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NATURAL MATERIALS + ARTISAN MADE

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CONTENTS

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D E S I G N D I S PAT C H The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.

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AS TOLD TO Three couples sound oﬀ on the collaborative nature of architectural interiors.

A R C H I T E C T U R A L LY S P E A K I N G An exploration of the changing tides of residential design.

NEWSWORTHY Disrupted vertical detailing keeps things interesting in the home.

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M AT E R I A L Tiles with pretty palettes and artistic flair come into focus.

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TREND Luxe pauses to celebrate the American library and its wealth of inspiration.

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SPOTLIGHT A side-by-side study on how form, finish and material make all the diﬀerence.

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K I TC H E N + B AT H Beautiful bar vignettes are the latest focal point for homeowners.

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THE REPORT Color is more personal than ever, as evidenced by the contemplative combinations of the day.

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Into the Site

Warm Welcome

New Dimensions

Fresh Alternative

Unique architecture melds a Dallas abode with its striking locale.

Colorful interiors mark a sunny new beginning for a Houston family.

A trailblazing Austin artist reimagines portrait paintings as 3D works.

Hints of pattern and shades of blue help an Austin client feel at home.

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TIME TO GET OUTSIDE EASE OF LIVING As outdoor living environments continue to rival those indoors, designers are on the lookout for dependable, genuine and innovative furnishings. Enter, Lloyd Flanders, the heirloom-quality outdoor furniture manufacturer on a mission to enhance homeowners’ lives. With impeccable workmanship, timeless style and unmatched comfort, Lloyd Flanders’ furniture achieves this goal, seamlessly. Made from materials that look as good as they last, each collection is handcrafted from the company’s Lloyd Loom® wicker fabric, woven vinyl or teak—and never burrs, cracks or peels.

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As we emerge from the pandemic, we’ve all felt the need to be more inspired, by both big ideas and small pleasures. That led me to create a sketchbook filled with some observations on home and living. I’m sharing a page here that’s influenced by stories from this issue. I hope that you, too, will find your creative spark.

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Designing private jets at Gulfstream and assisting in creating Gulfstream’s global design centers are just two of Ashton Taylor Oberhauser’s many accomplishments. “The job entailed extensive interaction with the world’s top entrepreneurs,” she says. “Being surrounded by such inspirational people pushed me to want to build something of my own.” Through Ashton Taylor Interiors, she now works to give her clients what she describes as “a curated backdrop to an enhanced lifestyle.” Here are few of her top design finds for doing just that. ashtontaylorinteriors.com

REEVES ART + DESIGN Favorite find: Modern Fredrik Kayser Teak Cane and Leather Strapping Rocking Chair Why she loves it: “Vintage, teak, mohair and cane. Need I say more? ”

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Katy-based designer Veronica Solomon of Casa Vilora Interiors has been turning heads with her bold, unique and richly layered interiors. Hoping to get to the heart of her enviable style and talent, we recently caught up with Solomon—whose daughter, Courtney Morris, is the firm’s office manager—and quickly learned that she is a mover and a shaker with no plans of slowing down. The selfdescribed “classic maximalist” discussed her aesthetic and inspiration with Luxe. veronicasolomon.com What is your background? I grew up in Jamaica and moved to the United States in 1996. I began my career in banking and customer service and then decided to change course and pursue interior design. I am self-trained and founded my firm in 2007. Describe your look. My personal design aesthetic is classic maximalism. My signature design aesthetic is layered and luxe with bold colors, lots of pattern play and great textural mix. For me, leopard print is a neutral What makes your work unique? It’s very nuanced and detailed, allowing both the rooms and clients’ personalities to shine through. I steer away from the status quo and what’s popular and trendy. Rooms should get better the more time you spend inside them. What inspires you? Nature. I love its gorgeous landscapes, beautiful plant life, colorful birds—and interpret that in my work in many ways. I strive to layer colors, patterns and textures as they are in nature.

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WHO: Based in Dallas, Lindsey Meyer of Lindsey Meyer Art + Design Co. is a woman of many talents. Not only a sought-after studio artist and rug designer, she also helps clients decorate and style their homes and spaces. In addition, her popular and highly curated Instagram feed brings Meyer’s signature feminine and stylish aesthetic to the masses and keeps her many followers coming back for more. WHAT: Meyer shares photos of her art and rugs installed in a way she hopes will resonate with her followers when designing their own homes. She also shares new releases plus how to make them come alive with the aim of bringing her fans joy through interior design. WHY: Meyer strives to help others see the importance of beauty in each of our lives, creating a joyful feed inspiring others to create a personal and lovely space for themselves and those they love. IN HER WORDS: “It’s amazing anyone can start a business and share their voice, style and creations with the world. I love most the ability to connect with followers and hear what they are enjoying and interested in seeing. Instagram has also been a way for me to connect with other inspiring artists who have become my friends.”

MUST SEE Plan a visual escape to the art exhibit “Wonderspaces” in Austin and keep your camera at the ready as you immerse yourself in the show’s rotating curation of 13 interactive works by various artists. Highlights include Squidsoup’s Submergence— comprised of 8,064 individual points of light visitors walk through (right)—and Memo Atken’s Body Paint, which plays on our natural instinct to express ourselves through movement and dance. “Wonderspaces” president Jason Shin wanted to bring art to people who don’t normally frequent museums or galleries, so he opened the first location in California in 2017 with the added objective of helping viewers connect with art and each other, while also creating shared understanding through shared experiences. “Wonderspaces” is now well on its way to achieving those goals, with locations in four cities across the country including the approximately 28,000-square-foot space in Austin. austin.wonderspaces.com

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Ben and Susan Work Homework, San Francisco

SW: At first, we were both skeptical about working together. Ben had a new architecture career, but in my interior design practice, I had a desperate need I knew he could fill. For some time he toggled between two jobs. After a while, we asked ourselves: “Are we really going to do this—be married and work together?” We are so aligned in terms of vision, narrative and goals for the client, that in the end it was effortless. BW: We respond to our clients’ needs and desires, but we are known for a soft minimalism—or, in some ways, a feminine brutalism. SW: I’d be the “feminine” in that phrase. There’s a tension that we think makes projects so exciting—it’s when opposing forces meet. Generally, Ben is more of a minimalist and prefers less adornment. Though I appreciate that, as a designer I like to get in and mess things up a bit. In the end, we value and find meaning in each other’s perspective, and it balances things out.

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BW: At work, we don’t have disagreements; it’s more like a merging of ideas. We might have two competing thoughts, but by hashing it out, they eventually merge into one. It’s more of a push and pull than a conflict, and it leads to the best ideas for sure. The end product is so much richer, and more filled with surprise and unexpected elements. SW: We both like to be strategic about lighting, and we always agree on unconventionally shaped rugs, streaky dramatic shadows, sculptural wall art and travertine. BW: She usually wants to put a banquette in every room, and because it’s an architectural intervention in interior design, I agree.

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HF: We met in a park in Washington, D.C. She had a Dalmatian, and I love dogs, so I said hello. In truth, I was smitten. A year later, she walked into the architecture office where I was working as a new employee. I was dumbfounded and remembered her after all that time MF: I really didn’t remember him! But we became fast friends. We had a lot in common from the get-go, especially both being architects, and we ended up dating, then marrying and then moving to Los Angeles.

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HF: We both have a fascination with Los Angeles architecture and its spirit of experimentation and indoor-outdoor living. MF: I was born on the island of Mallorca, and the Spanish approach to architecture resonates here—it’s a natural, Mediterranean feeling.

HF: We seek simplicity. We hew to stylistically simple solutions that have informal derivations and a quiet aesthetic signature. MF: We begin a project by looking at a client’s rituals. We are more interested in what they do every day, and what they appreciate about their daily moments.

HF: Our process is collaborative. We come up with an idea together and pursue it. Married friends ask us how we do it without arguing, and I tell them that when we’re working we never disagree. MF: We have skills that complement each other. Hunter is good at committing to a concept or idea, and never steering away from it. I am good at spatial interactions and interventions.

HF: At home, Mariapaz doesn’t want anything in the house that is not beautiful. So, the simplest elements can become a project. We had a plastic Brita pitcher, and we wanted something more attractive, so it became a search for the most beautiful glass pitcher in the world. MF: It is hard not to work 24/7. We try to have non-work time, but work does permeate everything we do. To us, it is all one life.

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Heide Hendricks and Rafe Churchill Hendricks Churchill, Connecticut

HH: We are both from the same town, Woodbury, Connecticut. We met at my parents’ house—my family was building a rock wall, and Rafe heard about it and showed up one day. We knew of each other’s families, but we went to different high schools, and we never met before that day. We both moved to New York City a year later and started dating, and we’ve now been married for 25 years.

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HH: When it comes to style, I’d say he’s more adventurous, and bolder with colors. I’m bold when putting things together; like hanging a Renaissance painting next to a modern Abstract Expressionist painting. RC: I’d say we are on the same page. After 25 years, we can walk into an antique shop, and she will be able to pick out exactly the things I like.

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RC: In college, I majored in sculpture and architecture. But my whole family was in construction, so I grew up in construction— I came to design work as a tradesperson. In New York, I started working on renovations of galleries and loft apartments. HH: I was working in publicity for art museums. But Rafe and I were buying homes, fixing them up and selling them on the side—that’s how we first started working together. It was my hobby before it became my full-time job. RC: In 2003, we got our first opportunity to work together on a project for someone else. It was what we called the “New Farmhouse” in Sharon, Connecticut. Heide joined me officially halfway through that project as an interior designer. A lot of firms offer just architecture or just interior design—and working with another firm can be a careful dance, making sure you don’t step on any toes and that you are speaking the same language. We have the advantage of speaking the same language.

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ago—one stone on top of the other. We’re lucky as design professionals, not just because it’s an active market, but because it’s an exciting time of innovation in material development and production.” Energizing her outlook of late, Schicketanz has partnered with several like-minded prefab home companies on executing her designs. As opposed to trucking in materials and labor, the approach cuts time, energy and a staggering amount of construction waste. “Producing highly customized homes offsite,” she says, “is really the future.”

A home in Tennessee by Bobby McAlpine and Greg Tankersley boasts a connecting barn that doubles as a play area for grandchildren and an easily convertible party space.

In a sea of change, authenticity’s stronghold sets a reassuring undertone. Extended time at home “has taught us what serves us as a friend,” says McAlpine. “Decades ago, we were building houses that we learned to want whereas now, people are asking what the truth is about their life.” Adds Tankersley, “Clients are designing forever homes. I don’t think you can build more green than that.”

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A strange thing happened this past year: Nobody visited. Stripped of show and distilled to domesticity, slowly, home began to look a bit different. If you ask architecture partners Bobby McAlpine and Greg Tankersley, it began to look like a country house. “I’ve found that people transfer more of their hearts to their second residence,” explains McAlpine. “A primary home asks, ‘How do I present myself to the world?’ Whereas the second home is all-eyes-off. It’s the truth.” Arguing the shift, the architects cite growing requests for insular amenities like spirited-away offices, accessory dwellings devoted to health and hobby, and outdoor rooms. In the same thread, they’ve observed a return to country home traditions of yesteryear in a departure from open-concept floor plans to “destination kitchens” and defined dining rooms, and in a fresh emphasis on workhorses like mud rooms and cloak rooms. For Tankersley, “beautiful, casual spaces that speak of humility” crystallize the mood switch. “I don’t think anybody finds ego attractive anymore,” he adds. With e-design now de facto, it’s an interesting time for realizing these shifting ideals of luxury. Architect Peter Pennoyer offers a robust menu of in-house services, from virtual renderings that allow, say, finish sampling under different lighting exposures, to 3D-printed resin models that are accurate down to exterior brick count. The final tier? Virtual reality, a custom, hyper-realistic model in the cloud that clients access via headset, allowing them to “visit” and further specify their home before ground breaks. The technology has proved valuable on the back end, too. “During Covid, we’ve had meetings between our Manhattan office and our engineers in Connecticut where we’re all ‘together’ in a house in Florida, slapping Post-it notes on a virtual wall,” he laughs. “I think it challenges us to do things that are even more special for each project.” Technology is also fighting climate change. In California, architect Mary Ann Schicketanz has been championing sustainability for decades. Net-zero principles are as integral to her practice as permits, yet looking forward, she says, will require a more radical stance. “We build the same way we did 5,000 years

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Located in southern Ontario and designed by architecture firm Partisans, Fold House bends into the contours of a hillside through its wave-like wood-and-steel structure, representing the current trend toward curves and organic shapes in residential design.

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Manhattan architecture-engineering firm edg’s custom interior wall panels and coverings—the first to be designed entirely by Artificial Intelligence—utilize a client’s design preferences and complex technology to offer endless options of visually compelling surfaces.

“I don’t think this is a flash in the pan,” says Josephson. “The more people see that this is achievable, the more people are going to want it and pursue it.” Creating surfaces with an interesting and compelling presence is exactly what Manhattan architecture-engineering firm edg is doing with its new customizable interior wall applications. While leveraged through 3D printing and AI technology, the firm oﬀers “organic forms” consumers wouldn’t traditionally find in a contemporary box-like apartment building. “Living in a very ornamental city,” says the firm’s founder, John J. Meyer, “there is a natural desire to be creative when construction is extremely limited to brick and concrete.” Using hundreds of thousands of permutations from one algorithm to create these patterns, the options are limitless when it comes to creating wavelike, fluted or densely repeating patterns. This reinvigorated biomimicry reminds us that as humans we crave a connection to nature, and as interest in sustainability grows, the future will always be organic. “No one can deny in these designs that there’s dynamism and movement,” says Josephson. “The things we celebrate most, even in classical art, are decidedly organic.”

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It’s no coincidence that fluted, linear designs are making a major comeback. Often visible on surfaces and architectural details—think interior walls, exterior siding, stairwells and furnishings with wood grains—architects and designers say the undulating design is a nod to nature, offering a soothing, pleasing effect that’s right for the times. “Many believe the art you hang on the wall is what gives a home character,” says architect Kevin Alter of Alterstudio Architects. “However, I believe architecture allows walls to have their own charisma and not just as a kind of neutral surface, but actually something that has presence. I think that is powerful.” The oscillating details create a sense of coziness—akin to hygge— and standout visual appeal, especially when applied to wood materials, Alter explains. Similarly, Jonathan Friedman of Torontobased architecture studio Partisans says these striking applications allude to the modernism movement. “It’s a mashup—a lot of different eras are resurfacing right now,” he says. “By looking back and resynthesizing them, we can actually reinvigorate the architecture of today.” The firm’s Fold House project in southern Ontario, which showcases an undulating pool house structure enveloped into the side of a hill, puts the modern organic concept front and center. Cofounder Alex Josephson says that as these sculptural forms become more accessible, they grow more popular in the residential world.

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Designer Jennifer Bunsa aims for each project to be distinct. “I like for the personality of my clients to shine through—it should really be all about them,” she explains. When the time came to renovate a residence in Connecticut for homeowners in the food and wine industry, devoting a separate area in the house to a beautiful bar was agreed upon from the outset. jenniferbunsa.com Where is the bar located in the house? The renovated room you see here is actually a connector between two historic structures that date back to 1790. It’s really the first thing you see when you walk in the front door. I wanted the shiplap to echo the exterior of the old farmhouse while the reclaimed beams nod to original wooden posts unearthed during building. How is this spot used? Because of the homeowners’ line of work, we wanted to craft a special space for pouring beautiful wine and stirring cocktails—this is important to them. The wife also makes coffee here each morning, sits down and has a moment to herself after the children go to school. I like to think this nook provides a calming influence at any time of the day. Talk to us about the materials. The idea was to create contrast within the room but to keep it elevated with warmer tones and textures like the charred pine cabinetry, striking marble surfaces and unlacquered brass hardware, which is used throughout the home. I worked closely with Amuneal on the design and they completely understood the vision! In Weston, Connecticut, Jennifer Bunsa incorporated a Vola faucet, Miele coffee maker and Sub-Zero wine refrigerator into the bar space she designed with Amuneal, which features charred pine cabinetry and brass detailing. Benjamin Moore’s Simply White decorates the walls; the leather chairs are by Bassam Fellows.

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Master fabricators Amuneal do it all—from creating doors and stairways to designing sleek kitchens and closets—but the brand’s sophisticated bar configurations are truly top of the line. CEO Adam Kamens discusses what goes into creating these polished vignettes. amuneal.com Make the bar specific to the space. It’s common to see these areas against a wall but Jennifer Bunsa took a look at every angle in her project and created a beautiful combination with mounted, see-through shelving that incorporates the rest of the home. Consider the finishes. Texture is very important and can actually create depth and warmth within a space. Shou sugi ban was used here, and we actually take the wood and char it, creating a very tactile effect. Fabricate a focal point. Concealed bars used to be very popular but now people are really embracing these elegant schemes and making them an anchor of the room. Mix up shelving. Amuneal offers open and closed storage, as shown here. Sometimes you want to hide the mess. Doors can create a nice weight, while open shelving adds airiness.

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Inspired by the meeting of the sun and the moon, Rohl’s Eclissi Kitchen Faucet collection offers a touch of modernity for the most functional room in the home. The pieces showcase a bespoke approach with a large assortment of handle combinations, spout designs and finish options. Shown is the Satin Nickel U-Spout with a Satin Nickel and Satin Gold handle. houseofrohl.com

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Looking for a caffeine boost? The Built-in 24-inch Coffee Maker from Fisher & Paykel provides a streamlined, seamless aesthetic with all the latest bells and whistles. Program the machine to memorize your favorite order and start up at the same time each morning. The touch display holds data on refills, cleaning and maintenance. fisherpaykel.com

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A longtime customer of P.E. Guerin, the country’s oldest hardware firm, designer Jeffrey Bilhuber knew who to call when he wanted to see his hardware vision come to life. While an antique cut-glass knob was the original starting point, the result rendered all facets of the hardware in metal for a dazzling effect. The suite includes No. 78771 Faceted Pull and No. 78740 Faceted Door Knob, shown below. peguerin.com

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Working with architect Garrett P. Nelson, designer Jolee Fennebresque chose a Brizo faucet, Niermann Weeks chandelier and RH pendants for this bar room in Charlotte, North Carolina. A custom paint color from Eastway Paints and art by Sarah Helser from Hidell Brooks Gallery completes the look.

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Jolee Fennebresque of Fennebresque Interiors knew that a moody statement bar was on her client’s must-have list for her new-build home in Charlotte, North Carolina. But it wasn’t until Fennebresque saw the Tropical Storm Quartzite at the stone yard that the scheme started to take shape: the honey tones of the countertops

complement a custom brown-black paint color, setting the ideal backdrop for the art adorning the walls. To add warmth, she opted for brass detailing unifying the hardware, lighting, sink and faucet. The end result is a master class in balancing elements to achieve a glam but livable space. fennebresqueinteriors.com

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KEEP COOL Designed for total flexibility, the innovative 24-inch Undercounter Convertible Drawer Refrigerator by Signature Kitchen Suite allows users to toggle between several temperature zones depending on what they need at the time. The six modes include pantry, fridge, bar, seafood, meat or freezer and can be instantly changed from -7° F to 50° F to accommodate grocery store purchases. Plus, Wi-Fi connectivity on the SKS app allows you to manage it all remotely from your phone. signaturekitchensuite.com

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EASY ACCESS Known for its amazing wine preservation systems, Dacor has added to its offerings with the 24-inch Integrated Wine Dispenser, shown in the new Graphite Stainless Steel finish. Using Argon gas technology, the latest model can store up to 4 bottles in dual temperature zones and keep the contents fresh for 60 days without the loss of flavor or aroma. dacor.com

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Color is personal and visceral, the perfect hue as cosseting as a cashmere wrap. Just ask designer Danielle Balanis, who swathed the walls of her office in an uplifting sage green and the ceilings in a sunny paisley wallpaper. Formerly the shadowy basement of her Mountain Brook, Alabama residence, Balanis made it her mission to imbue the newly crafted work-from-home space with optimism and inspiration, relying on garden-fresh tones and her collections of cherished artworks and antiques. “The colors are healing,” she says. “It’s my cocoon of creativity. I come down here, get lost and find my groove.”

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“Mustard is my number one, go-to color,” effuses designer Danielle Balanis. As testament, buffalo check portieres, Schumacher’s Katara paisley wallpaper on the ceiling and gimp fabric trimming the millwork bring a cheerful disposition to her otherwise deep green office space. daniellebalanis.com

Raised between Istanbul and Washington, D.C., interior designer Sara Bengur has a unique perspective on color associations. Luxe caught up with Bengur in the vibrant family room of a Manhattan client to hear her hot take on hue. sarabengur.com Where does a palette begin? I start by going to my clients’ homes with a giant bag full of fabrics, paint samples and carpets. I tell them to choose textures and colors they like— no stress, no ‘where would it go?’—just pure instinct. The pile they create becomes my starting point. Tell us about this room. The inspiration was the Proportio Exhibit at Palazzo Fortuny at the Venice Biennale, which my clients had seen and loved. In Venice, you notice lots of layers and rich colors. The room faces east onto a courtyard, so I felt using warmer tones of red and orange would ground the space. Advice for the color-shy? There’s a big difference between vegetable and commercial dyes. One thing I’ve found is that if you stick with natural vegetable dyes, and combine similar tones, you don’t get that unnecessary stimulation.

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What shades bring you comfort? Growing up in Turkey and vacationing in the Mediterranean, it was layers of ochre, terra-cotta and turquoise—whereas blue and green are the calming colors of the west. I find it fascinating that different cultures have different views on what nurtures. Where are you drawing inspiration lately? Anywhere! It could be an artwork or a great dress. The other night, I was watching the movie Luxor, and spied this Egyptian ferry painted in the most beautiful patterns of blue, red and peach. I had to pause and snap a picture. I’ll probably end up incorporating it somewhere.

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Naturalistic, multifaceted color compositions distinguish the rug collections developed by Christopher Farr in collaboration with British designer Gregory Parkinson. This year, ‘Intertwine,’ a new range defined by space-dyed yarns yielding dimensional color effects, joins the inaugural collection, ‘Woven,’ sampled here in Color Weave Kilim in Mauve Straw and Beach Weave in Ocean Jade. Each rug is made-to-order in Mirzapur, India, with the ability to customize across hue, construction, size and style. christopherfarr.com

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PERFECT COCKTAIL “People think of our work as colorful, but if you actually look it’s quite neutral and restrained in a way,” insists designer Beata Heuman. Take for instance this London snug, where orange tigers prance across the walls and a theatrically canopied azure sofa stares down a moss green rug. Somehow, the tone is serene. “Generally, I do neutral backdrops with flashes of color where you wouldn’t expect it,” explains Heuman, whose whimsical portfolio shines in her new book, Every Room Should Sing. “In this room, the traditional order would have been plain walls and pattern on the furniture, so we tried to invert that.”

Another trick: Using the same white paint across a home’s ceilings and woodwork, a move she deems “really important to tying things together.” Heuman credits her philosophy to a deep-seated passion for art, citing Vermeer’s color mastery in particular as aspiration. “Think of his paintings. They’re all dark and neutral, and then you’ll spot these flashes—a white collar, a red lip.” Similarly, “every room needs a pop of color,” she says. “Here, it’s the red beak of the bird on the pillow, and I have to say, that pillar box red is great. If a room doesn’t feel quite vibrant enough, adding a tiny splash of it can really lift things.” beataheuman.com

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“I’ve been known to decorate in blues and whites with natural touches, but lately, I’m in a whirlwind of devotion to pinks, greens and corals. I’m working on a London flat in those tones—dreaming of it now!” –AMANDA LINDROTH

“I’m governed by haute couture, and by the jewel tones and geometric energies found in nature. Admittedly, I’m an unapologetic maximalist, but I don’t believe in going bold ‘just because.’ ” –COREY DAMEN JENKINS Hidden Sapphire Paint / benjaminmoore.com. Game Show Fabric in Teal by Mulberry Home / leejofa.com. Custom Inlay / cbhardwoodfloors.com. Birds Tapestry Wallcovering / fschumacher.com. Zuqualla Tape in Multi/Gold / leejofa.com. Cotswold Thumb Latch in Burnished Brass / armacmartin.com.

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Southfield Green Paint / benjaminmoore.com. China Moonshell Fringe / samuelandsons.com. Melon Batik Fabric in New Jungle on Tint / quadrillefabrics.com. Cypres Faux Wood Wallcovering / nobilis.fr. Violet Snail Pull in Antique Gilt / charlesedwards.com. Terrazzo Tile in Verde / balineum.com.

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“I’m drawn to masculine colors and materials juxtaposed in surprising yet classic combinations. I love deep browns and blues, and rarely use cool tones. If I bring in a gray or a white, it has to be warm.” –DAVID FRAZIER Tanner’s Brown Paint / farrow-ball.com. Reclaimed Longleaf Heart Pine in Chalk / thehudsonco.com. Venimeuses Fabric in Nuit / pierrefrey.com. Toscana Braided Leather Cord in Hazelnut / samuelandsons.com. No 6071 Flush Ring Pull in Polished Nickel / nanz.com. Horsehair Wallcovering in Clydesdale / phillipjeffries.com.

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GRASS ROOTS DESIGNER BENNETT LEIFER SHARES THE QUARANTINE COLOR JOURNEY THAT MADE HIM LOVE HIS APARTMENT AGAIN. AS TO L D TO G R AC E BE ULE Y HUN T

My dad worked in finance, but he was very artistic. When I was a child, we’d spend weekends at the tiki bar in my grandparents’ basement painting and drawing. In college, I studied art history (as well as business), and I’ve always admired landscapes in particular. There’s this pensive, thoughtful quality to oil paintings that I love staring at—something about those rich, botanical greens. Which brings us to Covid. I had become a bit of a workaholic, rolling out of bed, crawling into sweatpants, going to the computer, and before I knew it, the day was done. I was looking for a hobby, and I thought, ‘Why not try oil painting?’ I did a ton of research, ordered my materials, and set out for the park near my apartment. I have to tell you, it was … truly embarrassing. There I was setting up the easel with an instruction manual, dabbing at my painter’s palette. At first there was this fear of judgment, but pushing through that fear to the other side was really wonderful. As the weather grew cold, I came inside and realized I needed a dedicated space for my hobby. Rekindling my love of botanical green, I began refreshing my apartment, starting in

the living room where I got rid of my enormous dining table (since I haven’t been entertaining at scale), adding a tea table for meals and artwork in its place. Then, I began pulling in threads of green scattered through my home. My favorite decorative screen—a gift from deGournay—used to sit in the foyer where I never saw it. Now, it anchors the space. Similarly, I had a beautiful Tai Ping carpet in my bedroom, where it’s wonderful, sweeping pattern of green and blue was hidden under a mattress. Now, I enjoy it every day. I added plants and reconceived my art collection. You know those moments when you just feel chic at home? The other night, I was FaceTiming with a friend, drinking from a green Baccarat glass, and I thought, ‘I feel chic!’ And I think it’s because I’m living in color. Green is amazing: It’s that perfect lagoon water, that perfect emerald jewel, that perfect eye color. There are these few tones of green that just make me smile. bennettleifer.com

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Introducing the 2021 LUXE Awards honoring excellence excellence,, innovation and the best residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects across the country. country

Meet the Judges Luxe Interiors + Design invited design professionals from across the country to compete in the 2021 Luxe RED Awards, recognizing residential excellence in design. After receiving more than 1,000 entries, a panel of industry experts selected regional winners across 10 categories. Winners then competed for national recognition, and the public’s favorite projects vied for our Readers’ Choice awards. Meet the judges below, and turn the page to view this year’s winners.

Alessandra Branca

Gale Singer

Marc Appleton

DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, BRANCA, INC.

FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, CIRCA LIGHTING

FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL, APPLETON PARTNERS LLP – ARCHITECTS

Internationally celebrated for interiors with an inviting flair, Alessandra Branca has a classicism running through her veins. Branca blends color, pattern and texture with an abundant sense of joy, a little wink, and the wisdom to make it all work in perfect harmony. The hallmark of any Branca interior is authenticity—reverence for quality craftsmanship, finely-tuned proportion and scale, rigorous attention to detail and a focus on the individual client. Whether she’s creating a family beach house, a Park Avenue pied-à-terre, a sailboat or a private club, Branca delivers a distinct point of view—and a deep understanding of how we want to live, wherever we find ourselves.

As the quintessential reseller of Visual Comfort & Co. family of brands, Circa Lighting is the premier resource for top-tier lighting products. Since 1998 when Gale Singer opened the first showroom in Savannah, Georgia, her business acumen has afforded the company broad renown among the design community and sustained growth, including product collaborations with design elites such as Chapman & Myers, Thomas O’Brien, Alexa Hampton, Suzanne Kasler and Kelly Wearstler. Singer was the 2020 recipient of the New York School of Interior Design’s Larry Kravet Design Industry Innovation Award. She remains committed to beautiful design and a brilliant customer experience.

Marc Appleton received a B.A. honors degree in English from Harvard College, and a Master of Architecture degree from The Yale School of Architecture. His work has received many awards from the American Institute of Architects and other organizations and has been widely published. He has won the Westweek Star of Design Lifetime Achievement Award, the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art’s Ross Awards Board of Directors Honor, and he was the first recipient of the Design Leadership Network’s Design Leadership Award. A native of California and Arizona, he is a founding member of the Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch Foundation in Arizona and the Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art in San Diego.

Mark D. Sikes

Stephen Elrod

Pamela Jaccarino

INTERIOR DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, MARK D. SIKES INC.

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, LEE JOFA AND BRUNSCHWIG & FILS

VICE PRESIDENT AND EDITOR IN CHIEF, LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN

Mark D. Sikes is an esteemed interior designer and tastemaker working on projects throughout the United States. He is known for all-American sensibilities and a fresh take on classical aesthetics. Sikes has a talent for creating beautiful and timeless interiors that embody an indoor/outdoor lifestyle. His rooms for the Kips Bay Show House in New York, Greystone in Beverly Hills, the Southern Living Show House in Birmingham and the Coastal Living Show House in Newport have been much celebrated. His first book, Beautiful, was a New York Times bestseller and his new book from Rizzoli, More Beautiful, debuted in September 2020.

A native of Southern Indiana, Stephen Elrod graduated from Indiana University and practiced as a residential interior designer before shifting to design trade showrooms and retail stores. His passion for interiors and product design form the backbone of his four-decade career, which includes positions with Baker, Knapp & Tubbs in Chicago, F. Schumacher & Company in New York, and Kravet, Inc., where he was asked to be Creative Director of Lee Jofa. Upon the acquisition of Brunschwig & Fils by Kravet in 2011, Elrod became Executive Vice President, Creative Director overseeing their design studios and guiding the venerable houses of Lee Jofa and Brunschwig & Fils.

A native New Yorker, Pamela Jaccarino is the founding editor in chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, the largest residential architecture and design brand in the country, a position she has held since 2005. Jaccarino has been instrumental in the growth of the brand and continues to champion its fresh vision and evolution. She also frequently lectures on design-related topics. Prior to joining Sandow in 2002, she was an executive editor with the LVMH Group.

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1 . ANNABODE C O L O R A D O

The design team grounded this open and airy Denver home with vintage furniture, handwoven wool rugs and statement pieces from local artisans, including Denver aerial photographer Evan Anderman. Windows surrounding an interior courtyard let in a flood of light in this inviting Houston home. The formal living room features a vaulted ceiling accented by an ethereal Tara Shaw plaster chandelier. 3 . LINDSAY GER BER INTER IOR S S A N F R A N C I S C O

For a San Francisco home designed in collaboration with Forma Construction, a mix of high-end materials like Venetian plaster and durable fabrics combined to create a family-friendly space. 4 . OWNBY DESIGN A R I Z O N A

Douglas-fir ceilings are carried from the interiors to the exterior to reinforce this Paradise Valley, Arizona, residence’s connection to the outdoors. Textiles, rugs and lighting contribute to the organic ambience. 5 . LUCAS P A C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Along with Hill Construction Company, the team renovated this cliffside La Jolla, California, house, working with materials, such as limestone, bronze and terrazzo, inspired by the coastal wildlife. 6 . ER IN SANDER DESIGN D A L L A S + F O R T W O R T H

A neutral palette and expansive windows give this Dallas dwelling a bright and inviting feel ideal for family gatherings and intimate areas for daily living. 7 . AMTOWER INTER IOR + DESIGN S O U T H E A S T

To create a light and soothing atmosphere in this Atlanta home, the team replaced existing floors with white oak, stripped away moldings and turned to materials like alpaca linen drapery and silk velvet pillows.

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photos: annabode: brandon lopez. marie flanigan interiors: julie soefer. lindsay gerber interiors: christopher stark. ownby design: digitography by dino. lucas: aaron leitz. erin sander design: nathan schroder photography. amtower interior + design: sarah dorio.

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brad ford id: evan joseph. denise morrison interiors: shade degges. nicole white designs interiors: kris tamburello. magni kalman design: manolo langis. amy carman design: ryan hainey. international designers by rita chraibi: barry grossman. marcus mohon interiors: peter vitale.

This New York residence features a combination of contemporary and iconic furniture pieces that complement the design ethos of architect Jean Nouvel and interior architect Thierry Despont. 9 . DENISE MOR R ISON INTER IO R S SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Alongside Devco Homes and architect Bill Guidero, the team selected textured materials to create this organic yet sophisticated space in Corona Del Mar, California. A palette of ivory, black and wood walks the line between rustic and modern. 1 0 . NICOLE WHITE DESIGNS IN T ER I OR S PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D

Monochromatic colors bring a modern edge to this Coconut Grove, Florida, condo while serving as the perfect backdrop for a bold art collection and two green sofas in the living room. 1 1 . MAGNI KALMAN DESIGN L O S A N G E L E S

In this Corona Del Mar, California, residence, walls of glass slide open to a central courtyard complete with water feature, 50-yearold bonsai tree and a digital art installation by Jennifer Steinkamp.

1 2 . AMY CAR MAN DESIGN C H I C A G O Rustic refinement abounds in a Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin lodge. Glass, steel and fieldstone are accented by rift-sawn white oak-clad walls that tie the home into the surrounding landscape. 1 3 . I N T E R N AT I O N A L D E S I G N E R S BY R I TA C H R A I B I M I A M I

Overlooking Biscayne Bay, this Miami abode aims to harmonize high fashion with interior design. Blue tones and graphic patterns by Kenzo Takada complement water views. 1 4 . MAR CU S MOHON INTER IOR S AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Located just outside of Aspen, Colorado, this sleek home perched on the edge of a gorge was designed to embrace the views while the organic materials palette lends warmth.

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1 . G L E N DA E V E RS DE S IG N A R I Z O N A

A dark, dated Tuscan-style Scottsdale, Arizona, abode received a modern refresh in record time. Over the course of just three months, the design team brought in all new furnishings to create bright and family-friendly spaces. 2 . M OT IF D E S IGN SO LUTIO NS , LLC COLORADO

Updates to the floor plan allow for greater connectivity between living spaces, while rich leather, tribal textures and black-stained walls and millwork transform this Tudor-style Ken Caryl, Colorado, home into a modern-day castle.

3 . P U RS L E Y D IXON F O RD INTE RIO R DE S IG N SOUTHEAST

Designed by architect Martin Boyer in 1931, the renovation of this Charlotte, North Carolina, abode aimed to make spaces more inviting. Dark rooms were brightened with a palette of ivory, blue and gray, while heavy window treatments were replaced with whimsical printed linen draperies. 4 . D E N IS E M ORRIS O N INTE RIO RS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Taking cues from the Spanish Colonial architecture and seaside locale of this San Clemente, California, dwelling, the team selected natural flooring and patterned and textured pieces, like the vintage pillows in the primary bedroom. 5 . A L E X IN T E RIO RS , INC . H O U S T O N

Modern steel windows and custom white-oak flooring contribute to this Houston residence’s mix of new- and oldworld elements. Traditional furniture was updated with clean lines and clad with fabrics in cool tones for a light and airy feel. 6 . C H RIST IN E JA H AN DE S IG NS L O S A N G E L E S

An antique circular table and refinished wood floors pay homage to this Arcadia, California, home’s Federal style architecture while multidimensional gray wallpaper with subtle hints of pink enlivens the space.

7 . SULLIVAN DESIGN STUDIO S A N F R A N C I S C O Graceful lines, rich-toned woodwork, carved crown molding and elegant fabric selections give this traditional Los Altos Hills, California, home a sophisticated yet serene air. Neutral walls ground elaborate furnishings and pops of color.

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photos: glenda evers design: nick sorenson. motif design solutions, llc: david patterson photography. pursley dixon ford interior design: emily followill photography. denise morrison interiors: shade degges. alex interiors, inc.: julie soefer. christine jahan designs: nolasco studios. sullivan design studio: r. brad knipstein.

photos: barrett oswald designs: tim lenz photo. pickering house interiors: nathan schroder. jma interior design: brantley photography. kristen nix interiors: michael hunter. z.w. jarosz architect p.a.: troy campbell. hoedemaker pfeiffer: haris kenjar. jenny brown designs: aimée mazzenga.

8 . BA RRE T T OS WA L D DE S IG NS G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

In this Greenwich, Connecticut, colonial home, classic and natural textures are infused with contemporary colors to add interest and dimension. Furnishings accented with darker woods and metals ground the larger spaces. 9 . P IC K E RIN G HO U SE INTE RIO RS DALLAS + FORT WORTH

A renovation of a Highland Park, Texas, residence saw spaces decorated with simplified forms and thoughtful details. In the dining room, a monochromatic color story starts on the boiserie and continues through the furnishings and rug.

1 0 . J M A IN T E RIOR D E S IG N PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D

Cherished pieces of furniture from the clients’ previous home were updated and reupholstered in softer blues,

greens and cream to echo this colonial residence’s surroundings in Juno Beach, Florida. Traditional elements like custom wall panelings and cabinetry add texture. 1 1 . KR ISTEN NIX INTER IOR S AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Embracing the Southern aesthetic of this historic Austin home from 1940, the team layered colorful and playful modern pieces as well as antiques on to the traditional design to make the space feel timeless. 1 2 . Z.W. JAR OSZ AR CHITECT P. A. M I A M I

Working in tandem with Jarosz Development Corporation, the team utilized a monochromatic palette in this neoclassical-style Miami dwelling, relying on wall paneling, millwork and plaster molding to provide visual interest.

1 3 . HOEDEMAKER PFEIFF ER PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Originally designed by Stuart Silk, this Seattle home received a fresh coat of white paint throughout along with new finishes in bronze, steel, limestone and pale oak. In the living room, the blue, green and gray palette draws inspiration from views of Lake Washington. 1 4 . JENNY BR OWN DESIG N S C H I C A G O For a bustling young family, an open floor plan was a must in the renovation of their Chicago home. While each room has its own unique personality, a palette of classic, colorful prints is subtly carried throughout the dwelling.

1 . S P E C H T A RC H IT E C TS AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

3 . H ELIOTR OPE AR CHITECTS PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Cast-concrete walls extend from the edges of the site toward this Dallas home’s interior spaces, creating courtyards with bright, nature-filled views from every room. A narrow channel of water connects the entry to the pool.

Embracing the narrow clearing their clients selected on Orcas Island, Washington, the firm created a linear living space that fits organically within the surrounding forest. Pocketing sliding doors at either end of the home allow for fluid movement between interiors and exteriors.

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4 . B E DESIGN ASSOCIATES, INC. PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D

Tucked into a hillside, this Scottsdale, Arizona, residence makes use of strategically placed glass walls to open the house to the surrounding desert. A mixeduse materials palette of wood paneling, stucco and metal complements the landscape.

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photos: specht architects: casey dunn. phx architecture: phil johnson. heliotrope architects: sean airhart. be design associates, inc.: kris tamburello. semple brown design: david lauer. barliswedlick: peter aaron.

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Contemporary minimalism reigns in this Ocean Ridge, Florida, abode. Stone archways at the front entrance guide the eye inside where full slabs of marble, back-lit glass and natural stone create an organic, calming atmosphere.

5 . SEMPLE BR OWN DESI G N C O L O R A D O

Wrapped in champagne-colored brick set off by moments of chocolate terra-cotta cladding, this Denver dwelling carries a midcentury modern aesthetic. Travertine flooring flows from the living room to the patio to blur the boundaries between interior and exterior. 6 . BAR LISWEDLICK G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K

Inspired by the clients’ rehabilitation of an old barn (in conjunction with expert Steven Miller) on their property in Waccabuc, New York, the firm created three barn-shaped volumes with a large courtyard between them. Views of the wild pasture conceived by designer Stephen Stimson complement the dining room’s casual and refined aesthetic.

7 . WHEELER KEAR NS AR CHITECTS CHICAGO

Single- and double-height spaces achieve the owner’s desire for both openness and intimacy in this Chicago residence. Working with Kadlec Architecture + Design, the firm used a neutral palette, allowing the architectural spiral staircase to shine. 8 . AIDLIN DAR LING DESIGN SAN FRANCISCO

Sited on a rocky desert plateau outside of Palm Desert, California, this home’s acetylated, burnt pine wood siding and interior collage of concrete, wood, stone and steel quietly contrast against the desert landscape’s lighter tones. 9 . XTEN AR CHITECTU R E L O S A N G E L E S

Interconnected volumes and planes define this Los Angeles residence. Working with Chimera Interiors, warm materials and earth tones were selected for the bathrooms to create an intimate environment. 1 0 . JEFFR EY DU NGAN AR CHITECTS SOUTHEAST

Texas limestone, cypress, hand-applied plaster and abundant light contribute to the quietly elegant atmosphere of a Lake Wehapa, Alabama, abode.

The home’s modern architecture is offset with old-world elements, including antique furnishings, marble and French oak. 1 1 . R OST AR CHITECTS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

To maximize this Newport Beach, California residence’s connection to the outdoors, three large sliding doors pocket away to turn the lower level into an open-air pavilion. Flooring between the exteriors and interiors blurs the lines between the spaces. 1 2 . [ STR ANG] DESIG N M I A M I

Thick horizontal slabs punctuate the levels of living in this Miami Beach abode, while floor-to-ceiling louvered doors provide a continuous flow from interior to exterior spaces. Exposed concrete and local custom millwork add visual interest. 1 3 . SMITHAR C AR CHI T EC TS DALLAS + FORT WORTH

By locating outdoor living spaces in the front half of this Dallas lot, the team preserved mature live oaks while maximizing garden space. A concrete wall bordered with lush vegetation visually protects the home, while a central atrium injects light into its heart.

photos: wheeler kearns architects: richard powers. aidlin darling design: joe fletcher. xten architecture: steve king photography, steve king. jeffrey dungan architects: william abranowicz. rost architects: ryan garvin. [strang] design: claudio manzoni. smitharc architects: stephen karlisch.

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photos: candelaria design associates: werner segarra. ron davis custom homes: courtesy ron davis custom homes. historical concepts: eric piasecki. robert a.m. stern architects: eric piasecki. willhoit construction, inc.: tim krueger. wade design architects: paul dyer photography.

1 . CA N D E L A RIA D E SIG N AS S O CIATE S ARIZONA

A fresh take on country French design, this Paradise Valley, Arizona, residence features exterior stone sourced from France and large steel doors and windows to capture views of Camelback Mountain. 2 . RON DAV IS C U STO M H O M E S DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Clean modern design meets sophisticated French chateau style in this Frisco, Texas, estate. An open floor plan directs views toward the pool area complete with a dramatic fire pit.

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3 . H ISTOR ICAL CONCEPTS S O U T H E A S T

Elements of 19th-century Greek Revival are woven in with artisanal quirks of the Lowcountry in this Green Pond, South Carolina, residence that was deconstructed into three separate pavilions connected only by outdoor hallways. 4 . ROBERT A. M. STER N AR CHITECTS G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

Exterior ornamentation abounds in this Virginia Beach, Virginia, abode, where picture windows are subdivided with muntins, and even the shingles are distinguished with diamond inserts and wave patterns.

5 . WILLHOIT CONSTR U CT I ON , I N C . SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Built with sustainability in mind, the team opted for durable materials like shingles made of PVC and concrete roof tiles that look like cedar for this Newport Beach, California, home. 6 . WADE DESIGN AR CHITEC TS SAN FRANCISCO

To meet their clients’ desire for a home that embraced nature at every turn, the team created this low-lying compound in San Geronimo, California, where light permeates rooms from every angle.

7 . CU SIMANO AR CHITECT HOUSTON

With an exterior palette of heavy stone and salvaged timbers, the outdoor living area of this Chappell Hill, Texas, dwelling is perfectly sited to capture panoramic views of the rolling terrain. 8 . EVENS AR CHITECTS,

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The renovation of this 1930s Los Angeles home saw the restoration of many charming original touches, as well as the addition of modern features. The new dining room, enveloped in blue lacquer, is just one of those contemporary enhancements. 9 . EIGELBER GER AR CHITECTU R E AND DESIGN C O L O R A D O

Nestled at the base of Shadow Mountain, a materials palette of granite and wood

not only helps this Aspen, Colorado, ski chalet blend into its surroundings, but also ensures that it will age gracefully with time. 1 0 . GELOTTE H OMMAS

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A stone fireplace offset by wood and steel accents and floor-to-ceiling windows anchors this Cle Elum, Washington, great room. The rustic space creates a sense of fluidity between living, dining and kitchen areas, while distinct wall textures set each room apart. 1 1 . ROBBINS ARCHITECTURE INC. CHICAGO

Sited on top of a hill with expansive water views, this southwest Michigan home’s French doors welcome lakeside breezes inside. An interior palette of white and painted wood walls lends the space a timeless cottage atmosphere.

photos: cusimano architect: zac seewald. evens architects, a kaa design company: karyn millet. eigelberger architecture and design: william abranowicz. gelotte hommas drivdahl architecture: john granen of john granen photography. robbins architecture inc.: richard powers photography.

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1 . AOME AR CHITECTS P A C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

A Medina, Washington, “sacred space” in which the owners could go to contemplate spiritual matters was brought to life through the use of post-and-beam construction and intricate hand-crafted joinery, in the manner of traditional Japanese teahouses. 2 . HAR RY HEISSMANN INC. G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K

Wild and fun characterizes this dining room in a West Palm Beach, Florida, building by SCB, where the mix includes a floating wave credenza, a Peter Beard photograph of leopard cubs, Lucite chairs upholstered in multicolor velvet and a wicker giraffe bar. 3 . AMY CAR MAN DESIGN C H I C A G O

For the bar in this Beechwood, Wisconsin, vacation home, Amy Carman commissioned a mirrored front panel, and opted for a bunny-patterned Hunt Slonem-licensed wallpaper by Lee Jofa and Kelly Wearstler lamps. 4 . FEIN ZALKIN INTER IOR S M I A M I

Clean lines and architectural moldings specified by Jeffrey Dungan Architects was the key to creating the inviting design of this residence in Southwest Ranches, Florida, where neutrals were enhanced through stone, wallcoverings and dramatic lighting. 5 . ALLISON PALADINO INTER IOR DESIGN & C OL L EC T I ON S PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D

The juxtaposition of natural materials, specifically natural walnut for the steps and a backdrop of tactile limestone, render the staircase of a Jupiter, Florida, residence a functional work of art. 6 . LAU R A U DESIGN COLLECTIVE H O U S T O N

Dubbed “the conservatory,” this airy playroom in Pebble Beach, California, is swathed in a leaf-print wallcovering and captures a youthful vibe with the placement of lavender, pink and teal tones, textural rattan and a whimsical Selamat cactus. 7 . CHAD DOR SEY DESIGN D A L L A S + F O R T W O R T H

Style and serenity meet in this bay-inspired San Francisco “listening room,” which includes handmade task lighting and state-of-the-art sound equipment anchored by a fireplace.

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photos: aome architects: michael jensen photography. harry heissmann inc.: kris tamburello. amy carman design: dustin halleck. fein zalkin interiors: kris tamburello. allison paladino interior design & collections: sargent photography. laura u design collective: amy bartlam. chad dorsey design: douglas friedman.

photos: clayton korte: casey dunn photography. sullivan design studio: r. brad knipstein. musso design group: emily followill. landry design group, inc.: manolo langis. vertical arts architecture: david patterson. redü home, llc: lance gerber. candelaria design associates: julianne mckay.

8 . CLAYTON KORTE A U S T I N + S A N A N T O N I O

Excavated into a limestone hillside in the Texas Hill Country, the design of this private wine cave complete with tasting lounge, bar and temperature-controlled cellar is elevated by white-oak millwork, Douglas-fir dropped ceilings and pendant lighting. 9 . SU LLIVAN DESIGN STU DIO S A N F R A N C I S C O

This tea-and-meditation space in Atherton, California, was crafted to honor the owners’ Chinese heritage using grass window shades similar to traditional bamboo, a rug textured like a tatami mat and furnishings by Chinese furniture designer Chi Wing Lo. 1 0 . MU SSO DESIGN GR OU P S O U T H E A S T

A gathering place for the entire family, this Atlanta home library features extraordinary design elements such as custom, curvedglass partitions made in Italy and hidden doors connected to private staircases that lead to another study and private office. 1 1 . LANDRY DESIGN GR OU P, I N C . L O S A N G E L E S

Created to resemble a subway station, this L.A. recreation room is outfitted with cast-iron columns, concrete floors, a barrel ceiling and recessed lighting; an antique mirror-lined bar with a leather-finished brown marble countertop adds a touch of glam. 1 2 . VERTICAL ARTS AR CHITEC T U R E C O L O R A D O

The owners of this Steamboat Springs, Colorado, home were delivered the spa-like feeling they requested, complete with abundant natural light, expansive mountain views and a living space that transitions seamlessly to the patio to maximize the enjoyment of outdoor living. 1 3 . R EDÜ HOME, LLC S O U T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A

A representation of indoor-outdoor style, the living room at the center of this Palm Springs, California, home features pocketed window walls that disappear, custom bronze screens and a threesided fireplace clad in limestone slabs. 1 4 . CANDELAR IA DESIGN ASS OC I AT ES A R I Z O N A

Sophisticated and fun all at the same time, this indoor bowling alley at a Rio Verde, Arizona, home features luxe upholstered wallcoverings, a full bar and lounge area, and an aquarium separating it from a billiards area.

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1 . J HIL L IN T E RIORS , INC . SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Mint and blue hues on the cabinets and Fireclay Tile backsplash contrast with white quartz countertops in this Coronado, California, kitchen, a palette driven by the clients’ love of gardening. 2 . 1 80 D E G RE E S D E S IG N + B UILD A R I Z O N A

The residents’ affinity for bold colors yielded the vivid marigold chosen for the entry of this Phoenix home. The hue, inspired by desert blooms, balances the ivory stucco and red glow of nearby Camelback Mountain. 3 . BE N JA M IN J OH NSTO N DE S IG N, LLC H O U S T O N

Pink stripes and prints, along with orange accents and original artwork, fulfilled the clients’ request for a playful bedroom for their granddaughters to stay in when visiting their Houston home. 4 . A L L IS O N BU RK E INTE RIO R DE S IG N AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

While the art collection in this Austin penthouse commands focus, color ranging from cool grays to rich jewel tones serves as a continuous thread bringing warmth, comfort and depth. 5 . P E N N Y BL AC K IN TE RIO RS LLC . PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Depending on the time of day, when light hits the 3M Dichroic glass of the stair, it refracts and casts shadows in colors and shapes to dramatic visual effect in this Portland, Oregon, dwelling. 6 . HO U S E O F N OM AD S O U T H E A S T

Balinese design was the jumping-off point for this modern home office in Davidson, North Carolina. Sherwin-Williams’ moody Dark Night for the walls amps up the impact of the black, wood and rattan elements. 7 . L A N T H IA HO G G D E S IG NS C O L O R A D O

Thanks to a whimsical custom silk-and-wool Stark carpet and an Arno Bruse artwork reminiscent of Piet Mondrian nearby, this Denver residence is a showcase in primary colors.

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photos: j hill interiors, inc.: jenny siegwart. 180 degrees design + build: an pham. benjamin johnston design, llc: courtesy benjamin johnston. allison burke interior design: casey dunn. penny black interiors llc.: christopher dibble. house of nomad: dustin peck photography. lanthia hogg designs: susie brenner photography.

8 . CLAU S F. R ADEMACHER A R C H I T EC TS G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

White-oak paneled walls and neutrals for the coffee table, chairs and carpet in this Manhattan apartment’s living room allow prominent statement pieces—artwork in vivid chartreuse and the blue velvet Vladimir Kagan sofa—to pop. 9 . JENNY BR OWN DESIGNS C H I C A G O

Playing off the plantings in the garden outside, a cheery green offers maximum impact in this Chicago family room. Blue accents complement the hues in the tartan carpet underfoot. 1 0 . SU SAN MASTER MAN AR C H I T EC TS LOS ANGELES

Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue in a glossy finish draws the eye to a bar area in the main public rooms of this Nantucket, Massachusetts, retreat. An interior window acts as a subtle screen and preserves the surprise when rounding the corner. 1 1 . ALLISON PALADINO INTE R I OR D ESI G N & COLLECTIONS P A L M B E A C H + B R O W A R D For this Jupiter, Florida, home, the clients asked for outside-ofthe-box color. In a guest bedroom, the yellows on the bed and bench’s upholstery and artwork animate the space.

1 2 . STU DIO THOMAS JAMES DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Gray, white, cream and brown tones in the living room of this Dallas house set the stage for the clients’ art collection, including a Miles Aldridge photograph selected with art consultant Jennifer Klos. 1 3 . B PILA DESIGN STU DIO M I A M I

An intense blue conjures up a coastal feel and connects the bar and lounge to the living room of this Miami home. The deep shade on the walls makes the white-painted millwork stand out. 1 4 . FAU LKNER AR CHITECTS S A N F R A N C I S C O Red-orange glass imbues spaces in this Truckee, California, home with a hue that recalls the color of cooling magma, a nod to the geological history of the area.

photos: claus f. rademacher architects: christian torres photography. jenny brown designs: cynthia lynn kim. susan masterman architects: leigh mccarthy 2020. allison paladino interior design & collections: sargent photography. studio thomas james: costa christ. b pila design studio: nick johnson. faulkner architects: joe fletcher.

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6 1 . JAS O N OST E RBE RG E R DE S IG NS DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Thanks to a U-shaped plan, the backyard of this Santa Barbara-style Dallas abode is visible on three sides and acts as a centerpiece and entertaining venue. 2 . HO L L A N D E R D E SIG N LANDS CAP E A RC HIT E C TS G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K

Between the agricultural fields and saltwater ponds of Long Island, the landscape of this contemporary home celebrates its distinctive location and ecosystem. It offers a rooftop garden that evokes a blooming meadow. 3 . STAC I M U N IC IN TE RIO RS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Versatile outdoor space was paramount to this midcentury Palm Springs, California, abode’s overall concept. At the entry, comfortable seating and a fire pit greet visitors.

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6 . FER NANDO WONG OU T D OOR LIVING DESIGN P A L M B E A C H + B R O W A R D Reviving this iconic West Palm Beach property, originally the work of architect John L. Volk meant restoring the iconic gardens, including several landmarked trees while establishing livable spaces for its modern-day inhabitants.

5 . B L ISS LANDSCAPE AR CHITECTU R E SAN FRANCISCO

7 . COLWELL SHELOR LAN D SCA PE AR CHITECTU R E A R I Z O N A Harmonizing the built structure and the site was the goal behind the creation of this Paradise Valley, Arizona, home. A courtyard off the main bedroom features a sculptural palette of cactuses, aloes and a blooming Bauhinia tree.

Seasonal changes, filtered sunlight, existing natural systems and an appreciation for the development patterns of classic Western homesteads influenced this Aspen, Colorado, retreat nestled within a mature aspen forest.

The landscape of this Carmel Valley, California, home, ideally situated at the top of a gently sloping hill, includes a sun-drenched meadow of native perennial grasses that soften the transition to the garden’s edges.

photos: jason osterberger designs: nathan schroder photography. hollander design landscape architects: charles mayer photography. staci munic interiors: lance gerber. design workshop, inc.: brandon huttenlocher / design workshop, inc. bliss landscape architecture: paul dyer. fernando wong outdoor living design: brantley photography. colwell shelor landscape architecture: caitlin atkinson.

8 . MAR IANI LANDSCAPE C H I C A G O

Under the eye of its current owner, the gardens of this Lake Forest, Illinois, home—the former gatehouse of a 1929 estate by architect David Adler—have been transformed with ample areas for outdoor lounging. 9 . MIKE STAKE STU DIO M I A M I

An ocean-front home in Puako, Hawaii, emphasizes indoor-outdoor living. Perhaps the crown jewel is a secluded terrace spa bath with wood and coral-stone clad walls and hand-glazed Japanese ceramic tile flooring.

photos: mariani landscape: dustin halleck. mike stake studio: josh wells. cdk interior design: chris little photography. lush greenscape design: matthew niemann. creative tonic design: julie soefer. stuart silk architects: aaron leitz. susan masterman architects: erika bierman.

1 0 . CDK INTER IOR DESIGN S O U T H E A S T

Designed with easy outdoor living in mind, this covered area off an Atlanta home’s kitchen operates as a staging area for parties or alfresco cooking. Nearby is a dining spot appointed with stylish yet durable seating. 1 1 . LU SH GR EENSCAPE DESIGN AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Multiple spots to gather, integrated seating and a dedicated space for children in the courtyard of this

New Braunfels, Texas, dwelling foster interaction among generations. 1 2 . CR EATIVE TONIC D ESI G N H O U S T O N

Completed in collaboration with Robert Dame Designs and Thompson Custom Homes, this Houston residence features steel windows, Rocky Mountain Hardware details and custom lighting that continue into the outdoor spaces.

1 3 . STUART SILK AR CH I T EC TS PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Siting four pavilions—connected to one another by a covered walkway—at the edges of the Seattle property formed a central courtyard. The owner’s collection of specimen trees served as the foundation for the garden. 1 4 . SU SAN MASTER MA N A R C H I T EC TS LOS ANGELES

The landscape of this 1922 South Pasadena, California, house by architect Reginald Johnson is steeped in Italian garden design traditions but is also usable, low-maintenance and family-friendly.

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photos: konstrukcio studio: brian mcweeney. andrea goldman design: michael robinson photography. the design atelier: emily followill. neighbor interiors: nathan schroder photography. jennifer robin interiors: john merkl. ccm architecture & construction: charles mellon. anders lasater architects: chad mellon.

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1 . KONSTRUKCIO STUDIO D A L L A S + F O R T W O R T H

This 1945 Fort Worth abode underwent a significant interior and exterior renovation, with highlights including the addition of a front entry, new siding on the façade, and a reworked floor plan. 2 . A N D RE A G OL D MAN DE S IG N C H I C A G O

A Pine Lake, Wisconsin, home now offers ample room for entertaining and comfortable living with updated finishes such as painted beams and whitewashed oak floors. 3 . T HE D E S IGN AT E LIE R S O U T H E A S T

The environment drove the earthy palette of this Clarkesville, Georgia, getaway, which was remodeled in collaboration with architecture firm Pritchett + Dixon and builder SJ Contracting. 4 . N E IG HBOR IN T E R IO RS H O U S T O N

To accommodate a growing family, this Southlake, Texas, abode gained square footage by extending the main living area. The interior spaces speak to the property’s generations of family history but support its current inhabitants comfortably. 5 . J E N N IF E R ROBIN INTE RIO RS S A N F R A N C I S C O

This 1880s Healdsburg, California, home emerged after a twoyear renovation with interiors that reflect an updated take on a Victorian farmhouse but with some industrial twists. 6 . C C M A RC HIT E C TURE & CO NSTRUCTIO N PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

While a landmark in Maltby, Washington, this Gothic-style barn had fallen into disrepair. To revive it, the walls and roof were pulled back into alignment, rotten trusses were replaced, and reclaimed lumber and Cor-Ten steel now clad the exterior.

7 . A N D E RS L ASAT E R ARC H ITE C TS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

This Laguna Beach, California, home benefited from a face-lift that revamped the layout, moved the cramped stairway near an outside wall and pierced the kitchen ceiling with a skylight.

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8 . KA DESIGNWOR KS C O L O R A D O

The reimagining of this Aspen, Colorado, home had three goals: open the structure to the impressive mountain views; create a stronger connection to its context through material palette and textures; and enhance the outdoor spaces. 9 . HAR R ISON DESIGN L O S A N G E L E S

Inspired by its natural setting and European design, this Santa Barbara home boasts a reconfigured floor plan to facilitate easy entertaining and a luxurious materials palette of reclaimed wood floors, antique French stone and intricate ceiling details. 1 0 . P&H INTER IOR S P A L M B E A C H + B R O W A R D

To update this Boca Raton, Florida, home, curving, Mediterranean lines were eliminated in favor of a more orthogonal direction. Taupe tones balance heavier architectural features, while glass, mirror and metallic accents provide an edge.

1 1 . THE BROOKLYN HOME COMPANY G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K

It took two years to transform this 1854 Greek Revival Brooklyn brownstone from 10 condo units into a single townhome. In the living room, a custom marble fireplace feels congruent with the home’s history.

1 2 . CHOEFF LEVY FIS C H MA N AR CHITECTU R E + DESI G N M I A M I To modernize the layout of this Miami Beach home, the media room now opens to the living room. Walls painted a dark blue give the space its own presence. 1 3 . JOHN GR ABLE AR C H I T EC TS, I N C . AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Preserving this San Antonio home—a 1930s structure of cast-concrete blocks–required removing all previous additions. The new series of one-room-wide gables recalls the building principles of the era in which it was first built. 1 4 . DR EWETT WOR KS A R I Z O N A

photos: ka designworks: dallas & harris photography. harrison design: jim bartsch. p&h interiors: living proof real estate photography. the brooklyn home company: matthew williams. choeff levy fischman architecture + design: charlie garcia. john grable architects, inc.: dror baldinger, faia. drewett works: eric kruk.

With a farmhouse style that nods to the surrounding neighborhood’s agricultural roots, what was once an oddly-shaped outbuilding on this Scottsdale, Arizona, property is now an entertainment pavilion complete with bi-fold doors, a fireplace and a bar.

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photos: studio thomas james: costa christ. b pila design studio: courtesy b pila design studio. motif design solutions, llc: david patterson photography. redü home, llc: lance gerber. donna dufresne interior design: chris dibble. park and oak: renee disanto.

1 . ST U D IO T HO M AS JAM E S DALLAS + FORT WORTH

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4 . REDÜ HOME, LLC S O U T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A

Classic black, white and brass figure prominently in this Dallas kitchen, but artwork, selected by art consultant Jennifer Klos, instead of upper cabinets, upends preconceived notions of how such spaces should look. Black granite countertops and furnishings in dark finishes contrast boldly with the backdrop of white walls and a rustic wood-paneled ceiling in this Miami kitchen. The effect is sleek, modern and dramatic.

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After a remodel, the kitchen in this 1970s Littleton, Colorado, home now benefits from a functional, open layout filled with natural light and a crisp, clean materials palette that includes walnut butcher block, picket tiles and mixed metal details. This Palm Springs, California, kitchen, positioned in the center of the home, incorporates a corner window to capture mountain views. By recessing the window header into the truss system, the ceiling runs seamlessly into the eaves.

5 . DONNA DU FR ESNE IN T ER I OR D ESI G N PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

Striking a balance between the appeal of an older home and fresh design elements and materials informed the mix of Shaker-style cabinets, hexagonal tile, whimsical wallpaper, brass accents and a modern light fixture in this Portland, Oregon, kitchen. 6 . PAR K AND OAK C H I C A G O Navy paint on the island and Carrara marble on the cleanlined hood put a fresh spin on traditional forms and materials in the kitchen of this new Western Springs, Illinois, residence.

photos: by design interiors, inc.: french blue photography. laney la: lauren pressey. landed interiors & homes: haris kenjar. christy & company architecture, llc: bradley wheeler. bradshaw designs: stephen karlisch. christopher architecture & interiors: milton bian. drake/anderson: stephen johnson.

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The warm neutrals, blacks, grays and metallic notes found in this Tomball, Texas, kitchen flow into the adjoining living room, dining room and pantry making for a modern and cohesive feel. 8 . LANEY LA L O S A N G E L E S

Inspired by the client’s passion for ceramics, each material in this Manhattan Beach, California, kitchen, from the Caesarstone and Silestone surfaces to the European oak floors, was chosen to create a sense of raw beauty. 9 . LANDED INTER IOR S & H OMES SAN FRANCISCO

A previous remodel had rendered a San Francisco kitchen incongruent with the rest of this 1914 home. After a renovation, the newly relocated space now harmonizes with the Arts and Craftsstyle architecture. 1 0 . CHR ISTY & COM PA N Y AR CHITECTU R E, LLC A R I Z O N A

While the reclaimed wood beams, exposed mortar-washed adobe, and casement windows in this Scottsdale, Arizona, kitchen speak a rustic language, the top-of-the-line appliances and details such as the inset cookbook shelves underscore its utility for an avid chef and a baker. 1 1 . BR ADSHAW DESI G N S AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Durability and functionality were top of mind in the renovation of this San Antonio kitchen, so using time-tested materials, such as quartzite for the island, was key as was the custom cabinetry.

1 2 . CHR ISTOPHER A R C H I T EC T U R E & INTER IOR S S O U T H E A S T In this modern Birmingham, Alabama, kitchen, symmetry serves as the guiding principle. A gracious arch opens to quarter-sawn white-oak veneer cabinets, honed black granite countertops and generous windows that flood the room with light. 1 3 . DR AKE/ANDER SON G R E AT E R N E W YO R K

Designed for stylish entertaining, this minimalist Manhattan kitchen features ebonized-oak cabinetry, a richly patinated bronze hood, Cristallo quartzite for the island top and an ethereal light fixture by Lambert & Fils.

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photos: tosti design, inc: brady architectural photography. j.fisher interiors: molly culver photography. beyond interior design: matti gresham. d’amore interiors: tim gormley of tg image. penny black interiors llc.: christopher dibble. harrison design: max kim-bee. park and oak: renee disanto.

1 . TO ST I D E S IG N , IN C SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Calacatta paneling within the shower provides a touch of understated elegance to this Encinitas, California, bathroom. Brass accents and a crystal chandelier add to the Hollywood Regency style of the space. 2 . J. F IS HE R IN T E RIORS AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

To inject a healthy dose of color into this Austin bathroom, the team clad three walls as well as the double vanity countertop in a green-and-white Fusion granite from Brazil.

3 . BE YO N D IN T E RIOR DE S IG N DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Concrete walls and floor tile contrast with the vanity’s light wood finish in this minimalist bathroom in Dallas. Floor-toceiling glass in an aluminum frame subtly separates the white gloss soaking tub from the rest of the space. 4 . D’A M ORE IN T E RI O RS C O L O R A D O

Heavily framed mirrors and white shiplap walls add visual weight, while crystal chandeliers accent the expansive architecture of this Larkspur, Colorado, bathroom. Knotty hickory his-and-hers vanities were topped with jeweled quartz and oversize cast-iron sinks. 5 . P E N N Y BL AC K IN TE RIO RS LLC . PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T

In Portland, Oregon, a large stone tub surrounded by a bronze chain curtain takes pride of place atop a raised platform. Dark finishes such as black porcelain, walnut and bronze add to the intimate atmosphere. 6 . HA RRIS O N D E S IGN S O U T H E A S T

Floor-to-ceiling Galala honed limestone provides a contemporary backdrop to bold plumbing fixtures. A Persian lantern, Syrian mother-of-pearl mirror and an Italian-Egyptian Revival étagère add a touch of the exotic to the calming Atlanta bathroom. 7 . PA RK A N D OA K C H I C A G O Custom millwork in a soft gray provides the backdrop for this elegant bathroom in Western Springs, Illinois. Warm wood tones and natural textures balance the marble and overall cooler palette.

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photos: dunagan diverio design group: paul stoppi. plan architecture: courtesy plan architecture. tracy design studio, llc: wade blissard. dana triano designs: audra rhodes. jma interior design: brantley photography. ownby design: digitography by dino. fdg design group: christopher stark.

8 . D U N AGA N D IV E RIO DE S IG N G RO UP M I A M I

Glass doors framed by elongated wood panels lend a modernist sensibility to the expansive main bath while connecting the space to a large outdoor spa set against Miami’s serene tropical landscape.

9 . PLAN ARCHITECTURE G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K

Skylights flanking the suspended barrel-vaulted foussana marble mosaic ceiling highlight a Calacatta fluted tile accent wall and custom vanity in this soft yet modern Saddle River, New Jersey, bathroom. 1 0 . T RACY D E S IG N STUDIO, LLC H O U S T O N

Inspired by the art of the Japanese spa and the Roman

baths of antiquity, this Houston retreat was designed to be a place of harmony. Clean contemporary cabinets and suspended brass-framed mirrors enhance the sensual nature of the space. 1 1 . DANA TR IANO DESIGNS L O S A N G E L E S

Tucked beneath bay windows overlooking the home’s Beverly Hills surrounds, the bathtub’s burnished iron base is one of many metallic accents against the room’s bright clean white palette. 1 2 . J MA INTER IOR DESIGN PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D

Taking cues from the pale pink main bedroom, a custom

blush vanity and celadon accents add subtle color to this Jupiter, Florida, bathroom for a simple yet relaxing aesthetic. 1 3 . OWNBY DESIGN A R I Z O N A

A rounded soaking tub is warmed by the adjacent fireplace in this contemporary Paradise Valley, Arizona, home. The quartzite stone and blackened steel surround are balanced by the soft neutral tile palette. 1 4 . FDG DESIGN GR OU P S A N F R A N C I S C O

Bathed in natural light, this serene San Francisco shower is wrapped in walls of white marble. Teak wood slats underfoot and Kohler smart shower technology add to the spa-like experience.

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5 4 1. MA RT H A O’ HA RA INTE RIO RS CLASSIC/TRADITIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN

This Wayzata, Minnesota, home is all about timeless design with glass chandeliers, green accent pieces and checkered ceramic tile that offsets rift-cut white oak floors throughout. 2. TIF FA N Y S K IL L IN G INTE RIO RS B AT H R O O M

Formerly a spare bedroom, this bathroom in a 1926 English Tudor in Indianapolis now features a steam shower, a claw-foot tub beneath a sputnik-style chandelier and rich, green glazed tile. 3. F O RT É S P E C IA LT Y C O NTRACTO RS R E S TO R AT I O N O R R E N O VAT I O N

After gutting this Las Vegas townhouse, the team added an upstairs office/loft space

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followed by fresh finishes that included wood floors, white custom European cabinets, a marble island and floor-to-ceiling windows. 4. H UTKE R ARCHITECTS CONTEMPORARY/MODERN ARCHITECTURE

Projecting out onto a salt marsh in Duxbury, Massachusetts, this cottage appears as a single story from the road to respect the neighborhood’s historical character and features a Tory chimney. 5. W ILF RE DO E MANU EL DESIGNS WOW-FACTOR ROOM

Blue takes center stage in this Naples, Florida, entertaining area, from the leather-upholstered walls to the silver-leaf handmade wallpaper all set aglow by panels of blue agate.

photos: martha o’hara interiors: spacecrafting photography. tiffany skilling interiors: ashlee kindred. forté specialty contractors: courtesy forté specialty contractors. hutker architects: michael j. lee. wilfredo emanuel designs: blaine johnathan photography.

6 . CAR R IE BR IGHAM DESIGN CONTEMPORARY/MODERN INTERIOR DESIGN

The split floor plan of this new-build in Naples, Florida, was enhanced with eye-catching architectural elements throughout, from the ceilings to the moldings.

7 . FAR MER PAYNE AR CHITECTS LAN DSCAP E DESI GN /OUTDOOR R OOMS

At this DeBerry, Texas, ranch conceived for entertaining, Farmer Payne Architects brought in classic gables and reclaimed wood floors, creating a full outdoor kitchen and a cozy screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace. 8 . BR IDGET BEAR I DESIGNS KITCHEN

Among the highlights of this open-concept Atlanta kitchen completed in collaboration

photos: carrie brigham design: blaine johnathan photography. farmer payne architects: eric elberson. bridget beari designs: mali azima. purple cherry architects: durston saylor. martha o’hara interiors: spacecrafting photography.

with Peter Block & Associates Architects, Inc. are built-in white-oak cabinetry and a marble island lit by crystal pendants from London. 9 . PU R PLE CHER RY A R C H I T EC TS CLASSI C/TR ADI TI ONAL ARCH I T E CT U RE

The custom compass inlay in the entryway of this Annapolis, Maryland, residence speaks to its locale, in harmony with millwork, built-in bookcases and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame water views. 1 0 . MARTHA O’H A R A I N T ER I OR S BEST USE OF COLOR

Peaceful and pretty at the same time, the pink-hued front door of this Prior Lake, Minnesota, home opens to an entryway of subtle statement moments that complement the feminine aesthetic.

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1 . CAR OL KU RTH AR CHITECTU R E CONTEMPORARY/MODERN ARCHITECTURE

Designed with Laura Bohn Design Associates, this eco-friendly dwelling in Greenwich, Connecticut, focuses on geothermal energy with solar panels, storage for electric vehicles and landscaping by Oehme, van Sweden that encourages natural species and wildlife to thrive. 2 . DANA WOLTER INTER IOR S K I T C H E N

For a home in Mountain Brook, Alabama, walls were relocated to create a more functional kitchen, a new breakfast area and a pantry that connects to the dining room. Extra storage space was hidden in the island behind touch-latch doors.

3 . STU DIO HEIMAT B E S T U S E O F C O L O R

The owner’s art collection influenced the design of this San Francisco condo, where a gallery wall is the backdrop for a vivid snakeskin-inspired area rug, colorfully upholstered velvet armchairs and a cream-colored mohair sectional. 4 . DOUBLE B DESIGN L A N D S C A P E D E S I G N / O U T D O O R R O O M S

In McQueeney, Texas, the team overcame site topography challenges to imbue visually interesting landscape features such as a detail-driven plant palette, a play lawn and a water feature. 5 . PALM PACIFIC CONSTR U CTION B A T H R O O M

Two identically designed suites in Palm Springs, California, are highlighted by custom casework, stone counters and floor-to-ceiling Carrara marble sheets. A glass door leads to an outdoor shower, while a built-in body dryer renders towels unnecessary.

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photos: carol kurth architecture: eric laignel. dana wolter interiors: graham yelton. studio heimat: john merkl. double b design: andrea calo. palm pacific construction: benjamin veronis.

6 . AR CHITECTU R E IN FOR MATION R E S TO R AT I O N O R R E N O VAT I O N

Much of the original stone and woodwork in this 1890 Manhattan rowhouse was maintained and restored during its renovation, which saw the primary suite made into dressing, bathing, sleep and study quarters and a series of upstairs levels converted to an indoor-outdoor family living zone. 7 . GWEN CALLAN DESIGN W O W - F A C T O R R O O M A cool palette of grays and blues with warm woods complements the industrial edges in this “Party Barn” in Napa, California, where the team incorporated stained-concrete floors, black suspension beams and lighting, and walnut armoires with steel trim. 8 . LJ INTERIORS C L A S S I C / T R A D I T I O N A L I N T E R I O R D E S I G N

Nestled on the waterfront in Galveston, Texas, this welcoming home for a family of six is warmed by shiplap walls, a traditional staircase leading to a cupola and furnishings with durable performance fabrics.

9 . GELOTTE HOMMAS DR IVDAHL AR C H I T EC T U R E CLASSIC/TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE

For this Cle Elum, Washington, vacation home, the firm selected exterior materials that draw inspiration from the region’s historic mining roots, such as Cor-Ten steel roofing, rugged timber siding and stone accents.

photos: architecture in formation: michelle rose. gwen callan design: darren loveland. lj interiors: kerry kirk. gelotte hommas drivdahl architecture: john granen of john granen photography. daun curry design studio: emily gilbert.

1 0 . DAU N CU R RY DESIGN STU DIO CONTEMPORARY/MODERN INTERIOR DESIGN

A waterfront retreat in Sag Harbor, New York, designed in collaboration with Barnes Coy Architecture evokes a summer vibe through a palette of beiges, creams and blues, natural materials such as wood and marble, and sculptural elements that echo the client’s art collection.

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1 . C L AS S I C / T RA D IT ION AL A RC HIT E C T U RE

WADE DESIGN ARCHITECTS

For a new build in San Geronimo, California, Wade Design Architects devised a plan that embraced the surroundings, making use of steep hillsides as natural privacy barriers for bedrooms and bathrooms as well as a tranquil outdoor shower and spa retreat.

2 . K I TC H EN LANDED INTERIORS & HOMES

For the remodel of a 1914 Arts and Crafts home in San Francisco, the kitchen was relocated to a section of the house with ample natural light. The team added new windows and architectural elements, as well as farmhouse-inspired materials, such as brick and salvaged wood beams, for an overall fresh look.

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photos: wade design architects: paul dyer photography. landed interiors & homes: haris kenjar. clayton korte: casey dunn photography. ccm architecture & construction: charles mellon. pursley dixon ford interior design: emily followill photography.

3 . WOW-FACTOR R OOM C L A Y T O N K O R T E

A destination along a bend in the Blanco River in the Texas Hill Country, this private wine cave is excavated into a limestone hillside flanked by tall oak and elm trees, nearly disappearing into the native landscape. Within, a tasting lounge, bar and arched cellar surrounded by white-oak casework are tucked into a deep tunnel.

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CCM ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION

Materials from local and recycled resources were used as part of the renovation of this Gothic Arch barn, a local landmark in Maltby, Washington, to overcome challenges presented by years of decay while retaining the original structure of the historical building. 5 . CLAS SI C / T R A D I T I ON A L

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PURSLEY DIXON FORD INTERIOR DESIGN

This Charlotte, North Carolina, home was transformed to be more approachable and functional by repurposing existing spaces and brightening up dark rooms with a fresh, elegant color palette. The sun room, for instance, was reinvented as a bar and the large entry became overflow dining for dinner parties.

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6 . CONTEMPOR A RY / MODER N AR CHITECTU R E BARLISWEDLICK

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M O D E RN IN T E R IO R D E SIG N

I N T E R N AT I O N A L DESIGNERS BY R I TA C H R A I B I

To capture the cool aesthetic of its locale, each room of this Miami home was envisaged as a stand-alone “masterpiece,” with furnishings upholstered in haute couture fabrics and tones of blue incorporated throughout as a nod to the surrounding bay.

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To create a sustainable home that complements an existing barn restored by historic barn expert Steven Miller on a property in Waccabuc, New York, the architects mirrored the barn’s L-shape and positioned the house to form a large courtyard between the two structures; the surrounding landscape was entrusted to meadow designer Stephen Stimson.

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Hot pink and orange accented by tigers both stuffed and embroidered bring the fun to this granddaughters’ bedroom in Houston, as do original animations and artwork for the girls to enjoy during their visits.

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TRENDS IN RENOVATION In the hands of the building and renovation pros on the following pages, houses become homes, outfitted with every comfort, convenience and high-tech amenity. Whether a kitchen island-turned-study station, a home office-turned-workout space or a bedroom-turned-Zoom room, the lines of design have blurred. But their focus remains clear to honor the unique voice and soul of every project. Through communication and collaboration, they deliver livable designs that find the line between purpose and beauty—all with one overarching goal: to create happy, healthy homes for people to live in, work in, and love.

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CREATIVITY + CRAFTSMANSHIP AT EVERY TURN Every builder has a project or two with a story that’s worth sharing. For Debbie, it was a home that required substantial out-of-the-box thinking for her team. Debbie worked with the owner’s tight budget and used products and materials from another job that were removed (cabinets, countertops, plumbing fixtures, light fixtures and hardware) and repurposed them. “The items looked totally different in a new space and everyone loved it. The clients were elated that we were able to do the entire house within their budget,” she says.

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Remodeler Debbie Adams is Austin’s go-to resource for all things residential. The owner of Adams Company, Debbie entered the industry in 1987 and has become a multifaceted force ever since: She’s a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS); a Certified Green Professional (CGP); and a Certified Graduate Builder (CGB). No detail is too minute for the seasoned builder—from charging stations inside of drawers to concealed kitty litter boxes to lighted mirrors with built-in electrical outlets. These small but important changes can make the difference between a cluttered-looking space versus uncluttered. Debbie says other remodeling endeavors worth noting include: removing tubs in master bathrooms to create larger walk-in showers; kitchens with larger islands or without the raised bar to provide more working countertop space; and toe-kick lighting on a motion sensor so lights come on when entering the space.

Above This new aging-in-place bathroom provides safety, comfort and elegance where an old standard alcove tub once was. Motion-sensor toe-kick lighting is at the bottom of the vanity cabinet. Top Natural mesquite hardwood floors provide the foundation for exclusive quartzite countertops in the kitchen. Photography Courtesy of Adams Company

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THE NEW NORMAL The trend for motorized window coverings has surpassed the “would be nice to have” category and quickly moved to the “must have” category. Motorized window treatments have become the new normal, replacing handoperated shades. Who does anything by hand anymore?

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Window treatments have a huge impact, in most cases enhancing natural light or views to the outside. Whether outdated window treatments or a window with a cover that inhibits its full function, changing treatments is an easy, effective upgrade. And Austintatious Blinds & Shutters is happy to oblige. A locally owned and operated boutique serving the Hill Country for over 17 years, Austintatious specializes in motorization, custom drapery, outdoor solar shades and more. “We are a Hunter Douglas Gallery located at the Shops at the Galleria in Bee Cave. It’s a great place to inspire and explore,” says founder Norma Catano, who runs the company with president Tracey Hopkins. “We pride ourselves on truly understanding clients’ needs and helping them select the perfect solution.” A fix that could range from solar shading or motorization, to heat-blocking treatment—or the latest trend—the “uncovered window.”

Top Hunter Douglas Design™ Studio Collection and Hunter Douglas Pirouette® window shadings, controlling drapes and shades by voice. Right The Hunter Douglas PowerView® Hub and PowerView® App.

HIGHLIGHT ON HUNTER DOUGLAS Austintatious Blinds & Shutters has chosen to partner with Hunter Douglas for a number of reasons: •H unter Douglas offers innovative, beautiful, highquality window coverings that nobody else in the industry offers. •A ll Hunter Douglas product lines offer state-of-the-art lifting systems, as well as full smart-home integration. • With unsurpassed longevity and serviceability over the past 50 years, Hunter Douglas products have one of the best warranties in the business. As an Authorized Service Center for Hunter Douglas, Austintatious Blinds & Shutters is able to perform most all warrantied service repairs in the greater Austin and Hill Country areas.

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ASK THE STONE CONNOISSEUR •W hy stone? By incorporating natural stone and quartz into the design of a home, you are not only adding to the overall aesthetic and beauty, but also increasing its value. Our premium stone surfaces also offer durability in high-use areas, such as kitchens and bathrooms.

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Granite used to be the go-to for homeowners looking to overhaul their kitchens. While its elegant look and resale value make sense, new surface alternatives have gained popularity—and thanks to innovative purveyors, like Encore Stone Studio, selecting these stone slabs has become more accessible than ever before. With a focus on direct consumer relationships, Encore’s founder Vinny Tavares is changing the stone-buying process. “Encore Stone Studio is revolutionizing the way kitchen counters and stone upgrades are purchased, forever. By connecting the consumer with hand-selected, high-quality stone, we strive to be the leading educational resource and direct-to-consumer distributor in the industry,” he says. Online, Encore takes convenience and transparency to another level, offering pricing on premium stone imported from around the world, as well as the ability to ship stone globally.

Top The waterfall island in this kitchen was crafted using Nuvolato Quartzite from Brazil. Right & Far right White, green, pink and blue are just a few of the colors available in the natural stone section at Encore Stone Studio, where rows of some of the finest natural stone slabs in the world fill its 23,000-square-foot warehouse/showroom in Austin.

hat’s popular? •W One of the most frequent requests we get from customers is to view our quartz slabs for countertops. Its durable, stain- and scratchresistant nature makes quartz a top choice for families. dvice for the non•A professional? We encourage our customers to bring in their blueprints or photos of kitchens that inspire them so that we can get an idea of their vision.

Kitchen project outfitted in Calacatta Macchia Vecchia Marble, imported from Italy. This marble is one of the finest in the world due to its unique veining and colors.

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PUBLIC MEETS PRIVATE This past year has proven that it is a necessity to have areas one can retreat to for work or relaxation, without sounds or distractions. Public spaces are areas where we entertain and families congregate, and private spaces are those that can be closed off from others. The key to a great floor plan is the perfect balance of both.

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Remodeling accounts for most of Etch Design Group’s business, so it’s only natural that its team leads with how to transform a home, seamlessly. Win-wins mean everything to principal designers Stephanie Lindsey and Jessica Nelson, who love to bridge gaps with their full-service firm: creating beautiful, functional spaces, while ensuring clients feel heard and employees feel valued; balancing the goals with the constraints of a project for the best solution; and striving to find the line between purpose and beauty in every design. “We zoom out and think from a high-level view,” they say. “When clients come with a vision, we take that idea and multiply it.” Color, pattern and wallpaper have made their way into Etch’s recent projects, as homeowners continue to move away from gray. “Color and pattern create an inspiring space, and wallpaper brings both worlds together, magically,” they say.

Top Classic fi nishes mixed with modern elements create a stunning and functional kitchen. Right This dining room highlights wallpaper, paneling, color, pattern and a whole lot of energy. Center Katie Kime wallpaper sets the tone for this powder room, with decorative elements selected to complement this eye-catching feature. Far right Classic features, such as inset cabinetry, brass accents and traditional elements, create a peaceful bathroom retreat. Photography Cate Black

ENVIRONMENT IS EVERYTHING Think about how you would feel working on a laptop on an airplane versus in a tropical oasis. “If you feel lackluster about your surroundings, it’s easy to feel stressed and anxious,” Lindsey and Nelson say. “If you feel inspired by your surroundings, it’s easier to be at peace and think clearly.”

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RESIDENTIAL RENAISSANCE Tastemaker and designer Killy Scheer shares key components of today’s newly outfitted homes. •H otel vibes: “People want in-home bars that feel like the luxury lounges and restaurants they love going to. Moody colors, textured wall treatments, integrated appliances and cabinetry for easy access to drink making.” •P ersonality-filled powder rooms: “Clients are excited about powder rooms, which is fun for designers. We encourage clients to take more risks—wild wallpaper, unexpected lighting, special mirrors—because they’re not necessarily for function, but rather for guest use and personal enjoyment.”

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A home has long been a central source of security, identity, belonging and privacy. Today, homes are layered with even more purpose and functions, with versatility at their core. Interior designer Killy Scheer sees her clients spending more time at their

haos-free zones: •C “More people want home gym spaces and meditation/relaxation rooms: quiet spaces for yoga, reflection and a light workout, but mostly a place to escape and decompress.” • I nspiring closets: “Closets are great spaces for making a big impact and making the experience of selecting clothing and getting dressed special.” •W ondrous wallcoverings: “People often say they are surprised that wallpaper is back. I never thought it left. (We’ve always been staunch supporters of wallpaper use).”

homes, seeking personalized environments for learning, working, exercising, relaxing and resting. Killy’s work as a designer is executed with a passionate responsibility to positively affect her clients’ lives. She designs in direct response to how the individual wants to live. “Some people want their kitchens to be the hub of the home, while others want it to disappear and feel like an extension of the living room,” she explains. “We are building in functionality in ways that are aesthetically pleasing or are not at all visible. Work spaces are functional during the day, then fold away and convert into family rooms at night. Design has the power to transform, and often dictate, how we live.”

Above Clean, contemporary and tailored, but textural, the home office features a custom-designed desk. Top Orange punctuates the game room of this East Texas family retreat. Far left The living room melds transitional pieces with vintage and modern elements, anchored by a vintage Turkish rug and topped with a midcentury chrome chandelier. Left The primary bath in a 1932 Dutch Colonial home was a 1980s addition. The goal was to make it blend more cohesively with the rest of the house. Photography Above by Molly Culver; Top, Far left & Left by Ryann Ford

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Architecture: Mark D. Hoesterey, SHM Architects Interior Design: Leigh H. Mall, SHM Architects Home Builder: Mark Danuser, Tatum Brown Custom Homes Landscape Architecture: Mary Ellen Cowan, MESA Design Group

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e often think of houses as objects,” architect Mark D. Hoesterey says of a perspective he feels can quickly compromise the harmony between structure and site. “But if you can be humble in your approach, the result is a better marriage between nature and architecture, each making the other stronger.” Hoesterey recently drove home this point on a 1.4-acre Dallas lot bisected by a creek. “We saw that adding a house would allow us to elevate the site by framing different views—by giving the promise of the property a big hug,” he recalls. With that visual in mind—and the aim of creating a flexible floorplan for a young family that grew by three children during the four-year project— Hoesterey and builder Mark Danuser created an L-shaped house with arms “that work their way into the environment,” Hoesterey notes. One arm features a creek-spanning, glass-walled bridge connecting the garage and guest quarters to the main living spaces. Another contains the main bedroom suite, which overlooks a guest house and a curved, negative-edge pool appearing to spill its contents right into the creek. A stone path leading from the driveway on one side of the waterway to the front door on the other offers an even more dramatic interaction with the land. “You start high, and then you’re down low— in the creek, essentially—and then you come back up on the other side,” Hoesterey says of the entry sequence. “It’s a long way to the front door but making that walk an experience helps create more appreciation for the site—and then when you enter the house, the views toward the pool really open up.” In other words, the design unfolds instead of revealing everything at once. Guests owe that sense of discovery not just to the architecture but also to how the structure facilitates enjoyment of the property, revitalized with a series of natural and hardscaped spaces by landscape designer Mary Ellen Cowan. “We didn’t try to incorporate all our tricks and make the home showy, because the grounds have so many beautiful things we could capture,” Hoesterey

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explains. The kitchen and family room, for example, open to the outdoors on two sides via floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, offering views of both the entry court and the pool. “They’re sort of the heart of the home, but also the heart of the property,” says Hoesterey. Vying for that title, the adjacent bridge structure encloses the dining room, bar and lounge in glass while providing views up and down the creek. The space also creates a literal connection to the outdoors with a white-oak ceiling appearing to pass right through the windows and become exterior soffits. Interior designer Leigh H. Mall, working with junior designer Becky Baker, repeated this technique throughout the house. She incorporated honed Lueders limestone floors passing from the kitchen and family room out onto adjacent terraces; a light interior wall color blending with the exterior’s stucco façades; and a palette of warm woods, brushed metals, leathered stones and quiet colors nodding to the natural surroundings. “There were little elements we added for interest,” she explains, noting details ranging from sculptural light fixtures to patterned decorative tile, “but with this architecture and landscape, we didn’t need to try too hard.” And that suited the homeowners just fine. “We wanted to keep things simple and clean without overdoing it,” the wife says. “We were so drawn to the white oak, which was used for our kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, and we kept going back to pairing that warm wood with clean white countertops and quiet gray tones.” She did, however, leave her comfort zone every now and again, approving an emerald-green tufted sofa for the bridge lounge area, and a blue marble kitchen backsplash complementing the family room’s soapstone fireplace. “These touches of color and texture incorporate a warm, grounding element that’s important when the rooms are so large and exposed to the outdoors,” Mall notes. They also contribute to the sense of surprise this dwelling was designed to provide. “The house offers something different throughout the day and throughout the seasons from every room,” Hoesterey says. “It’s not just an object; it really is an experience.”

A glass-and-steel pivot door fabricated by Arte de Arquitectura de Mexico Inc. makes for a dramatic transition from front porch to entry, which features limestone floors and a white-oak clad wall. Mockingbird Made fabricated the pecan-wood console table, its dark base complementing the Arpel Lighting pendant. Existing art is by Galen Cheney.

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Above: RH’s Italia track-arm sofas in a charcoal linen weave and Glass Globe Mobile chandelier make a statement in the family room overlooking an outdoor living space. Opposite: Subtle textures and patterns enliven the family room’s cool palette of grays and whites, including honed soapstone slabs on the fireplace wall. A rug from Interior Resources and the Canaletto walnut top on Cattelan Italia’s Lingotto coffee table continue the textural effect.

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Right: The game room bar includes Industry West barstools, a wall of cinder-gray marble tiles from Artistic Tile and custom white-oak cabinetry fabricated by Douglas Cabinetry. Galen Cheney art is from the owners’ collection. Opposite: Walls painted SherwinWilliams’ Eider White throughout help highlight sculptural furnishings including the bridge bar area’s tufted-velvet Cirrus sofa by Article paired with a trio of Cattelan Italia’s Billy Keramik coffee tables.

Above: Kitchen cabinetry fabricated by Bentwood of Dallas mixes with Arctic White quartz countertops from MSI and a Bardiglio marble backsplash from The Stone Collection. Matthew McCormick Mila pendants create a streamlined look. Opposite: The breakfast nook contains RH’s Aero marble oval dining table, About A Chair 22 armchairs from Design Within Reach and Stickbulb’s LED Linear Suspension Light. The rug is Chilewich.

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To span the property’s creek, which runs between the street-access side of the lot and the primary building site, architect Mark D. Hoesterey designed a bridge connecting the garage and guest quarters with the main living spaces.

Above: In the vaulted main bedroom, the custom headboard is covered in contrasting velvets from Anzea and Pindler. Armchairs from Mecox top a rug from Loloi’s Vaughn collection. Art by Nick Gaetano is from the owners’ collection. Opposite: Natural plantings rich in texture and movement selected by MESA Design Group surround the firepit area, which is furnished with Janus et Cie’s Nodi lounge chairs.

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Sophisticated yet fearless interiors invigorate a family residence in Houston.

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Interior Design: Jenny Vorhoff, Studio Riga Home Builder: Brandon Bowles and Wade Bowles, Total Restoration Ltd.

ome designers find inspiration in a color palette. Others may look to textiles or art. But Jenny Vorhoff always begins with the homeowners and their story. “They could be the subjects in a Slim Aarons photograph,” Vorhoff says of Houston client Allison O’Neill and her husband. “They’re classic and chic but total individuals—she loves ‘pretty’ and ‘punchy’ while he leans toward ‘handsome’ and ‘streamlined.’ ” When revamping their new River Oaks house, Vorhoff wanted the overall design to land somewhere in middle while giving each owner “moments” in separate areas throughout—something that wasn’t doable in their previous residence. That previous residence was a loft apartment in Manhattan. Converted from a working ice house, it felt cold, and its open floor plan offered little privacy and even less separation of spaces. When the couple with two daughters relocated to Houston, they wanted to say goodbye to loft living and all things industrial and minimal. “We only knew a few people here and they all lived in River Oaks, so we didn’t search anywhere else,” Allison recalls. “It’s idyllic, with oak tree-lined streets and sprawling lawns with children at play.” To help them feel at home in their new city, they imagined a residence with that same sense of charm, graciousness and vibrancy. And so the family quickly settled into this 1930s brick two-story house—a hybrid of French and English styles—hallmarked by all of the architectural appointments of the era. Crown molding, paneled walls and oak matchstick floors make it a complete departure from their former loft. And the traditional framework gave Vorhoff freedom to take the decor in a more daring direction than she would have in a contemporary setting, which the fearless couple gave her creative license to do. “We hung all our choices on the traditional elements,” explains Vorhoff, crediting builders Wade Bowles and Brandon Bowles, whose project manager was Steve Page, for myriad things like repainting and installing wallpaper. “The architecture really allowed us to stretch ourselves.” Locally sourced accessories and pillows add vibrant color, texture and pattern to every corner, grounded by antiques nodding to the home’s history.

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All the while, Vorhoff brought a similar philosophy for layering to each space in order to create consistency and infuse the owners’ personalities. “Rooms don’t need to coordinate,” she says. “You can have a cohesive look as long as the elements—colors, textures and scales— complement one another.” In the dining room, for example, an ethnic-inspired Peter Fasano wallpaper pushes the boundaries of the inherent English architectural flair, while the dining chair fabric—Rose Cumming’s Delphinium—brings it full circle with an English Country feel. Intricate millwork in a waxy shade of green melds those two patterns with each other and the garden outside. On the other end of the spectrum, the living room’s milky-white walls and solid upholstery allow a contemporary painting by Joanne Hastie and a juicy-hued Missoni rug to take center stage. And the kitchen area features classic white walls punctuated with an Alex Frankel abstract featuring tangerine and cerulean hues, which carry over into the family room by way of the Melas geometric pattern of a vintage Turkish rug and the art flanking a limestone mantel. Even the tiniest of spaces packs a punch. Beneath the stairwell, a textured vinyl wallcovering resembling lapis mosaic tiles wraps the walls of a jewel box powder bathroom. Notes Vorhoff, “We adored that it was not a competing ‘patterned’ paper with the graphic entry.” The custom vanity— repurposed from an antique giltwood demilune console and skirted with crewelwork on linen— offers further proof that some of the greatest gifts come in small packages. But perhaps most striking is the nearby entry, where almost-ocher painted paneling greets guests with the same warm Texas welcome the couple enjoyed upon arriving to town. “While scheming, we allowed one design decision to inform the next—with the exception of this space,” Vorhoff recalls. “We waited for that ‘aha’ moment, and it came in the form of the paint color we selected for the walls.” The exuberant shade echoes the energy of this young family, offering an unexpected touch that just felt right. “Every house should have an element of surprise, and I love that this one is in the entry,” Vorhoff explains. “It makes a strong first impression and gets guests excited to experience what’s next.”

Paneled walls painted Benjamin Moore’s Golden Bounty set the tone for the interiors, radiating a sunny sensibility among refined antiques including the 19th-century Louis Phillipe chest from Huff Harrington in Atlanta and a lamp from Antique Pavilion. A Couristan Cape Town Collection Antelope runner leads upstairs.

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Vibrant colors and modern appointments meld with plush upholstery and large-scale furnishings in the family room. Here, Century’s Marin sofas anchor the space atop a rug from Nashville Rug Gallery. A chandelier from Circa Lighting illuminates the room.

Above: Benjamin Moore’s Peale Green coats cabinetry fabricated by Total Restoration Ltd. in the butler’s pantry, which pairs a Waterworks tile backsplash with a walnut butcher block countertop. Opposite: Custom-colored Peter Fasano Samburu wallpaper appears in the dining room featuring Dessin Fournir chairs upholstered by Creative Style Furniture in a Rose Cumming fabric. Vintage lamps with shades in Brunschwig & Fils Les Touches pattern, a Mr. Brown London Aberdeen chandelier and Angela Chrusciaki Blehm art from Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design in Des Moines, Iowa, complete the bold space.

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Rattan and floral prints appear in a girl’s bedroom. Scalloped-edge bedding from Biscuit Home trimmed in marigold complements the Nina Campbell wallcovering and Anna Spiro Textiles draperies. Lighting includes a Palecek chandelier and heirloom vintage lamps on CB2 consoles. The rug is Dash & Albert.

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Right: Natural light filters into the main bathroom through a bamboo shade from The Shade Store. Art from The Colour Study adds a pop of color to the serene space. Opposite: A punchy Pierre Frey wallpaper leads to the main bedroom suite featuring walls coated in Benjamin Moore Ashen Tan. The retreat’s sophisticated decor includes a Noir Ferret bed and Made Goods nightstands.

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NEW DIMENSIONS Meet an Austin artist blurring the lines between paintings and sculpture.

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ustin artist Elizabeth Chapin built her backyard studio as a complement to the historic Victorian residence she renovated a stone’s throw away. The 225-square-foot workspace has since become a canvas of sorts, its expansive white walls and floors caked in layers of splattered paint. Piled high with fabric, sequins, beads, gold leaf—and even herbs like lavender—the studio is a physical manifestation of Chapin’s freeflowing process. “I’ll place canvases on the floor and pour paint all over them,” she says. “When I stop thinking and I’m just working and creating, that’s when I feel most content.” That desire to constantly create led Chapin—historically a portrait painter—to debut what she calls “sculptural drawings” at her 2019 solo exhibition “Deconstructing Nostalgia” with Wally Workman Gallery. For these, she painted large-scale figures onto stretched canvas, cut them out and stuffed them with Poly-fil before stitching them closed and incorporating myriad materials like tulle, fringe, plexiglass and free-bent neon. “It gave me permission to expand this idea of paintings as sculpture,” she notes, “and each one is becoming bigger, more architectural.” Such 3D portraiture is now Chapin’s main focus, reflected in the dozen new works showcased at her most recent show this year. While Chapin casts a wide net for materials to bring her ideas to life, she often explores specific themes. Her most recent exhibition examined the effects of social media on females, for example, a topic significant to Chapin as the mother of young adults. In fact, she enlisted her daughter, son and their friends to pose as models. Inspired by the Neoclassical marble sculpture, The Three Graces, one of these lifesize sculptural drawings depicts three females taking selfies in an illuminated shower featuring a chiffon curtain, parachute cord water and gilded drain. “It’s like I’m creating sets for theater,” she laughs. “I love that everything is coming together in a way I didn’t expect.” But as Chapin’s art continues to evolve, her studio remains a constant backdrop—ripe for new layers of splashed paint. “Now when I imagine painting a person, it’s as a sculpture within a space rather than on canvas stretcher bars,” Chapin notes. “I’m excited to see where this takes me.”

Color and expression pervade the life and oeuvre of Austin artist Elizabeth Chapin, as is evident in her paint-splattered 225-square-foot studio. Chapin's unique body of work includes what she calls “sculptural drawings” featuring large-scale portrait paintings she cuts out and stuffs for a 3D effect.

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Interior Design: Sara Malek Barney, BANDD Design

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or a homeowner with nearly all her children fledged, this Austin residence offered the opportunity to fashion a place tailored to her own desires while still meeting the needs of her family. “She’d never really loved her home and finally wanted to invest in creating something remarkable,” says designer Sara Malek Barney, who immediately envisioned a sophisticated but welcoming mix of colors, patterns and textures. “It was a sea of white,” the designer recalls of her first visit. However, she didn’t want to paint it out completely, opting instead to leave enough open space for a perpetually fresh and uncluttered feel. With the ground floor essentially a great room combining open living, kitchen and dining areas, Barney began by defining each space with varying shades of blue: Farrow & Ball’s deep Hague Blue for the kitchen cabinetry, a denim-hued banquette for the dining table and more silvery tones for the living room sofas, adjoining armchairs and rugs. The designer was hoping to add complementary colors when, to her delight, the client revealed a red contemporary artwork she had brought back from La Fondation Maeght in France. “From there we were able to bring in warm tones like oranges,” Barney says, pointing to accent pillows as well as the caramel velvet of the kitchen’s counter stools. Those warm additions harmonize the furnishings with the natural wood floors and cabinetry, including the custom units flanking the living room fireplace. The owner eschewed a television in this space—a media room upstairs fulfilled that need—leaving no need for concealed storage, which allowed Barney to lighten things even more with caned doors. “We didn’t think we could exactly match the floors—and didn’t want to be too matchy-matchy—so the caning breaks up all the wood,” she explains. Having no television also allowed them to incorporate something more refined: a striking feather artwork from Natural Curiosities. For equally impactful pieces elsewhere, including the abstract in the foyer, Barney worked with Susannah Morgan of SKM Art Advising. “The client also liked earthy materials, so we discussed how to layer in antiques and handmade items as well,” continues the designer. To that

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end, you’ll find notable pieces including a hand-hammered iron ladder in the great room offering a contemporary nod to Southwest style; a handcrafted walnut desk in the office, where Barney also had local woodworker Jon Parry build floor-to-ceiling cabinets; and an antique Chinese bench in the hall leading to the main bedroom. Patterns, too, enliven every space along the way, “but we didn’t want to push it,” Barney notes. Instead, they sought smaller-scale prints almost appearing as solids from a distance. “We didn’t want anything too unusual or wild, so it’s dots and stripes for a classic look,” she adds. There is one surprise though: an ink-blot pattern selected for the cushion in a window seat cleverly crafted out of an unused area under the stairs. Custom elements such as these helped further elevate the interiors. The residence also proved a chance for Barney to introduce the owner to one of her greatest loves: statement-making wallpaper. “I’ll take any excuse to use it,” the designer jokes—and she means it. Not only does it line a downstairs powder bathroom in the form of a dark and brooding seascape, it has also taken the laundry room “from blah to beautiful,” describes Barney, thanks to a fabric-like pattern. And it adds a colorful punch on the daughter’s bedroom ceiling and inside her bookshelves. Elsewhere, the designer further flexed her muscles with impactful lighting, finding an ultra-modern pendant by Australian industrial designer Christopher Boots for the dining area. But perhaps the most important space is the client’s main bedroom. “It’s hers and no one else’s,” says Barney, who employed a subdued wash of color to create an ambience that’s feminine without being girly. And it’s also comfortable enough for the homeowner to enjoy all day if she desires—something she’d never been able to do in previous houses. “We stayed within my client’s comfort zone but pushed her creatively,” explains Barney, and the result is uplifting with plenty of white space to keep things airy. “A house can also feel homey without tons of stuff in it,” she adds. “This is a new chapter in her life, and everything here has a purpose.”

Designer Sara Malek Barney carved out a cozy window seat under the stairway, adding a cushion fabricated in Perennials Ink Blot fabric and a Generation Lighting sconce.

The Broderick dining area table and Fritz Rope side chairs from Palecek mingle with a Thibaut banquette from Verellen, all below Christopher Boots’ Phasmida pendant. Above an Oly buffet hangs the Bronson mirror from Croft House. The rug is Feizy.

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CR Laine sofas and Lee chairs provide ample seating in the living room around Four Hands coffee tables, all atop a Feizy rug. The ladder is Oly. Art from Natural Curiosities is flanked by shelving fabricated by Jon Parry of Something Old Something New Woodwork.

Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue adds drama on cabinetry in the kitchen, which features Worlds Away counter stools and a vintage rug sourced from Chairish. Rebecca Atwood fabric enlivens the window shade near an Apparatus Trapeze sconce.

“ We stayed within my client’s comfort zone but pushed her creatively.” –SARA MALEK BARNEY

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Above: Osborne & Little’s Marmara wallpaper brings a seascape feel to the powder bathroom, joined by a Rejuvenation mirror and a window shade in Fabricut’s Cyclorama print. Opposite: In the main bedroom suite, Currey & Company chests, Arteriors lamps and Julian Chichester Tear Drop mirrors flank a Charleston Forge canopy bed. Oly’s Meri Drum chandelier, a Ben Soleimani rug and draperies in Schumacher’s Tashmoo material infuse subtle pattern.

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