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TERRAIN

Landscape professionals discuss the importance of waterwise designs.

HOLISTIC

For architect Veronica Schreibeis Smith, the future of built environments begins with wellness.

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RETREAT

Escape to four immersive destinations aimed at health and harmony.

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In Montana, The Green O provides a stylish respite away from it all.

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MATERIAL

These feel-good mood boards star the latest fabrics and wallcoverings.

TREND

These mood boards star in pretty

Indulge in pretty products inspired by today’s top tastemakers.

SPOTLIGHT

Head-turning furnishings make the case for repurposed materials.

Living

KITCHEN + BATH Wellness is the common thread in these beautiful kitchens.

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Head-turning make + common spaces are the home’s

Sanctuary spaces are the home’s new must-have room.

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Personalization Meets Performance

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Global Perspective

An architect travels the world before settling in San Francisco, where she uses her experiences to create a cultivated home.

Point of View

Midcentury hallmarks and magnificent vistas set the tone for a sleek new abode on Charleston’s Stono River.

The Poetry of Plaster

A Denver artist taps into her childhood memories and cultural heritage to craft powerful yet delicate plaster paintings.

Great Restraint

A family’s timeless Connecticut home redefines classic blueand-white decorating.

ON THE COVER: The living room in architect Jill Lewis’ San Francisco home features Innermost’s Beads Octo pendant and a Nero Marquina fireplace fabricated by Marble Design. Artworks by Lewis hang above Raw Leather Argentina chairs and consoles from Homary. Page 112
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I’m writing this letter early on a Friday morning after completing a 10-minute meditation on my Calm app about building consistency. It’s just one component of my daily wellness practice, along with long evening walks, a plant-based diet and an ongoing edit of our home’s interior to make it more regenerative.

Coming out of the pandemic, we have a heightened awareness of the influence that our homes can have on our well-being and the broader environment. At Luxe, we’re taking a leadership role by engaging in this conversation with our readers as well as the greater design community. From conscious landscaping to wellness retreats and meditation rooms, you’ll find the theme woven throughout this issue. We also recently hosted our firstever Living Well summit in Los Angeles featuring a captivating lineup of speakers who inspired and educated our audience with topics ranging from the power of the downstate to universal rules about how to design with intention. I encourage you to learn more by tuning into our new wellness-focused channel, Wellness by Design, launching soon on designtvbysandow.com

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T E R R A I N | H O L I S T I C | R E T R E A T | E X P L O R A T I O N
Today’s well-designed life includes waterwise gardening, holistic architecture and immersive destinations.

Green Movement

AS WATER BECOMES INCREASINGLY PRECIOUS, LANDSC APE DESIGNERS OFFER GUIDANCE—AND HOPE—FOR CREATING BEAUTIFUL DROUGHT-TOLERANT GARDENS. WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL
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With decades of experience gardening through droughts, landscape designers across the West Coast have themselves become a precious resource. Their collected insights and ideas offer a path forward that reduces water consumption and aides in the overall improvement of our environment. From big changes to concepts as simple as using native plants, the West’s take on waterwise gardening—the practice of selecting plants that require less irrigation—is a wellspring of inspiration.

Many in the industry agree that a first step is changing our mindset: Waterwise doesn’t mean unattractive landscapes. And outdated language like xeriscaping (a term coined by Denver’s Department of Water in the 1980’s) hasen’t helped win anyone over. Landscape designers today are moving the conversation beyond gravel and cacti and showing just how inviting waterwise gardens can be. “People are getting into it now,” says Charlie Ray of The Green Room Collaborative in Phoenix. “They’re seeing how a dynamic native garden adds to the atmosphere

of their home.” Montecito Landscape’s Lisa Cullen has similarly shifted the dialogue with clients. “Nobody wants to do something because they have to,” explains the California-based organic gardener. “Rather than selling waterwise, we focus on the benefits and how pretty it can be.”

“We’ve overwatered environments for decades because of inappropriate material choices,” continues Ray, who carefully considers which flora and fauna to use for each project and often starts by adding shade trees, which create a micro-climate under their canopy. “Layer shrubs, massed for drifts of color and texture, and then lots of wildflowers—you’ll see the birds and butterflies come right in,” he adds.

For Forestoration’s David Noftsinger there is such joy in seeing blanket flowers grow wild in nearby Glacier National Park, and equally happily in his own garden. “Planting natives helps develop a sense of place and an appreciation for the bounty of your area,” explains Noftsinger, who recommends homeowners familiarize themselves with natives unique to their state. Visiting

local botanical gardens for inspiration can also be helpful. “Become a member, go to workshops, volunteer—they’re a key resource for local communities,” says Ray.

All in all, the approach to gardening and landscaping happening on a local level along the West Coast can be replicated across the country. And as Noftsinger believes, “the more pieces we put back together, and incorporate what’s supposed to be there, the more change we’ll see— every bit you can do is beneficial.”

Above: Forestoration created a unique garden oasis at the foot of Montana’s Columbia Mountain. Top: In Southern California, Montecito Landscape used colorful, drought tolerant plantings. Previous page: The Green Room Collaborative focused on bringing native plant material back to an Arizona project. top photo: courtesy holly lepere, bottom photo: shiva solaimanian.
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VERA ICONICA ARCHITECTURE’S VERONICA SCHREIBEIS SMITH BREAKS DOWN THE IMPORTANCE OF WELLNESS IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT.

I like to say we design experiences and architecture happens to be our medium. Whether you call it wellness architecture or something different, what we’re seeking to do—not just with every project, but with every space—is nurture the soul, optimize people’s lives and elevate the human experience. Architecture is the practice of creating your surroundings and it can influence everything from an inhabitant’s emotions and cognitive performance to relationships and the ways in which we gather and interact. Did you know we spend 90 percent of our time indoors? How we sculpt and model that

interior really impacts every single part of our lives.

Buildings are powerful. There have been neuroscientific studies done where EKGs are performed on people who are then taken into unique buildings like a temple, Grand Central Station or the Salk Institute. Their frontal lobe actually shuts down once inside. This is what happens in meditation, when you enter a non-dualistic or flow state, which is your highest level of being. So people who can tap into this and work from their flow state are often high-performing businesspeople, musicians or creatives— they feel super productive and happy. I try to create spaces that support how people want to operate and are tailored to their

inhabitants in every way because when homes have a proportional or harmonic resonance, you will ultimately feel better.

At the end of the day, humans are a part of nature and if we fight that or try to shut it out, we end up hurting ourselves. I make sure that natural materials and plenty of light are present in every project. Using local resources also creates a sense of culture, belonging and identity which is really important to our existence. But everything comes back to being in harmony with nature and taking care of our planet. veraiconica.com

A Jackson Hole, Wyoming, project by Vera Iconica Architecture features an abundance of light and a layout that optimizes mountainside living. headshot: dan krauss, photo: aaron kraft.
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The Great Escape

FROM CALIFORNIA TO THE CATSKILLS, THESE NEW HIGH-DESIGN DESTINATIONS ARE AIMED AT IMMERSIVE WELL-BEING.

If the latest crop of wellness hotels, retreats and fitness clubs across the U.S. have anything in common, it’s that exactly none of them adhere to the ubiquitous spa aesthetic of recent decades—dependably soothing but often dull. The future of luxury destinations takes a more full-bodied approach and looks

to improve your physical, emotional and spiritual states through elevated experiences and sophisticated spaces. From luxe resorts and nature-focused bootcamp-style getaways to exclusive, über-stylish gyms, these wellness hot spots will have you longing to pack your bags and take a deep exhale upon arrival.

RESET Telluride, Colorado

The rugged San Juan Mountains were undeniably influential for architect and designer Stephanie Malsed when creating the interior scheme for Reset’s wellness center, the hub of an ultra-luxe, intensive nature-focused retreat in Colorado. The state-of-the-art facility for sweating, recovering and mindfulness practice harnesses the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal and water—and draws in colors from the outdoors, namely pine green and warm pink tones from alpenglow. Guests engage in guided half-day treks and self-care rituals surrounded by nature or in the comfort of the wellness center. At the end of the day, retreat to a private section of the Madeline Hotel & Residences with amenities that include algae-infused slippers, a hydration bar and customized aromatherapy. resettelluride.com

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THE RANCH Hudson Valley, New York

The Ranch, a results-oriented fitness retreat, which began in Malibu in 2010, is ready for its East Coast debut after taking over the legendary 200-acre Table Rock Estate in upstate New York. Designer Steven Gambrel oversaw the interior and historical restoration of the 1902 structure, devising a total transformation of its rooms, including the former ballroom reimagined as a gym for yoga, meditation and fitness sessions. Guests can kick off their morning with hikes through nearby Ringwood and Harriman State Park. Organic, plant-based meals, naps and daily massages are additional hallmarks of the idyllic but intense regiment. theranchmalibu.com

SENSEI PORCUPINE CREEK Rancho Mirage, California

A sense of calm and Japanese Zen penetrates the light-filled 22-room and -villa Sensei Porcupine Creek. A sister property to Lawrence Ellison and Dr. David Agus’ Sensei Lanai in Hawaii, the newest location promises guests a similarly bespoke journey toward living healthier, longer lives. Ellison oversaw all design details as a 230-acre private estate in the Santa Rosa Mountain foothills was converted into the ultimate wellness destination offering patrons three pathways to follow: Move, Nourish and Rest. The sunny and lush property—complete with gardens, a lagoon pool, golf fairways and hiking trails—is as much a part of the recipe for well-being as the Sensei Guide-led practices and treatments (think Abhyanga four-handed massage), plus five-star cuisine at Sensei by Nobu. sensei.com

HEIMAT Los Angeles, California

This fitness and wellness concept club, located in a refurbished 1930s industrial building in Los Angeles, is the future for the gym-going, Soho House-belonging, health-conscious set. The members-only outpost boasts stained glass panels dividing custom strength machines from a studio of specially designed Pilates reformers. The light-filled cardio area, complete with a cacti garden, resembles a chic hotel lobby while the locker rooms, conceived by Germany-based design studio Inco Media, are fitted with marble, hand-crafted wood paneling and Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona daybeds. Upstairs, famed architect and designer Martin Brudnizki enriched the interiors of Michelin-starred chef Michael Mina’s Mother Tongue restaurant, which lives alongside a sparkling pool and exuberant co-working space awash in yellow. heimat.com

sensei photo: tanveer badal, the ranch photo: ellen mcdermott photography, heimat photo: courtesy heimat.

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Wellness in the Woods

A LUXURIOUS MONTANA RESORT PROVIDES NATURE FOR NURTURE.

It turns out that you can get pretty close to nirvana by taking a mindfulness walk. I’ve recently leaned into the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Buddhist monk who encouraged the practice of mindful walking. Yet, to truly deepen the connection, one needs to be in a place where the magical properties of wellness can take hold. For me, that was on a trip to The Green O.

Nestled into a quiet ponderosa pine forest hillside, the resort sits on 37,000 sweeping acres outside of Missoula, Montana, and envelopes visitors like a soft hug. One part luxury ranch and two parts nature immersion for body and soul, the all-inclusive, adults-only property is an exclusive assemblage of 12 design-forward, glass-boxed villas constructed with sustainable principles that dot the land like works of sculptural art. Of all the semi-secluded “haus” designs, my favorite was Tree Haus, which sits on stilts rising 23-feet above ground and features a spiral staircase running through its three-story spine. I enjoyed lavish comforts sheltered inside while simultaneously immersed in the panoramic landscape, glimpsed through towering floor-to-ceiling windows that provided views of wildlife and a hint of warm twinkling lights from Green Hauses beyond.

Among The Green O’s 12 rustic-yet-refined accommodations is Tree Haus, which sits on stilts offering an elevated view of the surrounding landscape.

This communal-like setting is crowned by Social Haus, the property’s heart center that functions as dining room, bar and central gathering spot. Architect and designer Kristen Becker of Seattle-based Mutuus Studio worked alongside interior designer and executive co-owner Nadine Lipson to conceive interiors that cast a smoky Modernism vibe with cozy campfire-style seating, leafy green hues and shou sugi ban wood reflective of the woodland surroundings. The Michelin-worthy culinary experience, led by executive chef Brandon Cunningham, impresses with nightly curated nine-course tasting menus, gourmet wood-fired pizzas available for delivery to your private hot tub, and artful delights by James Beard-nominated pastry chef Krystle Swenson. It could well be that her rosé-soaked rhubarb cake and dark chocolate brown tart with conifer green gelato ice cream were all the wellness I needed!

I spent my days learning how to flyfish on the Blackfoot River accompanied by a patient guide; riding ATVs through sprawling pastures; stopping off at the equestrian center for a bit of horse therapy and luxuriating in a mineral mud bath at the spa. But the most profound part of my stay was the stillness of early morning strolls in the woods, practicing mindful breathing and walking— and connecting to the wonders of the earth. thegreeno.com

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Clean lines and innovative finishes make every part of the Yota kitchen a visual and functional experience. The design adapts effortlessly to its surroundings, enriching the architecture and interior of the home.

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UNIVERSAL FURNITURE

Erinn V. x Universal is coming to High Point. Described as bold and progressive, the collaboration between Los Angeles interior and product designer Erinn Valencich and Universal delivers a fashion-forward collection with modern European, Japanese and California influences. See the collection this fall at the market.

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BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS

Add the perfect pop of color to any space, with the Bevolo Mid-Century Modern collection of art glass lamps, handmade fiberglass shades and unique glass finials. It features pieces from Blenko Glass Company, Murano Glass, St. Clair Glass Company and more. bevolo.com

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NEWPORT BRASS

The long, curvilinear silhouette of Newport Brass’ Stripling faucet, with its bishop-style form, projects elegance and refinement. With thoughtful design details and streamlined engineering, it’s a distinctive choice. newportbrass.com

J. TRIBBLE

The Empire commode in bleached walnut showcases J. Tribble’s long history of designing and producing custom sink bases—now extended to repurposing antique treasures for modern homes. jtribble.com

NEW MOON

A bold contemporary design with a touch of nostalgia, New Moon’s Gammon rug blends high style with sumptuous materials for an elegant statement in any space. It is hand-knotted in Tibetan wool, Chinese silk and natural nettle fibers. Price available upon request. newmoonrugs.com

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The intricate design of Julie Neill’s Talia Large Chandelier is inspired by the reflective qualities of glass, with clusters of handblown orbs in a round canopy shape. The light dances and shines, filling any space with a magical glow. Priced at $2,529. circalighting.com

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Step into a world of beauty, where the lines between dream and reality fade. Introducing, Onirika by Nina Magon, which unites the poetic and unique beauty of natural stone with Dekton technology.

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Hamilton Sinkler’s faux horn pulls are a striking and sophisticated take on a modern hardware. They can be translucent and yet reminiscent of marble, agate, alabaster or a truly dark and honeyed horn. Custom sizing is available. Price available upon request. hamiltonsinkler.com

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anew in Provence. Since then, her Instagram feed reads

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After a sabbatical in France in 2016, visual artist Jamie Beck uprooted her life in New York City to start anew in Provence. Since then, her Instagram feed reads like a siren song to hundreds of thousands of followers slower-paced, chockfull of and successful photographer the likes of clients, turned her photography years, archived book, Provence jamiebeck.co

Clockwise from top right: Empress Coral Rug by Guo Pei / From $6,960 / therugcompany.com Arlene Dinner Plate in Sepia by Casa Lopez / $95 / aerin.com Summer in a Bottle Côtes de Provence Rosé 2021 / $26 / wol er.com Aristocat Satin Ballet Flats in Black / $250 / the-sleeper.com Marchese Chaise Lounge / Price upon request / ebanista.com An American in Provence by Jamie Beck / $40 / simonelement.com Cary Silk Square Cushion in Pink by Madeaux Home / $215 / gingerlily.com Velvet Bow Barrette / $128 / jenniferbehr.com Empress Coral Rug by Guo Pei / From $6,960 / . Arlene Dinner Plate in by Casa Lopez / $95 / PHOTO CREDIT: JAMIE BECK.
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Harwell Godfrey’s bold and symbolic line coveted by celebrities and the fashion alike. From her Noz Nozawa-designed just outside of San Francisco, Godfrey contemporary heirlooms by hand using gold, precious gems and diamonds.

Lauren Harwell bold and line of jewelry is coveted celebrities and the fashion crowd alike. From her Noz studio just outside of San Francisco, creates heirlooms hand 18k gems and diamonds.

Each collection tells a story (Menagerie, her features animal motifs that represent virtues and traits) and is inspired by ancient ethnic patterns. Colorful, playful and rich Godfrey’s talismans bring a cool factor who them. harwellgodfrey.com

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Clockwise from top right: Camilla Mirror / Price upon request / madegoods.com Beaded Major Medallion and Malachite Heart Pendant / $13,950 and $2,500 / harwellgodfrey.com Samarkand Nut Bowl / $342.50 / ecruonline.com Axis Console / Price upon request / mousstudio.com Grand Gold V3 Bicycle / $1,700 / martonecycling.com Square Dance Fabric in Fruit Punch / Price upon request / pollackassociates.com Agosto Sunglasses / $425 / opreyewear.com Moka Vase by Vanessa Mitrani / Price upon request / roche-bobois.com PHOTO CREDIT: TRICIA TURNER STUDIO.
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Flamingo Estate is a modern-day Garden of Eden tucked away in the hills of Los Angeles. Founded by Richard Christiansen, the seven-acre property, ripe with herbs, fruit trees, flowers and native plants, morphed from a personal residence into a full-fledged lifestyle brand in 2020, garnering a dedicated following across the country. Christiansen’s wideranging offerings of earthly delights—from extra virgin olive oil to shampoo—always have an eye toward sustainability and ethical farming. flamingoestate.com

Clockwise from top right: Chevron Tablecloth in Clay / $130 / thompsonstreetstudio.com Zinc Watering Can in Green / $120 / hudsongracesf.com Garden Essentials Artisanal Bar Soaps and Roma Heirloom Tomato Candle / $100 and $50 / flamingoestate.com Fluted Planter by Atuto / From $58 / bloomist.com Callanish Dining Table / $4,395 / oka.com Merritt Cabinet / $4,099 / arhaus.com Cotton Rope Dog Leash in Olive Ombre / $62 / foundmyanimal.com PHOTO CREDIT: COURTESY OF FLAMINGO ESTATE.
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Upcycled Utopia

CRAFTED FROM REPURPOSED MATERIALS, THESE ARRESTING FURNISHINGS HELP TO BETTER THE WORLD AROUND US.

LAYERED LOUNGER

Stackabl, a digital platform by Toronto design firm Stacklab that allows users to create one-of-a-kind pieces from leftover, locally sourced materials, has joined forces with New York-based gallery Maison Gerard to launch its inaugural collection. As part of the platform’s introductory designer capsule series, Jamie Drake and Caleb Anderson of Drake/Anderson, designed this Madame Chaise Lounge. Layers of stacked felt remnants (a Stackabl signature) form a modern version of a traditional chaise, while the jolt of pink is an ode to midcentury fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli. maisongerard.com

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PLAYFUL PLASTICS

James Shaw’s colorful and tactile Plastic Baroque Chairs prove that a problematic and mundane material can be reimagined into something beautiful. Shaw has worked with plastics for nearly a decade and created a special extruding tool allowing him to further push the limits of the material’s assumed potential. The fruits of his labor are on display with the whimsically imperfect arms and legs of these lightweight chairs, which are topped with removable patchwork corduroy cushions. objectivegallery.com

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MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE

PET Lamp is on a mission to rethink plastic bottles through lighting design. The Madrid-based company conceives pieces featuring a bottle at the center, embracing the humble material rather than concealing it. The Eperara Siapidara model is made by artisans in Colombia (the company works with a network of craftspeople around the world who specialize in unique designs) and boasts a colorful woven shade made from paja tetera palm tree leaves—an abundant resource in the region. goodeeworld.com

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Presrv ™ Wine & Beverage Coolers are the coolest way to keep beverages at optimal storage temperatures. With innovative technology and the sleek, fashionable looks you expect from Zephyr.

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STYLE TO STOP YOU COLD

PIONEERING PERCH

British designer Jane Atfield’s RCP2 chair, inspired by Dutch furniture designer Gerrit Rietveld’s 1923 Military Side Chair, was one of the first pieces of furniture made exclusively from recycled plastic. Now, a series of re-editions have been commissioned by Emma Scully Gallery in New York City to celebrate the design’s 30th anniversary. A thought leader in conscious design, Atfield’s original RCP2 chair is featured in the permanent collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. emmascullygallery.com
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rich craft traditions of India are at the heart of Tantuvi, a rug company founded by former fashion designer Arati Rao in 2015. The Malachite Rug, shown here, is made by artisans in Rajasthan using reclaimed silk remnants collected from the sari industry. Its geometric step-like pattern is a nod to 400-year-old stone staircases—some of which still stand today—found in Northern India that were built to access water sources. Featuring yarn carefully colored by hand, each design can take up to two months to complete. tantuvistudio.com L U X E S O U
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LIVING

Crafting wellness-minded kitchens and serene spaces are top of mind for industry leaders.

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Follow the Light

THREE TOP KITCHEN DESIGNERS SHARE THEIR HEALTHY APPROACH TO CREATING CULINARY HAVENS.

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SMART STYLE

When it came to her own kitchen in the greater New York City area, French-born, Manhattan-based interior designer Laurence Carr designed the space to serve as a central wellness area for her family of five. “My husband and I have three teenagers, and this is a place where we can work, socialize and cook together,” explains Carr, who collaborated with architect Jordan Rosenberg to conceive the contemporary home. “Biophilia, plenty of natural light and sustainability were also important considerations. There are large windows that provide a connection to the garden, and the

amount of light entering the space is important in minimizing the electricity and lighting that’s necessary.” Carr kept the palette clean and simple, employing a mix of dark gray and cream cabinetry, Calacatta marble and wood accents. “Cream is much softer than white, and the gray lends a contemporary touch,” says the designer. To create a look that’s seamless and streamlined, Carr paneled many of the appliances and even included a hidden door—made to look like one of the cabinets— that leads to a walk-in pantry. “The space feels timeless yet modern.” laurencecarr.com

Interior designer Laurence Carr’s kitchen in the greater New York City area is a contemporary-yet-timeless, light-filled space that serves as command central for her family of five. photo: kelly marshall.
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Claire Staszak of the Chicago firm Centered by Design is known for what she calls a holistic approach, combining her love of interiors with a passion for wellness (she is also a certified yoga instructor). So, it’s no surprise that when she was tasked with the renovation of a 1930s Colonial north of Chicago, she whipped up a kitchen for a young family that feels calm, balanced and serene. Staszak was limited to working within the kitchen’s existing footprint, however she was able to make a few key changes—including closing off an opening to the dining room, removing a window to add symmetry and adding a larger window to bring in more light—that make all the difference. “In doing this, we were able to fit in everything we wanted, including a large island and a coffee bar,” notes the designer. “The clients wanted something fresh and beautiful with a mix of Southern charm and the feel of a French bistro.” With that in mind, Staszak installed custom cabinetry from her firm’s in-house line in a light taupe shade, cafe-inspired lighting, natural wood accents and periwinkle backsplash tile from Ann Sacks. “Custom cabinetry provides the opportunity for a variety of details tailored to the homeowners’

needs, such as arched doors and open shelving,” Staszak explains. With the clients being avid cooks and entertainers, storage was a major focus. The designer incorporated hidden compartments for appliances, bakeware and utensils, while niches flanking the range hold cooking essentials such as oils and spices. Meanwhile, easy-to-clean quartz surfaces lend durability to the hardworking space. “Health and well-being are important to this couple, and I really tried to be a calm and grounding presence during the renovation process,” Staszak says. “My job is always to take the stress off my clients, make the process feel like a true collaboration, and channel a Zen attitude.” Most importantly, adds the designer, “a space doesn’t have to be boring in order to feel balanced.” centeredbydesign.com

headshot: heather talbert, kitchen photos: aimee mazzenga. In a Wilmette, Illinois, kitchen, Claire Staszak of Centered by Design chose Benjamin Moore’s Bruton White for the custom cabinetry paired with Tob Knobs hardware and a tiled backsplash by Ann Sacks.
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NATURAL INSTINCT

When Los Angeles−based decorator Mandy Cheng set eyes on the magical treetop views from this Woodland Hills kitchen—which sits three stories above the ground thanks to the home’s hillside setting—it became clear that nature should take center stage in this renovation. “The view inspired the design and dictated the palette,” Cheng explains. “I wanted to bring the trees in and tie the design to the outdoors.” Cheng chose a combination of white oak upper cabinets and open shelving, which recalls oak trees outside, and green to channel the leaves. “When colors are consistent between indoors and out it gives the illusion of more space,” Cheng notes. Furthermore, the designer installed windowed cabinetry that not only references the residence’s Craftsman style, but “maintains that open, airy quality. We wanted to keep the cabinetry from feeling too heavy.” Low-maintenance quartz countertops, unlacquered brass fixtures that will develop a patina over time and a “natural-looking” textured tile backsplash round out the scheme. To address the client’s need for additional storage, Cheng installed custom drawers for cooking utensils, a nook for storing paper towels and wooden crates to hold potatoes and onions. “The previous layout discouraged cooking and eating well because it didn’t function properly,” Cheng says. “Now it feels clean, calm and inviting.” mandychengdesign.com

photos: madeline tolle. Inspired by the home’s lush surroundings, Mandy Cheng opted for a beautiful green hue—Vintage Vogue by Benjamin Moore— along with a Newport Brass faucet, Wolf range and Zephyr hood.
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STAR PLAYERS

THESE NEW PRODUCTS ARE AS SMART AS THEY ARE STYLISH.

SURFACE POWER

With homeowners relying less and less on natural gas, many are turning to electric induction technology when it comes to their kitchens. Gaggenau’s 400 Series induction cooktop features a fully customizable surface depending on the owner’s needs, whether it be an electric or teppanyaki grill. gaggenau.com

EASY DOE S IT

Inspired by the silhouette of a tulip and available in six finishes, Brizo’s Tulham SmartTouch Pull-Down Prep Kitchen Faucet promotes a clean work environment by allowing the user to turn the water on and off by tapping anywhere on the fi xture’s surface—the perfect solution for dirty hands. For those wanting a completely hands-free experience, voice-command technology can be added. brizo.com

STEAM DREAM

Health-conscious cooks praise steaming for its ability to retain more nutrients than other methods, and Fisher & Paykel’s new Series 11 24-inch Combination Steam Oven is equal parts sleek and efficient. In addition to steam, there are options for convection-only baking and combination cooking modes. Plus, a water line isn’t necessary thanks to the oven’s 50-ounce water tank. fisherpaykel.com

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UPHOLSTERY FURNITURE

Traditional, classic, contemporary or midcentury—upholstery is in the building block for most living spaces. Whatever your customer’s comfort and style preferences demand, LVMKT’s exhibitors have the fabric, leather, silhouette and size for you.

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Keep the Peace

WELLNESS ROOMS HAVE EVOLVED FROM AMENITY TO NECESSITY.

As our world grows increasingly complex and connected, the need for places to get away from it all grows too. From Luxe’s bird’s eye view, seeking escape doesn’t necessarily mean looking outside the confines of home— quite the opposite, in fact. Take this Glendora, California, meditation room by designer Norm Wogan, which perfectly illustrates today’s artistic, deeply considered approach to at-home escapism. May these magical wellness spaces, from Brooklyn to Hawaii’s Big Island, inspire you to create your own slice of sanctuary.

Designer Norm Wogan scoured local Indian and Moroccan shops for unique artifacts—including an antique altar and aged copper pendants—to outfit his client’s Glendora, California, healing and meditation room. wogandesign.com

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TAKE PAUSE

“My husband and I took meditation classes years ago. Afterwards, we set the intention to do a daily 20-minute meditation in the morning and another in the afternoon,” shares designer Lisa Kahn. For Kahn, maintaining a morning practice was easy. An afternoon practice amidst the activity of office life was another story—so she crafted a meditation room in her Naples, Florida, headquarters. To encourage

midday respite, the designer wrapped the space in a Kravet raffia, adding comfortable pillows in a HomArt batik fabric and live-edge wood stands to display healing objects. “We believe meditation is an important element of the day to gather a sense of self when the bustle feels all-consuming,” she says. “It helps us stay connected to our larger purpose for being here.” lisakahndesigns.com

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RECHARGING STATION

When hired by clients with an appreciation for the Japanese bathing ritual of a shower to cleanse the body followed by a bath to cleanse the soul, designer Lindsay Anyon Brier saw a unique opportunity for an exterior wellness space. Specifically, when she viewed their Piedmont, California, home’s deck, set conveniently off a gym, she envisioned a soaking tub. In collaboration with Berkeley Heat, she conceived a cedar hot tub seemingly dropped within the tree line. Underscoring the home’s commitment to sustainability, the creation boasts a drainage feature in lieu of chemical maintenance. (Wastewater is then used to irrigate the property.) Adding a touch of sparkle to the scene, decorative screens with a Moroccan motif “create a sense of privacy and intimacy while focusing the eye on views of San Francisco Bay,” notes the designer. anyondesign.com

HEAVEN SENT

An enchanting yet derelict Hawaii Island property brought together the team of designer Marion Philpotts-Miller, architect Paige Wilburn and landscape designer David Tamura. Together, they restored the home’s old growth teak ceilings and beams, infused light and flow throughout the interiors and reimagined the grounds, whose pièce de résistance is an entry courtyard designed for peaceful repose. A lanai illuminated by vintage Japanese lanterns and outfitted with an antique bench flanked by bronze Burmese guardians offers the homeowners a particularly contemplative space to enjoy the sights and sounds of several water features. Not the least of which is a hidden shower garden tucked behind a retractable teak screen. philpotts.net

DREAMING IN COLOR

Leave it to designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard to kick any notions that neutral and wellness must walk hand-in-hand to the curb. Exhibit A: This exuberant massage room set high on a cliff in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Bullard confidently swathed the space in Benjamin Moore’s Covington Blue, a languid, ocean-green tone that plays to the Sea of Cortez beyond the windows. A medley of natural woven sisal and abaca furnishings—all nods to indigenous Mexican arts and crafts—join a 1970s painting scored at an antique shop in Mexico City, which Bullard admits is his favorite element of the room. “The vibrancy holds you captive whilst still maintaining calmness due to its abstract nature and ear thy pigments,” he explains, adding, “it has a distinct and welcoming warmth reminiscent of Cabo’s famous sunsets.”

bullard photo: douglas friedman. philpotts photo: nicole franzen. mosher photo: tim williams.
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INNER SANCTUM

When designer Cheryl Settino Mosher’s clients tasked her with crafting a prayer room within their Brooklyn apartment, she did her research first. For visual inspiration, Mosher referenced Owen Jones’ The Grammar of Ornament, looking to motifs of ancient civilizations.

Ultimately, she landed on a quartet of Schumacher wallpapers in sepia tones, which were deconstructed then put together in a bespoke pattern intended to evoke the feel of a sacred space modernized for contemporary

living. Meanwhile, for the layout, she used a Qibla compass to place the family’s beloved prayer rug directed toward the Kaaba. Bathed in diffuse sunlight, the room, with its cozy, velvet-covered divan, has become a reading room as well as a place for worship. “It’s an area to recharge,” says Mosher. “Now more than ever, we need these spaces. Whether you have a large home or an apartment, you have to make time to sit and find quiet—whatever that means for you.” brooklyn.studio

Global Perspective

A well-traveled architect brings her vision home to create a one-of-a-kind San Francisco Victorian.

Architecture and Interior Design: Jill Lewis, Jill Lewis Architecture Home Builder: Christopher Lennon and Jason Lennon, Benburb Construction
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The front façade of this San Francisco Victorian hints at architect Jill Lewis’ playful reimagining inside. A contrasting color scheme of Sherwin-Williams’ Westhighland White and Caviar complements stair tiles from Cement Tile Shop.

Conjuring a sense of home in an unfamiliar country is no easy feat, but establishing new roots is something architect Jill Lewis has done often. The Seattle native has practiced her profession across several countries, from Italy to China to Argentina. Along the way, she designed various abodes for her growing family.

Three kids later, Lewis and her husband returned stateside, this time to San Francisco. With them came their trove of artisanal treasures and the design philosophy the architect had honed abroad: “No matter where you live, your home should be driven by context, culture and history of place,” she explains. “I wanted us to feel a connection here.”

Her vision became a reality when they found their quintessential San Francisco Victorian. Spared from the 1906 earthquake (and the subsequent fires that stopped just one block away), the dwelling boasts arched windows, tall ceilings and ornate molding. Its corner-lot location also made way for side windows that flood rooms with light, creating atypically luminous Victorian interiors.

Yet Lewis had no interest in executing a bythe-book restoration, an ethos shaped during her earliest professional years in Italy. “There, architects know how to do a modern intervention that still brings out the best historical parts of a home,” she says. Her own contemporary interpretation of San Franciscan Victoriana focused on accentuating the millwork, which required a partner deeply ingrained in the local vernacular. She found conspirators in brothers and general contractors Christopher and Jason Lennon, who understood the inner workings of this architectural style. Their team restored all the existing windows, doors, hardware and trim, even hunting down period-matching hinges “to keep the original aesthetics of the house,” Jason says.

The molding disappeared in the rear rooms, so matching pieces were crafted to continue the distinct Victorian language. Replacing the upstairs carpet, they installed oak planks to coordinate with the flooring downstairs and unified both levels with a rich espresso stain. The team also removed a few walls to streamline transitions between spaces. But notably, Lewis’ plan preserved the enclosed layout overall. “If you try to make Victorians open, you lose their essence,” she explains.

After fortifying the home’s historical core, Lewis leaned toward unconventional finishes to

invigorate the period details. Think petroleumblack paint or graphic abstract wallpaper on the ceilings, which draws attention to the crown molding. Or harnessing the interior’s expansive heights by cloaking entire rooms in a single atmospheric hue, from the library’s twilight blue to the upstairs hallway’s foggy gray. Lewis nodded to the Victorian love of marble but eschewed statuary white for bolder patterns, like the living room’s black Nero Marquina fireplace and the powder room’s Amazonia vanity dappled with citrus-green markings. Meanwhile, a host of industrial and midcentury modern light fixtures hang from elaborate ceiling medallions. “I like to juxtapose these beautiful contemporary designs within classic buildings,” Lewis notes.

The traditional and unexpected converge in the kitchen, where more bold marble—gray-veined countertops and Nero Marquina herringbone floors—takes center stage while unlacquered brass imparts patina onto the minimalist fixtures and sink. Accounting for the old home’s uncommon dimensions, the brothers custom built the glossy black cabinets on site, doing “everything but chopping down the tree,” Christopher laughs.

The family’s past life abroad is still woven into their new abode, with pieces memorializing places and relationships. Argentina lingers in the creamy cowhide rugs, the living room’s classic butterfly chairs, and the custom dining table made of canella wood by Lewis’ favorite carpenter in Buenos Aires, who convinced her to have the top burned inky black, shou sugi ban-style. Her friendship with a Beijing furniture workshop produced her collection of contemporary Chinese tables and cabinets, like the armoires she adapted into grand bedroom nightstands. This mix of styles and materials produces an organic eclecticism that could only emerge from travel. “If we had never left the U.S., our furniture would probably be more elegantly consistent,” Lewis says. “But we’ve really embraced those idiosyncrasies, absorbing all the places we’ve lived.”

Indeed, her design imagination grows richer with each new family home she creates. “I’m no longer the minimalist architect I was 20 years ago when I left Seattle,” she confesses. “We’ve witnessed a lot of change, traveled a lot of miles, and have grown into a typical family of five with all the bright and dark, small and large moments that come with that. Our house reflects those contrasts. There’s a lot going on, yet somehow it all makes sense to us.”

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Right: Benjamin Moore’s After Midnight and a Sarus Mobile chandelier by David Weeks Studio make a statement on the dining room ceiling. Jonathan Adler’s Puzzle Table Lamps and a gold leaf mirror add more gilded accents.

Opposite: A Beads Octo pendant by Winnie Liu for Innermost highlights the living room’s tall ceilings. Lewis outfitted the space with a Raw Leather Argentina rug, Bensen lounge, and custom blue velvet sofa and ottoman made by De Levie in Buenos Aires.

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Above: The kitchen features custom black cabinets with perforated brass doors as well as a backsplash and countertops from Da Vinci Marble. Brass further accents the Rachiele sink, Newport Brass faucets and Ilve range. An Estiluz fixture hangs above the island.

Opposite: In the dining room, Lewis kept a beloved table crafted of canella wood and steel she had custom made by Bonarda BA while living in Buenos Aires. It is joined by Carl Hansen & Søn chairs and a creamy Flor rug.

“No matter where you live, your home should be driven by context, culture and history of place.”
–JILL LEWIS
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Benjamin Moore’s Thousand Oceans envelops the library, where Lewis created a cozy family area with an Oromanta sofa, RH coffee table, armchairs by Buenos Aires’ Cull Deco and a Gino Sarfatti chandelier designed for Flos. The photo, Shanghai Fashion Week, is by Bess Friday.
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Right: Ann Sacks tile clads the walls of the primary bathroom, where the team also installed a vanity painted Dunn-Edwards’ Nightlife. Arabescato marble countertops, Forge Hardware Studio pulls and Illuminate Vintage sconces complete the space.

Opposite: Subtle details underscore the home’s unconventional bent, like Thatcher’s Le Freak wallpaper on the ceiling and the perforated brass detailing of the custom closets. Next to the West Elm bed is a Louis Weisdorf pendant.

Architecture: Rush Dixon and Judy Dixon, Rush Dixon Architects, LLC Interior Design: Allison Elebash, Allison Elebash Interior Design Landscape Architecture: Steve Dudash, Navy Yard Charleston Development Co. Home Builder: Jay Godefroy, Cline Homes

POINT OF VIEW

Contemporary becomes its own kind of classic at a new house on the serene shores of Charleston’s Stono River.

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Steel windows with a matching door, both by Graham Architectural Products, frame the entry of this riverside Charleston residence. Above a vintage Paul McCobb bureau, a sculptural stone lamp by CB2 and brass North pendant by Riloh bounce light off walls in Benjamin Moore’s Simply White.
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The sun slipping beneath the horizon of Charleston’s Stono River affords a view unlike any other. The languid humidity, lingering nearly the whole year here, filters light like a kaleidoscope, tossing color to and fro. Frame this scene in the arms of majestic, moss-draped oaks, and it’s enough to take your breath away.

Such were the natural gifts of a picturesque Charleston property, where one couple hoped to capture these Lowcountry dreamscapes from every angle. Although the pair had adored a steel-andglass addition at their previous, more traditional home, the Stono River site afforded the opportunity to indulge their midcentury preferences from the ground up. A respected real estate developer in the area, the husband already had collaborated with architects Rush and Judy Dixon on several commercial projects in the past, which made teaming up for a new residence a no-brainer. “This house is all about the view and connection to the water,” reveals Judy, adding that a benefit of embracing a modernist discipline is its inherent minimalism. “From our first meeting, these clients were clear they didn’t want something grand, fussy or ostentatious; rather, a home that would be organic, eclectic and clean,” she continues. “They understand the power of simplicity.”

Joining the project from the outset, landscape architect Steve Dudash had the fortune of consulting heavily on the home’s siting, even directing a 180-degree flip in orientation to best capture the sunset views. To further leverage the river vistas and blur boundaries between inside and out, the Dixons devised a transparent, open living space. Bound by glass on two sides, it’s bookended by the primary suite as well as a two-story tower hosting additional bedrooms and a den. “The main living area easily absorbs all comings and goings when everyone is busy at home, but still feels intimate when it’s just the two of them,” Judy says. “It was essential that every room, every space, feel comfortable on a personal scale, and with a connection to nature.”

In the public spaces, cypress ceilings, soffits and a louvered overhang that filters strong afternoon sunlight all speak to local natural materials. Such details underscore the tireless efforts of builder Jay Godefroy and his team, including

design coordinator Alexandra Frick. “Jay was exceptionally patient and thorough,” reveals Rush, who ensured a nod to classic Charleston vernacular by way of a white stucco façade.

Serenity comes not only from the breathtaking location, but from the simplicity of the interiors, where designer Allison Elebash capitalized on the Dixons’ modernist hallmarks. She anchored the main living area, for example, using a curved sofa with 1970s notes. “Solving the seating configuration in such a large horizontal space was tricky,” admits Elebash, adding that its embracing shape and golden mohair upholstery smartly combine form and function: lush to the touch, but durable enough to stand up to daily life. “I loved the practicality of these clients,” continues Elebash. In every part of the house, “they wanted to avoid anything extraneous; everything is purposeful.”

A custom walnut dining table bridges the area between this gathering space and the kitchen, where a calming palette of earth tones and sky blues is expressed through a dark gray island countertop and azure leather stools—all streamlined, per the clients’ request, so as not to compete with the views. But Elebash pushed back against the husband’s “no maintenance, no upkeep” pragmatism when it came to the kitchen backsplash. “I insisted we go with real marble,” recounts the designer, who specified a book-matched slab of Calacatta Namibia because “nothing beats the drama of natural stone.”

Situating the pool deck to capture the same sight lines as the house, however, required no cajoling. “Everyone agreed on the size, shape and location of the infinity pool, which would be surrounded by a bluestone patio,” Rush recounts. “The owners’ bedroom wraps around it, so again, there’s a connection from their personal space as well as the living room.” Keeping the pool and patio on the same elevation as the house likewise guaranteed the outdoor areas—updated by Dudash with fresh plantings of beautyberry, African iris, Foster holly and more—would be a seamless extension of the interior.

From this vantage point, the homeowners can fully soak up their fulfilled vision: a modern homage to Charleston’s ancient landscape that marries old and new, indoors and out, natural and man-made, with peace and practicality. After all, as the storied river and old oaks know, simplicity is best when nature’s beauty is so abundant.

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A swivel chair upholstered in Kravet’s Tinge textile and a classic Eames lounge, both from Design Within Reach, join the living room’s Thayer Coggin curved mohair sectional. The vintage coconut shell coffee table by Enrique Garcel tops an Atlas Weavers rug.

Above: A Newport Brass bridge faucet brings a jewelry-like element to the kitchen, complemented by a La Cornue range. The backsplash of honed Calacatta Namibia marble proffers a dramatic backdrop as Riloh’s Cuff pendant suspends above the Silestone-clad island.

Opposite: In the multipurpose pantry, custom walnut shelves by local artisan Spiros Skartsiounis float along a wall of hand-glazed ceramic tiles from Speartek Tile and Stone. Cabinets painted Sherwin-Williams’ Rock Garden and a vintage brass Sputnik fixture add further pizzazz.

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Left: Sunlight enters this hallway through a steel exterior door and a tracked version—both by Pinkys. Seeded-glass sconces by Arteriors flank an abstract by Nick Lawrence while a vintage Turkish rug from Zuma Imports runs beneath.

Opposite: The wife’s office is swathed in a green Jute Neptunian grass cloth wallcovering by Bradley. CB2’s Santoro white quartz coffee table teams with a custom walnut writing desk and shelving by Skartsiounis.

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“IT WAS ESSENTIAL THAT EVERY ROOM, EVERY SPACE, FEEL COMFORTABLE ON A PERSONAL SCALE, AND WITH A CONNECTION TO NATURE .”
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The primary bedroom wears Phillip Jeffries’ The Grove wallcovering in Majestic Frond paired with Farrow & Ball’s Pointing. A Lumfardo swing sconce lends nimble reading light. The Highland House bench upholstered in Holland & Sherry fabric provides texture.
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THE POETRY OF PLASTER

Denver artist Monica Curiel shapes new meaning from a humble building material.

Beside small sculpted pieces, Monica Curiel uses a brush to blend water and plaster (right).

Images of gowns and fabrics (below) inspire the folds and knots that appear in her most recent artwork (opposite and previous page).

Plaster exudes pure possibility for Monica Curiel. Both versatile and tactile, it allows the Denver-based artist to mold her memories and Mexican-American heritage into poignant abstract works.

Minimalist linen whites, inky blacks and creamy taupes that Curiel tints with coffee grounds help draw the emotions her pieces capture into focus. First, the artist applies plaster onto wood panels. She then lets it dry just enough to form pliable layers that can be folded into dynamic shapes. “You have to understand how this material behaves and know how light and shadows will hit certain angles,” she notes.

Curiel grew familiar with this medium as a child, accompanying her father to construction sites where she learned to grout tile and plaster walls. Surviving a cancer diagnosis at age 19 gave her a yearning to study diverse fields, including interior design, fashion and fine art. But she found her true voice by returning to sculpting plaster. Her practice soon became “an ode to my parents,” she says. “It keeps me connected to their labor and sacrifice as Mexican immigrants pursuing the American dream.”

Waves and sinews from childhood memories permeate her art, from striped cobija blankets to damp bedsheets billowing in her grandmother’s backyard, or a rippling river where she and her sister used to play: All these shapes undulate through the delicate drapes and grooves Curiel coaxes into her plaster paintings.

The artist appreciates using “the things we consider ‘ordinary,’ ” she notes. This includes utilizing plaster powder and sheets from the hardware store to form her ethereal folds. She also employs tile-grouting tools to carve out shapes and sandpaper to smooth surfaces. This paraphernalia fills her luminous studio with a comforting chalky aroma that conjures memories of her father.

In another homage to him, Curiel’s latest foray into functional design was inspired by his love of music: Her recent light fixtures, chairs and decor items evoke the ornamentation of mariachi garments. Wherever her practice may lead, she remains grounded in a sense of herencia, or heritage: The love and lessons handed down from her parents, but also the inheritance she’s building through her work.

“I think about my pieces as objects I will leave behind on this Earth,” Curiel says. Plaster, after all, retains the touch of her fingers, preserving every movement, mark and memory.

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Interior Design: Suzanne and Lauren McGrath, McGrath II

Great Restraint

Textured finishes, quiet colors and characterful antiques lend a Connecticut home patina befitting its timeless exterior.

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From the moment they approach through its allée of hornbeams, visitors to this stately New Canaan home are fooled into believing that its history stretches back much further than a mere 31 years. The trickery begins with a canopied cobbled drive from which one catches glimpses of an old apple orchard before entering a walled courtyard. Then the house’s stone façade comes into view, quietly conveying a sense of immutability with its timeworn patina, and the illusion is complete.

Among those captivated by this bit of magic was the New York City couple who recently relocated to the three-acre idyll with their growing family, tasking designers Suzanne and Lauren McGrath with making the dwelling’s interiors feel as established and timeless as its exterior. Years before, the mother-daughter design team had renovated the owners’ Manhattan apartment, merging its existing modern architecture with their taste for classic furnishings. The Connecticut project would be simpler, it seemed, because “this was what they had always wanted: a beautiful, traditional home to fill with traditional furniture,” Lauren says. But there was a bit more to this creative brief. “At 10,000 square feet, it’s a big house, so it felt a little fancy,” Lauren recalls. “We wanted the interiors to come across as understated; to enhance the architecture while also taking the formality down a notch.” Adds Suzanne: “It was meant to feel like a home befitting a young family with adorable children running up and down the halls.”

Without moving a wall or window, the designers achieved that sensibility by filling the rooms with textural decorative finishes, from wallcoverings in grass cloth, bark paper and stenciled fabric, to expanses of strié-painted plaster. In the kitchen and breakfast room, they adorned the existing wood floors with a distressed blue-and-white diamond pattern—a nod to Bunny Mellon’s iconic Cape Cod home, and to the homeowner’s favorite hues.

“When we first browsed our textile library with the clients, pretty much everything the wife selected was blue and white,” Lauren shares. “So we had to say, ‘We’re definitely going to give you a blue-and-white house, but we need to add some dimension.’ ” In the serene living room, the designers began their palette play by exploring shades of silvery gray popped with hits of sky and peach. A charming sunroom is enveloped in a luscious khaki green, and interstitial spaces, such as the grand entry hall, introduce sandy neutrals to the milieu. “With any residence of this scale, you can’t just work with a two-color scheme, or it becomes monochromatic,” Lauren explains. “Playing with different tints to bring depth was one way to make this house feel cozier.”

Another method was to combine approachable furnishings—from deep sofas to stick wicker chairs— with carefully placed fine antiques. In the main entryway, for example, “the center table needed to be special,” Suzanne notes, “so we sourced a 19th-century French mahogany piece that is very unusual because of its curved legs and carved base.”

Another exhaustive search yielded the dining room’s uniquely large 19th-century Scandinavian table, which the designers paired with reproductions of antique Swedish chairs and a graceful English console that was stripped of its finish to feel fresher and more youthful. In the living room, striped slipper chairs flank a rare, sculpted-bronze coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne—the aesthetic value of which the homeowners immediately appreciated. “They understood that having one very special piece in the room would elevate the space, but in a subtle way,” Suzanne notes.

Barring a few carefully deployed flourishes, (blousy garden roses on the living room’s slipcovered sofa, the graphic grid of the dining room rug) the home, notably, features few patterns. “One of our edicts is that we don’t want anyone to come into a house we’ve designed and say, ‘Look at that fabric!’ ” Lauren explains of the design’s restraint. “Instead, we hope they’ll walk through and say, ‘Wow, this space has such a warm feeling about it.’ It’s all about looking a little undecorated.”

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“I didn’t know where these Regency faux-bamboo seats were going to live when I bought them,” designer Suzanne McGrath admits, “but I knew the house needed them.” One now sits alongside the den’s hand-carved Chesneys fireplace. The mirror is from The Antique and Artisan Gallery.

Above: Suzanne’s search for a special piece to fit into the sweeping curve of the main staircase ended with her discovery of an intricately carved 19th-century French mahogany table with a marble top. A bark-paper covering blankets the walls.

Opposite: The dining room walls are clad in a marine-blue, textured strié faux finish. Ironware’s forged-iron Augusta chandelier and a custom wool rug from Doris Leslie Blau complement an antique Scandinavian table and chairs inspired by a Gustavian design.

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A sofa slipcovered in Lee Jofa’s Garden Roses adds a dash of pattern to the serene living room. A second conversation area features a mix of Scandinavian armchairs and slipper seats in a Susan Deliss stripe flanking a bronze coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

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Right: The pantry’s painted-wood floor is a take on the color studies from Josef Albers’ 1963 Interaction of Color A Claremont wallcovering provides a quiet backdrop for blue-and-white Delft chargers from McGrath II Home. The sink skirt fabric is Nicholas Herbert.

Opposite: An iron chandelier from Vaughan dominates the breakfast area, which is furnished with a custom table from Petersen Antiques and Iatesta Studio’s Chesapeake armchairs. Cushions in Lee Jofa’s Blithfield floral fabric top the banquette.

The sunroom mixes a stick wicker sofa and chairs by Palecek with a vintage Adirondack-style twig seat from McGrath II Home. One side table is an Old Hickory-style piece and the other is an antique Welsh cricket table. The console is from Modern Antiquarian.

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Right: The designers updated the powder room by giving its existing marble sink fresh context with a patterned wallcovering by Robert Kime and an 18th-century mirror from McGrath II Home.

Opposite: The bedroom’s soft aqua hues were inspired by its Hickory Chair bed. The block-print drapes of Namay Samay fabric were made by Luther Quintana Upholstery. An Oly bench rests atop an Elizabeth Eakins rug.

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