shore. The crisp air; the sound of my boots crunching the leaves as we all trotted in unison along the footpath; the texture of the tree bark and the way the sunlight dappled through. I absolutely loved it (truth be told, team sports were not my thing). To this day, my favorite outdoor activity is still a long hike in the woods. In this issue, we celebrate outdoor living in all its glory. Our editors take you from the beach to the tennis courts and also through some stunning gardens and bucolic grounds. As the Scouts always say, “Be prepared.”

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hether their styles are historically referential or avant-garde, independent makers across the country offer a quality of design and innovation that stands on its own—one that speaks to a distinct spirit and pride of being locally produced and manufactured. These talents hail from different backgrounds and work within varying mediums, but share common ideals about craftmanship and artisanal values, which are redefining what it means to be American made.

Inspired by the great American woodworker, furniture maker and architect George Nakashima, Jonah Meyer designed Sawkille Co.’s Minna chair (left), Rainbow chair (right) and Orbit table (bottom left) with form and function in mind.

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Growing up in rural Pennsylvania with parents who were both involved in the arts, Jonah Meyer was drawn to a profession involving artistry and craftsmanship. Surrounded by a traditional landscape and instilled with a hands-on approach during his childhood, Meyer found himself continually crafting something new and often practical. After graduating from Rhode Island School of Design in 1993, he moved to the Catskills, opened a studio—which later became Sawkille Co.—and began making chairs, a self-admitted obsession. “It was always something I did on the side, and I consider it the ultimate challenge,” says Meyer. “Chair mechanics should balance cool design and ergonomics.”

Working primarily with wood out of his Kingston, New York, studio, his process is as uncomplicated as the raw materials he uses by steering clear of computer programs and opting to sketch ideas the old-fashioned way. Next, he works with whatever is available at his fingertips—often plywood— to make his prototypes. Multiply this practice by five or six until the designer believes he’s landed on something “equally artistic and comfortable.” Adding his own twist to distinctly American styles, Meyer hopes his designs capture something original that people will recognize as his own. “It can be tough to produce at this level in the United States,” he says. “So, it’s really exciting to know that people think we are doing something interesting.”

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MISSOULA, MONTANA Since his childhood, the Montana landscape has influenced John Greytak’s life journey. As a boy taking breaks from working on his family’s farm during the summer months, he would explore and scour the surrounding lands rife with natural elements. Fast forward to when Greytak was decorating his Montana lodge, he accompanied his designer to Tucson’s gem and mineral show where his love for the craft was rekindled, and his passion for a larger artistic purpose brought about the birth of Studio Greytak. “In elevating

these minerals and geodes to take a prominent place in homes, people can further appreciate the beauty nature provides,” says Greytak. All rare materials are sourced from six continents and brought to Missoula, where his team curates each gem to incorporate into furniture, objets and jewelry. After local artisans craft the accompanying metal, wood and glass pieces, the components return to the studio where they are assembled into “functional art.” Greytak’s greatest source of pride: “We are crafting these heirloomquality pieces in Montana—one of the most beautiful and inspiring places in our country.”

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A modern-day textile couturier, Maki Yamamoto is known for her highly specialized work using sumptuous fabrics as her canvas. When studying fashion design at the renowned Bunka Fashion College in her home city of Tokyo, Japan, Yamamoto found herself simultaneously immersed in painting and drawing, passions which led her to seek further artistic training at the National Academy School of Fine Arts in New York City. “I always enjoyed fashion, art and design, so I wanted to do something where I could mix these together,” says the designer.

And in 2003, she did just that—she merged her work as an artist and fashion designer by artfully embellishing luxury textiles with painterly motifs, modern embroidery, contemporary appliqués and handstitched details to adorn furnishings, lighting pieces, bed linens, drapery, pillows and art installations for her high-end interior design clientele. While her Japanese design background and penchant for traveling have played a large role in her work thus far, she also finds herself deeply moved by the long legacy of American craftsmanship. “I am very impressed by the extremely talented furniture and textile makers in the United States,” says Yamamoto. “Their techniques and passion inspire me greatly.”

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HUDSON VALLEY, NEW YORK “To me, the tradition of hard work to create something beautiful without taking shortcuts defines what it means to be American made,” says lighting designer and fabricator Joseph Pagano. Pagano’s studio and workshop in Hudson Valley, New York, where every element of his lighting designs, including the pieces’ fittings and hardware, is made

in-house, poignantly speaks to that belief. Upon graduating from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia with a degree in industrial design, Pagano moved to New York City and enrolled in a glassblowing class at The Experimental Glass Workshop, now known as UrbanGlass, and was immediately hooked. “The physicality of the material—the heat, the moving of the molten—and the endless possibilities really drew me in,” says the designer. Pagano’s latest

collection is influenced by the color, shapes and textures of nature, and his intention is to produce extraordinary lighting pieces that double as artwork. For the designer, years of experience has not only brought an advanced artistry of his craft and a full-scale workshop, but also a confidence in his creative instinct.

“After 30 years, creativity flows out of me without interruption,” says Pagano. “There is no second guessing anymore; it is very rewarding.”

⊲ ESTUDIO PERSONA Emiliana Gonzalez and Jessie Young, the duo behind Estudio Persona, were only acquaintances when they lived in their home country of Uruguay. Little did they know that a move to the United States, both for their husbands’ work in film, would solidify their bond as creative compatriots. Gonzalez was originally trained as a product designer and Young as a conceptual artist, and after two years of working as interior designers together, the pair decided to morph their partnership into one that capitalized on both their disciplines and a shared passion for creating products. Informed by the brutalist architecture of its owners’ native country, Estudio Persona’s pieces are sculptural and muted in color, which helps to highlight the studio’s blending of raw and unexpected materials, such as metal and leather. Many of the local Los Angeles artisans that help fabricate Estudio Persona’s pieces are immigrants themselves, and this provides an enormous sense of satisfaction for Gonzalez and Young.

“For us, it’s much bigger than just our work; it’s a human service,” says Young.

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Artisan. Small-batch. Handcrafted. From food to furniture, we’re intrigued by origin stories and desire a personal stamp on what we purchase. American folk art exemplifies these qualities; it’s emblematic of heritage and a homespun, handmade quality. Interestingly, in this hyper-fast age, we’re seeing its enduring design return to the scene. “The revival of American folk, just like the resurgence of the maker movement, is rooted in the desire for authenticity and story,” says Pamela Kelly, vice president of licensing and brand management for the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Artists and designers have been influenced by folk themes throughout the decades—from Picasso’s paintings inspired by African tribal masks and last year’s exhibit at the American Folk Art Museum in New York exploring quilts as living records of history to the recent partnership between Cassina and Calvin Klein. For the collaboration, Cassina debuted a limited run of its iconic Feltri chairs upholstered with heirloom Amish quilts. Raf Simons, the chief creative officer at Calvin Klein, refers to the chairs as a “cultural correspondence,” where modern design meets a symbol of American culture.

Folk-inspired designs are not only a way to preserve traditions and cultures, but also a means to pause, reflect and reconnect to a slower, more intentional way of life in today’s fast-paced world.

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“People are taking the time to appreciate attention to detail, embrace the handmade, and honor the voices of American folk crafts,” says Rachel Doriss, design director of Pollack Studio.

For its spring 2018 Undaunted Collection, Pollack partnered with Santa Fe’s Museum of International Folk Art to create 11 fabrics inspired by pieces from the institution’s extensive textile archive. Each Undaunted pattern features original elements reinterpreted in a contemporary way.

Text Message, for example, was inspired by 19th-century samplers used to practice embroidery.

“Our take is a woven sampler with letters and motifs using weaving terms,” says Doriss. “From afar, it looks like a sample, but up close, there are hidden messages and even emojis.”

Artist and designer Kiva Motnyk founded New York City’s Thompson Street Studio with a similar philosophy. Inspired by the tactile quality inherent in folk art, her modern application of traditional textile techniques—weaving, knitting, quilting—helps keep crafting traditions alive.

“It’s inevitable in a technological society that people will return, from time to time, to what is personal and authentic,” she says. Excited to see the revival of folk-inspired design in homes imbued with a new energy and vision, Motnyk thinks it’s a natural way for artists to collaborate and share their cultural histories as creatives working in America.

For his modern Americana-style interiors, Portland-based designer Max Humphrey pulls in folk-inspired elements to infuse personality into spaces using pottery, tramp art frames and quilts that lend character and context to otherwise neutral backdrops. “Folk has a broad appeal because people are inspired by things made by hand right here in America,” he says.

“It’s timeless because it’s symbolic.” In a sense, folk-inspired design is a tool to communicate and preserve stories of craftspeople and communities from the past in a way that’s relevant to our current culture—and that never goes out of style.

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Folk-inspired designs take the form of quilts, such as the one shown on the previous page by Thompson Street Studio. Other examples of the movement include Max Humphrey’s unique Americana-style interiors (top); Pollack’s Folklore Collection (center) inspired by the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Cassina’s Feltri Collection by Gaetano Pesce (bottom) with vintage quilts selected by Raf Simons for Calvin Klein.

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There is something to be said for finding the right fit, especially when it comes to honoring a design brand’s legacy. So, when the Sausalito, California-based ceramics and home goods company Heath Ceramics was looking for an American manufacturer to round out its tabletop offerings with its first-ever flatware line, it discovered exactly who to turn to: Sherrill Manufacturing. “We have a deep affinity for companies with heritage and for those remaining when all others have gone elsewhere,” says Heath Ceramics co-owner Robin Petravic of Sherrill.

Sherrill, founded by Matt Roberts and Greg Owens in New York in 2005, is now the only flatware brand making its products in the United States—an enormous source of pride for its founders. “We grew up in this community,” Roberts says. “And we’re survivors.” Despite the nearly 3,000-miles between the two companies, “we walked hand-in-hand down the path together,” he remarks.

The result is a five-piece cutlery collection called Muir, the first of three flatware designs

by Heath Ceramics (the last two lines are set to launch later this year). The pieces—two forks, two spoons and a knife—honor both brands’ history and devotion to American craftsmanship by showcasing a timeless and humble design with smooth edges, elegant lines and a satisfying grip.

Heath Ceramics and Sherrill challenged each other’s perceived limits of manufacturing and design, producing a collection that reflects its shared values and honest spirit committed to craft. “It’s not just about design—it’s also about respect for materials,” says Heath’s Studio Director Tung Chiang, who collaborated with Roberts on the collection. Through their partnership, Chiang learned of Sherrill’s nearly 20-step manufacturing process and the significance of a special tool: a tumbling

To create its new Muir flatware line, Heath Studio Director Tung Chiang first sketched the pieces and then carved wooden models, which Sherrill Manufacturing reproduced in metal (above). Historical designs and vintage flatware samples adorn a wall in Sherrill’s archive room (top).

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ON the HUNT SASHA ADLER

Formerly co-design director of Nate Berkus Associates, Chicagoan Sasha Adler ventured out on her own last June to launch Sasha Adler Design. With a background in fashion before becoming an interior designer, Adler has a keen eye for vintage and incorporates a mix of old and new in all her clients’ homes. “I always advise my clients to invest long-term in vintage and antique pieces,” she says. “If you buy an amazing vintage chandelier and you move, and it doesn’t work with your new home, you can always sell it. But it doesn’t work that way with a new sofa.” With that tip in mind, Adler shares her top three spots around town to score amazing finds. sashaadlerdesign.com

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Kumiko, the highly anticipated new West Loop bar by Noah and Cara Sandoval and Julia Momose, finally opened this winter, and the five-course omakase menu and Japanese-inspired cocktails were worth the wait. But just as fascinating is the woodwork incorporated into the interior design, which informed the eatery’s name. Partner and creative director Momose, who grew up in Japan, was instrumental in bringing the one-of-a-kind design to Chicago. Here, she explains the meaning behind the intricate woodwork. barkumiko.com What is the history of the Japanese woodworking style, kumiko?

In Japanese, kumiko is written 組子. The first character refers to assembly. The second character translates to “child.” In this case, it refers to a part or piece. Together, these characters depict the craft of joinery, a practice in which no hardware is used to hold the intricate pieces together. Research shows there are examples of kumiko found in ancient Japanese temples.

Why was it important for you to incorporate this technique into the design of the restaurant? I grew up with philosophies in Japan that are hard to translate into English. The kumiko panels in the space act as a visual representation of these ideals. This circles back to the reason we named the bar Kumiko: as an homage to the journey of making something the best it can be.

How were you able to bring the pieces to Chicago? We worked with Masa Kaneko of Crafits Design Studio in New York City, who has a direct connection to Tanihata Co. in Toyama, Japan. I drew elevations of what I was envisioning, and Kaneko configured the drawings into a professional document to send to Tanihata Co. The entire process took a few months, from completing the design to receiving the carefully packaged panels in the mail.

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Favorite finds: A 1970s steel Michel Boyer side table produced in France, a painted bull skull by a new artist, a Fontana Arte glass dish and a pair of Sergio Mazza sconces from the ’60s. pavilionantiques.com

2. REDEFINED DÉCOR Neighborhood: West Town Why she loves it: “This is always my go-to stop for client accessories. They have everything from leather-bound books to rock crystals.”

Favorite finds: An 18th-century mahogany box, an amethyst on a metal stand and an African Yoruba Oba beaded crown. redefineddecor.com

3. ASHLEY & SLOANE Neighborhood: Libertyville Why she loves it: “This mecca of French antiques is actually owned by my great aunt, Betsy Karp. She finds the most incredible antique mirrors and dining chairs.”

Favorite finds: An 18th-century gilt-wood mirror with the original mercury mirror and split glass, and a set of original 18th-century Louis XVI dining chairs. ashleyandsloane.com WRITTEN BY KELSEY OGLETREE

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When Monique Volz moved to Chicago and launched her cooking blog, Ambitious Kitchen, in 2014, she chose a name that could grow with her. Last summer she and her husband, Tony Bucciferro, expanded their brand with the launch of Ambitious Home, an Uptown-based business hawking vintage Turkish and Persian rugs. Volz started collecting rugs about three years ago. “I wanted them all to be antique,” she says. “I like the colors more, and when they’re a little more worn, to me, it’s just more beautiful.” By late spring the couple plans to open Ambitious Home in Uptown, which will include vintage rugs along with art, ceramics, plants, natural beauty products and other items that fit Volz’ style. “We want it to be a place where you can find something you’d be proud to have in your space and that tells a story.” ambitioushome.com

The Chicago History Museum is throwing it back to the 1930s-50s for this exhibition running through Dec. 1 as part of the Terra Foundation for American Art’s yearlong Art Design Chicago initiative. Exploring nearly 300 objects on display for the first time—Wolfgang Hoffmann tubular furniture, streamlined appliances for stores such as Sears and Montgomery Ward, Radio Flyer wagons and more—visitors can trace the history of Chicago through an era that shaped the look and feel of modern America. The companion book, Art Deco Chicago: Designing Modern America (Yale University Press, 2018), further delves into the city’s role in developing architecture, graphic design and products that defined 20th-century middle-class style. chicagohistory.org/modern

DESIGN for LIVING THREE LOCAL DESIGN PROFESSIONALS ELABORATE ON THE MOST SPECTACULAR DETAILS OF THESE NEW HIGH-RISES.

“The interiors for Eight Eleven Uptown were influenced by the neighborhood’s historic Uptown Theatre, Riviera Theatre and Aragon Ballroom. Under the marquee, an homage to the Uptown blade sign leads to the amenity areas, which embrace that vintage theatrical feel with textured surfaces, marble cladding and upholstery rendered in sumptuous velvets.”

“To curate a cohesive entry from exterior to interior at The Paragon, we translated the building’s form into a stunning feature element using a series of towering, two-story walnut slabs with angular contrasting reveals applied to the entry wall. This wall creates an impact and brings warmth, pattern and sophistication to this incredible volume.”

“One focal point of the amenity spaces at One Bennett Park is the main lounge. Conceived as a modern interpretation of the main salon in a grand palazzo, it’s a large room with chamfered corners, a shaped ceiling and a Turkish marble fireplace. The colors are deep and rich, with bespoke furniture slathered in velvet mohair and buttery leather. It’s a quiet oasis in the heart of the city.”

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Since 1934, Fisher & Paykel has been challenging conventional appliance design to deliver products tailored to human needs. “We have a proud history of developing innovative products,” says Vice President of Product Management Shane Rehm. “This innovation has evolved beyond just the products we design, and has become the cornerstone of our aspiration to be the most human-centered appliance brand.” Today, Fisher & Paykel operates in 50 countries and develops technology for the kitchen that improves everyday life.

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Lloyd Flanders offers 23 distinct collections in a broad range of styles, from traditional to contemporary. Whether a luxury-scale sectional or porch swing, there’s something for every outdoor space. While different regions of the country follow different trends, Lloyd Flanders’ furniture stays consistent with three key elements common in every design: timelessness, comfort and functionality. “Our furniture is built to last, and to be used as much as possible,” president and CEO Dudley Flanders says. Central to this is Flanders’ proprietary Lloyd Loom wicker—a natural-fiber wicker that features long-lasting, high-performance Durium polyester coating for outdoor durability and flexibility.

Thus, the furniture withstands full exposure to the elements—sun, rain, even snow—with minimal maintenance. “Vacuum or use a soft brush on woven material and cushions to remove organic material and loosen surface soil, then rinse with a mild detergent and clean water; it’s that simple,” says Warren Juliano, senior vice president of sales and marketing, regarding the line’s trademark ease of care.

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In and around her Amenia, New York, pool house, designer Ariella Duker effortlessly mixed Moroccan, French and Swedish antiques to create an entertaining space that feels both cool and casual. The landscaping was designed by Louis Fusco Landscape Architects.

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When designer Ariella Duker of A-List Interiors bought 10 1/2 acres in New York’s picturesque Hudson Valley, she didn’t imagine that months of building delays on the property’s main home would mean designing the pool house first. “The estate is beautiful in the summer months,” Duker notes, so the pool area quickly became the focus. While originally the design of this space had been simpler and more seasonal, the structure is now built for year-round use and features a sophisticated scheme with an elegant kitchen for entertaining as well as a boho bath that adds to the eclectic feel. alistinteriors.com We love the global influence. The design and decoration certainly have a European flair: from the boxwoods and espalier trees framing the outside of the stucco structure to the antiques inside I’ve amassed over time. I like to think of this as country French in upstate New York. Even the bathroom feels international! I wanted the pool house to be both grand and casual at once.

How did you approach the kitchen? My hope was that it would feel less like a traditional kitchen and more like an entertaining space. Handcrafted English cabinetry with antique brass mesh reaches the 10-foot ceilings and it’s so nice to be able to keep seasonal items here. The dishwasher was also very important as it makes entertaining easy and, luckily, I have enough space to store an extra set of glasses and dishes. The kitchen really makes hanging around and lounging by the pool that much more relaxing!

Clockwise from top left: A corner bench from the Brimfield Antique Show sits under an architectural triptych. The small but mighty kitchen holds a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, Monogram ice maker and Shaws Original sink by Rohl. Walker Zanger tile decorates the floor of the bathroom.

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The bathroom is such a jewel box. Where did you begin with this space?

I fell in love with a salvaged door from a Moroccan riad and knew it would work perfectly for the bathroom entrance. From there, it was about mixing this distressed piece with a more high-style mosaic tile on the floors. While this room is small, it covers everything you need and encourages people to not go traipsing through the main house in wet bathing suits.

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“The lush flowering vine climbing this outdoor wall softens the entrance to the shower and also adds a delicious fragrance.”

PHOTOS, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: KARYN MILLET, JULIE ROSS, MARC BRYAN-BROWN.

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“WHILE THE CLIENTS WANTED THEIR OUTDOOR SHOWER TO FEEL LIKE THAT OF ONE AT AN EXOTIC RESORT, I KNEW THE SPACE ALSO NEEDED TO BE FUNCTIONAL WITH FOUR KIDS ROTATING IN AND OUT DURING MEMPHIS’S SWELTERING SUMMERS.” –JONATHAN SAVAGE, savageinteriordesign.com

Clockwise from top: At a Los Angeles property, Erik Evens of Evens Architects and Patricia Benner worked together to create a serene outdoor space. Blaze Makoid’s project in East Hampton, New York, is inspired by his client’s fondness for St. Barts' alfresco showers. In the Memphis heat, an outdoor shower is a necessity and Jonathan Savage chose a clean design for this space.

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“THIS SITE HAS AMAZING VIEWS, SO WE WANTED TO KEEP THE CONSTRUCTION SIMPLE. WE TUCKED THE SHOWER DEEP IN THE GARDEN AND BUILT A WINDOW THAT LOOKS OUT TO A SPECTACULAR OCEAN VISTA.” –BLAZE MAKOID, blazemakoid-architecture.com

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1 BEDSIDE MANOR LTD. For a look that’s as good as gold, look no further than Abyss/Habidecor. The Dolce Rug catches the eye and pampers feet, while the Super Pile towels come in many colors. Discover them all at Bedside Manor in Winnetka. (920 Green Bay Road · 847.441.0969 · shopbedside.com) 2 BENVENUTI AND STEIN Benvenuti and Stein Design Build is an award-winning, luxury home remodeler featuring in-house custom cabinetry, serving Chicago and North Shore for 41 years. (899 ½ Green Bay Road · 847.866.6868 · benvenutiandstein.com) 3 MARIGOLDS Marigolds is an eclectic furniture and home decor store featuring items from the Victorian era through the 1970s, with a great selection of midcentury modern pieces and vintage jewelry. (916 Green Bay Road · 847.501.2755) 4 VIVID ART GALLERY is an exciting art resource featuring works by more than 25 artists on display every day. With new art arriving daily, find the perfect pieces to complement any design. Shown is Larry Simon’s limited-edition print, A Pink Umbrella. (895 Green Bay Road · 224.505.5961 · vividartgallery.net) 5 MATERIAL POSSESSIONS This hand-twisted Lampakanai rope ottoman features black stripe details. Versatile extra seating creates the perfect finishing touch to any space. Measures 17.25"SQ x 18.25"H. (954 Green Bay Road · 847.446.8840 · materialpossessions.com) 6 ROBBINS ARCHITECTURE is a boutique architectural firm. For over 20 years, Robbins Architecture has created unique spaces that bring openness, light and warmth into people’s homes. (976 Green Bay Road · 847.446.8001 · robbinsarchitecture.com) 7 JEANNIE BALSAM INTERIORS Classic Interiors for a Modern Life! This award-winning, full-service interior design firm has specialized in new construction, renovations and interiors for nearly 20 years. (903 Green Bay Road, Suite 2N · 847.441.5228 · jeanniebalsam.com)

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Designed by San Francisco-based firm Strata Landscape Architecture, stately details and harmonious plantings take center stage on this lush residential property in Hillsborough, California.

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THE LATEST DESIGN TRENDS TO TRANSFORM YOUR LANDSCAPE INTO AN OUTDOOR OASIS.

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GREEN ESCAPE A garden is a manifestation of its creator, reflecting one’s personality and passions.

Just like how architectural elements, such as coffered ceilings or moldings, are added to interiors to reflect an owner’s style, the same attention to detail should be given to exterior spaces. Components of outdoor architecture—walls, paths, pergolas, gates, lighting, furnishings, waterworks and art—together form the backbone of a well-designed estate. Whether your preferred aesthetic is a well-kept topiary garden using traditional plantings or a freespirited mélange of natural flora, there are various structural elements—fabricated and organic—that contribute to properly planned greenery. Exuberant or contemplative, these spaces prove that inspiring architecture extends well beyond the walls of the home and into the great outdoors.

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Pavilions are an alternative way to provide shelter or act as an ornamental feature in landscape design. Unlike a typical gazebo, deconstructed structures with an exposed architectural framework, like this wrought-iron pavilion designed by architect Douglas Wright, who worked with LaGuardia Design Group and landscape designer Edwina von Gal, offers formality while allowing clear views to the Southampton, New York, property’s surrounding dogwood trees, Myrtle ground cover and a shallow reflecting pool. laguardiadesigngroup.com

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surface APPEAL There are few ways to enjoy a temperate evening better than eating alfresco, especially when the dining surface is as gorgeous as it is functional. Channeling summer living in the Hamptons, this round reclaimed plank top dining table is crafted from solid teak and thoughtfully designed to withstand the harshest elements. With available coordinating pieces, such as garden benches and lounge and arm chairs, your outdoor living space will exude classic style and laid-back elegance. mecox.com

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Drawing on materials long favored by architects as well as artists, including stainless steel, copper, bronze and stone, British sculptor David Harber creates dazzling artworks that react to and engage with their natural setting. Geometric pieces include Matrix (right), created from bronze hoops and inset with decorative plates of 23 3/4-karat gold. Dark Planet (far right) features an assemblage of hundreds of irregularly shaped puddle stones—“raw nature transformed to geometry,” the sculptor notes. davidharber.com

“A bench is a principal element to organize an outdoor space, making a garden into a room,” says McKinnon and Harris cofounder Anne Massie, who, with her brother, Will, turned to some of the company’s earliest designs, inspired by the Regency style, to create this Otey four-seater piece. The graceful diamond lattice back carries hints of chinoiserie, and the white hue offers a bright contrast to surrounding greenery. “There are so many ephemeral things in a garden, and a bench, like architecture, is the one thing that is unchanging,” says Will. mckinnonharris.com

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PYRAMID POWER Inspired by an 18th-century folly in Yorkshire by English architect John Carr, known for his imposing Palladian structures, the Needle’s Eye rises from a pond at Winterthur’s entrance. Like the sandstone original—designed to settle a wager about whether the Second Marquess of Rockingham could drive his coach through the eye of a needle—the floating pyramid features an ogee door and is topped with a finial in the shape of an urn.

⊳ TURKISH DELIGHT The influence of the Turkish Empire on English decorative arts coincided with the fashion for follies, resulting in exotic structures such as this bright pink tent. Fabric with hand-stitched details and a block-print pattern encloses a cozy interior full of plush seating—the perfect shelter from rainfall during a ramble through the grounds.

Winterthur’s original owner, the late collector and designer Henry Francis du Pont—who helped Jacqueline Kennedy renovate the White House—developed the gardens on the 1,000-acre estate in the early 20th century and incorporated various follies into his plans.

RUSTIC REFUGE ⊲ For a simple summer house, massive American beech stump pillars support a bundled beech twig roof, all from trees on the estate.

Grapevine and bittersweet vine serve as rafters, while stacked slices of birch stumps form an appealing pattern on an interior wall.

Inspired by a folly at The Royal Gardens at Highgrove, the retreat of Prince Charles, this wee picturesque structure is totally green.

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Eccentric, exotic and fanciful architectural structures were all the rage in English and European landscaping in the 18th century. We celebrate this craze with a look at the glorious range of follies on display through January at the legendary Winterthur estate in Delaware. winterthur.org

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Looking to make an eye-catching entry or porte cochere statement? Hammerton’s Chateau fixture, originally designed as an indoor accent and later modified for open-air living, proves that outdoor lighting can be both bold and elegant. As the only decorative lighting manufacturer to offer the industry’s highest performance standard for lasting durability in heavy UV and salt spray environments, this striking beauty can withstand all desert, coastal and tropical climates making it the ideal solution for a wide range of outside spaces. hammerton.com

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In his first book, The Art of Outdoor Living, California-based landscape designer Scott Shrader showcases the bucolic grounds of 12 properties as extensions of the homes they surround.

Shrader shares his tips for creating inviting alfresco spaces. shraderdesign.com What qualities should every outdoor area have? With seating, lighting and shelter, a garden can become another environment for living and entertaining. Typically, people feel most comfortable when they have some form of covering overhead, such as a steel trellis or a grid of old olive trees (shown above). Why is that? It is often overlooked as commonplace, but the much-needed shade produced by a tree’s branches provides its visitors with a sense of warmth and protection.

Any specific tricks to share? Wherever there is seating, I make sure it faces a beautiful view.

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To create the ultimate dramatic entrance, landscape architect Jarrod Ryan Baumann incorporated more than 2,800 succulents into a glorious vertical teak garden gate that opens to a Bay Area residence. The composition—an eye-catching arrangement of varietals in a range of shades and textures—blurs the line between nature and architecture in an innovative way. “Our designs tend to be very architectural,” notes Baumann, who used the gate to set the tone for the architecture and greenery within. “We see the landscape as both a structure and piece of land that we sculpt into something brilliant.” zeterre.com

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Believed to have been carried over from Buddhist garden tradition of using natural elements like tree stumps as seats, garden stools have been a part of the Chinese furniture tradition for 1,000 years.

Handmade of ceramic using old-master finishes and techniques, the Durian Garden stool (right) and Magnolia stool (far right) are both hand-glazed and uniquely feature a range of decorative motifs like foo dogs, magnolia blooms and simulated nailheads. Not only do they provide great versatility as a side table or extra seating, but they also add that much-needed pop of color or texture to any interior or exterior space. dennisandleen.com

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When landscape architect Janice Parker was given the opportunity to reinvigorate Altracraig, a historic estate in Ridgefield, Connecticut, initially designed by Ellen Shipman, one of the most accomplished garden designers of the early 20th century, it was an opportunity she couldn’t refuse. Here, Parker gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her work on this historical space. janiceparker.com With your passion for history, this project seems like a natural fit. I’ve always been inspired by the long line of creative and hardworking American female landscape architects who were innovators and trailblazers, especially Ellen Shipman, who broke the mold. She was a single mother from a less affluent background compared to others in her field. What was your vision for the estate? My client’s overarching goal was to preserve the historical nature of this property and return it to its earliest grandeur. With few existing records of the original garden and only one image from a postcard, I let Shipman’s design principles be my guide while adding my own modern perspective. Where did you begin? Working with architect Sean O’Kane, certain structural items, like the balustrade (shown above) and lower fountain, were restored to acknowledge the traditional architectural elements. In addition to the lush geometry and vibrant colors that define the plantings, I followed Shipman’s landscape principle of “enclosing” the space to make it similar to a garden room. Using hedges, necklaces of large trees and arches, I tried to weave in that classic sense of garden enclosures. How do you want visitors to experience the space? With the garden’s historical charm, versatile functionality and contemporary design, I want people to feel the magic of blending the past, present and future together, and not really know where they are.

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For homeowners in this modern world, the ideal outdoor space comprises great garden design and the infusion of technology. The critical elements of design—line, form, texture and color—pair with integrations of smart phone-operated irrigation, lighting and audio to create spectacularly designed spaces. Chalet, a lifestyle brand based in Wilmette, Illinois, has been enhancing outdoor living for the Chicagoland area one yard at a time for over 100 years with its esteemed landscape design and management services. “Today’s homeowner wants the same luxuries and aesthetics of the indoors extended to their outdoor space, including outdoor living/entertaining areas and gardens. The distinction between indoor and outdoor living spaces has become blurry, especially when the weather cooperates,” shares Nate Robinson, creative director and landscape architect at Chalet. In addition to the infusion of technology in outdoor design, Robinson says fire and water features, sport courts and dedicated vegetable gardens are increasingly in demand. One especially unique client request, Robinson recalls, was to design an outdoor turtle sanctuary and garden for a client whose passion is fostering at-risk animals. From high-tech to pet-friendly, Chalet designs these cherished spaces in direct relation to how the homeowner plans to use them and as a reflection of who they are.

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Ongoing care + optimization. Regular landscape management is a critical part of long-term success for any outdoor space. Pruning trees and shrubs and weeding and mulching plant beds are essential for maintaining the size and shape of plants as well as the design intent of the space.

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1. A water feature aligns with the central axis of the home, while two limestone patios are connected with steppers and a variety of groundcover plants. 2. The backyard patio is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and pergola with retractable screens for bug-free entertaining. 3. Lush perennial plantings create color and texture throughout the spring, summer and fall.

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In the fast pace of Chicago’s urban culture, outdoor living spaces provide homeowners a place to downshift, disconnect, relax and entertain beyond the footprint of their home. Thus, myriad design factors come into play—how homeowners live and function, maintenance needs and sustainable options. “Our landscape designs take into account our clients’ needs and any program features that will increase the function of their spaces, be it an outdoor kitchen, vegetable garden, alfresco dining, fire features or open play areas,” says Colleen Barkley, design manager of Mariani Landscape. As Chicago’s industry-leading landscape company, Mariani Landscape is a careful steward of the land, providing a firstrate client experience along with extraordinary design, installation and maintenance services. “In our seasonal climate, it’s important to select the right materials and plants for the exposure and space,” Barkley says. “Plan for winter with furniture or cushion storage solutions, and for rooftop gardens, secure furniture for strong winds.”

COHESION, COLLABORATION + CONSERVATION How do you maintain a cohesive style from indoors to outdoors? You can blend the indoors to out by using similar or complementary materials, patterns or tones throughout. Also, think about the views from the inside looking out; each space communicating with the next to draw the eye to focal points in the garden.

How do you bring your vision together with the clients for the desired outcome? We start with a client questionnaire to gather client input and guide the initial conversation. The design process begins with loose schematic ideas and images to share with clients, then collecting input to further refine the design concept.

How are you responding to the increasing demand for sustainable options? In conjunction with discussing our clients’ goals, we ask if they’d like us to integrate any green initiatives, such as native plantings or introducing naturalized areas in the design to reduce watering and mowing maintenance needs.

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1. The outdoor terrace accommodates an alfresco dining area. 2. This 29th-floor penthouse has spectacular city views with a landscape designed to invite guests outside through a series of elegant garden rooms, including an outdoor kitchen, dining space and sitting area. 3. Irregular bluestone pavers and a corten fire bowl define the sunken entertaining space.

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As owner and designer of Rooftopia, Jenn Lassa offers expert insight on the role outdoor living plays in today’s design. “Indoor and outdoor living spaces should be thoughtfully designed, artfully built and enjoyed collectively,” she says. “Outdoor spaces are essential for one’s health and well-being. People want a fabulous space to unwind, entertain and escape. Our work inspires people to spend more time outside; adds value to a home; and elevates enjoyment of the outdoors.” In fact, many of Lassa’s clients mention the “gravitational pull” of their new outdoor space. “Knowing how much our clients appreciate the transformation fuels our passion,” she says. Central to Rooftopia’s success is its commitment to products and best practices for people, plants and the planet. “We are thrilled to be creating habitats for birds and bees in unexpected places, like Chicago, and helping clients grow their own produce,” she says. Such cultivated work is the culmination of Rooftopia’s highly customized, bespoke approach to rooftop gardens and urban landscapes.

FROM BOUTIQUE TO UNIQUE As a boutique shop and studio, nearly every element of Rooftopia’s designs is handmade by its in-house fabricators. “A focus on craftsmanship and building things to last seems rarer than ever these days, so it’s our goal to offer clients a truly special experience— luxury, handmade and entirely personalized,” Lassa says. Always looking to push the boundaries of design and fabrication, Rooftopia recently added a CNC plasma table to its workshop, offering more extensive customized metalwork and limitless opportunities for one-of-a-kind features for shade, privacy, screens and railings.

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1. Designed as a modern family retreat, this garage roof features a custom pergola. The reclaimed barnboard wall, with original water feature, becomes a focal point from the lounge area. 2. This garage roof makeover included a comprehensive design, demo and roof repairs, new porcelain pavers, a modern pergola, custom privacy screens, perennials and accent lighting. 3. Nestled between the home and garage, this breakfast nook features a cedar trellis and porcelain pavers. Hydrangeas, lime green hostas and purple pansies color the shaded retreat.

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nterior designers David Hopkins and Aaron Miller were midway through their reimagination of a Victorian brick row home in Wicker Park when their clients, a stylish couple with a young daughter, called with some big news: They were expecting a second baby, and they wanted to completely renovate the kitchen before the child was born.

Could such a big job be completed in less than six months?

“Absolutely,” Hopkins told them with conviction. “I knew if they didn’t do it then, it might not happen for years.”

Although the classic white kitchen had been redone by the prior owner, who had installed floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, thick stone countertops and intricate moldings, it felt too traditional for the current owners, a trader and a producer

of film and television commercials. In fact, the entire home had been painted in beige tones that seemed off-brand for the clients, especially the wife. “She’s a fashion plate,” Miller says, recalling the distressed jeans and kimono the wife was wearing during one of their first meetings. “She wanted it to look ‘editorial’ and not too precious,” Hopkins adds. In other words: graphic, with bold pops of color and pattern. “We like vintage and modern—kind of the extremes,” says the wife. “We’re not afraid of color and we don’t like cookie-cutter style.”

In the formal living room, an antique chair upholstered in its original deep yellow velvet pops against white walls and glossy gray moldings. It joins a neutral white

Interior designer David Hopkins, who worked with interior designer Aaron Miller, painted the living room walls of this Victorian home in Wicker Park with Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter. The sofa is from the owners’ collection and the vintage chair is from Jayson Home.

Flanking the custom Petit Granite fireplace are mirrors from West Elm.

Moldings in a dark gray shade

by Fine Paints of Europe and a daybed from Noir Furniture lend a modern touch to the formal living room. Hopkins layered a mix of vintage and contemporary rugs: one from Oscar Isberian, one from ABC Carpet and two that were purchased directly from Turkey.

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Hopkins loved the owners’ table and chairs from Orange Skin, so he chose to keep them in the dining room. Custom draperies made of silk fabric by Jim Thompson Fabrics play off a collection of National Geographic magazines and juxtapose the deep-blue wall color by Fine Paints of Europe.

sofa and daybed around a new Petit Granite limestone fireplace mantel with exposed joints and radius corners.

“It’s appropriate to the Victorian proportions, but stripped down and simplified,” Miller says. The yellow fabric was actually inspired by the owners’ collection of vintage National Geographic magazines, which line the built-in shelving along one wall in the adjacent dining room. Yellow silk draperies echo the slightly deeper shade of the 1945 edition and stand out prominently against the peacockblue walls. Says Hopkins of the limited light in the space, “This is a sexy nighttime room.”

In the adjacent family room, the designers found a place for the owners’ Chesterfield sofa and chair, which they deconstructed and transformed into a single longer couch that better suits the room’s dimensions. A pair of ultrarealist faux trees with red-painted trunks and matching gravel ground covering add an unexpected punch of color. From the second-floor family room, where bright blue window moldings and hand-painted lines on the walls create a dynamic backdrop for the owner’s orange sectional sofa, the design flows into a bright closet-turnedoffice. “I wanted a crazy wallpapered room, but David wanted to freestyle it, and it makes such a big impact,” the wife says. “It looks busy at first, but it’s actually the most peaceful room.” Her wish for a bold wallcovering was granted in the guest bathroom, where stylized paper with a green-and-black malachite pattern was applied. In lieu of sconces, a pair of tall metal lamps on the stone countertop casts a moody glow.

Right: Blu Dot chairs provide additional seating to the custom banquette in the breakfast nook, where a 1930s Stanford University pub tabletop Hopkins found on 1stdibs is mounted on a Room and Board stainless base. The pendant fixture above the table is from Circa Lighting and the art above the banquette is by a relative.

Opposite: In the kitchen, the home’s traditional architecture gets an update in the form of large-scale hexagon flooring and backsplash tile from Home Carpet One. White Macaubas Quartzite countertops from Marble & Granite Supply of Illinois contrast nicely with the barstools from Design Within Reach.

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When it came to the kitchen, builder David Epstein says, “It was a tight timeline, but my guys were ready to go.” To save time, Hopkins reconfigured the existing perimeter cabinets, so they were able to order the countertops early in the process. Now lacquered with black paint, the traditional perimeter cabinetry juxtaposes flat-faced upper cabinets in gray, white quartzite countertops and large subway tile with a crackle finish. The designers’ intern spent nearly two dozen hours putting together patterns for the hexagon floor, which has been interpreted in a larger scale for a more modern look. “Victorian amplified,” Miller calls it. Along the opposite wall, a three-armed brass chandelier with black shades illuminates a new built-in channel-back

banquette and faceted blue metal chairs around a custom steel table with a weathered, initial-carved tabletop that was salvaged from a pub near Stanford.

Working under such a tight deadline was not without its challenges, but the designers fulfilled their promise to deliver a brand-new kitchen by the time the baby arrived. “It felt like a race,” the wife says. In fact, the contractors were tearing off the construction tape when the happy parents first walked in with their newborn daughter. “They have an amazing ability to nail it on the first try,” the wife says of the design team. “This is a little creative oasis, and beyond that, it’s a great family house.

We really snagged a gem.”

As a counterpoint to the vibrant colors throughout the home, the master bedroom’s white walls provide a neutral backdrop for a four-poster bed and side tables from RH. From the ceiling hangs a vintage 1920s chandelier from Antique Resources. The bedside lamps are from Arteriors.

A graphic wallcovering by Zoffany and a mirror from RH complement the existing cabinetry, stone countertops and tile floor in the master bathroom.

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Right: The second-floor family room’s hand-painted wall design is repeated in the adjacent office, a bright space furnished with modern pieces such as the homeowners’ own overhead light and West Elm desk, along with artwork the designers purchased from Leslie Hindman Auctioneers.

Opposite: Moldings covered in a bright blue paint from Fine Paints of Europe and newly acquired artwork complement the owners’ sectional sofa from Ligne Roset, which Hopkins “rescued” from the basement along with the Luminaire chandelier.

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“THE WIFE WANTED THE DESIGN TO LOOK ‘EDITORIAL’ AND NOT TOO PRECIOUS.” —DAVID HOPKINS

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GARDEN VIEWS AND SPLENDID LIGHT ALLOW NATURE TO SHINE IN THIS NEW LAKE FOREST HOME. WRITTEN BY LIZ ARNOLD / PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATHAN KIRKMAN

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en years is a long time to search for a property, but when you’re looking for the perfect place to build your forever home, it’s important to take your time. And that’s exactly what a pair of Chicago empty nesters did. “We thought it through and decided we either wanted to be on Lake Michigan or on a property that was wooded,” says the husband. Ultimately, they decided on a secluded tree-filled lot in Lake Forest. As beautiful as the land was, however, the existing house on the 3-acre property wasn’t quite what they had in mind. But before embarking on a renovation, they spent a year and a half getting to know the site. “My wife and I would sit around the pool and talk about what we wanted,” the husband recalls. Once that vision became clear—a spacious, shingled four-bedroom Hamptonsstyle home with a porch facing lush gardens and stunning sunsets—they called on builder Richard Bondarowicz, who then assembled the team of architect Gary Frank, interior

designer Marshall Erb and landscape architect Pamela Self to make the owners’ dream a reality.

“They wanted to create a place for family to gather,” says Bondarowicz. As such, all the bedrooms have en suite bathrooms. The porch runs the length of the main floor, and a total of 11 fireplaces offer warm places to convene. Another primary aim, Frank recalls, was to surround the house with naturalistic, grassy gardens inspired by Dutch landscape master Piet Oudolf, known for his work on Lurie Garden in Chicago and the High Line in New York. “Wherever you go in this house, you can see these beautiful gardens,” notes the architect, who employed glass and strategic siting to maximize views, such as situating the center of the house so that upon entering on the east side, a massive cottonwood tree from 1725 is visible down the hall to the west. A skylight atop the stair hall filters sunlight onto the main floor’s entry.

“The central space leads you in, so you always feel enlivened by the light and the spatial quality there,” Frank says.

Builder Richard Bondarowicz and architect Gary Frank gave this Lake Forest residence a Hamptons feel with a tapersawn cedar shake roof from Smart Roofing, Inc. Interior and exterior stonework and masonry is by MAL Construction, Inc. Complementing the lush environs is a landscape design by Pamela Self.

The garden room floor consists of 600-year-old limestone reclaimed from Jerusalem, sourced at Chadwick’s Surfaces International, Inc. Benjamin Moore’s White Heron provides a bright backdrop for neutral furnishings with iron accents, such as the Marshall Erb Design Collection sofa, Arteriors floor lamps, and the chairs, chandelier and sconces all by Formations from Holly Hunt.

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Concealed behind what look like closet doors is a well-stocked bar enveloped in Benjamin Moore Champion Colbalt with high-contrast, brushed-white quartzite from Marble & Granite Supply of Illinois, Inc. The cabinetry is by Abruzzo Kitchen & Bath.

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In the dining room, walls are wrapped in a soft gray wallcovering by Area International; J.D. Staron’s rug in yellows, blues and charcoal continues the palette. Interior designer Marshall Erb notes that the circular dining table with chairs covered in Fortuny fabric, all by the designer for Lusso Design Resource, softens the square room. Lee Jofa printed drapery fabric and the delicate chandelier and sconces by David Iatesta lend a sense of airiness. The fire surround is by Atelier Jouvence.

Custom leather bar chairs designed by Erb surround the kitchen island topped with quartz from Terrazzo & Marble Supply Companies. Robert James chairs paired with a Taracea dining table provide a more traditional seating arrangement. O’Brien Harris designed the cabinetry and the panels for the integrated appliances. The French oak flooring is from Signature Innovations.

For the interiors, Erb collaborated with Frank to enhance the detailing and conceptualize the use of the rooms so that, as he says, “There are outlets where there need to be, and drapery hardware works with the millwork.” Erb, whose background is in architecture, notes that Frank’s understanding of classical architecture helped set the stage for comfortable rooms despite the home’s size. “It still feels cozy because everything is in scale,” Erb says, including the master suite, where vestibules and hallways break up the space. “There’s nothing looming, and it’s all due to Gary’s ability to scale millwork appropriately.”

Erb also considered proportion and scale when devising his plan for the casual yet elegant furnishings.

He determined the best way to make this large house comfortable was to customize most of the furniture and organize seating groups. He designed pieces such as the wide living room sofa with a low back, covered in gray linen, and the rectangular sofa that anchors the south-facing garden room, upholstered in an ivory and sage twill. “The palette provides a foil to the greens outside,” says Erb of the complementary grays, blues, gold and terra cotta, which also offset the formality of a collection of French Impressionist paintings. “I wanted to bring some airiness and contrast to the interiors,” he says.

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Afyon white marble from Terrazzo & Marble Supply Companies surrounds the Hydro Systems tub in the master bath, where tile from Chadwick’s Surfaces International, Inc., and Decorator’s White paint by Benjamin Moore complete a crisp and serene interior.

Encouraging a sense of flow and “trying to provide a draw to rooms for certain uses,” says Erb, was also a priority. The garden room features a planter for the wife’s herbs and a limestone sink where the husband can pot his orchids and which, during parties, is the perfect place to park champagne on ice. A dining table on the covered terrace allows the couple to enjoy their exquisite garden, which includes 60,000 bulbs from Roy Diblik, the Wisconsin plantsman who teamed with Oudolf on the aforementioned gardens. “We have our meals on the porch about five months a year,” says the husband. “It’s just a beautiful setting.” Adds landscape architect Pamela Self, who designed the master plan using a mix of native and non-native plants, “Each day feels and

looks different as the plantings change in size, shape, color and texture throughout the seasons.”

Reflecting on the project, all of the design professionals involved praise the talent and generosity of their colleagues—and of their clients. Says Frank, “Working with a great team is really important, and when you also have homeowners who are open-minded, it’s so rewarding.

The house turns out great.” The owners attribute their surprisingly smooth experience to Bondarowicz, who brought the design team together. “Rich and I did our deal on a handshake,” says the husband. “We never had a contract. When you undertake a project like this, you’d better trust your builder.”

Neutral tones in beige, ivory and gray quiet the master, where Erb’s custom pieces, such as the bed, night tables, desk chair and sofa, provide perfect proportions. A mix of materials imparts a lived-in feel, such as bed upholstery from Arabel Fabrics, linens from Designers Linen Source and pillow fabrics from Holland & Sherry.

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A porch along the west side of the residence includes a dining area with table and chairs by Janus et Cie. Cantilevered umbrellas by Tuuci shade the row of Barlow Tyrie chaise lounges on the deck alongside the pool by Quantus Pools, Inc.

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In his studio (top), artist Chris Silva sorts through scraps left over from previous pieces, organizing them by color to be used in future works (opposite). This detail shot (above) is from Sailboat, a work of acrylic and spray paint on reclaimed wood. Leaning against the wall (right) is a piece that Silva has incorporated into multiple art installations, although it has no official title. Silva says, “I always think of it as Running Man.�

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E “IT’S IMPORTANT FOR ME TO HAVE SOME ELEMENT OF THE UNKNOWN IN THE MIX TO KEEP THE CREATIVE ADVENTURE ALIVE.”

nter the magical world of self-taught artist Chris Silva and you’ll become transfixed. His mixed-media wall art and outsize abstract installations— vibrant, engaging and sometimes even jarring—are undeniably captivating. Using fine woodworking tools, Silva meticulously cuts, molds and pieces together textural scraps of wood into a colorful collage of geometric shapes.

A native of Puerto Rico, Silva, who spent his youth in Chicago, was 10 years old when his interest in art was first piqued—but not by visiting museums or taking an art class. “I witnessed the graffiti painted on the trains in New York City and then Chicago, riding a CTA train,” he says. “I didn’t start doing graffiti on sign postings and buildings around inner-city Chicago until a few years later as a teenager, but I knew then that somehow this graffiti art scene had something to do with me.”

Merging urban skateboarding, hip-hop and art helped Silva connect with other creative talents, which, he admits, “gave me a new perspective that has really informed my art and lit a creative spark in me.” Most of his time now is spent collaborating with interior designers and art consultants in search of unique wall art or gallery pieces. “I do murals and interior installations that are very site-specific, in spaces that are often not yet built,” says Silva. “I work with the design team to make sure everything is cohesive.” Half of his studio space, which is located in an old storefront, is dedicated to working with mixed

materials, but his preferred medium is wood. “It can be painted, it’s textural, and the composition and cutting process is very therapeutic to me,” notes the artist.

Silva’s boundless imagination has resulted in a repertoire that includes both two-dimensional collage and three-dimensional sculptures, mostly pieced together using objects found in an alleyway or gathered from various building exchanges around the city. When it all comes together, it’s like a story waiting to be told. In one installation, Silva incorporated his own digitally produced soundtrack to accompany light movements for a multi-sensory experience. “Visual art came first, then music,” he says. “I’m constantly adding new things to the process, so music is another layer and complements the overall outcome.” He also continually challenges himself to maintain a sense of passion and inspiration, noting, “I have the skill set to do just marketable stuff and stay in one mode for a time, but it’s important for me to have some element of the unknown in the mix to keep the creative adventure alive.”

Whether it’s site-specific wall art or public displays, Silva is clear about his intentions. “I try to create visual work that is felt foremost intuitively, in much the same way music is,” he says. “I’m less interested in my audience having a comprehensive understanding of what they are looking at than I am in making people feel like they’re having a rich, substantive experience that shifts them in a positive way.”

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t may have been an empty nest that prompted a husband and wife to downsize from their Oak Park home to a tailored Lincoln Park townhouse, but by no means is it an empty house. In fact, theirs is a rather full one that cleverly uses every inch of its narrow urban lot. “They wanted a traditional envelope but not necessarily a traditional lifestyle,” explains Tom Konopiots, who, with partner Michael Stornello, was hired to realize the couple’s vision.

“The move to the city has invigorated us,” says the wife.

“Who I am today is different from who I was when we had little kids. We see plays every week—do things we didn’t do before—and this house is a gathering point.”

Among the couple’s requests were en suite bedrooms and a lounge for their three daughters who are away at school but return home frequently, as well as a guest suite, entertaining spaces, a home office, a rooftop meditation room and a lower level complete with a gym, a media room and a bedroom for the wife’s 83-year-old father. There’s even an artificial-turf dog run for the family’s four-legged members. “That’s a lot of functionality on a 24-by-119-foot lot,” says Stornello. “It was a real Rubik’s cube!” A five-story plan was sketched out that ticked all the owners’ boxes and, critically, the boxes of the zoning board; it was finalized with the help of architect Michael Cox of MC & Associates. “This is an old neighborhood with homes of stature and size, so we kept a similar height and made the home look as if it could be older than it is,” explains Konopiots.

The designers placed a priority on understanding the family’s needs, eschewing shopping trips in favor of what they call “listening tours,” taking their clients through showrooms and simply observing what they responded to. “The goal was to make the interiors sophisticated but

“THE GOAL WAS TO MAKE THE INTERIORS SOPHISTICATED BUT COMFORTABLE, LIKE A LONDON TOWNHOUSE.” –MICHAEL STORNELLO

comfortable, like a London townhouse,” says Stornello. “It’s a challenge to build a large home on a narrow lot, but the layout provided all the rooms one would want,” says builder Jim Schueller. “The house feels warm and inviting.”

The main floor is devoted to the public areas, beginning with the living room. “The jumping-off point was the rug,” says Konopiots about the custom-made Khotan sage-andsalmon rug that influenced the shades chosen for the paneling as well as for bolder pieces like the green velvet sofa, which is paired with sculptural armchairs. “They float in the room and are visible from the dining room, so a great profile was important,” says Stornello.

In the dining room, the designers installed the first of several of the owners’ important Indian works. One 300pound frieze required a reinforced floor and a custombuilt cabinet to support it. A round table was selected to encourage conversation at dinner parties. To that end, a well-designed kitchen was crucial, so a casual eating area and a desk were incorporated, melding functionality with efficiency. Behind the kitchen is a family room and, beyond that, a courtyard and a conservatory. “You just don’t see glass-and-iron conservatories anymore,” remarks Schueller of the custom build. “It’s simply stunning.”

Benefiting the rear space is the garage’s green roof. A requirement by the city, it also gave landscape architect Dan Wanzung the chance to loosen the formality of the boxwood plantings at the façade. The garden is overlooked by the master bedroom, so Wanzung chose to plant herbaceous perennials and soft grasses. “It gets full sun,” he says, “so that was also an opportunity to add some color.” Those garden views bring a restful element to the master, which occupies the back of the second floor. “There were two goals for the master: create an elegant simplicity and incorporate an heirloom tapestry,” says Konopiots. “It’s both modern and antique—a dialogue across time.” The monochromatic palette continues in the bathroom, where a tub that took eight men to carry is sited like a sculpture. “Walls sheathed in marble up the luxury ante,” Konopiots notes.

Crowning the home are outdoor entertaining spaces and a meditation room. “It’s my beautiful quiet space overlooking the city,” says the wife of the meditation room/ rooftop garden. There, multiple lounge areas were created as well as a dining space that’s perfect for summertime when the girls are home from school. “It’s gratifying to see the family living in the house,” says Stornello. The couple, too, is grateful, and their relationship with the designers has blossomed. “Tom and Mike are dear friends now,” says the wife, adding, “but they still run around the house and fluff the pillows when they’re over.”

Designers Tom Konopiots and Michael Stornello wanted the foyer of this Lincoln Park townhouse to announce the high level of design throughout the home. Lit by sconces and an alabaster pendant from Visual Comfort, a painting

by Ramesh Gorjala is a nod to the homeowners’ Indian heritage.

The flooring is from Artistic Tile.

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A custom velvet sofa fabricated by Eurocraft Inc. and upholstered in a dark green Donghia fabric anchors the living room. To better see the hand-knotted Khotan-style rug from Matt Camron Rugs & Tapestries, the designers chose a glass-topped coffee table from Paul Ferrante. The wool flannel draperies are from Holland & Sherry and feature Samuel & Sons trim.

Above the living room’s custom fireplace fabricated by Wooden Image hangs a Michael S. Smith mirror from Mirror Image Home in Los Angeles. Flanking it are recent works by Rina Banerjee from EAB Fine Art Services. The consoles and Klismos stool are from Jamb in London. The Rose Tarlow armchairs from Holly Hunt are upholstered in Clarence House fabric.

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Left: In the study, Konopiots and Stornello paired a Bunny Williams Home desk from Lee Jofa with an A. Rudin chair. The Ralph Lauren desk lamp and bookcase lights are from Visual Comfort, where the designers also sourced the pendant fixture. The Radici rug is from Oscar Isberian Rugs. Wooden Image crafted the home’s millwork.

Opposite: The dining room features a Victoria Hagan table from Holland & Sherry surrounded by Kravetupholstered chairs from The Bright Group. The Niermann Weeks chandelier is from Visual Comfort.

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The conservatory, designed by Konopiots and Stornello and executed by Town & Country Conservatories, provides an enclosed passage from the house to the garage and is papered with a playful garden motif from Pierre Frey. The outdoor patio is furnished with RH dining and coffee tables along with a sofa and chairs from Summer Classics.

“THE OWNERS WANTED A TRADITIONAL ENVELOPE, BUT NOT NECESSARILY A TRADITIONAL LIFESTYLE.” –TOM KONOPIOTS

Above: A stainless-steel-and-ceramic tub from Penhaglion anchors the master bathroom. The walls are lined with marble from Terrazzo & Marble Supply, and the flooring and decorative tiles are from The Fine Line.

Left: An antique beaded South Asian tapestry hangs between Bunny Williams mirrors above the Ralph Lauren bed, which is upholstered in Coraggio fabric.

The Century Furniture nightstands hold Visual Comfort lamps. Joining the Kravet sofa is a custom ottoman upholstered in Mokum fabric from Holly Hunt.

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