Luxe Magazine - July/August 2023 San Francisco

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54 DESIGN DISPATCH

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

Radar

66 ARCHITECTURALLY SPEAKING

Today’s designers offer an evolving approach to traditional barn architecture.

70 HISTORY LESSON

Floorcloths are back in vogue thanks to a new crop of creatives rethinking their aesthetics.

72 SHOP TALK

Shop owners discuss their latest ventures and the importance of local communities.

76 COME TOGETHER

A design, construction and architecture incubator is providing practical tools and a space to innovate.

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TREND

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SPOTLIGHT

Furniture makers open their doors to share what’s in the works, how they stay inspired and what’s next in design.

Living

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KITCHEN + BATH

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FEATURES

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Begin Again

After a couple’s underconstruction home is destroyed by wildfire, their response is to build back even better.

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Natural Wonders

San Francisco artist Ellen Little loves to break watercolor “rules,” resulting in large-scale works that capture nature’s beauty.

Written by Deborah Bishop Photography by Lauren Segal

145 Presenting the 2023 Luxe RED Awards honoring excellence, innovation and the best residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects and products.

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Country Soul

A designer’s contemporary take on farmhouse style creates the perfect dwelling for adventure lovers.

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Global Outlook

Family and a fondness for travel inspire the composition of this striking San Francisco penthouse.

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Bots + Biedermeier

This summer, while we’re witnessing the colossus AI wave coming for us, and feeling slightly uneasy, we have observed a return to classic design. Perhaps it’s a counter to what’s in the zeitgeist. We know the bots are here, and getting smarter, thus we look to be comforted in our homes, and in design that is certain and stalwart. I imagine that I would feel better asking ChatGPT to organize my weekly meal plan while seated in, say, a Biedermeier chair. All the better to be rooted in something sure and dependable.

For this issue, we take a closer look at old-fashioned things that are resurging: brick-and-mortar shops, traditional floorcloth textiles, the push for agricultural barns as adaptive reuse conversions, and a non-profit art and design center that pays craft forward. Collectively, these stories make us recognize that the more things change, the more we crave what has come before.

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Making Their Mark: Art by Women in the Shah Garg Collection

With their recently published tome, Making Their Mark: Art by Women in the Shah Garg Collection, Silicon Valley’s Komal Shah and Gaurav Garg are sharing their extensive art collection with a broader audience. The couple established the Shah Garg Foundation to support scholarship and program engagement centered on women artists—the focus of their collecting. Through her involvement with institutions such as the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Stanford University’s Cantor Arts Center, Shah “realized the incredible disparity in the art world,” she says. “I felt that I could use my resources and passion for art to bring further attention to this problem. I wanted to help create meaningful change through our collecting e orts and by supporting exhibitions and scholarship on the vast achievements of women artists.” grmandco.com

This spring, Catharine Clark doubled the size of her eponymous gallery, yielding additional exhibition space as well as a “bonus that was “the perfect size for wanted to pursue”—a store. O erings at shop, called Exit, include melted by Katherine Vetne, William Kentridge abstract stained-glass sculpture by Hope, Kara Walker lithographs and bracelets by Ana Teresa Fernández. Exit like my own living room,” Clark says and welcoming atmosphere. Amid and textiles from Mexico, a wooden canning table, chairs with sheepskin upholstered plaid sofa and a teak bar cart adjacent venue serves as a bookstore, inventory includes rare titles. “People are to sit and thumb through the books,” emphasizes. “Have a cup of tea or of something stronger with us. Exit is but it is also a hangout space—a to commune with others casually and context that might promote interesting conversation.” cclarkgallery.com

additional exhibition space as well as a “bonus room,” as she describes it, that was “the size for something I have often wanted to store. O erings at the new jewel-box called Exit, include melted crystal vases Katherine Vetne, William woodcuts, an abstract Andy Diaz Hope, Kara Walker lithographs and wooden bracelets by Ana Teresa Fernández. Exit “looks a little like my own living room,” Clark says of the warm and Amid Persian rugs and textiles from Mexico, a wooden 19 -century table, chairs with seats, an sofa and a teak bar cart preside. An venue serves as a bookstore, whose includes rare titles. are encouraged to sit and thumb the books,” the gallerist “Have a cup of tea or a glass of stronger with us. Exit is a store, but it is also a space—a place to commune with others and in a context that promote

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CHEZ NOIR

European bistro meets California cool at Chez Noir, the first restaurant from chef Jonny Black and his wife, Monique. “Carmel sits in that elusive, sweet intersection where the local ingredients are a chef’s dream and the quality of life is high,” Monique says. Located in a Craftsman-style house, Chez Noir’s interiors were conceived by hospitality design studio Roy. “The beautiful balance of bleached white oak adds a coastal casualness to the otherwise very chic and elevated dining room and bar,” says Roy founder Hannah Collins. Think deep indigo leather banquettes, turmeric-hued velvet drapery, marble checkerboard flooring and a ceiling composed of abalone shells. cheznoircarmel.com

SHOP SHOSHIN

Not long after moving from Piedmont to Carmel, interior designer Alexis Smith found an ideal spot for her retail venture: a 2,400-square-foot space in a charming stone-clad building. The founder of Studio Shoshin debuted Shop Shoshin in March 2022, purveying goods from nearly 100 different vendors along with unique finds. There are resin-and-shell caviar dishes from a small workshop in the Philippines; portable Muranoglass lamps; Ortigia Sicilia home fragrances; vintage Italian toleware candelabras; furnishings and accessories by The Lacquer Company; and antique Wedgwood plates. “We’ve got an uncommon mix of products that makes a visit feel more like a treasure hunt than shopping,” Smith says. studioshoshin.com

VILLA MARA

Alongside private homes on a quiet street in the Carmel Point neighborhood—with convenient access to Carmel Beach and downtown—Villa Mara’s 16 rooms offer a residential-inspired experience. The grounds of the luxury boutique hotel, featuring an abundance of flora and seating areas with fire pits, instantly enchant. Meanwhile, interior spaces by Lisa Koch Design combine patterns, leather, wicker and natural wood for a contemporary and coastal aesthetic. Design industry favorite Lost Art Salon was tapped to curate the in-house art collection. Architecture enthusiasts, take note: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Mrs. Clinton Walker House and Frank Wynkoop’s Butterfly House are located on nearby Scenic Drive. villamaracarmel.com

ON VIEW

“THE TUDORS: ART AND MAJESTY IN RENAISSANCE ENGLAND”

The first major exhibition in the U.S. of portraiture and decorative arts from the Tudor period just opened at the Legion of Honor. In its only West Coast presentation, “The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England” runs through September 24 and includes paintings, tapestries, sculpture, metalwork and manuscripts. The artifacts span the founding of the dynasty in 1485 by Henry VII to the death of Queen Elizabeth I in 1603. Martin Chapman, interim curator-in-charge of European decorative arts and sculpture, notes that the Tudor monarchs “commissioned Italian, Flemish and German artists to work for the court, producing a magnificence not seen in England before or after.” Not to be missed: the Heneage Jewel, a locket worn to express loyalty to Queen Elizabeth. The outside depicts “Elizabeth I in her mature years, framed in rubies and diamonds,” Chapman says. “The inside contains a very different portrait of Elizabeth, by the artist Nicholas Hilliard, as an ageless beauty.” famsf.org

CELEBRATE CLÉ

Deborah Osburn has had a lifelong fascination with tile. In 2008, while operating her second tile business, she started her blog, Tile Envy, to field client questions. Soon, tile designers were requesting that she feature their products, and homeowners were inquiring where to buy them. Osburn ultimately combined these ideas—e-commerce and editorial—and launched Marin-based clé, which turns 10 this year. cletile.com

What was your initial vision? Clé was meant to feature tile artisans, but as an artist and designer myself, I began to add my own tiles and curations. When compared to the construction-based—and largely mass-manufactured—tile industry, this made for a very distinctive offering. We showed that tiles are an art form, not just a construction material.

What’s new with clé? Clé’s Cinema Collection is an embrace of cement tile and all its expressive possibilities. Whether it’s color, pattern, shape or dimension, this collection will change the way people look at cement tiles.

Any goals for the next 10 years? In other countries, tiles are used to clad all surfaces, inside and out—not just the kitchen and bath. I’m hoping that in the next decade, clients will take their cues from such places.

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RADAR

Luxe looks at the enduring appeal of barn architecture and floorcloth textile, shop owners making waves locally, and a creative incubator.

This Old House

LUXE REFLECTS ON THE AGELESS GRACE AND PATRIOTISM OF THE TIMBER-FRAMED BARN.

WRITTEN BY ADRIAN MADLENER

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The agricultural barn has been a cornerstone of the American homestead image for centuries, long signifying principles of self-sufficiency and craftsmanship critical to the country’s evolution. In keeping with this spirit, a new push for adaptive reuse residential conversions is ensuring that these historic structures take on new life and remain relevant reminders of our shared past.

Interestingly, they offer a very modern canvas. “Today, people want to live without defining walls, and barns are perfectly suited to that with their great volume, openness and order,” muses architect Michael Neumann, who recently redeveloped an 1800s dairy farm barn into a striking private residence. The upstate New York getaway features contemporary conveniences set within an original oak beam frame, it’s centerpiece a vaulted,

double-story dining room courtesy of a now-demolished upper hay loft.

In nearby Dutchess County, designer Heide Hendricks implemented a similar upcycling approach when transforming a disused farm building into a luxe guest house. Her firm combined original materials from three other dismantled barns for added character and implemented concealed steel framing to bolster the structural integrity. “A timber frame is a beautiful form that allows for dramatic ceiling heights,” says Hendricks, adding that “the size, shape and scale creates a special opportunity for open plan living.”

The benefits of this typology are also informing the construction of new residences, as with designer Trinity Shay Roddam’s home in Nashville. “Centuriesold mortise and tenon joinery is one of the

strongest structures one can build,” notes Roddam, who ultimately decided on a barn for its durability, site appropriateness (the property was once a farm) and straightforward layout. “Having such a simple footprint really helps when it comes to stripping away the unnecessary and forces you to focus only on what is vital and livable.”

Still, beneath any notions of minimalism and modernity, the barn, with its patina and craftsmanship, is an undeniably nostalgic icon—as symbolic of our agricultural history as an ear of corn. As Roddam puts it, “The image of a barn takes me to a place where there is hard, quality work. When you touch a hand-hewn beam, even without much construction knowledge, you can recognize the quality of the material and the resolve that went into every cut.”

Left: Original oak beams define the double-height dining area of a dwelling renovated by architecture firm Neumann & Rudy.

Below: At a Hendricks Churchill barn-to-guest-house conversion, new windows transform a simple farm building into a sunlit guest house.

Ground Cover

WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL

The humble canvas floorcloth rose to fame in 18th-century England, but its practicality was soon embraced stateside, too. George Washington used them at Mount Vernon, and White House inventory records show Thomas Jefferson’s use of a “canvas floor cloth, painted green” in his dining room. While they were a popular and inexpensive means of protecting floors, the arrival of even-cheaper linoleum in the 1860s heralded their demise. But thanks to a new crop of innovative creatives, floorcloths are returning with a fresh look.

“I love them as an alternative to a painted floor, especially in spaces where spills are inevitable like a bar, kitchen, or under a breakfast table, because they’re durable,” Lilse McKenna says. The Connecticut-based designer has commissioned variations painted with wall stencils, as well as faux-marble designs for clients with period houses as “a little nod to their home’s history.” (Early floorcloths were often handpainted to resemble parquetry or stone,

but intricately stenciled designs became equally favored.) “The bold patterns typical of floorcloths punctuate simple wood floors in a dramatic, yet timeless way—they add that ‘wow’ factor,” notes New Jersey–based designer Michael Aiduss, who recently used a checkerboard floorcloth for a client’s entryway.

At his New York City gallery, Culture Object, Damon Crain is encouraging makers to push the boundaries even farther. “We’re in a moment of reassessing floorcloth for its sustainability, but also for its creative potential,” he explains. Two of the artists he represents, Mumbaiborn, New Jersey–based Neelam Padte and Megan Enright of Studio Teppi in Los Angeles, are exploring playful motifs in vibrant palettes. He likens Padte’s “gestural abstractions” to works by artist Paul Klee, and Enright’s hard-edge designs to the Pattern and Decoration movement of the 1970s and 1980s.

Enright, who grew up with treasured floorcloths made by her grandmother,

gravitated to the craft naturally but her process (stretching and priming the canvas, working with robust latex paints, and finishing the cloth with sealant and wax) is largely self-taught. “There weren’t many guides or tutorials, so I feel like a trailblazer,” Enright says. “Floorcloths can be washed with soapy water, or refinished as needed, but they last for decades and patina beautifully, like leather,” she adds. “People want furnishings with a narrative now, and my goal is to revive interest with a new visual language so that floorcloth isn’t lost to history.”

“What we’re creating today matters for the future,” Crain remarks. “The execution of floorcloths is a creative aspect unlike most other flooring options, and they’re such an interesting way to do something expressive.” studioteppi.com, cultureobject.com

TRADITIONAL FLOORCLOTH TEXTILES ARE HAVING A RESURGENCE, AND THIS TIME AROUND THEY’RE ANYTHING BUT OLD-FASHIONED.

Megan Enright of Studio Teppi makes vivid floorcloths, a textile back in vogue due to creatives rethinking their aesthetic possibilities. Enright primes the cotton canvas floor covering before hand-painting and sealing it. From left: A Sacred Sheet, Spinner in Light and Split Check in Fizz.

Hometown Heroes

TASTEMAKERS BEHIND THREE NEW BRICK-ANDMORTAR SHOPS DISCUSS SUPPORTING LOCAL MAKERS AND THE VALUE OF AN IN-PERSON EXPERIENCE.

WRITTEN BY SHANNON SHARPE

HEIRLOOM ARTIFACTS

Nashville

After receiving requests from clients, designer Stephanie Sabbe took the plunge and opened a storefront. What can customers find at Heirloom Artifacts? I’ve had wonderful shopping experiences on travels abroad and brought back many special pieces. I wanted to create the same experience in Nashville and introduce customers to different makers. They can find everything from Turkish rugs and vintage objects to Japanese ceramics. Plus, our pillows are all handmade locally by an amazing seamstress. Talk to us about shopping in person. No matter how beautiful things are online, you still can’t touch or see them in person—I feel this is essential. Your other programming sounds interesting, too. We provide a teaching space to help customers discover the perfect pieces, and also offer workshops on varying artistic disciplines including still-life painting, chain stitching and calligraphy. It’s become a fun, creative place for people to gather. heirloomartifacts.com

HOUSEHOLD

Los Angeles

Looking to expand their marketplace while also satisfying a longtime penchant for hardware stores of yore, design duo Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe opened a space dedicated to small, utilitarian goods. How is L.A. reflected in your wares? TN: We represent many local artists that capture the essence of California craft in unique ways. Courtney Duncan and Skye Chamberlain are two ceramicists with West Coast roots but differing aesthetics. Artist Esme Saleh paints flowers on candles and lampshades, and photographer Joslyn Lawrence’s moody prints have an esoteric nature. Talk to us about the in-person experience. AK: Our shops cement an inherent desire for the senses to be activated. Feeling the entirety of Household will transport clients. How do you connect with your customers? AK: We prioritize relationships and like to have fun by hosting workshops that range from floral design to pie making. What defines Household? TN: We select what speaks to us— pieces with nuance and utility. We offer things you cannot live without, but never knew you needed. nickeykehoe.com

THE BLACK HOME Brooklyn

After finding success with a shop in Newark, New Jersey, designer Neffi Walker decided to bring her offerings to another dynamic, urban locale. Why do you believe in the power of brick-and-mortar? I want to create community in areas where there is gentrification. The Black Home is a pivotal space where old meets new. How do you determine what makes it on the shelves? Our offerings change every three weeks and I carefully curate around the seasons. I also want to champion women, so I showcase a lot of female founders. What role do you play in bringing attention to makers? It’s important to work with businesses I love because I want to be knowledgeable and honest with customers when I feature someone’s work they may be unfamiliar with. I’ve become friends with many of the artists and I want to broaden their network through my network. It’s not about me, it’s about the community as a whole. theblackhome.com

top photo: deborah jaffe, bottom photo: lesley unruh.

Relax fearlessly

Cutting Edge

THIS NON-PROFIT STUDIO IS CHAMPIONING CRAFTSMANSHIP, PASSING DOWN LEGACIES OF SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE IN THE PURSUIT OF INNOVATION.

Creativity feels far from a quiet, staid affair inside Assembly House 150, a non-profit art, design and construction incubator mushrooming from a deconsecrated 19th-century Catholic church in Buffalo. The air hums thick with sawdust and the snarl of saws as students learn craftsmanship from artisans and master tradespeople—in a space that is part active workshop, part evergrowing art installation.

The building, like the program, “is a living, breathing hybrid space,” says founder and director Dennis Maher, an artist and architecture professor at University at Buffalo. Launched in 2014, Assembly House “brings together creative production and learning as an integrated whole.”

Regardless of experience, anyone from the local community can train for construction careers and explore

specialized crafts like plasterwork and stained glass fully funded. Classes in turn become experimental playgrounds. Together, students and experts work to create Assembly House’s labyrinth of immersive art installations and off-site commissions. Upon graduation, students activate their newfound skills through a job placement program.

The experience offers “this wonderful intersection of practical application and art,” shares Frances Parson, a former student now working in custom cabinetry and historical restoration. “It was life changing for me, germinating the seed of confidence to move forward in this profession.” For volunteer instructors like stained glass artisan Kitty Mahoney of Revival Glassworks, the program too provides “an opportunity to play with

our craft, empowering craftspeople and artists to layer our ideas together for a community purpose.”

Weaving through the church’s naves, each installation embodies this fusion of disciplines, materials and techniques new and old: from intricate millwork, to the behemoth towers of Black Mass —a jigsaw sculpture altered by consecutive classes that houses a library and presentation space.

During their popular Second Saturdays tours, visitors can explore this madcap maze and a new limited line of furniture and objets d’art which also fuels the House’s legacy of craft. Every project feeds this collaborative continuum, and “that for me, is the ethos of Assembly House,” Maher adds. “A wonderful material and social unity.” assemblyhouse150.org

WRITTEN BY MONIQUE MCINTOSH

Black Mass, shown within Assembly House 150, was designed by John Zissovici with Ethan Davis and includes two tower-like structures which have been augmented over time by program participants.

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CLUB 1683: TRADE PROGRAM FOR THE DESIGN COMMUNITY

Gaggenau, maker of luxury, professional-grade home appliances and the “Preferred Home Kitchen Appliance Brand” of the MICHELIN® Guide, values its trade partners. Club 1683 is a trade program intended to further elevate and serve qualifying residential architects, designers, single-family builders and kitchen studios. As Club 1683 members, they receive access to personal guidance, professional support, rewards and invitations to unique design, culture and culinary experiences.

Learn more about Club 1683 and how to qualify via the QR code.

With specialized concierges, continuing education courses, invitations to special tours and events, hands-on trainings, culinary experiences and more, Club 1683 provides resources and opportunities for its collective of members.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: A private dinner at chef José Andrés’ Washington, D.C. culinary experience, The Bazaar. | A private tour of the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum in LA. | Members touring Strasbourg, France. | Designed by Pilar Guzmán and Chris Mitchell, creators of Patina Modern and Club 1683 members. OPPOSITE: Chet Callahan’s revamped historic home, Club 1683 member and founder of Chet Architecture.

NOTABLES

DORIS LESLIE BLAU

This 15'0" × 20'5" modern Swedish design rya rug is modeled on one of the iconic Scandinavian rya patterns from centuries ago. The contemporary geometric composition features multiple scale-like elements that are enhanced by well-matched colors of blue, green, beige and purple. Priced at $40,000. dorisleslieblau.com

AMERICA ITALIANA

Italian-made, thermally-broken, minimal bronze windows and doors are the perfect upgrade for any custom home project. In addition to bronze, America Italiana o ers their custom products in an array of materials including thermally-broken aluminum, steel, corten and wood. americaitaliana.com

CHRIS HOWARD ANTIQUES & MODERN

Designed by Jorge Zalszupin in Brazil circa 1955, the Carrinho de Chá bar cart is an iconic piece of Brazilian modern design. Handcrafted from jacaranda rosewood with solid brass wheels and a carved removable tray, it seamlessly blends high style and function. antiquesandmodern.com

ALL WEATHER ARCHITECTURAL ALUMINUM

Enhance indoor-outdoor living spaces with All Weather’s exceptional, energy-e cient custom aluminum doors and windows. Builder: Smith Development & Construction Company. Photography: Miles Minno. allweatheraa.com

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DISCOVERIES

ROCHE BOBOIS

The Polygonia sideboard, designed by Giacomo Garziano, highlights four fascinating volumes that intersect, creating a shape that opens like two butterfly wings on the top and has two hinged doors on the bottom. roche-bobois.com

SCAVOLINI

Formalia Outdoor is the first Scavolini kitchen designed for outdoors. It stands out for its modern design, functionality and high-quality materials, in terms of both performance and aesthetic appeal. scavolini.com/us

BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS

European-influenced, the Bevolo Italianate is characterized by a stunning iron scroll bracket and an elongated lantern. The design will add charm to any space. Available in gas or electric. bevolo.com

J. TRIBBLE

J Tribble’s long history of selling beautiful, custom pieces now extends to repurposing antiques for modern bathrooms. More than 100 antiques ready for conversion are available online. jtribble.com

NASIRI CARPETS

Nasiri’s Mazandaran flatweaves highlight the minimalist sophistication that existed long before the modern era. The kilim shown was crafted by the company’s skilled artisans using hand-spun wool and natural dyes. Reference number: 009178. nasiricarpets.com

MARKET

Explore layered mood boards, Americana fashion brands to watch and talented furniture makers from coast to coast.

Grand Scheme

TOP DESIGNERS PRESENT THEIR NEW COLLECTIONS IN LAYERED, ONE-OF-A-KIND MOOD BOARDS FOR SUMMER.

PRODUCED

WRITTEN AND

BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON

GARDEN DELIGHT WILLIAMS LAWRENCE, WILLIAMSLAWRENCE.COM

Clockwise from top: Mead Embroidery Fabric in Saffron/Petal by Bunny Williams for Lee Jofa / kravet.com Giallo Siena Marble / abcworldwidestone.com Woodland Wallpaper in Stone by Bunny Williams for Lee Jofa / kravet.com Waldon Stripe Fabric in Brown by Bunny Williams for Lee Jofa / kravet.com Beaucaire Fabric in Orage / pierrefrey.com

Beau Monde Mosaic Tile in Chartreuse / annsacks.com Aguayo Tiles / sabinehill.com Palmer Print Fabric in Antique by Bunny Williams for Lee Jofa / kravet.com

WELL VERSED BENJAMIN JOHNSTON, BENJAMIN-JOHNSTON.COM

Clockwise from top: Andare Fabric in Salerno by Benjamin Johnston for S. Harris / fabricut.com Pudgy Pom Trim in Envy / fabricut.com Arabesque Tile in Royal Blue / annsacks.com

Madame’s Moire Wallpaper in Citrine by Vervain / fabricut.com Vendome Fabric in Peacock / savelinc.com Ode A Scout Field Tile in Vert by Kelly Wearstler / annsacks.com Olivetti Fabric in Capri by Benjamin Johnston for S. Harris / fabricut.com Chamonix Fabric in Gold / hollandandsherry.com WR-E612 Wall Relief Tile by Pratt + Larson / explorematerial.com Franja Trim in Saffron by S. Harris / fabricut.com Franco Trim in Acqua by Benjamin Johnston for S. Harris / fabricut.com Rosemont Mosaic Tile in Alpi and Belcaro Pleated Field Tile in Nubo Verde / annsacks.com Gaetano Fabric in Limoncello by Benjamin Johnston for S. Harris / fabricut.com Fluffy Fabric in Peapod / larkfontaine.com Mouvements Wallcovering in Esprit Libre / elitis.fr

EASTERN INFLUENCE

NATASHA BARADARAN, NATASHABARADARAN.COM

Clockwise from top: Pardis Fabric in Rosewater/Burnished / natashabaradaran.com Soraya Sheer Fabric in Hazel / natashabaradaran.com Costa Trim in Natural & Indigo / hollyhunt.com Kotakot Fabric in Ivory / dedar.com Calyx Jacquard Braid in Terra by Michael Aiduss / houles.com Fe Karoo Fabric in Cent Dix / toyine.com Fountain Fabric in Ivory / natashabaradaran.com Reflection Fabric in Dusty Rose / natashabaradaran.com

photo: christina gandolfo.

FEEL Collection

Textured Shower Bases

Created from an innovative, high-density composite material that evokes the appearance of natural stone, these streamlined bases are suitable for all bathroom types as they can be cut at the factory or even by the installer directly on site.

WHY NOT FEEL IT?

• Realistic texture

• Anti-slip

• Stone-like strength

• Easy maintenance

• Slate or Concrete texture

• White, Grey or Black

• Matching drain cover

NANTUCKET NUANCES

GARY MCBOURNIE, GMCBINC.COM

Clockwise from top: Seaside Strie Wallpaper in Ocean / gmcbinc.com Arcadia Fabric in Delft / raoultextiles.com

Westmoor Check Fabric in Marine / gmcbinc.com Stuoia Stripe Rug in Color 01 / us.loropiana.com Whaling Flags Wallpaper in Grasscloth / gmcbinc.com Bali Jute Tassel Fringe in Burlap / samuelandsons.com White Seaweed Fabric in Blue / gmcbinc.com Quidnet Stripe Fabric in Sea Blue with Weathered Red / gmcbinc.com Damask Fabric in Red by Blithfield for Lee Jofa / kravet.com

Innovative design and the transformative nature of light have the power to enrich lives. Such is the belief that has guided the forward-thinking minds at Lutron for more than 60 years. The ethos is visible in Lutron’s signature keypads, which control lighting integrated into the whole home with labels like Energize, Relax, Retreat and Entertain. Providing a quick, intuitive way to shift the feel, tone and energy of a space, this feature brings the experiential element of lighting to the forefront. But the concept of working with the natural world lies at the helm, too. As the Lutron team says, “To make the best light control systems in the world, you need to control the best light source: the sun.” This thought has driven the brand toward green solutions, in which dimmers, occupancy sensors and automated shades work together to build sustainable, whole-home light management systems. The sun gets its due—and homeowners are naturally saving energy by living in tune with it.

THE CAPRI LEGACY

Back in 1961, Lutron’s first product began to define the light control industry. The Capri rotary dimmer featured an ergonomic, minimalist design that was intuitive to use and had the power to transform the ambience and comfort of a space. Today, it resides in the Smithsonian and serves to showcase the longevity of Lutron’s commitment to beautiful, thoughtful lighting design that transforms how home is experienced.

AN INTELLIGENT FUTURE

What will lighting look like in 50 years? Lutron believes it will be more beautiful, more personal and more intuitive. Capable of learning from occupants’ preferences and habits, smart systems will be able to adjust light levels and color temperatures seamlessly, eliminating the need for homeowners to even contemplate the task, unless they want to the future is about customization.

Top Bring the day’s changing intensity and colors into the interior with Natural Show, which synchronizes Lutron’s lighting with sunlight’s daily rhythms. Far left Ease into the evening hours with a soothing transition into calmer hues. Left Finish the night sharing a bottle of wine in intimate, incandescent warmth.

Photography Courtesy of Lutron

“Timelessness, simplicity, quality, authenticity— these words get bandied about, but to us, they’re a foundation at the root of our culture.”

LIGHT CREATES SANCTUARY

Shades and Lighting

Part of a home ecosystem. Designed by Lutron.

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Sartorial Spirit

Put your best foot forward with these American brands in uencing the way we dress up.

Bold Type

Fashionistas take note: To make a memorable statement, put on a number by Autumn Adeigbo. Whether it be a fringed coat, floral mini dress, or blouse bedecked in a print inspired by the designer’s Nigerian family roots, pattern, color and bold silhouettes define the Parsons grad’s collections. The Black designer prioritizes sustainable practices, like made-to-order, and supporting female-owned production facilities throughout the U.S. autumnadeigbo.com

upon rubelli.com 9" Tapered Pendent in Copper / $550 / arhaus.com Pintora Dinner Plate in Terracotta and Maroon / autumnadeigbo.com Studio Ottoman / Price upon request / buchanan.studio. Ellingham Chest of Drawers / Price upon request / vaughandesigns.com Checkered Hart Rug in Terracotta / From $199 / revivalrugs.com Coronado Suede & Feather Down Pillow in Sand / $189 / chauran.com

Doline Vase in Speckled / Terracotta / $240 / virginiasin.com

Clockwise from top right: Alexander Fabric in Sabbia / Price upon request / $62 each / sharland-england.com. Leather Ankle Strap Clog in Sienna / $770 /

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WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY SARAH SHELTON

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THE MODERN GODDESS

FEATURING THE ODIN® KITCHEN COLLECTION

Love All

Stripe lovers will rejoice in Kule’s cool offering of go-to, everyday pieces, ranging from simple t-shirts (a natural starting point for New York founder, Nikki Kule) to tote bags, sweaters and outerwear, to name a few. Equal parts preppy designs are classic staples twist that can be dressed up or collaborations with Bergdorf West Elm under their belt, the what comes next. kule.com

and sporty, Kule’s are classic with a playful twist that can be dressed up or down. With buzzy collaborations with Goodman and West Elm under their belt, the sky’s the limit for what comes next.

Clockwise Northeast Block each tangerinepaddle.com Scallop Lemon Rug / From $2,800 / jennifermanners.co.uk

Cylindrical Wicker Container with by Maurizi $440 artemest.com Striped Tote Canvas/Green / $198 / kule.com Hamptons Table Tennis / Price upon request / 11ravens.com Pillow Chair in Yellow / $1,995 / ash.world Tennis Time Peel & Stick Wallpaper / From $48 / katiekime.com Double Decker Umbrella in Cabana Orange Stripe / Price upon request / santabarbaradesigns.com Treccia Flat Sheet in White/Medium Blue / From $1,470 / pratesi.com Candy Glass Champagne Coupes in Sunshine / $230 for four / thisisthelast.com

Clockwise from top right: Northeast Harbor and Block Island Paddle / $85 each / with Wooden Lid by Mila Maurizi / $440 / . The All Over Tote in Canvas/Green / $198 /

Boding Well

Bode founder Adams Bode who first

Wellscene in as a menswear

ever women’s collection. With an M.O. for antique

Bode founder Emily Adams Bode Aujla, entered the fashion scene in 2016 as a menswear designer, delighted legions of fans at this year’s Paris Fashion Week with the debut of her firstever women’s collection. With an M.O. for antique textiles, appliqué, quilting and overall storytelling through garments, Bode captures a singular, nostalgic aesthetic that in-the-know dressers crave. For home dwellers, the brand also offers a special selection of textiles and furnishings that are equally as covetable. bode.com

are as covetable.

Daisy cecebarfi Bouquet lisacorti.com Beaded Crochet Bag in Blue / $450 / bode.com Basket Lounge Chair in Zero Kvadrat Fabric by Joe Colombo / $4,999 / gubi.com Plec Occasional Rectangle Table in Red by Antoni Pallejà / Price upon request / rsbarcelona.com Espresso Cup in Cypress and Dinner Plate in Marigold by Carolina Irving & Daughters / $25 and $115 / aerin.com Vintage Bell Light in Amber / $702 / rothschildbickers.com Kata Dimensional Field Tile in Rosa by Ali Budd / $145 per square foot / artistictile.com

Clockwise from top right: Coaster Napkins / $200 for six / cecebarfieldinc.com. Cotton Tablecloth in Lisa Bouquet Cream / $194 / . Basket Lounge Chair in Zero Kvadrat Fabric by Joe Colombo / $4,999 /

A LUXURY KITCHEN REVOLUTION

When Monogram and the Keeler Brass Company joined forces, the two iconic brands delivered an unprecedented level of artistry, detail and innovation to Monogram’s Designer Collection that is disrupting the luxury appliance space and elevating today’s kitchens to new heights. Designed in partnership with Richard T. Anuszkiewicz, this world-class collaboration created the industry’s first-ever custom 96-inch-high refrigeration panels—Monogram’s unparalleled panel that stretches floor to ceiling—as well as custom hoods, knobs, handles and hardware, resulting in highlypersonalized and sophisticated appliances that are taking the design community and style-savvy consumers by storm.

THE POWER OF TWO

Monogram’s Richard T. Anuszkiewicz and Keeler’s Knikki Kennedy Grantham on inspiration, design and collaboration.

Describe the philosophy that inspires the Monogram Designer Collection?

“The heart of the Designer Collection is to bring thought-provoking products that meet the wants, needs and visions of today’s homeowners to market,” Anuszkiewicz shares. “That ideal has been the impetus for unique design innovations like refrigerators that reach 96 inches in height. With taller ceilings becoming the norm in many homes, these models provide a better, more proportional fit than an 84-inch refrigerator. Similarly, our consumers are seeking something more impactful in their finishes and materials, so we’ve created a true luxury experience by incorporating world-class workmanship and innovation into this collection.”

Share your latest inspirations.

“Hyperphysical experiences,” says Kennedy Grantham. “With hardware being the thing we touch most on all case goods, the tactile element is so important. With that in mind, we spend a lot of time executing the proper feel to even the underside of hardware. This may seem like an afterthought, but it is a very important measure in design.”

What’s motivating you right now?

“Creating new products has always been a dream and goal of mine, and

with the launch of the Designer Collection, I’m very much of the ‘what’s next’ mindset,” Anuszkiewicz enthuses. “I’m currently putting a lot of energy into that, which is very inspiring and fulfilling to me.”

What constitutes good design?

“The fundamental principles of balance, proportion and scale can be applied to any facet of design, from the pen you’re writing with to the shape of a building,” Kennedy Grantham explains. “Those principles make an impression on everyone because they evoke emotions and instill powerful design into everyday life. The merging of Richard’s design philosophy with the legacy, innovation and craftsmanship of Monogram and Keeler Brass Company has brought about a product line that is like no other.”

How do you stay abreast of trends while remaining true to Monogram’s personality? “I task myself with discovering what’s relevant and has longevity,” Anuszkiewicz adds. “Being a student of design has instilled a habit in me of paying attention to tactile items while living, traveling, observing or inventing so that I can try to bring things forward that are either underrepresented or unavailable in the marketplace. Focusing on spaces and products through an architectural, material and furniture-focused lens is a unique approach that marries my vision with Monogram’s mission. These three things make my work and Monogram’s products stand out in a crowd.”

Richard T. Anuszkiewicz, Creative Director Monogram monogram.com monogramappliances

Knikki Kennedy Grantham, Creative Director Keeler Brass Company keelerbrasscompany.com keelerbrasscompany

“This groundbreaking partnership between Monogram and Keeler Brass Company has resulted in exquisite, one-of-a-kind hardware and accents.”

License to Experiment

MEET THE FRESH WAVE OF FURNITURE MAKERS WHO ARE PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF FORM, FUNCTION AND MATERIALITY.

CONVERSATION STARTER

Soft to the touch, Luam Melake’s saturated urethane and polyurethane foam furniture is inspired by positions that encourage social engagement. Perched here on the Listening Chair, Melake, who studied architecture at UC Berkeley, views a piece’s functionality as a way of expressing wishes for the future, namely one where digital distractions are few and personal interactions are cherished. Based in Harlem, New York, the senior materials researcher at Parsons came upon her unique material through trial and error. “I set out to create a sort of permanent upholstery for soft sculpture that could last for decades, while also being non-toxic nor requiring restoration.” luammelake.com, r-and-company.com

WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON

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LOOKING AHEAD

Plaster is Hannah Bigeleisen’s medium of choice. “I think about it as an alternative to ceramics—it’s additive and subtractive, endlessly modifiable and virtually indestructible,” says Bigeleisen, who was introduced to the material as an undergraduate at the Cleveland Institute of Art (she later earned an MFA from Rhode Island School of Design). Outdoor-friendly pieces like the vibrant Bluetta Chair and Lily, Clover and Margueritte Tables—the latter of which are inspired by petal and leaf formations found in nature—come to life in her Brooklyn studio. Bigeleisen adds cotton pulp to her plaster mixture for added texture and reinforcement, while artist-made paint colors are mixed and applied to thoughtfully complement each design. Playful and fresh, she credits fellow designers’ break from tradition as a boost of confidence in pushing her practice forward. hbigeleisen.com

CHISELED CRAFT

“It’s an adventure and always an experiment,” says Raleigh native Matt Byrd of the challenges and joys of working with stone. The selfdescribed stone carver, who has a background in stonemasonry, recently moved from smaller sculpture to furniture, and is in the midst of an artist residency in Switzerland focusing on large-scale marble sculpture. The CIA Table and Peter Chair, pictured in his workshop, are carved from a solid chunk of granite and exemplify his largely freehand approach. “I don’t have a detailed sketch before I start,” Byrd admits. “I have a rough outline of what I want it to look like, and then I go for it. Sometimes it’s not perfect, but that’s what I love about the process.” mattbyrdsculpture.com

ARTFUL MANNER

Whether Emmett Moore is experimenting with materials or exploring the dialogue between art and design (of which he believes objects exist on a spectra, and the most interesting things are difficult to label), curiosity, resourcefulness and fluidity are central themes at play in his Miami studio. Case in point: the Bay Rag chair made from layers of secondhand t-shirts, epoxy and automotive paint—inspiration for the process was culled from the maritime industry—utilizes readily available, unexpected materials thanks to the port city’s apparel import industry. “The t-shirt became the perfect standard unit of measurement, like a two-by-four or a sheet of plywood, and a nice anthropometric unit to base the work,” Moore says. “The sizes of t-shirts relates directly to the human body as do dimensions in furniture.” emmettmoore.com

photo: kris tamburello.

This Isn’t Wood.

Fortina is a remarkable architectural system that looks and feels like real wood, but is made with aluminum and a hyper-realistic non-PVC surface.

is a remarkable architectural system that looks and feels like real but is made with aluminum and a non-PVC surface.

Available in a multitude of wood species and metal finishes for interior and exterior applications.

Available in a multitude of wood and metal finishes for interior and exterior

Small Photos, left to right: Louvers in Earl Walnut M, Abel Oak N, Rican Oak, some profiles in Vent Walnut, Earl Walnut and Rokko Cedar.

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REGALLY REPURPOSED

After years working in fashion, Sam Klemick turned to woodworking as a creative outlet. The hobby ultimately transformed into a fullfledged business in response to fashion’s wasteful overproduction. Today, Klemick strives to source discarded materials, which, in turn, influences the direction of her work. But in the end, the Los Angeles designer wants people to respond to what resonates with them. “I hope furniture design continues to diversify and show individual points of view,” Klemick says. “It doesn’t have to be quirky and colorful or muted and round to be relevant.” Klemick, pictured at LA Woodshop where she handcrafts wooden components, is seated on the Ebony Cutie Stool made of salvaged Douglas fir. She is flanked by a soap and lye version and the Pinwheel Nap Chair—all of which are topped with deadstock canvas. studiosamklemick.com, lawoodshop.com

photo: christina gandolfo.

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STORIED APPROACH

Chicagoan Norman Teague believes that furniture contributes to a narrative of who we are, and the makers behind such pieces play a crucial part in our shared story. Citing recent events like the pandemic, the creative regards comfort as a driving force behind his designs. “We are asking more from our homes,” Teague says. “The answer lies in the things we live with—the multifunctionality and beauty of objects.” Photographed in his studio, the Art Institute of Chicago alum stands beside his blue Sinmi Stool and red Africana Chair. Made of basswood, the stool is inspired by the bentwood tradition of 1930s furniture maker Isokon, while the chair represents the resilience of the African American experience. For Teague, making furniture isn’t just a creative process, but a way to communicate a Black presence and provide a platform for local talent. normanteaguedesignstudios.com

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LIVING

Designers flex their creative prowess in the kitchen and share what makes the heart of the home hum.

Cooking with Fire

DESIGNERS GO ALL OUT TO ACHIEVE PERSONALITY-PACKED KITCHENS FOR THEIR CLIENTS.

WRITTEN BY ALYSSA BIRD

PRODUCED BY SARAH SHELTON

ZOE FELDMAN

For a D.C.-based client with a beautiful 1910 Beau Arts brownstone, designer Zoe Feldman needed to transform a dark garden level kitchen into a bright and livable space. With light now pouring through the room, Feldman could then focus on creating an area to be savored.

There are so many interesting details. Where did you start? We wanted to modernize the kitchen while retaining this historic home’s classic feel. Our goal was to infuse the space with some unexpected moments without making it feel too saturated. We landed on a subtle palette of grays and walnut surfaces with a moment for the jewel-toned range.

What was important to the clients for this space? We try to create solutions tailored to each client’s lifestyle. The homeowners don’t cook very often, but they wanted a beautiful space to dine. We took advantage of an existing curved wall and transformed it into an intimate dining area. We added pop-up outlets so it can dually function as a workspace.

Overall, what makes a good kitchen? A good k itchen is a workhorse. I subscribe to the belief that you can have a beautiful kitchen without being precious about maintenance. Knicks and stains are part of the charm of a great kitchen—I cut things directly on my marble countertops. Europeans have always done this; we just need to catch up! zoefeldmandesign.com

The space features Calacatta marble countertops from GLB Tile & Marble Co., a Waterworks sink and faucet, an Ilve range and clé backsplash tile. A Jamb pendant hangs above the banquette while the island is illuminated by an Urban Electric Co. fixture. Designer Zoe Feldman collaborated on the gut renovation with architecture firm Outerbridge Horsey Associates and builder McFarland Woods.

interior photo: stacy goldberg. portrait: max burkhalter.

SARAH ROBERTSON

Seasoned pro Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn was more than up for the challenge of reimagining a Greenwich, Connecticut, kitchen to suit the needs of a young family. As avid cooks who love to entertain, the kitchen needed zones to prep, cook and serve efficiently, along with an area for casual dining and plenty of storage to boot.

Talk to us about the palette. The clients showed me inspiration images of blue kitchens, so that was our starting point. We found the perfect shade—Benjamin Moore’s Van Courtland Blue—that acts as a neutral and goes with everything. It’s lighthearted, fun and colorful without being too much. To break it up, we added a cherry cabinet that coordinates with the flo oring.

How do the two islands function? It’s a long room, so the space called for two islands. One long island would have cut off the circulation of the room. We actually widened the kitchen by two feet to accommodate them. One is for prep and storage and another for seating.

Are coffee stations popular? Yes, people are requesting dedicated breakfast pantries that can double as a cocktail bar. Here, we installed closed storage that includes drawers for tea, snacks, silverware and vegetables. studiodearborn.com

Designer Sarah Robertson topped the islands with quartzite, lined the backsplash with Pratt + Larson tile, and incorporated Visual Comfort & Co. lighting. A coffee bar is concealed behind retractable doors. Robertson worked on the project with Granoff Architects and DG Construction Service.

“A good kitchen embraces your day-to-day life like a friend . It feels helpful, kind, loving and joyful. It enables you to go about your daily life feeling both supported and inspired.”

–SARAH ROBERTSON

REGAN BAKER

It’s not always easy to create a stylishly ambiguous space, but Regan Baker did just that for a client’s circa-1949 Bay Area residence. The directive called for a traditional feel—but still artful, inviting and not overly precious. Therefore, the designer served up a kitchen that is chic yet durable for the young family, hitting every style note with aplomb.

Tell us about the inspiration. The client is from Canada and wanted a modern-meets-rustic farmhouse. She loves drama, so we paired warm

oak with dark blue cabinetry and a Calacatta Oro marble backsplash that’s refined and elevated. The reclaimed oak shelf provides display space for found items and lends a personal touch to the room.

How are you pushing yourself when it comes to kitchen design?

I’m thinking through the busy pace of a client’s life, including how their children will use the kitchen, so they can learn how to be more independent in the space. A kind of Montessori-inspired approach. Here, it was important to include multiple water sources for everyone to stay hydrated and fill up their own water bottles. The kids even have their own area to prepare food.

How did you decide on materials for the island? The island is used for informal meals, so we chose to treat it as a piece of furniture and make it feel different stylistically. The oak is topped with soapstone, which ties in with the dark window f rames. reganbakerdesign.com

For this San Francisco kitchen, designer Regan Baker worked with architecture firm Home and Commercial Plans and contractor Coast To Coast. The cabinetry is painted Benjamin Moore’s Blue Note and paired with Ashley Norton hardware and Moen faucets. CB2 barstools sit under a fixture by Workstead.

Designed

2023 RESIDENTIAL EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS

Introducing the 2023 Luxe RED Awards, honoring excellence and innovation for the best in residential projects and product introductions.

Meet the Judges

Luxe Interiors + Design invited design professionals from across the country to compete in the 2023 Luxe RED Awards. After receiving more than 1,600 entries, a panel of industry experts weighed in to select our winners, and the public voted for our Readers’ Choice awards. Meet the judges:

Courtney McLeod

FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL, RIGHT MEETS LEFT INTERIOR DESIGN

Courtney McLeod believes in the power of design to spark joy and utilizes a kaleidoscopic toolbox of texture, pattern and color to create a singular and cohesive expression of each client’s unique personality and lifestyle. The name of her award-winning, New York–based full-service design firm, Right Meets Left, reflects her design process, which is rooted in an optimal balance of innovative design (right brain) and analytical rigor (left brain). She serves as a trustee of the New York School of Interior Design.

Benjamin Johnston

PARTNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, BENJAMIN JOHNSTON DESIGN

Houston-based Benjamin Johnston has dedicated his life to the pursuit of artistic expression as a designer, artist, teacher and tastemaker. Johnston earned his Bachelor of Architecture from Texas A&M University and his Master of Architecture from University of Texas at Austin. Since launching his first design business focused exclusively on interiors, he has expanded the firm to include architectural services, offering clients a holistic approach that allows his team to manage the creation of luxury homes from start to finish.

Noz Nozawa

PRINCIPAL INTERIOR DESIGNER AND OWNER, NOZ DESIGN

Principal interior designer and owner of San Francisco’s Noz Design, Noz Nozawa is known for her commitment to artful, highly personal interiors. Fearless in her design choices, Nozawa’s spaces are grounded in a commitment to helping her clients access joy and love through the process and have earned her projects across the country as well as many industry accolades. Nozawa holds a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

Marie Flanigan

PRINCIPAL,

MARIE FLANIGAN INTERIORS

Award-winning interior designer Marie Flanigan uses her experience as a classically trained and practiced architect to unlock a unique level of depth through her mutual consideration of interior and structure; her homes reveal the magic that transpires when each is made to augment the other. Flanigan’s trademark style is evident through a sophisticated use of color, texture and light. Every home she designs receives her personal signature of timeless elegance and innovative simplicity.

Sean Anderson

PRINCIPAL, SEAN ANDERSON DESIGN

Sean Anderson presents a sense of style that offers enduring interiors for inspired living. His design philosophy is rooted in the pursuit of creating customized, soulful spaces that tell the unique story of those who inhabit them. Anderson began his design career in 2013 with the formation of his namesake firm in Memphis. Since its inception, he and his team have transformed homes and commercial spaces with his enigmatic style and casual, collected aesthetic. Sean Anderson Design offers a full suite of bespoke interior design services to residential and commercial clientele throughout North America.

Pamela Jaccarino

VICE PRESIDENT AND EDITOR IN CHIEF, LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN

Pamela Jaccarino is the founding Editor in Chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, the largest network of architecture and design magazines in the country, a position she has held since 2005. Jaccarino has been instrumental in the growth of the publication, both locally and nationally, and continues to champion its fresh vision and evolution. She also lectures frequently on design-related topics. Prior to joining Sandow Media in 2002, Jaccarino was an executive editor with the LVMH Group.

Bathroom

Exterior Architecture

Interior Architecture

NATIONAL WINNER

Ryan Street Architects

REGIONAL WINNERS

David Michael Miller Associates

ARIZONA

Ryan Street Architects

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Michael Abrams Interiors

CHICAGO

Factor Design Build

COLORADO

Urbanology Designs

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Kelly Marie Interior Design

FLORIDA

Workshop/APD

GREATER NEW YORK

Lucas/Eilers Design Associates

HOUSTON

KAA Design

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Shannon Adamson Interior Design

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Tucker & Marks

SAN FRANCISCO

Anna Booth Interiors

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Heliotrope Architects

REGIONAL WINNERS

PHX Architecture

ARIZONA

LaRue Architects

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Robbins Architecture

CHICAGO

Forum Phi

COLORADO

Wernerfield

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Smith and Moore Architects

FLORIDA

Haver & Skolnick Architects

GREATER NEW YORK

Cusimano Architect

HOUSTON

Woods + Dangaran

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Heliotrope Architects

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Geddes Ulinskas Architects

SAN FRANCISCO

Christopher Architecture & Interiors

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Michael G. Imber, Architects

REGIONAL WINNERS

David Michael Miller Associates

ARIZONA

Michael G. Imber, Architects

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Craig & Company

CHICAGO

Tumu Studio

COLORADO

William S. Briggs, Architect

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Thomas Melhorn

FLORIDA

Messana O’Rorke

GREATER NEW YORK

Cusimano Architect

HOUSTON

Woods + Dangaran

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Studio H Design

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Regan Baker Design

SAN FRANCISCO

Historical Concepts

SOUTHEAST

Interior Design Jewel Box Spaces Kitchen

NATIONAL WINNER

Chad Dorsey Design

REGIONAL WINNERS

IMI Design

ARIZONA

Bradshaw Designs

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Suzanne Lovell Inc.

CHICAGO

Karen White Interior Design

COLORADO

Chad Dorsey Design

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Strang Design

FLORIDA

Grade New York

GREATER NEW YORK

Dodson Interiors

HOUSTON

Meghan Eisenberg

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Kat Lawton Interiors

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

NicoleHollis

SAN FRANCISCO

Melanie Turner Interiors

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Andrew Suvalsky Designs

REGIONAL WINNERS

Earth & Images

ARIZONA

Anne Barger Designs

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Amy Carman Design CHICAGO

Karen White Interior Design

COLORADO

Deborah Walker & Associates

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

The Associates Studio

FLORIDA

Andrew Suvalsky Designs

GREATER NEW YORK

Tracy Design Studio, LLC

HOUSTON

Birgit Klein Interiors

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Charlie Hellstern Interior Design

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Kendall Wilkinson Design

SAN FRANCISCO

T.S. Adams Studio, Architects

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

GordonDunning

REGIONAL WINNERS

IMI Design

ARIZONA

Ryan Street Architects

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Donna Mondi Interior Design

CHICAGO

Charles Cunniffe Architects

COLORADO

Tori Rubinson Interiors

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors

FLORIDA

BHDM Design

GREATER NEW YORK

Kara Childress Inc.

HOUSTON

Chad Waterhouse Design

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Light and Dwell

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Amanda Teal Design

SAN FRANCISCO

GordonDunning

SOUTHEAST

Landscape Architecture Outdoor Spaces

Restoration or Renovation

NATIONAL WINNER

Hoerr Schaudt

REGIONAL WINNERS

Refined Gardens

ARIZONA

Eden

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Hoerr Schaudt

CHICAGO

Design Workshop

COLORADO

Melissa Gerstle Design

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

KWD Landscape Architecture

FLORIDA

LaGuardia Design Group

GREATER NEW YORK

Viola Gardens

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Land Morphology

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Boxleaf Design

SAN FRANCISCO

NATIONAL WINNER

Hollander Design Landscape Architects

REGIONAL WINNERS

Drewett Works

ARIZONA

Double B Design

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Robbins Architecture

CHICAGO

Design Workshop

COLORADO

From the Ground Up

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors

FLORIDA

Hollander Design Landscape Architects

GREATER NEW YORK

Laura U Design Collective

HOUSTON

Abramson Architects

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Arterra Landscape Architects

SAN FRANCISCO

Linda MacArthur Architect, LLC

SOUTHEAST

NATIONAL WINNER

Sutro Architects

REGIONAL WINNERS

Iconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe

ARIZONA

Jobe Corral Architects

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Deep River Partners, Ltd.

CHICAGO

Aspen Design House

COLORADO

Urbanology Designs

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

LaBerge and Ménard

FLORIDA

Eric J. Smith Architect

GREATER NEW YORK

Kara Childress Inc.

HOUSTON

Jill Lewis Architecture

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

The Residency Bureau

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Sutro Architects

SAN FRANCISCO

T.S. Adams Studio, Architects

SOUTHEAST

Wow-Factor Room

Readers’ Choice

Best of the Rest

NATIONAL WINNER

Mark English Architects

REGIONAL WINNERS

Salcito Design Group

ARIZONA

Liz MacPhail Interiors

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

Bruce Fox Design

CHICAGO

D’Amore Interiors

COLORADO

Tori Rubinson Interiors

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

Eolo Design

FLORIDA

Studio DB

GREATER NEW YORK

LJ Interiors

HOUSTON

Murphy Deesign

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

The Residency Bureau

PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Mark English Architects

SAN FRANCISCO

Colordrunk Designs

SOUTHEAST

The Aspiring Home Interiors

DALLAS + FORT WORTH

BATHROOM

Specht Architects

AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO

EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.

LAS VEGAS, NV

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Unscripted Interior Design COLORADO

INTERIOR DESIGN

Alison Damonte Design

SAN FRANCISCO

JEWEL BOX SPACES (shown above)

Maverick Design

LOS ANGELES-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

KITCHEN

Mariani Landscape

CHICAGO

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors

GREATER NEW YORK

OUTDOOR SPACES

Cdot Design Studio

ARIZONA

RESTORATION OR RENOVATION

Arditi Design

GREATER NEW YORK

WOW-FACTOR ROOM

Nicole Hogarty Designs

BOSTON, MA

BATHROOM

Purple Cherry Architects

ANNAPOLIS, MD

EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

PKA Architecture

MINNEAPOLIS, MN

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

Isabel Ladd Interiors

LEXINGTON, KY

INTERIOR DESIGN

Cloth & Kind

ANN ARBOR, MI

JEWEL BOX SPACES

Ivy Residential Concepts

BATON ROUGE, LA

KITCHEN

Dan Gordon Landscape Architects

WELLESLEY, MA

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Daniel Joseph Chenin, Ltd.

LAS VEGAS, NV

OUTDOOR SPACES

Patrick Ahearn Architect

BOSTON, MA

RESTORATION OR RENOVATION (shown above)

LeBlanc Design

BOSTON, MA

WOW-FACTOR ROOM

PRODUCT WINNERS

Bath: Collection

BUSTER + PUNCH

Cast Bathroom Collection

Bath: Faucet

KOHLER CO. Occasion Faucet Collection

Bath: Mirror

DURAVIT

Mirror With Lighting from Zencha Bathroom Collection

Bath: System

BRIZO® KITCHEN & BATH COMPANY

The Mystix™ Steam System

Flooring

LEGNO BASTONE

St. Moritz G1 from European Elegance Collection

Folding Door

LACANTINA DOORS

V2 Folding Door

Kitchen: Range

HESTAN Smart Gas Range

Kitchen: Refrigeration Innovation

BEKO HOME APPLIANCES

Bottom Mount Refrigerators with HarvestFresh™

Kitchen: Ventilation System

GAGGENAU

Vario 400 Series Downdraft Ventilation System

Kitchen: Wine Dispenser

DACOR

24 Inch Built-In Wine Dispenser

Lighting: Chandelier

ARTERIORS

Raine Chandelier

Lighting: System

JOHN POMP Drift Lighting System

Outdoor: Collection

PERENNIALS AND SUTHERLAND

Perennials and Sutherland by Vincent Van Duysen

Outdoor: Design Innovation

TUUCI

Ocean Master MEGA MAX Classic

Rug Collaboration

THE RUG COMPANY WITH GHISLAINE VIÑAS Shongololo

Stone: Collaboration

COSENTINO WITH NINA MAGON Dekton® Onirika

Stone: Mantel

FRANÇOIS & CO.

The Silhouette Mantel from Contemporary Collection

Textile: Collaboration

KRAVET COUTURE WITH COREY DAMEN JENKINS Trad Nouveau

Textile: Collection

THE VALE LONDON Sloane Capsule Collection

Tile: Design

FORNACE BRIONI

Le Piastrelle Segnate by Giovanni Barbieri

Tile: Sustainable Design

KOHLER CO.

The Abstra™ Collection by Kohler WasteLAB®

Wallcovering: Collaboration

HARLEQUIN WITH DIANE HILL

Florence Wallpaper in Fig Blossom, Apple & Peony

Wallcovering: Innovation

ARTE

Mimic Moth from Moooi Wallcovering Memento Moooi Collection

Windows & Doors

JELD-WEN

Auraline® True Composite Windows & Patio Doors

Product Readers’ Choice

Baldwin Hardware

BATH ACCENTS & ACCESSORIES

Modern Cabinet Hardware Collection

Legno Bastone FLOORING St. Moritz G1 from European Elegance Collection

Four Hands

FURNITURE DESIGN

Zoia Dining Table

Monogram Luxury Appliances

HOME APPLIANCES

Monogram™ Designer Collection by Richard T. Anuszkiewicz

Emtek

KITCHEN ACCENTS & ACCESSORIES

Select Cabinet Collection

Baker Furniture

LIGHTING

Murano Vessel Pendant from The Thomas Pheasant Collection

McGuire Furniture

OUTDOOR DESIGN

Cuerda Lounge Chair from The Laura Kirar Collection

François & Co.

STONE & TILE

The Silhouette Mantel from Contemporary Collection

Egg & Dart Textiles

TEXTILES

Rainbow from Pride Velvet Collection

Arte

WALLCOVERINGS

Secret Silhouettes from Décors & Panoramiques Collection

LaCantina Doors

WINDOWS & DOORS

V2 Folding Door

The stone sets the tone.

IRG’s Calacatta Medici Marble derives its name from Renaissance art and architecture patrons the Medici Family of Tuscany, Italy. While this stone embodies all the aesthetics of traditional luxury, the crisply elegant look of classic white marble complements a variety of interior styles and applications, such as this grand design by Mia Conway.

WINE COUNTRY

ON LOCATION

Among the world’s most famous and beloved destinations, California’s Wine Country stands tall. Certainly, the exquisite bottlings that come from the region are to credit, but so too is the culture in each local town. Many an artist has found inspiration in the fields of grapes, countless architects and designers have been influenced by the sun-drenched rolling hills and the food scene that naturally builds around a place known for its wine production well, little else need be said. In this special section, the design, construction and real estate industry luminaries of Wine Country reveal their favorite local work, must-sees and must-dos— and desert-island vintages.

Stanly Ranch

BLACK OAK BUILDERS

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Wine country is defined by beautiful landscapes and architecture, the quality and refinement of its products and a collaborative spirit that attracts talented, passionate people. These exact ideals inspire Andy Briglio and his world-class team at Black Oak Builders. “We started in 2007 as a small operation of builders that’s grown into an esteemed general contracting firm that delivers high-quality craftsmanship while forging lasting relationships with our clients, co-workers and contracting partners,” Briglio says. Known for refined custom-built homes and exacting renovations, Black Oak Builders’ client-centric approach is key to their success. “Our clients are our foundation,” Briglio adds, “which is why we are seriously committed to understanding their visions, crafting plans that fits their needs and budgets and supporting them through every phase of the building or remodeling process.”

WINE COUNTRY WISDOM

• Share your guiding principle. At Black Oak Builders, we have a deep love for this land and will continue to make like-minded people’s dreams come true with our unique vision of fine craftsmanship.

• In what ways does your firm complement your community? From rustic winery/cidery projects to custom modern California homes to beautiful contemporary farmhouses, we work alongside great architects, craftspeople, designers and engineers to add beauty and comfort to this place we call home.

• Describe the local design community and a not-to-be-missed design event. Our community has a love for artistry, as exhibited in the number and variety of art studios and co-ops in the area, which is showcased in our annual Art Trails studio tour.

Above This Westside sanctuary welcomes guests through its gorgeous glass pivot door. Top An elegant mix of stone, wood and steel sets the scene in this relaxing fireside seating area. Bottom BOB worked in partnership with Zimmerman + Associates (architects), Merge Studio (landscape design) and Shawback Design (interior design) to create the quintessential California home with exceptional indoor-outdoor living.

Photography Adam Potts Photography

“We specialize in uniquely beautiful custom residential projects that provide quality craftsmanship for lasting elegance.”

CARRIGER ROAD INTERIOR DESIGN

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When world-class design meets Sonoma’s refined aesthetic, exceptional spaces are born. As an esteemed professional with decades of commercial and residential design experience, Susan Waxman brings unique expertise, talent and passion to her role as principal at Carriger Road Interior Design. “With our studio located in the quaint town of Sonoma amongst picturesque vineyards and abundant wildlife, nature is our muse,” Waxman says. “We draw inspiration from its calming energy to create something truly special.” A commitment to teamwork and relationship building is another key to Carriger’s success. “Because we understand that the design process is collaborative, we partner with a diverse group of highly-talented artisans and trade professionals,” she shares. “Working hand-in-hand with them allows us to deliver homes and spaces that bring each client’s vision to life with beauty and purpose.”

WINE COUNTRY WONDERS

Susan Waxman shares five local favorites.

• More than a scenic area, Jack London Park is steeped in history that nourishes your soul as you explore its breathtaking trails.

• The Happy Dahlia Farm offers a kaleidoscope of vibrant blooms that invite you to explore the creative spirit that lurks in their playful fields.

• Tucked into an enchanting Pierre Deux satchel, a freshlybaked baguette paired with a creamy cappuccino from Les Pascals Patisserie is a wonderful way to start the day.

• Stepping into the historic Sebastiani Theatre for an evening of cinematic or live entertainment transports you to a more glamorous era.

• From seasonal outfits to fun gifts and yummy treats, Woof! is a pet lover’s paradise that has something special for every four-legged friend.

Top The pool house cabana offers a private space for guests and a path to the main residence. Lighting and dining table with seating by RH. Left Clean modern lines frame the property entry. Wood is used on the soffit for warmth. Right The exterior cabana utilizes metal cladding. Chaise lounge by RH. Outdoor umbrellas by Tuuci. Architect: BISBEE

Architecture + Design, Landscape

Architect: Merge Studio, Architectural

Consultant: Jenny Lozada Gosiengfiao,

General Contractor: GMH Builders.

Photography Nicholas Miller

“We incorporate design principles that emphasize simplicity, elegance and functionality to bring clients’ dreams to life.”

SALT SHED DESIGN BUILD

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In a locale with as much illustrious repute as California’s Wine Country, it may prove difficult to imagine how it will evolve as time goes on. For Matthew Tippell and Mike Coleman, leaders of local firm Salt Shed Design Build, 30 years living and working in the region makes it easier to envision. Tippell explains: “There has been a large influx of designers to Wine Country, from San Francisco and beyond, over the past 20 years. This community has embraced the local heritage, but also brought a modern design vernacular. There is a lot of design-driven quality with materials, yet a casual approach to interior and exterior space planning.” Located steps from historic Sonoma Plaza, Salt Shed is a resource for homeowners and trade pros in Marin, Sonoma and Napa. When asked what their desert-island bottle of wine would be, Tippell shares, “The largest bottle of Rosé possible the ship may take a while to find us!”

HERITAGE IN A NAME

Salt Shed’s name is derived directly from a local legacy: the classic Saltbox homes that originated as American Colonial architecture in New England. “Similar to that region, Wine Country has a deep history of agricultural structures, typically comprising white gable buildings with stone and boardand-batten siding,” Coleman says. “Our modern interpretation of these structures takes into account the rolling, vineyardcovered hills and valley views.”

RESPITE TO REFUGE

“With the advancement of remote working, the decision to accelerate second homes to permanent ones has increased dramatically,” Tippell says. “We are seeing our clients spending more time in their homes. This has altered the design approach to prioritize function on a full-time basis, as opposed to a typical holiday home.”

“Our ideal Saturday would include a morning hike followed by a vineyard picnic with friends, locally-produced wine and brilliant conversation.”

Above & Top Powered by a large solar system and resting on five pristine landscaped acres, this gorgeous home boasts a main house, pool house and guesthouse, plus wine and potting sheds. Left Perched atop a hillside among majestic redwoods, this modern estate includes an under-stair wine cellar, polished concrete floors and a drought-resistant landscape—stylish and sustainable.

STANLY RANCH

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When world-class design and amenities are infused with Napa’s elegant aesthetic, exceptional homes are the natural result. A bold new destination in the Carneros region of Napa Valley, the residences at Stanly Ranch, offers unparalleled access to Wine Country living and its stunning natural landscapes. From its inception, the resort community has been focused on well-being and sustainability that includes everything from environmentally-minded infrastructure to agricultural “rooms” that activate the senses to the passion and intimate boutique experiences only Auberge can provide. Stanly Ranch’s bold energy, elevated designs and immersive experiences—both on and off-property—exceed the expectations of the most sophisticated residents. The limited collection of whole-ownership residences at Stanly Ranch include expansive three- to six-bedroom Vineyard Homes and furnished, two-bedroom Villas.

NAPA-INSPIRED LUXURY

Set amidst the breathtaking vines, the Vineyard Homes at Stanly Ranch bring the vision of renowned California residential design expert Bob White to life and provide his signature sensorial architecture and ethos of discovery that seamlessly connects residents to the outdoors. These threeto six-bedroom single-family residences provide a one-ofa-kind resort lifestyle with Auberge five-star resort services and amenities.

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT

For more than 16 years, Bob White has been designing exceptional private residences in Hawaii, Nantucket and numerous places in between. As the founder of Forest Studio, he brings a unique design approach that is not easily read. Currently working on 12 projects across different states, White has broken many design rules to reach what his clients seek and desire, but don’t know how to articulate. Stanly Ranch is proud to work in collaboration with this renowned talent on their exclusive Vineyard Homes.

Top Sensorial architecture is defined by blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living spaces, creating a connection to the landscape beyond.

Bottom Life among the vines and olive trees at the Vineyard Homes connects each residence to Napa’s splendid, unspoiled landscape.

“Stanly Ranch offers over 700 acres of rolling vineyards, eucalyptus trees, longhorn steer and walking and biking trails.”

JOHN LUM ARCHITECTURE | NICOLEHOLLIS INTERIOR DESIGN | ARTERRA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

Photo by Adam Rouse

“We wanted the great room to be cozy and inviting,”

says designer Caitlin Jones Ghajar. She appointed the space with textural pieces, such as a Stahl + Band sofa upholstered in a Pindler performance fabric, shearling-covered vintage chairs from Housewright and a Mehraban rug.

iles and Kathy Kilburn were thrilled when they purchased their Healdsburg dwelling. Perched at the top of a hill, the abode enjoyed tremendous views of the surrounding 13 acres dotted with ancient oak trees. “This site is very special, very magical,” Miles says. However, it wasn’t perfect.

“The house was a little small,” he admits. Plus, it had a difficult-to-find entrance and didn’t take full advantage of the vistas. The couple decided to double the size of the home by adding a second floor. It wasn’t the ideal solution—they preferred a single-story layout—but expanding the first floor in the original configuration was impossible. Even with these challenges, Miles and Kathy were confident that the team they brought on— designer Caitlin Jones Ghajar, architect H. Todd Kilburn (who is also Miles’ brother), and general contractors Preston Addison and Micah Addison— would create the dwelling of their dreams.

The remodel had begun, and the structure was already down to the studs when wildfires broke out in the area. Flames engulfed and destroyed the house, and the couple’s dreams briefly crumbled. “It was pretty traumatic,” Miles says. Although he and Kathy initially thought to rebuild with the plans they already had in hand, Jones Ghajar encouraged them to do some soul-searching. “Caitlin asked us ‘What would you envision if you could have exactly what you wanted?’ ” Miles says.

The designer herself already had an idea. “I had a dream about rebuilding the house,” she recalls. “The following evening, I sketched what ended up being fairly close to the final result.” Reenvisioned, the abode is now an inviting, single-story modern Mediterranean that capitalizes on the views and possesses great curb appeal. The team also rotated the structure, providing western outlooks and a better visual of the front door, which opens to a vaulted foyer. “We did away with the discreet entry to provide more of a statement and create a clear and unmistakable entrance for guests,” Kilburn explains. “It reflects the new home and gives it more grandeur.”

The foyer leads to the great room, which, though Jones Ghajar describes it as the “most

formal of all the spaces,” is still decidedly comfortable. During dinner parties, guests can linger on the plush dining chairs or move to the cozy seats in the living area to enjoy cocktails. Shades of gray and taupe “whisper instead of shouting,” Miles muses. “And they provide a casual elegance throughout the home.”

The bright, airy kitchen—which serves as a showcase for the couple’s ceramics collection— and its adjoining family room were designed as more intimate spaces. And while this is where Miles and Kathy spend most of their time, they truly take advantage of every room. “There is not a spot in the house I don’t use,” Kathy laughs. With a multitude of carefully curated guest rooms (Kilburn has already chosen his), family and friends know they’re welcome.

Most important to the renovation was celebrating the surrounding sun-dappled hills and valleys through enhanced indoor-outdoor living. The H-shaped form of the home, centered around a large swimming pool, allows for a separation of public and private spaces while offering 360-degree views. “We developed a plan with huge windows and pocketing doors so they could feel as though they’re part of the landscape even when inside,” Jones Ghajar says. “This was part of why they bought this property in the first place.” Complementing the newly designed residence, landscape architect James Bradanini sited Mediterranean-influenced plantings around the oak trees that survived the fire. “I selected droughttolerant plants like lavender, sage, ornamental grasses and olive trees due to their ability to thrive in the hot, dry conditions,” he explains.

Given the area’s climate, fire prevention was always in the plans. “We went with a true cement stucco and an unvented roof so embers can’t get into the roof cavity,” Kilburn explains. “The house and perimeter have a full sprinkler system, and any exposed wood was treated and coated with fire-retardant paint.” With this sense of security, the couple can relax while taking in their surroundings, moving with the sun to seating vignettes Jones Ghajar created throughout the landscape. Finishing an evening meal at the outdoor dining table provides perhaps the best views of the surviving oaks. “Although a number of trees were lost, many survived,” the designer says. “It has been incredible to see them come back.” They have, like the home itself, risen from the ashes.

Above: Millworker Gregory Schreier created an intimate work space for homeowner Kathy Kilburn with white-oak-and-brass floating shelves and a built-in desk, upon which sits a lamp from Shoppe Amber Interiors and a Brian Blackham painting. A McGuire chair completes the vignette.

Opposite: Open shelving on the kitchen island fabricated by Gregory Schreier displays the couple’s ceramics collection. Thomas Hayes Studio stools and Allied Maker pendants foster a cozy space to eat a meal cooked on the Lacanche range.

Above: Located directly off the dining space, the wine room has a moody vibe thanks to cabinetry coated in Sherwin-Williams’ Gauntlet Gray and Belvedere quartzite from IRG with brass-inlay seams. The porcelain floor tile is by Walker Zanger.

Opposite: For the office, Jones Ghajar wanted a “deep, rich, calm room.” She wrapped the space in Holly Hunt’s Tied Up grass cloth. Above the Parker Burkhart desk hangs a Ravenhill Studio fixture. The armchairs are by A. Rudin.

Above: The primary bathroom’s Maidstone tub looks out on stunning views. Jones Ghajar kept the rest of the space subtle with Calacatta tile from Pietra Fina and bleached-oak cabinetry crafted by Gregory Schreier. An antiqued-brass Apparatus light fixture adds warmth.

Opposite: A Mehraban rug lies beneath a Thomas Hayes Studio bed in the primary bedroom. Adding to the high-end hotel vibe are an A. Rudin corner chair as well as a seating area centered by a Stahl + Band coffee table.

“We prioritized the views in every exterior space,” Jones Ghajar says. Overlooking the pool by Johnson Pool and Spa, the lounge area is furnished with Gloster seating from Dunkirk and a vintage coffee table found at Obsolete.

Natural Wonders

Ellen Little’s large-scale floral watercolors capture all the beauty—and decay—of her surroundings.

WRITTEN BY DEBORAH BISHOP PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN SEGAL

Although watercolor might not be considered a groundbreaking medium, painter Ellen Little’s work suggests otherwise.

“I love breaking the accepted rules of watercolor,” Little declares, gesturing toward pieces that can measure almost 7 feet tall and more than 4 feet across—a scale more commonly associated with oils.

Little’s botanical portraits line the walls of her sun-washed Dogpatch studio, while jars filled with wild irises, native grasses and magnolia dot the worktables in the middle—along with a tin of dead moths. A master at capturing nature in every stage of bloom and decay, Little forages for flowers, branches, weeds, insects, dead birds and “anything I feel drawn

to on my daily walks,” she says, to use as artistic fodder. Starting with a blossom or a tangle of grass, she gradually layers elements into her composition—over the course of days, weeks, even years—to capture the immersive experience of lying in a meadow or strolling through a sea of wildflowers.

Little paints spontaneously while standing over a table. When the paint is dry enough to prevent drips, she hangs the work on a wall and photographs it. Using printouts, she choreographs next steps, drawing directly onto the images to plot perspective and new elements. But not everything is in her control. “As the water evaporates, an alchemical process takes over, causing pigments to separate, move and settle in unexpected ways,” she explains. “The results are unpredictably magical.”

The artist’s past life as a graphic designer is discernible in the composition of her

“Backyard” series of flowers and moths culled from her garden as well as the visually dramatic “Goat Hill” collection, which captures the view from a favorite spot in all seasons and climactic conditions—including mist, haze, smoke and drizzle.

Little doesn’t fret about making mistakes or dipping her brush into dirty water: “The muddier the better!” she insists. When the artist erases something, she relishes the smudges and marks that remain as beautiful, ghostly memories. “I embrace the darkness as well as the light,” she says, pointing out the shadows in one piece and a dead sparrow nestled into the foliage of another.

“There’s a subtext of death in all my work,” Little continues. “I want my paintings to reflect all the stages present in nature—from the full fragrant bloom to the shriveling and dropping of petals.”

Paintings decorate the walls of artist Ellen Little’s studio, including Backyard No. 405, Nocturnes 27 Backyard No. 434 and Backyard No. 454 (opposite, from left). During walks, the artist collects dead insects, flowers and leaves (left) to inspire her work. She uses goat-hair calligraphy brushes (below) as well as traditional watercolor brushes. A detail of Goat Hill 32 (bottom, left) showcases regional flora.

Country Soul

One family recaptures their roots through a new dwelling that combines farmhouse style with modern living.

BY CHERYL MEYERS

Interior Design: Sondra Ganz, Studio Ganz Landscape Architecture: David Thorne, David Thorne Landscape Architect, Inc.

WRITTEN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL DYER

Crafted by Arbor Upcycle, the console in the entry is made of wildfire-charred oak. It’s backed by a grid of Pottery Barn mirrors with stools from Room & Board tucked underneath. A Visual Comfort & Co. lantern and Arteriors lamps illuminate the space.

ive months into the 2020 lockdown, a young San Francisco couple bought an empty lot in idyllic Lafayette to build a spacious, modern farmhouse. They’d been living in a luxurious highrise building in the city and hustling at their jobs—he in civil construction, she in corporate retail—while fully enjoying the amenities of urban life. But the triple whammy of the pandemic, working from home and a new baby caused them to question some of their life choices. “We knew we weren’t going to live in the city forever, but suddenly our interest in leaving town increased,” the wife says.

She has family roots in Tennessee and her husband grew up in the wilderness of Alaska and Oregon. “I like to say we are city people with country souls,” she says, noting that their closets are full of cowboy boots, the soundtrack to their lives is country music, and their ideal vacation involves skiing down mountain slopes. With this newly purchased land, they could live out their open-space dreams with their daughter while also staying connected to the larger urban center with easy access to downtown Lafayette and a BART station that makes visiting San Francisco a quick trip.

The lot came with mature oak and redwood trees as well as preapproved plans for a large, traditional abode with notes of both ranch and Craftsman styles. Hoping to build something more contemporary, they hired friend and interior designer Sondra Ganz to adjust elements to suit their preferred aesthetic and needs. “They had been living in a high-rise. Since this is a much larger home, we practically started from scratch furniture-wise,” the designer explains. “I asked them: ‘How do you want to tell the story of your life with this house?’ ”

They landed on a livable, effortlessly elegant modern farmhouse look. Ganz admits that this style can feel cookie-cutter—even ubiquitous— in the wrong hands. But for these homeowners, it was the right fit. “They embody modern farmhouse,” the designer says. “If I were to write the script of their life together, it would be mountain man meets modern-country woman. Their love story is a meeting of the minds.” With Ganz’s guidance, the decor tells a tale that feels both elevated and personal.

In the charming powder room, this mix of hisand-hers is on full display. The woodland-inspired wallcovering is a nod to the husband’s bird-hunting hobby—a vestige of his Alaska days. Nickel and black metal fixtures along with dark granite round out the masculine feel, while milk-glass sconces, blue basket-weave marble flooring and pompomtrimmed hand towels bring in softer notes. The same goes for the approachable-yet-luxurious living room, where an oversize iron chandelier and deep leather sectional find delicate counterparts in the petite shearling-and-acrylic stools and bone inlay accessories on the custom oak bookshelves.

The home’s original exterior plans called for green shingles; its Craftsman vibe was heavy with bay windows, mullions and railings. Ganz’s preconstruction design changes were simple yet impactful: She shaved off many of these elements, making the front porch more accessible and inviting. “We love this feature,” the wife says. “It reminds me of my Southern roots.” The designer also changed the siding to classic white board-andbatten and paired the neutral canvas with blackframed windows and a gray standing-seam metal roof. At the rear of the dwelling, she made tweaks so that indoor-outdoor entertaining would be more effortless, such as using bifold windows to connect the classically elegant chef’s kitchen to the patio.

Landscape architect David Thorne was brought on to reimagine the backyard for family living. Traditional sod lawn was nixed to make way for sports-friendly artificial turf. The much-used pool features bluestone coping, and the surrounding architectural concrete pavers are topped with chaises. Shaded by mature redwoods, the gardens feature a mix of California-native rushes, ferns and groundcover geraniums to “add a feeling of woodland understory,” Thorne explains.

Further honoring local materials, the home incorporates charred oak salvaged from a 2020 wildfire in Santa Cruz’s Big Basin Redwoods State Park. The entry console, living room coffee table and front-porch columns all come from this cache of burned oak that would have been disposed of otherwise.

Taken together, the resulting residence is a place that suits the people who live there. “Sondra was able to blend our love for all things country and Western with our desire to keep things fresh and modern,” the wife says. Ganz agrees: “The home truly feels like they dreamed it and built it for themselves.”

Above: Set against an Élitis wallcovering and between shelves painted Sherwin-Williams’ Caviar, Miklos Pogany’s Autumn Moontrip takes pride of place in the office. In front of a vintage Edward Wormley desk, RH armchairs rest atop a Ben Soleimani rug.

Opposite: The living room’s oversize sectional and chandelier are both by RH. Arbor Upcycle fabricated the reclaimed-wood coffee table, and the stools beside it are by CB2. Designer Sondra Ganz scanned a vintage photo found at Oleander + Palm to display on the television.

“They embody modern farmhouse.

If I were to write the script of their life together, it would be mountain man meets moderncountry woman. ”

–SONDRA GANZ

Schoolhouse pendants hang above the 15-foot granite-and-butcher-block kitchen island. The backsplash, composed of Ann Sacks’ Savoy field tile, complements the hood designed by Ganz. Bifold windows by Sierra Pacific Windows open to an outdoor kitchen.

Right: Schumacher’s Katmandu wallpaper brings delicate pattern to the powder room. The white oak vanity features Turnstyle Designs leather pulls, Watermark fixtures and a Native Trails sink. The sconces are by Schoolhouse.

Opposite: In the guest suite, an Arhaus woven bench sits at the foot of a bed from Room & Board. A mix of linens from Pottery Barn and West Elm feel layered and welcoming, while gauzy Smith & Noble drapes set an airy vibe.

Above: Mature oak trees and redwoods provide ample shade over the backyard’s artificial turf lawn. For the gardens, landscape architect David Thorne selected a mix of California-native plantings to evoke a forest floor.

Opposite: Rectilinear cast-in-place concrete pads are softened with turf borders to create a visually inviting pool deck. Chaises from Room & Board and umbrellas by California Umbrella complete the relaxing setting.

GLOBAL OUTLOOK

An international mindset and a love of kin are the hallmarks of this San Francisco home.

WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL | PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL DYER

Architecture: Houman Sharif, MEM Architecture Interior Design: Andrew Petronio, KA Design Group

Home Builder: Jeffrey Woods, Black Mountain Construction

The entry of this San Francisco penthouse opens to the dining area and living room as well as a modern, sinuous stairway. Its dark stain contrasts with walls painted Benjamin Moore’s Cloud White.

or a busy, often-traveling couple, a little pied-à-terre in the city where their daughter and her family lived made perfect sense. But when their son also decided to make San Francisco home, that petite pied-à-terre suddenly became too small. As luck would have it, the solution was right above them: an unfinished two-story penthouse. One phone call to designer Andrew Petronio, who did their Manhattan abode as well as their first unit in the building, and things quickly fell into place.

“It was nothing but a concrete slab and a steel staircase—in the wrong place and blocking the view—but that meant it was a blank canvas,” Petronio recalls. Next, the couple brought on architect Houman Sharif, who was in sync with Petronio’s vision. “He saw what I saw—it was symbiotic,” the designer says. “The goal was to create something of a departure from their other residences, this time going more contemporary,” he continues. But key to this project—indeed, the very reason for the move—was to create rooms for their grandchildren to come and spend the night.

“The clients wanted a modern, urban home, but it also needed to be warm and approachable,” Sharif notes. Working around structural and mechanical limitations, including a front door that couldn’t be moved, the architect studied various views to create a layout that felt coherent while still offering elements of surprise. “The space itself is very rectilinear, so we spent a lot of time looking at how different areas could flow into each other and how architectural elements like the entry screen or fireplace could create definition,” he explains. The architect also jettisoned the steel stair, much to Petronio’s delight, replacing it with a sweeping wooden version. “It’s like a sculpture that can be experienced from different vantage points,” Sharif says. “That curve—it’s almost Zaha,” Petronio adds, referencing famed Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid.

In fact, there is a distinctly global outlook that pervades the abode. “I’m from Iran, and I was educated more under the French model,”

explains Sharif, whose wife, architect Ghazaleh Jamei, also contributed to the plans. “We really pay attention to the combination of beautiful materials and highly skilled craftspeople,” he says, likening their approach to contemporary Italian or Belgian design. “We love working with architects who bring that feel,” adds general contractor Jeffrey Woods. “The soundness of this design is fantastic, and its subtle details really set it apart.” While the site was challenging, Woods realized the plans with aplomb, including the installation of a 390-pound steel wall that had to be craned into the site. “These clients understand good design, but they also understand good execution,” he notes.

For the furnishings, Petronio focused on soft, clean-lined pieces in warm neutral tones. “We were all cognizant of the artworks we’d be hanging—lots of color and texture—so the palette was very deliberate,” he says. At one end of the main floor are the formal living and dining areas, outfitted with low-profile pieces for unobstructed views. A center bar sets them apart from the family’s more casual sitting and dining spaces as well as the kitchen. “We found the kitchen at a showroom in SoHo and fell in love with the combination of metal cabinets above and dark wood cabinets below,” Petronio says. “It was the first thing we selected. It was sleek and clean and really set the tone for the entire apartment.”

Upstairs, Sharif and Petronio created a large primary bedroom suite that includes a walnutand marble-clad bathroom and a comfortable lounge area. “They wanted a space where they could snuggle up with the grandkids, or that they could use as a retreat for themselves,” says the designer, who added a morning bar for an easy cup of coffee before playtime starts. Just off the lounge are the nursery and the bunk room, and at the far end of the floor is a plush, hotellike guest room.

“All of us involved are big travelers, and we brought that romance of being abroad into this apartment,” Petronio says. “There’s a worldliness here, a different perspective. You could drop this apartment into London, New York or Beirut, and it would feel right at home.”

Right: A Manolo Valdés painting hangs above the living room sofa, which designer Andrew Petronio found at Dennis Miller New York and upholstered with Holland & Sherry fabric. The trio of coffee tables is by Holly Hunt Studio.

Opposite: At one end of the dining room is a polished marble bar. From the Caste stool, guests can admire a painting by Carlos Cruz-Diez. The linen drapery fabric is by Pierre Frey.

“WE SPENT A LOT OF TIME LOOKING AT HOW DIFFERENT AREAS COULD FLOW INTO EACH OTHER AND HOW ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS COULD CREATE DEFINITION

.”

–HOUMAN SHARIF

The dining room features a walnut table by Joseph Jeup, a Lindsey Adelman Studio chandelier and Vladimir Kagan chairs. Perched atop the Holly Hunt Studio console are figural sculptures by Mexican artist Sergio Hernández.

Above: Lacquered panels designed to resemble a folding screen separate the primary bedroom from the adjacent sitting room. The Holly Hunt Studio bed, dressed in linens by Frette, is grounded by a Stark rug.

Opposite: The sitting room doubles as a study with a Douglas Jennings desk, found at The Bright Group, and a Caste chair from Holly Hunt. British artist David Spiller’s All My Loving sounds a tender note.

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