NYC&G (New York Cottages & Gardens) OCTOBER, 2023

CONTEMPORARY CLASSIC

DESIGNER DOUG STRATTON ACHIEVED THIS UNIQUE DESIGN BY INCORPORATING MATERIALS FROM CULTURED STONE THROUGHOUT THE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES.

A home is a labor of love, and that couldn’t be more true for this impressive estate in Asheville, North Carolina. For over ten years, Doug Stratton waited for the perfect moment to transform the vacant land he purchased into a comfortable and contemporary abode worth envying.

The concept of a Modernized Tudor is a juxtaposition in and of itself, but it gave Stratton the creative freedom to source innovative products that would heighten his vision. When looking for a stone to incorporate in both the interiors and exteriors, Cultured Stone and its distinct offerings proved to be the best fit for this unique build.

“I knew the quality of Cultured Stone’s product was high, and they had the look

that I wanted,” Stratton said regarding his decision to use the company’s product exclusively throughout the estate. Stratton selected the Pro-Fit Alpine Ledgestone in the Echo Ridge colorway, marrying superior performance with a refined aesthetic.

TO READ MORE ABOUT THIS STRIKINGLY UNIQUE ASHEVILLE ESTATE, VISIT COTTAGESGARDENS.COM/CULTUREDSTONESTRATTON

Ledgestone retaining walls encircle the outdoor entertaining area (above). The exterior design gives visitors a preview of what is to come inside the estate’s walls and makes for a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living (left). The gorgeous mix of materials and extravagant natural lighting in this cathedral-style space highlights the prevailing vision of this home (below).

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URBAN FLAIR

Designed for a couple who love to entertain, a West End Avenue apartment features a wow factor in every room. by David Masello photographs by Gieves Anderson

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SLEEK AND CHIC

A former fashion designer works her magic on the interiors of a brand-new home in Sag Harbor. by David Masello photographs by Nicole Franzen

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GLASS ACT

A Turkish-born artisan shatters all expectations in her new Chelsea abode. by Michael Lassell photographs by Hulya Kolabas

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LINDA’S PLACE

In Orient, Bergdorf Goodman fashion exec Linda Fargo trains her gimlet eye on a diamond in the rough. by Heather Buchanan photographs by Björn Wallander

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“Urban Flair,” page 42 photographs by Gieves Anderson

TikTok Boom!

I only dabble in social media, and yet I recently discovered that I might be . . . an influencer? ■ I had read a widely disseminated report about a viral video posted on TikTok touting the benefits of “silent walking.” The trend, if it is one, goes like this: You go out for a walk by yourself in a quiet place, hopefully surrounded by nature and unencumbered by your phone and earbuds, and clear your head. Well, ever since the feet on my aging body started falling apart a couple of years ago, I stopped running and started walking, usually alone, typically without my phone, and preferably in a peaceful place, if possible. I enjoy it immensely and highly recommend it. I’ll also confess that I get some of my better ideas during my silent walks, even though you’re supposed to “meditate” and “tune out” and all that stuff. In Brooklyn, I walk in the wonderfully designed Brooklyn Bridge Park, and in the Hamptons, I often walk along the beach near Peters Pond in Sagaponack. Personally, it has been a difficult year for me, as I have dealt with the illness and subsequent death of my father, a heartbreaking loss that silent walking has helped me to work through. And professionally, as an editor, I’m fascinated that the “discovery” of silent walking became a sensation on TikTok, since walking has been a routine pastime for the Brits for centuries and Henry David Thoreau wrote a famous essay about it in 1862. I wonder what other interesting surprises about media and the way we consume it might be coming up next.

Kendell Cronstrom Editorial Director kcronstrom@candg.com

Walk This Way (top to bottom) In the city, I enjoy walking in Brooklyn Bridge Park, and at the beach, I love the fields in Sagaponack leading up to Peters Pond.

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Pink Rocks

In 2011, our sister publication (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens), Mitchells stores, and the Connecticut-based World’s Smallest Ad Agency began a remarkable initiative: Pink Aid. It was sparked by a conversation with Andrew Mitchell, a kindred spirit in philanthropy, who had at his disposal a devoted customer base eager to give back to the community. At CTC&G, platform, the audience, and a network of designers and philanthropists, so this synergistic partnership was just waiting to happen. ■ Pink Aid’s inaugural event was a glittering Champagne luncheon designed to inspire, educate, and celebrate life. A high-profile speaker enlightened the audience with a talk about her experience with breast cancer, and the designer fashion show that followed was not just a parade of pretty clothes, but also a beacon of artistry and optimism. Yet the most poignant part of the day was the Warrior fashion show, featuring breast cancer survivors who took over the runway dressed in designer outfits. Their radiant smiles and undeniable courage captured everyone’s heart, turning the room into a sanctuary of hope and resilience. The VIP seating area in the first two rows featured pink chairs—a visual and symbolic embodiment of Pink Aid’s mission. These chairs were more than just pieces of furniture: Designed and donated by local talents who are an integral part of our community, they spoke volumes about collective endeavors and shared purpose. ■ Then, in 2013, NYC&G (New York Cottages & Gardens) and Ali Mitchell of Mitchells, Long Island, co-founded Pink Aid New York, which is going for an upgrade to mark its 10th anniversary this month. Entitled “Pink Rocks,” the event, held on October 26, will be moving across the street to the Paramount concert hall in Huntington, Long Island, for what promises to be a “rockin’” evening, emceed by charismatic NBC personality Dave Price and featuring a surprise musical guest. ■ What began as a regional collaboration has expanded into a national phenomenon, with Pink Aid demonstrating the extraordinary power of compassion and action in 43 states. Our motto, “Compassion Until There’s a Cure,” propels Pink Aid forward as the organization continues to engage communities, amplify its reach, and strive to make a difference, one life at a time. For tickets to the event and more information, go to pinkaid.org.

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Striking Spaces for Every Personality

It’s no secret: Color and personalization is trending in a big way. People are eager to surround themselves with expressive spaces and there are so many ways to do it.

Founded in 1948 and turning 75 this year, Calico is the largest retailer of decorative fabrics and custom services with 60+ stores across the country.

Their designers, entrusted by countless clients over the decades, are pros at creating one-of-a-kind rooms for any personality.

Free design services? Check. No pressure or limit on samples? Check. Thousands of custom furnishings, fabrics, trims, window treatments, and wallcoverings? Check. So, what’s stopping you from crafting your dream interiors with Calico this year?

If you’re located near New York City, you can stop by a Calico store in Scarsdale, NY; Chappaqua, NY; Huntington Station, NY; or Westport, CT to learn more.

Neutral, But Never Boring

Who said neutrals have to be bland or one-note? Calico designers are not going to push you into color stories that don’t fit your personal style. For a serene space, they can help you create multi-dimensional looks within the subdued, lush neutral palettes you love.

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Pillows add visual punch and personality to a room. Mix textures and patterns to make a design statement, as with navy velvets, a snowy bouclé, and a floral print.

Whatever your personal style, Calico is your one-stop shop for custom decorating with window treatments, upholstery, bedding, and more.

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Legacy Properties

Originally settled in 1640, Greenwich is one of the oldest municipalities in the country, with countless centenarian homes still standing. Having represented many buyers and sellers of these legacy properties I know the particular challenges and opportunities presented by these coveted beauties. Purchasing an historic home is a journey into a world of charm, character, and cultural significance.

Greenwich’s 19th & early 20th century homes are more than just structures; they are living artifacts that reflect the architectural styles, design sensibilities, and societal norms of their respective periods. Walking through these homes can transport you to a different era, offering a tangible connection to the past.

Purchasing a Classic is an investment not only in real estate, but also in history. The intrinsic value of these homes tends to appreciate in both monetary and cultural terms, especially as supply dwindles over time. Their unique stories and architectural significance make them sought-after properties, attracting anyone with a taste for both legacy and luxury.

If your Greenwich home search includes a bit of nostalgia, a skilled agent with extensive experience in dealing with homes of historic significance is a must. Unlike newer homes, older properties may introduce terms that are unfamiliar or frightening to today’s buyers: asbestos, knot-and-tube wiring, lathe and plaster walls, and balloon framing, to name but a few. Let me be your guide.

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BJÖRN WALLANDER

“When people are deeply involved in decorating their homes, it’s like a portrait of them, in many ways, and I like doing portraits,” says photographer Björn Wallander, who shot this issue’s “Linda’s Place” (page 66). A native of Sweden, the longtime New Yorker relishes the opportunity to be “invited inside a person’s home. I remember photographing a house in Mumbai once and trying to play cricket with the family’s kids. As opposed to a studio setting, it’s a whole different world.”

LINDA FARGO

A Wisconsin native, Linda Fargo received a B.F.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she fell in with a New York crowd that drew her to the Big Apple. Currently senior vice president, fashion office and store presentation at Bergdorf Goodman, she is responsible for the overall look of the famous retailer’s Fifth Avenue flagship. “Never underestimate the effect aesthetics have on how people feel,” she says, a mantra she puts to good use at her weekend getaway in Orient (“Linda’s Place,” page 66). “Aesthetics matter!”

ROBERT RUFINO

Stylist Robert Rufino (“Linda’s Place,” page 66) got his start “at the real Henri Bendel at 10 West 57th Street, in the 1970s, under the genius of the legendary Geraldine Stutz. It was a very special time in New York.” Although he had initially wanted to be a fashion designer, Rufino switched over to window display and store design and later became a veteran magazine editor. “Interiors are a lot like fashion,” he says. “We dress ourselves as we dress our homes. Your home reflects who you are.” —Shannon

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DESIGN DISCOVERIES FROM NEW YORK AND BEYOND

CURVES AHEAD

There has been a bend in the road for a host of new home accessories on the market, whether they sport vintage vibes or outer galaxy panache. New York– and Hamptons-based designer Carol Egan has been on a roll lately, churning out the exquisitely cantilevered Robusto chair, a painted fiberglass wonder made with the help of 3D modeling and custom detailing. Priced from $15,000 and available in six colorways (shown: yellow and pink), at Maison Gerard, 53 E. 10th St., NYC, 212-674-7611, maisongerard.com.

Produced by skilled craftspeople in Soane Britain’s Leicestershire workshop, this Regency-inspired, modernized rattan and bamboo sofa is a far cry from the stuff of Grandma’s front porch. What’s more, it’s available Stateside just in time for the opening of the company’s new Madison Avenue showroom. $15,000 (as shown), by appointment at 22 E. 65th St., 4th fl., NYC, 646-201-9553, soane.com.

MILLER TIME

Recently launched by Herman Miller in collaboration with Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa, the Asari chair makes WFH look like anything but work. Subtly designed to make long days at the computer easier on the body, it’s also extra comfortable thanks to a heady combo of warm textiles and supple leather from Maharam. $1,395, available in eight colorways (shown: yellow), 251 Park Ave. S., NYC, 212-753-3022, hermanmiller.com.

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Designed by Dimitri De Vocht for Industry West’s new Contour Collection, the Organic dining table in plaster and concrete coating features an asymmetric silhouette that’s a real palate pleaser. $3,495, 14 Crosby St., NYC, 917-410-5466, industrywest.com.

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The Danish firm Hay has just released the Andreas Bergsaker–designed Chisel lounge chair, a sinuous spin on its molded plywood precedents of yore. $695, available in five colorways (shown: Lush Green), us.hay.com.

From Yucatan-based designer Laura Kirar’s new collection for Arteriors, the mangowood and linen Vargueño chair features delicately carved details on the seat and a soft landing for the lower back. $2,730, available in umber (shown) and white, NYDC, 200 Lexington Ave., Ste. 202, NYC, 646-797-3620, arteriorshome.com.

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Give your home library a stylish update with these new releases

Just Out Now Publishers Abrams, Clarkson Potter, Flammarion, Frances Lincoln, Gibbs Smith, the Monacelli Press, Rizzoli, Schumacher Books, Triglyph Books, and Vendome are releasing new titles from the following authors and companies: Carrier and Company Interiors, Paloma Contreras, John Demsey, Emily Evans Eerdmans, Simon Elliott, Laura Gonzalez, François Halard, Richard Hallberg Interiors, Alexa Hampton, Michael G. Imber, Ralph Lauren, Nina Magon, Marin Montagut, Hudson Moore, Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen, David Netto, James Boyd Niven, Renzo Piano, Antoinette Poisson, Amanda Reynal, Sawyer | Berson, Hunt Slonem, John Stefanidis, Sara Story, Rose Uniacke, and Kelly Wearstler.

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Aster Place

For a different kind of fall color, mums are the word

Sugar maples aren’t the only source of bright color in the autumn. The 32,000 species in the Asteraceae family include marigolds, sunflowers, mums, and countless other daisy-like plants. From delicate asters to supermarket chrysanthemums, their blossoms will provide a visual feast through the first frost.

—Alejandro Saralegui

Single pale pink blossoms and bright yellow centers offer a bright counterpart to red and yellow fall foliage and the faded beiges of grasses and perennials. In the shimmery sun of autumn afternoons, it’s a beauty to behold.

1. SHEFFIELD PINK GARDEN MUM

(Chrysanthemum ‘Hillside Sheffield Pink’)

Zones: 5–9

Height: 2–3 feet; width: 2–3 feet

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2. MATCHSTICKS CHRYSANTHEMUM (Chrysanthemum ‘Matchsticks’)

Zones: 5–9

Height: 1½–2 feet; width: 1½–2 feet

In the competitive chrysanthemum world, some varieties are bred to produce flowers that look like they’ve come from outer space. ‘Matchsticks’ lends visual interest to perennial beds and mirrors the prevailing color palette of fall.

3. FRIKART’S ASTER ( Aster x frikartii ‘Mönch’)

Zones: 5–10

Height: 2–3 feet; width: 1–1½ feet

The lovely lavender blue flowers of this Swiss hybrid start blooming in midsummer and continue through the fall. The plant has a looser form than most asters and is mildew resistant.

4. FIREWORKS IGLOO CHRYSANTHEMUM (Chrysanthemum ‘Fireworks Igloo’)

Zones: 4–9

Height: 1½–2 feet; width: 2–2½ feet

This chrysanthemum’s spidery pink blossoms emerge from a more traditional mum-shaped plant. A hardy perennial, it will

bloom from the first year it is planted.

5. KALIMERIS (Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’)

Zones: 5–9

Height: 1–1½ feet; width: 1–1½ feet

This mum-like plant starts up in the summer, but a light shear after its first bloom will encourage it to blossom again in the fall. The pale blue one-inchdiameter flowers play well with most garden beds.

6. NEW YORK ASTER (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii )

Zones: 4–8

Height: 3–4 feet; width: 2–3 feet

This newly renamed aster, an Eastern Seaboard native, grows from Canada as far south as Georgia. The blooms attract butterflies and other insect pollinators.

7. FALSE ASTER (Boltonia asteroides)

Zones: 3–10

Height: 5–6 feet; width: 2–4 feet

This tiny daisy blooms at the end of summer on super-tall plants, so it’s an ideal back-of-theborder choice, without being too showy. It tends to set seed, so keep it in check in the spring.

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TIPS

• Pinching back stems in late spring will lower overall plant height but also delay bloom time.

• Taller asters add a frothy, airy appeal to floral arrangements. Bonus points: Asters typically last a week or longer in a vase.

• Native asters are a great choice for attracting autumn pollinators and butterflies.

• Asters are also terrific in meadows, where they provide late-season color amid fading fall grasses and often a bit of height as well.

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THE INSIDE SCOOP ON REGIONAL REAL ESTATE

The Ansonia, the Apthorp, the Astor, the Beresford, and the Dakota: All are iconic, but do they carry the same cachet today as they did in the past? Median prices per square foot are down, inventory is up slightly, and demand is still high in the storied swath these historic buildings inhabit on the Upper West Side, so chances are good that prospective future owners of apartments within them won’t be suffering buyer’s remorse anytime soon.

UPPER WEST SIDE STORY

Built in 1884, the German Renaissance Revival–style Dakota has housed a bevy of stars, including Judy Garland, Lauren Bacall, Leonard Bernstein, Rosemary Clooney, and Yoko Ono and John Lennon, who was fatally shot in the entry archway in 1980. Some of its outdated amenities—such as a breezeway and courtyard for horse-drawn carriages— have been replaced or modified, but its interior grandeur and notoriety for exclusivity remain the same. The Dakota’s spectacularly selective board has rejected high-profile celebrities including Madonna, Antonio Banderas, and Cher, among many others. Designed by architect Emery Roth in 1929, the 22-story Renaissance Revival−style co-op the Beresford bears a rusticated limestone-and-brick façade and three towers capping off its rooftop’s corners. Many of the original 178 apartments have been split or combined over the years, yet the grand scale of the rooms, 10-foot ceilings, woodburning fireplaces, and private or semi-private elevator landings continue to draw high-profile politicians, celebrities, and CEOs. Noted for its mansard roof, turrets, and limestone, granite, white brick, and terra-cotta façade, the Beaux Arts−style Ansonia was constructed

Five Stars Have these legendary apartment buildings on the Upper West Side been able to hold on to their original luster?

THE ANSONIA

in 1903 as a residential hotel. The 17-story building originally included 2,500 rooms, but it fell into disrepair during the 1970s and was even briefly home to a gay bathhouse where Bette Midler performed. By 1992, it had been converted into 385 luxurious condos, where a 1,600-square-foot two-bedroom is currently listed for $2.25 million. At the turn of the 20th century, William Waldorf Astor commissioned architecture firm Clinton & Russell to design two Renaissance Revival rental buildings, the Apthorp and the Astor, which have both seen a refresh in the last decade. Built in 1908, the Apthorp— celebrated for its richly ornamented limestone façade and wrought-iron entry gates—was conceived as the largest apartment house ever built and has served as home to celebrities ranging from George Balanchine to Al Pacino and Nora Ephron. Residents of its 155 condos enjoy access to a 6,500-square-foot amenity suite with a private spa and fitness center. And the Astor, built in 1901, got a fancy facelift by interiors firm Pembrooke & Ives when it was converted from rental units to condos in 2018. Ranging from studios to fivebedrooms, plus three 3,400-square-foot fourbedroom penthouses that are still underway, the apartments boast high ceilings, spacious floor plans, and woodburning fireplaces. Half a dozen units—priced from $1.2 million

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to $6.995 million—remain, with the last two penthouses expected to come to market soon. —Jean

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SAFE AND SOUND

The summer season has drawn to a close for most people, but not for property management firms in the Hamptons. Once the outdoor furnishings have been secured and the pool closed, companies such as Bridgehampton-based Hamptons House Watching take over, performing weekly inspections for interior and exterior leaks and running the faucets, among other monitoring and maintenance chores that seasonal homeowners often don’t think of or remember to do. Pricing is typically based on square footage, and for a separate fee, the firm will also coordinate outside visits by vendors such as plumbers and window cleaners in addition to overseeing client bills, although company account manager Kathy DeVoll cautions, “We do not claim to be a concierge service.” Hamptons Property Services, also based in Bridgehampton, specializes in annual contracts that provide line-item pricing for prospective clients in advance. Property-wide caretaking covers interior maintenance, landscaping, pest control, and pool and tennis-court care, among other duties.

Homeowners

Perched on the 18th and 19th floors of the iconic Plaza hotel, two capacious corner units present a rare opportunity for a modern-day Eloise to create a dreamy duplex condo in one of the city’s most coveted settings. The 1907 landmark French château–style building, made famous during the last century by residents ranging from F. Scott Fitzgerald to Marilyn Monroe, heightened its profile in 2005, when its upper floors were converted to private residences. Among the selling points: a formal dining room with a stained-glass ceiling in one unit, a 1,000-square-foot living room in the other, and approximately 4,000 square feet of living space and four bedrooms in each, along with multiple sitting rooms. “The apartments also have access to the hotel’s amenities,” says Compass broker Charlie Attia, who is listing them together for $31.4 million, “including white-glove concierge and valet service as well as a spa, hair salon, and the legendary Palm Court.” —J. N.

can expect to pay an average of $35,000 annually, with larger estates containing multiple structures running upwards of $100,000.

—Pamela Brill

CHEAPER, FASTER, SMARTER

With land prices at record highs, material costs on the rise, and skilled labor in short supply, constructing a new home in the Hamptons is costlier and more time-consuming than ever. But a group of architects and builders are deploying a creative and well-tested approach to erecting quality bespoke homes in short order and at significantly lower prices. The secret? After these houses are custom-designed by an architect, their modular building components are prefabricated, shipped to the site, and pieced together like Legos.

Among the trailblazers in this sphere is New York−based Resolution: 4 Architecture, which constructs custom residences with prefab materials for approximately $700 to $800 per square foot (as opposed to as much as $2,000 per square foot for more conventional builds). “Roughly 80 percent of a project can be completed in two to four weeks,” says firm principal Joseph Tanney. “The remaining 20 percent, including all interior fixtures and finishes, takes about four to six months.”

Unlike the Sears & Roebuck kit homes of yore, the residences produced by these companies are built to the highest standards with top-shelf materials and finish work by skilled craftspeople, all executed “in close

cooperation with the customers,” says FD Building founder Mike Alberti, who has partnered with architects Alexander and Michelle Kolbe to form evoHamptons, another high-end prefab firm. Because evoHamptons relies on one factory in Pennsylvania and a core group of craftsmen, it’s less dependent on local contractors and fluctuating labor rates. “Building a custom home using off-site fabrication can cut the total construction time by 50 to 70 percent, thereby minimizing the costs and the ecological impact.”

Energy efficiency, not surprisingly, is also key to minimizing heat loss, a goal Alberti says depends on “high-performance windows and super-insulated, airtight walls that can only be made in a factory. Our homes exceed the HERS [Home Energy Rating System] codes required by many municipalities, including the towns of Southampton and East Hampton.” Another player, Southampton-based Hampton Modular, touts waste reduction and minimized environmental impact in its approach to home building, while Resolution: 4 Architecture ensures that all its properties are specifically designed to meet LEED standards, most with “solar and geothermal supplemental energy sources,” Tanney says. Sometimes, he adds, the houses create more energy than they consume, allowing the owners to sell the excess back to the grid. It’s hard to argue with a design that keeps on giving. —J. N.

Pre-Fabulous Structures by evoHamptons (right) and Resolution: 4 Architecture (below left and right) are changing the East End building scene.

OCTOBER

Decorating is all about the details, and no detail is too small

URBAN FLAIR

BY DAVID MASELLO | PHOTOGRAPHS BY GIEVES ANDERSON

Do Come In (opposite) Furnishing pieces in the living room include Wayne swivel chairs and an armless Lombard chair, all from Kravet, and a Ludlow sofa from Maiden Home. The maple and travertine cocktail table is from Lexington Home. (this page) A Waldorf chandelier from Arteriors, Vaughan sconces, and a mirror from Currey & Company hang in the foyer. The Milling Road Genevieve console is from Baker. See Resources

Drink And Dine

Scalamandré’s Bloom in Delft Blue covers the walls in the dining room, which includes a Woodbridge table and chairs upholstered in a Fabricut velvet. The bar is a custom design by decorator Luba Libarikian. See Resources.

Interior designer Luba Libarikian encouraged her client and close friend, Branka Khoury, to throw a party, but not to invite her. The four-bedroom West End Avenue apartment that Libarikian had been furnishing for Khoury and her family wasn’t yet finished, but Khoury and her husband, who love to entertain, just couldn’t wait any longer.

“They’d moved in before the dining table and other key furnishings arrived,” recalls Libarikian, “but they wanted to have a big party showing off the finished apartment. I suggested to Branka that she host a party with just two other couples—to have a dry run and get a sense of how the rooms flowed, and to familiarize herself with where things were. I knew she needed to get a feel for how people would circulate in the new space.”

The Khourys’ impromptu gathering was a success, and Libarikian was happy to hear about it—even if, at her own insistence, she wasn’t invited. Now that the apartment is finished, Branka Khoury proudly deems her friend and designer

as the star of every party. “The vision for our home was very much Luba’s,” says Khoury, a pharmaceutical executive. “She was the leader, and we were her followers. I’m one of those people who can say that I know what I like and what I don’t like, but I don’t know how to create what I like.”

Fortunately, Libarikian knows her vivacious, party-loving client well, describing Khoury as “an extrovert in the best sense of the word—generous, welcoming, fun.” To play up Khoury’s vibrant personality, Libarikian employed color, starting with a single armless chair in the living room that’s half-upholstered in a Pierre Frey fabric suggesting the patterns and hues of an Oriental rug, primarily pink, claret, magenta, and blue. It’s intentionally positioned so that it’s the first piece of furniture anyone sees upon entering the room, and it spearheaded the design for the rest of the home, becoming “the reference we always came back to during the process.”

It follows that Khoury is a big fan of all things pink and wears pink and magenta outfits to great effect, Libarikian says admiringly, and her daughter’s bedroom is accordingly kitted out in a similar palette, a veritable cocoon of soft pink. “We bathed the room in the color,” the designer comments, “but I didn’t want to make it babyish. I wanted her to be able to grow into the space.”

In the dining room, a glamorous blue floral Scalamandré wallpaper contrasts smartly with a solid-blue bar custom-designed by Libarikian. “Branka fell in love with the wall covering the minute she saw it,” Libarikian recounts, “and while we looked at probably 30 other patterns, we kept coming back to it.” For

Creature Comforts (opposite top and bottom) The primary bedroom includes a feature wall covered in a Zoffany grass cloth, nightstands from Theodore Alexander, and a dresser from Interlude Home. (this page) The marble used for the primary bath’s wall and floor is from Artistic Tile and the shower fittings are from Waterworks. See Resources

the primary bath, Libarikian chose a variety of marble slabs vigorously veined in similar blues and lilacs, their almost dizzying effect tempered by polka-dotted hexagonal tile on the floor and a solid white accent marble on the wall and the room’s vanity.

The airy, high-ceilinged foyer had been a selling point for Khoury when she and her husband were conducting their apartment search. “I was adamant about having a place where I didn’t walk directly into the living room—I wanted a real foyer, like you’d find in a house,” Khoury says. “And Luba made it into a room by adding paneling and ceiling molding.” The latter includes a medallion that

encircles a starburst-like chandelier, incorporated “because the apartment had old crown moldings that had been painted over a million times,” Libarikian reports. “You couldn’t make out the profile of the carvings, so this detail honors the original prewar design intent.”

Mixing business and friendship, it often turns out, can be challenging, but with this project, all was harmonious. “When you work with someone who’s a friend and then you’re still friends, even closer friends, at the end, that indicates a real level of respect and professionalism,” raves Khoury. And now, much to her delight, Libarikian continues to be invited to every party the Khourys host. ✹

In The Pink (this spread) In the daughter’s room, a Stark rug lends graphic contrast to walls painted in Benjamin Moore’s Pampas Grass and trim in Vintage Taupe. The quilt is from Ballard Designs and the accent chair is from Anthropologie. See Resources

We bathed the daughter’s room in soft pink,” the designer comments, “but I didn’t want to make it babyish. I wanted her to be able to grow into the space

SLEEK AND

CHIC

A former fashion designer works her magic on the interiors of a brand-new home in Sag Harbor

BY DAVID MASELLO | PHOTOGRAPHS BY NICOLE FRANZEN

Shingled Sensation McDonough & Conroy Architects designed the home, which was constructed by Hamptons Building Corporation. See Resources

For The Frill Of It (this spread) Armadillo Metalworks made the living room’s whimsical iron swing chair, a custom design by Jessica Gersten, who also designed the area rug. Other furnishings include a pair of Lawson Fenning armchairs, a vintage brown leather de Sede “Non Stop” sofa, and travertine nesting cocktail tables from Property. See Resources

Designing clothing for men and women is not unlike interior design, at least for decorator Jessica Gersten, who started out working for such fashion potentates as Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, and Kenneth Cole before she decided to segue into home decor. Each discipline, she argues, is about shape and form. “I love the way garments drape on a body and the way furnishings can define a space,” says the Manhattan-based designer. “And my passion outside of fashion has always been interiors.”

Shape, it turns out, plays a primary role in virtually every corner of the new seven-bedroom house in Sag Harbor featured on these pages.

“I appreciate the sinuous lines and sensuality that come with sculptural forms,” says Gersten, “and in this home, I pushed boundaries wherever I could. I wanted to create rooms that would make a person stop and look twice, to see the artisanship behind the object.”

It helped that her clients, attorneys Farin and Moe Fodeman, were up for some boundary-pushing. Gersten had already decorated their Upper

Pull Up A Chair

(this page) In the dining room, Lawson Fenning chairs covered in Nobilis fabrics surround an oak table designed by Jessica Gersten and 212 Renovations Group. (opposite) Pendants by Matthew Fairbank hang above a Caesarstone island in the kitchen. The barstools are from Matter. See Resources

Caesarstone in the kitchen

“is more user-friendly,” but subtle sophistication comes by way of shimmery ceramic tiles on the backsplash and a textural plaster range hood

East Side apartment, which they share with their three children, but they desired a strict departure for their weekend getaway. “Unlike the apartment, which I have to admit is cluttered,” Farin says, “we wanted a very clean, beachy vibe for the house, the first we’ve ever bought. We wanted to experience a sense of calm the moment we walked through the front door, a sort of ‘Zen’ feel.”

Gersten has a penchant for natural, organic forms and hues, so the collaboration was a good fit from the start. “I’m not convinced the right words exist to describe my aesthetic and how I used it here,” she reflects, “but ‘modern eclectic’ is as close as I can get.” Given virtual carte blanche by the Fodemans, she settled on a neutral palette of taupes, blacks, creams, and caramels (“The colors of nature,” she says), although the rooms are anything but laid-back in terms of drama.

Take the living room’s sinuous cognac-hued de Sede leather sectional sofa, which unfurls across the large space with a fashion runway–like panache, while at the opposite end, an iron swing seat hangs from the ceiling on a giant chain-link mount. “Jessica told us that she wanted to make a big statement in that corner,” Farin recounts, “and it’s definitely a focal point. My kids love to sit in it and read.”

Fashion-forward gestures appear throughout the house, from organically shaped mirrors in the foyer and powder room to a sculptural teakwood chair in the family room and a passel of lighting fixtures that double as practical objets d’art. Gersten’s own Uman ceiling pendant, comprising circular plaster rings secured with leather straps, hovers over the family room, while her custom-designed rope light dangles above the main staircase. The latter’s orbs are affixed to strands of macramé-like rope, an effect Gersten describes as “my way of playing with the flow of a garment as a household object. And the rope is visually interesting both inside the home and outside, since it’s visible through the double-height windows.”

Family-Friendly An RH sofa and Craft Associates armchairs flank an Objects & Ideas cocktail table from 1stdibs in the family room. Soleil New York fabricated the plaster ceiling fixture, a custom design by Jessica Gersten. See Resources

Places To Hang

(this page right)

The tester bed and nightstands in the primary bedroom are from Motxa Furniture. The throw is from Homelosophy. (this page below) Pendants from Stahl and Band dangle next to an Urban Outfitters mirror in the powder room. (opposite) Outdoor furnishings from RH and umbrellas from Walters line the backyard pool area. See Resources

Gersten also made her mark in the kitchen, where she used white Caesarstone for the island and countertops, rather than a veined marble that would typically be her stone of choice. “The Caesarstone is more user-friendly, kid-friendly, and homey,” she emphasizes. Subtle sophistication comes by way of shimmery white ceramic tiles on the backsplash and a textural plaster range hood.

A home, just like a well-made dress, has “to have a real soul,” Gersten says, “and being an interior designer means you can help change a family’s way of living simply by creating a new environment for them. What you design affects how they feel, and I wanted to make this family feel happy.” ✹

A home, just like a well-made dress, has “to have a real soul, and being an interior designer means you can help change a family’s way of living”

GLASS ACT

A Turkish-born artisan shatters all expectations in her new Chelsea abode

BY MICHAEL LASSELL | PHOTOGRAPHS BY HULYA KOLABAS

All That Shimmers

For the living room (opposite), Anne Lewis Brewer designed custom shelves in walnut and ebonized oak to display art-glass pieces by homeowner Felekşan Onar, who also made the floor lamp. Furnishings include a Saint-Germain sofa from Poliform, a custom swivel chair in a Dedar velvet, and a sling chair by Gratz. (this page) In the dining room, Neva chairs by Artisan surround an oval Driade table by Antonia Astori. Onar designed the ceiling fixtures. See Resources

Capture The Light

Felekşan Onar, an internationally known glass artist who was born and raised in Türkiye, lives in Istanbul with her husband, Hamdi Onar, but for many years, the couple also maintained a onebedroom apartment in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood. Les Ateliers Courbet, one of New York City’s top fine-furnishings and art galleries, sells Felekşan’s limited-edition functional art, decorative objects, and lighting pieces, which are also available through the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s gift shop.

Felekşan, who attended Cornell as an undergraduate and later went on to Harvard, had started out working in finance, but 20 years ago she decided to follow a passion ignited during her early teens and began educating herself in glassmaking. She got her first kiln in 2003 and in 2006 opened Fy-Shan, her own glass atelier in Istanbul.

Fast forward to the COVID era, when Felekşan and Hamdi began looking to upgrade to a new Stateside pied-à-terre, preferably one with a terrace. Fortuitously, a 1,700-square-foot two-bedroom duplex with a terrace and a postcard view of the Empire State Building became available in the same building they had been living in previously, where their adult daughters also now make their home. The Onars closed on the new digs in summer 2021.

After interviewing several decorators online, the Onars chose Anne Lewis Brewer, founding principal of Lewis Birks, to help tailor the space to their taste and needs. Brewer, a Kentucky native who has a degree in architecture from Washington University and was recommended by a mutual friend, started out in New York working for decorators including Tori Golub and Damon Liss. “I just

In the foyer (above), a wall covered in leather tiles from Edelman serves as a backdrop for a made-to-order Christian Liaigre bench and a pair of Onar’s favorite sneakers rendered in glass. (opposite clockwise from top left) Brewer designed a custom headboard for the primary bedroom, where a feature wall is covered in a Phillip Jeffries silk. Designed by Marco Zanuso in 1951, a Lady chair from Cassina sits on a pale blue rug. An Onar lamp graces a walnut dresser from Croft House. An Infinity mirror from CB2 hangs above a custom storage bench. See Resources

loved everything about interiors,” Brewer recounts, “so I decided to go that route.” In 2017, she opened her own firm.

The Onars were not looking for a complete overhaul. “We did not want to knock down any walls,” Felekşan says, “although we did want to refinish the parquet floors and restore the kitchen cabinets,” the latter installed by the apartment’s previous owner. “Felekşan and Hamdi entertain frequently,” adds Brewer, “and definitely needed more storage. And, of course, places to display Felekşan’s glass.”

Furniture arrangements came next, something that “Anne was very good with,” says Felekşan, who oversaw most of the couple’s aesthetic decisions.

“She came up with about six different solutions for the furniture,” including custom, new, and vintage pieces, although the Onars took the cautionary

step of moving in with rented furniture to see how things would work. “I rented an L-shaped sofa to see if I would actually like it,” Felekşan says, “and I did.” She also cut out a paper oval the same size as the proposed dining table to make sure it would fit as well as it did in her mind’s eye.

Perhaps Brewer’s most creative contribution is the full-wall display and storage cabinet in the living room, which includes sliding doors that hide the TV. Brewer also painted the living room ceiling in a high-gloss finish that perfectly complements Felekşan’s glasswork, some of which was made specifically for the apartment, such as dining room ceiling fixtures that pay homage to ancient Middle Eastern oil lamps. Brewer muses, “It’s not often a decorator is able to say to a client, ‘I need two ceiling fixtures,’ and give her the size and colors and have them turn out exactly right!” ✹

Take It Outside (this spread) Furnishings on the terrace include a modular sofa by Skargaarden from the Danish Design Store, a concrete coffee table from CB2, a Havana chair from RH, an accent stool from Marni Market, and a Richard Schutlz 1966 dining table from DWR and Jonas dining chairs from AllModern. See Resources.

“Felekşan and Hamdi entertain frequently and definitely needed more storage. And, of course, places to display Felekşan’s glass”

Stylish Setting (this page) Homeowner Linda Fargo on the exterior spiral staircase by Paragon Stairs. (opposite) The pool sits between the house and an outdoor entertaining area decorated with a firepit and furnishings from Brown Jordan. See Resources

LINDA’S PLACE

In Orient, Bergdorf Goodman exec Linda Fargo trains her gimlet eye on a diamond in the rough

BY HEATHER BUCHANAN | PHOTOGRAPHS BY BJÖRN WALLANDER | STYLED BY ROBERT RUFINO

Linda Fargo, the longtime senior vice president, fashion office and store presentation for Bergdorf Goodman, knows a thing or two about transformations. “I am able to take something that other people might discard and turn it into something different,” she says. “And I had always said to myself that if I found a modest property which was uniquely positioned, definitely non-suburban, and in a restorative and inspiring natural setting, I would at last consider the fraught leap into building a home.”

In 2019, after years of renting on the East End, Fargo found just the thing: a 1980s upside-down saltbox with no driveway, a useless carport, front stairs that didn’t lead to an entry door, and generally an air of disrepair. Located on more than two acres in the quiet enclave of Orient, it had a beautiful vista, and she felt it speaking to her.

Then came the transformation. Undaunted, Fargo rolled up her fashionable sleeves to bring her vision to life.

Airy Lair

In the living room, a pair of Italian mid-20th-century chairs from Beall & Bell are covered in a lambswool from Kravet. The Noguchistyle coffee table features a driftwood finish by Jeanine Gerding of j9design. See Resources

“I felt a little bit like Eva Gabor in Green Acres,” she says, “a city girl trying to understand why tree roots might wrap around a well.” Fargo decided to forgo an architect to make the home as personal as possible and tapped into her own love of design and the style skills she honed over the years. “I was fortunate to have found a flexible and creative contractor, Bill Gorman, who became my true partner in the organic evolution of the house,” she adds, describing the building process as “somewhere between very organized and planned and also very responsive, as challenges or new ideas often presented themselves.” The pair decided to raise the home, transform the carport into a glass-walled all-season room, and add considerably more windows, all with the goal of maximizing the views overlooking the surrounding farm fields.

Fargo settled on “Driftwood” as the “namesake of the first residential home I have designed for myself, after 20 years of designing for my other ‘home,’ Bergdorf Goodman.” Her inspiration: piles of driftwood collected

Entertaining Notions

(opposite) Chairs from Interlude Home surround a table from RH in the dining area. (this page right) Barstools from RH sit at a Caesarstonetopped island in the kitchen, which features cabinetry by Miralis.

(below) Kitted out with a table and chairs from Brown Jordan, the upstairs outdoor dining area overlooks Fargo’s pool and surrounding vineyard. See Resources

Objects Of Beauty

(this page clockwise from below left) A guest room features a bed frame from Williams-Sonoma Home and rope sconces from Palecek. Woodmotif ceramic planks from Cancos Tile & Stone cover the floor and walls of the primary bath, which includes a driftwood-finish vanity from Porcelanosa. In the powder room, a custom mirror from Mirror Fair hangs above a driftwood-trunk vanity from Lumber + Salt. ( opposite ) In the primary bedroom, a bust sourced from Beale & Bell plays foil to a slab of driftwood from Lumber + Salt. See Resources

during many years of walking the local beaches, occasionally in competition with a local artist who would sometimes snatch from her piles. “I wondered, What am I going to do with all this wood?” Fargo recounts. “Maybe build something out of it someday.”

Driftwood appears in abundance throughout Fargo’s home, and its shades of gray establish the overall palette, from the “sauna-like” bathrooms clad in ceramic tile to the PID flooring, which she chose for its “untamed and essentially rather wild” quality. Fargo is also a design locavore deeply tapped into the North Fork retail scene. Beall & Bell in Greenport played a vital role in the decorative accessories and furniture, and she has also sourced special wood pieces and reclaimed objects from Lumber + Salt in Jamesport. Fargo’s home in the city is decked out in leopard, zebra, and all things exotic and fanciful, but her goal in the country was to show restraint and keep the spirit, like Orient itself, as “decidedly casual, functional, hearty, imperfect, and natural.”

Fargo’s design inspiration: piles of driftwood collected during many years of walking the local beaches.

“I wondered, What am I going to do with all this wood? Maybe build something out of it someday”

Well-Seasoned (this

spread) The all-season room features custom benches fabricated by New England Barn using wood from PID Floors and topped with cushions covered in a Kravet linen. The vintage driftwood coffee table and lamp are from Lumber + Salt, the rope sconces are from Palecek, and the planter is from Rica Bath + Body. See Resources

Landscape architect Jonathan Paetzel helped tame the grounds and grasses, and then a pool was added, watched over by The Guardian, a sculpture by Katherine Stanek purchased at the William Ris Gallery in Jamesport. To “fence” the pool, Fargo decided to install a pergola and a mini vineyard with the help of local vintner Steve Mudd. The thickgrowing vines, which do not produce fruit, animate and amplify the landscape. “Both the orientation of the pool and the linear vineyards,” Fargo comments, “intentionally lead the eye out and away to pastoral vistas.” Exterior furnishings around the pool, pergola, and decks, mostly from Brown Jordan’s H Collection, are fittingly “earthy and organic,” she adds. Now that the once dilapidated, nonsensical ugly duckling has been transformed into a thing of beauty, Fargo marvels at what might come next, especially with the additions to the indoor and outdoor living areas. Rather than being ephemeral and something merely collected on the beach, “Driftwood” has now become her home. ✹

Vineyard Views (opposite top left) Fargo and her partner, Tony Brand, in “Gianna,” a 1970 Fiat Cinquecento. (opposite top right, opposite bottom, and this page) Furnishings on the lower deck and pool area are from Brown Jordan. Sculptor Katherine Stanek’s The Guardian keeps watch over the pool and the vineyard beyond. See Resources

Color Whirl

A flavor-filled seasonal dish that looks as good as it tastes

LENTIL AND BEET SALAD

1½ c. small green (Puy) lentils, rinsed

4 c. water

1¾ tsp. kosher salt, divided

2 large garlic cloves, peeled

1 bay leaf

3 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed

2 T freshly squeezed orange juice

1 T balsamic vinegar

1 tsp. Dijon mustard

Freshly ground pepper to taste

4 T olive oil

2 c. baby arugula

½ c. thinly sliced shallots (1 small)

2 oz. goat cheese, crumbled

1 red or watermelon radish, very thinly sliced

Put the lentils and the water in a medium saucepan and add 1 teaspoon of the salt, the garlic, and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 10 to 12 minutes until almost tender. Turn off the heat and let sit for 5 minutes so the lentils continue to cook gently. Drain, rinse, and set aside. Discard the bay leaf and reserve the garlic cloves.

Place the beets in the saucepan, cover with water by 2 inches, and add ½ teaspoon of the salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook at a lively simmer for about 30 minutes, or until a paring knife inserted into a beet meets no resistance. Turn off the heat and let the beets cool in the liquid for at least 10 minutes so they continue to cook gently. Drain and cover with cold water right in the pot. Slip the skins off under the water.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mash the reserved garlic cloves with a fork and stir in the orange juice, vinegar, mustard, and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the oil.

Cut the beets in half lengthwise (or quarter them if large) and slice them about ¼-inch thick. Mix with the dressing while they’re still warm, then stir in the lentils and adjust seasonings. (At this point, you can refrigerate for up to 2 days or proceed with the recipe. Just bring back to room temperature when ready to serve and adjust seasonings to taste.) To serve, toss with the arugula and the shallots, then gently fold in the cheese and transfer to a serving bowl. Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, thinly slice the radish and scatter the pieces over the top. Serves 6 to 8.

Duly Noted

Boiled beets are the easiest to peel and contribute to the flavor and juiciness of the dressing. If you can’t find Puy lentils, small black beluga lentils can be used, but common brown lentils won’t stay firm after being cooked.

Text and photography © 2023 by Susan Spungen/excerpted and adapted from Veg Forward (Harper Celebrate)

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Innovation in Design Awards

JennAir and P. C. Richard & Son hosted the 11th edition of the HAMPTONS IDAS, held on location at the 2023 Hampton Designer Showhouse presented by HC&G

House Tour VIP Panel

HC&G and Hamptons 20 Century Modern (H20CM) hosted a panel discussion at ONNA HOUSE in East Hampton

( top two rows clockwise from top right ) C&G’s Wendy Horwitz with Compass’s Karin Kimtis. IDA winners Lucas LeBlanc and Viola Rouhani of Stelle Lomont Rouhani Architects. Hans and Paulette Kretschman of IDA sponsor Plexi-Craft. Julie Alvarado and Joe Sarasky of Badilla Painters. Daniel Rauchwerger of IDA runner-up BoND Architecture & Interior Design. Interior design IDA finalist Tara Kantor with Rickie Broff. Landscape architect and garden design IDA winner Edmund Hollander. ( bottom row left to right ) Daniel Popadick, interior design IDA winner Marie-Christine McNally, and Todd Pickard with designer and IDA judge Jayne Michaels. Designer Antonio DeLoatch with Joe Ciuffo of IDA sponsor Ciuffo Cabinetry. Jeanine Gurdon with Tom Cavallo of Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

( near right ) Arts patron, Onna House founder, and 2023–24 HC&G IDA Innovator honoree Lisa Perry, author Caroline Rob Zaleski, architect Viola Rouhani, and Docomomo US executive director Liz Waytkus participated in the panel. (clockwise from top left) Architect Craig Bassam with Rob and Holly Carter. Joseph Barretto and Michael Marton. HC&G Publisher Pamela Eldridge with H20CM founder Timothy Godbold. Sascha Feldman, Carrie Shapiro, and Peter Frey. Architects Amy Weinstein and Phil Esocoff.

Hampton Classic Top Tables

Guests gathered for exciting show jumping at the 47TH ANNUAL HAMPTON CLASSIC, where HC&G conducted a table decoration competition judged by Editorial Director Kendell Cronstrom and artisan Marsia Holzer

( top two rows clockwise from top left ) Zoë Hoare designed HC&G’s table. Compass’s third-place table. HC&G Editorial Director and table judge Kendell Cronstrom with ribbons. Hermès’s second-place table. Best in show winner Irene Neuwirth with judge Marsia Holzer. The Irene Neuwirth table. ( bottom two rows clockwise from far left ) Kendell Cronstrom with best floral design winner Lilee Fell. Christie Tagliavia and Michael Tagliavia of Fifth and Dune. The Asprey table won for best overall theme. Dana Trotter, founding partner of the Agency, which won for most innovative. The Agency’s table.

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Photo by Paul Bickford

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RESOURCES

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URBAN FLAIR

Pages 42–49: Interior design, Libarikian Interiors, 212-3437201, libarikianinteriors.com.

Architecture, Victor Ruiz, 646338-5699. Construction, Sparta Group Construction, 917-328-2502, spartagroupconstruction.com. Stylist, Martin Bourne through Ashley Klinger & Co., 212-564-0216, ashleyklinger. com.

Additional credits not on page: Page 42: Rug, Armadillo. Side tables, Made Goods. Lamps, Visual Comfort & Co. Artwork: DC Moore Gallery. Page 43: Sconces, Vaughan. Ottomans, Made Goods. Pages 44–45: Mirror, Vaughan. Chandelier, Noir Furniture. Page 46: Rug, Jaipur Living. Roman shade fabric, Fabricut. Artwork, Left Bank Art. Pages 48–49: Curtains, Fabricut. Chandelier, Visual Comfort & Co. Artwork (above bed), Chairish.

SLEEK AND CHIC

Pages 50–59: Interior design, Jessica Gersten Interiors, 212790-9540, jessicagersteninteriors. com. Architecture, McDonough &

Items pictured but not listed here are from private collections or have no additional details.

Conroy Architects P.C., 631-4916400, mcdonoughconroy.com.

Builder, Hamptons Builder, 631432-8176, hamptonsbuildingcorp. com. Landscape design, W. Dean Gomolka, 917-817-1429, wdgdesigns. com.

Additional credits not on page: Page 54: Pendants, Swadoh. Curtains, Romo. Wall covering (custom), Jessica Gersten Interiors.

Page 55: Backsplash, Riad

Tile. Pages 56–57: Sofa fabric, Perennials. Page 58: Primary bedroom: Bed covering, Matouk. Roman shade fabric, Lee Jofa. Roman shade fabrication, Arit Designs. Rug, Country Carpet.

GLASS ACT

Pages 60–65: Interior design, Lewis Birks, LLC, 502-644-4405, lewisbirks. com.

Additional credits not on page: Page 60: Rug, Carini. Side table (walnut), Garde. Shelving unit, JCP Cabinetry. Page 63: Blanket, Kunsthalle Zürich Museum Shop.

LINDA’S PLACE

Pages 66–77: Builder, Bill Gorman, New England Barns, newenglandbarns@aol.com. Landscape design and swimming pool design, Jonathan Paetzel,

Marshall Paetzel Landscape Architecture, 631-209-2410, mplastudio.com.

Additional credits not on page: Pages 68–69: Fireplace, Malm. Rug (custom), Sisal Rugs. Page 70: Console, RH. Sconces, Antony Todd Home.

SOURCE LIST

(T) = Sources available through architects, interior designers, and design professionals.

Architects & Designers Building (A&D), 150 E. 58th St., NYC, 212-6442766, adbuilding.com.

Decoration & Design Building (D&D), 979 Third Ave., NYC, 212-7595408, ddbuilding.com.

Fine Arts Building (FAB), 232 E. 59th St., NYC.

Interior Arts Building (IAB), 306 E. 61st St., NYC, interiorartsbuilding. com.

New York Design Center (NYDC), 200 Lexington Ave., NYC, 212-6799500, nydc.com.

1stdibs, 1stdibs.com

212 Renovations Group, 212 renovations.com

Anthropologie, anthropologie.com

Antony Todd Home, antonytodd.com

Arit Designs, aritdesigns.net

Armadillo, armadillo-co.com

Armadillo Metalworks, armadillo metal.com

Arteriors (T), NYDC, arteriorshome. com

Artisan, artisanchairs.net (see also Fair)

Artistic Tile (A&D), artistictile.com

Baker (T), NYDC, bakerfurniture.com

Ballard Designs, ballarddesigns.com

Beale & Bell, 631-477-8239

Benjamin Moore, benjaminmoore. com

Brown Jordan, brownjordan.com

Cancos Tile & Stone, cancostile andstone.com

Carini (T), D&D, josephcarinicarpets. com

CB2, cb2.com

Chairish, chairish.com

Christian Liaigre, studioliaigre.com

Country Carpet, countrycarpet.com

Craft Associates, craftassociates furniture.com

Croft House, crofthouse.com

Currey & Company (T), NYDC, curreyandcompany.com

DC Moore Gallery, dcmooregallery. com

Dedar (T), D&D, dedar.com

DWR, dwr.com

Edelman, edelmanleather.com

Fabricut (T), D&D, fabricut.com

Fair (T), NYDC, fair-design.com

Garde, gardeshop.com

Gratz (see Fair)

Homelosophy, homelosophy.com

Interlude Home (T), NYDC, interludehome.com

Jaipur Living, jaipurliving.com

JCP Cabinetry, jcpcabinetry.com

Jeanine Gerding, studioj9design. com

Jessica Gersten Interiors, jessica gersteninteriors.com

Jonas, jonasworkroom.com, and at AllModern, allmodern.com

Katherine Stanek, katherine stanek.com, and at William Ris

Gallery, williamris.com

Kravet (T), D&D, kravet.com

Kunsthalle Zürich Museum

Shop, kunsthallezurich.ch

Lawson Fenning, lawsonfenning. com

Lee Jofa (T), D&D, kravet.com

Left Bank Art (T), NYDC, leftbank art.com

Lexington Home (T), NYDC, lexington.com

Lumber + Salt, lumberandsalt.com

Made Goods (T), D&D, made goods.com

Maiden Home, maidenhome.com

Malm, malmfireplaces.com, and at Hampton Hearth and Patio Inc., hamptonhearth.com

Marni Market, marni.com

Matouk, matouk.com

Matter, mattermatters.com

Matthew Fairbank, mfdnyc.com

Miralis, miralis.com

Mirror Fair, mirrorfair.com

Motxa Furniture, motxa.com

Nobilis, nobilis.fr

Noir Furniture, noirfurniturela.com

Objects & Ideas, objectsandideas. com (see also 1stdibs)

Palecek, palecek.com

Paragon Stairs, paragonstairs.com

Perennials, perennialsand sutherland.com

Phillip Jeffries (T), D&D, phillip jeffries.com

PID Floors, pidfloors.com

Poliform, poliform.it

Porcelanosa, porcelanosa-usa. com

Property, propertyfurniture.com

RH, rh.com

Riad Tile, riadtile.com

Rica Bath + Body, ricabody.com

Romo, romo.com

Scalamandré (T), D&D, scalamandre.com

Sisal Rugs, sisalrugs.com

Skargaarden, skargaarden. com, and at Danish Design Store, danishdesignstore.com

Soleil New York, soleilny.com

Stahl and Band, stahlandband. com

Stark (T), D&D, ashleystarkhome. com

Swadoh, swadoh.com

Theodore Alexander, theodore alexander.com

Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters. com

Vaughan (T), D&D, vaughandesigns. com

Visual Comfort & Co. (T), NYDC, visualcomfort.com

Walters, walterswicker.com

Waterworks, waterworks.com

Williams-Sonoma Home, williamssonoma.com

Woodbridge, woodbridgefurniture. com

Zoffany (T), D&D, zoffany. sandersondesigngroup.com

D&D FALL MARKET

Join CTC&G Editorial Director DJ Carey at the D&D Building’s David Sutherland showroom as she moderates the panel “Intersection of Architecture and Landscape” with Justin Quinn, a partner in landscape design company James Doyle Design Associates, and Andrew Kotchen, founding principal of architecture/design firm Workshop/APD. The group will explore indoor/ outdoor living and the collaborations between architects and landscape architects, with book signings to follow. 1:30 p.m., 979 Third Ave., Ste. 401, NYC; for more information and to register, go to ddbuilding.com.

HAMPTONS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

10/5 10/5-12

HC&G is a proud contributing sponsor of the 31st annual Hamptons International Film Festival, which celebrates independent films, new releases, and other notable cinematic projects, including “Air, Land & Sea,” a series that focuses on worldwide environmental conservation. For more information, passes, and tickets, go to hamptonsfilmfest.org.

SALON ART + DESIGN

11/9-13

Join media sponsor NYC&G at the Park Avenue

Armory for the 12th edition of the Salon Art + Design fair, which showcases the very best in vintage, modern, and contemporary design and art, from mid-20th-century furniture (such as Joaquim Tenreiro’s 1958 sofa and armchairs, above) to cutting-edge works by the world’s top artists. 643 Park Ave., NYC; for tickets and more information, go to thesalonny.com.

—compiled by Stephanie Yalamas

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