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p6 | Art underfoot p12 | Alfresco in the

Big Apple

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p32 | Castelle

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p36 | Inspired

by nature, these fashion ambassadors take center stage

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retreats, poolside paradise and engaging hospitality destinations

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p62 | Transitions

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Recently I had the pleasure of participating in a press trip to Cartago, Costa Rica, to tour the Castelle manufacturing facility. To my surprise, and to the surprise of the other journalists attending from Traditional Home and Modern Luxury, among others, we found that all the furnishings are handmade. Some intricate styles have as many as 65 pairs of hands working to complete them. Turn to p. 32 to our new Artisan department for an up-close view of the detail that goes into a Castelle piece. And please take a moment to appreciate the ﬁne hand craﬅsmanship. According to Patti Carpenter, trend consultant for Pantone and global trend ambassador for Maison & Objet, handmade has become a category that we buy against and not just a trend. “We’ve moved past the DIY trend into valuing high craﬅsmanship and elevated materials,” Carpenter says. Turn to p. 36 to see furnishings reminiscent of the beautiful handwork she discovered in Europe. Speaking of trends, I met Kim Cook, an AP journalist based in New York, on the Castelle press trip, and she pitched the Architectural Digest Design Show held annually in the Big Apple. Of course, I said, yes! Go to p. 10 for a few of Kim’s quite unusual outdoor ﬁnds. (Pink garden hose held in place by white antlers, anyone?)

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Not to be outdone, Elaine Markoutsas, who’s a regular pen for Luxe Interiors + Design, also braved the Castelle jaunt. I challenged her to write about luxury outdoor rugs—and she found some! I keep hearing there’s a hole in the market for uber luxe outdoor rugs. But you couldn’t tell from our pgs. 6–9. Not to mention Elaine’s stellar mixed media pieces on p. 10. Do I have any favorites this issue? That’s really hard to say . . . Home Accents Today’s Tracy Bulla always delivers a delightful array of products in her Curate department (pgs. 20–29). Then celebrity designer Bobby Berk wows us with two desert retreats in Las Vegas (pgs. 42–46). I’m personally so happy that his “Queer Eye” is back on Netﬂix. Bravo, Bobby!

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Finally, Richard Frinier, is, simply put, a design legend in the outdoor category. On pgs. 62–65, we focus on the master and how he seamlessly transitions from indoors to outside—today’s most important trend. When Greg and Michelle Martin invited me to be a part of their celebration, christening their expanded Kolo Collection space in the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center, the only answer was “yes”! So we leave you on a special party page, p. 66. Bon Soir! Or rather, Suite Soirée. □

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RUGS WARM UP OUTDOOR AREAS AND ACHIEVE A VISUAL FLOW WITH THE INDOORS BY ELAINE MARKOUTSAS

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Cosmo by Paola Lenti

The whole idea of the outdoor room speaks to essential elements of interior design exported alfresco: furniture, pillows, accessories— and rugs. The goal, more and more, is to achieve a visual ﬂowthrough, a seamless transition in style. While early outdoor rugs, like fabrics, were rough to the touch and not very pliable, technology is changing that, especially at the high end. And manufacturers are paying attention, with some branching into outdoor categories. Designers are lending their expertise, creativity and names. These rugs are starting to be marketed as performance, just like fabrics, because they’re made out of performance ﬁbers that resist fading, stains, and mold and mildew. Plus, some are as cushy as luxe silk and wool blends. The newest designs stand up to the elements in a wealth of weaves that are so breathtaking, they vie for attention indoors.

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Most recently, Tai Ping introduced a stunning collection in Paris at Maison & Objet. Craﬅed from Batyline’s new PVC yarns, the rugs boast sophisticated designs, in circular or rectangular solids and patterns, some even with carved eﬀects. There are intricate geometrics, fetching in 40-inch round formats, as well as 8-foot-2-inch by 9-foot-8-inch sizes combining neutral beige and gray in tandem with blues or russet. Size limitations, as well as his frustration with the lack of a wider range of styles and materials, are the reasons why New York designer Marshall Watson teamed up with Doris Leslie Blau, whose gallery specializes in antique and high-end custom rugs, to create his Elegant Outdoor collection. “I had a client in Hawaii,” Marshall says, “whose house was almost completely open air. It needed to be pulled together with carpets. With the expanse of hard surfaces today, which you’re ﬁnding in a lot of outdoor spaces, carpets always bring warmth into a furniture grouping.”

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Flat woven by hand, with 100 percent solution- dyed acrylics, this graphic collection from Perennials comes in stripes, Pinwheel, Hopscotch and Kaleidscope patterns in colors shownâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or customize.

From Tai Ping, this circular Marquise VIII design in a geometric pattern of silvery gray, white and blue is woven from a blend of batyline yarn, which is a new PVC ďŹ ber, and polypropylene.

Surya IV, a new rug from Tai Ping, lends an elegant interiors feel to an outdoor setting, with wool-like plush hand and oversized dimension.

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Watson tapped into his love of Scandinavian design, fostered as a student in Denmark, especially relating to light and simplicity. “I love the 1940s through the 1960s,” says Watson, who developed a series of strong graphics in muted hues. The new line, which includes low-pile profiles and starts at $55 per square foot, is executed using traditional weaving techniques. “The rugs have a wool-like appearance and feel,” Marshall says. “There’s a complexity of weave, all in stain-resistant acrylic fibers. If they get dirty, all you need is soap and water. Also there’s couture customization of color and size.” At Perennials, known for its perky outdoor fabrics, outdoor rugs can be equally bold, in stripes and geometrics, as well as textural tweedy looks. Its Luxury Performance rugs are handmade, with proprietary 100-percent solution-dyed acrylic yarns (that coordinate with its fabric line). Soft and luxurious underfoot, they can be custom made to order. Some, like a collection by artist Kelly Porter and interior designer Bridgett Cochran of Porter Teleo, have a dense pile, which holds water, so proper air circulation and/or drainage is essential. For these, the company recommends placement in covered areas. Liora Manné also has taken her indoor signature rugs, which are made out of layers of felt, and applied technology that makes them suitable for outdoor use. Always a master of teaming fashion-forward palettes, Manné’s newest pattern Inkblot looks like a watercolor painting in a range of cream, cool blues and greens, with a pop of rosy pink. A few years back the prolific Spanish-born, Milanese-based designer Patricia Urquiola created a collection for GAN, which put the spotlight on handcrafting. Rugs, seating and pillows have the look of crochet and embroidery with limited but appealing hues. Now she has turned her attention to the outdoors with a line called Garden Layers, which was inspired by Mongol architecture that captivated her during a recent trip to India. It has the same crafted vibe in handsome wovens—with added durability and resistance to the elements. Italian textile artist Paola Lenti, another designer revered for her amazing color sensibilities and extraordinary weaves, has no difficulty transitioning that skill set into complex compositions suitable for outdoor lifestyles.

Midcentury Swedish design informs the Zig rug by Marshall Watson, from his Elegant Outdoor collection for Doris Leslie Blau.

With elevated design, plush handcrafting in a range of colors, patterns and even customization, high-end outdoor rugs are so much more relevant today. They can create a focal point that’s truly art underfoot—and the durability and easy care will translate beautifully indoors as well, which enhances their investment. exterior design | 9

Classic design adds sophistication to the outdoors in a pair of Circles tables by Maria Jeglinska for Ligne Roset. The quartz gray lacquered steel base has a matte white, marble-eﬀect stoneware top and comes in two sizes, 17 and 25 inches. ligne-roset.com All-weather rope wraps around the electro-polished stainless steel arms and legs of this roomy chair from the Marina collection from Indian Ocean.

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The Vela collection by Ramón Ester is like light architecture. The glow comes from LED lights set into 100 percent recyclable low-density polyurethane that’s UV-resistant. The pieces seem to ﬂoat on inwardly angled bases. Available from Vondom in white matte lacquer or colored ﬁnish.

M i x i ng I t Up Outdoor furniture continues to surprise us, with innovative materials and sophisticated design that spans centuries of styles. For example, the London-based brand Indian Ocean recently paired polished stainless steel with weather-resistant rope for a decidedly nautical and glam look—all the more striking in navy blue. Noon, a Dutch company, introduced a chaise that borrows from retro sports-car styling—down to the glossy metallic ﬁnish on its aluminum frame, with cushions accented with saddle stitching in contrasting colored thread.

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Take a good look at Massant, the Belgian manufacturer that creates authentically detailed 17th-, 18th- and 19th-century styles including classic Louis chairs with turned legs and carvings, as well as tables with cabriole legs and inlays—all craﬅed in durable teak. Not to be outdone, Vondom, a Spanish brand, has mastered the medium of polyethylene to create modern architectural and sculptural forms. One of the most recent seating introductions called Vela features LED lighting, which can add an intriguing glow in a range of RGB hues, especially magical at night. □

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NYC HOSTS THE ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST DESIGN SHOW BY KIM COOK

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Rausch platform sofa

In a city of 8 million people, few are lucky enough to have much in the way of outdoor living space. But at the market’s higher elevations, homes may have leafy private courtyards or rooﬅop terraces with expansive views. Then there are the wealthy shore and country properties in the tri-state region, with exterior space that rivals some resorts. March’s Architectural Digest Design Show on Manhattan’s West Side oﬀered ideas for homeowners and designers for all of these disparate outdoor spaces. From well-known German brand Rausch, there was a luxurious platform sofa. Craﬅed of the same durable ﬁberglass as luxury yachts, the sofa was available with remote-controlled LED lighting around its base. rausch-classics.com Brook Klausing, New York’s only J. Crew model/landscape designer,

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showed his Natural Workshop collection. The blue-eyed, bearded designer hails from Kentucky, but has called Brooklyn home for many years. His furniture and décor reﬂect the hip, sophisticated vibe of his landscape projects, which range from penthouse terraces and brownstone backyards to rooﬅop gardens. A pert little folding stool sported an English sheep’s wool top. “We wanted to give the camp stool something special,” Klausing says. “I’m a big fan of sheepskin because of its durability and longevity.” He’s backed the stools with uber-stylish midnight blue canvas. There was also a blackened steel and glass manteled mirror, and a cool lantern craﬅed from ipe. Klausing snagged a quantity of the unique wood, which came from the South Ferry Seaport, from a salvage company that specializes in unique reclaimed materials. brooklandscape.com

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Invictus Steelworks, run by Utah-based artist Robert Simmons and his wife, Beth, debuted The Wave, a table with an undulating steel base that evokes the crashing waves on the Bering Sea, where Simmons spent years as a crab fisherman. invictussteelworks.com Oxfordshire, England–based David Harber’s Mimeo Cascade copper and bronze water feature created a crisscross effect when the water fell from the bowl. “I wanted to replicate the contemplative nature of water features found in Arabia,” Harber says. “When lit, the water falls in a unique pattern which creates an ethereal web of water strands.” davidharber.co.uk Couture Outdoor (CO), a bespoke outdoor design firm based in Long Island’s tony Southampton, made their debut appearance at the show.

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Company co-founder Christine Heincke is originally from Palm Beach. She developed retail concepts for the Breakers Hotel before spending several years in the European luxury fashion industry. She’s observed that their clients of means are interested in items of high quality—both in style, and in performance. “Whether it’s a trend or a true evolution, ‘smart’ design is having a transformative impact on the luxury outdoor market,” Heincke observes. “Our clients are accustomed to eﬃciency and unique, high design. So it’s apropos to have this for the ultimate outdoor oasis.” In a fun nod to rustic panache, there were hose mounts shaped like antlers. Available in gold, black or white and paired with a matching hose, they’re the ultimate pool or garden fashion statement. Besides the snazzy trend items, CO showcased an eye-catching bean bag and a ﬂoating seat made of upcycled sails. Designed by Spanish architect

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Seating from Dvelas comes with information on the provenance of the sail each piece was made from, including the boat’s name and port of origin.

A sleek, modern modular outdoor kitchen is customizable. The Sonic Boom charcoal grill uses bass frequency to control temperatures, and is grill-ready in six minutes

A utilitarian backyard tool becomes a fashion statement, with Couture Outdoorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coordinating hoses and antler mounts in stylish hues or metallics.

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Sails from international yachts, sailboats and racers are upcycled into chic, comfy seating by Spain’s Enrique Kahle for Dvelas.

Enrique Kahle for Dvelas, each piece is tagged with the ship’s name, type of sail, maker and original port of call. One came oﬀ a Hallberg-Rassy yacht from the Catalonian port of Badalona, another from the racer Abu Dhabi. One of their biggest sellers is the award-winning Covertech-Grando pool cover, which is energy-eﬃcient, button-operated, and can be custom-sized. The other hot high-tech item? An outdoor grill operated through a bass speaker.

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“I’m obsessed with the sleek and sexy modular design, but our grill enthusiasts have been fairly obsessed with the whole experience,” Heincke says. The bass goes to frequencies we can’t hear, but that control the charcoal temperature, and quickly—you’re grilling in just six minutes. coutureoutdoor.com The Architectural Digest Design Show oﬀered just what its host city is known for—an exciting mix of handcraﬅed urban cool and sleek global chic. □

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Craﬅed from natural abaca ﬁber, the colorful Corfu baskets from Pigeon & Poodle stash necessities with unassailable style. Each one-of-a-kind design adds a vibrant element of handcraﬅsmanship to outdoor living. Sold as a set of two. pigeonandpoodle.com

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Pa int erly Panach e

Boasting a hand-painted design, the Free Climb pillow from Dransﬁeld & Ross gives a nod to the artisanal perspective. Made in the USA, the abstract pillow comes in high-performance fabric suitable for indoor and outdoor settings. dransﬁeldandross.com

CABANA CHIC

From Ego Paris, this nested set of five contemporary cabins embodies the ultimate beach bungalow. Offered in 35 different colors with iconic Riviera striping embellishment, the thermo-lacquered aluminum structure features modular shading, mattresses that convert to seats, and a wooden deck for an inviting and convivial conversation nook. egoparis.com

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THINK PINK

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Kettal captures the pink trend to perfection with a selection of subtle rose hues to cultivate an exquisitely soothing outdoor environment. Included are the emblematic Roll chairs by Patricia Urquiola; the airy, transparent Cala sofas by Doshi Levien; and the conceptual Zigzag pouf by Emiliana Design Studio, among others. kettal.com

S PAT I A L R E C O G N I T I O N

Doshi Levien created a series of outdoor rugs for Kettal exploring the interplay of diﬀerent geometric forms. Two distinct designs, Line and Block, share the same weave technique and layer beautifully together for a compelling minimalist statement. kettal.com

CHARISMA PERSONIFIED

Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Colette outdoor chair unexpectedly juxtaposes innovative materials and colors to enliven the outdoor experience. The enveloping metal frame blends comfort with optimal resistance to the elements; first, the structure is sandblasted and then epoxy powder-coated. Available in Rust, Sunflower, Khaki Green and Clay, the seat finishes with cord wrapping made from a special braided polypropylene fiber. minottiddc.com

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SMART ART

Exposed’s original works of art are painted on weather- and break-resistant acrylic “canvases” with a weatherproof paint medium to combat even the harshest weather conditions. The canvases are virtually unaﬀected by sun and saltwater spray, and are both cold- and heat-resistant from -30 degrees to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. exposed-outdoors.com

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GOING GREEN

Reminiscent of the irregular vein patterns found in foliage, Arperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leaf chair comes in either chrome-coated or matte powdercoated steel in a choice of colors. The simplicity of form and ease of application encourage creative inclusion in diverse environments, inside and outside. arper.com

ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM

Piper Collection, in collaboration with artist Liza Hathaway Matthews, has debuted a collection of indoor/outdoor pillows. Showcasing gorgeously rendered watercolors, the line includes fun colorways such as Mojito, Tangelo and Peony Pop. piper-collection.com

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Fashioned from lacquered aluminum, the Puzzle side table from Ego Paris proﬀers a justright perch for a cool glass of lemonade and a book on poolside days. Small in stature but big on style, the simply appointed design comes in an array of brilliant ﬁnishes. egoparis.com

P E T I T E S E AT

MDF Italia has introduced Sign Baby, the diminutive version of the brand’s celebrated classic. Designed for children ages 3–10, the playful yet sophisticated chair is handcraﬅed in Italy and is available in seven vivid colors, which can be used monochromatically or mixed to exuberant eﬀect. ddcnyc.com

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DINNER IS SERVED

From Gaetano Pesce for DDC, the Table Mates Collection of semi-rigid, resin table mats artfully illustrates a place setting in bold primary colors. Crafted by hand, no two mats are alike, making each one as unique as the last. ddcnyc.com

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Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; award-winning ASA-D2 by Daniel Germani represents the next generation of outdoor kitchens. This stand-alone, innovative outdoor kitchen is at home in any urban or suburban setting enhancing the space with versatility, functionality and design. Able to withstand the most severe weather conditions, ASA-D2 features a stainless steel body for strength and stability and an ultra-compact Dekton countertop for durability.

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At Castelle’s production facility in Cartago, Costa Rica, hundreds of skilled hands transform molten aluminum into luxurious outdoor furnishings. Using a combination of state-of-the-art tools, technology and craﬅsmanship, these artisans mold raw materials into elegant, artistically inspired shapes beﬁtting the longstanding tradition of the iconic brand. Details like this arm from the Bellagio collection illustrate the high level of attention given each piece—hours of handwork create texture and visual artistry oﬅen unseen in the outdoor realm. □

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STYLE.

INNOVATION.

s trend consultant for Pantone and global trend ambassador for Maison & Objet, Patti Carpenter has her ﬁnger on the pulse of the design industry. Through her travels around the globe, she sees trends as they’re born, long before they make their way into homes. Fresh oﬀ a trip to South Africa, Carpenter shares the latest in color, pattern, texture and more for both indoor and outdoor spaces.

Fas h i o n Fore cas t

GLOBAL TREND AMBASSADOR PATTI CARPENTER SHARES THE LATEST STYLES FOR OUTDOOR

VISION

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Tell us about some of your latest discoveries. In outdoor rooms, you’re seeing these really big, solid structures and raw formations that line up nicely, along with big, oversize planters that hold smaller trees. What indoor trends do you see moving to outdoor spaces? We’ve moved handmade as a category to something that people buy against and not just a trend. We’ve moved past the DIY trend into valuing high craﬅsmanship and elevated materials. And caning ﬁts into that. We saw a lot of caned furniture in Europe, and this is not your grandmother’s caned chair. It’s made with modern materials that stand up to the outdoors, utilizing these vintage skill sets of times past. What are you seeing on the horizon for patterns and colors? One of the newest directions for the tropical trend is density—instead of being these tossed, open palm leaves with lots of fronds, it’s like you’re in the thick of the jungle. They have all the stems and leaves and the mashup of the jungle, and there are also lots of birds and monkeys. I think we’ll see a lot of outdoor textiles take that one. We’re also seeing a return to bold multicolor stripes in a midweight palette of colors—not those bright primaries. What other motifs will be big? The inﬂuence of minimalism and cubism has become important. And there’s been an overabundance of insects. I am starting to see beetles

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and ladybugs and grasshoppers, not only in fabric patterns but also objects and other décor. What materials are trending? We’re seeing a lot of new materials like cork—I saw a lot of cork in Europe. I’m also seeing a lot of beautiful tableware, and while melamine is important in that category, we’re seeing people in Guatemala using a material that’s 70% bamboo and 30% melamine that’s more sustainable. We’re also seeing treated papers and recycled and upcycled wood that’s being molded into tableware for outdoors that’s looking really modern, fresh and high-end. We’re seeing a move toward fibers that’s getting stronger. There’s a brand

working in birch, but they’re not working in the wood in a traditional way—they’re stripping it and making it almost as thin as paper and weaving it into all these interesting textures. Designers are taking materials we’ve had for a long time and looking at them in a new way. Young innovators, especially, are looking at how we can make it more cost effective yet socially responsible. Sustainability is big here. What’s the biggest shift you’ve seen in regard to outdoor design? I see lots of new innovations being incorporated into outdoor furniture, like invisible technology, lighting, audio systems and even artificial intelligence, producing designs that we wouldn’t have thought possible for outdoors. □

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I Weather i n g

t he s t orm AN OUTDOOR OASIS WITHSTANDS A NATURAL DISASTER

VISION

BY LAURIE RUDD

n September 2017, Puerto Rico was rocked by a pair of unimaginable natural disasters. Seven days aﬅer feeling the effects, but avoiding the full impact of Category 4 Hurricane Irma, the island felt the fury of Category 5 Hurricane Maria, with winds up to 175 mph. As residents and guests sought shelter, one recently redesigned resort answered the call to help. The AC San Juan Condado—a member of Marriott’s AC brand of hotels—provided refuge, with its solid cement construction and stable infrastructure. The facility’s recent renovation—spearheaded by interior designer Laura Plasberg of the Richmond, Virginia, firm Baskervil—ensured the hotel’s outdoor spaces would withstand Maria’s impact. Modern, low profile structural elements and an overall clean design were instrumental in the outdoor bar/rooﬅop areas sustaining little to no damage. Plasberg took time out from her busy schedule to talk with us about the project. What makes designing an outdoor space in the Caribbean so different? The outdoor furnishings and materials we specified had to be able to stand up to the rigors of an island locale—the sun, the salt air, the potential for hurricane force winds. Everything we selected had to be vetted for durability, wind and weight. How did the hotel’s redesign address outdoor spaces? Our client was focused on creating a signature design that would appeal to locals as well as tourists. They also wanted something distinctive on the rooﬅop level, which is so unique. On the roof, we added a second bar and amenity spaces (fitness and meeting), and created outdoor rooms to make the most of the space and the views. A dedicated elevator makes the arrival experience to those spaces feel special. Which part of the redesign stands out? The AC San Juan Condado has the city’s only rooftop pool, so we were heavily focused on that critical element of the design. We completely reimagined

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Interior designer Laura Plasberg of the Richmond, Virginia, firm Baskervil, chose a modern, clean design for the AC San Juan Condado in Puerto Rico. Her plan helped the property withstand the storms.

the existing roof deck and pool area, adding lounge seating with a fire pit and cantilevered umbrellas. Relocating the kitchen and adding a rooftop bar created indoor/outdoor dining opportunities. Adding a water ledge to the pool for sun loungers and reducing the scale of the existing columns allowed guests to fully experience the amazing views from the roof, which was our ultimate goal. How did the Caribbean location play into the inspiration for the project? The AC Brand is all about marrying their sleek, European-inspired aesthetic with each unique locale—in this case, the beach. The building’s original rationalist architecture was a driving force in the design, and we celebrated its clean lines through linear forms and modern furnishings. AC places a huge emphasis on art, and that’s where we brought in colors and textures inspired by the natural environment, with vibrant tones and organic patterning. It creates a really nice balance. □ exterior design | 39

K Insp i red

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KARA COX TAKES HER DESIGN CUES FROM THE NATURAL WORLD

VISION

BY ALEX MILSTEIN

ara Cox has always had an eye for design. Aﬅer honing that talent reporting on the furniture industry as an editor at Home Accents Today magazine, Cox followed her passion and established her own design firm, Kara Cox Interiors, in 2010. Her unique point of view is easy to spot in her designs, as she’s known for her color selection and pairing of traditional shapes with modern art and accessories. She’s attracted to exterior furniture with clean, slim lines and a simplicity that allows nature to take over as the star of the space. We recently caught up with Cox to talk about what drives her creative exterior designs and how she approaches outdoors differently than indoors. What inspires your exterior projects? My inspiration is always a combination of the architecture of the home and the natural landscape. My goal is to create seamless design that transitions from the interior style of the home and creates a flow through an exterior entertaining space to the natural surroundings. I oﬅen keep my outdoor spaces simple and neutral, and allow the greenery and color found in nature to provide our accents. I’m inspired by natural materials—wood, stone, rattan—and I create layers of texture and interest by combining these materials. What’s the most impactful way to create visual interest in an outdoor space? I allow the landscaping and natural surroundings to create the visual interest. The furnishings are layered to support the landscape. Outdoor spaces are already visually interesting with multiple materials being used in most exterior hardscapes and beautifully designed landscaping. Visual interest is found in the trees, the flowers, the grass. My goal is to complement that natural landscape in a way that seamlessly blends the two. How do you approach designing outdoor spaces differently from indoors? I approach design for both interiors and exteriors

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from a functional view first and foremost. But the function in exterior spaces has to be even more important with the material selections made. You have to know a lot about specific climates when creating exterior designs and keep in mind how things will weather over time. Is there a lot of direct sunlight that will affect fading? Will excessive heat and direct sun break down the materials faster? What are some trends you’re seeing in exterior design? Everyone wants an outdoor fireplace—that is not a trend that’s going away. We’re building more permanent fireplaces in our designs rather than using fire tables and removable structures. Clients want to create rooms in their exterior design. We typically create multiple spaces for different functions: a living area with a TV for lounging, an outdoor kitchen for entertaining, and a serving and dining area. Outdoor living is taking a whole approach to create an entirely separate living area outside the house. □ exterior design | 41

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CELEBRITY DESIGNER BOBBY BERK CREATES DESERT RETREATS IN LAS VEGAS

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s the design expert on the Netflix reboot of “Queer Eye,” the Emmy Award–winning reality series, designer Bobby Berk lends his expertise to style-challenged men struggling to create sophisticated living spaces. Berk brought that same design prowess to two Las Vegas properties: a modern farmhouse (previous pages) and a contemporary abode with West Coast flair (this spread). Both take advantage of the city’s climate to create outdoor spaces that can be enjoyed year-round. “Indoor/outdoor living has become a cornerstone of contemporary design, especially in the more temperate climates where the outdoors can be utilized for the greater part of the year,” Berk says. “This connection to the outdoors affects a lot of the decisions that architects, designers and builders make.” For both of these homes, Berk worked with builders and landscapers to create living spaces that seamlessly transition from indoors to out. Sliding doors, exterior kitchens and covered spaces—particularly important with brutally hot desert summers—helped build the overall effect.

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Photo Courtesy of TriPointe Group & Pardee Homes.

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“Especially where there is limited space on a lot, materials such as tile that can run from indoors to outdoors, and stacking or pocket sliding doors can visually help create a more expansive living space by blurring the lines between indoors and out,” he says. When creating these spaces, Berk paid careful attention to the colors and textures used across spaces to create visual harmony throughout.

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“As modern homes have such a strong spatial and visual connection to outdoor zones, the color schemes should be compatible and congruent with those found inside,” he says. “Exterior schemes can become busy really quickly if everything isn’t meshing together.” In these homes, Berk’s design achieved a nice balance, creating a look that embodies the concept of stylish indoor/outdoor living. □

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Tiled fountains pour into decorative urns, capturing the Latin American theme while creating an eﬀect that appeals to multiple senses.

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ucked within a home along the sparkling blue waters of Alys Beach, Florida, an unexpected outdoor space beckons. The intimate courtyard—complete with an inviting plunge pool—oﬀers a quiet retreat from the outside world. Alabama-based designer and horticulturist Troy Rhone envisioned a space exuding old world Latin American style for the courtyard. Decorative tiles in soothing blue tones help set the mood, surrounding gurgling fountains that can be heard throughout the home when the doors are open. Massive urns contain hardy plants selected to withstand the unique conditions of the space—limited sunlight and proximity to salty ocean air. Rhone turned to his years of training in horticulture to select greenery that ﬁt the bill, adding life and beauty to the space. The result capitalizes on the popularity of planters for a look that’s both tranquil and on-trend. □

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serene seclusion High outdoor greenery in tall planters lend drama and scale, establishing a modern feel. Chosen for their hardiness, the plantings inject color and life to the space.

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St raight

OUTDOOR SPACES ARE CRUCIAL IN HOSPITALITY DESIGN

Exterior design is equally as important as interior design, especially in warm and neutral climates. That’s the mantra of Straight Design‘s Principal Designer Solomon Mansoor and his talented team. They believe outdoor living spaces are an extension of the apartment home or living area. A goal for a leasing agent is not only to sell the apartment but to also sell a lifestyle. Outdoor lounges, social spaces, alfresco dining areas and even collaborative workspaces can be as compelling to a prospect as the interior finishes and fixtures of the actual unit. This LA-based design firm makes it a mission to inject a unique point of view and high-end amenities to its hospitality contract work. Projects include the historic Roosevelt Loﬅs in downtown LA, the award-winning Avana on Wilshire apartments and The Mix at CTR City in Anaheim, Calif. (shown on these pages).

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At Straight Designs, however, we always aim to incorporate some pop of color in an exterior space, whether that’s bold pillows or colorful accessories. Trends come and go, but you have to keep in mind the environment’s current community, culture and its lifestyle to determine which colors and details will be the best fit.

What styles have your clients been requesting most, and why? Clients constantly request a modern style since they’re competing with several new developments in their neighborhoods. However, ‘modern’ can really mean anything and varies with a client’s perspective. It’s up to our design team to really dig in and discover what that ‘modern’ aesthetic looks like to our clients.

In warm climates, outdoor amenities can span across all four seasons, not just the spring or summer. Great must-have details for warm months include outdoor games that encourage a social atmosphere. For instance, billiards, football, shuffleboard, cornhole, and giant Connect Four and Jenga games, are great staples to any project. Not only do they add an element of community and entertainment, they’re also a great way to make an exterior space and its design feel functional and lived-in (or out), in this case.

What are some of the major trends that we’ll see in exterior design this year? While dynamic, fresh and colorful design remains popular, there are instances when a neutral exterior base is insisted upon due to community regulations and laws. In these cases, we use dynamic combinations of variations of the neutral color. A neutral base and color scheme can also provide that perfect relaxed and serene oasis.

Ultimately, exterior design, especially during the spring and summer months, is a fun and exciting aspect of design in general. Color and texture, along with bold accents, can be a wonderful way to celebrate the change of seasons and give your projects—and the residents benefiting from them—a great refresh. Finally, it’s important to always remember to incorporate unique details, made of high-quality materials that will wow your clients. □

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The Mix at CTR City, Anaheim, courtesy of Straight Designs

What are some of the major challenges of accomplishing exterior design today? Safety and accessibility are at the forefront of our concepts, and they shape the designs in a positive way without compromising the overall aesthetic. At Straight Designs, we strive to use upholstery and materials that do not fade, are fire resistant, and can withstand traffic and constant use. In our senior-active living projects, we specify furniture and create floor plans that encourage inclusion for residents in wheelchairs and require other mobility aids.

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RICHARD FRINIERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DESIGNS FOR CENTURY SEAMLESSLY TRANSITION BETWEEN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR

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Bridging the divide between indoor and out has become arguably the hottest trend in home furnishings. But for legendary designer Richard Frinier, this approach is much more than a trend. Frinier has created indoor/outdoor furniture, textiles, lighting and accessories for more than three decades for iconic brands like Century and Sunbrella, with some of his designs sold across 80 countries and others celebrating three decades of continuous production. The winner of more than 90 design excellence and career achievement awards, Frinier has created thousands of individual designs across hundreds of collections resulting in over $1 billion in sales around the world. Typically, when people think of outdoor furnishings, they visualize them by a pool, in the garden, on a terrace or above the ground on a balcony or rooftop. While this is all true, Frinier says that his designs are more than outdoor pieces—they are performance furnishings and textiles specified equally for interiors as well as exteriors.

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“More and more, architects and interior designers are looking to performance furniture, textiles, lighting and accessories for interior spaces because of the durability of the products for living and dining rooms, kitchens and other spaces where performance is important,” Frinier says. “However, the designs themselves must not only be made using durable materials, the actual form and architectural styling of the pieces must be substantive enough to be believable to seamlessly integrate into the multipurpose interior spaces of today’s homescapes. It is why I often say, ‘inside or outside—you decide.’” The marriage of Frinier’s deft eye for design with performance fabrics, materials and finishes translates to collections that bring sophistication and luxury to rooms both indoors and out. Frinier says it’s that sensibility that informs his design process. “When creating interior and exterior spaces that are truly livable and enjoyable without limitation of performance, it’s the luxury of being able to place furnishings inside or out without worrying about the frame, finishes or fabrics.” □

Furniture designs from the Richard Frinier Collection for Century Textiles from the Richard Frinier Collection for Sunbrella

Left: Designer Richard Frinier; the Archipelago love seat, coffee table and cappuccino table adapt well to both exterior and interior spaces to achieve an elegant yet casual sensibility. Above and right: The Andalusia Royal canopy daybed and lounge chairs make a statement by the pool, while Andalusia dining creates a romantic ambience and sense of place in a sun-filled interior dining room.

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KOLO COLLECTION EXPANDS ADAC SHOWROOM

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Sunbrella’s Esther Chang with Kolo’s Greg Martin

Kolo owners Greg and Michelle Martin with Steve Elton

Susan Woodard, Waynette Goodson, Steve Elton

Greg Martin with Robert Howard, president, Amalﬁ Living

Kolo’s Paul Yuncker, Max Van Dresser, Todd Crandall

To celebrate its newly expanded showroom at Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC), Kolo Collection held a designer panel titled “Navigating Exterior Design in the South,” sponsored by Brown Jordan and Sunbrella. Exterior Design Editor Waynette Goodson moderated the event. Panelists

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included Steve Elton, chief brand curator, Brown Jordan; Esther Chang, style/design manager, Glen Raven, makers of Sunbrella; and Saint Simons Island designer Dee Simmons. That evening, about 100 guests attended a party in the sweeping space, Suite 321, to show their support for Kolo. □

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