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Designers Unleashed Creativity shines bright at the Hampton Designer Showhouse
Hudson Valley Lighting’s Lansing LED pendants add industrial chic elegance to this kitchen designed by Gary Ciuffo Photography by Phillip Ennis Photography L AR GER T H AN LIGHT | WINTE R
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Hampton Designer Showhouse exterior Photo: Saunders.com
When the clients are away, the designers will play. Showhouses give designers full creative freedom to showcase their talents – and the 2014 Traditional Home Hampton Designer Showhouse was no exception. Located in Bridgehampton, New York, the 8 bedroom, 9.5 bath house built by Paramount Homes of the Hamptons was transformed last summer by 25 designers for the benefit of the local Southampton Hospital. Many designers used Hudson Valley Lighting® and other Littman Brands fixtures to make their dream designs a reality. Gary Ciuffo, CKD (Certified Kitchen Designer) and owner of Ciuffo Cabinetry, designed a bright and sunny kitchen using two of Hudson Valley’s Lansing LED pendants. Installed above the kitchen island, the pendants commanded attention with their vintage RLM-inspired silhouettes. “We set out to build an awardwinning kitchen that everyone could love,” said Ciuffo. “These pendants gave us that transitional and industrial flavor that fit perfectly into this environment.” Ciuffo’s goal for the kitchen was to create symmetry along with balance. Clean lines and white cabinetry added a crisp look, while pops of lime green set the tone for summer cheer. “We wanted the kitchen not only to be beautiful but fun and cheerful.” Across the room, the breakfast nook’s bay window offered a beautiful view overlooking the backyard. Ciuffo chose Hudson Valley’s Baldwin chandelier, with broad arms set at perpendicular angles topped by curvilinear shades, to hang above the seating area. “The shape, design and size of it fit perfectly into our breakfast nook,” said Ciuffo. Hudson Valley’s Lansing LED pendants above the kitchen island
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Some of Hudson Valley’s designs blending traditional styles with modern materials were also on display. On the second floor, the master bedroom designed by Tobi Fairley featured bold combinations of colors and patterns, as well as classic tailored furniture infused with modern glamour. Bright orange drapery and earthy, patterned wallpaper created a beautiful backdrop for Hudson Valley’s Andover pendant, a contemporary take on a classic hanging lantern in acrylic, along with two refined Claremont sconces. With bright green accents, the airy master bath by Elsa Soyars Design was illuminated by Hudson Valley’s Travis, an elegantly proportioned chandelier surrounded by a cut and polished cube of clear acrylic. Five Blythe sconces with textured, stacked glass were also installed within the large mirrors and in other sections of the master bath. Soyars mixed textures and luxurious fabrics, including a large green floor rug emblazoned with a jungle cat, to achieve this rich and inviting interior. Several of Hudson Valley’s portables and decorative flush mounts were also utilized throughout the showhouse. You could find Preston and Patterson in the “his” and “her” master walk-in closets, Thurston fixtures in the junior master walkin closet and Trumball in the laundry room – all designed by Ciuffo Cabinetry. The flush mounts were chosen for their low profile and discreet appearances, as well as their practicality. “They give you that Hollywood punch of light to make you feel fresh and awake when getting dressed,” said Ciuffo. Fixtures from Corbett Lighting and Troy Lighting also served as major focal points in the showhouse. Designer Lillian August chose Troy’s Uni pendant to add depth to her inviting living room. Inspired by marine life, Uni’s handworked iron quills made a stunning and sculptural statement. Last but not least, the Rinfret Group selected Corbett’s multi-faceted Argyle pendant for the entry, which reflected an elegant and refined look alongside tailored upholstery and classic pieces.
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With bold colors, patterns and textures, Tobi Fairley’s daring master bedroom is a beautiful backdrop for Hudson Valley’s acrylic Andover pendant
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Left: Hudson Valley’s Travis pendant shines bright in the airy master bath by Elsa Soyars Design Top right: Preston flush mounts inside the “his” master closet by Gary Ciuffo Bottom right: Blythe sconces in the master bath
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DESIGNER Q+A Gary Ciuffo, CKD and Owner of Ciuffo Cabinetry www.ciuffocabinetry.com Ciuffo Cabinetry has been in business for over a hundred years. Can you describe the history of your company? Our great-grandfather came to this country in 1907 and started our long history of Ciuffo woodworking. This business has been passed down through years of hands-on training from our great-grandfather to our grandfather, then to our late father, Gary Ciuffo, Ciuffo Cabinetry which brings us to present-day Ciuffo Cabinetry. This legacy influences us to continue the strength of well-designed, well-built and well-finished highend cabinetry and millwork. What was the biggest challenge in redesigning the Hampton Designer Showhouse kitchen? The challenge was creating symmetry along with balance. There was a large window I really wanted the builder to eliminate. After I stated my case and showed him in a design why it was important to eliminate the window, Paramount builders removed the window, which is now a Wolf microwave drawer and coffeemaker. With this major change, we were able to accomplish our design. You also designed three walk-in closets and the laundry room. How do you approach utilitarian lighting? I try to strike a balance between functional and elegant. You go into your closet for a reason – to look your best. Great lighting is a must in a closet. It first needs to be completely functional or else why build it? It next needs to be elegant. We all love elegance, especially when getting dressed to go out. Did the Hudson Valley Lighting fixtures you chose meet your expectations? Choosing the lighting was very easy. Our final selections met our expectations one hundred percent. We got constant great feedback from visitors with regards to our kitchen and our selections from Hudson Valley Lighting.
Troy Lighting’s sculptural Uni pendant adds explosive impact to the living room by Lillian August
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