Luxe Magazine - May/June 2022 Dallas by Luxe Interiors + Design Magazine

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EDITOR'S LETTER

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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.

Radar 90

NEWSWORTHY The modern wellness community is planting roots in the Southeast.

AS TOLD TO Thomas Kligerman muses on classic New England architecture.

LAUNCH Three of-the-moment product launches exploring traditional methods and motifs.

Market 120

M AT E R I A L Brilliant hardware shines bright against sleek surfaces.

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TREND The latest avant-garde fashions translate far beyond the runway.

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SPOTLIGHT Charming lamps star in sweet tableside vignettes.

Living

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K I TC H E N + B AT H An elegant kitchen becomes one designer’s own personal haven.

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One With Nature

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Rooted in Tradition

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Considerations of both site and surroundings prove paramount in a thoughtfully executed Austin abode.

A Houston artist with traditional training evolves into an abstract painter unafraid of bending the rules.

The client’s New Orleans heritage forms the foundation for her family’s newly built home in Houston.

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with panels of hand-painted de Gournay silk. A Milan chair and ottoman from the Jan Showers Collection top a floor covering from Truett Fine Carpets & Rugs. The chandelier is a 1940s French design. Page 188

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What Sustains Us

For this issue on The Power of Architecture, I’ve been reflecting on its purpose and meaning. Aside from shelter, security and function, architecture serves as a spatial arrangement that forges communities and speaks to the culture of a place. At best, the spaces that surround us enrich the quality of interactions we have within them. It’s the reason we feel peaceful while sitting by a poolside loggia or happiness when ascending a stairwell with a view of nature. Our homes, and the buildings we encounter in our daily lives, also reveal much about how we see ourselves. The potency of architecture lies in its ability to innovate through materiality and design, to push us to think diﬀerently about our environment, and, most importantly, to lift the human spirit.

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The Power of Architecture: A Colorado abode conceived by architecture and design firm Rowland+Broughton (far left). The exterior of a Seattle home designed by Ohashi Landscape Services (near left). Dana Lynch Design Ltd. imagined an outdoor oasis for an Atlanta family (below). A welcoming entry to a Los Angeles home by Massucco Warner Interior Design (bottom left).

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THE LANGUAGE OF BEAUTY IN AFRICAN ART AT KIMBELL ART MUSEUM Don’t miss “The Language of Beauty in African Art,” currently on display at Fort Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum through July 31. The museum’s first major exhibition in 25 years to focus solely on works from Africa, it showcases more than 200 masks, sculptures and figures from cultures in West, Central and South Africa, mostly dating to the late-19th and early-20th centuries. All pieces were selected from museums and private collections around the world by exhibition curator Constantine Petridis, Ph.D. The Kimbell is the only venue, apart from the Art Institute of Chicago, to showcase the richness and variety of African art through these carefully curated objects. Jennifer Casler Price, the Kimbell’s curator of Asian, African and Ancient American art and the exhibition’s coordinating curator, says, “It not only recognizes the richness and variety of African art, but also demonstrates that despite the wide cultural diversity of a vast continent, there is also unity that speaks to a shared humanity and explains why art matters.” kimbellart.org

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compassionate. Her work is unique, and her portfolio is varied. I knew she could translate my ideas into reality. Your goal? A warm, intimate and inviting space. Designers are seeking meaningful places to pop into and want to feel as though they stumbled upon a true find. Describe the result. A setting unique to Dallas where designers can experience our natural textiles in a whole new way. I wanted it to have color but be a grounding, welcoming and fuss-free yet elevated space, so we brought in green and moody denim blue with warm woods. I love the plywood wall; it has become a Kufri signature!

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Known for her beautiful and sustainably woven textiles that convey a refined modernity, Kufri founder Mili Suleman recently embarked on a transformation of her intimate Dallas showroom. Helmed by designer Jean Liu, the redesign created a space that’s “small but mighty,” describes Suleman, who recently shared all the details with us. kufrilifefabrics.com

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Basking in the sunlight streaming through large windows, the new 850-square-foot Dallas office of Lindley Arthur Interiors, particularly its presentation room, could easily double as a cozy lounge. Brought to life under the discerning eye of designer Lindley Arthur and associate designers Callie Fort, Nicole Groth and Katie Head, it has all the flourishes of a well-designed home: a Phillip Jeffries wallcovering, a Gracie wallpaper panel, Quadrille Roman shades and even Visual Comfort lighting. “We wanted the office to house our growing sample library, so we designed the space with lots of storage,” explains Arthur, who brought in plenty of seagrass baskets and clean white storage stations. “We also introduced the presentation room, which we purposefully designed to look like a living space. It welcomes clients as soon as they walk in.” lindleyarthur.com

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Don’t let The Sterling’s resort-like ambience fool you. While it may resemble a luxury hotel rising seven stories above Regent Square Park in Houston, in actuality, The Sterling debuted this winter as an addition to the city’s lavish rental market. Managed by GID’s multifamily affiliate Windsor Communities, the 590-unit mid-rise comprises studios with separate sleeping alcoves and thoughtfully conceived one-bedroom and two-bedroom units—with generous walk-in closets and private outdoor spaces appointed in select suites. With access to 60,000 square feet of exterior perks, you’ll find a 102-foot-long pool flanked by cabanas, multiple lawns with outdoor games and even a covered indoor-outdoor veranda with a bar and lounge. Residents can thank Arch-Con, the general contractor for the project, which was designed by architectural placemaking practice CBT in conjunction with Houston landscape architecture firm OJB. thesterlinghouston.com

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Working in Bryan-College Station, equidistant from both Austin and Houston, Hailey Kolbe is not only the founder and lead designer behind Hailey Kolbe Design, but also the mastermind behind Mentorship by Hailey, a program she founded in 2020 to help interior design businesses thrive. Read on as she reveals more about her vision and passion. haileykolbe.com Tell us about Mentorship by Hailey. It’s best suited for design entrepreneurs working to improve their systems, efficiencies, margins, client relations and processes. No matter how small or large a firm, I believe it should be profitable from day one—organized, refined and prepared to grow

and provide each client with exceptional service. Who participates? Interior designers. We meet virtually most often, especially for those not local to or established in Texas. Why a mentorship program? It was formed out of a need I once had as a young designer trying not only to find my way in the design world, but also to have a thriving business. I started it to help support those who are not quite ready to hire a business coach. What is your goal? To provide support that is tailored to each client and the challenges they face. I also aspire to be someone they can trust for guidance as they build and grow a successful business.

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CHRISTOPHER MARTIN GALLERY Christopher Martin Gallery has added Houston to its growing list of locations that already includes Dallas and, further afield, Colorado’s Aspen and Vail. “In addition to being home to a large portion of our private collectors, Houston is a dynamic and trend-setting art community—one that we’ve wanted to be an integral part of for some time,” says celebrated painter and gallerist Christopher Martin. “When this prime Upper Kirby District Gallery Row space became available last year, we knew we had to jump on it immediately. And we can’t wait to introduce Houstonians to the impactful offerings of our carefully curated roster of artists.” With that in mind, clients and art enthusiasts visiting the sophisticated new 2,000-square-foot space will find work by the likes of Christopher Martin, Paul Bloch, Kinga Czerska, Ysabel LeMay, Jeff Muhs, David Middlebrook, Steve Wrubel and more. christophermartingallery.com

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ome 400 years ago, the Ludovisi family of Rome, Italy, began producing expertly crafted clay roof tiles. By the late 1800s, their descendant, Carl Ludowici, was using the unique form of old-world craftsmanship that had been passed down to him at a roof tile factory in Chicago, Illinois. His products gained immense popularity—for their authenticity, luxuriousness and versatility—and led to the expansion of several factories until the company settled in New Lexington, Ohio. Today, Ludowici tiles are still made there, and they’ve become revered worldwide for their distinctive look and sustainable, long-lasting beauty. Best of all (in the eyes of many architects, designers and homeowners), the company’s 130-plus years of honing the craft has invited creativity. A broad range of color and texture options bring endless inspiration.

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HOMEOWNERS WHO PRIORITIZE HOLISTIC HEALTH IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS ARE LOOKING TO THE SOUTH—WHERE WELLNESS COMMUNITIES AND AGRIHOODS ARE RISING FAST. W R I T T E N B Y K AT H R Y N O ’ S H E A- E VA N S

It’s not often that a kid’s birthday party will change your life. But for Monica Olsen, who hosted her son’s fourth fête at Serenbe, a wellness community 32 miles from her then-home in Atlanta, it was a transformative experience. “We had a pony party at the gorgeous stables which were designed by architect Peter Block and it was this magical day,” she recalls. “We thought, ‘Maybe we should just stop at the real estate office while we’re here…’ They pointed out a house, we bought it and basically never left!”

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Founded in 2005, Serenbe is tailormade to help residents live their best lives. It’s outfitted with a new 3,000-squarefoot spa, yoga studio, swim club, artist in residence program, lush hiking trails and many more wellness-geared elements that make it idyllic to say the least. And, it’s gaining traction: The community had around 100 residents when Olsen purchased her home in 2009, and boasts 1,000 today. All properties there—including townhouses, cottages and estates, most of which look more like

they’re in Scandinavia than Georgia— are EarthCraft certified. (Translation: they’re energy and water efficient, saving 30 percent of the energy costs of a typical home.) And Serenbe is not the only Southern community that epitomizes the notion that health is wealth. “Agrihood”—planned developments that mingle sustainablybuilt real estate and farm-to-your-owntable amenities—is booming. Just miles from downtown Asheville, North Carolina, 346-acre community Olivette Riverside

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on premises have access to wellness offerings that range from sound bathing to an aerial yoga platform. And yes—the untrammeled wilderness is a huge part of the allure too. Only 20 miles from Charleston is the new Kiawah River, where half of the 2,000-acre waterfront community will remain entirely wild and untouched. Protecting the natural world here is vitally important to this agrihood, which includes The Goatery—a farm dedicated

to artisanal goat milk products—beehives and pasture-raised cattle as well as myriad farms for produce. Residents can also enjoy maritime forest trails where everything from bald eagle pairings to migrating monarch butterflies are frequently spotted. “We love the community and people,” Kiawah River homeowner Megan Hendricks says. “But most of all, we love the wildlife we get to see every day while walking on the paths by the river.”

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Clockwise from top: A tranquil porch setting at Kiawah River outside of Charleston. Olivette Riverside Community & Farm near Asheville, North Carolina, features an abundance of walking trails. A luxurious spa treatment room at Blackberry Mountain in Tennessee. Previous page: The labyrinth is a peaceful place to commune with nature at Serenbe located near Atlanta.

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When I close my eyes and imagine a house, I picture the sounds it makes: footsteps on the staircase, slamming screen doors, faint voices from downstairs while falling asleep. If someone asked me where I’d choose to live out my days, I’d say a Shingle style home because they reverberate like a drum. My connection to buildings has always been visceral. By the time I left for college, I had lived in 10 houses— saltboxes up and down Connecticut; apartments in New York, London and Paris; an adobe in New Mexico. My father’s work moved us often, but summers were always for sailing in Rhode Island, which is where my love for shingled homes cemented. Shingle style architecture emerged in Newport in 1876, combining the simple forms of early Colonial buildings with the quirks of Victorian Stick style. The 1880s were fascinating years—everything was brave and new. During this time, rooms grew from small, symmetrical boxes into episodic progressions with

abstract shapes and enormous doors that opened onto terraces. These homes weren’t trying to be Italianate villas or French chateaus. Here was an American style. I’m grouped with classical architects, but I’m a closet modernist who is always pushing to see how modern traditional homes can become—yet I never want to lose sight of what people love about them. Shingles are a medium that encourages daring design because they’re so lightweight. You can have soaring cantilevers and chimneys that look like great blades dropped from the heavens. With shingles, you can make a home look like the sail of a boat filled with air. Have you ever sat on the porch of a shingled house in the rain? There’s this wonderful, cozy scent from the cedar that brings comfort like a favorite sweater. That’s the thing; no matter who you are, whether you live in Santa Fe or Seal Harbor, the draw of home is strong for Americans. And Shingle style buildings don’t look like houses, they look—and feel—like homes.

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Parisian designer Vincent Darré’s fantastical collection with OKA includes the Spiral Lamp & Shade, XIV Mirror, Gemini Vase and Lyric Console Table.

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As British retailer OKA expands its horizons stateside—it arrived in Dallas last November and will open in Westport, Connecticut, in September—a new collection with French designer Vincent Darré is next on the agenda. Darré, a former fashion heavyweight, captured the imagination of Sue Jones, Co-Founder and Creative Director of OKA, with his Cocteau-esque interiors. “Seeing Vincent’s work in the flesh excited me about the prospect of a collaboration,” recalls Jones after an early visit to Darré’s Paris atelier. “Everything he touches has a sense of drama to it.” For the duo’s tightly edited four-piece collection, Darré channeled OKA’s aristocratic-meets-bohemian style—a look that reminds him of photographer Cecil Beaton’s work—while also referencing the Neoclassical era and romantic 18th-century gardens. The result? Furnishings that work just as well in a group as they do individually. Included are a marble-topped console supported by ancient ruin-inspired legs, a column-like floor lamp (its spiral shade reminds Jones of a Philip Treacy hat), a black-and-white Grecian face vase and a mirror embellished with musical instruments and starfish. The playful collaboration allowed Jones and Darré to have a little fun while still championing true craftsmanship and creative ingenuity. oka.com

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Design is in Sara Hayat’s DNA. Since the 1870s, her family’s company M. Hayat & Bros. has produced luxury furnishings for everyone from royal households to prominent clients, including John F. Kennedy and his famous White House rocker. So, it comes as no surprise that the need to be creative eventually struck. Setting aside a career in finance, Colorado-based Hayat set her sights on made-to-order furniture with a debut collection comprising coﬀee, writing and dining tables, chairs and sofas, and inventive modular seating. Each of the designer’s pieces, which have their genesis in detailed drawings, are handbuilt by her family’s longstanding artisans in Peshawar, Pakistan. While her materials lean traditional (mahogany, marble, cane, brass inlay, leather and velvet), her forms (geometric, floral, stacked and beveled) are anything but ordinary. Hayat studied joinery and detailing techniques by researching her

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family’s archival catalogues in addition to referencing some of the world’s greats— Oscar Niemeyer and Pierre Paulin for further inspiration. She also became fascinated with contemporary automobile and fashion styles, making note of what she loved and which aesthetics she responded to emotionally. “Intentional design has the ability to uplift, and I want my furniture to do just that.” And her Tetris-inspired modular sofa provides a plum example. “People should be creative in how they use it,” Hayat explains, noting that the piece can morph from a sleek living room sofa into a fantastical object for play when deconstructed. “These pieces should dazzle, anchor us in the moment and remind us of what we can be.” As the newly minted furniture designer begins using her own pieces at home, she can’t help but reflect on what her parents instilled in her growing up. “My mother always believed that you should surround yourself with items that make you happy.” A legacy Hayat will surely continue to uphold. sara-hayat.com

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Delft by Plain English is a five-piece tile collection featuring designs inspired by antique tiles that decorate the founder’s own home. Children Playing I (background) and Sea Creatures (inset).

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Sometimes inspiration is right under one’s nose. Or in the case of Tony Niblock, co-founder of kitchen manufacturer Plain English, it was right over his Aga range, where an assortment of antique Delft tiles is proudly displayed. Niblock first started collecting the blueand-white squares after spotting them at a historic house in Yoxford, England, in the 1990s. Now, that passion has grown beyond adorning his own home and evolved into the company’s latest oﬀering, Delft by Plain English—a collection of handmade, hand-painted tiles inspired by his findings. “There’s a freshness about the color combination, isn’t there?” posits co-founder Katie Fontana. “And it’s so wonderful that there’s been a renewed interest and understanding around Delft tiles.” The tin-glazed earthenware tiles have been synonymous with the Netherlands since the 17th century when, impervious to heat or water, they became a functional— and charming—wall decoration for homes, public buildings and palaces across Europe. Plain English’s interpretation features figurative depictions of daily life, like children skipping, as well as fantastical scenes including a mermaid admiring her reflection—all in keeping with eclectic British style that is now back in vogue. “There is a naivete about them that people find appealing,” remarks Niblock. plainenglishdesign.co.uk

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Fancy Free Since opening his Beirut atelier nearly 30 years ago, Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika has been delighting fashion enthusiasts with glamorous creations. For his Spring/Summer couture show, memorable hallmarks included femme frocks, florals and feathers. Sweetly named First Kiss to celebrate the “delicious feeling of euphoria” that ensues, all 61 showstopping looks ushered in optimism and playfulness, as is evident by this intricately beaded pink skirt embellished with birds, georgeshobeika.com. butterflies and flowers. georgeshobeika.com

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The highly anticipated Schiaparelli show took place at Paris’ Petit Palais art museum, where the garments, like this treasure-like shift laden with fillagree including gems and pearls, rivaled the glamorous interiors. Under the direction of Texas-born Daniel Roseberry (the first American to helm a French couture house), the predominately black-and-white collection—complete with Schiaparelli’s signature gold adornments—was inspired by a mythical high priestess “at once goddess and alien, who might walk among us,” explains Roseberry. schiaparelli.com.

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Synonymous with all things high-fashion, Valentino’s Anatomy of Couture show beautifully challenged the industry’s status quo. Under Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli’s vision, diverse and dramatic silhouettes graced models of all sizes, ages and backgrounds. One particularly au courant look: a head-to-toe periwinkle ensemble that straddles the line between minimalism and maximalism, while remaining “soft and welcoming in the democratic spirit,” notes Piccioli. valentino.com.

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All Aglow FROM CONTEMPORARY TO CHARMING, THESE LAMPS FIND THEIR MATCH IN PETITE TABLES AND BLOOMING FLORALS. W R I T T E N A N D P R O D U C E D BY K AT H R Y N G I V E N A N D S A R A H S H E LT O N P H O T O G R A P H Y BY W I L L I A M A N D S U S A N B R I N S O N

GROWTH SPURT San Diego-based artisan Nicholas Pourfard’s articulating Mushroom Lamp is composed of two hand-crafted ceramics connected via a ball joint design, allowing for an intimate interaction between the lamp and glowing light source. Shown here in Fern Green glaze alongside an Aesthetic Movement-inspired Compton Table by Vaughan Designs, the statuesque piece is enveloped by an airy Soane Britain Floral Lattice fabric by Karun Thakar. lovehouseny.com, vaughandesigns.com, soane.co.uk

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FRENCH FLARE Galerie des Lampes’ aptly named Grasshopper Table Lamp walks the line between old world charm and modern-day whimsy. The slim antique nickel base leads to a gathered orange silklike lampshade that pops against Bennison’s winding Little Mimosa motif. Below, a Julian Chichester solid oak Duck Bill Side Table in hand-coated blackened brass makes for a fitting pairing. iatestastudio.com, bennisonfabrics.com, julianchichester.com

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ORGANIC MATTER With Julian Chichester’s brass Miro Side Table as gleaming support, the mixed material Dome Table Lamp commands attention in any room. Conceived by Rhode Island School of Design graduates turned Brooklyn design duo, In Common With, the lamp’s spherical top draws inspiration from traditional coil pot making—a process where bands of clay are stacked and smoothed to create a solid façade. Each dome is ripe with texture, further accentuating its handmade quality, which is beautifully highlighted here against a playful Jasmine and Frangipani floral by Karun Thakar. julianchichester.com, incommonwith.com, soane.co.uk

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PATTERN PLAY Hand-painted by English artist Sophie Coryndon for Soane Britain, the Verbascum Apothecary Table Lamp’s lovely floral design is inspired by Moorish earthenware jars that later became popular in Italian apothecaries during the 15th century. Coryndon’s limited-edition lighting collection features six unique motifs painted onto tulipwood bases. Perched atop Julian Chichester’s 18th Century Bedside oak table—and crowned with a Soane Britain Coral fabric shade—the vignette is completed by Namay Samay’s Viha floral textile. soane.co.uk, julianchichester.com, johnrosselli.com

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CROWN JEWEL Fermoie’s Red Marden lampshade adds a playful pop to a Mala Table Lamp from British lighting company, Hector Finch. The hand-cut, multi-faceted base is inspired by Italian Murano glass, while the rich blue color further accentuates its thoughtful shape and gem-like façade. Matching this time-honored aesthetic is a Vaughan Designs Newnham Etagère and ethereal Sarassa textile by Bennison. johnrosselli.com, hectorfinch.com, vaughandesigns.com, bennisonfabrics.com

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DOUBLE TROUBLE Created by Mexico City-based designer Maria Beckmann, and represented at Tuleste Factory in New York, the Paragus (left) and Acento lamps may be small in size, but they provide a hefty dose of ambiance. Available in a range of woods and metals, each lamp exudes a reflective warmth when illuminated and a striking visual accent when switched off. Seen here positioned on a walnut Post Side Table from Rose Tarlow Melrose House, the arresting tableaux is topped off with a Tissus d’Hélène Fleurs de Jouy textile. tulestefactory.com, rosetarlow.com, johnrosselli.com

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After 16 years, designer Dana Wolter knew it was time to upgrade her Birmingham, Alabama, kitchen. She soon whipped up a pretty, elegant and detail-filled scheme, but above all else, the space needed to stand the test of time. “I like to think of this room as timeless—a kitchen that will age well and get better the more you use it,” Wolter explains. To bring her well-aging vision to life, she opted for eternally exquisite materials like

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Calacatta gold marble countertops and unlacquered brass fittings, all of which patina with use and become more beautiful. Wolter also gave careful consideration to several special details, including delicate fluted cabinetry, a hidden marble spice rack above the range and a functional trough sink carved directly into the island. As Wolter learned first-hand, renovating your own space certainly comes with its perks. The designer tweaked and customized every element to align with how she wanted the space to function. One especially lovely area came about from moving walls around: A graceful display niche that houses silver and crystal tableware frequently used for meals.

Here, delicate curved stone motifs on the shelves echo detailing on the center island to tie the areas together. In contrast to the light, airy kitchen, Wolter had a bit more fun in the pantry, where a moody palette and graphic marble slab surfaces add a touch of drama. “My intention with the pantry was to repeat some of the finishes and treatments in the kitchen, and to make the rooms flow,” the designer explains. “But at the same time, I wanted the pantry to be a little bolder.” Ample storage, refrigerator drawers, and a second dishwasher allow the space to function as a workhorse and keep messes out of sight. A successful passion project, indeed! danawolterinteriors.com

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In designer Dana Wolter’s Birmingham, Alabama, kitchen, the pantry is painted Cheating Heart by Benjamin Moore and features honed Calacatta gold marble as well as a built-in Wolf coffee maker. Art by Wellon Bridgers rounds out the sleek scheme. Previous page: Urban Electric Co. pendant lights hang above the kitchen island, which is lined with Bradley stools upholstered in a Holly Hunt leather. The faucets are by House of Rohl, and Benjamin Moore’s Ballet White decorates the walls.

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PERFECT MATCH Two Minnesota-based design mainstays have joined forces to create Amherst, an artisan-crafted storage collection that allows for endless customization. Designed as a cabinet or kitchen island, shown, the piece marries Room & Board’s furniture expertise with Cambria’s stylish quartz surfaces. Choose from several sizes as well as wood finishes and countertop styles. An optional built-in undercounter refrigeration unit is available through True Residential. cambriausa.com, roomandboard.com

IMAGINATIVE EXPRESSION Worlds collide when titans of the textile and tile worlds join forces. New York-based fabric guru Lori Weitzner, known for an innovative approach to materiality, has found her latest source of inspiration in stone. Drawing on her past creations, Weitzner worked with Artistic Tile to create Adena, a finely detailed ombre mosaic available in Blue, Grey and Cream. The tile company used minute tesserae tile outlined in a subtle waterjet-cut scalloped frame for a graceful effect. artistictile.com

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Monogram recently debuted its first designer collection with Nashville-based talent Richard T. Anuszkiewicz, who is also the brand’s creative director. The sleek assortment includes statement-making ventilation hoods, shown, available in both brass and titanium, that are bound to create a dramatic focal point in the kitchen. Towering 96-inch-high refrigeration panels and custom hardware with leather-wrapped detailing are also among the new offerings. Anuszkiewicz notes that he wanted to make “pieces that were thought provoking and inspirational” and unlike anything currently on the market. Mission accomplished! monogram.com

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As a multidisciplinary artist, Alex Proba, who calls Brooklyn and Portland, Oregon, home, explores the emotional response to tonality, pattern and stimulation of the senses throughout her work. Now Proba is lending her eye to a new collaboration with Samsung to celebrate the growing popularity of bold colors in the world of interiors. Her limited-edition jungle print design (shown) features graphic shapes and bright hues that aim to bring a touch of the outdoors in. Available in Samsung’s classic Bespoke 4-Door Flex refrigeration model, this striking appliance is sure to spark happiness in the kitchen. samsung.com

HOT TAKE Taking inspiration from his childhood fascination with vintage race cars—namely the richly saturated shades trimmed in shiny metals and lush leather detailing— renowned designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard is introducing the Color Collection with La Cornue. Each luxurious range from the famed French brand, including the Château 150 shown in Grand Prix Grey, is made outside Paris and encompasses an old-world joie de vivre that has become known as the company’s hallmark. Choose from one of 10 vibrant colors expertly curated by Bullard. lacornueusa.com

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In West Palm Beach, interior designer Margaret Kaywell created a private office cum clubhouse for her client, melding Old Havana with Hollywood influences. Opposite: Seen through the foyer, the conference room has served as a remote school for the family’s children, a cards room for game nights and a dining space for catered events.

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bath, catering kitchen and common area, which is arguably the pièce de résistance, encompassing a bar, lounge and café-style workspace wrapped in CW Stockwell’s iconic Martinique wallpaper. Here and throughout, the interior designer drew inspiration from Old Havana nightclubs and Hollywood’s Golden Age, employing patinaed architectural details like louvred doors, decorative paneling and reclaimed flooring to evoke a historical ethos. “This was one of my most fulfilling creative endeavors,” shares Kaywell of the project. “It’s a really neat blend of office, country club and hip bar. It’s got a bit of everything— like alphabet soup!” kaywellinteriors.com

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Interior designer Margaret Kaywell’s client sought an office space of a different color. Namely, one that would inspire future ventures, and host friends and associates for work and play alike. He found his answer in a run-down bungalow in West Palm Beach, which Kaywell—in collaboration with MP Design & Architecture and Tim Givens Building & Remodeling—imagined as a sumptuous private clubhouse. Reworking the layout from the studs, Kaywell conceived a gracious foyer with velvet banquettes flanked by a conference-meets-dining room on one side, and a billiards room on the other. The floor plan also includes a private office, powder

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Designer Nina Magon faced a unique brief when it came to the media room of a young Houston-based family. “The husband is a serious cards player and wanted a designated place to call his poker room. His wife said, ‘Okay fine, but you need to share it with me and your child!’” So spurred plans for a space that bridges the divide between moody man cave, elegant lounge and kid-friendly play space. “It’s a universally fun room; it works for everything,” notes Magon, pointing to the custom six seat table (the exact headcount for poker night) and adjacent TV area with its wipeable ottoman that rolls away to accommodate a playmat. But the real hero of the space is the custom cabinetry, painted Sherwin-Williams’ Seaworthy, which chicly stashes vestiges of life with a toddler, or a gamesman, as the case may be. ninamagon.com

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A family’s early 1800s farmhouse in Litchfield, Connecticut, was a ground-up project—of sorts. Over the course of six years, and led by designer Susan Bednar Long, renovations were tackled phase-by-phase. By the time they set their sights on the unfinished attic, both designer and client had developed a keen sense of what was still missing—a workhorse. On the wish list: A well-appointed office, a gentleman’s lounge for cigar smoking and game nights, a sleep loft for family visits and a bevy of storage. While embracing the original beams and warm wood floors, Long set about modernizing the space with a cozy, masculine mood. Notably, in building out the crooked chimney, she created a stylish built-in

bar-meets-shelving unit wrapped in metallic Hermès wallpaper, which ingeniously serves as a partition between the lounge and office areas. Utilizing every solitary inch (while preserving an airy feel thanks to precisely scaled furnishings), the designer squeezed in a comfy window banquette, an 11-foot-long desk, a flatscreen TV and a sectional. Storage space abounds as well, including the antique home’s original, rehabilitated cubbies that now enclose back-of-house office supplies, camping gear and seasonal storage. “Only the pretty stuff is on view,” notes Long, adding, in the ultimate stamp of approval, “This was never an essential space, but it has become just that.” sblonginteriors.com

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REAL SPACES FOR REAL PEOPLE “I know what it’s like to have children and pets in the home,” Guess shares. “So I can relate to clients who don’t want to have to tiptoe around. They want to relax and unwind with their families and enjoy their spaces without stress or worry. That’s why we use only durable fabrics and finishes in our designs. They look and feel great, and stand the test of time without having to sacrifice aesthetic beauty for function.”

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People have had enough black, white and beige and are embracing today’s colorful new designs. The principal designer at Dallas’ renowned BGI Design, Amy Guess’ passion for color is what drew her from architecture school and

With her hands-on approach and passion for relationship building, Guess likes to keep BGI Design lean, approachable and open. “I love having a small design firm where I get to work closely with my associate designers!” she exclaims. “We share an office and design library with seven other firms, which is wonderful because it creates a sharing and cooperative atmosphere that is more about being supportive and less about being competitive.”

led her to interior design. “We get excited when a client loves the way we incorporate bold color,” Guess says. But that shared love of shades doesn’t mean that she imposes her style, as each BGI project is guided by the client’s unique tastes. “That’s why the aesthetics of our work are so varied,” she explains. “Our job is to incorporate design principles, color theory and knowledge of materials.” And Guess’ background in architecture is exactly why she is the perfect designer for new builds. “We really thrive when we work hand-in-glove with the client from blueprint review to furniture design,” she adds. “Seeing their excitement and enthusiasm is the best part of what we do.”

Top An expansive, light-filled design, sophisticated furnishings and superior materials and finishes bring elegance and comfort to this newly built lake house. Bottom Custom furniture and eye-catching architectural details make this kitchen an interesting and inviting place to welcome family and friends. Photography Top by Michael Hunter Photography

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Sometimes, a single thought can spark a whole new chapter in life. For sisters Autumn and Jennifer Smink, it was one such moment that led to the founding of SMINK 33 years ago. “We thought it was a shame that modern European furnishings were not available to the public but were instead behind closed doors in the nation’s design centers,” Autumn shares. They were aware of what many were missing out on thanks to their mother, who took them on trips to shop for furnishings by the likes of Herman Miller and Knoll. “We convinced

ICONS ON DRAGON The Sminks share a few of the notable names on their showroom floor.

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Top The Linha Studio desk by Marcio Kogan for Minotti is beautiful. Far left Shown is the Brasilia bed by Marcio Kogan for Minotti. Left Rodolfo Dordoni’s Belt armchair is an eye-catching piece. Photography Courtesy of Minotti

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Bradley attributes much of her success to her dedication. “This profession is a business, not a hobby,” she says. What makes a great broker? She points to three traits. They should … • Be a seasoned, full-time professional with a global market perspective ave a large professional •H network • Employ strategic thinking and a competitive nature

entertaining the idea of reimagining homes for resale when she discovered her calling. “My love of people, sales and marketing enhanced by corporate discipline, knowledge and dedication to hard work was a perfect combination,” Bradley says. She is now a broker associate and top individual producer at Allie Beth Allman & Associates, a luxury residential real estate firm in Dallas that works with high-profile clientele. She possesses in-depth knowledge about the micro-markets throughout the city. “Wherever my clients want to be, and whatever product type and price point they want to purchase or sell, I can confidently serve them,” she says.

Top Designer Jan Showers made this sprawling staircase a focal point in this entryway. Photography Jason Anderson

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Architecture: William Briggs, William S. Briggs, Architect Interior Design: Laura Lee Clark Falconer, Laura Lee Clark Interior Design, Inc. Home Builder: Robert Clark, Robert Clark and Associates, Inc.

ne might argue that when the new owners of this Dallas home called upon interior designer Laura Lee Clark Falconer to give the place “wow” factor, there wasn’t much work to be done. The French Revival abode was remarkable already, with a groin-vaulted ceiling in its central hall, a sweeping marble staircase and gracious living spaces overlooking a pool, pool house and manicured grounds. However, Falconer and her clients—a husband and wife who enjoy hosting intimate gatherings with friends and spending time with family in equal measure—saw the potential for more. “The residence had a wonderful feel from its classical scale and elegant proportions,” the interior designer recalls. “It was a blank slate in need of detail, so we finessed and added layers to almost every surface.” The goal was not to change the home’s classic character, but to fully express it—much to the delight of the original architect, William Briggs, who was joined by both Falconer and builder Robert Clark in updating the abode. Beginning with the formal living room, which Briggs had positioned at the terminus of the grand central hall to capture backyard vistas, elaborate existing crown molding eases the transition between two new surfaces: a mirrored fireplace wall and a glossy enameled ceiling. These finishes bounce light and “make the room sparkle,” notes Falconer, whose team included senior designer and project manager Kelly Satre and design assistant Cassie Hutchinson. “This is the first space you see when entering the house, and we wanted something special to set it apart.” Elsewhere, the formal dining room’s vintage Murano glass chandelier catches the eye before letting it drift to a canopy of hand-painted cherry blossoms on the walls. Across the hall, a study that doubles as a lounge for guests gained gravitas thanks to a gold-veined dark marble fireplace surround that Falconer sourced while visiting an Italian quarry. Meanwhile, a combination of classical ceiling ornamentation with sleek SieMatic cabinetry in stainless steel and Macassar ebony finishes adorns the kitchen. Here, softwhite expanses of Calacatta Caldia marble form

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the countertops, backsplash and vent hood, where Clark—working with project manager Jeff West Jr.—had it fabricated “to emulate detailing you would typically only see in wood,” he explains. The effect is repeated on the primary bathroom’s marble slab walls, which culminate at a crown molding seemingly cut from a block of stone. “It was a thrill to take that language of wood moldings throughout the house and apply it to a different material,” says Briggs, whose project manager was Tom Muckenstrom. “It’s difficult to find people who can do something so technically difficult, but Robert is familiar with this level of effort and execution.” The furnishing selections, many of them bespoke, are equally unique. “Keeping in mind that ‘wow’ factor, we wanted every room to have something not seen before,” Falconer explains. In the formal living room, it’s a pair of antique Biedermeier chairs reupholstered in a custom blue embroidered silk moiré. In the primary bathroom, it’s reversepainted vanities depicting the tree of life. And in the study, it’s a vintage, patinated-bronze Philip and Kelvin LaVerne coffee table that was hand-carved with a chinoiserie scene, and then buried in a special soil to oxidize. Accents like cherry blossoms, the origami-like folds of the study’s chandelier and the dining chairs’ upholstery evince Falconer’s appreciation for East Asian motifs and techniques, which add “such a layer of elegance,” observes the interior designer. Modern influences also include a Saarinen pedestal table in the grandchildren’s playroom, a midcentury chandelier in the formal living room and fine art throughout selected in consultation with Ashley Tatum of Tatum Art Advisory, including works by David Hockney, Robert Polidori and others. Underneath its French formality, the house is “secretly modernist,” Briggs notes—from its floorplan prioritizing connections to outdoor spaces created by landscape architect Harold Leidner, to details such as the free-floating main staircase, “which spirals up on its own weight, ascending into this dream realm of rest and repose,” he adds. “The way you move through the house is not traditional; it’s eccentric, unexpected.” Falconer agrees: “What William started here was beautiful, and it feels like his vision was finally realized.” The result, in a word—Wow.

David Hockney’s Coloured Flowers Made of Paper and Ink hangs above a Port Laurent marble fireplace surround, which interior designer Laura Lee Clark Falconer sourced from an Italian quarry for this Dallas home’s study. Porta Romana’s Axel chandelier suspends from the coffered ceiling, lined with McLaurin & Piercy wallpaper from James Showroom. The custom rug is Holland & Sherry.

Above: The formal living room houses a pair of antique Biedermeier chairs in an embroidered silk by de Gournay, which flank a vintage French Art Deco table. At the window sits a Ferrell Mittman sofa in a Castel fabric from David Sutherland, where the John Lyle floor lamps were also sourced. Opposite: Accented by cast-glass moldings by Stephen Cavallo, the custom mirror treatment of the formal living room’s fireplace wall reflects a midcentury chandelier found on 1stdibs and a mirror by Eve Kaplan from Gerald Bland in New York. The oil painting is Frederick Frary Fursman’s In the Shade.

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Above: In the formal dining room, an antique Louis XVI-period fruitwood console with bronze trim from Newel is framed by hand-painted Gracie wallpaper. A brass mirror from 1stdibs hangs behind an arrangement by Haile Wossen. Opposite: A vintage Barovier&Toso Murano glass chandelier lights a custom Carlyle dining room table by Holly Hunt. Natasha Baradaran’s Wrap dining chairs, covered in a Rubelli fabric, top a Shiir rug from David Sutherland. Vintage Italian Art Deco wall sconces flank Auric Field by Lita Albuquerque, which incorporates 24-karat gold leaf.

Above: The Midas Grand Tier chandelier by Fisher Weisman makes a spectacular statement at the top of the staircase. Gracing the far wall is Robert Polidori’s L’Orangerie interior, green carpet #1, Château de Versailles, Versailles, France. Opposite: When asked to select a color for her study, the wife responded: “Tiffany blue.” Baxter Painting Inc. applied a custom hue to cabinetry accented with panels of hand-painted de Gournay silk. A Milan chair and ottoman from the Jan Showers Collection rest on a floor covering from Truett Fine Carpets & Rugs. The crystal-beaded palm-leaf chandelier is a 1940s French design.

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Above: The primary bathroom walls are paneled with slabs of Calacatta Bettogli marble from Aria Stone Gallery, executed by builder Robert Clark to mimic architectural detailing throughout the abode. Jean de Merry’s Helena vanity was customized with a tree of life scene. The P.E. Guerin faucet is from Vivian Watson Associates. Opposite: Above the primary bedroom’s two-sided fireplace hangs a 1940s-style Venetian mirror. The vintage gold-dusted, fluted-glass chandelier is attributed to Murano glassmaker Seguso. Lorin Marsh’s Marquee bed from David Sutherland features textured and tinted mirrored-glass panels framed in Australian walnut. The Silhouette chairs and ottoman are by Allan Knight.

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A preservation story unfolds with a house thoughtfully situated on a verdurous property in Austin.

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Architecture and Interior Design: Alex Robinette, Alex Robinette, Architect Home Builder: Michael Rhodes, Arrowhead Construction Landscape Architecture: Curt Arnette, Sitio Design

rchitect Alex Robinette is only too happy to rattle off the list of critters sharing her Austin abode’s plot of earth, a leafy locale in the Rollingwood area abutting Zilker Park. “We have foxes, deer, raccoons, skunks—and opossums too,” she says. “Hawks and owls swoop through the trees, and there’s even a massive dragonfly population.” For Robinette, who sits on the boards of Austin Parks Foundation and Selah, Bamberger Ranch Preserve, her home’s location couldn’t be more perfect. “The tall window wall in the living room is like a movie screen for observing passing wildlife,” she explains. And while the house may be new, it follows the footprint of the land’s original 1940s residence, so as not to disturb all those who share this verdant space. “Zilker Park is an important piece of our story,” Robinette says, noting she and her husband sought a bigger property simply to protect a larger ecosystem. “The site designed the house,” she adds. “By virtue of wanting to safeguard it, we went through many iterations and options of different spaces. It winds its length among the trees, creating privacy while taking on light and views in all directions.” In collaboration with residential designer Ryan Street of Ryan Street Architects, whose project manager was Jeremy Ristau, Robinette reinterpreted the original home’s stonework and steel casement windows into a more contemporary expression. “It’s important to me to build on history rather than copy it, and this house tells the story of the city,” she explains. “Ryan understands the neighborhood and helped delineate initial schematics. We wanted to bring back the previous structure’s spirit in a playfully modern way, even matching the pitch of the original shed roof.” With a material palette of limestone blocks and both steel-plate and shou sugi ban (an ancient Japanese technique of preserving wood by charring its surface) siding, Robinette developed what she calls “a hybrid of Texas vernacular with a raw, simple and rugged design sensibility,” which also appeals to her Norwegian roots. Meanwhile, builder Michael Rhodes infused a feeling of substance and longevity, and architect Brian Carlson of

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McKinney York Architects helped see the project to the finish line. Even Robinette’s husband played a role in the creative collaborative process, conceiving the curved stone planter at the front that “draws you into the house and embraces you,” Robinette describes. That welcoming spirit continues inside, where the living room, library, dining room and kitchen together serve as the heart of the home. “The spaces are open to each other to invite connection for our family,” notes Robinette. “One room flows into the next, delineated by material changes, not partition walls.” Furthermore, the couple’s bedroom is nearest to the kitchen but feels like a retreat with its pool and forest views. The office and guest room are tucked away for privacy, while the second floor holds the children’s rooms and additional common areas. Just as the home needed to feel livable and low-fuss, Robinette opted for furnishings that felt harmonious and soothing. Equally keen on interiors, the architect credits her mother, who also worked in the design world, for shaping her interests and aesthetic. “Mom always had me in the garden, walking through construction sites or getting lost in antique warehouses,” she recalls. “I’ve been immersed in all aspects of design my entire life.” And that is certainly evident in the array of meaningful furnishings that fill the abode, including two pieces from her childhood: a table that’s now in her husband’s office and a cabinet that informed the design of their bedroom. New additions include iconic chairs by Scandinavians Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner, as well as contemporary pieces by Dutch, Belgian and Italian designers, all with an emphasis on clean lines and natural materials. Outside, Robinette enlisted landscape architect Curt Arnette to help create a feeling of continuity with Zilker Park while bringing pollinator-friendly blooms closer to the residence. Whether it’s a swim in the pool, soccer practice on the lawn or an evening spent on the screened porch with a good book, this is a home offering something for everyone, at any time of day. Even the family cat, Hobbes, is living the good life with a myriad of perches from which to surveil all those buzzing, swooping and scampering visitors. “The house feels uniquely ours,” Robinette reflects. “We’ll never outgrow it in style or size.”

The entry to architect Alex Robinette’s new Austin home heralds the restful spaces to come. A painting by Peter Campbell hangs above an Argentine chest from Primitives Furniture & Accessories, which sits atop Austrian white pine from Moncer Specialty Flooring used throughout the home.

Above: The study reveals a sofa by Cisco Home from Wildflower Organics, where Robinette also sourced the side table. Reclaimed pine from Delta Millworks was used for the siding and sliding door, which features a Sun Valley Bronze handle. The painting in the foreground is by Ørnulf Opdahl. Opposite: A Studio Piet Boon sofa from Haute Living in Chicago anchors the living room, where it is paired with an antique elm table found on 1stdibs and a leather Cisco Home armchair from Wildflower Organics. The rug was found at Black Sheep Unique. Paul Hastings fabricated the fireplace featuring a honed Lueders limestone slab hearth from Materials Marketing, a steel mantel and lava rocks collected in Colorado.

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Above: Robinette’s collection of Broste Copenhagen dishes lines the kitchen’s open shelves. She chose quartzite from Architectural Tile & Stone for the island countertop and backsplash, adding a Wolf range from Harway Appliances and a Blanco sink with Waterworks fittings found at Alexander Marchant. Opposite: A mixed-media work by Lisa Weiss hangs in the dining room. Joining the customized spalted-maple table from Wildflower Organics are chairs from Design Within Reach and a Joost van Bleiswijk-designed chandelier by Moooi from Scott + Cooner. The antique hemp kilim floor covering is from Eliko Rugs.

Above: A Verellen table and Ethnicraft oak chairs center the breakfast area. Above them is a Gervasoni suspension lamp from Scott + Cooner. Housecat Hobbes sits atop a pine bench purchased decades ago. The Jill Carver painting is from Wally Workman Gallery. Opposite: The library features a Verellen sofa from Wildflower Organics, a coffee table from Four Hands and a Carl Hansen & Søn armchair from Design Within Reach. The floor lamp, designed by Vittoriano Viganò in the 1950s, was found at A+R in Los Angeles and the rug is from Anthropologie. The painting was commissioned from Erik Gonzales.

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Above: Painted Benjamin Moore’s White Dove, the main bedroom houses a Thomas Bina bed from Kathy Kuo Home dressed in Coyuchi linens. A vintage stool and a Birger Dahl-designed sconce flank the bed. An armchair from Wildflower Organics sits atop a rug from Black Sheep Unique. The window coverings are from The Shade Store. Opposite: Just outside the screened porch, a favorite family hangout, sit a chair from Lekker Home and a side table found on 1stdibs. Robinette sourced sustainable Kebony decking from U.S. Lumber and chose a glass tile from Crossville Studios for the pool, which was built by Hample Pools & Service, LLC.

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ouston-based painter Cookie Ashton believes in happy accidents— when skillful toil stumbles onto beautiful serendipity. “I love that you can manipulate paint to a point, and then it takes on a life of its own,” she explains. And so, Ashton always makes room for surprises, combining precise applications and free-form techniques to create her dynamic abstract paintings. The results are works bristling with electric currents of color. This spirit marks a dramatic departure from the artist’s early traditional training. Having studied around the world—from France and England to Mexico—Ashton has a background focused on the technical mastery of realism. But as she honed

her own painting style, it intuitively grew more relaxed, eventually dissolving into pure expressions of color and form. “Abstraction to me represents freedom,” explains Ashton of her creative evolution. “It’s a challenge to see if you can create a good painting while bending some of the conventional rules.” In some cases, Ashton begins her work with an improvised foundation, created by dripping watery acrylics directly onto a flat, horizontal surface. The artist often uses slick sheets of PVC plastic as her base, since its smooth finish allows the wet pigments to puddle and swirl into unpredictable prismatic designs. Once it’s dried, she then begins painting and fleshing out the forms that emerged organically through the pouring process. “One thing leads into another,” the artist says of this layered approach. “I’ll let the colors and shapes inform my next steps.” To build dimension,

she also experiments with other mediums such as inks, charcoals and pastels. “Another thing I love so much about abstract work is that you can use every single material and just play,” Ashton notes. Exploration has also inspired the artist’s foray into new mixed-media with her “Neon” painting series. Collaborating with a fabricator, she incorporates neon tubes, which she seamlessly integrates into the composition of her paintings as undulating streams of light. Ashton, who is represented by Laura Rathe Fine Art, plans to develop these illuminated artworks further using LED technology to create multiple effects. “I’m on a new kick this year,” she muses. Yet wherever the next project takes her, Ashton always feels primed for the adventure. “It’s just been a really fun, fabulous journey,” says the artist of her career. “And the more I learn, the more I love it.”

To create her abstract paintings, artist Cookie Ashton (opposite) uses a variety of supplies such as black carbon and an assortment of acrylic inks (below). “I generally begin with a white background and build on top, though I love to experiment,” she says. The Arrangement (left) features a combination of watery acrylic pours and direct brush work.

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Rooted in Tradition

Warm textures and millwork pair with pops of color and pattern in a new Houston home. WRIT T EN BY MARGARET ZAIN EY ROUX P H O T O G R A P H Y BY K E R R Y K I R K

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Architecture: Rodney Stevens and Himanshu Madhani, Frankel Building Group Interior Design: Lauren Haskett, Lauren Haskett Design Home Builder: Scott Frankel and James Milford, Frankel Building Group

ou can take the girl out of New Orleans, but you cannot take New Orleans out of the girl. With that sentiment in mind, designer Lauren Haskett began scheming a design plan marrying the oldschool grandeur of her Houston client’s birthplace with the modern elegance of her adopted Texas hometown. “My client grew up in a city where century-old houses are the norm, so building from the ground up was new and exciting for her,” recalls Haskett. “She was very hands-on throughout the process. As we gathered ideas and inspiration, I tapped into her vision for clean, contemporary interiors reflecting the youthful energy of her family while maintaining a close connection to the historic styles that make her feel at home.” But the design for this Tanglewood neighborhood abode evolved from more than a vision; it also grew from a feeling. According to the family’s builder and friend Scott Frankel, the owners desired spaces that would be equally beautiful and livable, which his design-build firm’s team—including project manager James Milford, concept designer Rodney Stevens and residential designer Himanshu Madhani—delivered in spades. “It has a more traditional setting in the front, and although the layout is modern and open, we used elements like ceiling treatments to define each space and French doors across the back to keep it feeling relaxed and not museum-like,” describes Stevens. Notes the wife: “Our goal was comfortable elegance—a family home where nothing is ‘untouchable’ for children but still looks adult and beautiful.” While the Frankel team set its sights on function, Haskett and associate designer Laura Hoppe focused on form, seeking to satisfy the client’s craving for classic character and fresh, clean lines. Haskett spent countless hours sketching and collaborating with craftsmen to design custom architectural elements including crown molding, baseboards and cabinetry that go with the flow of the layout and help delineate between the formal and informal spaces. “As the house progresses, the vibe relaxes,” she explains. “Traditional features like built-in bookcases and wainscoted walls transition into rooms with rustic wood details and

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steel-clad windows and doors.” Case in point: the parlor makes a dramatic statement near the front entrance with its floor-to-ceiling shelves equipped with a rolling ladder, while just beyond in the living room, custom-made antique-looking wooden doors conceal storage and bring warmth and texture to both sides of the fireplace. “You can even feel the mood change with the furniture,” continues Haskett, whose selections include streamlined upholstery, case pieces and tables indicative of 21st-century style along with lacquered finishes, abstract art, overscale lamps and dramatic overhead lighting. But amidst the sleek surfaces and simple forms abound a handful of antiques bearing the kind of perfect imperfections only time can manufacture. An 18thcentury Spanish console in the entry and a pair of Louis XVI-period bergère chairs in the parlor look smart but not stuffy in the presence of midcentury and contemporary styles. “I love that our home feels timeless, balancing the traditional in me from growing up in New Orleans, while incorporating modern touches throughout,” adds the wife. At her client’s request, Haskett also enlisted a tonal palette of soft whites and neutrals to foster a sense of calm and cohesion throughout the rooms flooded with natural light and saturated with organic textures. Hardy white oak floors, limestone mantels, quartzite counters and heavy metal elements forged from iron and zinc anchor the towering 12-foot ceilings to a more human scale. On the softer side, neutral wool rugs, moss green mohair, woven rush and dove gray linens keep the clean spaces feeling warm. Meanwhile, glamorous accents shine in the form of the parlor’s Italian Baroque gilded mirror and the dining room’s six-light gilt chandelier. “My client wasn’t opposed to color but needed a nudge to embrace it,” Haskett adds. “She loves blue, so I worked a few different hues into my initial presentation helping her to step out of her comfort zone.” Rather than sticking with just one shade, the designer threaded several throughout the home—including deep Prussian for the media room and vivid peacock for the bar. After all, for a young family seeking oldmeets-new style, says the designer, “variety was the name of the game.”

Tumbled limestone pavers from Farmhouse Stone lead to the entry of this Houston home designed by Frankel Building Group. Precision Development applied a custom stucco finish in Sherwin-Williams’ Greek Villa. A nod to the owner’s New Orleans roots, French Quarter-style fixtures from Sheryl Stringer Gas Lanterns & Lighting flank the front door.

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Above: Custom-made cypress doors frame the living room fireplace surround from Farmhouse Stone, complementing a Highland House Furniture coffee table. Oly Studio iron benches add a graphic punch. The art was found at Eneby Home in Round Top. Left: Beyond the custom Danby marble entry table, the living room’s skirted sofas and chairs are upholstered in fabrics by Perennials and Schumacher respectively. Grounded by a Carol Piper Rugs floor covering, the space also features vintage Lucite end tables scored in Round Top and lamps from Skelton-Culver-Stefflen.

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Above: The bar’s Jim Thompson Fabrics wallcovering from Culp Associates complements custom cabinets by Benedettini Cabinetry painted Benjamin Moore’s Stonecutter and topped with Negresco granite from Omni Surfaces. Sconce lighting is The Urban Electric Co. and the Thomas O’Brien fixtures are from Visual Comfort. Opposite: The breakfast room showcases dramatic steel-framed windows by Rehme Steel Windows & Doors. Chairs by Lemieux et Cie surround a pedestal table from RH with a six-light chandelier by Julie Neill centered above.

Above: A hub for the family on movie nights, the media room is painted Benjamin Moore’s Blue Spruce, and its floor covering from Carol Piper Rugs and Zak+Fox draperies impart a cocoon-like atmosphere. Illuminated by a Lawson-Fenning chandelier, the RH sofa wears Perennials fabric below Christos J. Palios fine art photography. Opposite: A Logan Ledford painting from Dimmitt Contemporary Art and a bench in bold Christopher Farr Cloth fabric energize a corner of the media room. The tulip table is from Rove Concepts.

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Above: The powder room’s Carnival Toile wallcovering by Palm Orleans honors the owner’s Louisiana heritage, as do sconces by New Orleans lighting designer Julie Neill. A honed Calacatta Caldia marble counter from Omni Surfaces pairs with a Newport Brass faucet. Left: In a child’s bedroom, Voutsa wallpaper from Supply Showroom wraps the ceiling above a Caitlin Wilson Design canopy bed. Reading destinations include a window seat adorned with a star pendant by E.F. Chapman for Visual Comfort and a Zak+Fox shade from Culp Associates, as well as a custom lacquered desk from The CEH.

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ary Riggs has always been an artist. But, his medium has morphed over the years from brushstrokes on a canvas to furniture placement in a room. The transition started when one of Riggs’ clients stopped by his home to purchase a few of his paintings. She called the next day to ask if he would help design her home so it looked more like his. While he was hesitant at first, he felt she would be too disappointed if he refused. He stopped by and immediately started visualizing where pieces could be moved. After reworking the space and delighting his client, Riggs began adding interior design to his repertoire. In 2004, he opened an early version of the 18,000-square-foot showroom he operates today in the Dallas Design District. There, Riggs pays homage to his fine art background with one side of the showroom dedicated to art. “We carry a range of different styles of art, from contemporary to traditional, that appeals to a range of people,” Riggs says. While clients can find everything

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they need inside the showroom, Riggs also welcomes the challenge of working with pieces they already own. “I will never say that you have to get rid of something or we can’t use it,” he says. “I like to use pieces that mean something to the client; it helps the house feel more like a home.”

How do you include the client in your creative process? Every client is different. Some clients may share colors they like or things they have collected. Other clients may share art pieces that are important to them that influence a project. Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? A client asked me to help transform things in a Presbyterian hospital. She wanted the hospital to feel more warm, beautiful and comfortable like a home, so I took on the challenge, selecting everything from furniture to artwork to music. It was very rewarding to see how that helped patients and changed lives. Your environment can make such a difference in the way you feel. What type of project would you love to take on next? I would love to work on a boutique hotel!

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Top An assortment of eye-catching vases serve as the centerpiece in this quaint dining space. Left Color is certainly not lacking in this bedroom, where the owner’s personality shines through. Right Vibrant upholstery echoes the hues of tabletop florals. Opposite left Blues and rich browns combine for a cozy, jewel-box feel. Opposite right From the plum-colored wallpaper to the animal-printed chair backs, this entertaining area is a feast for the eyes. Photography Mark Herron

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MARY ANNE SMILEY, PRINCIPAL maryannesmiley.com 214.522.0705 maryannesmileyinteriors

or Mary Anne Smiley, filling the days with all things design has been a way of life for decades. In 1983, she opened her first boutique firm. Just a year later, she was becoming a regular fixture for Dallasites with East Texas getaways. In 1997, Smiley established a 5,000-square-foot studio, which included furnishings, accessories, a bridal registry for china, crystal and fine linens, and a four-seamstress custom drapery workroom. And in 2000, the business was one of the first to develop a website. That same year, she took 144 hours of AutoCAD courses to learn how to draft on the computer, which she calls “a watershed moment,” and today, she

has evolved her firm to encompass the entire design-build process. “I wanted to complement the services I was already offering for my interior design clients, assisting throughout every phase of design and construction in a more official capacity,” Smiley shares. In the midst of it all, she has built a reputation for bold use of color and clean, cuttingedge design, but also for her business approach.“I feel my greatest success up to this point has been gaining the respect of my peers, my clients and the community because of my commitment to operating in an ethical, straightforward and transparent manner—and always putting the client first.”

ASK THE EXPERT Please name influences and inspirations that inform your work. My older brother, a well-known home builder and developer in Oklahoma City, introduced me to floor plans, construction and interior design at a very young age. This exposure, along with the fact that midcentury modern was peaking during my time earning a degree from Oklahoma State University in the mid 60s, prepared me for my career in cutting-edge design. What type of project would you love to take on? I am always open to the next challenge and never surprised by the different direction our design work may take. We have done luxury estate homes, ranch projects, airplanes, stadium suites, lake houses, Frank Lloyd Wrights, office suites, and more—from big to small.

Left This open, barrel-vaulted space sets the stage for a stellar grouping of classic modern furniture and a well-curated mix of art from floor-to-ceiling.

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