Luxe Magazine - January/February 2023 Naples

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Mah Jong. Modular sofa with elements, designed by Hans Hopfer. Upholstered in , fabrics, Constellation collection. Platforms in stained wood, Alezan finish. Tribu. Vases, design Aurélie Richard.

French Art de Vivre

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DESIGN DISPATCH

The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.

Radar

40 INSPIRATION

For Iranian-born designer Saba Yazdjerdi, her debut furniture collection is deeply personal.

42 INNOVATION

Trailblazing companies embrace new ways of working.

44 AS TOLD TO

Today’s leading designers and architects reminisce on industry legends.

50 HUE

Author Keith Recker unpacks the importance of the color red.

Market

60 MATERIAL

Four new wallpaper collaborations

Four new wallpaper collaborations highlight out-of-the-box materials and motifs.

TREND

The stars

The country’s rising design stars inspire the latest product picks.

SPOTLIGHT

With the Park Avenue Armory as backdrop, avant-garde lighting pieces cast a spectacular glow.

Living

With the Park Avenue as +

KITCHEN + BATH

For these standout intentional features

For these standout kitchens, intentional features and colorful schemes take center stage.

THE REPORT

Luxe raids the archives for interiors with unforgettable, artisan-crafted details.

FEATURES

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Global Overtures

Reminiscent of the client’s sojourns, a Naples house features details that nod to her overseas travels.

Written by Monique McIntosh

Photography by SPM Photography

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Flower Power

Streaks of spray paint add a graphic touch and sense of playfulness to an artist’s traditional floral pieces.

Written by Jennifer Pfaff Smith

Photography by Brian Tietz

Luxe presents a compilation of talented design professionals whose dynamic work has been featured in the pages of our magazine over the past year.

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Denim and Diamonds

Balancing elements like crystal chandeliers with shiplap walls, a designer channels a dresseddown take on luxury living.

Written by Kerry Shorr

Photography by Spacecrafting

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Historic Revival

Renovated spaces with white walls, a subtle color palette and clean-lined furnishings help refresh a 1920s home.

Written by Elizabeth Stamp

Photography by Honey Lake Studio

ON THE COVER: A Samsung television doubles as artwork above a marble fireplace in the living room of a 100-year-old Craftsman-style residence by designer Sarah Stockstad. Centering Serena & Lily’s Cumana rug, a Sarreid Ltd. coffee table serves a pair of oversize Crate & Barrel sectionals. Page 176

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Making the List

Welcome to our annual GOLD LIST issue, where we recognize design talents from across the country who have had homes featured in our pages throughout the past year. With the pandemic in our rear view, I am back to traveling across the country to connect with the incredible folks who create these stunning projects. Their gift lies in knowing how to be imaginative and inventive, source the most beautiful products and materials, and bring it all together for their clients.

Our editors and I are awed by the scope and style of projects that we publish, and we greatly admire the design teams behind them. Check out who made this year’s list. They are some of the best in design.

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FRESH PERSPECTIVE

FEDERIKA LONGINOTTI BUITONI

Federika Longinotti Buitoni has mastered the art of both setting an enviable table and entertaining. The Italian-Venezuelan entrepreneur launched Collecto, a well-curated homeware retailer and wedding registry, inspiring others to connect and create special memories around the table. As we all make resolutions to come together in the new year, she highlights tips and trends for memorable gatherings. collectoworld.com

Creating swoon-worthy settings

An unforgettable table starts with dinnerware— a fun pattern or an interesting combination of monochromatic plates. A great tablecloth is also a must: Choose a beautiful print or solid color that accentuates the plates. Make sure there is cohesiveness across the table—the colors of

the dishes, glasses and linens should complement each other. Create ambience with long taper candles or votives in crystal vases to reflect the light.

Popular now. Sustainability is a growing trend, and it will continue to translate to entertaining and table setting. Decorating with fruits and vegetables is one sustainable way to do so. They’re beautiful, and you can always use them for cooking after the event.

Bespoke services. One of the reasons I started Collecto was because I felt lost and uninspired when I was curating my wedding registry. Through our consulting tableware curation service, we support interior designers and private clients.

FEED TO FOLLOW @KRISTYGAMMILLART

WHO: Naples artist Kristy Gammill is known for creating atmospheric paintings. These often involve staining large, raw canvases with earthy colors as well as sandy, muted tones reminiscent of the beach near her home. She also paints muscular abstracts, botanicals and figurative portraits with limbs and faces partly hidden or portrayed up close— imagine mixing the midcentury heft of Helen Frankenthaler with the folded figures of Christina Quarles.

WHAT: Explore Gammill’s artistic process and spot captivating in-the-works and completed pieces. Discover Origin Point, which was installed at Artem, a residential building in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood; scroll on to find a large stained canvas commissioned by CID

Design Group for OneEleven in Chicago. In years past, her work has also been licensed by Burton Snowboards, Hallmark and One Kings Lane.

WHY: She intentionally engages with other painters and travels to museums worldwide to see where contemporary art—particularly by women—is headed and to find her place in the conversation. As a result, her work is moodier and quieter, as she discovers a form of therapeutic catharsis by turning inward to work through some of her own history.

IN HER WORDS: “When I’m alone in my studio with music blaring and no other distractions, I’m able to tackle the turmoil in my head and leave it all on the canvas. It’s where I can commune with the artistic greats in my mind and try to offer up something of my own.”

fresh perspective photo: courtesy collecto. feed to follow photos: top left and bottom right, natalie murphy; top right, kristy gammill; bottom left, petra ford.

SAVE THE DATE

MARK THE CALENDAR FOR THESE FOUR INVIGORATING CELEBRATIONS OF ART AND CULTURE ACROSS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA.

FLORIDA CONTEMPORARY

Absorb the vibrant art scene at Florida Contemporary, an annual exhibition at Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum that highlights a select group of visual creatives from around the state. The exhibition’s 10 th edition spotlights Edouard Duval-Carrié of Miami, whose works reveal complexities of the Caribbean and its diaspora; Ya Levy La’ford of Tampa, known for her bold geometric site-specific installations; and Robert Rivers of Maitland, a printmaker, painter and professor of studio art at University of Central Florida. The exhibition runs through July 16. artisnaples.org/baker-museum

ART FEST NAPLES

A must-attend event that does good for local charities, Art Fest Naples will take place January 21 to January 22 at picturesque Fleischmann Park. The beloved juried fine arts and crafts show, ranked as one of the top 100 exhibitions in the country by Sunshine Artist , features sculptures, paintings, photographs, glass pieces and more in a range of styles by renowned creatives such as clay artist Tim Peters and painter Yoram Gal. Proceeds will benefit St. Vincent de Paul’s Meals on Wheels program. artfestnaples.com

NAPLES TABLES

Designed to dine, The League Club’s Naples Tables 2023 will be “Fun Fabulous Festive!”— the theme of the fifth annual fundraiser, taking place March 8 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort. More than 50 tablescapes will be fashioned by top local and national designers, including Shelley Johnstone Paschke and Karen Abell, owner and curator of Patina Collection. Guests will also hear from celebrated designer and author Charlotte Moss. New this year: On the eve of the event, visitors can preview the finished tables while enjoying cocktails and bites. leagueclub.org

¡ARTE VIVA!

Join this year-long celebration of Hispanic art and culture from Naples to Marco Island. ¡Arte Viva! features a robust calendar of events, exhibitions, performances and educational opportunities through June. Highlights include “Frida and Her Garden” at the Naples Botanical Garden—a re-creation of artist Frida Kahlo’s iconic blue house and garden (January 14 to September 10). And at the Marco Island Historical Museum, soak up Clyde Butcher’s “Cuba: The Natural Beauty,” a series of black-and-white fine art photographs documenting his journeys through Cuba (January 24 to April 29). paradisecoast.com/arte-viva-festival

BLUEPRINT

THE ST. REGIS LONGBOAT KEY RESORT AND RESIDENCES

Theater, dramatic design and renowned hotelier service will take center stage at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and Residences, set to open its doors in June 2024. The seaside sanctuary will boast a 166-room hotel and 69 private luxury condominiums nestled on more than 17 acres. HBA, SB Architects and Marc-Michaels Interior Design are bringing this unique community to life on the shores of Longboat Key. Paying homage to local circus impresario John Ringling as well as The Ringling Museum of Art and The Sarasota Ballet, subtle theatrical elements will be sprinkled throughout the property. For instance, look for rope-like chandeliers, an ovalshaped ballroom inspired by aerial rings and a striking feature in the center of the bar reminiscent of a circus cage. Composed mostly of glass, the buildings’ exteriors will feature clean lines and soaring floor-to-ceiling windows to draw in natural light and flaunt the stunning coastal views. Residents and visitors can look forward to enjoying amenities such as a spa, chef-driven restaurants, multiple pools and a saltwater lagoon. srresidenceslongboatkey.com

INSIDE LOOK

CLIVE DANIEL HOME

Opening a Clive Daniel Home location in Sarasota has always been a goal for CEO Daniel Lubner, who began his design career in the bustling coastal city years ago—and it finally came true last September. Tucked away in Fruitville Commons, the new showroom offers a mix of contemporary, traditional and casual furniture, lighting, rugs, a rt and decor as well as interior design services. Clients can also enjoy a boutique with gifts and accessories, an open-air beer garden featuring outdoor furnishings and four hip conference rooms for discussing concepts. “What sets this showroom apart is its overall design, which reflects the location’s art-centric community,” Lubner shares. “The outdoor living area is adorned with flowers and botanicals hanging from the ceiling in a colorful display, while the conference rooms feature murals of The Beatles. Fun details and surprises like these abound throughout the entire space, an ode to our motto: Inspiration starts here.” Clive Daniel Hospitality led the interior and exterior design, space planning and background selections; the process was supported by MHK Architecture a nd the showroom was exquisitely built by Stevens Construction. clivedaniel.com

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RADAR

Luxe looks at boundary-pushing design, impactful industry legends and the power of color.

Pillars of Strength

POIGNANT AND POETIC, A NEW FURNITURE LINE HONORS AN IRANIAN DESIGNER’S FAMILIAL ROOTS.

WRITTEN BY MONIQUE MCINTOSH

Culture and design have always felt entwined for Iranian-born architect and furniture designer Saba Yazdjerdi. She honed her skills developing cultural venues in her native Tehran, including the award-winning Argo Factory, a century-old defunct brewery reimagined as a contemporary art museum. Now based in San Francisco, Yazdjerdi’s work continues to explore Iran’s heritage through the lens of modern day design. Her recently released furniture line, Pahlevoon Series, inspired by the millennium-old Persian martial art of Pahlevan, reinterprets the sport’s traditional training gear still in use by practitioners today.

Equipment like the mil wooden clubs originally used to strengthen bygone mace-wielding warriors—were a familiar sight at her beloved grandfather’s house. “We were not supposed to touch them,” laughs the designer. “But I would

sneak in with my cousins and try to lift them.” She retained her childhood fascination with the sport that her grandfather helped revive, drawn to its sculptural paraphernalia and chivalric ethos. “Pahlevan means ‘hero’ in Farsi,” she explains. “The title is only given to someone with modesty, strength, respect and selflessness.”

Each piece in the collection subtly underscores these heroic principles. For her Mil-stone bench, the bleached-ash wood mil supports a delicate jewel slab of orange onyx. “Choosing a material that was beautiful and elegant, but also heavy was really important to convey that sense of vigor,” she says. Yazdjerdi also sees her work as a tribute to her grandfather and a way of continuing his legacy.

“As a designer, it’s important to reclaim our Iranian identity, and introduce the culture, poetry and thousands of years of history to the world.” sabayazdjerdi.com

Below: Mil-stone, the latest piece created by designer Saba Yazdjerdi for the Pahlevoon Series, symbolizes the strength and spirit of the Iranian community. The bench is composed of bleached-ash wood, orange onyx and bouclé.

Forward Thinkers

MODEL NO.

A RETHINK. THREE COMPANIES ARE PUT

THE FURNISHINGS INDUSTRY IS RIFE FOR A RETHINK. HERE, THREE COMPANIES FINDING INNOVATIVE WAYS TO PUT SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AT THE FORE.

WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL

LA SUCCULENTE

Avezou and founders of French creative studio La describe themselves as “curators and Avezou says. The duo work artists and and it into she continues. A recent collaboration with artist Côme Di the root-like structure of fungi, which was used as an architectural material to build a domed pavilion at Milan Week last year. “A experience that

Magali Avezou and François Maugin, founders of French creative studio La Succulente, describe themselves as “curators and engineers,” Avezou says. The duo champions work by emerging artists “researching durability, diversity and migration, and translating it into aesthetic, tangible forms,” she continues. A recent collaboration with artist Côme Di Meglio explored mycelium, the root-like structure of fungi, which was used as an architectural material to build a pavilion at Milan Design Week last year. “A physical experience that calls on our senses may have a higher impact on our psyche and understanding of a topic,” Avezou notes. la-succulente.com

“It’s time to make pieces that create radical change,” says Raub, CEO of furniture manufacturer Model No. the farm-to-table concept, the Oaklandbased company focuses on domestic, hyper local and “Our is intentional, of a nature,” Raub noting their use of reclaimed woods from a outside the and featuring a resin made from waste. Model No.’s product line is wide ranging, in addition to custom with architects and for an alternative to traditional “Our model is set up to move we don’t we’re made to order our carbon

make pieces that create radical Phillip Raub, CEO of furniture Model No. Following the farm-to-table concept, the Oaklandcompany focuses on domestic, local sourcing and production. approach is intentional, of a compostable nature,” Raub explains, their use of reclaimed woods a supplier outside the city and 3D-printed designs featuring a plant resin made from agricultural waste. Model No.’s product line wide ranging, in addition to custom projects with architects and designers looking for an alternative traditional methodology. “Our is set up to move quickly— we don’t keep stock; we’re made which also minimizes our footprint.” model-no.com

WESTERN SENSIBILITY

Third-generation textile maker Kathryn Sanders is revolutionizing digital printing from her Missoula, Montana, studio. “Whatever idea you have about digital printing will vanish when you hold our textiles,” she says. Sanders has reimagined performance fabrics—utilizing water-based, non-toxic inks and techniques requiring less electricity. “If used correctly, digital textile printing can be as powerful a tool as the loom,” adds Chief Creative O cer Leana Becker, who is overseeing a new bespoke program for interior designers. The studio works with artists (especially those from underrepresented communities) and established brands like Philomela to bring unique designs to life. “We have unlimited colors and the ability to change scale at the touch of a button, plus digital printing is the most sustainable way to print textiles today,” Sanders explains. westernsensibility.com

Masters of Inf luence

DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE LUMINARIES HONOR THE LEGACY OF BOUNDARY-BREAKING ICONS RECENTLY LOST.

Cathy Kincaid on Robert Kime

Antique fabrics and furnishings bring history and gravitas to a room. No one knew that better than Robert Kime. He was really one of the first designers to incorporate antique textiles into his work and to use an ottoman as a coffee table, which is something we take for granted now because we see it so often. His rooms are relaxed—that’s the key. They are a true English-country look; soft, relaxed, elegant and classic at the same time.

I’ve always admired the drawing room he designed for Swangrove at Badminton Estate. The walls are painted a very

pale gray. There’s a soft floral linen on the drapery and an antique oriental rug with faded warm colors. In photographs, even the cosmos appear at ease—they’re starting to droop just a bit in their vases. It’s so inviting; it makes you want to pull up a chair and Robert truly believed that rooms should be so comfortable, you don’t want to get up and leave.

The first time I met Robert was with John Rosselli at the Decoration & Design Building in New York City. He was a typical charming Englishman. Then at my London book signing in 2019, who shows up but Robert! We had the best time. We visited and chatted about books, and what was new in his shop—the usual things you talk about with a friend.

Storytelling through objects gives a room meaning and history, and Robert was such a gifted storyteller. I think that’s what antique fabrics, furnishings and accessories do to a room—they make it more interesting and also give the space a sense of timelessness.

When I look at Robert’s work, all of the different types of decorators come to mind. Some are like set designers, looking to create a totally new experience with dramatic transformations. Others work with things the client loves to conceive a room that is constantly evolving and changing. Robert was the latter. It’s been said that he always thought of himself as more of a collector than a designer, and I think that’s because deep down he was a curator at heart.

A cheerful bedroom at The Gunton Arms in Norfolk, England, decorated by Robert Kime with wallpaper and textiles from his line.

photo: simon brown.

Richard Keith Langham on Carleton Varney

Carleton Varney was a real magician when it came to color; he understood its intensity and lasting power. Whether we want to admit it or not, pattern and color are stimulating. Carleton knew that. It’s what spoke to him, and—through the rooms he created—it’s what is still speaking to us today, in everything from his residential projects to resorts like The Greenbrier and The Colony Palm Beach.

The Greenbrier has such a majestic scale; Carleton really respected the bones of the resort. At the same time, he made it feel intimate through his use of saturated hues and vivid patterns. He once said that he hoped people would someday want hotels to be more than just lodging, that staying at one should be an event.

I think he would be happy to see the direction in which design is moving. There’s a resurgence of traditional motifs, fanciful prints and bold colors. You can even trace his influence to some of the newer talent today. They’re taking risks and stepping out with a little more flamboyance, which takes great confidence and panache, all qualities which Carleton had in spades. For someone like me who’s been in the business for 40 years, witnessing that continuum in design is wonderful. It’s exciting for our whole industry. There’s exuberance and good energy that you can trace back to designers like Carleton. He would have been thrilled knowing he laid the groundwork for that.

Not only was Carleton a man of style, but he was also known for his graciousness. It was that charisma that added to his ability to enliven rooms with such personality. He once said, ‘There’s so much ugliness in the world. If I can inspire people to look at their environment and help them to make it prettier, then I have succeeded.’ I love that sentiment.

In a Palm Beach villa designed by Carleton Varney, a bright rug mimics the waves of the ocean, while the painted mural includes one of the decorator’s favorite motifs: palm trees.

Robert A.M. Stern on James Polshek

When Jim Polshek became dean of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation in 1972, I was already teaching on the faculty. Jim had accomplished a lot as an architect and had a good sense of what the school needed after the student protests of the late ’60s.

When you’re the dean of a school, and good at the job, you should not only be a curator of talent, but also of diverse points of view. Right away, Jim did just that. He had a sense, perhaps coming from his days as a student at Yale, that an architecture school was an important part of a university. He had studied under George Howe, Eugene Nalle, Louis Kahn and Philip Johnson. When Jim arrived at Columbia, with the exception of

Romaldo Giurgola, the school did not have architects of the same high caliber. But he brought in different talents, like Kenneth Frampton and Mary McLeod, and put the school back on the map.

Later, Jim acquired a reputation as a preservation architect. He always said he didn’t believe in preservation architecture because he felt any good architect should be able to build sympathetically onto an older building. He had some interesting ideas, and with the support of James Marston Fitch, who started the preservation program at Columbia, Jim formally added “Preservation” to the school’s name. Before that, it had just been the Graduate School of Architecture and Planning—this helped Columbia become something important, especially in New York City.

Jim’s impact on the profession can be traced to one of his earliest projects: the

Teijin Institute for Biomedical Research in Japan—his first big commission. In those days, the connections between Japan and the United States were very slender. The war was still fresh in everyone’s memory. But Jim went with it and designed this extraordinary series of buildings, meticulously crafted in reinforced concrete. It was quite sophisticated architecture. To this day, it is one of his best buildings.

It can be difficult when you start out so strong, but not for Jim. He made his mark with many memorable projects like the planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History and a tower above 500 Park Avenue, which again, was a good example of a new building marrying itself to an older one. I studied many of his projects carefully, and while I may have taken a different direction, I always learned from them and from him.

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Architect James Polshek led the restoration of the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City, which features five curvilinear levels.

Setting the Tone

EXPERT ON ALL THINGS COLOR, AUTHOR KEITH RECKER WALKS US THROUGH THE POWER OF RED.

Red is a kiss, a caress, a loving embrace. Red is also a warning and sometimes a welcome. It is a symbol of power and a badge of shame. Red is deeply personal, drawing us into the sensations of our own body as well as toward our attraction to others. It stands for the warmth of the hearth and the scornful flame of vanity. It is beauty. It is violence.

When we “see red,” the flush of anger pushes us to charge like a raging bull and yet bashful blushes are signs of modesty or shyness. On the other hand, the red-blooded among us bravely wade into danger in the name of love, duty and justice. And when those fires burn too hot, red can become a smoldering signal of transgression and decadence, like

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s famed novel, The Scarlet Letter , published in 1850.

A recent study suggesting that athletes wearing red win more often helps explain why, for many centuries, it is the color of kings and captains. Charlemagne even wore red from head to foot to underscore his new authority when crowned Holy Roman Emperor in 800 CE.

Red is also a sign of luxury and until the development of synthetic dyes in the late 19th century, saturated red textiles required great expense and effort, often set aside for the richest members of society. And designers of every era have harnessed its power in dozens of ways to bring the color of human life into the home. Billy Baldwin created a luxurious, immersive garden of

reds for Diana Vreeland’s living room and David Easton deeply infused his adaptation of historical styles with red’s heat.

In a more intimate context, red kindles our passions; think crimson dresses and lipstick. Recent branding for fashion labels like Valentino and Louboutin have used the color to evoke sex and power. In red’s seductive and warming embrace, we revel in its sensuality and potency, and in full doses or as a strategically deployed accent, red awakens the senses and makes us feel alive.

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Images from Keith Recker’s book, Deep Color: The Shades that Shape Our Souls (Schiffer Publishing, 2022). Clockwise from top right: A detail of stenciled hands from Cueva de las Manos, Central Asian textiles, A Red, Red Rose by John William Godward and Untitled (Red) by Mark Rothko.

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Double Vision

NEW WALLPAPER DEBUTS PROVE THE POWER—AND BRILLIANCE— OF CREATIVE PARTNERSHIPS.

WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON

ARTFUL GESTURES NATALIA MIYAR X FROMENTAL

Tell us about the inspiration behind Ambia. I was commissioned by the Masterpiece London art fair to design a dining room. Knowing my heritage, they asked me to do something with Cuban influence. Soon after, Tim Butcher, Fromental’s co-founder and creative director, approached me and said, “I’d love to do a wallpaper together.”

So, I started creating this idea in my mind to have an enormous artwork on the walls inspired by Cuban painter Wifredo Lam’s work. And that is how this abstracted, curvilinear design came to be. It’s not a flat print—it’s got raised elements with buckskin textures and hand-foiling. There’s a rich depth to the colors.

What makes Fromental a unique partner? Their enthusiasm for craft. My mother instilled a desire to not do what everybody else is doing, and Fromental is willing to be adventurous and elevate ideas. Tim even refers to himself as a weaver. There’s a handmade quality to Fromental’s work as if it came from the earth. Plus, there’s something fun about collaborating on a paper that’s different than anything either of us could do on our own.

How is designing a wallpaper and interior similar? It always starts with the brief—a combination of client, geography, architecture, history of place—and the context that I’m working in. From there, it’s about how I express that in the most elevated way that makes sense for everyone. nataliamiyar.com, fromental.co.uk

Interior designer Natalia Miyar conceived the Ambia wallcovering in collaboration with Fromental’s co-founders Tim Butcher and Lizzie Deshayes. The immersive design is available in four colorways and handmade by artisans in the UK.

portrait and install photo: nicole franzen; other photos: milo brown.

SHADOW PLAY KELLY BEHUN X CALICO WALLPAPER

What was the process like for this collection? I was beyond excited to collaborate with Calico because we have worked together many times over the years. They have set a high bar for designing wallpaper that evokes a presence beyond materiality—like a grass cloth or silk that just adds texture. When bringing a pattern and story to a room, it’s hard to come up with a concept that feels like the right scale and won’t overpower the space. I didn’t realize how difficult it is to do that well, and I have a newfound respect for those who do.

The designs are largely inspired by light. Did a certain place or time inspire you? I’m really drawn to shadows created in unexpected ways. With Bask, I had

this idea of being outside in the sun and feeling the warmth suffusing you, like being under a pergola. It’s not a specific place as it is a vibe. Then with Sylvan, it was more specific to skiing over the years and loving the view of the landscape, and bare birch trees, from the chairlift. You have the most beautiful shadows playing on the snow’s surface that are so pure.

Where do you envision these wallcoverings being used? I’m always looking for wallcoverings with color schemes, patterning and scale that can work in a myriad of spaces from a bedroom, even if it’s a feature wall, to a powder room where you might want something bolder, overscale and unexpected, to a kid’s room. I try to think of different contexts and settings for wallcoverings. kellybehun.com, calicowallpaper.com

Sylvan, shown in Shadow, covers the walls of a light-filled living space. Designer Kelly Behun stands before samples of the two designs that make up the collection with Calico Wallpaper (right). Bask in Nocturne (below).

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LUXURIOUS LEATHERS ILLUMINARE STUDIO X LONDUBH STUDIO

Talk to us about your studio. Brynn Gelbard: Londubh Studio specializes in surface design. My co-founder Lisa Donohoe has been in the decorative arts for a long time, originally working at a high-end New York studio doing work for designers like Ken Fulk and Peter Marino. I worked in independent film production, and we met on a project. Lisa Donohoe: When we started the company, we wanted to push the envelope and keep experimenting with decorative applications—the potential is truly endless.

Tell us about your friendship and collaboration with Illuminare Studio. Brynn: Yes! Judy Amicangelo of Illuminare Studio has been designing car interiors since the ’80s, working with Mercedes, BMW and Porsche. She swims against the tide and is a real force. She taught us a lot when we launched our first collection of wallpaper, but this new release is all leather which is her specialty. We worked with a 130-yearold factory in upstate New York on the production. Lisa: When we got the first samples back, they took our breath away. Our work is very maximalist, and with these leathers we had an opportunity to explore something new.

And the designs? Lisa: The Greased Lightning pattern feels rock-and-roll, but there is a lot of architectural influence as well. For example, Neowise was inspired by a comet that was photographed over Newgrange, a 5,000-year-old Stone Age monument in my native Ireland. Brynn: Each pattern is created from steel plates engraved with motifs and then embossed onto leather. We started with two designs because they work best with the intricate process and hope to reach a different audience than perhaps our work has thus far. illuminarestudio.com, londubhstudio.com

The leather wallcovering Greased Lightning in Black. Neowise in Tan and Greige (top and right). Londubh Studio co-founders Lisa Donohoe and Brynn Gelbard (above).

portrait photo: aaron snyder, other photos: courtesy londubh studio.

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AU NATURAL LISA KANNING X HARTMANN & FORBES

Tell us about your background and how it influenced this collection. I grew up in Montana, but I knew there was more out there. I went to school on the East Coast, spent time in Florida, and now I live in New York. I was exposed to natural elements growing up on a ranch, but I didn’t embrace it at the time. Then once I started working as an interior designer in places like Telluride and Jackson Hole, I was able to appreciate the natural environment and the beautiful views of my clients’ homes. I’ve always been one to believe that your interior should reflect your locale.

And then Hartmann & Forbes called to collaborate. What are some of the materials and techniques at play? They’re not just printed designs—they are textural. Hartmann & Forbes’ materials were exactly what I was looking for in my projects. Our collaboration is a natural pairing. Sycamore, for example, is layered with laser-cut cork, sisal, silverpainted paper and metallic embroidery, while Rocks is made with faux suede and stitching that creates a three-dimensional

trompe l’oeil effect. And because the wallcoverings have reflective materials, the light hits it in a way that changes the colors and patterns throughout the day.

While inspired by the outdoors, these designs aren’t limited to country settings, right? This collection allows for a largescale installation of mother nature’s patterns anywhere! We took some of the rusticity out of the materials, which people tend to associate using in mountain regions, and added sophisticated elements like foils and shiny threads. These natural patterns would lend themselves beautifully to a more elegant, refined interior. lkid.com, hartmannforbes.com

Lisa Kanning’s collection for Hartmann & Forbes consists of four wallcoverings and three window treatments. Pictured here is Birch and below is Marsh and Rocks.

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Texan Talk

Introducing Whitney Walker, founder of Austin design firm Farrington Lane and creative mastermind behind this 100-yearold Dutch colonial entryway in nearby Waco. Walker transitioned from working as a buyer and merchandiser for One Kings Lane in Los Angeles to interior design in Charleston before setting up shop in Texas. A natural treasure hunter with a love of color, Walker’s work is marked by an English-meetsSouthwest sensibility. farringtonlane.com

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Clockwise from top right: Vasto Rug in Violet by Missoni / Price upon request / starkcarpet.com Willow PSP H Vessel by Peter Speliopoulos / $1,495 / marchsf.com Lucy Side Table / Price upon request / theodorealexander.com Pike Hat in Dusty Rose / $285 / ericjavits.com Cora Sofa in Washed Linen Brown / $11,000 / bunnywilliamshome.com Reed Knob and Poppy Knob in Amazonite, and Poppy Ring Pull by Charlotte Lucas / From $65 / modern-matter.com Mandragora Fabric in No. 7 and Lucido Fabric in No. 18 / Price upon request / zakandfox.com Crane Pendant in Chisholm Blue / $5,145 / urbanelectric.com

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L.A. Lady

California interior designer Meghan Eisenberg’s timeless yet playful style is on full-display in this 1920s Los Angeles Tudor-style home’s cozy breakfast nook, and it’s the clients’ most-loved room to boot. With design prowess in her DNA—she’s the granddaughter of a mid-century architect and daughter of an interior designer—

Eisenberg was destined for a career in decorating, founding her eponymous company in 2019 after stints at residential and commercial firms. meghaneisenberg.com

Clockwise from top right: Green River Necklace / $895 / lizziefortunato.com D10 Square Hanley Decorative Tile / Price in industrywest.com Septembre Vase in Pink by Cristina Celestino / $346 / maison-matisse.com Cabinet 2192 in Green Chartreuse Dinnerware / Price upon request / bluepheasant.com Rendlesham Fabric in Russet by Guy Goodfellow / Price upon

. D10 Hanley Decorative Tile / Price upon request / balineum.co.uk. Cane High Back Bench in Ocean Blue / $1,395 / . Cabinet 2192 in Green by Josef Frank / $14,720 / svenskttenn.com. Marcus Salt Glaze

. Rendlesham Fabric in Russet Goodfellow / Price upon request / johnrosselli.com

District Darling

Byron Risdon started his career in New working for a number of prominent designers before starting his own firm in Washington, in 2016. A self-described ‘feeling designer,’ Risdon believes in creating comfortable, spaces that are always aesthetically

Risdon started his career in New York City for a number of prominent before starting his own firm in D.C. in 2016. A self-described Risdon believes in creating comfortable, livable spaces that are pleasing.

Case in point: this apartment’s living true pandemic project for a teacher looking downsize—where work-from-home versatility meets a modern mix of materials. byronrisdon.com

Case in point: this living room—a true for a teacher to downsize—where work-from-home

Clockwise from top right: Variance Rug by Colin King / From $715

Floor Lamp in Aged Iron by Amber Lewis / $999 / visualcomfortco.com

Penguin Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen / $1,370 / us.iconsbymenu.com Theo Club Stool / Price upon request / verellen.biz Mitzie Media Console in Mappa Burl / Price upon request / fourhands.com

Tourron Fruit Cup in Cerise / $44 / jarsusa.com Pyke Mirror / $1,040 / arteriorshome.com

. Dume Large Arched Floor Lamp in Aged Iron by Amber Lewis / $999 / .

Variance Rug by Colin King / From $715 / benirugs.com

Modern Relics

CONTEMPORARY LIGHTING MADE OF NATURAL MATERIALS ILLUMINATES THE STORIED INTERIORS OF THE PARK AVENUE ARMORY.

PETITE PLAYER

Brent Warr’s Katie table lamp is compact enough to work in a range of environments while remaining functional. Shown atop the wood Paleta pedestal from Arhaus, both the shade and base are made of cast plaster and punctuated by playful semi-spheres for added dimension. When illuminated, the natural imperfections of its uneven surface reveal arresting shadows and color variations. Warr, an Auburn University graduate who is based in Atlanta, also offers the design in custom colorways. objectivegallery.com, arhaus.com

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ETHEREAL ELEMENT

Porcelain’s materiality is reimagined with Polish-born interior designer-cum-ceramicist Natalia Landowska’s Cashew Cream wall sconce. The fixture is covered in multiple layers of glaze resulting in a delicate flaky texture that gives the piece an organic, earthen quality. At her circa-1900s Brooklyn studio, each thin, shell-like form morphs in the kiln and no two glazes appear the same after firing, ensuring that each design is a unique creation. natalialandowska.com

POWER POSE

Behold the Helena Floor lamp by Brooklyn-based ceramicist Danny Kaplan in collaboration with In Common With. A study in aesthetic purity, the fixture’s seductive form is achieved through coil-building, whereby rings of clay are stacked and then smoothed before firing. The matching shade conceals seven light bulbs, which can be dimmed by turning the brass knob crowning the top. Shown here in Stone, the lamp is available in six colorways and three brass hardware finishes. incommonwith.com

CLASSICAL NOTE

Designer Ryan Korban’s much-anticipated debut collection for RH Contemporary consists of five lighting pieces, including the Garonne Grand sconce. Pictured here against the layered walls of the historical Park Avenue Armory, the stately fixture channels traditional 1930s French silhouettes, while its sleek lines and matte finish echo a modernized, minimalist sensibility. The sconce is handcrafted with steal and finished in a smooth plaster. rh.com

MIXING TRADITIONS

Old meets new in Barbara Palatin-Doyle’s Charta Alba I table lamp. For the sculpted base, the Studio Palatin founder was inspired by 17th- and 18th-century designs as well as humble brown wrapping paper from an Amazon box. Palatin-Doyle, who splits time between New York City and her native Austria, worked said paper into unique crinkled forms before enlisting Augarten Wien, a 300-year-old porcelain factory, to bring the stunning white shape to life, which is topped with a handmade Japanese Hosho paper shade. lizobrien.com

TACTILE FORMS

The White Fins pendant is handmade by Atlanta maker Dana Castle of Crosland + Emmons. Each piece is composed of white stoneware and threaded through a brass stem that can be adjusted to the desired position, encouraging one to engage with the light like an evolving piece of art. Castle avoids color as not to distract from the raw beauty of her material, and finishes each design in a chalky white glaze that “adds a softness without hiding the evidence of the hands that made it.” croslandandemmons.com

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Down to the Details

THESE CAREFULLY CONSIDERED KITCHENS HIGHLIGHT A TIMELESS MIX OF MATERIALS, STRIKING PALETTES AND REFINED ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS.

WRITTEN BY ALYSSA BIRD

PRO GRADE

When designer Bradley Odom was tasked with renovating this Atlanta kitchen for a chef and his young family, he played into the European sensibility of the residence, a Spanish Revival built in 1903. “We wanted to stay true to the home’s architecture,” says

Odom, who reworked the space to include a new pantry, more storage and larger w indows that bring in light and take advantage of backyard views. With function top of mind, Odom arranged the long, narrow room with two movable islands—one for prep and one for serving—and a layout that provides easy access to the refrigerator, range, sink and dishwashers. Glass cabinetry replaced a cluttered desk area, providing display space for the homeowners’ collection of Astier de Villatte ceramics, durable bluestone flooring stands up to the wear of family life and a

backsplash of uneven tile lends texture. Meanwhile, a former laundry room was transformed into the new pantry, complete with a hidden door concealed within a wall of cabinetry painted a dramatic shade of aubergine that complements the kitchen’s greenish-gray cabinetry. “The clients were adamant about not wanting a white space and they set the tone, which is sophisticated and moody,” Odom says. Art also played a critical role, with two wooden game plaques-turnedsconces acting as the starting point for the entire scheme. bradleyodom.com

Previous page: In an Atlanta kitchen by designer Bradley Odom, Visual Comfort & Co. pendants illuminate movable islands for prep and serving. The cabinetry is painted Benjamin Moore’s Kitty Gray, while the backsplash tile is from Renaissance Tile & Bath. A hidden door reveals a jewel box pantry donning Dark Walnut by Benjamin Moore.

COLOR STORY

Fora Marina del Rey, California, kitchen, the pièce de résistance happens to be an appliance: a beautiful, blue range and coordinating vent hood by L’Atelier Paris Haute Design. The homeowner worked with the company, who specializes in bespoke ranges, cabinetry and fixtures, on the bold selection. “We landed on a custom 95-inch range with a 63-inch vent hood in Brilliant Blue that includes drawers for utensils and spice storage,” explains co-founder and creative director Maria Moraes. In addition to four gas burners, the range features a coup de feu for simmering and slow-cooking, a lava-stone barbecue and two ovens—not to mention stainless-steel countertops extending beyond the appliance for added prep space. According to Moraes, the finish color required much deliberation, and several di erent tones of blue were considered while the rest of the palette, including a brick backsplash and oak cabinetry and flooring, were kept neutral to let the range shine. Recently, the brand’s options became even more diverse: Their spectrum of colors has expanded to include five more shades (including Gossamer Pink, below), all of which is inspired by Parisian style. leatelierparis.com

“ We considered about 10 different shades of blue. The homeowner wanted something bold yet timeless and I love the nal hue we landed on.”

–MARIA MORAES

“ different of blue. The homeowner

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Tale ofTwo Kitchens

WHILE LOCATED IN THE SAME HOUSE, EACH OF THESE COOKING SPACES HAS ITS OWN DISTINCT FLAIR.

The entertaining kitchen in a GordonDunning project is inspired by a cozy English bar. The space is enveloped in Benjamin Moore’s Boreal Forest and illuminated by an RH light fixture (this page and opposite). Meanwhile, in the main kitchen, an antiqued-mirror backsplash and artwork found at a Paris flea market dresses up the area surrounding a Lacanche range. The cabinetry is painted Benjamin Moore’s Gray Mist and Circa Lighting pendants hang above the island (following page).

As part of the renovation of a Tudor-style residence in Atlanta, Lathem Gordon and Cate Dunning of design firm GordonDunning imagined not one, but two kitchens for a couple with a young child. The initial plan was to simply relocate the space—situated near the pool area—to a more central, family-friendly area of the home, but, in the end, the couple decided that having a second kitchen and bar area for entertaining better suited their lifestyle. As such, the

designers reconfigured the layout, added paneling and painted the cabinetry, walls and ceiling a deep green shade. “This cozy English bar moment is an homage to the home’s architecture,” Gordon says. “There’s a den and fireplace nearby, so it feels like the right part of the house to give you a hug before going out into the sunshine.” Meanwhile, the original living area was reworked to seamlessly flow into a new main kitchen. “Because you can see the space

from the living room, we wanted it to be clean and beautiful,” Gordon explains, adding, “the wife is very chic, and the barstools are a nod to her love of French style.” In fact, the client’s main requirement was a Lacanche range from France. Allowing it to take center stage, all other appliances are paneled, including the vent hood and walk-in pantry hidden behind what appears to be cabinet doors, making for an airy, streamlined aesthetic. gordondunning.com

Finer Points

A SALUTE TO THE ARTISANS TURNING DESIGN DREAMS INTO REALITY.

Architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s famous dictum, “God is in the details,” is one we happen to agree with at Luxe We could fill a small library with the exquisite custom creations we’ve had the pleasure of publishing over the years. Allow us to start here—by plucking fantastic spaces from our archives and hearing from the craftspeople behind their defining features.

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Caroline Lizarraga began her painter’s journey in college, flipping flea market finds for resale. After studying decorative arts, she founded her eponymous Bay Area studio. Here, Lizarraga’s one-of-a-kind art takes the form of classic harlequin-style, painted-and-glazed floors in a San Francisco home designed by Lynn Kloythanomsup of Landed Interiors & Homes. carolinelizarraga.com

ALL IN THE MIX

PATRICIA ARNILLAS, CONTRAPOSTO ART STUDIO

Tricks of the trade: I studied Fine Arts in Lima, Peru, where I was born. Incidentally, my professors were from Italy, Austria and Germany, and I learned 15th -century techniques, such as creating tempera using natural pigments mixed with egg yolk. This training made me resourceful and proved useful when I moved to New York City in the 1980s and discovered decorative painting. Secret sauce: I have become renown among my clients for creating murals on fabric and burlap to which I apply my own concoction of pliable plaster in layers. It strikes the viewer as mildly rustic and organic, yet contemporary. On view: This mural was inspired by the vegetation surrounding a residence in Greenwich, Connecticut, by designer Erik R. Smith and architect Eric J. Smith. The homeowner wanted to bring the forest into her dining room, so I spent time on the property observing, taking photos and drafting the landscape. patriciaarnillas.com

ART OF ILLUSION

AMELIA ROSSI, AMELIA ROSSI LLC

Custom fix: Clients often come to me for stencil work. Other times, they want a painted scene on grass-cloth, or maybe they can’t find the perfect color or wallpaper. That’s where I come in! Arts evolution: While painting cabinets for a construction company in Palm Beach, I was exposed to murals, gilding and other decorative techniques. On one project, I remember walking through the living room and seeing artisans painting the walls like an Arabian tent. There were folds in the corners, drapings and tassels—all trompe-l’oeil. I was amazed. That was the moment I decided to step it up. Constant muse: The Vizcaya Museum & Gardens in Miami. Each room h as layers of hand-crafted details. My dream project would be working with a team to restore that building. On view: This dining room designed by Caroline Rafferty was a favorite project. The floor’s colors, sheen and tessellated pattern were a stunning design choice. @amelia.rossi.llc

BUILT TO L AST

CHARLES CALHOUN, CALHOUN DESIGN & METALWORKS

Mission statement: We are a metal fabricating company specializing in everything from doors and windows to railings, gates, range hoods and specialty items.

Origin story: I went to college for theater design; my studies included set design and metalwork. After graduating, I moved to Atlanta to work in film and started making furniture for friends on the side. My business grew out of a garage 27 years ago into the organization we have now.

On view: This railing is part of a project on Sea Island, Georgia, with Thad Truett and Suzanne Kasler. We worked to develop a design to follow the flowing structure of the compound curving staircase. Road ahead: I’m inspired by my talented employees, who are the future of this craft. I think everyone in design recognizes that artisans are harder to find these days. We have to find ways to inspire young people to continue these traditions. calhounmetalworks.com

AGAINST THE GRAIN

JOHN MARSHALL III, MARSHALL

MILLWORK

In-house specialties: Custom doors, windows, moldings, shutters, gates, light posts, stairs, paneling and any other type of architectural millwork. Family affair: My great grandfather started this company in

a small town in Mississippi, but a mass fire destroyed everything. He packed up his family, and what little they had left, onto a horse and wagon, and moved operations to Montgomery, Alabama, in 1918, to start over. We’ve been here honing this craft ever since. Day in the life: We never know what’s coming next, which keeps things exciting. One day we’re making custom wine racks and the next, we’re building 18-foot-tall mahogany shutters. On view: So many amazing wood pieces were fabricated for this project with Phillip Sides, including the living room’s beautiful white oak-paneled walls. marshallmillwork.com

ALL THAT GLITTERS

JOHN OPELLA, MINIUM DECORATIVE ARTS & DESIGN

Sweet spot: Murals incorporating gold, plaster and lacquer on wall surfaces, furniture and glass. Road map: I’ve studied fine art, architecture and interiors over the years. First, while working for artists and later, working at design studios. My craft combines these experiences, from collaborating with designers at the early stages of a project to executing them on-site or in-studio. Inspired by: 20 th -century design, from the Art Deco of Dunand and Catteau to the modern movement of Le Corbusier and Eileen Gray. On view: This home bar mural was commissioned by designer Marie Flanigan for a client who collects tequilas. It is a moody evening l andscape with gilt agave plants. My business has offices in Brooklyn and Portland, but I love getting to work with Marie because she is based in Houston, where I grew up. Plus, it’s fun to see how she transforms spaces in new and interesting ways. miniumdesign.com

TOUCH OF HAND

KIRBY SINCLAIR, SEGRETO FINISHES

Next generation: My mom, Leslie Sinclair, started Segreto Finishes about 30 years ago, so I grew up surrounded by art. When I was in school, I worked on the different teams within our company to learn more about various finish techniques. Before we opened our showrooms, our house was a revolving door of design and experimentation. Top line: We are a decorative arts and architectural finishes company, with a team of design, operations and artistic personnel, who work together to create beautiful surroundings for residential and commercial projects. We install different types of plasters depending on what our clients are looking for aesthetically, and how the plaster will be used. Material love: I’ve become addicted to plaster over the years. I love the organic feeling it provides; even our whitest plasters feel warm and inviting. On view: This image shows a bathroom of black tadelakt plaster, which is an all-natural, water-resistant lime plaster that can hold darker pigments. We loved collaborating with general contractor DJ Palmore and designer Ashton Taylor on this project. Talk about two inspiring people! segretofinishes.com

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L TROY RHONE GARDEN DESIGN Mountain Brook, AL troyrhone.com

H FRANCIS BRYANT CONSTRUCTION

Vestavia Hills, AL francisbryant.com

Arizona

H H2 VIEW AZ Cave Creek, AZ 425.330.8499

I DECESARE DESIGN GROUP, INC. Mesa, AZ decesaredesigngroup.com

H BEDBROCK DEVELOPERS Paradise Valley, AZ bedbrock.com

L BEDBROCK LANDSCAPING Paradise Valley, AZ bedbrock.com

H TINKER DEVELOPMENT Paradise Valley, AZ tinkerdevelopment.com

A AJ DESIGN STUDIO Phoenix, AZ ajdesignstudio.com

H AMKOZ BUILDERS Phoenix, AZ amkozbuilders.com

H ARCADIA CUSTOM BUILDERS, LLC Phoenix, AZ arcadiabuildersllc.com

A BIEGNER-MURFF ARCHITECTS Phoenix, AZ biegnermurff.com

A DLR GROUP Phoenix, AZ dlrgroup.com

L FLO DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION Phoenix, AZ 480.227.7980

I JAIMEE ROSE INTERIORS Phoenix, AZ jaimeerose.com

A LEA ARCHITECTS Phoenix, AZ lea-architects.com

I MARA INTERIOR DESIGN Phoenix, AZ marainteriordesign.com

H MONDRAGON DESIGN + BUILD Phoenix, AZ mondragondesign.com

H PRINCETON CONSTRUCTION, LLC Phoenix, AZ princetonaz.com

H STARION CUSTOM RESIDENCES Phoenix, AZ starioncustomresidences.com

A TAMMEN + ROSE ARCHITECTURE Phoenix, AZ tammenrosearchitecture.com

A H THE CONSTRUCTION ZONE Phoenix, AZ czphx.com

A I THE RANCH MINE Phoenix, AZ theranchmine.com

I THELIFESTYLEDCO Phoenix, AZ thelifestyledco.com

H VISTA GENERAL CONSTRUCTION Phoenix, AZ vistageneral.com

I WOLFE STUDIOS Phoenix, AZ wolfestudios.design

H A FINER TOUCH CONSTRUCTION Scottsdale, AZ aftconstruction.com

H ALLHAUS Scottsdale, AZ allhaus.com

L BERGHOFF DESIGN GROUP Scottsdale, AZ berghoffdesign.com

H BLACKHAWK BUILDING COMPANY, LLC Scottsdale, AZ blackhawkbuildingco.com

I BRITANY SIMON DESIGN HOUSE Scottsdale, AZ britanysimon.com

H CATALYST VENTURES Scottsdale, AZ gaineyfinancial.com

L CFDESIGN Scottsdale, AZ cfdesignaz.com

A DALE GARDON DESIGN Scottsdale, AZ dalegardondesign.com

I DAVID MICHAEL MILLER ASSOCIATES Scottsdale, AZ davidmichaelmiller.com

H DESERT STAR CONSTRUCTION Scottsdale, AZ desertstarconstruction.com

A DREWETT WORKS Scottsdale, AZ drewettworks.com

I GUIDED HOME DESIGN Scottsdale, AZ guidedhomedesign.com

I HOLLY WRIGHT DESIGN Scottsdale, AZ hollywrightdesign.com

I ICONIC DESIGN + BUILD Scottsdale, AZ iconicdesignbuild.com

L LANDSCAPE RESOURCES Scottsdale, AZ landscape-resources.com

A MATTHEW THOMAS ARCHITECTURE, LLC Scottsdale, AZ mtarchitecture.com

I MODERN NEST Scottsdale, AZ modernnesthomes.com

I NOMAD DESIGN Scottsdale, AZ nomaddesignaz.com

L ON SITE LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION Scottsdale, AZ onsitebuilds.com

H R.J. GURLEY CONSTRUCTION Scottsdale, AZ rjgurley.com

L REFINED GARDENS Scottsdale, AZ refinedgardens.com

H SALCITO CUSTOM HOMES Scottsdale, AZ salcito.com

I SALCITO DESIGN GROUP Scottsdale, AZ salcito.com

I THE REFINED GROUP Scottsdale, AZ therefinedgroup.com

A TSONTAKIS ARCHITECTURE Scottsdale, AZ tsontakisarchitecture.com

L VAN WYCK PROJECTS Scottsdale, AZ vanwyckprojects.com

A GANSLINE & ASSOC; ARCHITECTS AND PLANNERS Tucson, AZ gansline.com

California

H CENTRIC GENERAL CONTRACTORS Brisbane, CA centricconst.centricgc.com

L SCOTT MENZEL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Carpinteria, CA scottmenzel.com

I FIORELLA DESIGN, LLC Castro Valley, CA fiorelladesign.com

I RAILI CA DESIGN Corona del Mar, CA railicadesign.com

H CAVANAUGH CONSTRUCTION CORP. Coronado, CA cavanaughconstruct.com

A CHRISTIAN RICE ARCHITECTS, INC. Coronado, CA christianrice.com

H BENBURB CONSTRUCTION Corte Madera, CA benburbconstruction.com

I MORRISON INTERIORS Costa Mesa, CA dminteriors.net

H SC HOMES, INC. Costa Mesa, CA schomes.com

A TEALE ARCHITECTURE Costa Mesa, CA tealearchitecture.com

A SHUBIN DONALDSON Culver City, CA shubindonaldson.com

L KLP GARDEN PARTNERSHIP Cupertino, CA klpgardenpartnership.com

A HAYER ARCHITECTURE Del Mar, CA hayerarchitecture.com

L CLEAVER DESIGN ASSOCIATES Lafayette, CA cleaverdesign.com

L LANDCRAFTERS, INC. Laguna Niguel, CA landcrafters.com

H THE FARRELL COMPANY Los Altos, CA thefarrellco.com

A ABRAMSON ARCHITECTS Los Angeles, CA abramsonarchitects.com

I ANNETTE ENGLISH + ASSOCIATES Los Angeles, CA annetteenglish.com

A ASSEMBLEDGE+ Los Angeles, CA assembledge.com

L BENNER LANDSCAPE DESIGN Los Angeles, CA benner-design.com

I DISC INTERIORS Los Angeles, CA discinteriors.com

I DKB DESIGNS Los Angeles, CA definingspaceandstyle.com

H DOBKIN CONSTRUCTION Los Angeles, CA dobkinconstruction.com

L FIORE LANDSCAPE DESIGN Los Angeles, CA fiorelandscapedesign.com

I LISA STRONG DESIGN Los Angeles, CA

I MAGNI KALMAN DESIGN Los Angeles, CA magnikalman.com

I MASSUCCO WARNER INTERIOR DESIGN Los Angeles, CA massuccowarner.com

L STEPHEN BILLINGS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Los Angeles, CA sblastudio.com

I SUSAN MITNICK DESIGN STUDIO Los Angeles, CA susanmitnick.com

A TIMOTHY JOSLIN ARCHITECT PC Los Angeles, CA timothyjoslin.com

H TYLER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Los Angeles, CA tylerdev.com

H TODD TURLEY CONSTRUCTION Los Gatos, CA toddturleyconstruction.com

I ANDRIKA KING DESIGN Manhattan Beach, CA andrikaking.com

H ELITE DESIGN BUILDERS, INC. Manhattan Beach, CA elitedesignbuilders.com

A TOMARO ARCHITECTURE, INC. Manhattan Beach, CA tomaro.com

L KEITH WILLIG LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Menlo Park, CA keithwilliglandscape.com

I SULLIVAN DESIGN STUDIO Menlo Park, CA sullivandesignstudio.com

L NATIVE VALLEY LANDSCAPE DESIGN Napa, CA nativevalleydesign.com

A CYNTHIA CHILDS ARCHITECT, UNIQUE CUSTOM HOMES Newport Beach, CA ccarchitect.com

I FLINN DESIGNS Newport Beach, CA flinndesigns.com

H LEGACY CDM INC. Newport Beach, CA legacycdm.com

H MN BUILDERS Oakland, CA mnbuilders.com

A BAY AREA DESIGNS Palo Alto, CA jenniferleedesigns.com

H CLARUM HOMES Palo Alto, CA clarum.com

A DAHLIN Pleasanton, CA dahlingroup.com

L AHLES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Rancho Santa Fe, CA 858.756.8963

H MARK V. AGEE CONSTRUCTION Rancho Santa Fe, CA markvagee.com

H MUNSCH HOMES Rancho Santa Fe, CA munschhomes.com

L JONES LANDSCAPES Redondo Beach, CA joneslandscapesla.com

A SDG ARCHITECTURE Redwood City, CA sdgarchitecture.com

I SHELLEY & CO. INTERIOR DESIGN Ross, CA shelleyandcompany.com

I JENNIFER ROBIN INTERIORS San Anselmo, CA jrobininteriors.com

I LAUREN NELSON DESIGN San Anselmo, CA laurennelsondesign.com

L STUDIO GREEN San Anselmo, CA studiogreen.com

I MCCORMICK & WRIGHT San Diego, CA mccormickandwright.com

I STUDIO H DESIGN GROUP San Diego, CA studioh-int.com

A ARCANUM ARCHITECTURE, INC. San Francisco, CA arcanumarchitecture.com

H BRUNNER CONSTRUCTION San Francisco, CA brunnerco.com

H CAIRN CONSTRUCTION INC. San Francisco, CA cairnconstruction.com

I CATHERINE KWONG DESIGN San Francisco, CA catherinekwong.com

H CLAYTON TIMBRELL & COMPANY INC. San Francisco, CA claytontimbrell.com

A DAVID BUERGLER ARCHITECT San Francisco, CA davidbuergler.com

I FISHER WEISMAN BRUGIONI San Francisco, CA fwb-sf.com

I JAY JEFFERS San Francisco, CA jayjeffers.com

H JEFF KING & COMPANY San Francisco, CA jeffkingandco.com

A JILL LEWIS ARCHITECTURE San Francisco, CA jilllewisarchitecture.com

I KELLY HOHLA INTERIORS San Francisco, CA kellyhohlainteriors.com

I KENDALL WILKINSON DESIGN San Francisco, CA kendallwilkinson.com

I MAREA CLARK INTERIORS San Francisco, CA mareaclarkinteriors.com

A H NOVA DESIGNS + BUILDS San Francisco, CA novadesignsbuilds.com

A RED DOT STUDIO ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN San Francisco, CA reddotstudio.com

I REGAN BAKER DESIGN San Francisco, CA reganbakerdesign.com

A RICHARD BEARD ARCHITECTS San Francisco, CA richard-beard.com

L SCULPT GARDENS San Francisco, CA sculptgardens.com

A SUTRO ARCHITECTS San Francisco, CA sutroarchitects.com

I TUCKER & MARKS San Francisco, CA tuckerandmarks.com

H PALMER CONSTRUCTION San Juan Capistrano, CA palmerconstruction.com

H BRELLIN COMPANY San Rafael, CA brellinco.com

A WILKINSON ARCHITECTURAL GROUP San Rafael, CA wilkarchitect.com

H NEW WEST BUILDERS Santa Ana, CA 714.412.5263

L BOSKY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Santa Barbara, CA boskyland.com

H LEONARD UNANDER ASSOCIATES, INC. Santa Barbara, CA unanderconstruction.com

I CHRISTINE MARKATOS DESIGN Santa Monica, CA markatosdesign.com

H WRIGHT CONTRACTING, LLC Santa Rosa, CA wrightcontracting.com

H BK CUSTOM BUILDERS Saratoga, CA 408.690.5313

A MEMARIE ASSOCIATES Saratoga, CA memarie.com

I SARAHLIZ LAWSON DESIGN, INC. Saratoga, CA sarahlizlawson.com

I KOBUS INTERIORS Sausalito, CA martinkobushome.com

H HERBST CONSTRUCTION, INC. Solana Beach, CA herbstconstruction.com

I INTIMATE LIVING INTERIORS Solana Beach, CA intimatelivinginteriors.com

A JOHN P. JENSEN ARCHITECT Solana Beach, CA johnjensenarchitect.com

I KERN & CO. SUSAN SPATH INTERIOR DESIGN Solana Beach, CA kerncodesigns.com

I 22 INTERIORS Studio City, CA 22interiors.com

H ROBERT MORKEN CONSTRUCTION Tahoe Vista, CA 530.386.1512

H MARTIN-STEPHAN BUILDERS, INC. Thousand Oaks, CA martin-stephanbuilders.com

I BAYON DESIGN STUDIO Tiburon, CA bayondesignstudio.com

L ROCK & ROSE NURSERY + LANDSCAPE Truckee, CA rocknrose.com

L VANDERTOOLEN ASSOCIATES Walnut Creek, CA vandertoolen.com

I JESS DIAB STUDIO West Hollywood, CA jessdiabstudio.com

I STUDIO LIFE/STYLE West Hollywood, CA studio-lifestyle.com

L NICK DEAN LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC. Woodland Hills, CA nickdeanlandscapedesign.com

I DEL GAVIO GROUP Woodside, CA delgaviogroup.com

H MARK KELLEY CONSTRUCTION CO, INC. Woodside, CA kelleycustomhomes.com

Colorado

L DESIGN WORKSHOP Aspen, CO designworkshop.com

A I FORUM PHI Aspen, CO forumphi.com

L LIFT STUDIO Aspen, CO liftstudiolandscape.net

A I MENENDEZ ARCHITECTS + INTERIORS Aspen, CO menendezarchitects.com

A I ROWLAND+BROUGHTON Aspen, CO rowlandbroughton.com

H BECK BUILDING COMPANY Avon, CO beckbuilds.com

I CASEY & COMPANY INTERIOR DESIGN Avon, CO caseyco-id.com

H SHAEFFER HYDE CONSTRUCTION Avon, CO shaefferhyde.com

A CCY ARCHITECTS Basalt, CO ccyarchitects.com

L MARPA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE + CONSTRUCTION Boulder, CO marpa.com

A MOSAIC ARCHITECTS & INTERIORS Boulder, CO mosaicarchitects.com

A BHH PARTNERS, PLANNERS AND ARCHITECTS Breckenridge, CO bhhpartnersco.com

H KORU LTD. Carbondale, CO korultd.com

H 5280 CONTRACTING Castle Rock, CO 5280contracting.com

A H I CHALET Denver, CO chaletcolorado.com

L DAVE JOHNSON LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Denver, CO johnsonlandart.com

H DOMANI HOMES, INC. Denver, CO domanihomes.com

I DUET DESIGN GROUP Denver, CO duetdesigngroup.com

I KALEIDOSCOPE DESIGN Denver, CO kaleidoscopedesigndenver.com

I NOBLE DESIGN GROUP Denver, CO nobledesigngroup.com

H PURE CONSTRUCTION Denver, CO pureconstructiondenver.com

A SALTED: ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN Denver, CO saltedarch.com

A STUDIOHOFF ARCHITECTURE Denver, CO studiohoff.com

A S3 ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, LLC Eagle, CO s3ag.com

A BERGLUND ARCHITECTS Edwards, CO berglundarchitects.com

L DENNIS ANDERSON LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Edwards, CO 970.390.3745

I JACOBS + INTERIORS Edwards, CO jacobsinteriors.com

I COLLECTIVE DESIGN Frisco, CO collectivedg.com

H PINNACLE MOUNTAIN HOMES Frisco, CO pinnaclemtnhomes.com

H OLD GREENWICH BUILDERS Glendale, CO oldgreenwichbuilders.com

A MITCHELL ARCHITECTURE Greenwood Village, CO

I STUDIO THOMAS Greenwood Village, CO studio-thomas.com

L DESIGNS BY SUNDOWN Littleton, CO designsbysundown.com

I INSIDE STORIES, LLC Littleton, CO insidestories.com

H METERMATTERS, INC. Littleton, CO

L CERES+ LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Silverthorne, CO ceres-plus.com

A E CUMMINGS ARCHITECT Telluride, CO ecummingsarchitect.com

H FORTENBERRY & RICKS, LLC Telluride, CO 970.728.4321

I KIMILLE TAYLOR, INC. Telluride, CO kimilletaylor.com

A MORTON ARCHITECTS, INC. Telluride, CO mortonarchitects.com

A KH WEBB ARCHITECTS Vail, CO khwebb.com

Connecticut

I MCGRATH II Greenwich, CT mcgrath2.com

I ATELIER ROAN Westport, CT atelierroan.co

Delaware

A LESLIE KELLY ARCHITECTURE Wilmington, DE 302.777.3335

Florida

H ROSS BUILT CONSTRUCTION Bradenton, FL rossbuilt.com

A STRANG DESIGN Coconut Grove, FL strang.design

I ASSURE INTERIORS Coral Gables, FL assureinteriors.com

A CARLOS PALMER ARCHITECTURE Coral Gables, FL 786.218.6602

I CAROLINA DESIGN LLC Coral Gables, FL carolinafreyre.com

A CMA DESIGN STUDIO INC. Coral Gables, FL cma.design

I CALIMIA HOME Doral, FL calimiahome.com

H HCD GROUP CORP Fort Lauderdale, FL hcdgroupcorp.com

L R.S. WALSH LANDSCAPING Fort Myers, FL rswalsh.com

L NIELSEN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Jupiter, FL nielsenlandarch.com

H WILLOUGHBY CONSTRUCTION Jupiter, FL willoughbyconstruction.com

I 10.STUDIO Key Biscayne, FL tendotstudio.com

L EXOTICSCAPE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Key Biscayne, FL exoticscape.com

I WILLIAM B. SCARBROUGH DESIGNS Lakeland, FL 863.205.6738

A AJ/A Miami, FL alfonsojurado.com

A H ARAGON CONSTRUCTION Miami, FL aragonconstruction.net

I B. PILA DESIGN STUDIO Miami, FL bpiladesign.com

H CDC BUILDERS, INC. Miami, FL cdcbuilders.com

L CHRISTOPHER CAWLEY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Miami, FL christophercawley.com

A I EOLO DESIGN ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS Miami, FL eolodesigns.com

H JOMED CONSTRUCTION Miami, FL jomedconstruction.com

H MOCCA GROUP Miami, FL moccagroup.com

I MONIOMI DESIGN Miami, FL moniomi.com

A PORTUONDO PEROTTI ARCHITECTS Miami, FL portuondo-perotti.com

I ROBERT RIONDA INTERIORS Miami, FL robertrionda.com

A H SA BUILDERS, LLC Miami, FL sabuilders.us

H SANANDRES CONSTRUCTION & CONSULTING GROUP Miami, FL sanandrescg.com

H CGU HOMES Naples, FL cgunlimited.com

H KURTZ HOMES NAPLES Naples, FL kurtzhomes.com

H MARK HICKMAN HOMES Naples, FL 630.915.2487

I MEGAN HICKMAN DESIGN Naples, FL meganhickmandesign.com

A I SDH STUDIO ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN North Miami Beach, FL sdhstudio.com

H TREO CONSTRUCTION North Miami Beach, FL treoconstruction.com

I DAVID MITCHELL BROWN Palm Beach, FL dmitchbrown.com

I ELLEN KAVANAUGH INTERIORS Palm Beach, FL ellenkavanaugh.com

L ENVIRONMENT DESIGN GROUP Palm Beach, FL environmentdesigngroup.com

H ISLAND CONSTRUCTION Palm Beach, FL islandconstructionpb.com

I SCOTT SANDERS LLC Palm Beach, FL scottsandersllc.com

L TODD MACLEAN OUTDOORS Palm Beach, FL toddmacleanoutdoors.com

I BLU INTERIORS Sarasota, FL bluinteriors.com

L BORDEN LANDSCAPE DESIGN Sarasota, FL bordenlandscape.com

H BOSTON LIGHT DEVELOPERS, LLC Sarasota, FL 617.901.4121

L MULLET BROTHERS INC. LANDSCAPING AND BRICK PAVING Sarasota, FL mullettbrothers.com

A PHIPPS HOME DESIGN Sarasota, FL phippshomedesign.com

L RIGHTWAY DESIGN Sarasota, FL 941.809.2806

A I TROP ARCHITECTURE Sarasota, FL troparchitecture.com

H VOIGT BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION Sarasota, FL voigtbrothers.com

I ACCENTRICS INTERIORS Tampa, FL accentricsinteriors.com

A COOPER JOHNSON SMITH PETERSON ARCHITECTS & TOWN PLANNERS Tampa, FL cjsarch.com

A BRENNER AND ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTURE, INC. Vero Beach, FL brennerarchitect.com

H HURYN CONSTRUCTION Vero Beach, FL hurynconstruction.com

I ROD MICKLEY INTERIORS Vero Beach, FL rodmickley.com

I DANIELLE ROLLINS INTERIORS West Palm Beach, FL danielledrollins.com

A LABERGE AND MÉNARD West Palm Beach, FL labergeandmenard.com

Georgia

I DANA LYNCH DESIGN Atlanta, GA danalynchdesign.com

H DERAZI HOMES Atlanta, GA derazihomes.com

H DOGWOOD HOMES, LLC Atlanta, GA 770.231.7668

L HOWARD DESIGN STUDIO Atlanta, GA howarddesignstudio.com

I SUSAN B. BOZEMAN DESIGNS, INC. Atlanta, GA susanbozemandesigns.com

A WILLIAM T. BAKER & ASSOCIATES Atlanta, GA wtbaker.com

I WOLF DESIGN GROUP, INC. Atlanta, GA wolfdesigngroup.com

H KIM L. WOODS CONSTRUCTION INC. Dalton, GA klwconstruction.weebly.com

A H I TERRACOTTA DESIGN BUILD CO. Decatur, GA terracottadesignbuild.com

H COLE CONSTRUCTION Milton, GA coleconstructionga.com

H HENRY COLE CONSTRUCTION, INC. Newnan, GA 770.755.4051

I AMTOWER INTERIOR + DESIGN Roswell, GA amtowerdesign.com

H BROOKS CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC Savannah, GA brooksconstruct.com

H WATERS BUILDING + DESIGN, LLC Savannah, GA watersbuild.com

Idaho

A BRUNELLE ARCHITECTS, INC. Hailey, ID brunellearchitects.com

H MAGLEBY CONSTRUCTIONSUN VALLEY Ketchum, ID maglebyconstruction.com

Illinois

H HOMES BY JAMES, INC. Arlington Heights, IL homesbyjamesinc.com

I AMY KARTHEISER DESIGN Chicago, IL amykartheiserdesign.com

H ATHENS CONSTRUCTION CO, INC. Chicago, IL athensconstruction.com

I BRUCE FOX DESIGN Chicago, IL brucefoxdesign.com

I BRYNN OLSON DESIGN GROUP Chicago, IL brynnolson.com

L CHICAGO ROOF DECK + GARDEN Chicago, IL chicagoroofdeck.com

L CHICAGO SPECIALTY GARDENS Chicago, IL chicagogardens.com

A I CRAIG & COMPANY Chicago, IL craigandco.com

I DEVON GRACE INTERIORS Chicago, IL devongraceinteriors.com

A FILORAMO TALSMA ARCHITECTURE Chicago, IL filoramotalsma.com

I JAMES THOMAS INTERIORS Chicago, IL jamesthomaschicago.com

L JAYSON DEGEETER LLC Chicago, IL jaysondegeeter.com

I JESSICA LAGRANGE INTERIORS Chicago, IL jessicalagrange.com

H LUXURY RESIDENCE GROUP BY POWER CONSTRUCTION Chicago, IL luxuryresidencegroupbypower.net

I MICHAEL DEL PIERO GOOD DESIGN Chicago, IL michaeldelpiero.com

I PAM MAHER DESIGN Chicago, IL pammaherdesign.com

I STEVE + FILIP DESIGN Chicago, IL steveandfilipdesign.com

I STUDIO GILD Chicago, IL studiogild.com

I SUZANNE LOVELL INC. Chicago, IL suzannelovellinc.com

I TOM STRINGER DESIGN PARTNERS Chicago, IL tomstringer.com

A WHEELER KEARNS ARCHITECTS Chicago, IL wkarch.com

A MICHAEL ABRAHAM ARCHITECTURE Clarendon Hills, IL michael-abraham.com

A JMSTUDIO Evanston, IL jmsperti.com

A I MORGANTE WILSON ARCHITECTS Evanston, IL morgantewilson.com

I ANDREA GOLDMAN DESIGN Glencoe, IL andreagoldmandesign.com

A MUNSON ARCHITECTS Highland Park, IL 847.212.7005

I AXB INTERIORS Hinsdale, IL axbinteriors.com

H MG CUSTOM INC. Johnsburg, IL 847.951.4153

H LEGACY CUSTOM HOMES, LLC Lake Bluff, IL legacych.com

L MARIANI LANDSCAPE Lake Bluff, IL marianilandscape.com

I LYNNE BEYER DESIGN Lake Forest, IL lynnebeyer.com

I MEGAN WINTERS DESIGN Lake Forest, IL meganwinters.com

I LAUREN COLLANDER INTERIORS Naperville, IL laurencollanderinteriors.com

H EIGHTY-EIGHT DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION Oak Park, IL eightyeightinc.com

H VON DREELE-FREERKSEN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Oak Park, IL vdfconstruction.com

H TRI-K DEVELOPMENT Palos Park, IL tri-kdev.com

H WUJCIK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC. Skokie, IL wujcik.com

L MIDWEST ARBOR CORPORATION Spring Grove, IL midwestarborcorp.com

Louisiana

A JEREMY CORKERN STUDIO New Orleans, LA jeremycorkernstudio.com

Maryland

I JAMIE MERIDA INTERIORS Easton, MD jamiemerida.com

Massachusetts

L REED HILDERBRAND Cambridge, MA reedhilderbrand.com

Michigan

I BONNIE WU DESIGN Ann Arbor, MI bonniewudesign.com

H COOLEY CONTRACTING Traverse City, MI cooleycontracting.com

L KTLA-DESIGNS Traverse City, MI ktla-designs.com

Missouri

I ANNIE KERN INTERIORS Kansas City, MO anniekerninteriors.com

Montana

H HIGHLINE PARTNERS Big Sky, MT highline-partners.com

H THE PRG GROUP Big Sky, MT theprggroup.com

A I CLB ARCHITECTS Bozeman, MT clbarchitects.com

L DESIGN 5 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Bozeman, MT design5la.com

L FIELD STUDIO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Bozeman, MT fieldstudiola.com

A REID SMITH ARCHITECTS Bozeman, MT reidsmitharchitects.com

A STUDIO H DESIGN Bozeman, MT studiohdesigninc.com

H LOHSS CONSTRUCTION Gallatin Gateway, MT lohssconstruction.com

A WORKADAY DESIGN Kalispell, MT workadaydesign.com

I COOKE INTERIORS STUDIO Whitefish, MT 406.471.8679

L FORESTORATION Whitefish, MT forestoration.com

H MINDFUL DESIGNS Whitefish, MT mindfuldesignsinc.com

New Jersey

H BEACH CRAFT CONSTRUCTION LLC Allenwood, NJ 908.675.6326

A RICHARD GRAHAM ARCHITECTS Brielle, NJ grahamarchitect.com

I J. PATRYCE DESIGN & COMPANY Hoboken, NJ jpatrycedesign.com

A ANDREW FETHES ARCHITECTS, PA Oradell, NJ af-arch.com

A H STONEWATER ARCHITECTURE Summit, NJ stonewaterarch.com

New York

L JOSEPH W. TYREE LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC. Bridgehampton, NY josephwtyree.com

I RAJNI ALEX DESIGN Bronxville, NY rajnialexdesign.com

H RDM RENOVATION Brooklyn, NY rdmrenovation.com

H RENOVATION PARTNERS Brooklyn, NY 917.460.8080

H EASTERN CHATEAU East Hampton, NY easternchateau.com

A JOSEPH CERAMI & ASSOCIATES Hampton Bays, NY josephcerami.com

H TRUE NORTH DEVELOPMENT Huntington, NY truenorthli.com

I A.A. BAKER DESIGN Locust Valley, NY aabakerdesign.com

I TIMOTHY GODBOLD LTD. Long Island, NY timothygodbold.com

I BECKY SHEA DESIGN (BS/D) Long Island City, NY beckyshea.com

L MARSHALL PAETZEL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Mattituck, NY mplastudio.com

I AUGUSTA HOFFMAN STUDIO New York, NY augustahoffman.com

I CARLYLE DESIGNS New York, NY carlyledesigns.com

I DENISE KURIGER DESIGN New York, NY dkdltd.com

A DJ ASSOCIATE ARCHITECT, PC New York, NY djapc.com

I FOLEY&COX New York, NY foleyandcox.com

I GARROW KEDIGIAN INTERIOR DESIGN New York, NY garrowkedigian.com

I GNE ARCHITECTURE New York, NY gnearchitecture.com

A I IKE KLIGERMAN BARKLEY New York, NY ikba.com

I JESSICA SCHUSTER DESIGN New York, NY jessicaschuster.com

I KA DESIGN GROUP New York, NY kadesigngroup.com

I KATIE RIDDER INC. New York, NY katieridder.com

A KAY LEONG, ARCHITECT New York, NY

A I MARIO EGOZI ARCHITECT New York, NY marioegoziarchitect.com

I NICOLE FULLER INTERIORS New York, NY nicolefullerinteriors.com

I RAYCHEL WADE DESIGN New York, NY raychelwadedesign.com

I RYAN LAWSON, LLC New York, NY ryanlawson.com

I SARA STORY DESIGN New York, NY sarastorydesign.com

I SASHA BIKOFF INTERIOR DESIGN New York, NY sashabikoff.com

I THOM FILICIA INC. New York, NY thomfilicia.com

H J&J JOHNSON Queens, NY 718.392.3033

H NEW YORK RESIDENTIAL GROUP, INC. Ridgewood, NY 917.603.1414

H FORDEN & CO. BUILDERS Sag Harbor, NY fordenandco.com

L SUMMERHILL LANDSCAPES Sag Harbor, NY summerhilllandscapes.com

A VAL FLORIO ARCHITECT PLLC Sag Harbor, NY valflorioarchitect.com

I WINTER MCDERMOTT DESIGN Sag Harbor, NY wintermcdermott.com

I MONICA FRIED DESIGN Scarsdale, NY monicafrieddesign.com

H BK KUCK CONSTRUCTION Southampton, NY bkkuckconstruction.com

North Carolina

I KATHY SMITH INTERIORS Belmont, NC kathysmithinteriors.com

L FREEMAN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Charlotte, NC freemanlandscapearchitecture.com

I J LAYTON INTERIORS Charlotte, NC jlaytoninteriors.com

A PURSLEY DIXON ARCHITECTURE Charlotte, NC pursleydixon.com

H I KINGSWOOD CUSTOM HOMES Pineville, NC kingswoodhomes.com

Oregon

I HARPER HOUSE DESIGN Bend, OR harperhousedesign.com

A KAREN SMULAND ARCHITECT Bend, OR ksmulandarchitect.com

L SZABO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Bend, OR szabo-la.com

H TREVIN DUEY CONSTRUCTION Sisters, OR trevindueyconstruction.com

South Carolina

I ALLISON ELEBASH INTERIOR DESIGN Mount Pleasant, SC allisonelebash.com

H CLINE HOMES Mount Pleasant, SC cline-homes.com

L NAVY YARD CHARLESTON DEVELOPMENT CO. Mount Pleasant, SC navyyardcharleston.com

A RUSH DIXON ARCHITECTS, LLC North Charleston, SC rushdixon.com

Tennessee

H MONTGOMERY CLASSIC CONSTRUCTION Brentwood, TN montgomeryccllc.com

A I LAUREL POWELL DESIGNS Chattanooga, TN laurelpowell.com

H WATERS-HOLLAND RESIDENTIAL BUILDERS Chattanooga, TN watersholland.com

A P. SHEA DESIGN Franklin, TN pshea.com

L DUKE DESIGN GROUP, LLC Nashville, TN dukedesigngroup.com

A DURDEN ARCHITECTURE Nashville, TN durdenarchitecture.com

H M. P. DANIEL CONSTRUCTION Nashville, TN 615.430.6696

I MCALPINE Nashville, TN mcalpinehouse.com

I NATALIE HAGER INTERIORS Nashville, TN nataliehagerinteriors.com

I R. HIGGINS INTERIORS Nashville, TN rhigginsinteriors.com

Texas

A I ALEX ROBINETTE, ARCHITECT Austin, TX alexrobinette.com

H ARROWHEAD CONSTRUCTION Austin, TX arrowhdtx.com

I FERN SANTINI, INC. Austin, TX fernsantini.com

I J.FISHER INTERIORS Austin, TX jfisherinteriors.com

L LANDWEST DESIGN GROUP Austin, TX landwest.com

A LARUE ARCHITECTS Austin, TX larue-architects.com

I LIZ MACPHAIL INTERIORS Austin, TX lizmacphailinteriors.com

H RB CUSTOM HOMES, LTD Austin, TX 512.791.2800

H RED TAIL CONSTRUCTION Austin, TX 310.962.5784

H REYNOLDS CUSTOM HOMES, INC. Austin, TX reynoldshomes.com

I SCW INTERIORS, LLC Austin, TX scwinteriors.com

L SITIO DESIGN Austin, TX sitiodesign.com

A I BODRON/FRUIT Dallas, TX bodronfruit.com

A C A NELSON ARCHITECTURE GROUP LLC Dallas, TX canelsonarchitects.com

I CHILDRESS INTERIORS, INC. Dallas, TX childressinteriors.com

A H L COLE & CO. CUSTOM HOMES Dallas, TX colehomes.com

I EMILY SUMMERS DESIGN ASSOCIATES Dallas, TX emilysummers.com

I LAURA LEE CLARK INTERIOR DESIGN, INC. Dallas, TX lauraleeclark.com

I MORGAN FARROW INTERIORS Dallas, TX morganfarrow.com

H NIXON CUSTOM HOMES Dallas, TX nixoncustomhomes.com

H ROBERT CLARK AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Dallas, TX rhclark.com

I S.B. LONG INTERIORS Dallas, TX sblonginteriors.com

A WILLIAM S. BRIGGS, ARCHITECT Dallas, TX williamsbriggs.com

H BROOKS CUSTOM HOMES Fort Worth, TX brookscustomhomes.com

I TORI RUBINSON INTERIORS Fort Worth, TX torirubinsoninteriors.com

I ASHTON TAYLOR INTERIORS Houston, TX ashtontaylorinteriors.com

A BRICKMOON DESIGN Houston, TX brickmoondesign.com

H BUSTER & COGDELL BUILDERS, LLC Houston, TX busterandcogdellbuilders.com

A COLBYDESIGN Houston, TX colbydesign.net

H DAVID JAMES CUSTOM BUILDER Houston, TX davidjamescustombuilder.com

I ECCO DESIGN Houston, TX eccodesigntexas.com

A H FRANKEL BUILDING GROUP Houston, TX frankeldesignbuild.com

A GORDON PARTNERS DESIGN Houston, TX gordonpartnersdesign.com

I INDIGO INTERIOR DESIGN Houston, TX 713.524.8868

I LAURA U DESIGN COLLECTIVE Houston, TX laurau.com

I LAUREN HASKETT DESIGN Houston, TX houstoninteriordesign.co

I LINDA EYLES DESIGN Houston, TX lindaeylesdesign.com

I NEST DESIGN GROUP Houston, TX nestinteriordesigngroup.com

A ROC-QI-TECTURI RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO Houston, TX 832.537.3770

A H STUDIOMET Houston, TX studiomet.com

A SUBURB CONCEPT LLC Houston, TX 713.584.8523

H TEXAS FINE HOME BUILDERS LLC Houston, TX texasfinehomes.net

H TINCHER’S CUSTOM HOMES & REMODELING INC. Mineral Wells, TX tincherscustomhomes.com

H MAUZÉ CONSTRUCTION CORP. San Antonio, TX 210.826.1813

A MICHAEL G. IMBER, ARCHITECTS San Antonio, TX michaelgimber.com

I PARS DESIGN STUDIO San Antonio, TX parsdesignstudio.com

A BLAKE ARCHITECTS Southlake, TX blakearchitects.net

Utah

A JAFFA GROUP ARCHITECTS Park City, UT jaffagroup.com

Washington

I LISA STATON DESIGN Bellingham, WA lisastaton.com

H EMERALD BUILDERS Ferndale, WA emeraldbuildersinc.com

H HEGGENES CONSTRUCTION INC. Freeland, WA heggenesconstruction.com

A ESG DESIGN Issaquah, WA esg-design.com

L OHASHI LANDSCAPE SERVICES Issaquah, WA ohashilandscape.com

H ESMB INC. Kirkland, WA esmbinc.com

A SOUNDESIGN GROUP ARCHITECTS, PLLC Langley, WA sdg.build

I SHANNON ADAMSON INTERIOR DESIGN Lynwood, WA adamsondesignstudio.com

L SANDER GROVES LANDSCAPING, INC. Redmond, WA sandergroves.com

I BRIO INTERIOR DESIGN Seattle, WA briointeriordesign.com

L BROADHURST + ASSOCIATES Seattle, WA broadhurstassociates.com

I CHARLIE HELLSTERN INTERIOR DESIGN Seattle, WA charliehellstern.com

A DEFOREST ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA deforestarchitects.com

H DOVETAIL GENERAL CONTRACTORS Seattle, WA dovetailgc.com

H DOWBUILT Seattle, WA dowbuilt.com

I HEIDI CAILLIER DESIGN Seattle, WA heidicaillierdesign.com

A HELIOTROPE ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA heliotropearchitects.com

A I HOEDEMAKER PFEIFFER Seattle, WA hoedemakerpfeiffer.com

I INFORM INTERIORS Seattle, WA informinteriors.design

L KENNETH PHILP LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA kennethphilp.com

A LANE WILLIAMS ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA lanewilliams.com

A MCCLELLAN ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA mccarch.com

H MCKINNEY GROUP INC. Seattle, WA mckinneyinc.com

I NB DESIGN GROUP Seattle, WA nbdesigngroup.net

H SCHULTZ MILLER Seattle, WA schultzmiller.com

A STUART SILK ARCHITECTS Seattle, WA stuartsilk.com

A I STUDIO AM Seattle, WA studioamarchitects.com

I SUSAN MARINELLO INTERIORS Seattle, WA susanmarinello.com

I THE PAVILION COMPANY Seattle, WA pavilionco.com

H TOTH CONSTRUCTION, INC. Seattle, WA tothconstruction.com

H HOLBECK CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN, INC. Stanwood, WA holbeckconstruction.com

H VANGUARD CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN, LLC Stanwood, WA vanguardnow.com

Washington,

I SOLÍS BETANCOURT & SHERRILL Washington, D.C. solisbetancourt.com International A INSTANTCONCEPT Wuppertal, Germany www.instantconcept.com

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Deciding which day is the best day at Kalea Bay is quite simple. It’s any day that ends in “Y.” Mondays are made for workouts on our sky deck. Tuesdays are for tennis. On Wednesdays, watch the sun setting from your oversized lanai. Treat yourself on Thursdays with poolside service. Friday night fun is always found at the Club and around the bar. Splash away your Saturdays atop 23 stories at our rooftop pool. Sunday morning mimosas taste best when sipped in your own space. Yes, every day is the best day at Kalea Bay.

In every community, there are a few organizations that stand out for their compassionate charity work. Bikes for Tykes is one of them for Naples. Its mission is to provide a bicycle to every child in need in Collier County, while simultaneously acting in service to area families and promoting a healthy lifestyle. This generous and ambitious coalition is supported by a volunteer cohort of professionals, retirees and active community members. Now, Luxe Interiors + Design has partnered with them to create the Pedals with Purpose auction, for which local designers have turned bicycles into reimagined works of art to benefit Bikes for Tykes. Whether these pieces are ridden with pride or admired as artistic installations (or, in one case, a light fixture) will be up to the highest bidders. Read on to learn about these stunning custom creations for a worthy cause.

Truly remarkable designs live—or die— by the details. Artist and founder Louis Beltran of Belt cites both nature and detail-oriented architects as major inspirations that are beloved by the bespoke metal art and design firm. He says: “The truly great architects of history that designed every detail of the project have always inspired the Belt team. Architects like Guimard, Horta and Gaudí—where every building ornament had a specific meaning and intent—are incredible inspirations. Details differentiate the truly great architecture around the world.” Belt’s other inspiration is their clients. “From start to finish, we see our role in the process as one that inspires our clients to join us in the creative

journey,” says Louis. “We work side-byside with architects, interior designers, project owners and builders to fully interpret their visions—and then we deliver the very best.” The team is currently working on a slew of exciting projects. They are developing limited edition collections and collaborations of some of their more sought-after pieces, such as light fixtures, furniture and surfaces. And the Pedals with Purpose project was one of passion. “It’s always fun to be creative and think outside of the box of our daily project hustle,” adds Louis. “Plus, biking is a holistic practice that keeps the body and mind healthy and is kind to the environment, something we strive for every day.”

“We believe success is a journey, not a destination. It happens in every team collaboration and each smile on a client’s face.”

PEDALS WITH PURPOSE | NAPLES Q+A

WITH VALENTINA BELTRAN

What elements most define the Belt design aesthetic?

The metal materiality; we push boundaries to inspire our clients with the endless, infinite possibilities of metal. We create unique pieces that elevate the design and the craft. We strive to create timelessness in our designs—those that withstand the test of time or evolve with time.

What technologies and trends are you seeing emerge these days?

As every hyper-technological trend rises, there is always a countertrend that emerges in response. We see a move towards timeless designs and handmade pieces that are truly unique. We see people moving away from disposable design and understanding the importance of creating and owning welldesigned, well-made, high-quality and durable pieces. We also see contemporary design as simple lines and geometries—yet they are rich in textures, material combinations and finishes.

What is your current position on sustainability?

We are hopeful that the world is shifting to more sustainable and responsible products. We deeply believe that we can create sustainable luxury without sacrificing uniqueness, quality and an attractive price point.

WEAVING METAL FUTURES

All aglow: Belt’s bicycle weaves metal threads to create a fabric-like wrap. It honors the metal materiality by combining the bright copper loom with earth and blue tone patinas. The basket has a unique touch of metal repoussé and origami flowers.

Pedal power: The intertwined light is a surprise touch. Connected to an integrated battery that charges while pedaling, di erent thread areas are activated and illuminated.

Eco-friendly excellence: Consistent with the “Weaving Futures” concept, approximately 95 percent of the metal used for the bike design is repurposed or recycled, and in a closed-loop mindset 100 percent of the material used is fully recyclable.

Opposite left The Lava, as Louis calls this sculpture, was inspired by the 2021 volcanic eruption in the Canary Islands. He says, “It represents the contrast of the flow of lava dramatically meeting the sea and peacefully petrifying.” Opposite right This bronze patina from the Surfaces by BELT collection inspired the palette of the artistic bicycle.

“The weaving of metal evokes the intertwining complexity of creating a sustainable tomorrow and driving toward a greater good. We wanted to make an art piece that can be ridden and evolve over time with its living finish.”

DWAYNE BERGMANN INTERIORS

DWAYNE BERGMANN, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER dwaynebergmann.com

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It’s conventional wisdom that variety in work and in life keeps things fun and interesting. Dwayne Bergmann, principal designer for Dwayne Bergmann Interiors, cites the mix of styles and preferences within his team as a source of regular inspiration. “The beautiful part of having a firm with several designers is that you get a variety of different perspectives,” he says. “Personally, I design with a lot of pieces that have remixed materials and modern features, while throwing different patterns and textures in the mix. I always think that the sky’s the limit when it comes to design, so I do a lot of custom pieces that are specifically tailored to a client’s taste.” The importance

of varying interests is also reflected in the looks that the firm creates for their customers. Bergmann says, “In order to keep the environments warm and inviting while utilizing fewer pieces of furniture and design objects, we pay very close attention to weaving a variety of textures and materials into each project.” The company is currently expanding and remodeling their Fort Myers showroom. “It will house my upcoming upholstered furniture collection and expansive design library,” says Bergmann. “Clients will have a beautiful one-stop shop design destination complete with custom cabinetry, a tile boutique and a plethora of design options.”

“We don’t merely remodel a house—we reimagine the space to meet each client’s needs in order to amplify the way they live life.”

WITH DWAYNE BERGMANN

What is the overarching concept for your bike design?

We loved the idea of polar opposite themes on each end of the bike, so we went with a minimalistic and sophisticated theme for the front and contrasted it with bursts of bold colors, textures and materials in the back.

What has been your biggest takeway from the project?

Life is more fun when you are dynamic and versatile! You can be serious and formal, but you can also be fun and bold. This project brought out an aspect of creative freedom that designers don’t always get to tap into when designing a home. Normally, our projects are cohesive and fit a specific scope that the client requests. The bike allowed us to combine opposing styles— something that you can’t often get away with in the interior design world.

Do you have anything else to share?

Designing the bike gave us the opportunity to tap into that childlike imagination and create something fun, with limitless opportunities. And it was such a fun way to give back to the community! It’s nice to be able to design something different with complete creative freedom over style, colors and materials.

BUSINESS IN THE FRONT, PARTY IN THE BACK

Formal attire requested: The front of the bike is very polished, with an all-black finish and basket filled with beauty and wellness items—very Naples.

Festive and fun: The concept was to present a bike that had two very different concepts that are equally beautiful in their own respects.

Sparkle and shine: The rear of the bike is focused on bright and bold colors, fun materials like multicolor crystals and mirrored rims.

Above No detail was spared in the creation and design of this bike. A wild, eccentric and eye-catching focal point on the back contrasts with simpler styling up front–leaving it all up for interpretation. Opposite left A modest sized galley kitchen is given a high-impact entrance. The hand-painted refrigerator is a whimsical accompaniment to the glamourous Hollywood Regency-style cabinetry designed by Bergmann. Opposite right Bergmann says, “I treat the faces of cabinetry as canvases of art with no detail spared. These islands are wrapped in two-tone corduroy.”

Photography Opposite left & Opposite right by Werner Straube

“The bike’s purpose is to be attention grabbing. We’re hoping whoever purchases it gives it to someone or p uts it on display.”

FREESTYLE INTERIORS

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Long-time Naples residents know that the area is rich with character and a strong sense of community. Local design firm Freestyle Interiors has been thriving in the region for over 40 years, and principal Faith Fix, ASID, says: “With our longevity in business, we have strong bonds with many architects, builders and partners in our community. After the devastation of Hurricane Ian, those relationships became even more important and valuable.” Designers and builders came together and distributed relief support throughout with generous donations and grassroots effort. “It’s times like this that we appreciate the specialness of our community,” Fix adds. The Freestyle team represents a mix of

designers, with individual backgrounds from as far away as Rhode Island, Chicago—and even Scotland. “We believe the diversity of backgrounds brings a uniqueness to the variety of coastal, contemporary and transitional homes we design,” Fix says. “We all collaborate regularly to bring the best ideas to our clients’ homes while embracing our company motto: Design for comfort.” In addition to custom residences and condos, their recent work includes the Naples Jet Center, First Tee and the Marco Island Yacht Club. Fix explains, “With higher profile projects coming to Naples, we are always inspired to think outside the box. We love it!”

“We are known for the care and attention we put into designing homes that make sense for the way our clients live.”

Q+A WITH FAITH FIX, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

What is it about this initiative that captured your heart and your imagination?

Any initiative that benefits children and young adults is valued by all of us in our firm. The gift of a bike, especially in the months leading up to the holidays, makes this a particularly rewarding program. The ability to give back while using our team’s creativity and passion for design was the icing on an already great cake!

What memories do you have about your first bicycle?

In many ways, that first real bike is as momentous as one’s first car. It’s the first sense of freedom and ability to explore away from home. We wanted this bike to elicit that sense of freedom with the hope that the future owner will ride it with joie de vivre!

What has been your biggest takeaway from the project?

Doing a charitable initiative like Pedals with Purpose— especially around the holidays and in the wake of Hurricane Ian—has made us feel humbled. It has provided us with our own joy during a somewhat trying time for our community.

PEDALS WITH PURPOSE | NAPLES

VITA È DOLCE

Sweet storage: The wicker bike basket is an added feature so the cyclist can maximize the things they can transport on their adventures.

Cute and comfortable: Keeping with the Italian theme, we used the iconic pattern of Majolica tile or pottery throughout.

Bring a friend: Also painted in the iconic print, the dog cart was added so man’s best friend won’t have to be left behind.

Painted with style: The pattern we chose is hand-painted on the body of the bike.

Above La Vita è Dolce! Opposite left This cozy guest retreat mixes things up with a bright and colorful nod to the beachy vibe. Opposite right Leafy fronds on the cushions of comfortable chairs amongst palm trees make for a vibrant and inviting corner to read in.

Photography Opposite left & Opposite right by Venjhamin Reyes

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“We named our bike La Vita è Dolce Life is Sweet. The colorful design fits the feel-good, enjoy life vibe that the moniker suggests.”

FUSE SPECIALTY APPLIANCES

In every thriving local design community, there are creative individuals and businesses that prove pillars to the trade. In Naples, Fuse Specialty Appliances and Cardamon Design each fill such a role—and often work together as a result. As a purveyor of top-of-the-line brands, each of which is presented through an exceptional showroom experience, Fuse Specialty Appliances plays a crucial role in the design process for homeowners and trade pros throughout Naples and beyond. “We were created to fill the need for a more personalized experience in high-end appliance selection,” says managing partner Alexa Warner. “We chose brands that we trust to not only meet design and

performance needs but also stand behind their product with high-quality service after the sale.” With decades of experience in how appliances fit and function with modern design trends, the Fuse team works relentlessly on each client’s behalf. It is also working on a remodel of its showroom to better display the offerings from brands like BlueStar and Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove. Of its other latest endeavor, the Bikes for Tykes initiative, Warner says, “Cardamon Design offers concierge-style service, professional expertise and a full-service approach. We recently teamed up for some new builds and renovations, and we are equally excited to collaborate on this bike design.”

“Fuse and Cardamon Design align in our values and believe that this bike represents the qualities of the premium custom home we both specialize in.”

Q+A WITH CARDAMON’S LAURIE WALTER

What is it about this initiative that captured your heart?

The Bikes for Tykes mission of “ensuring that every child in Collier County has a bike” resonates with the Cardamon team as whole. We also love working with Fuse, which has become our go-to appliance company and always gives our clients a beautiful experience.

How does Naples energize, influence and inspire you and your work?

It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the nation and has become a design mecca thanks to the clientele that are drawn to Southwest Florida. Our clients provide us with the opportunity to create custom, unique and award-winning residences.

CARDAMON DESIGN

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FAIRE SES COURSES A’ PARIS

The goods:

The basket is filled with speciallycurated sundries: a bottle of wine and a wine journal, a baguette, a bouquet of daisies and sunflowers, a cookbook from Provence and a straw hat.

Special delivery:

On the back of the bike, Fendi boxes are neatly stacked and tied with a monogrammed ribbon.

Made for delight:

Imagine stopping in at the flower shop and patisserie on a bright morning in the City of Light.

Childhood inspiration:

“The memory of my first bicycle is very clear,” Walter shares.

“My parents presented ‘Beauty’ to me on my sixth birthday and my father helped me learn.”

Above The cheerful theme for this bike draws inspiration from a sunlit Paris morning of running errands. Opposite Fuse invites one to experience unparalleled innovation and performance for cooling, cooking and dish care with Thermador appliances.

“Our bike’s name translates to ‘shopping in Paris,’ because we imagined a sunlit morning of running errands on one’s two wheels.”

GULFSHORE INTERIOR DESIGN

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In the mind of every great interior designer, there is a core perspective that guides and influences all aspects of their work. For Brooke Meyer, principal designer of Gulfshore Interior Design, one might say this is storytelling. She and her team are all about imbuing spaces with the character and personality of their inhabitants. “We want to provide our clients with environments that are completely unique,” Meyer says. “Our designs seek to elevate and evoke feeling. We aspire to give our clients a place to create memories, develop relationships, invite intimacy and embrace the impact of daily life and the connections they make.” Fittingly, as they began to reimagine their bike for

Pedals with Purpose, an inspirational story came to mind and they decided to create something that honored the history of the bike itself. Meyer shares the story: “Growing up, my family had a lot of old bikes. We kept them for sentimental value, but it was sad to see those memories fall apart over time, and I always wished I could have preserved them. Then you think about today, in which we’ve just recently driven through the devastation left by Hurricane Ian and seen so many objects and memories piled on the side of the road. Together, these two thoughts made us want to demonstrate with our design that you can create beauty even from destruction.”

BROOKE MEYER, PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

“We believe in order to love where you live, your home should showcase your personal style, whether that is on trend or not.”

WITH BROOKE MEYER

How does Naples energize, influence and inspire you?

Naples draws unique individuals from all over the world, each with their own discerning tastes and styles. It is so incredibly energizing to work on projects that are all different and to meet the individuals who inspire them. You will never repeat the same project twice.

What is the purpose you envision for your Pedals with Purpose design?

We are hoping this “bike” finds its home with someone who possesses a love for cycling. We hope that they will enjoy the chandelier for years to come, as perhaps a conversation piece that reminds them of both the mission that is Bikes for Tykes and the perseverance of the Naples community.

LUX CYCLE CHANDELIER

Meaning, beauty and function:

An LED strip provides plenty of illumination.

A work of art:

The chandelier is complete with expertly-crafted organic mother-of-pearl rosettes flanked by champagne matte ceramic and matte black glass beads.

Homage to original forms: Elements like the wheels and pedals were used in the new design to honor its first iteration.

Above Art meets philanthropy in the limited-edition Lux Cycle chandelier, which was handcrafted by the designers of Gulfshore Interior Design using parts from a deconstructed bicycle. Opposite In this home built by Gulfshore Homes, the kitchen features pieces from Hammerton, Wood Mode, Dekton, Sub-Zero and Wolf.

Photography Opposite Rendering by Royston Architectural Elements; Headshot by Venjamin Reyes

“This is a must-have for any cycling enthusiast— or anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship.”

INTERIORS BY DESIGN WEST

GLENN MIDNET, FOUNDER AND CEO

The latin phrase e pluribus unum means “out of many, one.” That is the design philosophy behind Design West. Founder and CEO Glenn Midnet says, “Unlike many other companies, Design West works in teams. Through partnership and collaboration, we can create better designs for our clients.” The team is understandably proud of their ability to adjust their offerings and styles to suit each individual client. Midnet explains, “While my personal favorite style is California coastal, Design West as a firm conducts a very thorough design profile to better understand our client’s fashion style, lifestyle and passions in order to create a one-of-a-kind design that is a

reflection of who the client is. Many designers are known for one style that they do well, but we pride ourselves on perfecting each client’s unique style.” Next up for the firm is the opening of a showroom in the heart of Naples on 5th Avenue. “Our team is excited to present our brand new showroom on the first floor that will display several custom cabinetry vignettes paired with modern and timeless furniture settings and state of the art Bang & Olufsen televisions and speakers,” Midnet says. “Our new studio on the second floor is custom designed as a space for our designers to create and present beautiful home designs and will offer a luxurious experience for our clients.”

“Design West is a leader in luxury interior design. We work in teams, combining experienced leadership with new perspectives.”

WITH GLENN MIDNET

What is the overarching design concept for your bike?

The concept for our bike is what we do best: luxury interior design. We wanted the bike to reflect what we do as designers in a modern and chic style. The overall attention to detail and craftsmanship—as well as the functional and fun use of the console to bring people together to celebrate—are all things that Design West prides itself on.

What memories do you have about bicycle riding and how did they influence this project?

As a child, riding a bike was freeing, fun and often brought neighborhood kids together to escape parents. Having wine with friends as an adult is a freeing and fun activity that allows them to escape their children. We liked playing off of that contrast. In addition, we have found in many of the homes we design that a beautiful wine display or functional bar space is something our clients almost always ask for.

What purpose did you envision for this bike?

We imagine this being the perfect pouring station and conversation starter. We incorporated high-end materials and skilled craftsmanship with the goal of creating something people would want to bid on to raise the most money possible for Bikes for Tykes.

THE CORKED CRUISER

Sparkle and shine: The Brimar acrylic drapery finials used as handlebars and Terzani shimmering chain that adorns the acrylic ice bucket are elements that we have used in the interior we have designed.

No paper bags: The custom wine caddy is made out of a chic leather provided by Kravet.

Daring details: We incorporated materials and elements that we use in home design. The frame is treated to look like marble and the wood serving top reflects our custom cabinetry creations.

Re-inventing the wheel: The wheel spokes add an organic, modern touch—wrapped in fabric and wallcoverings donated by Romo.

Above The bike design came

together as a collaborative effort, with each member of the team sharing ideas and their unique creative talents. Opposite The team found inspiration for

the bike

in this living room’s sophisticated and timeless design, featuring a variety of materials, rich wood and luxurious fabrics.

Photography Opposite by Venjhamin Reyes

“The Corked Cruiser incorporates elements found in high-end homes and is also furniture that can be used to store and serve wine.”

JEFFREY FISHER HOME

JEFFREY FISHER, PRINCIPAL

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In the pursuit of being a successful interior designer, a quality one must develop is the art of interpretation. No matter how many detailed conversations and mood boards are shared with the client, there is work in refining their preferences, needs and whimsies into concrete design goals. At Jeffrey Fisher Home, this is the specialty. “We listen to our clients and help to formulate the very best design version of themselves even when they don’t necessarily leave a strong trail of breadcrumbs,” says namesake and principal Jeffrey Fisher. This has been key as of late, with Naples attracting new residents from all around the country, each with different goals for

home “In working with these new-toNaples folks, we are delighting in their own unique experiences of travel and luxury,” Jeffrey says. “Sometimes you don’t have to leave your own backyard in order to be influenced and raise the design bar; sometimes that inspiration walks through your office door.” As for what inspired him to take on the Pedals with Purpose design initiative, he points to a cherished colleague. “My dear friend, Suzanne Costa, and I chaired Project Design 2020, benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida, and she is a mentor of mine in regard to her commitment to community and philanthropy.”

“We continue to grow our talented team so we can extend the highest level of service, and that is what excites me every morning.”

WITH JEFFREY FISHER

What signature elements define your aesthetic?

Give me a metal or wood screen divider, and I’m a happy man. Not only are they practical in terms of laying out a space, but the elegance and visual residual provided is fantastic.

What is it about this initiative that captured your heart and your imagination?

Bikes for Tykes has such an incredible, seemingly simple mission. To provide every child in need of a bike with a bike— think of how easy this should be. I am so honored to be a part of raising awareness for something many of us take for granted: having a bicycle to call your very own.

MARIPOSA DREAM

Special materials:

Jeffrey is good friends with some of the artisans at Squadra Storico, a specialist in tailoring leather interiors for collectible cars. They enthusiastically agreed to cover the bike in bright-green leather with purple topstitching.

Dual meanings:

In Jeffrey’s hometown of Toronto, there is a bespoke bicycle manufacturer called Mariposa. They build bikes for cyclists who dream of riding the Tour de France. He named the bike for that, but the butterflies (by local artist Juan Carlos Collada) add to the meaning.

Joy for all: “Growing up, boys didn’t have fringe on their handlebars where I came from—only girls did,” Jeffrey shares. “Guess what? Boys and girls should play with and have whatever they feel drawn to.”

“This bike is not only a vessel to transport one from A to Z; it is a dream machine to transport a young person from where they are currently to where they want to go.”

Above The elements by Squadra Storico and Collada Art reflect JFH’s appreciation for the artisans with which the team collaborates. Opposite Jeffrey’s classic furniture layout includes two sofas and four chairs. “I like the symmetry of it, as well as the practical element of being able to sit everyone sleeping in the house.”

Photography Above Sketched by Juan Carlos Collada; Opposite by Venjhamin Reyes

JUDITH LIEGEOIS DESIGNS

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Upon being asked what defines her work as a designer, Judith Liegeois points to organic textures and materials. As the principal of her namesake firm, Judith Liegeois Designs, she brings this penchant to each project she completes for her discriminating Naples clientele. She also brought it to her bike design for Pedals with Purpose. Using seashells to evoke the landscape so special to locals, Liegeois and team crafted a bike design that speaks to their home and their firm’s approach to aesthetics. “We specialize in those organic textures, as well as working with local artisans and perfecting a tailored style for our clients,” Liegeois says. “A project should take on

a personality that, at a certain point, starts to lead us through the entire process.” Still, the JLD team is also heavily influenced by a belief that form and function must exist in harmony. “Function begins the groundwork of the design journey just as much as the aesthetic visions do,” Liegeois says. “Luckily, we feel we can absolutely design beautiful spaces around functional goals.” As for what the firm’s clients express at the end of every project, there is a sense of awe in Liegeois’ ability to read them. “There are times when I know immediately what needs to be done, especially when I have worked with the clients before.”

“I often say a home will tell you what it needs. Mix that feeling with my client’s desires and my own inspirations, and you’ve got a perfect plan.”

Q+A

WITH JUDITH LIEGEOIS

What is new and next for your firm?

We have recently opened up a second shop on 3rd Street, and it features an upstairs art gallery about which we are very excited.

Share a trend your clients are loving. At the moment, they seem to be all about amorphic shapes and the ways they play into a modern-feeling environment.

How would you describe your design ethos?

I think it can be encompassed in one phrase I often utter: You need to know the rules in order to break them.

SEASHELLS IN BLOOM

Made for delight: Our vision was for a sweet, feminine bike. We wanted it to feel whimsical.

Simple, yet impactful: The purpose behind our bike is to bring joy to its viewer.

Local material: While the visual is of flowers covering the bike, we actually used seashells to create those flowers, as they are so intertwined with what we all love about our Naples home: the beach!

“My goal for this bike design was to create something lighthearted and beautiful— worthy of its mission to give back to children in need.”

Above Inspired by the beauty that is all around in Naples, Judith and team sought to embody the local flora and fauna in their bike design. Opposite There is a sense of old-world French combined with Old Florida throughout this home, where gorgeous antiques and collectibles captivate.

Photography Opposite by Troy Campbell

LMG DESIGN CONSULTING INC.

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In many cases, the most agile and thriving creative teams are the ones that possess members with varied backgrounds and experiences. LMG Design Consulting Inc. is proof of it. As CEO Lisa M. Guild puts it, “Our strength lies in our wide range of ages and abilities.” It does indeed appear to be an impactful factor, given that 90 percent of the firm’s projects are based in referrals. “We are able to cultivate longlasting relationships with clients and often engage with them in multiple residences and locations,” Guild says. “Our love of collaboration and color enables us to create a different architectural experience with every client and every residence.” It also

empowered them to get hypercreative with their rethinking of a bike for Pedals with Purpose. Of the project, Guild says, “Our team loves giving back to our community. We enjoy a challenge, and we want to share our love of the freedom riding a bike offers the mind and soul.” They’ve certainly achieved that, and the redesigned bike fittingly reflects one aspect of design that LMG’s clients have been enraptured with as of late: a touch of decadence. “Opulence is back, and we are fully embracing it through mixing patterns, matching patterns with large-scale items throughout a room, adding trim tape, tassels and contrasting welts, and incorporating a lot of varying textures.”

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“Our team-centric approach to design brings varied perspectives to our projects, and constant travel helps us stay fresh.”

Q+A WITH LISA M. GUILD

What signature elements define your design aesthetic?

We like to incorporate color and a sense of history into every project. We work to enhance the existing architecture and character of a home. Contrarily, we seek to bring a sense of historical reference to new construction as well.

What is new and next for you and your firm?

We are currently working on a project in the Catskills— a 1930s farmhouse. On the West Coast, we are collaborating as a team to design an organic winery/ restaurant/event space. Locally, we are completing construction on the first teardown in Quail West, projects in the new Omega high-rise and all of our other amazing residential endeavors.

ANITA BEACH

Ready for it all: With wine bottle storage, a Chanel-inspired cooler and customized carryalls, this bike is perfect for catching a sunset or cocktails on 5th Avenue South!

Fun with flair: Tassels on the handlebars add a touch of whimsical delight.

Anytime is biking time: A headlamp invites the owner to enjoy a ride even in the dark of night.

Historical feels:

LMG kept the integrity of the bike, with its black lacquer paint and pristine construction. They enhanced the vintage quality with usable gadgets.

Above With tons of style and abounding functional features, Anita Beach is ready to roll. Opposite The owner of this home has favored aubergine and leafy greens since elementary school—passion brought to life in design.

Photography Opposite by Barry Grossman

“Our bike was created for a confident, well-traveled woman who enjoys life and has fun!”

W DESIGN INTERIORS

Comprising a team of talented and passionate creatives and known for its timeless, elegant spaces, W Design Interiors is a fixture in the Naples design community. It has also made a name for itself as a home for art lovers, as owner and principal designer Wendy Berry herself is an aficionado. She shares, “Our travels have led us to discover many local artists. We enjoy meeting them in person, learning about their work and then using it in our projects.” It’s fitting, then, that Berry and team recently embarked on their own artistic journey: designing a bike to auction for Bikes for Tykes. Of the endeavor, Berry says, “The idea of elevating an object

into something that will positively impact the client is extremely rewarding and the heart of what we do. In this rethinking of a bike, we have undertaken a similar process. We are a team of interior designers from all different backgrounds, and we came together to make something bigger and better than it was before.” W Design’s clientele seems to echo that sentiment in their endless referrals and repeat requests. Using a variety of textures, wood tones and species, mixed metals and finishes, the firm brings to life sophisticated and serene environments in which one can escape, whether in Cleveland, St. Louis, New York, Chicago or Naples—all markets in which W Design is expanding.

WENDY BERRY, OWNER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

“The views and relaxed lifestyle of Naples are what energize and influence our design aesthetic.”

WITH WENDY BERRY

Share a few characteristics your clients are seeking in your work. They look for family-oriented spaces that give serene, spa-like energy. Our clients have busy lives and they come to us for a place to escape.

Talk about any industry setters who have influenced you. Ralph Lauren is one who has inspired me in many aspects. The fashion and design icon embodies a beautiful, elevated style that is also approachable. We strive to bring that to our clients in every market.

What feelings do you have about your first bicycle and how did they influence you on this project?

As a team, our feelings about our first bicycle includes fond memories of being with childhood friends and a sense of freedom to explore new places. Young children often reflect on their sense of self and their personalities through their color selections and decorations. With all of this in mind, we decided to give our bike a specific look that would embody our W Design “self” as a brand.

BEACH BREEZER

Ready for Naples living: The bike’s cruiser-style frame invites one to envision long, comfortable rides along the beach at sunrise or sunset.

Color and texture: Wicker baskets on the front and back of the bike hold fresh and dried flowers.

International influence: A relaxed European lifestyle vibe played the muse in this design.

Above The Beach Breezer design calls to mind a bike one might see on the streets of Europe. Opposite This home features a custom built-in desk o of the wall of rich espresso-stained open shelving for an aesthetically and functionally appealing design. Photography Opposite by John Sciarrino

“This initiative provided the opportunity to give back while also sharing our passion for design— creativity meets community.”

WILFREDO EMANUEL DESIGNS

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When asked to turn a bike into a work of art for the Pedals with Purpose event, Wilfredo Emanuel knew quite immediately that he would love to take on the creative challenge. After all, the owner and principal designer of Wilfredo Emanuel Designs is known for his inventive, original approach to clients’ homes. As a full-service interior design firm, WED works from the mailbox all the way to the pool and everything in between. “We can take care of lighting, plumbing fixtures, wallcoverings, flooring and more,” Emanuel says. “I love what I do and won’t quit on a project until every detail is perfected for my clients.” Indeed, the details are

impressive in a design by this firm. Emanuel and team always look to source the highest caliber of products, like natural stone, beautiful woods and heirloom-quality fabrics. It’s an ethos that suits their clientele. “The people of Naples are fashionable and sophisticated,” Emanuel shares. “They appreciate luxury, and they live glamorous lifestyles. Many of my clients are looking to create a resort-like feel in their homes.” That often extends to unusual requests too, like saunas, club rooms and high-tech entertaining spaces, all of which Emanuel and team are happy to pursue. “We never feel something is too wild. If a client asks for it, I will find a way to make it happen.”

WILFREDO EMANUEL, OWNER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGNER

“I believe in dreaming big, and it’s my job to help my clients’ dreams come to life.”

WITH WILFREDO EMANUEL

What is it about this initiative that captured your heart?

I think it is a great cause, and considering recent events with the hurricane, it is programs like this that help us come together as a community to heal and to prove to others every day how strong and amazing the people of Southwest Florida really are.

Talk about industry setters who have influenced you and your work. As a student of architecture and design, I was inspired by the greats, such as Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, Mies van der Rohe and many more. They teach us how to create timeless pieces that are always current. I think I’ve brought this to my bike design as well—a classic frame given contemporary flair.

W.E. RIDE IN STYLE

Old-school origins: I chose an older, classic frame and used the gold lights and leather basket to modernize and refine it.

Favorite hues: I envision a black and gold color combination for the bike, as it is a part of my logo and, to me, is very indicative of timeless elegance.

Canine companions:

Of course, I needed to add a sidecar for my kids, Ella and Hermes—my two dachshunds!

Above This sketch shows how the Wilfredo Emanuel Designs team approached rethinking their bike for auction. Opposite left This media room’s design was inspired by a New York speakeasy. The goal was to maximize a space for guests to watch movies, read, dream, create and entertain while in a cozy atmosphere. Opposite right The powder room is one of the most important rooms in the house, because it is an area that many guests will visit. The design should reflect the owner’s style and personal taste. Emanuel says, “In many ways, it is the jewel of the home and should definitely make a statement.”

Photography Opposite left & Opposite right by Robin Hill

“My bike design was very much based on my own style. I wanted to create something beautiful and sophisticated.”

Global Overtures

Infused with color and culture, a Naples home chronicles its owner’s worldly travels.

WRITTEN BY MONIQUE MCINTOSH PHOTOGRAPHY BY SPM PHOTOGRAPHY

Architecture: Chris Greider, Chris Greider PA

Interior Design: Susan Jamieson, Bridget Beari Designs

Home Builder: David Minton, PBS Contractors

Interior designer Susan Jamieson knows new adventures await whenever her frequent client, a globe-trotting design aficionado, comes calling. Together, they have built three abodes around the world, their last an off-thegrid beachfront villa in Tulum, Mexico. For her mainstay in Naples, however, “the owner wanted an anchor, a special haven she felt connected to, that reminded her of all the places she’s been throughout her life,” Jamieson says.

After years of creating ambitious dwellings together, the client fully trusted the interior designer to render all her international sojourns into a cohesive whole for her primary residence. “I really gave her free reign,” the homeowner smiles. “I only told her I wanted it to be colorful, feminine and fun.” The existing bright yet plain interiors offered a clean canvas for cultivating “a welltraveled house,” Jamieson says, with details that summon the client’s memorable journeys through Mexico, Indonesia, Turkey and the Mediterranean. With residential designer Chris Greider and builder David Minton on board, they introduced character-driven materials, like sun-bleached wood tones “that reminded us of our time in Mexico,” the interior designer recalls. The distinctive driftwood hue runs throughout the house, including the herringbone front door, the new white oak floors and the living area’s ceiling slats, which conceal recessed lighting and are reminiscent of a Mexican palapa. Each ceiling plank “was cut by hand and stained board by board,” Minton notes. In all, he adds, “everything was made custom to integrate all the different elements into one congruent design.”

Additional finishes soften the kitchen, which opens to the expansive living area. “The kitchen lies at the center of the house,” Jamieson explains,” so I wanted it to be beautiful as well as functional.” To execute this, the team removed the existing oversize island and split the space in two. One half belongs to the practical kitchen, “which turned into more of a private spot to feed all the pets,” laughs the owner, who shares the home with her two dogs and two cats. This space remains behind the scenes, accessed through Moroccan-style pointed arches. The front showcase kitchen, meanwhile, serves as a relaxed, inviting area with a Venetian plaster hood, mosaic

tile backsplash and paneled columns adorned with eight-pointed stars, cut out and backlit to cast an ambient glow.

The residence delves into the client’s memories of Morocco in particular, most of all in the riadstyle patio. Underscoring a serene atmosphere, the team built a courtyard oasis with thick ceiling beams, rounded arches, handmade plaster molding and black-and-white Greek key tiling that snakes around the columns and the pool’s perimeter. The space also subtly nods to the homeowner’s Indonesian retreats with handcrafted finds like an ornately carved antique daybed.

Throughout the house, the interior designer blended vintage patina with minimalist restraint. “I like putting modern and antique pieces together in a fun way,” she explains. Leaning contemporary, furniture silhouettes—like the living area’s generous sectional—are streamlined but soft, with no hard edges. The gentle shapes harmonize with the sculptural lines of globally sourced pieces, such as an Indonesian rain drum cleverly converted into a side table.

Color, too, plays with contrasting themes. Jamieson established a foundation of white walls, blond woods and neutral-toned rugs that makes flashes of color all the more vibrant and emotive, from the seashell-pink office to a guest bedroom’s tropical shades of coral and sky blue. Patterns, in turn, are bright and dynamic: Some are pulled from nature, such as a guest bathroom’s nasturtium leaf wallpaper and the living area’s wallcovering of floating abstract purple petals. Meanwhile, others draw from global artisanal traditions, like ikat-print fabrics—as seen on the living area armchairs—and a guest bedroom’s vintage rug. The lone exception is the darkly glamorous dining room, tucked alongside the living area and cloaked in an abstract bronze-andblack wallpaper. “I always envisioned that room as a jewel box, creating this intimate spot within the open floor plan,” Jamieson says.

With the project complete, the client and the interior designer are already eying a new destination—this time an idyllic cabin in Quebec. But the Naples residence will always remain home, forged as a warm, familiar refuge to return to after long jaunts away. “This place is layered with materials, patterns, textures and, most of all, things that hold so much personal meaning, all pulled together,” the owner says.

A custom Millwork 360 door reveals the foyer. Against a wall painted Sherwin-Williams’ Toque White, Thomas Hager art hangs over Robert James Collection’s Caneros console and Visual Comfort’s Phoebe lamp. Moooi’s Meshmatics chandelier from Lightology suspends above Patterson Flynn’s Isidore rug.

“The owner wanted an anchor, a special haven she felt connected to, that reminded her of all the places she’s been throughout her life.”

–SUSAN JAMIESON

Emma Hayes’ Bloom wallcovering backs Bernhardt’s Linea console in the living area, home to a Verellen sectional and armchairs. Above is a Zia Priven chandelier; below is an Amadi Carpets rug. Mr. Brown London and Robert James Collection tables with a Highland House console complete the scene.

Above: In the bar room, Barbara Cole artwork and a Stone Lighting wall sconce are displayed above a custom Bradley console equipped with Thermador wine refrigerators. Palecek’s Madera Coco chandelier, Warren chair and Orson table join the Doris Leslie Blau rug and Zimmer + Rohde draperies.

Opposite: S. Harris fabric covers Verellen stools lining the kitchen island, outfitted with Brizo’s Litze faucets, beneath Property pendants. Behind the plaster hood by Tim Hardy & Company is Ann Sacks’ Scribe Aquaria backsplash. Allied Maker sconces and Visual Comfort lanterns offer additional lighting.

Bridget Beari’s Bearzey No. 10 paint complements the office’s Vesela Baker wall art and Schumacher window shade. A Verellen chair and ottoman top an Amadi Carpets rug under a Roost chandelier. Hickory Chair’s Spoon Back chair pairs with a Currey & Company lamp at the custom desk.

“Everything was made custom to integrate all the different elements into one congruent design.”

–DAVID MINTON

Right: Designers Guild’s teal Brahmi wallpaper plays with clé’s Radar cement tile flooring in a guest bathroom. Jamie Young Co.’s Fringe mirror rests above a Waterworks vanity supporting a chrome DXV faucet.

Opposite: The bed in a guest bedroom, wearing a Peter Dunham Textiles material, and table are Highland House. The armchair dons a Holland & Sherry fabric. Thomas Hager art, Stark’s Aswain rug and Radish Moon draperies add interest.

Flower Power

In Naples, an artist’s colorful floral works offer a modern interpretation of classicism.

WRITTEN BY JENNIFER PFAFF SMITH PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIAN TIETZ

Like a photograph smudged with streaks and outlines, Carmelo Blandino’s floral paintings live between abstraction and classical realism. His acrylic petaled subjects—voluminous peonies, dainty irises, blooming bouquets—are crisp and detailed, yet surprising doses of spray paint add a graphic touch and powerful sense of playfulness. “They’re still lifes, but not really still,” he observes. “There’s a depth to them.”

Why flowers? “They open up a person’s heart,” insists the self-taught Naples artist, who credits his Baroque and contemporary influences to a life raised between two art-centric cities: Sicily and Montreal. “You’ll buy flowers for a wedding, for a funeral, to beautify your home. My work is meant to be emotional. The topic of flowers has universal appeal.”

In beginning a piece, he simply intuitively paints a flower on the canvas—no sketches or ideas beforehand—then introduces another. “It’s almost like bringing people into a room to have a conversation,” Blandino muses. “Who’s going to be the main character? Who are the supporting characters?” Some are based on live flower models, others come from photographs and nearly all are rendered without the use of his prescription glasses. “I don’t want it too perfect,” the artist explains. “When you see less, you paint more. You have an inner vision and are not relying on physical sense.” Even without corrective lenses, though, he focuses on filling blank spaces and mixes paint on canvas for an of-the-moment palette of high-chroma yellows, bright pinks, vibrant lavenders and blues contrasted in harmonious coats.

Just as Blandino’s life has evolved over the years, so has his approach to painting the flower. “What’s the next version?” the artist wonders. “I’m not one to stay with a specific style.” Beneath their straightforward subjects, his floral phases have explored personal topics such as meditation, healing and the existential question: Who am I?

Viewers can observe these transformations at a retrospective exhibition of Blandino’s work opening January 17 at Florida Gulf Coast University. Whether they detect the underlying emotions, however, the artist asserts he has no agenda other than to create, allowing others to take what they need from his work. “People have told me, ‘As I’ve changed, the flowers have changed,’ ” he says. “You can recognize yourself in a flower.”

Naples artist Carmelo Blandino (bottom) uses acrylic and spray paints to create classical flower portraits with abstract elements (opposite and below). Among the paintbrushes (left) and other materials in his energetic workspace are “six eyes that follow me everywhere,” the artist laughs: his three rescue dogs, including Nora the morkie (bottom). “They bring life to the studio and remind me to stop once in a while and play.”

DENIM AND DIAMONDS

The interiors of a sprawling Naples property are a warm, approachable take on luxury living.

WRITTEN BY KERRY SHORR PHOTOGRAPHY BY SPACECRAFTING

Architecture: Chris Godwin, McHarris Planning & Design

Interior Design: Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang, Kelli Fontana

Home Builder: John Covelli, Covelli Development Group

A chair from Judith Liegeois’ showroom adds color to the entry, home to Kelly Wearstler’s Linden table lamp. A MaitlandSmith statue and mirror join Hickory Chair’s Plaited buffet. The wall, painted Sherwin-Williams’ Snowbound, meets Legno Bastone’s Giuseppina white oak flooring.

little more than 10 years ago, when a young family purchased a home in Naples, they conveniently found design assistance from the person who knew the house best: the seller. The previous owner, designer Kelli Fontana Vogelgesang, happily agreed to outfit her former dwelling for its new occupants—and then another residence the couple later acquired in the Northeast. Before long, though, “we needed more space and storage,” the wife says. “We always have so much family over, and I wanted a playroom for the children.” So they contacted the designer for their third and greatest endeavor: a 14,000-squarefoot Naples home to be constructed where three others once stood on more than four acres, land they had purchased a few years earlier. “Every square inch of the house gets used,” Vogelgesang says. “There’s not a room that’s just for show. It’s a well-thought-out design.”

The West Indies-style structure, by general contractor John Covelli, welcomes natural light through generous windows and features touches of coastal elements, paying tribute to Naples’ tropical landscape. This applies to the functionality, too, as Covelli considered protection from water intrusion. “We brought in 1,200 loads of dirt to raise the property and the house several feet above the street,” he says. Like a boutique hotel, the interiors offer desirable amenities such as a library, theater and gym, all presented through a graceful flow conducive to everyday living. “Much of the house is on one floor,” notes Covelli, who worked with residential designer Chris Godwin. “But we created a façade that looks like a two-story home, with glass doors and windows along the second floor.”

To ensure the structure’s scale wouldn’t feel overwhelming, the clients desired an intimate atmosphere. “They wanted it to be welcoming, approachable, timeless and luxurious,” Vogelgesang says. To implement the owners’ vision, she translated their personalities through her creative lens. “I associate my clients with fabrics and colors,” the designer muses. “This family loves simplicity and wanted a casualness, so they are denim, whitewash and crystal. I continued to go back to that combination—for what best represented them—and weaved it throughout the house.”

Her approach is first experienced in the great room, a 25-foot-tall space that contains the foyer and is lined with shiplap. “It’s somewhat arresting when you walk in because of the size,” Vogelgesang acknowledges, “but it still has this feeling of warmth.” To fill the immense area, the clients had a light fixture in mind. “I took a video of a gorgeous chandelier in the foyer of a home we toured up north,” the wife recalls. The husband demonstrated just how large: “He put out his arms and said, ‘Kelli, I want the chandelier to be the size of a small car,’ ” the designer laughs. Inspired by the wife’s video, she conceived a 6-foot-wide design to crown the foyer—then added a twin over the room’s sitting area.

Tapping into the wife’s love of white, Vogelgesang outfitted this gathering space with slipcovered linen sofas and armchairs, silk curtains and ivory tweed stools that mimic a Chanel jacket. One side of the area features a bar with an antique mirrored-tile backsplash that reflects the opposing wall’s double-sided fireplace, which also warms the billiard room. “The tile plays with vantage points and adds a level of luxe,” the designer explains.

From the “wow” factor bar, the layout smoothly transitions to the family room, home to a low-pile chenille sofa, an airy chandelier and a breakfast area with a cozy banquette. Studded with considerable windows, the sunny space contains doors that open to the pool grounds and expansive lanai, with Turkish marble flooring, earthy wicker dining chairs and grand sofas for alfresco napping.

To balance beauty with durability, Vogelgesang reached for no-fuss fabrics, such as wool carpets, seersucker lanai armchairs and an outdoorgrade textile on the breakfast nook chairs. “As pristine as it looks, it’s really family-friendly,” she observes. Scale also remained top of mind when it came to choosing rugs, art and, especially, lighting. “We were thoughtful about incorporating as many light fixtures as we could,” the designer says, “because they add warmth and style and are atmospheric.”

Settled into their forever home, the family takes advantage of every space. “It’s a house that’s filled with love and countless experiences—and is getting used to the max,” the wife says. Most of all, it reflects their dressed-down approach to luxury. “This is my interpretation of them,” Vogelgesang says. “It’s clean, bright, fresh, young and comfortable.”

Above: The bar’s backsplash from The Tile Shop sets a shimmering scene for Visual Comfort pendants. Hickory Chair’s Newbury stools perch near the brand’s Laurel armchairs and Knole sofa. The Jeremy Jones Fine Finishes side table is from Judith Liegeois’ showroom.

Opposite: Kelly Wearstler sconces frame a Samsung television in the great room. A Lulu and Georgia side table stands on a rug from International Design Source. The Hickory Chair coffee table and benches complement the billiard room’s stools, also by the brand, beneath Jean Kenna art.

Visual Comfort lanterns oversee the kitchen counter opening to the breakfast nook and family room. All furnishings are Hickory Chair except the Framburg chandelier, Lulu and Georgia side table, rug from International Design Source and Serena & Lily lamp.

Above: Lee Jofa wallpaper enlivens a guest bathroom displaying a custom mirror and vanity, which is topped with Marseille quartz from Stone Warehouse. Aerin sconces from Visual Comfort brighten the space. The Delta faucet and Emtek’s Haydon knobs are from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.

Left: In a guest bedroom, the clients’ bench rests by City Furniture’s Palma bed. Allison Cosmos art is showcased behind Bernhardt’s Dekker armchairs and Linea side table as well as Serena & Lily’s Flynn floor lamp. The rug is from International Design Source.

Historic Revival

A 100-year-old Craftsman-style residence is rejuvenated with a fresh, relaxing Florida elegance.

WRITTEN BY ELIZABETH STAMP

Architecture: Gregory A. Jones, Jones Architecture Interior Design: Sarah Stockstad and Taryn Roberts, Fresh Eyes Design Home Builder: Jeff Sweet, The Sweetlund Group

PHOTOGRAPHY BY HONEY LAKE STUDIO

Salty the goldendoodle strikes a pose on cement tile flooring from Hollingsworth in the mudroom, shrouded in Sherwin-Williams’ Agreeable Gray. The custom cubby station features RH’s Duluth knobs and pulls.

pdating a century-old home can be a complex balancing act, requiring deference to the past, realism about the present and an eye toward the future. Through her work, designer Sarah Stockstad has become adept at walking this tightrope over the years. So when a 1920s Craftsman-style residence she’d previously renovated needed her experienced hand once again, she knew just how to proceed. “It’s about reviving the history and making sure the feeling and original intent of the house stays intact,” she says of her strategy. “You want it to feel beautiful but not like a museum.”

The owners had purchased the property a decade prior, when Stockstad had transformed it from what she calls “the worst home in the best neighborhood” into a more modern residence. But when the family of four grew to five, it was time to expand their surroundings—this time, beyond the original project scope. “We started to think long term,” the wife says. “Knowing we would need more space, we were going to add just another bedroom and bathroom upstairs—but then it snowballed.”

For the house’s newest iteration, Stockstad and designer Taryn Roberts partnered with architect Gregory A. Jones and general contractor Jeff Sweet. Together, the team devised a plan to refresh the structure, optimize the layout and generate extra space with a new addition while respecting the property’s roots. “These historic homes consist of predominantly smaller, individualized rooms,” Jones observes. “The owners wanted to create more of an open flow, connect the spaces and update the floor plan so it is more conducive to a family environment and entertaining.”

The group worked to incorporate an addition that “complements the existing home, rather than competes with it,” the architect says. Situating this at the back of the house, so the front elevation didn’t change, was an important consideration to maintain the structure’s integrity. The details of the existing façade, such as the siding, windows and trim, were documented and prefabricated to maintain continuity with the exterior. “We had to go back in time and think about the way it was built 100 years ago,” Sweet says. The attention to detail was so precise that when the general

contractor discovered the original type of brick was no longer made, his team hand-scored each new brick to match.

Even with the addition, interior space was maxed out, so Stockstad found ways to make the rooms “live larger than they feel,” she describes. For instance, the wife desperately needed a new home office, so the team carved out a workspace in a widened hallway. In the children’s bedrooms, built-in wardrobes and desks as well as vaulted ceilings make up for the lack of closets and small square footage. And part of the back porch was enclosed and transformed into a breakfast area, which the designer fashioned into a focal point with a gray-blue palmetto-print wallcovering and an oversize chandelier composed of tiny shells.

The architecture’s Craftsman style guided the interior design, inspiring Stockstad to install woodwork such as wainscoting, trimmed columns and, for extra storage, built-ins—lots of them— in spaces like the living room and mudroom. An understated color palette, clean-lined furnishings and textured materials, meanwhile, respond to the revitalized setting. “The whole vibe of the house is fresh Florida style,” the designer says. She kept things bright with white walls accented by soft colors, such as light-blue plaid armchairs in the sitting room, cream-colored living room sofas and pale-pink accents in a daughter’s bedroom. The simple, relaxed look is augmented through elements such as rattan and wicker seating, raffia rugs, bamboo window shades, oak bathroom vanities and, of course, livable performance fabrics. “It has a textured feel, even though the decor is minimal,” Stockstad says. “It’s about using subtle material differences.” Strategic pops of brighter tones come from the family’s art collection, including dreamy waterscapes in the dining room and by the staircase. Yet none are as personal as the pieces in the playroom, where the designer created a gallery wall of the children’s vibrant artwork, amping up the fun with a bold pink-and-navy Moroccan-style rug.

As Stockstad had hoped, the reinvigorated spaces truly live large for the growing family, while the structure still honors its history—which, to Jones, is a mark of success. “When I see the home in its completed state,” he says, “it looks as though it was always supposed to be that way.”

The living room’s Crate & Barrel sectionals face a Sarreid Ltd. coffee table on Serena & Lily’s Cumana rug. E.F. Chapman picture lights and RH’s Hounslow pulls outfit the built-ins. Aerin’s Culloden lamp tops Pottery Barn’s Tanner console.

“It’s about reviving the history and making sure the feeling and original intent of the house stays intact.”

–SARAH STOCKSTAD

Right: Commissioned artwork by Laura Park is displayed atop the family’s piano in the entry room, painted Sherwin-Williams’ Pure White. Flowing throughout the house is European French oak from 4th Generation Flooring.

Opposite: Visual Comfort’s Darlana lantern illuminates the raw oak dining table, surrounded by Crate & Barrel side chairs and Serena & Lily’s Shore head chairs. Artworks by Karen Luke Fildes hang above Worlds Away’s Sofia cabinet.

Above: White Pearl marble kitchen countertops partner with cabinets by Olde World Cabinetry studded with RH pulls. Visual Comfort’s Darlana lantern complements the RangeCraft hood. Thermador appliances from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery and Axor’s Montreaux faucet complete the scene.

Opposite: Serena & Lily’s Shore chairs reappear in the breakfast area, encircling the brand’s Terrace table. McLaurin & Piercy’s Palmetto wallcovering in Mineral and Made Goods’ Silvana chandelier enhance the space’s coastal feel.

Left: Forming a nook by the stairs, designer Sarah Stockstad re-covered the armchair in Rebecca Atwood’s Sashiko Stitch cotton; the pillow wears a Schumacher velvet. A Marissa Vogl painting and Threshold end table finish the look.

Opposite: A gallery wall of the children’s artwork injects a personal touch in the playroom, grounded by Caitlin Wilson’s Kismet rug in navy. A leather West Elm sectional, an acrylic coffee table and a pouf offer texture.

Right: A Ro Sham Beaux chandelier shines above the primary bathroom’s Signature Hardware tub. Calacatta honed marble flooring offsets a Wizard Enterprise tile wall. The Kohler sink rests beneath a Rejuvenation mirror.

Opposite: A daughter’s bedroom is home to a Ballard Designs daybed as well as Serena & Lily’s Capiz chandelier and Priano wallpaper. Visual Comfort’s Wilton sconce is affixed near a window treatment from The Shade Store.

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PORTUONDO PEROTTI ARCHITECTS

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Miami is rich with history and a tradition of bold architectural feats. And Portuondo Perotti Architects is proving that it will take its place in the city’s next generation of design legends. In the past year alone, the firm has been awarded two Addison Mizner Awards by the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, one for a commercial project and the other for a residential one. But these industry recognitions aren’t the only form of accolade given to Portuondo Perotti. “Our greatest success to this point has been our ability to maintain a strong and active portfolio for years mainly on word of

mouth,” says vice president Jose Luiz Gonzalez-Perotti, who runs the firm with president Rafael Portuondo. Indeed, from Miami and Coral Gables to Palm Beach, the Caribbean and even all the way to Spain, clients are singing the praises of Portuondo Perotti Architects. “We are known for our ability to incorporate our clients’ wants,” Rafael says. “Our penchant for drawing by hand is a huge help in this process. One of the biggest compliments we receive is how much the completed work looks like the sketches we drew along the way.” The principals also recently designed the first LEED Platinum-certified office building in Coral Gables.

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What style is your firm most known for?

Whether a Mediterranean villa of stucco, stone and clay roof tiles or a modern residence of exposed concrete and steel, our projects are recognizable in the strength of our floor plan diagrams and building facades, rooted in classical order and proportions.

How can clients work with trade professionals to ensure a painless design process?

The biggest piece of advice that we offer our clients is to not be afraid to be vocal. Some of the best successes arise out of realizing what a client dislikes, as opposed to what they like. We encourage them not to hold back their opinions, and there is no such thing as too many inspirational images! We want them to be active participants.

“We treat each project like one long conversation that starts on the first day and ends when clients move in.”

Top The view from the loggia into the gardens is inspiring and tranquil. Left Ample seating along the rear facade makes for easy outdoor gathering. Right The elevated lawn and rear loggia allows for panoramic views of Roberts Bay. Opposite An entry colonnade and trellis frame the lily pond and main axis through the house.

Photography Top & Left by Steven Brooke; Right & Opposite by Kim Sargent

SMITH AND MOORE ARCHITECTS

When a truly collaborative project comes to completion, the end product is more magnificent than any single contributor could have delivered on their own.

Founded in 1984, Smith and Moore

Architects has long believed in the power of collaboration—be that with the client or the artisans and craftspeople that they choose to work alongside.

“Our relationships with our clients is one of immersive collaboration from the initial introduction through the life of the project,” says company principal and architect Daniel Kahan. The firm, led by partners Harold Smith, Jonathan Moore, Peter Papadopoulos and Kahan, states: “A thorough understanding of our clients’ daily lives and their visions for how they want to live is essential to designing successful projects. Through open and continuous dialogue, we make our clients part of the project team.” And when it comes to partners, they approach their relationships and alignments with artisans and craftsmen

as “similarly essential to every project.”

Kahan adds: “Employing the highest quality materials and levels of finesse in design can only be successful with a universally focused project team. We pride ourselves in this collaboration and in the final results being uniquely greater than the sum of their individual parts.”

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What style is your firm most known for?

We have always prided ourselves on being able to apply modern ideas and standards of living to classical traditions and frameworks, yielding timeless designs that suit the distinct lifestyles of our clients. The projects that emerge from this process result in design solutions that range from intensely classical architecture to more modern and contemporary buildings.

What are some key influences?

Much of the basis for our work comes from the study of both classical architecture and the interpretations of it by our more modern forebears. We strive not to be swayed by today’s current trends, and instead are inspired by the timeless examples of taste and quality that have come before us.

“We work closely with landscape and interior designers to create homes with a sense of place and permanence—combining beauty, comfort and function.”

Top A modernist dining room combines new and vintage pieces. Architecture and interiors by company principal Daniel Kahan. Left The view to an interior courtyard at a modernist home in Fort Lauderdale. Right A Spanish Colonial home in Palm Beach with Moorish influences. Opposite left This Island Colonial house is built around numerous garden rooms and courtyards, highlighting the home’s lush environment. Opposite right This dining room with a strong connection to the garden features interiors created by Jake Arnold.

Photography Top, Left, Opposite left & Opposite right by Michael Stavaridis; Right by Nickolas Sargent

CDC BUILDERS

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JOSE ORTEGA, PRESIDENT AND CEO

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It is often the case that during tragedy, some silver lining can be found in the opportunity to start anew. For Jose Ortega, this is a truth that altered the path of his life and career. In 1992, after the devastation of Hurricane Andrew, many Miamians were making the best of bad times by rethinking their living spaces. With nearly two decades of construction experience, Jose was sure to sit at the center of it all. In hindsight, this proved especially significant—marking the start of his specialty in the high-end residential market. Fast-forward 30 years, and Jose and his team at CDC Builders have become known as a preeminent

resource for exquisite, best-quality builds. “We work hand in hand with the client to execute their dream and vision, while keeping within the budget,” Jose shares. It’s an approach that has served them well. CDC Builders boasts a portfolio of prestigious residences throughout Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. From luxury custom new builds, to renovations and interior build-outs of condominiums, the ways the firm delivers excellence in construction and craftsmanship are numerous. Asked what he feels is the key to this success, Jose says, “Relationships. Our employees, clients and colleagues alike become family.”

Left This interior build-out of an iconic Palm Beach penthouse features interior design by C.A.D. International. Right This modern home in prestigious Key Biscayne was crafted in collaboration with Hinojosa Design Studio. Opposite top Sweeping ocean views are honored with a stunning design by renowned architect Charles Pawley for this waterfront home. Opposite bottom Designed by Elias Rizo Arquitectos, this contemporary Miami Beach residence wows.

“We pride ourselves on long-lasting relationships and our ongoing referral-based leads.”

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What is your firm most known for?

Our belief in trust and communication. These are essential to productivity; we base our transparent, team approach on cooperation, reliability and mutual respect. We collaborate with architects and designers to realize their visions accurately, and open lines of communication—among those in the field and the office—result in the best solutions for every situation. The personal attention we devote to achieving each client’s goals has transformed many business acquaintances into lifelong friends. Our success is built upon these cherished relationships.

What type of project would you love to take on?

We would love to build a net-zero home to the standards of LEED’s Zero certification—the highest distinction for a residential custom home.

PERRONE CONSTRUCTION

Renowned for building many of Southwest Florida’s stunning palatial waterfront residences, Perrone Construction uses a time-tested, systematic and comprehensive approach to build beautiful homes in any style, delivering for their local and global clientele for more than 42 years. The company’s president, Ricky Perrone, says, “We take great pride in our ability to help each client achieve a sense of timelessness in their home.” Through an in-depth understanding of the complexities and nuances of building in coastal locations and experience working with some of the most celebrated design teams in the world, Perrone Construction has a four-decade

record of crafting the finest luxury waterfront homes in Sarasota, Florida. From land procurement through to project completion and maintenance of the homes they build, the company prides itself on providing a seamless experience for clients so that they can enjoy the process of bringing their vision to life. Every one of Perrone Construction’s homes is meticulously envisioned through the lens of the area’s most sought-after experts. Its recent designation as Florida Gulf Coast Builder of the Year, 2021, by the American Institute of Architects, honors the company’s iconic history of impeccably built, architecturally important waterfront masterpieces.

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How do you include the client in your creative process?

We’ve developed proprietary methods of managing our projects to deliver superior quality and keep our focus on the most important aspect of building a custom home: the owner’s vision and experience. The people we build for are often very busy in their personal and professional lives and many rely on our company to spearhead their projects for them, including assembling the design team from architect to interior designer to landscape architect.

What’s next for the firm?

We are excited to announce our property maintenance division, Conserva Fine Home Stewardship. Our full-service maintenance company manages the caretaking of every aspect of our homes with a comprehensive and custom-tailored plan specific to each property.

“Every step in our process was designed so that the interaction with our clients and the process of building these timeless waterfront homes is not only seamless, but enjoyable.”

Top This British West Indies-style custom residence is located on Longboat Key and overlooks downtown Sarasota’s skyline. Left Of neoclassical French design, this bespoke kitchen is richly layered with textures for a glamorous space. Right As featured on the cover of Luxe Interiors + Design, the arcaded loggia of this Sarasota bayfront estate has sweeping views of the city. Opposite The arches of the gatehouse porte cochere beautifully frame the dramatic approach to this grand estate.

Photography Top by Ricky Perrone; Left by Joshua McHugh; Right & Opposite by Daniel Newcomb

With 20 years of experience, more than 130 completed projects and 12 wholly dedicated, expert team members, Watlee Construction has become known for the high-end value it brings to each home. Whether a custom new build or remodel, residential masterpiece or center of hospitality, the firm’s projects demonstrate its founder’s belief in uncompromising craftsmanship and devotion to architectural vision. “We strive to exceed expectations and create dream homes,” Ryan Watley says. “We think truly successful execution of a vision depends on perfecting every detail.” This ethos is evident in the project that first put Watlee Construction on the map. “In 2004 we were hired to build a 7,500-square-foot house in South Martin County, and it was completely custom,” Ryan says. “The floor, tongueand-groove ceiling and millwork were all produced by a mill in Montana. The walls were done in Venetian plaster and the exterior was coastal with lap siding and a standing-seam metal roof.” It was

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featured in numerous publications and launched the firm into fame amongst the custom home market. And of course, the owners adored the end result. Based in Hobe Sound, the Watlee team now brings the same happiness to clients throughout Florida.

ASK THE EXPERT

Please name influences and inspirations that inform your work. We are always influenced by leaders in the construction field, as well as architectural styles past and present. I have always been inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright since I am originally from Chicago, but there are too many great architects to list them all.

How do you include the client in your process?

They are involved in every step, from design to preconstruction to building. Our construction software allows them to see everything our managers and supervisors are seeing. Through pictures, daily job logs, budget reports and more, we strive to keep everything as transparent as possible.

“Our firm was founded on a simple, yet inspired idea: build custom, luxury homes with the direct input of the buyer.”

Top A luxury Palm Beach home on the Intracoastal Waterway has sleek lines and the perfect ambiance for entertaining. Left This home has the perfect view to enjoy over a sumptuous morning coffee or tea. Right The foyer light is showcased as guests approach the entrance of this Palm Beach stunner. Opposite left This modern coastal home features all white kitchen cabinetry with an island waterfall and an abundance of natural light. Opposite right The sleek space has floating cabinets on both sides of the room highlighting an elegant soaking tub.

TAMARA FELDMAN DESIGN

If ever there were a design pro who exhibits boundless passion for her trade, it is Tamara Feldman. Her stylistic preferences are diverse and curiously explored, she is a fixture at industry happenings and her clients, though they fall into many demographics, all share a praise for the work of her firm, Tamara Feldman Design. Fittingly, upon being asked what she feels is her greatest success, she says, “It would be building my team and following my passion.” Although she has been most influenced by her grandmother, who was an artist and encouraged Feldman to do just that—pursue her dreams—she is also creatively charged by a variety of aesthetics. “I’m known for modern and contemporary, but we can design based on the client’s style, which is important,” she shares. “We are working on a beautiful Tuscany retreat in Italy, which will differ greatly from our Miami work. Also, I’m influenced by Japanese and Mexican architecture, which you can see woven into our designs.” One shining example of her resulting environments is

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the first residence that really put TFD “on the map.” A single-family home in Miami, it was a ground-up project in which Feldman and team were involved for architecture and interiors. “We created the right spaces, a contemporary yet warm feel and impressive 14-foot ceilings.”

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How do you include the client in your creative process?

I always get to know them. It is an intimate process. I incorporate their culture, passions and family routines. We spend time together to understand how they really live in their spaces, which at the end of the day is really what guides any design.

What type of project would you love to take on?

I would be thrilled to design a home in Paris or a retreat on an island.

What part has the digital age played in the success of your firm?

We can show who we are visually through Instagram or Pinterest and reach audiences globally. Clients can see our work and our process in real time and are able to relate. The method of design has become tangible through the digital world.

“Adding architectural elements is one of my greatest tools for bringing out the character in a space.”

Top This foyer features a custom-designed door fabricated by CMA, marble floors with brass inlay from Ceramic Matrix, wall material and a bar top from Opustone and art by Anish Kapoor, Roy Lichtenstein, On Kawara and Ali Banisadr. Left Pieces from Poliform, Avenue Road, Restoration Hardware and more come together in this living space. Right Artwork by Troika rests above cabinetry designed by Feldman and fabricated by Blue Star Carpentry. Opposite left This beautiful bathroom features a Lacava tub and a framed photograph by Roy Ethridge. Opposite right A Ralph Pucci chair and custom-designed built-in marble intertwine with ash wood in this study. Photography Top, Left & Right by Kris Tamburello; Opposite left & Opposite right by Douglas Friedman

CHRISTOPHER CAWLEY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Most prolific creatives can point to a moment when an influence guided their path.

For Christopher Cawley, this experience happened in a truly grand place. “I’m originally from Washington, D.C., and while living on Capitol Hill, I was fortunate to spend a ton of time on the National Mall and experience all of the public spaces, memorials and gardens inspired by the original L’Enfant classical yet contemporary city layout,” Cawley shares. “I didn’t realize it at the time, but the understanding of space that it brought me is a huge influence on how we approach projects today. Later, when studying landscape architecture, this appreciation led me to the work of classical modern architects like Dan Kiley, Peter Walker and George Hargreaves, as well as to the Land Art movement.” Alongside these deeply rooted influences, Cawley and team are driven by a need and desire to work with the one-of-a-kind climate in which they live. “Since we mainly focus on South Florida projects, from Palm Beach

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CHRISTOPHER CAWLEY, PRINCIPAL

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to the Keys, we continually plan to create resilient landscapes that can cope with the unique environmental conditions,” Cawley says. “We strive to design with native planting species that can withstand the test of time and the changing tides of our ecology.”

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What style is your firm most known for?

A clean and modern approach influenced by simplicity and modernism in the landscape, however accentuated and softened by a tropical plant palette. Our main goal is to create a strong framework in which to help blend the architecture into the existing sub-tropical environment.

How can clients work with trade professionals to ensure a painless design process?

It is key to know that design is a process, and it is important to start with the big picture then continue to refine to the last detail.

What type of project would you love to take on?

It would be amazing to do projects in Sedona, Arizona, Palm Springs and other western locations defined by classic modernist architecture.

“We look forward to designing landscapes that challenge our creativity and inspire us to seek new techniques for blending nature and architecture.”

Top Large oak trees frame the residence and vines are used to soften the modern architecture. Left Smaller-scale palms and tropical groundcovers mix to soften the architecture while creating a unique garden alongside the residence. Right Unique palms work to accentuate and complement the modern architecture. Opposite left Coconut palms frame views out to the Bay and mix with coastal dune plantings along the pool’s edge. Opposite right This entry garden features leaning coconut palms and a variety of textures to nestle the modern home into its tropical environment.

Photography Top & Right by Lifestyle Production Group; Left & Opposite right by Pati Laylle of Laylle Digital Media; Opposite left by Alanna Hale

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