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Planning a home remodel? What to know before the first swing of a hammer.

NIELSEN HERNANDEZ, OWNER, NIELSEN’S REMODELING & CONSTRUCTION

Do most remodelers and contractors essentially offer the same services?

Not at all. Experience and reputation matter in both the quality of the work and the comfort level you have with people working in your home for weeks to months at a time. We are a locally owned company with more than 20 years of experience and numerous industry certifications, so we know what it takes to have a successful project. Many remodeling companies will work with a few in-house designers, and most of those designers have limited styles and material choices and will often steer clients toward what they specialize in and offer. We work with seven different designers and pair our clients with a designer based on the client’s project needs, style, wants, and personality. We make the match based on the best fit. Some remodeling companies and designers only specialize in kitchen and bath remodels; we have experience in all types of remodeling projects, including whole-home remodels and outdoor living spaces. It’s important to choose a remodeling company with extensive experience in the type of project you have. You should have peace of mind about the remodeler you bring into your home. They should be respectful of your property and your family. You want to choose someone who will be there for you even after the last check has been cut and honors the warranty. Trust and transparency are important.

What are some questions I should ask remodeling companies or contractors?

There are the obvious criteria, such as how long their business has been in operation and checking to make sure they have proper insurance. Beyond that, you should look into their certifications and check their references. Ask to speak with recent clients about their experience and

have the remodeler show you pictures of those projects. Also ask for references from their vendors. Having a good reputation in the area and with local vendors is important. Also, ask them where they source their materials. If they mention big box retailers, this is an indication that the contractor may not be as experienced or be able to provide the high-quality products you’ll find at a local specialty vendor.

How long should I expect a remodeling project to take?

Every project is unique and dependent upon so many factors. However, we can typically do a full kitchen remodel in about eight to 12 weeks, a bathroom remodel in four to six weeks, and a whole-home remodel in about six months. This is from the day we break ground. In our company, we won’t begin a project until all materials are in the warehouse and have been checked, and we offer a five-year warranty once the project is complete. We also provide a firm estimate up front that we adhere to.

How can I best plan for an upcoming remodel?

It all depends on the project and your family’s needs. Some families are fine living in a portion of the home while the work is taking place, and others want to be completely away from the chaos and rent an Airbnb for a while. When we meet with our clients, we go over the entire process and what to expect so they can make the best choice. The timeframe and preparation needed depend on the scope of the project and the timeline. If our clients need movers, cleaners, storage, or other services, we provide that as well. Our goal is to make their life as comfortable as possible while the remodel takes place.

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Owned by founder Nielsen Hernandez, the company is known for quality workmanship, competitive pricing, and unparalleled customer service. From the initial consultation through project competition and warranty services, the Nielsen’s team expertly guides clients through every step of a remodeling project, no matter its size. The company is known for its stunning kitchen, bath, and outdoor living remodeling projects as well as wholehome renovations. Nielsen’s Remodeling & Construction takes a unique approach to remodeling by pairing each client with a designer after a thorough consultation. Nielsen believes a successful project begins with a good working relationship between the clients, contractor, and the designer so that ideas are aligned up front. Nielsen’s Remodeling & Construction specializes in luxury home remodels throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

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COLLECTED COOL

Designer Meredith Steinhart plays the long game and curates a layered home for her well-traveled clients.

BY RYAN CONNER

CONTENTS

62 72 92

72

IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

The Best Designers in Dallas 2023 share the most impactful details they’ve dreamed up to date.

Plus: Get the complete list of winners!

BY JESSICA OTTE

47

RISK & REWARD

Take chances in your home with a few daring trends, from statement lighting and boldly hued accessories to unique sculptural elements.

82 ISLAND TIME

Go around town and inside the second home of designer Chad Dorsey and builder Kurt Bielawski on Washington’s San Juan Island.

BY JESSICA OTTE

NEW/NOW

56 OUI, FLEA!

Designer Lisa Henderson shares her best tips and tricks for shopping Paris’ famous flea market, Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen.

92 REINVENTING

A CLASSIC

Designer Laura Lee Clark

Falconer and her longtime clients transform a dated Mediterranean into a forever home.

BY LAURA KOSTELNY

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WHAT THIS BUYS YOU

From a charming Bishop Arts abode to an ivy-covered Mediterranean in Highland Park, see just how far $1.25 million, $2 million, and $4.5 million will get you in Dallas.

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TAKING CHANCES

THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT A MILESTONE THAT CHALLENGES US TO SELFEVALUATE. Last month, I turned 50. Besides the time spent celebrating with loved ones, perhaps the greatest gift I was given that day was clarity. As we get older and more set in our ways, it can be hard to step outside of the box we may have gotten a bit stuck in. As I enter this new decade, I realized I want to push myself beyond my comfort zone more often. And anytime I’m trying something new, whether it’s changing careers or adopting a new workout regimen, I find it helpful to have a trusted friend/ accountability partner who can guide me in the right direction—and even push me when I need it.

In this issue, our New/ Now section explores trends that may be out of the ordinary for you but are worth taking a chance on. If you’re less than confident on how to incorporate them into your own home, you’re in luck: This also happens to be our annual Best Designers issue. These pros are experts at blending styles and incorporating

risk-taking pieces into your interiors. Peruse the complete list of winners (pg. 83), and learn more about some of them in their business profiles, beginning on page 105. You can trust them to guide you in the right direction—and even push you beyond your design comfort zone when you need it.

We also step inside interiors designed by two of our Best Designers, Meredith Steinhart (pg. 62) and Laura Lee Clark (pg. 92). They share how they brought the spaces to life, listening to the desires of their clients and being uncompromising in getting it right—even when it’s meant waiting years for the right piece.

Finally, we travel with another Best Designer, Chad Dorsey, to his and partner Kurt Bielawski’s second home on San Juan Island (pg. 82). This home away from home is a sacred spot where the couple relax, get back to basics, and rediscover their creativity— all of which also happen to be admirable aims for me in this new phase of life.

I hope this issue inspires you, too, to try something new.

Photography by Emily Minton Redfield

JAMIE LAUBHAN-OLIVER

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR jamie@dmagazine.com

I’VE BEEN STUCK IN A RUT. Maybe it started with the pandemic, when we were all forced to be intentionally stuck, as it were. But after nearly three years, I was having a hard time breaking out of that pattern. I was left feeling uninspired.

So in thinking about this Best Designers issue— always one of my favorites each year—and considering which trends to include, I went bold. I’m choosing to make 2023 a year of reinvention and stepping outside our comfort zones— having fun trying things we wouldn’t normally do.

In my case, I might add some punch to my monochromatic entry with a bit of colorful art, inspired by the Meredith Steinhart–designed interior on page 62. Or, taking notes from Laura Lee Clark Falconer (pg. 92), perhaps I’ll finally install the graphic floor I’ve long wanted in my kitchen. Maybe for you, the place to shake things up is outside the home. I always find overseas travel is the best way to get a fresh perspective—like Lisa Henderson, who takes us around

Paris on a shopping trip to Marché aux Puces de SaintOuen (pg. 56).

Or perhaps the best (and for me, most challenging) idea yet is one I’m borrowing from designer Chad Dorsey and his partner, Kurt Bielawski of MORE Design + Build: to step back, relax, and really appreciate what I have. Their retreat in the San Juan Islands (as seen on pgs. 82–91) is reserved for getting back to basics, recharging, and reigniting their creativity. I am determined to take this energy with me into the remainder of the year.

And we all know that sometimes we need a little help from our friends to get unstuck. In the case of interiors inspiration, the 125 Best Designers in Dallas 2023 are your best bets for getting you out of your design rut. On page 72, they share with us some of the cleverest and most impactful details they’ve executed over the years— those boundary-pushing things that only a trained eye can pull off.

See? I’m feeling more inspired already.

JAMIE LAUBHAN-OLIVER

MARCH/APRIL 2023

People, places, art, and design that inspire us.

New Now

GET IT: (from top) Tom Faulkner “Papillon” cocktail trolley (to the trade/David Sutherland); Tom Faulkner “Papillon” console (to the trade/ David Sutherland); Esque Studio “Aerie” glass bowl ($740/ Grange Hall)

Reward Risk & Risk & Risk & Reward

Turn the page for more risk-taking trends

Nothing memorable ever comes from playing it safe. In love, life, and business, the biggest gambles produce the best payoffs. The same goes for your interiors. Rather than settle for tired retreads, punch up your spaces with edgy accessories, high-wattage lamps, showstopping sculptural works, and more. The dichroic glass on these Tom Faulkner tables, for instance, takes them from ordinary to over-the-top. If you’re risk averse, don’t go it alone: This issue features the Best Designers in Dallas 2023, all of whom are experts at incorporating daring design choices in a way that’s still livable. The reward? A truly singular space.

by JESSICA OTTE

Made in the Shade

Kaleidoscope leopard rug ($4,320/The Rug Company)

Cut a Rug!

Who says rugs have to be rectanglular?

These apparelinspired floor coverings go outside the lines.

Truth or Dare

CC-Tapis

“Moving Image Jumper” rug ($3,071/ Scott+Cooner)

lamps with custom shades ($250/Coco & Dash)

Mix and match to your heart’s content with these custom lampshades by Coco & Dash Available in any Benjamin Moore hue, the shades pair beautifully with the shop’s reversepainted glass column lamps but can be purchased separately, too. 2819 N. Henderson Ave. 214-370-9743. cocoanddash.com

circa-1969 Studio Tetrarch “Tovaglia” table ($16,500/20c Designs)

Soft Focus Upholstery isn’t just for seating anymore— we’re seeing textiles line mirrors, walls, and more.

Amelia Briggs for Kelly Wearstler “Blue Period” mirror (to the trade/Allan Knight)

“Joy” sconce (to the trade/ Holly Hunt)

Eat it Up

“Hippomobile”

Need a nudge to go bold? Hospitality spaces are often great places to get a dash of daring design inspiration. One of our favorites is Design District defector Sassetta, which got a cool new facelift to go with their new digs, courtesy of designer (a 2023 Best!) Jean Liu. 1530 Main St, Ste. 100. 214-290-7555. thejouledallas.com

Rooms Studio sculptural chair ($7,800/ Garde)

Cool-aid

These dimmable neon sconces add some punch to your walls.

Konekt “Thing 1” stool (to the trade/ Studio Van den Akker)

Julian Chichester “Deneuve” bedside table ($5,833/ Laura Lee Clark) toile pillow ($385/ Coco & Dash)

“Murni” stool (to the trade/ Made Goods)

Gentner Design “Say” sofa (to the trade/Jean de Merry)

“Bobbin” pepper grinders ($90/ Nicholson-Hardie)

dessert plates ($170 each/Hermès)

Tired of playing it safe? Keep things interesting with these daring finds, from furniture to floor coverings.

Don’t Take Them Lightly

These lamps do more than just light up a room—they make a statement all on their own.

GET IT: 1 “Peggy” floor lamp ($1,075/Jonathan Adler) 2 circa-1970s Italian chrome floor lamp ($6,800/Sputnik Modern) 3 “Dame” floor lamp ($1,050/Coco & Dash) 4 “Brooks” floor lamp (to the trade/Studio Van Der Akker)

5 Delcourt Collection “SWN” floor lamp (to the trade/David Sutherland) 6 Vintage Serge Roche plaster torchiere ($7,500/Nick Brock & Company) 7 circa-1970 “Giunone” floor lamp by Vico Magistretti, Artemide ($8,500/ Sputnik Modern) 8 Currey & Co. rattan floor lamp ($1,470/Mecox) 9 “Sadira” floor lamp (to the trade/Made Goods) 10 “Flow” brass floor lamp ($4,400/Roche Bobois) 11 “Ebell” large floor lamp ($2,414/Kelly Wearstler)

12 Collection Particuliere Dan Yeffet “B/Light” floor lamp ($7,405/Garde) 13 Artemide “O” outdoor floor lamp ($2,310/Scott + Cooner) 14 Martinelli Luce “Serpente” floor lamp ($4,800/20cdesign)

Lean on Me This lamp leans artfully against a wall for sculptural impact.

No Wall Flower

Though she’s known for her statement jewelry and headbands, Dallas-based accessories queen Lele Sadoughi insists, “Accessorizing doesn’t have to be limited to your body.” To wit, she has released a line of peeland-stick wallpapers in collaboration with Nu Wallpapers. Inspired by some of Sadoughi’s most popular floral and jeweled embellishments, like her crystal lily earrings, the collection fea tures seven patterns. “This has been such a passion project,” she says, “to be able to expand from thinking about what I wear to what I live in.” Samples are available locally in her Highland Park Village shop, with rolls available for purchase online. 67 Highland Park Village. 972863-8361. lelesadoughi.com

—Catherine Wendlandt

Shop Talk

Discover what’s new and notable in the world of home decor.

Forever Ever

Bold Moves

Tired of boring brown wood antiques? Shop the bold selection at Vintage Scout—and take some chances with color.

Local interior design firm Yates Desygn and Dallas-based wallcovering studio Ever Atelier have collaborated on a collection of 14 wallpapers that capture a modern take on Southern style. Comprised of three patterns presented in a variety of colorways, the collection incorporates handpainted, printed, and photoreal elements. “We played with different materials, patterns, and colors until the resulting papers were perfectly reflective of both our brands,” says Bryan Yates, principal at Yates Desygn. everatelier.com—

With the Old Life in Color

to those roots, Scout—following a swanky remodel of its original Design District showroom—has opened a 6,500-square-foot shop across the street called Vintage Scout, dedicated to housing its eclectic secondhand collection. Expect the same services and twicemonthly new deliveries at the new location. 150 Howell St. 214-741-2414. scoutdesign studio.com. —C.W.

After years of inquiries, Dallas designer Caitlin Wilson has released a 10-shade wall and trim paint collection, in collaboration with Louisiana-based Jolie Home “We painstakingly blended and worked through this,” says Wilson. True to her aesthetic, the collection is pastel heavy, with lots of pinks and blues—her brand’s signature colors. But Wilson also included other hues, like greens and purples. “It’s been really fun to get outside of my typical shades,” she says, adding that she’s begun using more greens in her own home. Samples and gallons are available to purchase online or in-store. 2923 N Henderson Ave. 469-458-3385. caitlinwilson. com. —C.W.

Amethyst Barrett

Proper Pink Jolie Home x Caitlin Wilson

yellow corner Mica table ($2,250/ Vintage Scout)

A New Dimension

Let art leap off the walls and into your living space with these sculptural works of every shape, size, and material.

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7 New Kid on the Block Jean De Merry is now carrying Chicagobased Gentner Design, whose take on a cocktail table is as sculptural as it is functional.

GET IT: 1 circa-1970s Henry Moretti wood sculpture ($9,500/Sputnik Modern) 2 “Time Flow” pine sculpture by Zlata Kornilova ($3,100/ Garde) 3 “Laurent” cast stone sculpture (to the trade/Made Goods)

4 circa-1970s George Roby ceramic sculpture ($3,600/Sputnik Modern)

5 circa-1967 Paul Maxwell bronze and wood totem($22,500/20cdesign)

6 “Hero Link” marble sculpture (to the trade/Holly Hunt) 7 Gentner Design pewter landscape coffee table (to the trade/Jean De Merry)

A Step in the Right Direction

In 1989, when Nick Brock debuted his

shop on Henderson, he only had other stores for neighbors. But once a drove of restaurants and bars opened nearby, parking became quite difficult, he says. In January, he moved his now rebranded NICK BROCK & COMPANY to a 12,000-square-foot Design District location, across from Sputnik Modern. Airy and open, the larger space allows shoppers to better take in his wideranging inventory. Bonus: There’s plenty of parking. “I’m down where I need to be,” Brock says. 1322 Slocum St. 214-828-0624. nickbrockantiques.com —Catherine Wendlandt

8 circa-1977 Abbott Pattison “Flight” bronze sculpture ($45,000/20cdesign) 9 Sempre “Bean” planter ($175/ Grange Hall) 10 steel display pedestal ($1,290/Brendan Bass) 11 Pennington signed pot ($795/Brendan Bass) 12 iridescent pedestal (to the trade/ID Collection) 13 Chaaban Designs “Hoodoo” sculpture (to the trade/ Jean De Merry) 14 circa-1970s marble cube sculpture ($4,800/Nick Brock & Company)

eponymous antiques

<< carved marble foot table ($5,800/Nick Brock & Company)

Oui, Flea!

Designer Lisa Henderson schools us on how to shop the Paris flea markets.

by LYDIA BROOKS

DLisa Henderson describes her style as “not-your-grandmother’s traditional.” The Houston native honed her fresh, comfortable, and colorful aesthetic during the five years she spent working under renowned designer Cathy Kincaid, eventually starting her own firm in 2010. A big part of Henderson’s playbook is her use of French antiques, which she first fell in love with in 2013. “I was part of a French cookbook club, and the woman who ran it planned different trips to France,” she says. “She happened to be taking one to Paris to shop the flea market, and I just had to go!” And so began her passion for shopping the Marché aux Puces de SaintOuen. Now making the trek overseas as often as she can, Henderson has scores many a find at the Parisian market. “Not only can you find amazing antiques, but it’s the experience that makes it special,” she says. “It’s fun to bring back pieces along with the story of how you found them.”

French Tips

DON’T GO ALONE (AT LEAST AT FIRST).

“The flea market is so big, and there’s a lot to navigate,” says Henderson. “It’s best if you can go for the first time with someone who’s gone before and can show you their go-to spots.”

STAY AWAY FROM STEREOTYPES.

“French people are actually kind and helpful, as long as you’re polite and don’t act brash like they think Americans do,” she says. “It is seen as rude if you don’t immediately make eye contact with the shop owner and greet them.”

TAKE YOUR TIME. “If you’re going to the flea market to really shop, you probably want to give it a full day,” she says. “You never know what you’ll find if you take the time to dig.”

STRIKE A DEAL. “There’s a lot of bargaining involved in shopping at the market,” she says. “So make sure you’re comfortable conversing politely with the shop owners.” And not to worry if your French isn’t up to snuff; Henderson says the majority of the vendors speak English.

SKIP THE METRO. “The market is situated within a neighborhood, so the nearest Metro stop isn’t nearby,” she says. “Take an Uber or taxi instead, as they will drop you off closer to where you want to be. ”

DON’T SWEAT THE TRANSPORT. To get your purchased goods home, Henderson advises, “There are shipping offices located within the markets. And you can always take items to FedEx Paris!”

The Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen is the overarching name for the flea market, which encompasses more than 2,500 sellers, broken down into 14 smaller markets over a span of 17.3 acres. It is open on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. “The sellers tend to take the week off to shop for their stores,” says Henderson.

STAY

Hôtel Duc de Saint-Simon

“My favorite,” Henderson says. “The staff is wonderful, and the location can’t be beat—it’s nestled right in the heart of the St. Germain.”

Cheval Blanc Paris

. “This is a newer hotel that’s great to stay at,” says Henderson. “The interiors were completed by Peter Marino, and the sunset views over the city are spectacular.”

EAT

Fontaine de Mars

“Think charming redand-white checkered tablecloths,” Henderson says. “The haystack dessert—reminiscent of Monet’s haystack series—is a must!”

Loulou

Lunch in the Louvre gardens at Loulou is a must on good-weather days, according to Henderson. “I love the idyllic atmosphere,” she says. “I could go to Loulou every day for lunch.”

DO

Left Bank antique shops

While Henderson shops mostly at the flea market, she can’t resist a peek at the designer antique shops on the Left Bank. “These are great for shopping for a curated, elevated selection of fine antiques,” she says.

Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte

Henderson advises skipping the Château de Versailles in favor of the Château de Vauxle-Vicomte in Maincy.

“The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte was a precursor to the palace at Versailles,” she says.

“The same team of architects, builders, and landscape designers were commissioned by the king to build Versailles.”

One of Henderson’s favorite things to source from the Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen is 18th- and 19th-century furniture as well as 19th- and 20thcentury art, like this Parisian scene she chose for a client’s living room.

The Marché aux Puces de Saint-Ouen can be intimidating for first-timers. Here’s what Henderson says you need to know.

On the Itinerary Henderson shares the other items on her must-

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4 bedrooms, 2.1 bathrooms, 3,047 square feet

Neighborhood: Lake Highlands

Located within walking distance of award-winning primary schools, this property is ideal for a family with young children. This home includes a spacious living room that opens into a backyard with a pool. Donald Wright for Ebby Halliday

6008 GLENDORA AVE., $2,099,000

5 bedrooms, 4.1 bathrooms, 4,912 square feet

Neighborhood: Preston Hollow

This recently renovated home offers plenty of bells and whistles. The updated kitchen features quartzite countertops, while the family room boasts floor-toceiling French doors that open to a private courtyard. Christy Perry for Compass RE Texas, LLC

12464 BRECKENRIDGE DR., $4,300,000

7 bedrooms, 7.1 bathrooms, 9,768 square feet

Neighborhood: Hillcrest Forest

Prepare to entertain plenty of guests in this beautiful custom-built home featuring 12-foot ceilings, large glass windows, and an Alexa-integrated surround system. The waterfront home also boasts a five-car garage. Forrest Gregg for Compass RE Texas, LLC.

1818 W. COLORADO BLVD., $1,235,000

3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,720 square feet

Neighborhood: North Oak Cliff

This classic home is located within minutes of Bishop Arts District—perfect for the active couple or family. The home features a grand kitchen, a luxurious primary suite, and a detached guesthouse with its own private entrance. Carolyn Michael with Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors

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5 bedrooms, 4.2 bathrooms, 5,448 square feet

Neighborhood: Preston Hollow

This home is filled with beautiful architecture and design details, including intricate stonework and elliptical-arched doorways. Plus, the community is gated with 24-hour security. Jessica Koltun for Jessica Koltun Brokerage LLC

4800 BLUFFVIEW DR., $4,475,000

4 bedrooms, 3.2 bathrooms, 4,470 square feet

Neighborhood: Bluffview

This English countryside–style home has a gated driveway and beautiful views. In addition to its charming interior, the home sits on a half-acre lot and features a pristinely landscaped lawn and a stone water feature. Becky Frey for Compass RE Texas, LLC

5850 LA VISTA DR., $1,299,900

3 bedrooms, 3.1 bathrooms, 2,997 square feet

Neighborhood: Lower Greenville

This two-story modern was built in 2022, which means you can count on it having the latest in finishes and appliances. It also boasts an open-concept floorplan and abundant storage. Justin Croft for Berkshire Hathaway Realty

4206 ALTA VISTA LN., $2,300,000

4 bedrooms, 4.1 bathrooms, 5,182 square feet

Neighborhood: Hockaday

This spacious abode—with features like its proximity to the area’s private schools and an outdoor fireplace with a cabana that’s ideal for entertaining—is perfect for the family looking for their forever home. Elizabeth Wilson and Alex Perry for Allie Beth Allman & Associates

4209 BEVERLY DR., $4,495,000

3 bedrooms, 3.2 bathrooms, 3,958 square feet

Neighborhood: Highland Park

This circa-1927 Fooshee and Cheek is an architecturally significant piece of Dallas history. Nestled among mature trees and covered in ivy, the Mediterraneanstyle abode features a light-filled solarium and guest quarters. Teffy Jacobs for Allie Beth Allman & Associates

PHOTO BY JENNIFER MCNEIL

BEST BUILDERS KICKOFF PARTY

On January 10, more than 100 industry professionals joined D Home , Dallas Market Center, and Lightovation to kick off nominations for the 2023 Best Builders in Dallas. Guests submitted their nominations while enjoying drinks, light bites, and freshly rolled cigars against the backdrop of Dallas Market Center’s

Lightovation Market. Dallas Market Center Lighting Concierge Arturo Maluy thanked attendees and made remarks. Thank you to Dallas Market Center for hosting and making the evening possible.

Laura Harris, Emily Mazzanti

Lee Hall, Lloyd Lumpkins

Brooke MacNicol, Lisa Fitzgerald, Brandi Day, Samantha Day

Gloria and Dan Burrows, Terri Stimmel

Lexie Jones, Mary Ruiz

Jaclyn Sion, Neve Polavarapu, Alissa Pena

Logan Thomas, Lisa Barron

Mike and Rhonda Mishler, Greg Paschall, Doug Bowerman

DESIGNER

MEREDITH STEINHART CURATES A LAYERED HOME FOR HER WELL-TRAVELED CLIENTS.

COLLECTED COOL

Play with Scale

The chandelier is oversized, but that’s what makes the space special. “The size is amazing in here,” says designer Meredith Steinhart. “It’s unexpected, and it fills up the room and reflects in the mirror.”

text by R YAN CONNER

photography by NATHAN SCHRODER

interior design by MEREDITH STEINHART INTERIOR DESIGN

styling by JENNY O’CONNOR

florals by H AILE WOSSEN

Don’t Get Derailed

Instead of ripping out a banister, try painting it first. Steinhart didn’t want to cause too many disruptive projects for the homeowner, so she covered the railing in a fresh coat of paint for an updated look.

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Meredith

And that’s the approach she took with this University Park home. “I’m very detail-oriented,” she says. “I’m not going to do a project and halfway do it.” Steinhart started on this home in 2018, and she’s still perfecting every inch. “We just continue to layer it. Those are the best houses,” she says.

The clients, who met Steinhart through friends, hired her to design this 5,500-square-foot residence that was built in 2016. Steinhart prefers to be in on the architectural planning of a project, but she was determined to turn the space into a custom design for the couple, who love to travel, entertain, and collect. “They have opinions on art, objects, and sculpture, and they each

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previous spread: (from left) At the top of the stairs, Steinhart designed a sitting area with Walter Knoll “Isanka” swivel chairs and ottoman, a Knoll Platner side table, and a Kelly Wearstler rug from The Rug Company. The neon art is by Christian Jankowski. In the front living room, an oversized Santa & Cole chandelier with custom brass shades fills the space. “[The homeowner] had seen this light in a commercial space somewhere during their travels,” says Steinhart. The room also features Mattaliano couches, a Bolier coffee table, and a rug from The Rug Company. Moses in the Mushroom Cloud by artist A. Malcolm Gimse sits next to the fireplace. this page: Steinhart designed the breakfast space with custom Ornare built-ins. Andy Warhol “Russell Means” by photographer James O’Mara hangs above. Steinhart helped the homeowners purchase the chandelier by Patrick Naggar at Ralph Pucci while on a shopping trip in New York. The table and chairs are by Finn Juhl. opposite page: Canadian artist Wanda Koop’s Red Sky at Night makes a statement in the entry. The homeowners also own a home in Tofino, British Columbia, so they have an affinity for Canadian artists. They purchased this piece at the Dallas Art Fair after seeing an exhibit of Koop’s works at the Dallas Museum of Art.

DSteinhart practices the power of patience. She believes in a methodical and purposeful way of working—the long game. Slow and steady. She loves to immerse herself in her clients’ projects, not stopping until she gets it exactly right.

this page: A Frederik Molenschot chandelier from Carpenters Workshop Gallery steals the show in the dining room. It perfectly accentuates the linear sculpture by artist Tony Robins. Also find Phillip Jeffries grass-cloth wallcoverings, Quintis chairs, and Sputnik candelabras from Paris Underground in Aspen, Colorado.

this page: Steinhart redesigned the living room by tearing out the built-ins and replacing them with these custom Elizabeth Garouste commodes from Ralph Pucci. It is styled with paper artworks by Angela Glajcar and a lamp by the Haas Brothers from Marianne Boesky Gallery. The chairs are Mattaliano swivels, the table is from Paris Underground in Aspen, Colorado, and the rug is by Paul Smith from The Rug Company.

HOW DESIGNER MEREDITH STEINHART ACHIEVES HER SIGNATURE COLLECTED, LAYERED LOOK

1 You Can’t Layer a House in a Day Steinhart’s approach is all about taking your time and slowly purchasing beautiful and meaningful pieces to fill your home. “Layering a house means collecting over time,” Steinhart says. She encourages her clients to collect on their travels and to keep their eyes open when they’re out and about. 2 Do Your Research If your budget or time doesn’t allow you to travel, use social media, books, newspapers, and magazines to your advantage. “You don’t even have to travel outside the city necessarily, but look in all different places, educating yourself on what’s out there,” she says. 3 Invest in Pieces That Bring You Joy “It’s your living space,” she says. “Those things that you’re intrigued by when you’re out and about and traveling—those are the things that make a house come alive.” It could be as simple as a coffeetable book or a small sculpture to add to your bookshelf. 4 Hire a Designer Having a second opinion helps, especially when you’re trying to bring it all together. “A designer can edit or curate,” she says. “When you see something, you may be thinking you don’t have a place for it,” she says. But the beauty of hiring a designer is being able to lean on him or her for advice.

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have a fairly definite sense of design,” she says. “But they needed guidance.”

This is where Steinhart’s expertise came in. The designer, who has been working in Dallas for 16 years, previously lived and worked in Houston and New York, after having interned and studied in San Francisco and London. Her well-traveled background allows her to fill her clients’ homes with one-of-a-kind finds. “There’s a constant revolving door of looking at objects,” she says. “I’m always on the pulse of what’s out there.” She’s able to pop into a store in Dallas, a showroom in New York, or an art gallery and mentally catalog it for a client’s home. “My mind just works that way. When I see certain things, I think it might be good on this project or that,” she says.

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this page: (from left) In the backyard, Shattered Sphere by Brent Comber can be seen from multiple spots in the home. “This piece of art we commissioned and figured out together,” Steinhart says. “This is wonderful at night—it’s lit inside.” At the end of the hallway is This Way #2 by Matt Devine, which was acquired at Laura Rathe Fine Art. “Each room has its own surprise,” says Steinhart. And the downstairs powder room is no different. Steinhart was inspired by Hermès orange, so she painted the cabinets a “secret” custom color. She added a mirror by Thomas Pheasant for Baker.

In the guest bedroom, Steinhart designed an ombre effect with the wallpaper and draperies. She saw the “Aurora Heaven” paper on Calico’s website and worked with sister company Cope to match the drapery. “I had to really customize the gradient and make sure everything was working mathematically and proportionally, but it turned out wonderful,” she says. A Room & Board bed, a midcentury sycamore bedside table from Blue Print, and an Arteriors lamp complete the look.

Behind Closed Doors

Don’t forget that closets deserve good design, too. “Because this is open all the time, I didn’t want to see a bunch of clothes,” says Steinhart. So she custom designed a closet system that not only hides the chaos but is also architecturally beautiful.

Steinhart designed the custom rose gold closet with Ornare. The pendant from Apparatus Studio and the polished bronze piece by Paul Mathieu from Ralph Pucci in New York complement the clean lines of the space. The rug is from The Rug Company.

In this home, it all comes together, blending her finds with theirs. Take the formal living room, for instance. Steinhart worked with the couple to design a room that reflected their sensibility, using their personal collection of books as the backdrop. She designed a custom globe and stand from Bellerby & Co. Globemakers, painted the room in Farrow & Ball’s “Brinjal,” installed an oversized Santa & Cole chandelier, removed the original fireplace surround and replaced it with a new marble one, and changed all the hardware on the cabinets. But, she notes, the homeowner lent a hand styling the bookshelves under Steinhart’s direction. “I love the way the books are done,” she says. “It looks very lived-in.”

In the dining room, she recently helped the homeowners source a custom Frederik Molenschot chandelier from Carpenters Workshop Gallery, which complements artworks by Tony Robins and Ross Penhall. However, a new chandelier required a new Vincenzo de Cotiis table (which, sadly, hadn’t arrived in time for this shoot) to bring the space together. “[The chandelier] is a very highly collected artist,” she says. “This table is pretty, but it’s not holding up to that light.” The process is always on-going.

Throughout the home, she points out art that she helped the homeowners purchase. A piece by Canadian artist Wanda Koop makes a statement in the entry. The couple, who has an affinity for Canadian artists, spotted this piece at the Dallas Art Fair, but they weren’t sure how to make it work in their space. “I loved the color, and [the homeowner] was like, ‘Are you sure with the red and the aubergine in the living room?,’ ” Steinhart says. “I think it’s stunning. I love the juxtaposition of color. It’s unexpected.”

And in the living room, Steinhart has been waiting a year and a half for custom Elizabeth Garouste “Buster” commodes that now flank the fireplace. The pieces were purchased through Ralph Pucci in New York. “They finally have arrived on the container and they’re on the truck on the way to Dallas,” she said ahead of their arrival, giddy like it was Christmas morning—a telltale sign that they were worth the wait.

this page: The primary bedroom’s oak and bronze chandelier is from Lucca Antiques in Los Angeles. “[The homeowner] actually spotted it and asked me what I thought, and I said, ‘I love it. Let’s put it in the primary,’ ” Steinhart says. She designed the room with a custom bed, an antique Biedermeier birch chest from Blue Print, and an Adam Silverman lamp from Pitkin Projects in Aspen, Colorado. The wall upholstery is Holland & Sherry “Patagonia” in Pearl, and the drapery is Castel “Bruges” in Nuage. The vase on the bedside table is from KUFRI.

Floor Exercise

Start with the rugs and let the colors and shapes inspire the rest of the room. “When we first started the house, we started with rugs,” Steinhart says. “I always like to begin that way.”

As anyone who’s regretted ignoring the fine print of a contract can tell you, DETAILS MATTER. And nowhere is that more true than in interior design. Sometimes small or even imperceptible additions or customizations can drastically alter the feel of a space.

ALL IN IT’S THE

We asked Dallas’ top designers to share some of the cleverest, chicest, and most impactful details they’ve dreamed up to date. They also spill on where in your home the most attention to detail should be paid, and why hiring a designer early is critical to assuring your home is perfect, down to the very last detail.

Plus: Get the complete list of the Best Designers in Dallas 2023

text by JESSICA OTTE

photography by ELIZABETH LAVIN

styling by JAMIE LAUBHAN-OLIVER

TILE

STYLE

1 In this Jack-andJill bath shared by sisters, a standard subway tile gets a feminine upgrade at the hands of JENKINS INTERIORS’ Leslie Jenkins, who simply alternated white tiles with pink ones. The glass door—punctuated by a pretty knob—allows the striped effect to have maximum impact.

2 This girl’s bathroom takes a similarly playful spin on subway tile, with alternating blush and white tiles flipped vertically. The quartz countertop was given a wavy edge— a mere $150 upgrade that makes a huge difference. “We wanted this bathroom to be special without blowing the budget,” says LARK INTERIORS’ Janelle

Patton. “We like to use details to elevate budget-friendly materials.” We also love the custom shower curtain and matching roman shade.

3 This primary bath packs a visual punch, thanks to one monochromatic statement tile that was employed strategically. “We used patterned mosaic tile to anchor the shower wall and create a rug of sorts on the floor below the vessel tub,” says MAESTRI STUDIO’s Eddie Maestri. The raw edge of the floor tile “rug” makes for a more interesting transition to the tile used throughout the rest of the space.

These designers prove that the way your tile is applied is often just as important as the one you choose.

1 An avid collector himself, designer John Phifer Marrs of JOHN PHIFER MARRS INTERIORS understands the importance of incorporating treasured items in a thoughtful way. The antique dog-head newel post was a special piece that found pride of place in this whole-home renovation, with help from The Ed Jarrett Co. “My wonderful client loves [antiques], so we used many in the redo of the residence to give it character and personality,” Marrs says. “She sourced the newel post here in Dallas and the design team made it happen!”

2 This upholstered bed was a custom design for Cameron Drinkwater’s high-rise-dwelling clients, who, she says, “love beautiful things with a bit of whimsy mixed in.” To keep it from feeling too formal, the principal of CAMERON DRINKWATER INTERIORS employed an organic-leaning linen-cotton blend. The detail on the canopy provides added interest in the all-white space. “The exaggerated wave design was more fun than a sweeter scallop motif and made sense in this eclectic penthouse with high ceilings and clean lines,” she says.

Commissioned creations are the key to making a space feel truly one of a kind.

3 The moral of this story is: If you can’t find the just-right antique, make it! That was the solution for Kara Adam of KARA ADAM INTERIORS when her collector clients had trouble finding the perfect bed to complement the other antiques in their primary suite. “We picked every color and every design for this bed,” says Adam, noting the uniquely shaped headboard and hand-painted motif. “These little details add layers of personality to the project.”

4 Designer Lisa Henderson of LISA HENDERSON INTERIORS proves that in the hands of a meticulous professional, “Even vent covers can be pretty!” She commissioned Dallas-based Casci Plaster to create this custom blue plaster cover with round vent holes, which pairs perfectly with the “Libby” wallpaper from Henderson’s textile line. It’s a small touch that instantly elevates a space.

Cover Grills

Substitute boring vent slits for a preppy polka-dot pattern!

1 The stairwell in this Long Cove lakehouse gives new meaning to the phrase “going green.” Says designer Cynthia Collins of COLLINS INTERIORS, “This family was willing to be a bit more playful, as it is their summer home,” noting that the green hue on the stair risers and handrail were intended to be a nod to the green grass outside. Throughout the house, the same shade was used in smaller doses in textiles, wallcoverings, and exterior lanterns.

2 In this living room, a traditional blue mantel is anything but ordinary, thanks to the graphic blackand-white tiles—a totally custom touch. “To the eye, the tiles on the fireplace may look like they were purchased that way,” says designer Holly Hickey Moore of HOLLY HICKEY MOORE INTERIOR DESIGN, “but if you look closely, you’ll see that they’ve been hand painted on site.”

STROKES of GENIUS

3 The stencil detailing on this wood floor lends subtle but elegant interest in this foyer. “It’s a timeless look and changes the wood floor from ordinary to very special,” says designer John Phifer Marrs of JOHN PHIFER MARRS INTERIORS. “It is a great way to warm up or define a large space of flooring without having to add a rug. No tripping or constant rug shifting!”

These rooms get instant wow factor, courtesy of a strategic swipe of the brush and the perfect shade

2&3 Rather than having the visual clutter that open cubbies would allow, closed cabinets provide a streamlined solution for this familyfriendly mudroom. But under the direction of JENKINS INTERIORS’ Leslie Jenkins, the simple addition of the floral-shaped cutout takes the doors and drawers from ho-hum to cute and custom.

In the same home, Jenkins outfitted the hard-working butler’s room with a glam finish. “The client wanted to have ample storage but not open or glass cabinetry,” says Jenkins. “We opted for this brass mesh that provided detail while concealing what was behind the cabinets.”

DOOR DUTY

1 The design potential of small, hard-working spaces shouldn’t be overlooked. As seen in Dallas’ 2022 Kips Bay Decorator Show House, this narrow space—which does double duty as a laundry room and home office—puts

the fun in functional. “I love to skirt counters,” says Noel Pittman of NOEL PITTMAN DESIGN. “It’s a fun way to incorporate more color and print into a space as well as disguise storage space.” Here, a red gingham skirt opens to reveal the washer/dryer, while the gathered material behind the grill cabinet doors “adds color and pattern without sacrificing storage space,” Pittman says.

5 In remodeling this older home, Susan Bednar Long of S. B. LONG INTERIORS

wanted to add timeless details “that enhanced the interior architecture.”

As the family wanted the ability to close off the formal dining room from the working kitchen, those details included a classic swinging kitchen door. “The choice of the oval glass window versus round was an intentional design detail to be more elegant for the space,” says Long, who painted the door “Drawing Room Blue” by Farrow & Ball to complement a nearby stained-glass window.

4 Sometimes, restraint is the right call. But in certain cases, designer Emily Summers of EMILY SUMMERS DESIGN ASSOCIATES believes more is more. See: this client’s layered space. The intricate pattern on the wood door, carved plaster wallcovering, and mosaic floor tiles all relate to one another and reinforce the Moroccaninspired vibe.

No matter how you tackle them, upgraded doors and cabinet fronts bring instant interest to a space.

PAWS for ATTENTION

1 Sure, the family pup has needs—but that doesn’t have to equal eyesores like bulky crates and messy food bowls out in the open. Here, designer Erin Sander of ERIN SANDER DESIGN created a beautiful and functional mudroom “with the favorite family member in mind.” Vented white-oak millwork hides unsightly items. “And the built-in bed keeps her close to all the activity while having her own place,” says Sander.

2 Are some practical home items, like dog gates, just doomed to be drab? Not if designer Alexis Pearl of ALEXIS PEARL DESIGN has anything to say about it. She fashioned a Chippendale-style pocket dog gate on casters that, she explains, “tucks away into the wall when not in use.”

OUT of SIGHT

Form and function coexist when awkward or unsightly items find a pretty home all their own.

4 Wall-mounted TVs are a blight in a beautiful space—but for most homeowners, they’re a necessary evil. Fortunately, designers have gotten clever about how to disguise clients’ flat screens. “We created a custom screen for the television with art that folded back to reveal the TV,” says Carolina Gentry of PULP DESIGN STUDIOS. “It’s a great way to hide the television from view when it isn’t in use,” adds Pulp’s Beth Dotolo.

3 Why specify cabinets or drawers for all your kitchen gadgets and accessories when you can simply build them into your design? Says designer Alexis Pearl of ALEXIS PEARL DESIGN, “Our clients love to entertain, so we integrated custom cutting and serving boards into their kitchen island to be right within reach for any occasion.” The brass handles blend in with the hardware used throughout the room.

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THE BESTS TELL ALL

Sometimes the best details in a space aren’t things you’d notice on the first—or even the fifth—visit. Which may beg the question: Are they a nice-to-have, or a need-to-have?

“You may not notice all the details in every room, but when you walk into an ‘unfinished’ room, you definitely notice something is off,” says Shay Geyer of IBB Design Fine Furnishings. “It’s those missing details that can make or overwhelm a room.” Yes, details matter. And the way to successfully achieve them in your home is by enlisting a seasoned designer. Their foresight, gleaned from years of experience, and consideration of spatial, logistical, and aesthetic concerns are invaluable in getting those details right the first

time. Whether it’s a one-of-a-kind custom upgrade to a standard piece, the perfect paint shade or tile used in an unexpected way, or a beautiful reimagining of a previously utilitarian item, those “little” things add up, emphasizes designer Brette Jacques of Brette Jacques Interiors: “It’s the small details that make a space sing. When you hear, ‘Wow, I’ve never seen that before,’ or, ‘I would never have thought to do that,’ those are the cumulative small details people are appreciating.”

Where do the details matter most? Designers are split.

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FABRICS

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“Heritage”

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“Relaxed”

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“Delta Peony”

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“Tanagra”

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“Antiparos”

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“Mysuru Earth”

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TILES (to the trade/ Ann Sacks)

“Kitchens, baths, and closets are the most personal spaces in a home. Their functionality is imperative. Getting those details right are the most rewarding ones, because they so greatly impact clients’ daily lives.”

—WENDY KONRADI, WENDY KONRADI INTERIOR DESIGN

“If you have a party for 50 people, there is one room that everyone will see, and that is the powder room. It needs to be practical for all ages and can be one of a kind.” —LYNN SEARS, LYNN SEARS INTERIORS INC.

“Entry halls are your first impression of a house. Above all, I like

to be greeted by a feeling when I enter a house—a frisson of curiosity of what’s to come. Some clients are reluctant to showcase great furnishings or works of art in their entry halls, reserving such pieces for living spaces where people spend more time. I don’t believe in saving the best of anything for a special occasion.”

—JAN SHOWERS, JAN SHOWERS & ASSOCIATES

“Of course I love to add extra special and custom detailing in every space, but sometimes that is not practical, so I focus on the spaces where people spend the most time—the kitchen, the primary suite, the family room or

central living area, and the nursery. I want them to be able to appreciate these touches and let their eyes linger on them every day.”

—KRISTIN MULLEN, KRISTIN MULLEN DESIGNS

“I advocate for clients to be more liberal with their spending on things they touch and experience the most often—like their lavatory fixtures and cabinetry.”

—BARRY WILLIAMS, WILLIAMS DESIGN INC.

“There are countless ways to add fascination and freshness to ordinary items: Enhancing window treatments with hardware and embroidered details can transform a

simple fabric panel into a delight. And then there is ‘art on the floor’—rugs and special floors can ground the entire design with the introduction of extraordinary textures, hues, and patterns.” —SHERRY HAYSLIP, SHERRY HAYSLIP INTERIORS

“Adding plaster air vents instead of conventional ones has been a go-to in creating elevated looks in some of our favorite projects. We insist on covering electric switch plates if the room has a wall covering, and if not, we love using Forbes and Lomax for a polished touch.”

—JAVIER BURKLE, BURKLE CREATIVE

Here’s why:

best value for their money and will be the right fit for their future dream home. A real estate agent can help find homes that check your lists, but an interior designer can show you how your current furniture and style fit with the home and, even better, how the home can be updated to truly become your own.”

up where the architect leaves off. We design with our clients’ preferences in mind, thinking on a micro level. We also help the clients plan with the end in mind so no detail gets left out and they don’t run out of steam or money to get their home perfectly completed.” —JULIANA OLIVEIRA, BEYOND INTERIOR DESIGN

“By hiring a designer as part of the team of architect, builder, and landscape designer, you are able to prevent large changes along the way before they cost you money. It is simple to make a layout change [on paper] or suggest a larger room to fit the furniture you want. It is costly to move a wall or put a project on hold for major design changes.”

“We always draw the furniture plans before breaking ground. For example, if the clients want to seat 12 in their dining room, and the architect has only drawn the room large enough for 10, the architectural plans can be adjusted before they’re finalized. We also like to check the electrical plan with the furniture plan to make sure floor plugs are where they are needed and wall outlets don’t show dangling cords behind furniture.”

“We tell clients [that waiting to hire their designer] is like electing to have surgery without the whole surgical team in place. Nobody wants the aesthetician to show up halfway through the surgery, right? As an interior designer, it’s limiting to jump in midprocess or, worse, after the fact.”

—DANA BASS, DANA BASS DESIGNS

“Hiring a designer early allows the architecture, interior finish-out, and furnishings to be integrated into a single cohesive concept, rather than later trying to marry separate pieces at a later date. There is a continuity that is impossible to achieve when the process is not a collaborative single thought.”

“We’re

—PHILIP VANDERFORD, STUDIO THOMAS JAMES

“As designers and specifiers, we pick

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They can save you time, money, and headache when you’re building.

—DENISE MCGAHA, DENISE MCGAHA INTERIORS

The same goes for if you’re buying.

able to help clients find the house that will give them the

—CAROLINA GENTRY, PULP DESIGN STUDIOS

They’ll anticipate your every need, before it’s too late, and see it all through to the very end.

—MARGARET CHAMBERS, CHAMBERS INTERIORS & ASSOCIATES

Finally, a team approach lends cohesiveness.

How can you ensure you’ll have a well-considered, beautifully detailed space? By hiring your designer early.

“A well-designed space is so much more than a few good pieces. It’s a sequence of many decisions that are just right. Decisions that, when combined, create an environment that evokes a feeling—a final result that is way greater than the sum of its parts.”

—JULIANA OLIVEIRA, BEYOND INTERIOR DESIGN

IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

BEST DESIGNERS 2023

COLLECT CALLING

Finding interesting ways to display collections makes a space feel personal.

1 In this Westlake Hills home’s man cave, designer Abbey Ragsdale of SMITH & RAGSDALE INTERIOR DESIGN was tasked with creating an interactive display for a growing collection of sports jerseys. Her solution was a home run. “Made of 45 custom, double-sided, powder-coated metal frames, each on its own pivoting hinge and kept lower to the ground, this display allows adults and kids to easily ‘flip through’ to see the collection,” says Ragsdale.

2 “Jewel box rooms are one of my favorites to design,” says Deborah Walker of DEBORAH WALKER + ASSOCIATES. “Working in a small space allows for you to create a bigger impact.” Case in point: this moody, hidden bar area, designed to store wine bottles on the bottom and the client’s tequila collection on top. Walker designed stainless steel shelving with geometrically shaped slots to house and display each bottle. Lined with bronze mirror and integrated lighting, the display is dramatic yet still functional.

LOOKING UP

Ceilings need love, too!

4 This dining room’s geometric ceiling treatment was a team effort, with builder Carolyn Isler of Isler Homes installing it as part of a renovation. When new owners bought the house, designer Mary Beth Wagner of MARY BETH WAGNER INTERIORS, says they loved the existing treatment “but felt we needed to take the ceiling one step further.” So they lacquered the walls and ceiling in a blue-gray color, the high shine of which “brought life” to the room.

3 In an effort to bring added interest to this neutral dining space, designer Morgan Farrow of MORGAN FARROW INTERIORS concepted an eye-catching ceiling treatment. The natural wood provides a warm but not overpowering backdrop for the statement starburst chandelier. “We love how tonal yet dynamic the treatment turned out,” says Farrow.

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WHEN DESIGNER CHAD DORSEY AND BUILDER KURT BIELAWSKI NEED A BREAK

ISLAND TIME

Iyourself?

s it possible for a place to make you the best version of yourself? The happiest, most centered, most authentic version of

Kurt Bielawski and Chad Dorsey think so. The longtime couple—owner of MORE Design + Build and principal of Chad Dorsey Design, respectively—found what would become this place for them over 20 years ago. But it took a few long Labor Day weekends and the right piece of real estate to officially make San Juan Island their home away from home.

They first visited the island, the second largest in a samenamed archipelago off the coast of Washington state, when they were invited on a weekend trip by friends. They quickly fell in love with the natural beauty, quiet tranquility, and unpretentious

previous spread: (clockwise from top left) Homeowners Chad Dorsey (left) and Kurt Bielawski (right) with their dogs, Lucy (at Chad’s feet) and Jackson. An overhead view of the house. Fresh farmed oysters from Westcott Bay Shellfish Company. Orcas are frequent visitors to the islands.

A collection of buoys that the home’s original owner found on beachcombing expeditions. The busy marina at Roche Harbor.

opposite page: (clockwise from top left) Dorsey and Bielawski return from a kayak trip, one of their favorite island activities. Carrot, one of the area’s native foxes, greets visitors to the neighborhood. The home’s exterior is clad in cedar shingles. This vantage gives a taste of the island views, with water, woods, and mountains in the distance.

this page: With crisp temperatures even in the summers, the couple starts every morning with a fire in their Lopi wood stove. The house’s Douglas fir windows, many of which overlook the water, remain open most of the time. The sofa is from Holly Hunt.

Getting furniture to and from the island isn’t a simple process, yet this rolled-steel dining table has made a round trip from Seattle to Dallas and back again. The couple purchased it on one of their early visits to the area and had it shipped to Dallas, where it took up residence in three of their homes before being sent back to host happy

meals here. The rest of the home’s furnishings are a mix of things they slowly procured or commissioned locally—like the custom banquette—or borrowed from their Dallas home, like the Herman Miller dining chairs. The floral arrangement was made from wildflowers growing nearby.

“It’s a departure in literally every way from Dallas.”

—HOMEOWNER KURT BIELAWSKI

Why San Juan Island?

Bielawski and Dorsey on why they fell in love with this Pacific Northwest jewel

Get in touch with nature.

From shimmering water and wooded coastlines to snow-capped mountains in the distance, there’s a little bit of everything here. Be prepared to spot some wildlife too; the couple says they frequently see foxes and eagles on the island and orcas, flying fish, and jelly fish in the water.

Whet your appetite.

Whether you want to try out your culinary skills or let someone else do the cooking, the food and drink options on the islands are topnotch. Stellar produce, fresh seafood, and inventive spirits are all in heavy supply. “There are some really interesting restaurants, not only on our island—you can island hop,” says Bielawski. “It’s a great place if you’re a foodie.”

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Choose your own adventure.

There’s a variety of extracurricular options here to suit your speed, whether you want to unplug and unwind or stay active. Bielawski and Dorsey love to sea kayak and hike but spend plenty of time cooking or reading at home. The Roche Harbor resort and Friday Harbor areas— both bustling in the summer months—have great eateries and wellcurated shops.

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feel and began returning year after year. “It’s a departure in literally every way from Dallas,” says Bielawski.

Dorsey, who admits to having a real estate habit, had casually kept his eye open for available houses on the island, but none was ever the right fit. On one particular visit in 2016, he happened upon a listing that seemed worth a look.

“It was middle to late afternoon, probably 4 o’clock. It was perfect golden sun, crystal blue skies, the whole bay was shimmering—you couldn’t have staged a better time to go see a house,” Bielawski remembers.

“We walked in, both went different directions, and met back up in the middle and said, ‘We love it,’ ” Dorsey says.

Clad in wood shingles, the 2,200-square-foot, circa-1993 house is composed of three structures connected by bridge hallways. The inviting interior is lined with larch wood floors and ceilings, made cozy by a Lopi wood-burning stove, and bathed in natural light from 52 windows and large skylights overhead. Outside, the lot overlooks False Bay, ideal for a kayak excursion or a muddy walk with pups when the tide is low.

Since taking ownership almost six years ago, the couple have maintained the soul of the home while making carefully considered aesthetic and pragmatic updates. In addition to completing drainage and landscaping work, they constructed a firepit area near the water’s edge and added a copper roof to the home (completed after these photos were taken), which naturally controls the moss that’s prevalent in the area.

Of course, the point of having a second home is not to spend all your time working on it. So the couple focuses primarily on unwinding and recharging, though Dorsey concedes that he does some of his best architectural sketching here. “In Dallas, I’m so pushed and pulled—this is when I find my creative time,” he says.

Days typically begin with coffee and a fire and end with dinner at a restaurant on the island, with a hike or kayak trip in between. On Saturdays, the bounty from their visit to the

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page: (from left) The couple cooks lunch at home most days they’re here, taking advantage of the fresh seafood and top-notch produce available on the island. Here, Bielawski prepares to serve his linguine and clams. The house was designed and built in 1993 by a woman who had spent years sailing among the islands. She foraged the land for materials, finding the logs used as columns on the front porch and a pergola off one bedroom. Composed of three buildings connected by bridge hallways, the home affords a sense of privacy that is ideal for when the couple hosts friends.

“Being here really prioritizes the things that are important. It’s good for your soul.”

—HOMEOWNER CHAD DORSEY

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farmers market becomes a home-cooked lunch. “The produce here is amazing,” Bielawski says. “They have the best greens you’ll ever eat.”

From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the pair is constantly back and forth between here and Dallas—a six-hour trek, door to door. Their two dogs, Jackson and Lucy, stay for the entire summer. They’re not the only seasonal visitors; the island’s population, around 6,000 year-round, swells to north of 35,000 in the warmer months.

Though Bielawski concedes that there are worthwhile destinations that don’t require a four-hour flight and a ferry or puddle jumper ride to get to, he says there’s something about the ritual of the journey that helps put his mind in vacation mode.

“I get off the plane in Seattle, and I feel like I’m relaxing,” he says. “By the time I’ve gotten to the island, I’m completely chilled out.”

“It resets you,” echoes Dorsey of their time here. “And I think that’s the thing I love about the island the most: It’s like flipping a switch. Your lifestyle is so different. Being here really prioritizes the things that are important. It’s good for your soul.”

choice but are, in fact, very much a necessity. “When False Bay is empty [at low tide], I wear these and take my dogs for a run—they get completely muddy, so you need a good boot for that,” says Bielawski, adding that the attire here is relaxed and unpretentious. “You can be in a pair of shorts and a T-shirt during the day and throw on a sweater or a long-sleeve shirt at night. It’s very casual.”

opposite page: A larch wood dining table commissioned by the previous homeowner was repurposed as a desk in the primary bedroom. The views of the bay provide ample inspiration whenever Dorsey steals a moment to sketch. The Hickory wing chair is covered in Loro Piana fabric, and the oar mounted above the window was found by the original homeowner. this page: (from top) In addition to offering a sleeper sofa, the guest room has a pair of niches with twin mattresses for when guests come to stay; it’s used as a family room the remainder of the time. “It’s a very bright, happy room,” Dorsey says. The adjacent porch houses cords of firewood. In the primary bathroom, a window occupies the real estate where a mirror might normally be. Bielawski’s work boots, here drying on the front steps, aren’t merely a fashion

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In Good Company San Juan Island is the second largest of the 450 islands that make up the San Juan Islands archipelago. Bill Gates is one of several big names who own property in the islands.

How to Get There On the Itinerary

Fly into Seattle (SEA) or Vancouver, British Columbia (YVR). Drive to Anacortes, Washington, to take the Washington State Ferry to the Islands. Or take a seaplane to San Juan Island’s Roche Harbor or Friday Harbor. Kenmore Air and Friday Harbor Seaplanes both fly direct from Seattle. (Bielawski recommends first-timers take the ferry for the most picturesque approach.)

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Bielawski and Dorsey’s must-dos for a trip to San Juan Island

HIKE AMERICAN CAMP, located on the south end of the island; English Camp, on the north side; or Mount Dallas, on the west side.

Raise a Glass Sample ciders, liqueurs, and the awardwinning Spy Hop gin made at the San Juan Island Distillery. Or order a Spy Hop martini at Duck Soup restaurant, on Bielawski’s list of musts.

PICNIC AT CATTLE POINT, located on the southernmost tip of the island. “A sunny day is a must for this,” says Bielawski, who brings a takeout Cuban sandwich from the Spring Street Deli in Friday Harbor.

RENT A RIDE THROUGH SUSIE’S MOPEDS, the easiest way to get around the island. They have ebikes, single mopeds, and two-seater scoot coupes.

BOOK A SEA-KAYAK OR BOAT TOUR TO GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH ORCAS. “It’s amazing to see them in person,” says Bielawski.

ENJOY PASTORAL VIEWS AND FEED AN ALPACA OR TWO AT KRYSTAL ACRES ALPACA FARM. Shop throws, hats, socks, and more—all made from alpaca fiber—in the on-site store.

HAVE HAPPY HOUR AT MADRONA BAR AND GRILL IN ROCHE HARBOR. Come at sunset to take in the nightly “Colors Ceremony,” in which the flags are lowered and national anthems are played. To secure a spot on the deck, it’s best to make a reservation.

IMBIBE AT SAN JUAN VINEYARD, SAN JUAN ISLAND BREWING COMPANY, OR SAN JUAN ISLAND DISTILLERY.

DINE AT ONE OF THE ISLAND’S MANY DELICIOUS RESTAURANTS. For breakfast, grab donuts at Lime Kiln Cafe. For lunch, Bielawski and Dorsey like the BBQ oysters at Westcott Bay Shellfish Company or the salmon burger at Downriggers in Friday Harbor. Dinner favorites include the picturesque Duck Soup, McMillin’s Dining Room for prime rib and a martini, or Vinny’s Ristorante for unassuming Italian fare. During the week, Bakery San Juan is a must for bread, pizza, and cinnamon rolls.

Not a Dime a Dozen Enjoy a donut from Lime Kiln Cafe as you walk the pier.

Farm Fresh At Westcott Bay Shellfish Company, oysters are plucked right from the water and brought to your table.

Fair-Weather Fans Orcas range through the San Juan Islands most commonly between March and October.

LIME KILN CAFE

A Killer Time

We saw dozens of orcas on our once-in-a-lifetime excursion with Maya’s Legacy Whale Watching.

Happy Trails

Enjoy a hike at American Camp, which offers a variety of trail experiences and the Cattle Point Lighthouse, seen here. “It’s one of the most spectacular spots on San Juan Island,” says Bielawski.

Stay Here

Located within the tony Roche Harbor Resort, Hotel De Haro is close to shops and restaurants and boasts beautiful gardens.

WESTCOTT BAY SHELLFISH COMPANY

REINVENTING

DESIGNER LAURA LEE CLARK FALCONER AND HER LONG-TIME CLIENTS HAVE DEVOTED SIX YEARS, PILES OF BLUE PAINT SAMPLES, AND TOO MANY WALLPAPER INSTALLATIONS TO COUNT IN ORDER TO TRANSFORM A DATED MEDITERRANEAN INTO A DESIGN-FORWARD FOREVER HOME.

A CLASSIC

text by LAURA KOSTELNY

photography by STEPHEN KARLISCH

interior design by LAURA LEE CLARK INTERIOR DESIGN, INC.

remodel by ROBERT CLARK AND ASSOCIATES styling by JENNY O’CONNOR floral by HAILE WOSSEN

opening spread: The great room is the family’s spot to gather in the house. “They love to entertain in this space, as it is very gracious and has several seating areas,” says Falconer. A mix of textures and large chandeliers by David Duncan help define the different “rooms” within the room.

this spread (from left): A beautiful arch in the entry provides a glimpse of the classic dining room. Designer Laura Lee Clark Falconer takes in the beauty of the home next to a painting by David Bates. In order to add a more modern flair to the home’s entry, Falconer updated the room’s flooring with a geometric design. All the flooring is cut from slab material of Bianco Bello and Grigio Verona. The chandelier is vintage.

pen communication, trust, forgiveness, financial responsibility—everyone knows they’re the basic tenets of one of the most sacred relationships in life: interior designer and client. It’s not easy to find. We’ve all heard tale of unanswered calls, undelivered furnishings, and unreasonable expectations, but when the right collaborators find one another (and stay together), it rivals anything you’ll find in fairy tales. Spoiler alert: This is one of those stories.

It began simply enough. Once upon a time, Dallas designer Laura Lee Clark Falconer of Laura Lee Clark Interior Design, Inc. was hired by a certain Park Cities couple (they prefer to remain anonymous). It went so well that they’ve been collaborating happily ever after, with no end in sight. “I’ve worked on four homes in Highland Park with them over the past 16 years,” the designer says. “They love to have a constant project going to keep things fresh.”

That goes double for their current residence, a circa-2000, 9,972-square-foot Mediterranean designed by architect Weldon Turner that features four bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and two pool baths with a spa. “We completely renovated this home be-

this page: Guests are welcome to sit and sip for a spell at a large, curved bar at the end of the living room. “My clients love blue, and it has become a dominating color throughout the house. I think that so many of us are drawn to blue because it just makes you feel good,” says the designer. opposite page: Friends and family alike love to spend time in the kitchen, which boasts a connecting sitting room and breakfast room. “It’s the ultimate gathering spot for everyday casual dining and relaxing with a cappuccino by the fire,” says Falconer. In addition to fabulous views of the entire backyard and pool, the kitchen provides a feast for the eyes thanks to pretty floral Duquesa Fatima Mezzanotte tile by Walker Zanger, Dolce Vita quartzite countertops, and a terra-cotta-tile and rustic-beamed ceiling.

TOTAL DRAMA

Designer Laura Lee Clark Falconer advises that sometimes all it takes is one big act to transform an entire scene.

HIT THE FLOOR. The foyer was originally clad in very dark wood with a simple limestone floor that carried into the gallery. “When my client wanted a new look in this room, we dialed it up by changing the floor pattern,” says the designer. Now the entry sets the tone for the entire home with an intricate stone floor made of Bianco Bello and Grigio Verona.

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BECOME A CEILING FAN. There’s a lot to love in the dining room, from the vintage chandelier, elegant furnishings, and classic Gracie pattern on the walls. Still, the designer wanted to give guests one more reason to look up during the soup course. “We added a shimmering, silverleaf, scalloping-pattern Gracie wallpaper on the ceiling.”

PUT SOME POW INTO THE POWDER. A powder bath will provide a big return on even the smallest investment. Why? Space is limited and it’s the only place where people will experience your home truly on their own. Falconer packed a couple of lovely loos with a high-impact marble mural by Ann Sacks and custom bronze detailing with an exquisite Sodalite vanity.

fore they moved there in 2017, but over the past six years, we have redesigned the furnishings and finishes in several of the rooms,” says Falconer.

While Mediterranean-style homes of the early aughts sometimes get a bad rap, this one is in a class of its own. “The architecture of this home has such elegant classical proportions, and the quality of the construction is truly unmatched,” Falconer notes. But while the overall design was timeless, the dated finishes were doing it no favors. “Everything was very dark, heavy handed, and outdated, so we went to work lightening things up,” she says. “This young family wanted the warmth and richness that the architecture provided, but they needed me to give it a modern flair.”

Because the house is rife with formal architectural details— soaring coffered ceilings, arches and columns, grand stone fire-

places—Falconer’s clients asked for “warm, cozy textiles” to help make it feel more inviting. She more than delivered. Take the massive great room where she reined in the scale by dividing it into multiple seating areas that invite intimate conversation. Well-placed accessories like floor lamps and large-scale chandeliers help, too. “A room-sized area rug, along with beautiful textures, give the room a luxurious, cozy ambience,” she explains. “The family loves spending time together here because of the comfortable furnishings, and it’s also drenched in light and has fabulous views of the loggia, pool, and backyard.”

The color blue is featured subtly throughout the home except for two spots where the homeowners’ travels inspired shades that absolutely dominate. After a trip to Capri, Falconer’s clients were drawn to a bold paint for the walls of the library. And the custom shade adorning the curved bar in the living room was

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opposite page: Dinner parties feel a little more special thanks to the pairing of two different Gracie wallpapers—one on the ceiling and another on the walls. “We wanted the elegance of Gracie to be the focal point of this gracious dining room,” says Falconer. “The scale of the vintage chandelier is magnificent and was perfect for the room.” this page (from left): The entry bursts with energy thanks to graphic flooring, a bold painting by David Bates, and classic blue-and-white ceramics. “One of my favorite rooms is the formal powder bath,” says Falconer. “I love the custom bronze detailing.”

this page: There’s no better place to get down to business than this home office, which features walls painted in Benjamin Moore’s “Downpour Blue.” “We added doors to the room so that the husband could have Zoom meetings without disturbing the family activities,” says Falconer. The desk is Cameron Collection through George Cameron Nash, the marble fireplace is Nero Marquina, the painting above is by David Bates, and the rug is by Kyle Bunting.

oppposite page: Furnished with club chairs upholstered in Holly Hunt’s “Silver Streak” Tangled fabric and sofas in Brentano “Blue Spruce” fabric, the media room is a cozy spot for catching a movie. The lighting is by Douglas Fanning and the pieces above the sofas are by Joseph Havel.

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The cool walls of the primary suite—painted in Benjamin Moore’s “Winter Lake”—and a Biarritz Chandelier by Niermann Weeks (available through Laura Lee Clark Showroom) set the scene for a restful retreat. The family powder bath teems with marble via flooring, a marble-and-Lucite pedestal vanity, and the Carmen Banana Leaf Mosaic by Ann Sacks.

opposite page: Despite the palette, no one can possibly stay blue for long in the lovely primary suite, which Falconer layered with a cool tone on the walls, draperies made in a Holland & Sherry fabric, and chairs clad in Robinson by Larsen in Icy Blue.

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the result of a stay at the Four Seasons Miami. “They loved the bar there that was painted a high-gloss green—it was very tropical with palm trees,” Falconer explains. “Since my clients favor blue, we chose a color that was the perfect complement to the adjacent library. Blue just makes you feel good.”

In addition to paint, Falconer transformed ho-hum walls in various rooms into works of art with an abundance of custom wallcoverings, beautiful tiles, and elaborate stonework. Of course, having actual works of art on display helps, too. Luckily, her clients are avid collectors, and she has had the pleasure of finding a place for pieces by artists like David Bates, Sam Reveles, Andrea Rosenberg, Terrell James, Donald Sultan, Mel Bochner, Donald Baechler, Damien Hirst, Ian Davenport, Dale Chihuly, Helen Frankenthaler, and Pablo Picasso.

Part of the beauty of the surprises here—the marble mural in the family powder bath, or the vintage chandelier in the dining room—is that they’re ephemeral. Because things are constantly being refreshed, the next time you visit, the flooring may be totally different, the furnishings switched out for something new, and a Hirst may have taken Picasso’s place. There are two constants, however: a pair of chests by Jan Showers that have found a place in every one of this duo’s projects, and, of course, the bond between designer and clients.

BEST DESIGNERS

IN DALLAS

The following individuals are among the winners of D Home’s 2023 Best Designers in Dallas. These designers have shown their interest in serving D Home readers with advertising profiles that depict a sampling of their portfolios, as well as their business and professional accomplishments. D Home’s Best Designer awards are nominated by showroom owners and managers in Dallas-Fort Worth who select the winning designers for their outstanding residential work in our community. A full list of the winners appears on page 81. Enjoy.

ALEXIS PEARL DESIGN

When Dallas native Alexis Pearl headed to the University of Georgia to obtain her B.A. in interior design, she never thought she would come back to Texas, but home beckoned her to return. She started her career in commercial interiors, where she developed a strong understanding of space planning, finish selections, and construction processes. She shifted her focus to residential interiors, with a special interest in kitchen design. “It’s the heart of the home and one of my favorite spaces,” she says. Pearl opened her own design firm five years ago and now focuses on high-end interiors. Her design sensibility is a modern take on traditional style, gravitating toward classic silhouettes and timeless pieces. Now with more than 16 years of experience, Pearl has worked with numerous clients on various upscale projects in Lakewood, the Park Cities, and Preston Hollow, as well as a few outside of Texas. “Design is always evolving, moving, and adapting to the times,” she says. Pearl believes it is important to leave room for clients to grow into the space. For her, design is a collaboration, and it is so exciting when it all comes together. “I love so many different aesthetics, and every client brings their own unique input,” she says.

469.223.2230

alexispearldesign.com

@alexispearldesign

“DESIGN IS ALWAYS EVOLVING, MOVING, AND ADAPTING TO THE TIMES. THIS IS WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT IT.”

ALEXIS PEARL

AMY GIBBS INTERIORS

A welcoming combination of modern, vintage, and custom home furnishings that results in a unique aesthetic is what clients love about Amy Gibbs Interiors’ principal designer Amy Gibbs Williams’ designs. Her signature look is edited and precise, while maintaining a comfortable, approachable feel for each space. She carefully selects original art, unique accessories, and a color palette for each client, creating a look that is uniquely their own. Her design philosophy is simple yet timeless and effective: “Your home should be a reflection of you, your family, and how you entertain and live, while also considering the large and small details throughout your space.”

214.662.8399 amygibbsinteriors.com @amygibbsinteriors

“OUR SIGNATURE LOOK IS EDITED AND PRECISE, WHILE MAINTAINING A COMFORTABLE, APPROACHABLE FEEL FOR EACH SPACE.”

AMY GIBBS WILLIAMS

AMY’S INTERIORS

For nearly two decades Amy Smith Atkins and her team have artfully blended classic and contemporary elements to create comfortable and aesthetically pleasing residential spaces. Her boutique-style firm offers full-scale design services that balance her own curated designs with her clients’ lifestyles. She and her creative design team use a combination of custom furnishings, textiles, bespoke accessories, and fine European antiques to personally execute each project. To keep her designs weighted in character, Atkins frequents the Paris Antique Fair for one-of-a-kind pieces to accessorize client projects. She genuinely values her long-term relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure client satisfaction. Atkins and her team manage projects with passion, dedication, and effective communication from start to finish.

214.762.4903 amys-interiors.com @amys_interiors

“THE CHARACTERISTICS THAT MAKE A HOUSE A HOME ARE ORIGINAL ART, THE INFUSION OF COLOR, TREASURED ACCESSORIES, AND ANTIQUES. IT SHOULD BE A MULTISENSORY EXPERIENCE.”

AMY SMITH ATKINS

CANON & DEAN DESIGN

In 2002, Mary Elizabeth Canon commenced her design firm catering to the residential market. In 2010, she recruited Hannah Dean to join as partner and co-lead designer and launched Canon and Dean Interior Design. These two creatives knew they wanted to provide a unique, hands-on approach to interior design services. They believe working with clients’ homes is a personal experience, as the home is a private sanctuary. They create spaces for each client’s personality and lifestyle.

When a client has an idea, they go to work to elevate it. Through the design process, the Canon & Dean team encourages clients to take risks outside their comfort zone. They prefer each project to reflect the personality and sensibilities of the individual client versus selling a “look.” This approach makes for the most beautiful projects and happy clients! Both Canon and Dean specialize in all design styles and take on projects of any size. Clients appreciate their down-to-earth approach, and many remain good friends once the project is complete. “We don’t try to build walls with formality. We like to work in casual environments that ensure our clients feel at home with us!”

@canonanddeandesign

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“CANON & DEAN STRIVES TO CREATE HOMES THAT REFLECT THE PERSONALITY AND SENSIBILITIES OF THE INDIVIDUAL CLIENT VERSUS SELLING A ‘LOOK.’”

MARY ELIZABETH CANON

“LOOK FOR A DESIGNER WHO HAS AN INTERIOR DESIGN DEGREE, IS PUBLISHED, AND HAS WON INDUSTRY AWARDS. THE BEST DESIGNERS HELP THEIR CLIENTS REFINE THEIR OWN UNIQUE STYLE.”

MARGARET CHAMBERS

CHAMBERS INTERIORS & ASSOCIATES

Drawing from years of experience, Chambers Interiors & Associates achieves the exact looks their clients envision for their homes. Margaret Chambers has more than three decades of interior design experience, and her firm’s work has been published in more than 20 leading industry books and magazines, including D Home, Traditional Home, and Better Homes & Gardens. Their work has earned state and national awards from the American Society of Interior Designers, and Chambers Interiors & Associates has been named a D Home Best Designer for the past 18 years. Chambers’ experience, innate talent, and European studies enable her to confidently mix different styles, techniques, and cultures. She and her team at Chambers Interiors & Associates are valued by clients for the spirit of collaboration they bring to each project and their willingness to share in the creative process.

214.651.7665

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@chambersinteriors

DANA BASS DESIGNS

With an intuitive approach, Dana Bass creates spaces that are refined, playful, luxurious, and unexpected. And she’s just plain fun.

Bass is known for infusing textures with patterns, layering elements, and mixing vibrant colors to create dream spaces for her clients. Her namesake firm epitomizes the force behind the face, as clients are inspired to Dream It. Love it. Live it.™ With nearly two decades of experience, Bass has cultivated a creative dialogue between her clients—and their homes. She honors the history and architecture of each project while masterfully mixing distinctive furnishings and artwork in luxe, yet eminently comfortable homes.

Bass found her roots in the hospitality sector designing bars, nightclubs and restaurants with an evocative, unexpected, and glamorous flair. In stepping into residential design, she found her calling. “There’s nothing more thrilling than tailoring my clients’ dreams and needs into a space that will transform their lives,” she says. Bass loves the process of design, the thrill of the hunt, raw creativity, and the satisfaction of everything coming together, but what she values most of all is her clients. She loves hearing, “You did everything I never knew I wanted, and it’s perfect!”

214.438.4820

@danabassdesigns

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MICHAEL HUNTER

“THERE’S NOTHING MORE THRILLING THAN TAILORING MY CLIENTS’ DREAMS AND NEEDS INTO A SPACE THAT WILL TRANSFORM THEIR LIVES AND ENHANCE THEIR EVERYDAY LIVING!”

DANA M. BASS, ASID, NKBA, NCIDQ, RID

DUNBAR ROAD DESIGN

Whenever Carla Fonts meets with a client about a design project, she immediately goes to work putting her colorful ideas to paper. “When we get a new project, we put our heart and soul into it,” she says. “We want it to be beautiful, of course, but also comfortable—where you could throw a party the next day.”

You’ll find Fonts’ Cuban roots and coastal influences in most of her projects. She gets inspiration from her travels, continuously considering how to incorporate what she sees and learns into her work. Clients appreciate her organization, resourcefulness, likability, and communication skills. She and her team have an unmatched energy and passion for their craft, always pushing boundaries and thinking beyond the norm to provide clients with a one-of-a-kind result.

Says Fonts, “Designing a home should be a fun experience for clients. We try to make the process seem as simple and enjoyable as it could possibly be.”

214.281.5272

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@dunbarroad

“DESIGNING A HOME SHOULD BE A FUN EXPERIENCE. WE TRY TO MAKE THE PROCESS SIMPLE AND ENJOYABLE.”

CARLA FONTS

ERIN SANDER DESIGN

Erin Sander is known for her innate capacity for visualizing the overall concept of the house in its entirety, including the creative details at the project’s architectural inception. Her keen ability to read the form of a house and breathe it to life through precise execution creates her edge. She began her design with one vision, which has become its focus: Interiors structured in detail.

Her full-service interior design firm focuses on designs with purposeful balance through layers of texture and contrasted materials. The environments Sander creates—whether it’s a lake house reminiscent of those on the Cape or a Dallas residence inspired by a New York City loft—offer an uplifting palette. Always ahead of what’s new and next in interior design, clients trust her instincts, from her selection of furnishings and tile to artisan products from skillful craftspeople.

Sander and her team guide clients through the process of refining architectural plans through detailed elevation drawings and finish selection. Above all, the firm holds a deep appreciation and gratitude for clients who trust them with such an important part of their lives.

469.600.1323

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@erinsander

“OUR GOAL IS TO PULL INSPIRATION FROM CLIENTS AND BRING OUR DESIGN FOCUS TO THEIR PROJECT— RELAXED, REFINED ELEGANCE REGARDLESS OF STYLE, ARCHITECTURE, OR MATERIALS.”

ERIN SANDER

“IN THE PAST, MY DESIGN STYLE WAS TO MAKE EVERYTHING BEAUTIFUL ON THE OUTSIDE. NOW I’M WORKING TIRELESSLY TO MAKE IT HEALTHY AND SUSTAINABLE FROM THE INSIDE AS WELL.”

GALLERIE NOIR

Nineteen years ago, Melissa Enriquez opened her first store in Los Angeles and almost immediately began designing for her influential clientele. Since then, it’s been a whirlwind of some of the most recognizable real estate in LA, Miami, and of course, Dallas—where she opened her art gallery in the Dallas Design District in 2012.

Her classic aesthetic has deep roots in her international upbringing. Nicaraguan by birth, she’s lived in New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, and Miami Beach, where she currently resides with her husband. Bringing an artistic yet disciplined vision to her clients, she curates some of the world’s most sought-after furniture and art, including work by La Capricieuce St Barth, Dina Broadhurst, Lucrecia Waggoner, Alexandra von Furstenberg, and Kelly Wearstler. Notable for her ability to take the blank canvas of a room and transform it into an impossibly chic space, she is especially proud of her newest venture into the wellness space with Kriya House. She has also begun offering Feng Shui services into both of her businesses, which is offered both in person and virtually. Her clean, elegant approach to all things interior can be seen in top magazines and on her instagram @gallerienoir.

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@gallerienoir @kriyahouse

MELISSA ENRIQUEZ RAMOS

HEIDI ARWINE INTERIORS

Heidi Arwine is a Dallas-based interior designer known for her versatile styles and innovative approach. She is recognized as one of Dallas’ top designers and is featured in national publications such as Traditional Home and Better Homes & Gardens

Arwine is passionate about design and creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also functional and tailored to the client’s lifestyle. She uses a mix of traditional and modern styles to create a unique and evocative look for each project. Her attention to detail, combined with her ability to understand her clients’ needs and preferences, results in spaces that are both beautiful and livable. Her approach to design is collaborative and hands-on, with a focus on the client’s needs, tastes, and goals.

Aside from her work as an interior designer, Arwine is an active member of the design community, and she actively participates in local and national design events and competitions. She is proud to be a trusted and sought-after designer in Dallas and beyond.

214.505.9189

haidallas.com

@heidi.arwine.interiors

“I SEE EVERY PROJECT AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD A LASTING RELATIONSHIP AND DELIVER VALUE BEYOND THE CLIENT’S EXPECTATIONS.”

HEIDI ARWINE

“THE MARK OF A GOOD DESIGNER ISN’T PINPOINTED TO ONE SPECIFIC AESTHETIC BUT INSTEAD, THE ABILITY TO DESIGN FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL CLIENT. IT’S ABOUT THE LOOK AND QUALITY, AND HOW THAT ROOM WILL FUNCTION.”

IBB DESIGN FINE FURNISHINGS

Shay Geyer, designer and owner of IBB Design Fine Furnishings, is passionate about interiors and interior products, creating beautiful and luxury spaces for clients. Mostly known for her balanced use of color, pattern, and texture, clients rave about her ability to transform a house into a welcoming, happy home. Her design mantra is to create an inviting atmosphere that reflects the personal taste and lifestyle of each client.

According to Geyer, “The mark of a really good designer isn’t pinpointed to one specific aesthetic but instead their ability to design for each individual client. It’s all about the look and the quality, and how that room is going to function for them. The key to harmony at home is to live amongst what you love.” Geyer has assembled an awardwinning team of talented designers who are experts in custom-tailoring interiors. IBB Design, five-time winner of Best Furniture Store in the United States, encompasses 90,000 square feet of a diverse mix of name-brand home furnishings, luxury home décor, and accessories available for immediate delivery. Together, you get an interior design power house!

214.618.6600

ibbdesign.com

@ibbdesign

@designershay

SHAY GEYER

“DESIGN EVOKES EMOTIONS, AND PEOPLE REACT TO IDEAS DIFFERENTLY. IT’S ALL ABOUT THAT ‘ AHA! MOMENT’ WHEN YOU KNOW YOU HAVE FOUND THE RIGHT THING FOR A CLIENT. THIS IS THE CORE OF WHAT DRIVES ME— DISCOVERING WHAT MAKES A DESIGN SPECIAL FOR EACH CLIENT.”

JENIFER WILEY

J WILEY DESIGNS

When Jenifer Wiley hears, “I love it!” from her clients, she knows she has made a match between the homeowner and the design. Otherwise, she continues refining her ideas because, to her, everyone should love the space they are in. “Your room, your house—whatever you are designing, you should be excited about it,” she says. “Design evokes emotions, and people react to ideas differently. It’s all about that ‘aha! moment’ when you know you have found the right thing for a client. This is the core of what drives me—discovering what makes a design special for each client.” Wiley, owner and principal of J Wiley Designs, is known for creating a timeless, elegant, and vibrant aesthetic in her work. She has a passion for combining color, pattern, and texture to create warm and inviting spaces that are well planned and thoughtfully curated. Wiley enjoys the personal relationships she creates with clients, vendors, contractors, and builders. “This is a relationship industry, which is what I love about it,” she says.

972.330.4480

jwileydesigns.com

@jwileydesigns

MICHAEL WILTBANK PHOTOGRAPHY

JAN SHOWERS AND ASSOCIATES

“Design should relate to the way we live. It also should be beautiful, glamorous, comfortable, and luxurious—even when very casual.” This is the design philosophy of Jan Showers, known for her chic, timeless designs that exude an approachable and at-ease feeling. This is also how clients describe Showers, who has been gracing homes with her glamorous designs for nearly three decades.

Showers, the author of three books on glamourous living, has received many of the profession’s highest honors. She serves as the co-chair for the Kips Bay Decorator Show House in Dallas, and her magazine credits alone place her in the highest echelon of designers. D Home named her the Queen of Design, Luxe Gold List, 32nd Annual Arts Awards winner for Interior Design, and Architectural Digest has named her firm to the AD100.

Showers’ to-the-trade furniture and lighting collection highlights her signature style and is available only at her Dallas Design District showroom. Her complete lifestyle collection for premier design partners includes fabrics, wall coverings, rugs, furniture, and lighting.

214.747.5252

janshowers.com @janshowers

“GLAMOUR AND COMFORT ARE NOT MUTUALLY EXCLUSIVE.”

JAN SHOWERS

JEAN LIU DESIGN, LLC

Jean Liu Design, LLC was established in 2007 as a full-service interior design firm, specializing in high-end residential and commercial projects. Since then, the firm has grown to become a party of five, all of whom would do almost anything for a pretty picture–of interiors, that is. They are also a group of design aficionados whose talent, experience, and training make them uniquely qualified to work alongside clients, builders, and architects on all aspects of interior design, whether it is new construction, historical renovation, space planning, furniture sourcing, or staging. They pride themselves on creating modern, edited, comfortable, and inspired spaces, and nothing makes them happier than helping clients translate their vision and lifestyle into a place they can call home. From time to time, their work has even graced the pages of publications such as House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Town & Country, Architectural Digest, and The Wall Street Journal

214.238.2112

jeanliudesign.com

@jeanliudesign

“WE THRIVE ON CONSISTENT ENGAGEMENT, ENDLESS PASSION, CONSCIOUS HANDIWORK, STAYING ROOTED, AND PEANUT BUTTER-FILLED PRETZELS.”

JEAN LIU

JENKINS INTERIORS

Leslie Jenkins has designed residential spaces nationally for more than two decades. Renowned for a distinctive, curated style that balances livability with a novel approach to the classic, she has focused on building a versatile, creative team since founding her namesake firm. Clients find her staff to be approachable, knowledgeable, collaborative, and well-versed in every aesthetic. Jenkins is highly revered for her ability to couple traditional with contemporary through her furnishings, accessories and art. Her love of European finds from around the globe are a common thread throughout her portfolio. Known for cultivating long-lasting friendships with her clients, they continue to clamor for her finds carried at her home furnishings boutique, Blue Print and adjacent Blue Print Gallery, which she co-owns.

903.830.9990

jenkinsinteriors.com

@jenkinsinteriors

LAYERED DIMENSIONS INTERIOR DESIGN

With a focus on custom, high-end residential design, Christina Garcia Lysaught and Grayson Knight lead their team of expert designers with a comprehensive range of specializations, bringing a unique perspective to every project. The personal experiences created by their designers and their meticulous attention to detail ensure their clients’ interiors, and the comfort of the home go far beyond expectations. By combining a thoughtful culmination of layers into their projects, Layered Dimensions Interior Design helps their clients create the ultimate feeling of home. The firm builds on a practical concept that relies on creativity, proven design principles, experience, process, and documentation tailored to their clients’ unique needs, resulting in conceptual, structural, and understated designs.

“BY COMBINING A THOUGHTFUL CULMINATION OF LAYERS INTO PROJECTS, LAYERED DIMENSIONS INTERIOR DESIGN HELPS CLIENTS CREATE THE ULTIMATE FEELING OF HOME.”

CHRISTINA GARCIA LYSAUGHT AND GRAYSON KNIGHT

“GOOD DESIGN. IT IS ALWAYS THE BEST LOOKING, BEST QUALITY, BEST FUNCTIONING, AND LONGEST LASTING. IT’S ALWAYS WORTH COLLABORATING WITH A QUALIFIED DESIGNER FOR LONG-LASTING GOOD DESIGN. NO TRENDS HERE.”

MARY ANNE SMILEY

MARY ANNE SMILEY INTERIORS L.L.C.

Mary Anne Smiley, one of the first designers registered in the state of Texas after passing the NCIDQ exam, is recognized by her peers as one of the top designers in Dallas. Her love of all things creative began as a child and included primitive architectural drawings. At Oklahoma State University she graduated with honors in interior design, with a minor in fine art. She has designed from coast to coast, and even worked on projects overseas. Smiley is a professional ASID member and is qualified in AutoCAD. She is known for her use of bright pops of pure color and cutting-edge art. Her meticulous attention to every detail, from space planning and lighting design to custom furniture design and art procurement and placement, results in luxurious spaces that surround the family with comfort and joy for living.

214.522.0705

maryannesmiley.com

@maryannesmileyinteriors

MONICA WILCOX INTERIORS

Monica Wilcox is a multi-award-winning interior designer, with offices in Dallas, Los Angeles, California, and Miami. Known for her broad range of livable, luxurious, and inviting interiors, Wilcox’s impressive mastery of creating aspirational designs and attention to detail have set her apart in this industry. With an infectious laugh and energectic spirit, this accomplished interior designer is also a business coach, television personality, author, and lifestyle expert. She uses her experience and knowledge to create designs that deliver far beyond her clients’ expectations. Her designs have been featured in numerous publications, including Elle Décor, House Beautiful, D Home, Modern Luxury, and Luxe. Wilcox’s design talent is sought after by discerning clients who appreciate a truly personalized touch. Her designs are modern, chic, and livable—all with a California twist. She integrates bold use of color and patterns to create spaces that are beautiful, luxurious, and aspirational. Built upon a reputation of excellence, Monica Wilcox Interiors offers full-service interior design that focuses on each client’s needs and desires, resulting in timeless, sophisticated spaces.

469.677.7299 monicawilcoxinteriors.com @mwilcoxdesign

“A BOLD USE OF COLOR AND PATTERNS CAN CREATE SPACES THAT ARE BEAUTIFUL, LUXURIOUS, AND ASPIRATIONAL.” MONICA WILCOX

MORGAN FARROW INTERIORS

Morgan Farrow, principal of Morgan Farrow Interiors, launched her namesake firm six years ago following several years at a notable Dallas homebuilder. She and her team of full-service interior designers specialize in large-scale new construction and remodel projects. “We are focused on running our projects in a synchronized way that feels tangible for the client while having fun along the way,” Farrow says. Morgan Farrow Interiors offers turnkey, full management service— from architectural design to furnishings and small details. “We are there all the way to the lighting of the candles and walk-in moment,” Farrow says. She and her team are experts at helping clients identify their style, “floating in the middle” between traditional and contemporary. “We like to add a little twist to each room—a pop of color or an unexpected piece of furniture or wallcovering to make it a memorable space,” says Farrow.

214.919.2522

morganfarrow.com

@morganfarrowinteriors

“WE ARE FOCUSED ON RUNNING OUR PROJECTS IN A SYNCHRONIZED WAY THAT FEELS TANGIBLE FOR THE CLIENT WHILE HAVING FUN ALONG THE WAY.”

MORGAN FARROW

MORRISSEY HOME

Since founding Morrissey Home in 2014, interior designer Shayne Morrissey has transformed countless Texas homes. With his attention to detail and passion for curated design, Morrissey has mastered a range of styles. He has won several industry awards, and his work has been featured in numerous leading Texas lifestyle publications.

“Our focus is to create one-of-a-kind interiors, while providing worry-free experiences for our clients,” he says. “We take time to learn about our clients' lives and how they use the spaces in their homes. Every interior is unique because each client has individual needs and expectations for interior design.”

Today, Morrissey is known for creating iconic, timeless interiors. His talent for combining modem luxury with antiques and personal artifacts is what makes his spaces so evocative. Morrissey’s ability to understand the essence of his clients is manifested through spaces that feel like home, not only to the people who live there, but also to anyone who visits.

817.733.4045

morrisseyhome.co

@morrisseyhome

TOP PHOTO: REGAN ELIZABETH; MIDDLE AND BOTTOM PHOTOS: JEN MORLEY BURNER

“HOUSES PROVIDE SHELTER, BUT HOMES TELL THE STORY OF THE PEOPLE WHO DWELL THERE. WE LOVE CREATING HOMES FOR OUR CLIENTS, ROOM BY ROOM.”

SHAYNE MORRISSEY

PAM KELLEY DESIGN

Pam Kelley Design, a full-service Dallas interior design firm, is led by Pam Kelley, who for more than 30 years has expertly managed residential projects throughout the country. “My vision for each project is to create classic design with a modern sensibility for today’s living,” she says. “I enjoy the entire process on each project, from budget preparation and space planning to architectural renderings and financial management.” Kelley has been featured in the recently released Rizzoli book Entertaining At Home, by Ronda Carmen. Kelley’s beautiful work has also been featured in the pages of D Home, B etter Homes & Gardens, Cottage Home, and Traditional Home, among many others. Licensed by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners and an active member of ASID and TAID, Pam Kelley invites you to let her and her team help you create the home of your dreams.

“MY VISION FOR EACH PROJECT IS TO CREATE CLASSIC DESIGN WITH A MODERN SENSIBILITY FOR TODAY’S LIVING.”

PAM KELLEY, ASID, TAID

PETERS CATES DESIGN, INC.

Russ Peters and Bill Cates, D Home Best Designers for 11 consecutive years, create beautiful, livable spaces and homes. With an emphasis on the unity between aesthetics and purpose, they design and create truly original spaces, ranging from bungalows to estates. Peters Cates Design, Inc., is a full-service residential design firm that specializes in custom interiors, furniture, furnishings, space planning, remodeling, project management, construction administration, and general contracting. From inception to execution, they provide smart design solutions enhancing the homes and lives of their clients. 214.282.2058

“WE HELP SHEPHERD CLIENTS TO THEIR GOALS, TO BRING OUT THE BEST IN THEIR HOMES, TO REVEAL AND ELEVATE THEIR INDIVIDUAL STYLES AND LIVES. THE PROCESS SHOULD BE SERIOUS AND PROFESSIONAL… BUT FUN.”

BILL CATES

SHANNON BOWERS DESIGNS

Shannon Bowers Designs honors the unique individuality of her clients and distinct architecture of their homes with thoughtful and personalized interiors. By intention, her work does not adhere to a signature style or aesthetic nor does she repeat concepts or solutions from job to job.

Bowers and her team obsess over the fine details because the small things are often the most significant. Each project is an authentic reflection of the families her team serves as they listen to their clients’ needs and desires, expressing their true values through creativity. This thoughtful approach to design yields beautiful, joyful spaces filled with meaningful details and timeless design.

214.521.7800

“WE OBSESS OVER THE FINE DETAILS BECAUSE THE SMALL THINGS ARE OFTEN THE MOST SIGNIFICANT.”

SHANNON BOWERS

“GREAT INTERIOR DESIGN SHOULD EVOKE AN EMOTION—A CHALLENGE THAT IS BEST ACHIEVED BY FUSING THE ARCHITECTURE, FINISHES, AND FURNISHINGS INTO ONE COHESIVE THOUGHT.”

STUDIO THOMAS JAMES

No two spaces designed by Studio Thomas James are ever alike; each home by the Dallas-based firm is individual to the respective homeowner and reflects their specific ideals and lifestyle.

With principal and founder Philip Thomas Vanderford at the helm, the studio has built a portfolio of projects rich in expression, seemingly understated but that are highly detailed with their own unique emotional intelligence; classic yet innovative, playful yet refined. From a project’s inception to the final installation, their team works hand-in-hand with each client to flawlessly execute interiors that evoke emotion with rich color, pattern, scale, and texture.

The studio was also a featured designer in the inaugural Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas in 2020, won HGTV’s Designer of the Year Award in 2021, and has been in D Home’s Best Designers for multiple years running.

214.484.1849 studiothomasjames.com @studio_thomas_james__

PHILIP THOMAS VANDERFORD

TRISH SHEATS INTERIOR DESIGN

For more than two decades, Trish Sheats has been sought after by homeowners who are ready to elevate their home’s design. Sheats worked for several high-end designers before opening her own boutique firm 28 years ago where she specializes in new construction and large remodel projects. With each project, Sheats lets her clients’ unique vision become her guide. “We collaborate to create a shared vision, and as a design team, we work to make the final product even better than they ever imagined,” she says.

Sheats prefers to weave a cohesive element through homes and mixes in antiques for warmth and balance. If she can’t find the perfect piece for a client, she’ll have it made. Sheats is diligent about making the design process a personal experience, from inspiration to execution. “I love what I do,” she says. “I enjoy the relationship with the clients. During an install, I stay through the final details, from monogrammed towels to placing flowers so my clients get the full experience, from the initial drawings to bringing our ideas to life.”

817.882.6066

trishsheats.com

@trishsheatsid

“WE COLLABORATE TO CREATE A SHARED VISION. AS A DESIGN TEAM, WE WORK TO MAKE THE FINAL PRODUCT EVEN BETTER THAN THEY EVER IMAGINED.”

TRISH SHEATS

YATES DESYGN

Yates Desygn is a lifestyle design firm. They believe each interior design project is a collaboration with the client, educating and guiding them on all the possibilities. “We create a methodology behind our design process,” says Bryan Yates. “We want the project to reveal how the design can enhance a client’s quality of life.” Yates Desygn guides clients’ self-expression to bring synergy between the action of their daily lives and the spaces in which they reside. “We really enjoy extracting our clients’ design language and pushing them out of the box, so the result is something they never thought of but exactly what they wanted,” Mike Yates says. Each Yates Desygn project tells a story. “We love when clients care about the quality and the aesthetic—not what someone else has.” Bryan says. “We know we have a successful project when at the end of the day, we can have a glass of wine with our clients because we have enjoyed the design experience, start to finish, together.”

214.865.6201

yatesdesygn.com

@yatesdesygn

STEPHEN KARLISCH; MICHAEL WILTBANK

“WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX AND CREATING INVENTIVE DESIGNS. WHETHER WE ARE TRAVELING, READING CLASSIC DESIGN BOOKS, OR SPEAKING WITH OUR CLIENTS, INPSIRATION CAN BE FOUND ANYWHERE.”

BRYAN YATES

ALLISON SEIDLER INTERIORS

Allison Seidler Interiors is a full-service interior design firm based in Dallas specializing in high-end residential interiors and commercial spaces. Using a fresh approach, Allison Seidler and her team tailor each space to reflect the client’s lifestyle and aesthetic. They are are committed to making the design process as seamless as possible for the client, builder, and all trades involved. Their priority is to stay organized, work with integrity, and let their talents shine through to create interiors beyond their clients’ dreams.

Seidler received her degree in architectural interior design from the University of Texas at Austin. She is a registered interior designer with the State of Texas and a member of the American Society of Interior Designers. She works with clients throughout the state and nationally to design homes that are sophisticated, soulful, and beautiful.

214.300.9941 | allisonseidler.com

@allisonseidlerinteriors

BARBARA J. VESSELS INTERIORS

Barbara Vessels, ASID, is best known for her attention to detail, helping clients achieve the look they most desire. “Every small detail matters to the success of the completed composition, from perfectly mixed paint colors and upholstery details to customdesigned furniture, lighting, and the placement of every accessory,” she says. Vessels assists clients in creating environments they love. She understands people have an innate sense of color and style preference and strives to help them express what they want without changing their natural inclinations. “Work with a designer who will hear your desires and communicate well,” she says. “You’ll be guaranteed a rewarding, successful project.”

214.202.6797 | barbaravessels.com bjvinteriors@sbcglobal.net

BEYOND INTERIOR DESIGN

Led by owner and principal designer Juliana OIiveira, Beyond Interior Design is a full-service interior design firm specializing in new construction, renovation, and furnishing projects. The team’s design approach is infused with a modern aesthetic, rooted in international influence, and shaped by each client’s lifestyle and their home’s architecture. “From style to systems, we give clients more than they expect,” Oliveira says.

Clients love BEYONDid’s commitment to innovation. The firm recently developed and trademarked a design experience, Athlete-Centric Design®, to transform professional athletes’ homes into recharging stations. Oliveira is also a general contractor, ensuring projects are not only aesthetically pleasing but functional and practical. “We want every material, object, and space to have purpose and benefit the homeowner,” Oliveira says. “Our proprietary design process unlocks a strategic advantage. We don’t design based on current trends; we set them.”

682.203.6028 | beyondinteriordesign.com

@beyondinteriordesign

CHARLOTTE COMER INTERIORS, INC.

In all aspects of interior design, it takes a team to complete a project. Charlotte Comer, a Dallas-based interior designer for nearly 50 years, has enjoyed a successful career designing homes for clients from around the world and working with some of the best vendors in the business worldwide. A perfect example of this collaboration is the photo pictured of a one-of-a-kind table that illustrates how creative minds can come together to produce something beautiful.

Client: Chip & Katie Urban, Corpus Christi, Texas | Designer: Charlotte Comer, ASID, Dallas, Texas | Rendering: Michelle Langford

Associate Member ASID, Dallas, Texas | Lucite: E&D Plastics, Dallas, Texas | Metal: Larry Whiteley Metalworks, Irving, Texas | Finish: Carol Pankratz, Dallas, Texas | Awards: Dallas ASID 2021 First Place

Residential Product Design Special Detail | Photographer: Cora Johnson, Corpus Christi, Texas

214.763.2693 | charlottecomerinteriors.com @charlottecomer

CHILDRESS INTERIORS

Suzy Childress, a 10-time D Home Best Designer, is known for designing beautiful interiors that grace high-end homes and vacation properties. Whenever Childress hears “I don’t know how we could have done this project without you” from clients, she knows she has formed the ultimate bond of trust. Childress understands that maneuvering the new construction and remodeling process without expert design help can be costly and stressful for the client. “I enjoy working with clients, builders, and architects for a smoother process,” she says. “I am the liaison so that projects are completed on time and within budget.” Childress is sought after for her expertise in initial space planning and construction management services to finish and furniture selection. Her knowledge and sincerity in forming collaborative relationships with clients and industry professionals only add to her firm’s success. Childress’ designs were recently on the cover of Luxe magazine, and they have been featured in D Home. She has also been named to the Luxe Gold List.

214.265.6540 | childressinteriors.com

@childressinteriors

DONA ROSENE INTERIORS

Dona Rosene, ASID, is known for infusing her clients’ personality and authentic style into every project. From architectural details, space planning, and finishes to furnishings and accessories, she is obsessed with details. She sees a room and immediately envisions its transformation. Her keen sense of space and bold use of colors and textures influence the luxurious, refined, and functional sanctuaries she creates.

“The home is so important,” Rosene says. “I enjoy getting my clients involved in the design process, watching them visualize and bring their dream home to life.” One happy client says it best: “Every time I enter my home, I am transported by the sensory delight of the colors, textures, and lighting Dona has masterfully combined. She made the process effortless for me and handled every step with care and precision. The human element Dona brings to each project is so special and rare.” Schedule your consultation today and see for yourself.

214.769.1059 | donaroseneinteriors.com

@donaroseneinteriors

MICHAEL HUNTER

DONIPHAN MOORE INTERIORS

Interior designer Doniphan Moore is known for creating timeless, textured, and edited environments. From intimate high-rises to gracious homes, Moore’s mix of the masculine and feminine creates inspirational narratives that are as diverse as they are well-dressed. In projects spanning the country, he intuitively mixes period furnishings and modern moments for unexpected spaces. Moore’s layered interiors are meticulously detailed and reflective of each individual client’s lifestyle. “True luxury exists in enjoying and lingering in one’s personal space,” Moore says. “My projects share a traditional sensibility enhanced by uncommon details curated from the owner’s way of living.” Moore’s work has been featured by Veranda, Elle Decor, and Galerie, among other outlets, and he participated in the prestigious Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas 2020.

270.993.0782 | doniphanmoore.com

@doniphanpmoore

FAGAN WHITE DESIGN

Heather Fagan and Amy White, ASID, have been friends since high school, but it wasn’t until about seven years ago that they combined their passion for interior design and astute business experience to create their full-service design firm, Fagan White Design. Known for creating inviting spaces that offer style, function, and classic design, they are thoughtful in their approach, always striving to design beautiful interiors and a peaceful place to call home. “We have created thoughtful processes for our clients with full transparency to make the design experience as seamless as possible,” White says. Fagan and White take inspiration from their everyday lives to design spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. Says Fagan, “We love getting to know how our clients live and how they use their homes and, starting there, design something perfect for them.”

214.906.3380 | faganwhitedesign.com

@faganwhitedesign

HILLARY LITTLEJOHN STUDIO DESIGN

Hillary Littlejohn Studio Design creates beautiful and functional living spaces that enhance the human experience in a profound way. Listening to the client and understanding how the spaces will function is critical in creating dynamic environments. Littlejohn believes that her role is to guide and ensure the technical aspects of design are executed well, such as scale, proportion, and coherence. Good design can transcend and enable us to be our best selves.

214.775.0898 | hlsinteriordesign.com

@hlsinteriordesign

JOANIE WYLL AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

Joanie Wyll, ASID, a designer in Dallas for more than three decades, works with a sophisticated, discerning clientele. She draws inspiration wherever she goes, but gleans most of her ideas from her clients as she studies the way they live and the architectural detailing of their homes. This helps her create spaces that are uniquely tailored to them.

Wyll understands that her clients’ time and budget are of the utmost importance. Therefore, her process is geared to enhance the successful execution of each project within the client’s individual parameters. Wyll is known for clean lines and dramatic spaces. “I want to incorporate the client’s style so the result is a home they love,” Wyll says. “I love working with clients to make the vision they have materialize. The fun part is the interaction and witnessing their excitement as it all comes together.”

Joanie Wyll & Associates’ designs have been featured in numerous magazines, including Architectural Digest, and the firm has won more than 100 industry awards.

LARK INTERIORS

Lark Interiors’ principal designer, Janelle Patton, believes in creating spaces where kids can cartwheel and the dog is always welcome on the sofa.

Lark’s reputation for fun, comfortable, and timeless interiors is built on a style that incorporates traditional and modern touches, with punches of color and pattern. The team has a special love for boutique textiles and vintage elements that give their spaces a collected feel.

Focusing on residential design, Patton and her team assist clients at every step in the design process–from drafting architectural plans and providing new construction selections to creating failsafe build packets and selecting furniture. They are known for their attention to detail, providing clients with a reliable teammate throughout the construction process.

347.260.0691 | larkinteriorstx.com

@lark.interiors

LINDLEY ARTHUR INTERIORS

Lindley Arthur’s designs are as unique as her clients—a signature hallmark of her craft since she started her business inside Antique Row in 2008. “We really work hard to get to know our clients’ personalities and what they are drawn to, then bring that into the design,” she says. Clients have fallen in love with the clean-lined, beautiful antique pieces Arthur incorporates into projects, often found during her travels around the world. She believes a well-curated collection of old and new ultimately results in timeless interiors that have a fresh edge. “These pieces are something a client can keep forever and no one else will have,” she says. “Plus, adding pieces with a little age and patina make a room more interesting.”

Arthur and her team focus on residential projects in Dallas—primarily the Park Cities—and throughout Texas and beyond. In every project, Arthur and her team find ways to promote functionality without sacrificing beauty or comfort.

214.616.2582 | lindleyarthurinteriors.com

@lindleyarthurinteriors

PAMELA FITCH DESIGN

Pamela Fitch Design is a full-service residential design firm specializing in a fresh approach to classic design. As owner and designer, Pam Fitch is able to visualize key personality traits in her clients and translate that into timeless and elegant spaces. Her work features a relaxed style that is comfortable and practical, while maintaining a refined aesthetic. Fitch and her team take a hands-on, personal approach to each project. They prioritize having an organized and efficient design process for the homeowners and other design professionals who are involved in the project.

The firm believes that the success of a project is based on a space that truly represents the client.

214.864.9954 | pamelafitchdesign.com

@pamfitchdesign

RICHARD GORDON DESIGN

For more than three decades, Richard Gordon, Allied ASID, has been passionately dedicated to the ever-changing art of transforming homes and workspaces into personalized, unique, and inviting environments for his clients. His design approach focuses on the concept that a home should be reflective of the personalities and passions of the people that live there, allowing them to showcase the things they love.

Gordon works in a range of projects—from traditional to contemporary—across the country, from Houston to New York to Santa Fe. Each project is managed with the same level of detail and attention, from budget development to installation of the final design. Guiding each project is his motto: “Always classic, never trendy.”

214.336.6030 | richardgordondesign.com @richardgordondesign

STUDIO WHITE INTERIORS

Studio White Interiors is a full-service luxury design firm. Owners Liz Dauwe and Lisa Patton know a thing or two when it comes to luxury design. The two met and worked alongside each other for over 14 years at one of the most well-known, high-end hospitality firms in the world, Wilson Associates. While there, they traveled the world designing a wide range of private residences, resorts, and spas in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and Aspen to name a few. This experience gave them the skill to design to any specific client’s desire/style, not just their own personal preferences. Studio White Interiors does not have one design look— the team can do it all. They strive to incorporate livable, luxurious, durable products into your home and make it feel like your favorite resort—your own personal escape.

214.986.1334 | 214.215.7373 studiowhiteinteriors.com | @studiowhiteinteriors

TRACI CONNELL INTERIORS

Traci Connell Interiors, led by Traci Connell, is an award-winning and nationally published design firm based in Dallas. With more than 20 years of design experience and projects spanning the United States, her clean-lined look is sought after by clients seeking high-end interiors that are a true marriage of luxury and livability. The firm’s accessible team offers an individualized catalog of services customized to the lifestyle and personality of each client. They work closely with architects, builders, and artisans overseeing all of the intimate details of the design project to ensure the new build, renovation, or furnishings experience is exceptional. They believe a home should reflect its inhabitants, and the environments they curate display an individual aesthetic and intuitive elegance with a touch of the unexpected. Traci Connell Interiors has proudly been named a D Home Best Designer in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.

972.523.6157 | traciconnellinteriors.com

@traciconnellinteriors

ANNE WILLIAMS DESIGN

A residential design firm specializing in high end interior design.

info@anne-williams.com | anne-williams.com

@annewilliamsdesign

DEBRA STEWART INTERIOR DESIGN

For award-winning interior designer Debra Stewart, every project starts with architectural concepts and details. “A successful project is one in which the architecture, interior design, and the client’s lifestyle are integrated,” she says. Attention to details, precise space planning, and project management have earned Stewart high regard among her clients and peers, resulting in 19 consecutive years of being voted one of the Best Designers in Dallas by D Home magazine.

972.870.5300 | dstewartinteriors.com @dstewartinteriors

PULP DESIGN STUDIOS

With studios in Dallas, Seattle, and Los Angeles, Pulp Design Studios is a national design firm that defines clients’ personal styles and transforms their homes into spaces that feel uniquely personalized. The team at PULP works across the country, designing primary residences, pied-à-terres, and vacation homes. Founders Carolina Gentry and Beth Dotolo ensure Pulp’s insightful Splendid Living approach results in finished designs that beautiful and functional. Smart renovation and furnishings choices transform each room, resulting in artful homes that exude livable luxury and delightful surprises at every turn.

214.504.2606 | pulpdesignstudios.com

@pulpdesigns

JAMES EDWARD

AROUND TOWN

Life Happens Here

From traditional estates to contemporary homes, the Tatum Brown Custom Homes team is equipped to deliver exactly what you want, exactly how you want it. The vision for each home may be totally unique, but the commitment to fulfilling every single detail never wavers. tatumbrown.com

Palecek

Since 1974, PALECEK has been a respected wholesaler of handcrafted furniture, lighting, and accessories inspired by the beauty of nature. Their

exquisitely designed and expertly crafted pieces are customizable to suit the unique needs of residential or hospitality settings.

Dallas is lucky to have one of PALECEK’s seven domestic to-the-trade showrooms right here in the Design District. palecek.com

All About the Mix

Beautiful, classic furniture pieces are given the credit they are due. By mixing them with cleaner lines, mix of materials, and vintage pieces. Creating a curated look is what Kathy Adams

designers specialize in, working with your existing items. kathyadams.com

New Finishes

An industry leader in custom-designed organizational solutions for the whole home, California Closets introduces a composed palette of fine new finishes that express design sensibility and a deep commitment to exceptional quality. Created to appeal to customers’ diverse needs and personal styles, each element was chosen to stand on its own or layer harmoniously. Learn more at californiaclosets.com.

Bespoke Level Hardware

Since 1937, PIERCE HARDWARE has been recognized for unique displays of hardware, plumbing and lighting in DFW with one-of-a-kind items, curated designs and two award-winning showrooms. Pierce will educate and guide you in creating inspiring and harmonious spaces that promote wellbalanced living, increased functionality and lasting memories in your homes.

Watch our helpful tips

and advice videos at piercehardware.com.

Understated Elegance

Celebrating five years at the Dallas Design District, Christopher Peacock continues to provide the ultimate in bespoke cabinetry design and manufacturing. Visit their showroom to experience four complete kitchen spaces, a custom library, and media room, as well as a luxurious dressing room and bath—all exemplifying the brand’s hallmark of classic and understated elegant design. peacockhome.com

Clockwise from top left: Tatum Brown Custom Homes, PALECEK, Kathy Adams, California Closets, PIERCE HARDWARE, Christopher Peacock

Your Picnic

Soft Spot

hand-woven, hand-embroidered boucle and silk blanket served as our eclectic inspiration.

Grab & Go(urmet)

Craving a place to grab a quick bite or pick up an ingredient or two on her way home from work, Cindy Pedraza—co-founder of CocoAndré Chocolatier and Horchateria—developed the idea for Olmo Market. Opening this month in Oak Cliff’s Elmwood neighborhood, the hyperlocal grocery-restaurant will offer ready-to-eat vegan and vegetarian offerings (perfect for a picnic!), shelf-stable foods, produce, and household items. Similar in concept to Eatzi’s or Berkley’s M.K.T., Olmo will feature, according to Pedraza, “a little bit more affordability, and even more inclusivity.” —Nataly Keomoungkhoun

GET IT: 1 melamine platter, plate, and bowl (from $18/ Nicholson-Hardie)

2 cotton napkin ($9/ Nicholson-Hardie)

3 Los Encajeros “Gernika” placemat ($56/Madison)

4 acrylic puzzle ($90/CB2) 5 table tennis set ($157/ Nicholson-Hardie)

6 scalloped Iraca placemat ($36/Blue Print) 7 Famille Rose bowl ($218 for 12-piece set/ Williams Sonoma)

8 Tea Towel ($16/All Good Things) 9 Casa Granada placemat ($45/Ellis Hill)

10 “The Botanist” bowl ($50/ Nicholson-Hardie)

11 Sharland England napkin ($160 for set of four/Ellis HIll)

12 hand fan ($23/ Nicholson-Hardie)

13 dominoes (from $40/Cardinal Resin)

The Menu: Buffalo chick’n wrap

Potato salad

Chickpea tuna sandwich

Rosemary garlic foccacia

Banana pudding

Our recipe for a proper picnic: pretty serveware, fresh food, and some analog entertainment

This

No Bones About It

Artist Alexis Baker crafts these fully customizable domino sets right here in Dallas.

Dallas | Crested Butte shmarchitects.com