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NEW YEAR, NEW TRENDS Every summer, industry leaders and influencers look to Las Vegas Market to discover hot news and top trends in the world of home design. Here, four interior design firms and “Ahead of the Curve” panelists share what they’re seeing in the market and incorporating into projects right now.
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Nostalgia and comfort have replaced the previously popular stark modern designs. Rustic vogue is the idea of old and new pieces that work well together; ideal for a home with exposed beams, original floorboards or paneled walls. Cottagecore is rural, yet chic and involves a muted, pastel palette with patterns, along with vintage barware and gold accessories.
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Perhaps you’ve experienced the delights of an open-air shower at a resort in the tropics. That needn’t be a rarity, says interior designer Jay Jeffers, who loves creating them for his clients. He talked to Luxe about his penchant for these special features. jayjeffers.com What do you love about an outdoor shower? You’re in nature. The air is wonderful. You might hear birds chirping or see a little frog hop by. I’ve done them near a tree or next to the pool. We did a lovely outdoor shower outside of a master bathroom in Dallas. We surrounded the shower
with beautiful ferns and trees to create privacy because it’s in a neighborhood. By doing that, you feel like you’re in an oasis—in a different world. Any other design approaches you’ve used? You can also create a little shedlike structure. I think about a funny TV show I saw as a kid, Gilligan’s Island. They had a bamboo gate and you could just see someone’s feet and head, and everything else was covered. That provides privacy, but you’re still outdoors. What should be considered when planning? If you live in a climate where pipes could freeze, think about where the water is coming from. Also, consider animal life. If there’s a tree above you, birds might plant nests up there or you might have animals or spiders popping down. But that’s the fun of an outdoor shower—the unpredictability.
TOASTWORTHY Oak Farm Vineyards, a 70-acre estate in the heart of Lodi’s celebrated wine region, is a dream event locale. Its historic barn is available during temperate months, and the Club Room works for small gatherings. Now Oak Farm’s owners, the Panella family, have added a 2,000-square-foot Barrel Room for events, as well as a commercial kitchen. The interior features natural wood finishes, rolling pendant lights emitting a warm glow, and an 11-foot antique wood bar. “This area feels grand, with vaulted ceilings and lots of light,” says Heather Panella, co-owner and general manager, who spearheaded the design with her mother-in-law, Dorothy Panella, co-owner and managing partner. “We envision this room to be used for all types of private parties, corporate events and small receptions,” Heather says. “We also anticipate that it will be used for our own wine club events as well as seasonal festivities.” oakfarmvineyards.com
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Sixteen years after opening her eponymous women’s boutique in Presidio Heights, Betty Lin introduces mr lin—situated right next door—offering men their very own clothing lounge and luxurious everyday wear from brands like Barena, Haupt and Santoni. In early 2020, despite San Francisco locking down, Lin forged ahead with plans for her new store, working with local interior designer Eche Martinez to transform the 1,000-square-foot space into a warm, immersive, masculine shop that honors the neighborhood. “Eche came up with the concept of bringing in flora and fauna from the Presidio, and I loved that,” Lin says. Local muralist Caroline Lizarraga, a close friend, had her team hand-paint eucalyptus and cypress trees, and indigenous birds like blue heron, egret, and an elegant white crane. Ebonized oak cabinets create pockets of light that showcase the store’s wares. Martinez reimagined the space as a private officers’ club, with a generous seating area where guests can sip a cocktail from the elegant bar, a welcome idea as the city re-emerges from lockdown. “The idea is to be a neighborhood hangout,” says Lin the concept. “We want people to come in, gather and talk.” mrlin.com
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What direction did your work take during quarantine? I grew a lot and explored solid forms—not just woven forms—and new materials. I expanded into glass, collaborating with a glassblower. At first, I wanted the ceramics and glass to work together, but once I let go of wanting to hold onto the ceramic part, it was this whole new opportunity. I broke the ceramics to make the glass pieces. I used a technique where the glassblower blew glass into woven forms; the woven forms broke but left impressions behind. I discovered the invisible form inside the pieces—taking the negative space and turning it into a positive form. Share the inspiration for your Ikebana vases (top, right). They’re experimental, cage-like forms. I’ve always liked weaving clay with the idea of leaving space for things to breathe, such as plants and flowers. I reached out to floral designer Amanda Luu from Studio Mondine for her perspective—I appreciate her sensitivity and thoughtfulness in how she approaches arrangements.
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Marin-based ceramicist Susan McKinney has garnered attention for her imaginative forms, from basketry-inspired woven pieces to her playful Sprung spirals. As the pandemic hit, she had more time for fresh explorations, which she calls her Quarantine Diaries. skinnyceramics.com
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SW: At first, we were both skeptical about working together. Ben had a new architecture career, but in my interior design practice, I had a desperate need I knew he could fill. For some time he toggled between two jobs. After a while, we asked ourselves: “Are we really going to do this—be married and work together?” We are so aligned in terms of vision, narrative and goals for the client, that in the end it was effortless. BW: We respond to our clients’ needs and desires, but we are known for a soft minimalism—or, in some ways, a feminine brutalism. SW: I’d be the “feminine” in that phrase. There’s a tension that we think makes projects so exciting—it’s when opposing forces meet. Generally, Ben is more of a minimalist and prefers less adornment. Though I appreciate that, as a designer I like to get in and mess things up a bit. In the end, we value and find meaning in each other’s perspective, and it balances things out.
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BW: At work, we don’t have disagreements; it’s more like a merging of ideas. We might have two competing thoughts, but by hashing it out, they eventually merge into one. It’s more of a push and pull than a conflict, and it leads to the best ideas for sure. The end product is so much richer, and more filled with surprise and unexpected elements. SW: We both like to be strategic about lighting, and we always agree on unconventionally shaped rugs, streaky dramatic shadows, sculptural wall art and travertine. BW: She usually wants to put a banquette in every room, and because it’s an architectural intervention in interior design, I agree.
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HF: We met in a park in Washington, D.C. She had a Dalmatian, and I love dogs, so I said hello. In truth, I was smitten. A year later, she walked into the architecture office where I was working as a new employee. I was dumbfounded and remembered her after all that time MF: I really didn’t remember him! But we became fast friends. We had a lot in common from the get-go, especially both being architects, and we ended up dating, then marrying and then moving to Los Angeles.
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HF: We both have a fascination with Los Angeles architecture and its spirit of experimentation and indoor-outdoor living. MF: I was born on the island of Mallorca, and the Spanish approach to architecture resonates here—it’s a natural, Mediterranean feeling.
HF: We seek simplicity. We hew to stylistically simple solutions that have informal derivations and a quiet aesthetic signature. MF: We begin a project by looking at a client’s rituals. We are more interested in what they do every day, and what they appreciate about their daily moments.
HF: Our process is collaborative. We come up with an idea together and pursue it. Married friends ask us how we do it without arguing, and I tell them that when we’re working we never disagree. MF: We have skills that complement each other. Hunter is good at committing to a concept or idea, and never steering away from it. I am good at spatial interactions and interventions.
HF: At home, Mariapaz doesn’t want anything in the house that is not beautiful. So, the simplest elements can become a project. We had a plastic Brita pitcher, and we wanted something more attractive, so it became a search for the most beautiful glass pitcher in the world. MF: It is hard not to work 24/7. We try to have non-work time, but work does permeate everything we do. To us, it is all one life.
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Heide Hendricks and Rafe Churchill Hendricks Churchill, Connecticut
HH: We are both from the same town, Woodbury, Connecticut. We met at my parents’ house—my family was building a rock wall, and Rafe heard about it and showed up one day. We knew of each other’s families, but we went to different high schools, and we never met before that day. We both moved to New York City a year later and started dating, and we’ve now been married for 25 years.
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HH: When it comes to style, I’d say he’s more adventurous, and bolder with colors. I’m bold when putting things together; like hanging a Renaissance painting next to a modern Abstract Expressionist painting. RC: I’d say we are on the same page. After 25 years, we can walk into an antique shop, and she will be able to pick out exactly the things I like.
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RC: In college, I majored in sculpture and architecture. But my whole family was in construction, so I grew up in construction— I came to design work as a tradesperson. In New York, I started working on renovations of galleries and loft apartments. HH: I was working in publicity for art museums. But Rafe and I were buying homes, fixing them up and selling them on the side—that’s how we first started working together. It was my hobby before it became my full-time job. RC: In 2003, we got our first opportunity to work together on a project for someone else. It was what we called the “New Farmhouse” in Sharon, Connecticut. Heide joined me officially halfway through that project as an interior designer. A lot of firms offer just architecture or just interior design—and working with another firm can be a careful dance, making sure you don’t step on any toes and that you are speaking the same language. We have the advantage of speaking the same language.
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ago—one stone on top of the other. We’re lucky as design professionals, not just because it’s an active market, but because it’s an exciting time of innovation in material development and production.” Energizing her outlook of late, Schicketanz has partnered with several like-minded prefab home companies on executing her designs. As opposed to trucking in materials and labor, the approach cuts time, energy and a staggering amount of construction waste. “Producing highly customized homes offsite,” she says, “is really the future.”
A home in Tennessee by Bobby McAlpine and Greg Tankersley boasts a connecting barn that doubles as a play area for grandchildren and an easily convertible party space.
In a sea of change, authenticity’s stronghold sets a reassuring undertone. Extended time at home “has taught us what serves us as a friend,” says McAlpine. “Decades ago, we were building houses that we learned to want whereas now, people are asking what the truth is about their life.” Adds Tankersley, “Clients are designing forever homes. I don’t think you can build more green than that.”
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A strange thing happened this past year: Nobody visited. Stripped of show and distilled to domesticity, slowly, home began to look a bit different. If you ask architecture partners Bobby McAlpine and Greg Tankersley, it began to look like a country house. “I’ve found that people transfer more of their hearts to their second residence,” explains McAlpine. “A primary home asks, ‘How do I present myself to the world?’ Whereas the second home is all-eyes-off. It’s the truth.” Arguing the shift, the architects cite growing requests for insular amenities like spirited-away offices, accessory dwellings devoted to health and hobby, and outdoor rooms. In the same thread, they’ve observed a return to country home traditions of yesteryear in a departure from open-concept floor plans to “destination kitchens” and defined dining rooms, and in a fresh emphasis on workhorses like mud rooms and cloak rooms. For Tankersley, “beautiful, casual spaces that speak of humility” crystallize the mood switch. “I don’t think anybody finds ego attractive anymore,” he adds. With e-design now de facto, it’s an interesting time for realizing these shifting ideals of luxury. Architect Peter Pennoyer offers a robust menu of in-house services, from virtual renderings that allow, say, finish sampling under different lighting exposures, to 3D-printed resin models that are accurate down to exterior brick count. The final tier? Virtual reality, a custom, hyper-realistic model in the cloud that clients access via headset, allowing them to “visit” and further specify their home before ground breaks. The technology has proved valuable on the back end, too. “During Covid, we’ve had meetings between our Manhattan office and our engineers in Connecticut where we’re all ‘together’ in a house in Florida, slapping Post-it notes on a virtual wall,” he laughs. “I think it challenges us to do things that are even more special for each project.” Technology is also fighting climate change. In California, architect Mary Ann Schicketanz has been championing sustainability for decades. Net-zero principles are as integral to her practice as permits, yet looking forward, she says, will require a more radical stance. “We build the same way we did 5,000 years
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Located in southern Ontario and designed by architecture firm Partisans, Fold House bends into the contours of a hillside through its wave-like wood-and-steel structure, representing the current trend toward curves and organic shapes in residential design.
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“I don’t think this is a flash in the pan,” says Josephson. “The more people see that this is achievable, the more people are going to want it and pursue it.” Creating surfaces with an interesting and compelling presence is exactly what Manhattan architecture-engineering firm edg is doing with its new customizable interior wall applications. While leveraged through 3D printing and AI technology, the firm offers “organic forms” consumers wouldn’t traditionally find in a contemporary box-like apartment building. “Living in a very ornamental city,” says the firm’s founder, John J. Meyer, “there is a natural desire to be creative when construction is extremely limited to brick and concrete.” Using hundreds of thousands of permutations from one algorithm to create these patterns, the options are limitless when it comes to creating wavelike, fluted or densely repeating patterns. This reinvigorated biomimicry reminds us that as humans we crave a connection to nature, and as interest in sustainability grows, the future will always be organic. “No one can deny in these designs that there’s dynamism and movement,” says Josephson. “The things we celebrate most, even in classical art, are decidedly organic.”
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It’s no coincidence that fluted, linear designs are making a major comeback. Often visible on surfaces and architectural details—think interior walls, exterior siding, stairwells and furnishings with wood grains—architects and designers say the undulating design is a nod to nature, offering a soothing, pleasing effect that’s right for the times. “Many believe the art you hang on the wall is what gives a home character,” says architect Kevin Alter of Alterstudio Architects. “However, I believe architecture allows walls to have their own charisma and not just as a kind of neutral surface, but actually something that has presence. I think that is powerful.” The oscillating details create a sense of coziness—akin to hygge— and standout visual appeal, especially when applied to wood materials, Alter explains. Similarly, Jonathan Friedman of Torontobased architecture studio Partisans says these striking applications allude to the modernism movement. “It’s a mashup—a lot of different eras are resurfacing right now,” he says. “By looking back and resynthesizing them, we can actually reinvigorate the architecture of today.” The firm’s Fold House project in southern Ontario, which showcases an undulating pool house structure enveloped into the side of a hill, puts the modern organic concept front and center. Cofounder Alex Josephson says that as these sculptural forms become more accessible, they grow more popular in the residential world.
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IN FRAME Fascinated by the way a mirror expands and reflects space into another dimension, master glass designer Alison Berger collaborated with RH on a collection that includes the Aperture Rectangular and Square Mirrors, shown in vintage brass and satin nickel. Each piece holds a swiveling lens that magnifies and distorts the details of a room, continuously casting changing patterns of light. rh.com
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TAKE A SEAT A sculptural silhouette with a pared down, minimalist aesthetic was the vision behind the Altus Chair by artist Marsia Holzer, who handcrafts her designs in a sprawling Tribeca studio. Assembled using bronze, stainless steel and walnut, the elegant seating is punctuated by a continuous, repeated curve of the chairback that invites one to sink in. marsiaholzer.com
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LIGHT SHOW Inspired by a lunar halo, Gabriel Scott’s Luna A Desk Lamp features elegant blown-glass shapes that reference the moon’s diffused light and soft glow. Available in Satin Brass with white stone and bronze glass, as well as in Black with dark stone and smoked glass, the petite pieces are assembled by artisans in the company’s Montreal studio. gabriel-scott.com
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BRASS BEAUTIES A marriage of form and function, the Gasper Bar and Counter Stools combine brass frames with rich leather-wrapped detailing for an elevated aesthetic. The graceful profile, with no arms or backs, allows for neatly tucking under a counter—ideal for kitchen or bar seating. The sleek, seamless look is a hallmark of an Arteriors design. arteriorshome.com
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Hershko, a sought-after South Bay and Silicon Valley home builder and remodeler, presents an unorthodox but commonsense approach to creating luxurious custom residences. Disappointed by the lack of transparency, accountability, and synergy in the design-build and remodeling industries, Hershko started his company, HomeTech Construction & Design, in 2004 to offer homeowners a turnkey building experience that’s highly personalized, efficient, and streamlined. In a typical custom build project, design, engineering, and construction management are de-centralized and separate phases, which often results in clients with unmet needs, long cycle times, and project overruns. In this traditional business model, the client is still expected to do much of the heavy lifting in day-to-day coordination. It can be time-consuming and stressful, especially for discerning clients who don’t have the bandwidth or desire to micro-manage their new build or whole-house renovation. He saw that, in order to provide the level of service his clients deserved, his entire process requires a single point of contact and accountability among all parties. Hershko expertly assumes that role, providing a design-build service that is completely end-to-end, from initial concept to final delivery. “I simplify the entire building process for each of my clients,” said Hershko. His done-for-you luxury home design and construction is uniquely customized to reflect the authentic character of his clients without compromise or sacrifice. “I start with their ‘why’ then build upon that,” he said. His outcomes-focused system puts clients’ needs and their priorities front and center, so they become integral members of the design and construction team from start to finish. Much like a talented creative director at a Paris fashion house or New York ad agency, Hershko brings together top-tier and cross-functional talent to achieve and exceed desired outcomes. “I have to make sure there’s a lot of great chemistry between the client and the team,” he said.
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Hershko playfully likens his role to that of a matchmaker. All jokes aside, there’s truth to the sentiment, as each home build or remodel has a distinct personality and narrative, as one-of-a-kind as the clients themselves. He creates an environment of synergy and mutual trust, cultivating collaboration that’s holistic, authentic, and something clients can’t find anywhere else. By leveraging trusted partnerships with designers, engineers, and contractors, he has the agility and project-proven relationships to assemble the best and most appropriate team to meet the exacting demands of each project and to deliver exceptional building experiences. It was this spirit of synergy and collaboration that was the driving force behind the creation of his new web series, “Building Silicon Valley.” Hershko peels back the curtain for a behind-the-drywall glimpse of how he and his team bring a client’s dream home to life. Homebuilding is one part art, one part engineering, and a lot of communication and attention to detail. Throughout the episodes, the audience gets a front-row seat to the exhilaration, surprises, and problem-solving that come with each new project. It’s during this video series that Hershko hopes his audience will see the level of exemplary service he cultivates on and off the job site. “We are a service-based company,” said Hershko. “For us, it’s very personal, and we focus on agility, responsiveness, and flexibility—terms that are not often associated with the building industry, but that’s what we deliver.” To view Moses Hershko’s work and schedule a consultation, visit hometechconstruction.com or contact HomeTech Construction & Design at 408.542.0833.
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STYLISH DRINKS AND DEDICATED BEVERAGE LOUNGES UP THE ANTE ON HOME ENTERTAINING.
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Designer Jennifer Bunsa aims for each project to be distinct. “I like for the personality of my clients to shine through—it should really be all about them,” she explains. When the time came to renovate a residence in Connecticut for homeowners in the food and wine industry, devoting a separate area in the house to a beautiful bar was agreed upon from the outset. jenniferbunsa.com Where is the bar located in the house? The renovated room you see here is actually a connector between two historic structures that date back to 1790. It’s really the first thing you see when you walk in the front door. I wanted the shiplap to echo the exterior of the old farmhouse while the reclaimed beams nod to original wooden posts unearthed during building. How is this spot used? Because of the homeowners’ line of work, we wanted to craft a special space for pouring beautiful wine and stirring cocktails—this is important to them. The wife also makes coffee here each morning, sits down and has a moment to herself after the children go to school. I like to think this nook provides a calming influence at any time of the day. Talk to us about the materials. The idea was to create contrast within the room but to keep it elevated with warmer tones and textures like the charred pine cabinetry, striking marble surfaces and unlacquered brass hardware, which is used throughout the home. I worked closely with Amuneal on the design and they completely understood the vision! In Weston, Connecticut, Jennifer Bunsa incorporated a Vola faucet, Miele coffee maker and Sub-Zero wine refrigerator into the bar space she designed with Amuneal, which features charred pine cabinetry and brass detailing. Benjamin Moore’s Simply White decorates the walls; the leather chairs are by Bassam Fellows.
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Master fabricators Amuneal do it all—from creating doors and stairways to designing sleek kitchens and closets—but the brand’s sophisticated bar configurations are truly top of the line. CEO Adam Kamens discusses what goes into creating these polished vignettes. amuneal.com Make the bar specific to the space. It’s common to see these areas against a wall but Jennifer Bunsa took a look at every angle in her project and created a beautiful combination with mounted, see-through shelving that incorporates the rest of the home. Consider the finishes. Texture is very important and can actually create depth and warmth within a space. Shou sugi ban was used here, and we actually take the wood and char it, creating a very tactile effect. Fabricate a focal point. Concealed bars used to be very popular but now people are really embracing these elegant schemes and making them an anchor of the room. Mix up shelving. Amuneal offers open and closed storage, as shown here. Sometimes you want to hide the mess. Doors can create a nice weight, while open shelving adds airiness.
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When outfitting the bar, don’t overlook the essentials: consider appliances, fittings, hardware and ice. Elevate your sipping experience with these market introductions.
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Inspired by the meeting of the sun and the moon, Rohl’s Eclissi Kitchen Faucet collection offers a touch of modernity for the most functional room in the home. The pieces showcase a bespoke approach with a large assortment of handle combinations, spout designs and finish options. Shown is the Satin Nickel U-Spout with a Satin Nickel and Satin Gold handle. houseofrohl.com
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Looking for a caffeine boost? The Built-in 24-inch Coffee Maker from Fisher & Paykel provides a streamlined, seamless aesthetic with all the latest bells and whistles. Program the machine to memorize your favorite order and start up at the same time each morning. The touch display holds data on refills, cleaning and maintenance. fisherpaykel.com
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A longtime customer of P.E. Guerin, the country’s oldest hardware firm, designer Jeffrey Bilhuber knew who to call when he wanted to see his hardware vision come to life. While an antique cut-glass knob was the original starting point, the result rendered all facets of the hardware in metal for a dazzling effect. The suite includes No. 78771 Faceted Pull and No. 78740 Faceted Door Knob, shown below. peguerin.com
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LG’s newest cooling model is the InstaView Side-by-Side Refrigerator, which includes several innovative features such as a UVnano water dispensing nozzle, door-in-door design and larger glass panels that allow for easy viewing inside. Ice upgrade: The dual ice maker with craft ice offers cubed, crushed or slow-melting round ice spheres (above). lg.com
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Working with architect Garrett P. Nelson, designer Jolee Fennebresque chose a Brizo faucet, Niermann Weeks chandelier and RH pendants for this bar room in Charlotte, North Carolina. A custom paint color from Eastway Paints and art by Sarah Helser from Hidell Brooks Gallery completes the look.
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Jolee Fennebresque of Fennebresque Interiors knew that a moody statement bar was on her client’s must-have list for her new-build home in Charlotte, North Carolina. But it wasn’t until Fennebresque saw the Tropical Storm Quartzite at the stone yard that the scheme started to take shape: the honey tones of the countertops
complement a custom brown-black paint color, setting the ideal backdrop for the art adorning the walls. To add warmth, she opted for brass detailing unifying the hardware, lighting, sink and faucet. The end result is a master class in balancing elements to achieve a glam but livable space. fennebresqueinteriors.com
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Wine enthusiasts know that how bottles are stored, and at what temperature, can make all the difference when uncorking a prized vintage. As bar and beverage centers continue to morph beyond the wine cellar, refrigeration for all types of drinks is top of mind. From craft beer and cold brews to sparkling water and homemade sodas, these new appliances keep refreshments fresh.
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Zephyr has introduced its Presrv Panel Ready Single Zone Beverage Cooler, which can be worked into existing under-counter cabinetry or rooms like the office, gym, bar or kitchen. One of the coldest units on the market, the appliance holds 7 bottles, 112 cans and goes down to 34° F making it ideal for storing soda and beer. zephyronline.com
KEEP COOL Designed for total flexibility, the innovative 24-inch Undercounter Convertible Drawer Refrigerator by Signature Kitchen Suite allows users to toggle between several temperature zones depending on what they need at the time. The six modes include pantry, fridge, bar, seafood, meat or freezer and can be instantly changed from -7° F to 50° F to accommodate grocery store purchases. Plus, Wi-Fi connectivity on the SKS app allows you to manage it all remotely from your phone. signaturekitchensuite.com
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EASY ACCESS Known for its amazing wine preservation systems, Dacor has added to its offerings with the 24-inch Integrated Wine Dispenser, shown in the new Graphite Stainless Steel finish. Using Argon gas technology, the latest model can store up to 4 bottles in dual temperature zones and keep the contents fresh for 60 days without the loss of flavor or aroma. dacor.com
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Color is personal and visceral, the perfect hue as cosseting as a cashmere wrap. Just ask designer Danielle Balanis, who swathed the walls of her office in an uplifting sage green and the ceilings in a sunny paisley wallpaper. Formerly the shadowy basement of her Mountain Brook, Alabama residence, Balanis made it her mission to imbue the newly crafted work-from-home space with optimism and inspiration, relying on garden-fresh tones and her collections of cherished artworks and antiques. “The colors are healing,” she says. “It’s my cocoon of creativity. I come down here, get lost and find my groove.”
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“Mustard is my number one, go-to color,” effuses designer Danielle Balanis. As testament, buffalo check portieres, Schumacher’s Katara paisley wallpaper on the ceiling and gimp fabric trimming the millwork bring a cheerful disposition to her otherwise deep green office space. daniellebalanis.com
Raised between Istanbul and Washington, D.C., interior designer Sara Bengur has a unique perspective on color associations. Luxe caught up with Bengur in the vibrant family room of a Manhattan client to hear her hot take on hue. sarabengur.com Where does a palette begin? I start by going to my clients’ homes with a giant bag full of fabrics, paint samples and carpets. I tell them to choose textures and colors they like— no stress, no ‘where would it go?’—just pure instinct. The pile they create becomes my starting point. Tell us about this room. The inspiration was the Proportio Exhibit at Palazzo Fortuny at the Venice Biennale, which my clients had seen and loved. In Venice, you notice lots of layers and rich colors. The room faces east onto a courtyard, so I felt using warmer tones of red and orange would ground the space. Advice for the color-shy? There’s a big difference between vegetable and commercial dyes. One thing I’ve found is that if you stick with natural vegetable dyes, and combine similar tones, you don’t get that unnecessary stimulation.
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What shades bring you comfort? Growing up in Turkey and vacationing in the Mediterranean, it was layers of ochre, terra-cotta and turquoise—whereas blue and green are the calming colors of the west. I find it fascinating that different cultures have different views on what nurtures. Where are you drawing inspiration lately? Anywhere! It could be an artwork or a great dress. The other night, I was watching the movie Luxor, and spied this Egyptian ferry painted in the most beautiful patterns of blue, red and peach. I had to pause and snap a picture. I’ll probably end up incorporating it somewhere.
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Naturalistic, multifaceted color compositions distinguish the rug collections developed by Christopher Farr in collaboration with British designer Gregory Parkinson. This year, ‘Intertwine,’ a new range defined by space-dyed yarns yielding dimensional color effects, joins the inaugural collection, ‘Woven,’ sampled here in Color Weave Kilim in Mauve Straw and Beach Weave in Ocean Jade. Each rug is made-to-order in Mirzapur, India, with the ability to customize across hue, construction, size and style. christopherfarr.com
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PERFECT COCKTAIL “People think of our work as colorful, but if you actually look it’s quite neutral and restrained in a way,” insists designer Beata Heuman. Take for instance this London snug, where orange tigers prance across the walls and a theatrically canopied azure sofa stares down a moss green rug. Somehow, the tone is serene. “Generally, I do neutral backdrops with flashes of color where you wouldn’t expect it,” explains Heuman, whose whimsical portfolio shines in her new book, Every Room Should Sing. “In this room, the traditional order would have been plain walls and pattern on the furniture, so we tried to invert that.”
Another trick: Using the same white paint across a home’s ceilings and woodwork, a move she deems “really important to tying things together.” Heuman credits her philosophy to a deep-seated passion for art, citing Vermeer’s color mastery in particular as aspiration. “Think of his paintings. They’re all dark and neutral, and then you’ll spot these flashes—a white collar, a red lip.” Similarly, “every room needs a pop of color,” she says. “Here, it’s the red beak of the bird on the pillow, and I have to say, that pillar box red is great. If a room doesn’t feel quite vibrant enough, adding a tiny splash of it can really lift things.” beataheuman.com
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“I’ve been known to decorate in blues and whites with natural touches, but lately, I’m in a whirlwind of devotion to pinks, greens and corals. I’m working on a London flat in those tones—dreaming of it now!” –AMANDA LINDROTH
“I’m governed by haute couture, and by the jewel tones and geometric energies found in nature. Admittedly, I’m an unapologetic maximalist, but I don’t believe in going bold ‘just because.’ ” –COREY DAMEN JENKINS Hidden Sapphire Paint / benjaminmoore.com. Game Show Fabric in Teal by Mulberry Home / leejofa.com. Custom Inlay / cbhardwoodfloors.com. Birds Tapestry Wallcovering / fschumacher.com. Zuqualla Tape in Multi/Gold / leejofa.com. Cotswold Thumb Latch in Burnished Brass / armacmartin.com.
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“I’m drawn to masculine colors and materials juxtaposed in surprising yet classic combinations. I love deep browns and blues, and rarely use cool tones. If I bring in a gray or a white, it has to be warm.” –DAVID FRAZIER Tanner’s Brown Paint / farrow-ball.com. Reclaimed Longleaf Heart Pine in Chalk / thehudsonco.com. Venimeuses Fabric in Nuit / pierrefrey.com. Toscana Braided Leather Cord in Hazelnut / samuelandsons.com. No 6071 Flush Ring Pull in Polished Nickel / nanz.com. Horsehair Wallcovering in Clydesdale / phillipjeffries.com.
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“I love integrating color, but prefer to work within a more muddy palette. I gravitate toward tones with a bit of brown in them, as they read more neutral and play well together, often in unexpected ways.” –HEIDI CAILLIER Setting Plaster Paint / farrow-ball.com. Marble Field Tile in Lilac / artistictile.com. Dolino Linen Fabric in Kaki / pierrefrey.com. Hollyhock Hand Block Fabric in Aubergine/Mint / jeanmonro.com. Zellige Tile in Weathered White / cletile.com. Ball Cabinet Knob in Unlacquered Brass / rejuvenation.com.
GRASS ROOTS DESIGNER BENNETT LEIFER SHARES THE QUARANTINE COLOR JOURNEY THAT MADE HIM LOVE HIS APARTMENT AGAIN. AS TO L D TO G R AC E BE ULE Y HUN T
My dad worked in finance, but he was very artistic. When I was a child, we’d spend weekends at the tiki bar in my grandparents’ basement painting and drawing. In college, I studied art history (as well as business), and I’ve always admired landscapes in particular. There’s this pensive, thoughtful quality to oil paintings that I love staring at—something about those rich, botanical greens. Which brings us to Covid. I had become a bit of a workaholic, rolling out of bed, crawling into sweatpants, going to the computer, and before I knew it, the day was done. I was looking for a hobby, and I thought, ‘Why not try oil painting?’ I did a ton of research, ordered my materials, and set out for the park near my apartment. I have to tell you, it was … truly embarrassing. There I was setting up the easel with an instruction manual, dabbing at my painter’s palette. At first there was this fear of judgment, but pushing through that fear to the other side was really wonderful. As the weather grew cold, I came inside and realized I needed a dedicated space for my hobby. Rekindling my love of botanical green, I began refreshing my apartment, starting in
the living room where I got rid of my enormous dining table (since I haven’t been entertaining at scale), adding a tea table for meals and artwork in its place. Then, I began pulling in threads of green scattered through my home. My favorite decorative screen—a gift from deGournay—used to sit in the foyer where I never saw it. Now, it anchors the space. Similarly, I had a beautiful Tai Ping carpet in my bedroom, where it’s wonderful, sweeping pattern of green and blue was hidden under a mattress. Now, I enjoy it every day. I added plants and reconceived my art collection. You know those moments when you just feel chic at home? The other night, I was FaceTiming with a friend, drinking from a green Baccarat glass, and I thought, ‘I feel chic!’ And I think it’s because I’m living in color. Green is amazing: It’s that perfect lagoon water, that perfect emerald jewel, that perfect eye color. There are these few tones of green that just make me smile. bennettleifer.com
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Introducing the 2021 LUXE Awards honoring excellence excellence,, innovation and the best residential architecture, interior design and landscape architecture projects across the country. country
Meet the Judges Luxe Interiors + Design invited design professionals from across the country to compete in the 2021 Luxe RED Awards, recognizing residential excellence in design. After receiving more than 1,000 entries, a panel of industry experts selected regional winners across 10 categories. Winners then competed for national recognition, and the public’s favorite projects vied for our Readers’ Choice awards. Meet the judges below, and turn the page to view this year’s winners.
Alessandra Branca
Gale Singer
Marc Appleton
DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, BRANCA, INC.
FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, CIRCA LIGHTING
FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL, APPLETON PARTNERS LLP – ARCHITECTS
Internationally celebrated for interiors with an inviting flair, Alessandra Branca has a classicism running through her veins. Branca blends color, pattern and texture with an abundant sense of joy, a little wink, and the wisdom to make it all work in perfect harmony. The hallmark of any Branca interior is authenticity—reverence for quality craftsmanship, finely-tuned proportion and scale, rigorous attention to detail and a focus on the individual client. Whether she’s creating a family beach house, a Park Avenue pied-à-terre, a sailboat or a private club, Branca delivers a distinct point of view—and a deep understanding of how we want to live, wherever we find ourselves.
As the quintessential reseller of Visual Comfort & Co. family of brands, Circa Lighting is the premier resource for top-tier lighting products. Since 1998 when Gale Singer opened the first showroom in Savannah, Georgia, her business acumen has afforded the company broad renown among the design community and sustained growth, including product collaborations with design elites such as Chapman & Myers, Thomas O’Brien, Alexa Hampton, Suzanne Kasler and Kelly Wearstler. Singer was the 2020 recipient of the New York School of Interior Design’s Larry Kravet Design Industry Innovation Award. She remains committed to beautiful design and a brilliant customer experience.
Marc Appleton received a B.A. honors degree in English from Harvard College, and a Master of Architecture degree from The Yale School of Architecture. His work has received many awards from the American Institute of Architects and other organizations and has been widely published. He has won the Westweek Star of Design Lifetime Achievement Award, the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art’s Ross Awards Board of Directors Honor, and he was the first recipient of the Design Leadership Network’s Design Leadership Award. A native of California and Arizona, he is a founding member of the Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch Foundation in Arizona and the Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art in San Diego.
Mark D. Sikes
Stephen Elrod
Pamela Jaccarino
INTERIOR DESIGNER AND FOUNDER, MARK D. SIKES INC.
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, LEE JOFA AND BRUNSCHWIG & FILS
VICE PRESIDENT AND EDITOR IN CHIEF, LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN
Mark D. Sikes is an esteemed interior designer and tastemaker working on projects throughout the United States. He is known for all-American sensibilities and a fresh take on classical aesthetics. Sikes has a talent for creating beautiful and timeless interiors that embody an indoor/outdoor lifestyle. His rooms for the Kips Bay Show House in New York, Greystone in Beverly Hills, the Southern Living Show House in Birmingham and the Coastal Living Show House in Newport have been much celebrated. His first book, Beautiful, was a New York Times bestseller and his new book from Rizzoli, More Beautiful, debuted in September 2020.
A native of Southern Indiana, Stephen Elrod graduated from Indiana University and practiced as a residential interior designer before shifting to design trade showrooms and retail stores. His passion for interiors and product design form the backbone of his four-decade career, which includes positions with Baker, Knapp & Tubbs in Chicago, F. Schumacher & Company in New York, and Kravet, Inc., where he was asked to be Creative Director of Lee Jofa. Upon the acquisition of Brunschwig & Fils by Kravet in 2011, Elrod became Executive Vice President, Creative Director overseeing their design studios and guiding the venerable houses of Lee Jofa and Brunschwig & Fils.
A native New Yorker, Pamela Jaccarino is the founding editor in chief of Luxe Interiors + Design, the largest residential architecture and design brand in the country, a position she has held since 2005. Jaccarino has been instrumental in the growth of the brand and continues to champion its fresh vision and evolution. She also frequently lectures on design-related topics. Prior to joining Sandow in 2002, she was an executive editor with the LVMH Group.
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The design team grounded this open and airy Denver home with vintage furniture, handwoven wool rugs and statement pieces from local artisans, including Denver aerial photographer Evan Anderman. Windows surrounding an interior courtyard let in a flood of light in this inviting Houston home. The formal living room features a vaulted ceiling accented by an ethereal Tara Shaw plaster chandelier. 3 . LINDSAY GER BER INTER IOR S S A N F R A N C I S C O
For a San Francisco home designed in collaboration with Forma Construction, a mix of high-end materials like Venetian plaster and durable fabrics combined to create a family-friendly space. 4 . OWNBY DESIGN A R I Z O N A
Douglas-fir ceilings are carried from the interiors to the exterior to reinforce this Paradise Valley, Arizona, residence’s connection to the outdoors. Textiles, rugs and lighting contribute to the organic ambience. 5 . LUCAS P A C I F I C N O R T H W E S T
Along with Hill Construction Company, the team renovated this cliffside La Jolla, California, house, working with materials, such as limestone, bronze and terrazzo, inspired by the coastal wildlife. 6 . ER IN SANDER DESIGN D A L L A S + F O R T W O R T H
A neutral palette and expansive windows give this Dallas dwelling a bright and inviting feel ideal for family gatherings and intimate areas for daily living. 7 . AMTOWER INTER IOR + DESIGN S O U T H E A S T
To create a light and soothing atmosphere in this Atlanta home, the team replaced existing floors with white oak, stripped away moldings and turned to materials like alpaca linen drapery and silk velvet pillows.
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photos: annabode: brandon lopez. marie flanigan interiors: julie soefer. lindsay gerber interiors: christopher stark. ownby design: digitography by dino. lucas: aaron leitz. erin sander design: nathan schroder photography. amtower interior + design: sarah dorio.
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brad ford id: evan joseph. denise morrison interiors: shade degges. nicole white designs interiors: kris tamburello. magni kalman design: manolo langis. amy carman design: ryan hainey. international designers by rita chraibi: barry grossman. marcus mohon interiors: peter vitale.
This New York residence features a combination of contemporary and iconic furniture pieces that complement the design ethos of architect Jean Nouvel and interior architect Thierry Despont. 9 . DENISE MOR R ISON INTER IO R S SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Alongside Devco Homes and architect Bill Guidero, the team selected textured materials to create this organic yet sophisticated space in Corona Del Mar, California. A palette of ivory, black and wood walks the line between rustic and modern. 1 0 . NICOLE WHITE DESIGNS IN T ER I OR S PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D
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Monochromatic colors bring a modern edge to this Coconut Grove, Florida, condo while serving as the perfect backdrop for a bold art collection and two green sofas in the living room. 1 1 . MAGNI KALMAN DESIGN L O S A N G E L E S
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In this Corona Del Mar, California, residence, walls of glass slide open to a central courtyard complete with water feature, 50-yearold bonsai tree and a digital art installation by Jennifer Steinkamp.
1 2 . AMY CAR MAN DESIGN C H I C A G O Rustic refinement abounds in a Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin lodge. Glass, steel and fieldstone are accented by rift-sawn white oak-clad walls that tie the home into the surrounding landscape. 1 3 . I N T E R N AT I O N A L D E S I G N E R S BY R I TA C H R A I B I M I A M I
Overlooking Biscayne Bay, this Miami abode aims to harmonize high fashion with interior design. Blue tones and graphic patterns by Kenzo Takada complement water views. 1 4 . MAR CU S MOHON INTER IOR S AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Located just outside of Aspen, Colorado, this sleek home perched on the edge of a gorge was designed to embrace the views while the organic materials palette lends warmth.
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A dark, dated Tuscan-style Scottsdale, Arizona, abode received a modern refresh in record time. Over the course of just three months, the design team brought in all new furnishings to create bright and family-friendly spaces. 2 . M OT IF D E S IGN SO LUTIO NS , LLC COLORADO
Updates to the floor plan allow for greater connectivity between living spaces, while rich leather, tribal textures and black-stained walls and millwork transform this Tudor-style Ken Caryl, Colorado, home into a modern-day castle.
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Designed by architect Martin Boyer in 1931, the renovation of this Charlotte, North Carolina, abode aimed to make spaces more inviting. Dark rooms were brightened with a palette of ivory, blue and gray, while heavy window treatments were replaced with whimsical printed linen draperies. 4 . D E N IS E M ORRIS O N INTE RIO RS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Taking cues from the Spanish Colonial architecture and seaside locale of this San Clemente, California, dwelling, the team selected natural flooring and patterned and textured pieces, like the vintage pillows in the primary bedroom. 5 . A L E X IN T E RIO RS , INC . H O U S T O N
Modern steel windows and custom white-oak flooring contribute to this Houston residence’s mix of new- and oldworld elements. Traditional furniture was updated with clean lines and clad with fabrics in cool tones for a light and airy feel. 6 . C H RIST IN E JA H AN DE S IG NS L O S A N G E L E S
An antique circular table and refinished wood floors pay homage to this Arcadia, California, home’s Federal style architecture while multidimensional gray wallpaper with subtle hints of pink enlivens the space.
7 . SULLIVAN DESIGN STUDIO S A N F R A N C I S C O Graceful lines, rich-toned woodwork, carved crown molding and elegant fabric selections give this traditional Los Altos Hills, California, home a sophisticated yet serene air. Neutral walls ground elaborate furnishings and pops of color.
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In this Greenwich, Connecticut, colonial home, classic and natural textures are infused with contemporary colors to add interest and dimension. Furnishings accented with darker woods and metals ground the larger spaces. 9 . P IC K E RIN G HO U SE INTE RIO RS DALLAS + FORT WORTH
A renovation of a Highland Park, Texas, residence saw spaces decorated with simplified forms and thoughtful details. In the dining room, a monochromatic color story starts on the boiserie and continues through the furnishings and rug.
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Cherished pieces of furniture from the clients’ previous home were updated and reupholstered in softer blues,
greens and cream to echo this colonial residence’s surroundings in Juno Beach, Florida. Traditional elements like custom wall panelings and cabinetry add texture. 1 1 . KR ISTEN NIX INTER IOR S AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Embracing the Southern aesthetic of this historic Austin home from 1940, the team layered colorful and playful modern pieces as well as antiques on to the traditional design to make the space feel timeless. 1 2 . Z.W. JAR OSZ AR CHITECT P. A. M I A M I
Working in tandem with Jarosz Development Corporation, the team utilized a monochromatic palette in this neoclassical-style Miami dwelling, relying on wall paneling, millwork and plaster molding to provide visual interest.
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Originally designed by Stuart Silk, this Seattle home received a fresh coat of white paint throughout along with new finishes in bronze, steel, limestone and pale oak. In the living room, the blue, green and gray palette draws inspiration from views of Lake Washington. 1 4 . JENNY BR OWN DESIG N S C H I C A G O For a bustling young family, an open floor plan was a must in the renovation of their Chicago home. While each room has its own unique personality, a palette of classic, colorful prints is subtly carried throughout the dwelling.
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Cast-concrete walls extend from the edges of the site toward this Dallas home’s interior spaces, creating courtyards with bright, nature-filled views from every room. A narrow channel of water connects the entry to the pool.
Embracing the narrow clearing their clients selected on Orcas Island, Washington, the firm created a linear living space that fits organically within the surrounding forest. Pocketing sliding doors at either end of the home allow for fluid movement between interiors and exteriors.
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Tucked into a hillside, this Scottsdale, Arizona, residence makes use of strategically placed glass walls to open the house to the surrounding desert. A mixeduse materials palette of wood paneling, stucco and metal complements the landscape.
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photos: specht architects: casey dunn. phx architecture: phil johnson. heliotrope architects: sean airhart. be design associates, inc.: kris tamburello. semple brown design: david lauer. barliswedlick: peter aaron.
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Contemporary minimalism reigns in this Ocean Ridge, Florida, abode. Stone archways at the front entrance guide the eye inside where full slabs of marble, back-lit glass and natural stone create an organic, calming atmosphere.
5 . SEMPLE BR OWN DESI G N C O L O R A D O
Wrapped in champagne-colored brick set off by moments of chocolate terra-cotta cladding, this Denver dwelling carries a midcentury modern aesthetic. Travertine flooring flows from the living room to the patio to blur the boundaries between interior and exterior. 6 . BAR LISWEDLICK G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K
Inspired by the clients’ rehabilitation of an old barn (in conjunction with expert Steven Miller) on their property in Waccabuc, New York, the firm created three barn-shaped volumes with a large courtyard between them. Views of the wild pasture conceived by designer Stephen Stimson complement the dining room’s casual and refined aesthetic.
7 . WHEELER KEAR NS AR CHITECTS CHICAGO
Single- and double-height spaces achieve the owner’s desire for both openness and intimacy in this Chicago residence. Working with Kadlec Architecture + Design, the firm used a neutral palette, allowing the architectural spiral staircase to shine. 8 . AIDLIN DAR LING DESIGN SAN FRANCISCO
Sited on a rocky desert plateau outside of Palm Desert, California, this home’s acetylated, burnt pine wood siding and interior collage of concrete, wood, stone and steel quietly contrast against the desert landscape’s lighter tones. 9 . XTEN AR CHITECTU R E L O S A N G E L E S
Interconnected volumes and planes define this Los Angeles residence. Working with Chimera Interiors, warm materials and earth tones were selected for the bathrooms to create an intimate environment. 1 0 . JEFFR EY DU NGAN AR CHITECTS SOUTHEAST
Texas limestone, cypress, hand-applied plaster and abundant light contribute to the quietly elegant atmosphere of a Lake Wehapa, Alabama, abode.
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To maximize this Newport Beach, California residence’s connection to the outdoors, three large sliding doors pocket away to turn the lower level into an open-air pavilion. Flooring between the exteriors and interiors blurs the lines between the spaces. 1 2 . [ STR ANG] DESIG N M I A M I
Thick horizontal slabs punctuate the levels of living in this Miami Beach abode, while floor-to-ceiling louvered doors provide a continuous flow from interior to exterior spaces. Exposed concrete and local custom millwork add visual interest. 1 3 . SMITHAR C AR CHI T EC TS DALLAS + FORT WORTH
By locating outdoor living spaces in the front half of this Dallas lot, the team preserved mature live oaks while maximizing garden space. A concrete wall bordered with lush vegetation visually protects the home, while a central atrium injects light into its heart.
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A fresh take on country French design, this Paradise Valley, Arizona, residence features exterior stone sourced from France and large steel doors and windows to capture views of Camelback Mountain. 2 . RON DAV IS C U STO M H O M E S DALLAS + FORT WORTH
Clean modern design meets sophisticated French chateau style in this Frisco, Texas, estate. An open floor plan directs views toward the pool area complete with a dramatic fire pit.
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Elements of 19th-century Greek Revival are woven in with artisanal quirks of the Lowcountry in this Green Pond, South Carolina, residence that was deconstructed into three separate pavilions connected only by outdoor hallways. 4 . ROBERT A. M. STER N AR CHITECTS G R E AT E R N E W YO R K
Exterior ornamentation abounds in this Virginia Beach, Virginia, abode, where picture windows are subdivided with muntins, and even the shingles are distinguished with diamond inserts and wave patterns.
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Built with sustainability in mind, the team opted for durable materials like shingles made of PVC and concrete roof tiles that look like cedar for this Newport Beach, California, home. 6 . WADE DESIGN AR CHITEC TS SAN FRANCISCO
To meet their clients’ desire for a home that embraced nature at every turn, the team created this low-lying compound in San Geronimo, California, where light permeates rooms from every angle.
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With an exterior palette of heavy stone and salvaged timbers, the outdoor living area of this Chappell Hill, Texas, dwelling is perfectly sited to capture panoramic views of the rolling terrain. 8 . EVENS AR CHITECTS,
A KAA DESIGN COMPANY
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The renovation of this 1930s Los Angeles home saw the restoration of many charming original touches, as well as the addition of modern features. The new dining room, enveloped in blue lacquer, is just one of those contemporary enhancements. 9 . EIGELBER GER AR CHITECTU R E AND DESIGN C O L O R A D O
Nestled at the base of Shadow Mountain, a materials palette of granite and wood
not only helps this Aspen, Colorado, ski chalet blend into its surroundings, but also ensures that it will age gracefully with time. 1 0 . GELOTTE H OMMAS
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A stone fireplace offset by wood and steel accents and floor-to-ceiling windows anchors this Cle Elum, Washington, great room. The rustic space creates a sense of fluidity between living, dining and kitchen areas, while distinct wall textures set each room apart. 1 1 . ROBBINS ARCHITECTURE INC. CHICAGO
Sited on top of a hill with expansive water views, this southwest Michigan home’s French doors welcome lakeside breezes inside. An interior palette of white and painted wood walls lends the space a timeless cottage atmosphere.
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A Medina, Washington, “sacred space” in which the owners could go to contemplate spiritual matters was brought to life through the use of post-and-beam construction and intricate hand-crafted joinery, in the manner of traditional Japanese teahouses. 2 . HAR RY HEISSMANN INC. G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K
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Wild and fun characterizes this dining room in a West Palm Beach, Florida, building by SCB, where the mix includes a floating wave credenza, a Peter Beard photograph of leopard cubs, Lucite chairs upholstered in multicolor velvet and a wicker giraffe bar. 3 . AMY CAR MAN DESIGN C H I C A G O
For the bar in this Beechwood, Wisconsin, vacation home, Amy Carman commissioned a mirrored front panel, and opted for a bunny-patterned Hunt Slonem-licensed wallpaper by Lee Jofa and Kelly Wearstler lamps. 4 . FEIN ZALKIN INTER IOR S M I A M I
Clean lines and architectural moldings specified by Jeffrey Dungan Architects was the key to creating the inviting design of this residence in Southwest Ranches, Florida, where neutrals were enhanced through stone, wallcoverings and dramatic lighting. 5 . ALLISON PALADINO INTER IOR DESIGN & C OL L EC T I ON S PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D
The juxtaposition of natural materials, specifically natural walnut for the steps and a backdrop of tactile limestone, render the staircase of a Jupiter, Florida, residence a functional work of art. 6 . LAU R A U DESIGN COLLECTIVE H O U S T O N
Dubbed “the conservatory,” this airy playroom in Pebble Beach, California, is swathed in a leaf-print wallcovering and captures a youthful vibe with the placement of lavender, pink and teal tones, textural rattan and a whimsical Selamat cactus. 7 . CHAD DOR SEY DESIGN D A L L A S + F O R T W O R T H
Style and serenity meet in this bay-inspired San Francisco “listening room,” which includes handmade task lighting and state-of-the-art sound equipment anchored by a fireplace.
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photos: aome architects: michael jensen photography. harry heissmann inc.: kris tamburello. amy carman design: dustin halleck. fein zalkin interiors: kris tamburello. allison paladino interior design & collections: sargent photography. laura u design collective: amy bartlam. chad dorsey design: douglas friedman.
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Excavated into a limestone hillside in the Texas Hill Country, the design of this private wine cave complete with tasting lounge, bar and temperature-controlled cellar is elevated by white-oak millwork, Douglas-fir dropped ceilings and pendant lighting. 9 . SU LLIVAN DESIGN STU DIO S A N F R A N C I S C O
This tea-and-meditation space in Atherton, California, was crafted to honor the owners’ Chinese heritage using grass window shades similar to traditional bamboo, a rug textured like a tatami mat and furnishings by Chinese furniture designer Chi Wing Lo. 1 0 . MU SSO DESIGN GR OU P S O U T H E A S T
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A gathering place for the entire family, this Atlanta home library features extraordinary design elements such as custom, curvedglass partitions made in Italy and hidden doors connected to private staircases that lead to another study and private office. 1 1 . LANDRY DESIGN GR OU P, I N C . L O S A N G E L E S
Created to resemble a subway station, this L.A. recreation room is outfitted with cast-iron columns, concrete floors, a barrel ceiling and recessed lighting; an antique mirror-lined bar with a leather-finished brown marble countertop adds a touch of glam. 1 2 . VERTICAL ARTS AR CHITEC T U R E C O L O R A D O
The owners of this Steamboat Springs, Colorado, home were delivered the spa-like feeling they requested, complete with abundant natural light, expansive mountain views and a living space that transitions seamlessly to the patio to maximize the enjoyment of outdoor living. 1 3 . R EDÜ HOME, LLC S O U T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A
A representation of indoor-outdoor style, the living room at the center of this Palm Springs, California, home features pocketed window walls that disappear, custom bronze screens and a threesided fireplace clad in limestone slabs. 1 4 . CANDELAR IA DESIGN ASS OC I AT ES A R I Z O N A
Sophisticated and fun all at the same time, this indoor bowling alley at a Rio Verde, Arizona, home features luxe upholstered wallcoverings, a full bar and lounge area, and an aquarium separating it from a billiards area.
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Mint and blue hues on the cabinets and Fireclay Tile backsplash contrast with white quartz countertops in this Coronado, California, kitchen, a palette driven by the clients’ love of gardening. 2 . 1 80 D E G RE E S D E S IG N + B UILD A R I Z O N A
The residents’ affinity for bold colors yielded the vivid marigold chosen for the entry of this Phoenix home. The hue, inspired by desert blooms, balances the ivory stucco and red glow of nearby Camelback Mountain. 3 . BE N JA M IN J OH NSTO N DE S IG N, LLC H O U S T O N
Pink stripes and prints, along with orange accents and original artwork, fulfilled the clients’ request for a playful bedroom for their granddaughters to stay in when visiting their Houston home. 4 . A L L IS O N BU RK E INTE RIO R DE S IG N AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
While the art collection in this Austin penthouse commands focus, color ranging from cool grays to rich jewel tones serves as a continuous thread bringing warmth, comfort and depth. 5 . P E N N Y BL AC K IN TE RIO RS LLC . PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T
Depending on the time of day, when light hits the 3M Dichroic glass of the stair, it refracts and casts shadows in colors and shapes to dramatic visual effect in this Portland, Oregon, dwelling. 6 . HO U S E O F N OM AD S O U T H E A S T
Balinese design was the jumping-off point for this modern home office in Davidson, North Carolina. Sherwin-Williams’ moody Dark Night for the walls amps up the impact of the black, wood and rattan elements. 7 . L A N T H IA HO G G D E S IG NS C O L O R A D O
Thanks to a whimsical custom silk-and-wool Stark carpet and an Arno Bruse artwork reminiscent of Piet Mondrian nearby, this Denver residence is a showcase in primary colors.
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photos: j hill interiors, inc.: jenny siegwart. 180 degrees design + build: an pham. benjamin johnston design, llc: courtesy benjamin johnston. allison burke interior design: casey dunn. penny black interiors llc.: christopher dibble. house of nomad: dustin peck photography. lanthia hogg designs: susie brenner photography.
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White-oak paneled walls and neutrals for the coffee table, chairs and carpet in this Manhattan apartment’s living room allow prominent statement pieces—artwork in vivid chartreuse and the blue velvet Vladimir Kagan sofa—to pop. 9 . JENNY BR OWN DESIGNS C H I C A G O
Playing off the plantings in the garden outside, a cheery green offers maximum impact in this Chicago family room. Blue accents complement the hues in the tartan carpet underfoot. 1 0 . SU SAN MASTER MAN AR C H I T EC TS LOS ANGELES
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Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue in a glossy finish draws the eye to a bar area in the main public rooms of this Nantucket, Massachusetts, retreat. An interior window acts as a subtle screen and preserves the surprise when rounding the corner. 1 1 . ALLISON PALADINO INTE R I OR D ESI G N & COLLECTIONS P A L M B E A C H + B R O W A R D For this Jupiter, Florida, home, the clients asked for outside-ofthe-box color. In a guest bedroom, the yellows on the bed and bench’s upholstery and artwork animate the space.
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Gray, white, cream and brown tones in the living room of this Dallas house set the stage for the clients’ art collection, including a Miles Aldridge photograph selected with art consultant Jennifer Klos. 1 3 . B PILA DESIGN STU DIO M I A M I
An intense blue conjures up a coastal feel and connects the bar and lounge to the living room of this Miami home. The deep shade on the walls makes the white-painted millwork stand out. 1 4 . FAU LKNER AR CHITECTS S A N F R A N C I S C O Red-orange glass imbues spaces in this Truckee, California, home with a hue that recalls the color of cooling magma, a nod to the geological history of the area.
photos: claus f. rademacher architects: christian torres photography. jenny brown designs: cynthia lynn kim. susan masterman architects: leigh mccarthy 2020. allison paladino interior design & collections: sargent photography. studio thomas james: costa christ. b pila design studio: nick johnson. faulkner architects: joe fletcher.
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Thanks to a U-shaped plan, the backyard of this Santa Barbara-style Dallas abode is visible on three sides and acts as a centerpiece and entertaining venue. 2 . HO L L A N D E R D E SIG N LANDS CAP E A RC HIT E C TS G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K
Between the agricultural fields and saltwater ponds of Long Island, the landscape of this contemporary home celebrates its distinctive location and ecosystem. It offers a rooftop garden that evokes a blooming meadow. 3 . STAC I M U N IC IN TE RIO RS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Versatile outdoor space was paramount to this midcentury Palm Springs, California, abode’s overall concept. At the entry, comfortable seating and a fire pit greet visitors.
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6 . FER NANDO WONG OU T D OOR LIVING DESIGN P A L M B E A C H + B R O W A R D Reviving this iconic West Palm Beach property, originally the work of architect John L. Volk meant restoring the iconic gardens, including several landmarked trees while establishing livable spaces for its modern-day inhabitants.
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7 . COLWELL SHELOR LAN D SCA PE AR CHITECTU R E A R I Z O N A Harmonizing the built structure and the site was the goal behind the creation of this Paradise Valley, Arizona, home. A courtyard off the main bedroom features a sculptural palette of cactuses, aloes and a blooming Bauhinia tree.
Seasonal changes, filtered sunlight, existing natural systems and an appreciation for the development patterns of classic Western homesteads influenced this Aspen, Colorado, retreat nestled within a mature aspen forest.
The landscape of this Carmel Valley, California, home, ideally situated at the top of a gently sloping hill, includes a sun-drenched meadow of native perennial grasses that soften the transition to the garden’s edges.
photos: jason osterberger designs: nathan schroder photography. hollander design landscape architects: charles mayer photography. staci munic interiors: lance gerber. design workshop, inc.: brandon huttenlocher / design workshop, inc. bliss landscape architecture: paul dyer. fernando wong outdoor living design: brantley photography. colwell shelor landscape architecture: caitlin atkinson.
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Under the eye of its current owner, the gardens of this Lake Forest, Illinois, home—the former gatehouse of a 1929 estate by architect David Adler—have been transformed with ample areas for outdoor lounging. 9 . MIKE STAKE STU DIO M I A M I
An ocean-front home in Puako, Hawaii, emphasizes indoor-outdoor living. Perhaps the crown jewel is a secluded terrace spa bath with wood and coral-stone clad walls and hand-glazed Japanese ceramic tile flooring.
photos: mariani landscape: dustin halleck. mike stake studio: josh wells. cdk interior design: chris little photography. lush greenscape design: matthew niemann. creative tonic design: julie soefer. stuart silk architects: aaron leitz. susan masterman architects: erika bierman.
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Designed with easy outdoor living in mind, this covered area off an Atlanta home’s kitchen operates as a staging area for parties or alfresco cooking. Nearby is a dining spot appointed with stylish yet durable seating. 1 1 . LU SH GR EENSCAPE DESIGN AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Multiple spots to gather, integrated seating and a dedicated space for children in the courtyard of this
New Braunfels, Texas, dwelling foster interaction among generations. 1 2 . CR EATIVE TONIC D ESI G N H O U S T O N
Completed in collaboration with Robert Dame Designs and Thompson Custom Homes, this Houston residence features steel windows, Rocky Mountain Hardware details and custom lighting that continue into the outdoor spaces.
1 3 . STUART SILK AR CH I T EC TS PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T
Siting four pavilions—connected to one another by a covered walkway—at the edges of the Seattle property formed a central courtyard. The owner’s collection of specimen trees served as the foundation for the garden. 1 4 . SU SAN MASTER MA N A R C H I T EC TS LOS ANGELES
The landscape of this 1922 South Pasadena, California, house by architect Reginald Johnson is steeped in Italian garden design traditions but is also usable, low-maintenance and family-friendly.
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This 1945 Fort Worth abode underwent a significant interior and exterior renovation, with highlights including the addition of a front entry, new siding on the façade, and a reworked floor plan. 2 . A N D RE A G OL D MAN DE S IG N C H I C A G O
A Pine Lake, Wisconsin, home now offers ample room for entertaining and comfortable living with updated finishes such as painted beams and whitewashed oak floors. 3 . T HE D E S IGN AT E LIE R S O U T H E A S T
The environment drove the earthy palette of this Clarkesville, Georgia, getaway, which was remodeled in collaboration with architecture firm Pritchett + Dixon and builder SJ Contracting. 4 . N E IG HBOR IN T E R IO RS H O U S T O N
To accommodate a growing family, this Southlake, Texas, abode gained square footage by extending the main living area. The interior spaces speak to the property’s generations of family history but support its current inhabitants comfortably. 5 . J E N N IF E R ROBIN INTE RIO RS S A N F R A N C I S C O
This 1880s Healdsburg, California, home emerged after a twoyear renovation with interiors that reflect an updated take on a Victorian farmhouse but with some industrial twists. 6 . C C M A RC HIT E C TURE & CO NSTRUCTIO N PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T
While a landmark in Maltby, Washington, this Gothic-style barn had fallen into disrepair. To revive it, the walls and roof were pulled back into alignment, rotten trusses were replaced, and reclaimed lumber and Cor-Ten steel now clad the exterior.
7 . A N D E RS L ASAT E R ARC H ITE C TS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
This Laguna Beach, California, home benefited from a face-lift that revamped the layout, moved the cramped stairway near an outside wall and pierced the kitchen ceiling with a skylight.
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The reimagining of this Aspen, Colorado, home had three goals: open the structure to the impressive mountain views; create a stronger connection to its context through material palette and textures; and enhance the outdoor spaces. 9 . HAR R ISON DESIGN L O S A N G E L E S
Inspired by its natural setting and European design, this Santa Barbara home boasts a reconfigured floor plan to facilitate easy entertaining and a luxurious materials palette of reclaimed wood floors, antique French stone and intricate ceiling details. 1 0 . P&H INTER IOR S P A L M B E A C H + B R O W A R D
To update this Boca Raton, Florida, home, curving, Mediterranean lines were eliminated in favor of a more orthogonal direction. Taupe tones balance heavier architectural features, while glass, mirror and metallic accents provide an edge.
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It took two years to transform this 1854 Greek Revival Brooklyn brownstone from 10 condo units into a single townhome. In the living room, a custom marble fireplace feels congruent with the home’s history.
1 2 . CHOEFF LEVY FIS C H MA N AR CHITECTU R E + DESI G N M I A M I To modernize the layout of this Miami Beach home, the media room now opens to the living room. Walls painted a dark blue give the space its own presence. 1 3 . JOHN GR ABLE AR C H I T EC TS, I N C . AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Preserving this San Antonio home—a 1930s structure of cast-concrete blocks–required removing all previous additions. The new series of one-room-wide gables recalls the building principles of the era in which it was first built. 1 4 . DR EWETT WOR KS A R I Z O N A
photos: ka designworks: dallas & harris photography. harrison design: jim bartsch. p&h interiors: living proof real estate photography. the brooklyn home company: matthew williams. choeff levy fischman architecture + design: charlie garcia. john grable architects, inc.: dror baldinger, faia. drewett works: eric kruk.
With a farmhouse style that nods to the surrounding neighborhood’s agricultural roots, what was once an oddly-shaped outbuilding on this Scottsdale, Arizona, property is now an entertainment pavilion complete with bi-fold doors, a fireplace and a bar.
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Classic black, white and brass figure prominently in this Dallas kitchen, but artwork, selected by art consultant Jennifer Klos, instead of upper cabinets, upends preconceived notions of how such spaces should look. Black granite countertops and furnishings in dark finishes contrast boldly with the backdrop of white walls and a rustic wood-paneled ceiling in this Miami kitchen. The effect is sleek, modern and dramatic.
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After a remodel, the kitchen in this 1970s Littleton, Colorado, home now benefits from a functional, open layout filled with natural light and a crisp, clean materials palette that includes walnut butcher block, picket tiles and mixed metal details. This Palm Springs, California, kitchen, positioned in the center of the home, incorporates a corner window to capture mountain views. By recessing the window header into the truss system, the ceiling runs seamlessly into the eaves.
5 . DONNA DU FR ESNE IN T ER I OR D ESI G N PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T
Striking a balance between the appeal of an older home and fresh design elements and materials informed the mix of Shaker-style cabinets, hexagonal tile, whimsical wallpaper, brass accents and a modern light fixture in this Portland, Oregon, kitchen. 6 . PAR K AND OAK C H I C A G O Navy paint on the island and Carrara marble on the cleanlined hood put a fresh spin on traditional forms and materials in the kitchen of this new Western Springs, Illinois, residence.
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The warm neutrals, blacks, grays and metallic notes found in this Tomball, Texas, kitchen flow into the adjoining living room, dining room and pantry making for a modern and cohesive feel. 8 . LANEY LA L O S A N G E L E S
Inspired by the client’s passion for ceramics, each material in this Manhattan Beach, California, kitchen, from the Caesarstone and Silestone surfaces to the European oak floors, was chosen to create a sense of raw beauty. 9 . LANDED INTER IOR S & H OMES SAN FRANCISCO
A previous remodel had rendered a San Francisco kitchen incongruent with the rest of this 1914 home. After a renovation, the newly relocated space now harmonizes with the Arts and Craftsstyle architecture. 1 0 . CHR ISTY & COM PA N Y AR CHITECTU R E, LLC A R I Z O N A
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While the reclaimed wood beams, exposed mortar-washed adobe, and casement windows in this Scottsdale, Arizona, kitchen speak a rustic language, the top-of-the-line appliances and details such as the inset cookbook shelves underscore its utility for an avid chef and a baker. 1 1 . BR ADSHAW DESI G N S AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
Durability and functionality were top of mind in the renovation of this San Antonio kitchen, so using time-tested materials, such as quartzite for the island, was key as was the custom cabinetry.
1 2 . CHR ISTOPHER A R C H I T EC T U R E & INTER IOR S S O U T H E A S T In this modern Birmingham, Alabama, kitchen, symmetry serves as the guiding principle. A gracious arch opens to quarter-sawn white-oak veneer cabinets, honed black granite countertops and generous windows that flood the room with light. 1 3 . DR AKE/ANDER SON G R E AT E R N E W YO R K
Designed for stylish entertaining, this minimalist Manhattan kitchen features ebonized-oak cabinetry, a richly patinated bronze hood, Cristallo quartzite for the island top and an ethereal light fixture by Lambert & Fils.
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Calacatta paneling within the shower provides a touch of understated elegance to this Encinitas, California, bathroom. Brass accents and a crystal chandelier add to the Hollywood Regency style of the space. 2 . J. F IS HE R IN T E RIORS AUSTIN + SAN ANTONIO
To inject a healthy dose of color into this Austin bathroom, the team clad three walls as well as the double vanity countertop in a green-and-white Fusion granite from Brazil.
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Concrete walls and floor tile contrast with the vanity’s light wood finish in this minimalist bathroom in Dallas. Floor-toceiling glass in an aluminum frame subtly separates the white gloss soaking tub from the rest of the space. 4 . D’A M ORE IN T E RI O RS C O L O R A D O
Heavily framed mirrors and white shiplap walls add visual weight, while crystal chandeliers accent the expansive architecture of this Larkspur, Colorado, bathroom. Knotty hickory his-and-hers vanities were topped with jeweled quartz and oversize cast-iron sinks. 5 . P E N N Y BL AC K IN TE RIO RS LLC . PA C I F I C N O R T H W E S T
In Portland, Oregon, a large stone tub surrounded by a bronze chain curtain takes pride of place atop a raised platform. Dark finishes such as black porcelain, walnut and bronze add to the intimate atmosphere. 6 . HA RRIS O N D E S IGN S O U T H E A S T
Floor-to-ceiling Galala honed limestone provides a contemporary backdrop to bold plumbing fixtures. A Persian lantern, Syrian mother-of-pearl mirror and an Italian-Egyptian Revival étagère add a touch of the exotic to the calming Atlanta bathroom. 7 . PA RK A N D OA K C H I C A G O Custom millwork in a soft gray provides the backdrop for this elegant bathroom in Western Springs, Illinois. Warm wood tones and natural textures balance the marble and overall cooler palette.
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Glass doors framed by elongated wood panels lend a modernist sensibility to the expansive main bath while connecting the space to a large outdoor spa set against Miami’s serene tropical landscape.
9 . PLAN ARCHITECTURE G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K
Skylights flanking the suspended barrel-vaulted foussana marble mosaic ceiling highlight a Calacatta fluted tile accent wall and custom vanity in this soft yet modern Saddle River, New Jersey, bathroom. 1 0 . T RACY D E S IG N STUDIO, LLC H O U S T O N
Inspired by the art of the Japanese spa and the Roman
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Tucked beneath bay windows overlooking the home’s Beverly Hills surrounds, the bathtub’s burnished iron base is one of many metallic accents against the room’s bright clean white palette. 1 2 . J MA INTER IOR DESIGN PA L M B E A C H + B R O WA R D
Taking cues from the pale pink main bedroom, a custom
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blush vanity and celadon accents add subtle color to this Jupiter, Florida, bathroom for a simple yet relaxing aesthetic. 1 3 . OWNBY DESIGN A R I Z O N A
A rounded soaking tub is warmed by the adjacent fireplace in this contemporary Paradise Valley, Arizona, home. The quartzite stone and blackened steel surround are balanced by the soft neutral tile palette. 1 4 . FDG DESIGN GR OU P S A N F R A N C I S C O
Bathed in natural light, this serene San Francisco shower is wrapped in walls of white marble. Teak wood slats underfoot and Kohler smart shower technology add to the spa-like experience.
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This Wayzata, Minnesota, home is all about timeless design with glass chandeliers, green accent pieces and checkered ceramic tile that offsets rift-cut white oak floors throughout. 2. TIF FA N Y S K IL L IN G INTE RIO RS B AT H R O O M
Formerly a spare bedroom, this bathroom in a 1926 English Tudor in Indianapolis now features a steam shower, a claw-foot tub beneath a sputnik-style chandelier and rich, green glazed tile. 3. F O RT É S P E C IA LT Y C O NTRACTO RS R E S TO R AT I O N O R R E N O VAT I O N
After gutting this Las Vegas townhouse, the team added an upstairs office/loft space
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followed by fresh finishes that included wood floors, white custom European cabinets, a marble island and floor-to-ceiling windows. 4. H UTKE R ARCHITECTS CONTEMPORARY/MODERN ARCHITECTURE
Projecting out onto a salt marsh in Duxbury, Massachusetts, this cottage appears as a single story from the road to respect the neighborhood’s historical character and features a Tory chimney. 5. W ILF RE DO E MANU EL DESIGNS WOW-FACTOR ROOM
Blue takes center stage in this Naples, Florida, entertaining area, from the leather-upholstered walls to the silver-leaf handmade wallpaper all set aglow by panels of blue agate.
photos: martha o’hara interiors: spacecrafting photography. tiffany skilling interiors: ashlee kindred. forté specialty contractors: courtesy forté specialty contractors. hutker architects: michael j. lee. wilfredo emanuel designs: blaine johnathan photography.
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The split floor plan of this new-build in Naples, Florida, was enhanced with eye-catching architectural elements throughout, from the ceilings to the moldings.
7 . FAR MER PAYNE AR CHITECTS LAN DSCAP E DESI GN /OUTDOOR R OOMS
At this DeBerry, Texas, ranch conceived for entertaining, Farmer Payne Architects brought in classic gables and reclaimed wood floors, creating a full outdoor kitchen and a cozy screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace. 8 . BR IDGET BEAR I DESIGNS KITCHEN
Among the highlights of this open-concept Atlanta kitchen completed in collaboration
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with Peter Block & Associates Architects, Inc. are built-in white-oak cabinetry and a marble island lit by crystal pendants from London. 9 . PU R PLE CHER RY A R C H I T EC TS CLASSI C/TR ADI TI ONAL ARCH I T E CT U RE
The custom compass inlay in the entryway of this Annapolis, Maryland, residence speaks to its locale, in harmony with millwork, built-in bookcases and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame water views. 1 0 . MARTHA O’H A R A I N T ER I OR S BEST USE OF COLOR
Peaceful and pretty at the same time, the pink-hued front door of this Prior Lake, Minnesota, home opens to an entryway of subtle statement moments that complement the feminine aesthetic.
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Designed with Laura Bohn Design Associates, this eco-friendly dwelling in Greenwich, Connecticut, focuses on geothermal energy with solar panels, storage for electric vehicles and landscaping by Oehme, van Sweden that encourages natural species and wildlife to thrive. 2 . DANA WOLTER INTER IOR S K I T C H E N
For a home in Mountain Brook, Alabama, walls were relocated to create a more functional kitchen, a new breakfast area and a pantry that connects to the dining room. Extra storage space was hidden in the island behind touch-latch doors.
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The owner’s art collection influenced the design of this San Francisco condo, where a gallery wall is the backdrop for a vivid snakeskin-inspired area rug, colorfully upholstered velvet armchairs and a cream-colored mohair sectional. 4 . DOUBLE B DESIGN L A N D S C A P E D E S I G N / O U T D O O R R O O M S
In McQueeney, Texas, the team overcame site topography challenges to imbue visually interesting landscape features such as a detail-driven plant palette, a play lawn and a water feature. 5 . PALM PACIFIC CONSTR U CTION B A T H R O O M
Two identically designed suites in Palm Springs, California, are highlighted by custom casework, stone counters and floor-to-ceiling Carrara marble sheets. A glass door leads to an outdoor shower, while a built-in body dryer renders towels unnecessary.
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photos: carol kurth architecture: eric laignel. dana wolter interiors: graham yelton. studio heimat: john merkl. double b design: andrea calo. palm pacific construction: benjamin veronis.
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Much of the original stone and woodwork in this 1890 Manhattan rowhouse was maintained and restored during its renovation, which saw the primary suite made into dressing, bathing, sleep and study quarters and a series of upstairs levels converted to an indoor-outdoor family living zone. 7 . GWEN CALLAN DESIGN W O W - F A C T O R R O O M A cool palette of grays and blues with warm woods complements the industrial edges in this “Party Barn” in Napa, California, where the team incorporated stained-concrete floors, black suspension beams and lighting, and walnut armoires with steel trim. 8 . LJ INTERIORS C L A S S I C / T R A D I T I O N A L I N T E R I O R D E S I G N
Nestled on the waterfront in Galveston, Texas, this welcoming home for a family of six is warmed by shiplap walls, a traditional staircase leading to a cupola and furnishings with durable performance fabrics.
9 . GELOTTE HOMMAS DR IVDAHL AR C H I T EC T U R E CLASSIC/TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE
For this Cle Elum, Washington, vacation home, the firm selected exterior materials that draw inspiration from the region’s historic mining roots, such as Cor-Ten steel roofing, rugged timber siding and stone accents.
photos: architecture in formation: michelle rose. gwen callan design: darren loveland. lj interiors: kerry kirk. gelotte hommas drivdahl architecture: john granen of john granen photography. daun curry design studio: emily gilbert.
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A waterfront retreat in Sag Harbor, New York, designed in collaboration with Barnes Coy Architecture evokes a summer vibe through a palette of beiges, creams and blues, natural materials such as wood and marble, and sculptural elements that echo the client’s art collection.
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For a new build in San Geronimo, California, Wade Design Architects devised a plan that embraced the surroundings, making use of steep hillsides as natural privacy barriers for bedrooms and bathrooms as well as a tranquil outdoor shower and spa retreat.
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For the remodel of a 1914 Arts and Crafts home in San Francisco, the kitchen was relocated to a section of the house with ample natural light. The team added new windows and architectural elements, as well as farmhouse-inspired materials, such as brick and salvaged wood beams, for an overall fresh look.
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A destination along a bend in the Blanco River in the Texas Hill Country, this private wine cave is excavated into a limestone hillside flanked by tall oak and elm trees, nearly disappearing into the native landscape. Within, a tasting lounge, bar and arched cellar surrounded by white-oak casework are tucked into a deep tunnel.
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This Charlotte, North Carolina, home was transformed to be more approachable and functional by repurposing existing spaces and brightening up dark rooms with a fresh, elegant color palette. The sun room, for instance, was reinvented as a bar and the large entry became overflow dining for dinner parties.
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To capture the cool aesthetic of its locale, each room of this Miami home was envisaged as a stand-alone “masterpiece,” with furnishings upholstered in haute couture fabrics and tones of blue incorporated throughout as a nod to the surrounding bay.
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To create a sustainable home that complements an existing barn restored by historic barn expert Steven Miller on a property in Waccabuc, New York, the architects mirrored the barn’s L-shape and positioned the house to form a large courtyard between the two structures; the surrounding landscape was entrusted to meadow designer Stephen Stimson.
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Hot pink and orange accented by tigers both stuffed and embroidered bring the fun to this granddaughters’ bedroom in Houston, as do original animations and artwork for the girls to enjoy during their visits.
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TRENDS IN RENOVATION In the hands of the building and renovation pros on the following pages, houses become homes, outfitted with every comfort, convenience and high-tech amenity. Whether a kitchen island-turned-study station, a home office-turned-workout space or a bedroom-turned-Zoom room, the lines of design have blurred. But their focus remains clear to honor the unique voice and soul of every project. Through communication and collaboration, they deliver livable designs that find the line between purpose and beauty—all with one overarching goal: to create happy, healthy homes for people to live in, work in, and love.
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SHEER BEAUTY •A esthetic value: The options are infinite when glass and digital printing are paired. The kitchen backsplash is an ideal place to experiment with this innovative concept, allowing for a statement-making focal point of limited proportion. “With a glass backsplash, CB Showers can print a one-of-a-kind finish that no one else has,” Telly says.
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nprecedented clarity: •U Upgrades to ultraclear glass are in high demand. The nearly invisible glass allows the tile, wood or other finishes to take center stage and offers unparalleled clarity in offices, wine rooms and showers. ense of space: •S Staircase railings have long been more than just a functional safety feature—they are used as important visual features in interior design. Clear glass panels can seemingly enlarge and contemporize a space, giving small spaces a sense of openness and large spaces a sense of simplicity.
up a room and changes its appearance, often without the need for other renovations. “Simply replacing a metal or wood railing with glass can totally change the look of a space,” he shares. Since purchasing the 30-plus-year-old CB Showers in 2013, he has kept it at the forefront of the industry through a dedicated commitment to technology and design. The company is the first and only on the West Coast to have a three-dimensional digital printer for glass. This unique printing concept, in summary, is a regional novelty that ensures absolute individuality. It affords the utmost in customization, with the ability to print any image, pattern, text or texture onto glass. “Adding digital printing to glass for effect, privacy or as a design or art element adds a certain ‘wow’ quality to the home,” he says.
Above A Klein sliding system with Optiwhite satin-etched doors seems to transition right into a floor-to-ceiling mirror. Top A top cap and black hardware perfectly outline this gorgeous interior glass railing. Far left Ultraclear glass makes for a great shower enclosure. Left Glass lends this wine room enclosure a feel of total luxury.
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As outdoor living continues to gain importance at home, function and personalization are key. Ask the pros at Gallery 41 to approach these, and cleverly concealed storage or meaningful artwork in the way of mosaic murals may be on the list. “We are noticing an increase in function in addition to aesthetics, as our clients aim to create the space they’ve always wanted,” manager Nicole Tahmasebi says. “Many homeowners feel overwhelmed by the pressures of the world right now, and it’s always hard to know when to begin a renovation and how.” Lead designer Karina Chong adds, “Taking on a renovation project is challenging, even for professionals. But, due to our collective years of experience, we know a lot of pitfalls that can happen along the way, and we try to take as much of that burden off of the homeowner as possible.” At Gallery 41, they strive to be with their clients every step of the way.
SECRETS TO A SMOOTH RENO • Be more than stylish: While the temptation to focus solely on aesthetics is understandable, Tahmasebi advises clients to also spend time thinking about how they use the space. Do you cook a lot? Do you want to display meaningful items prominently or keep them tucked away?
•T eamwork and timelines: “My biggest tip is to start early and collaborate with experienced professionals,” Chong says. “Many people are not fully aware of the time it takes to order certain products, and you don’t want to have to compromise to fit a construction deadline.”
Above The Château range by La Cornue is forever a fan favorite, with powerful performance and a delightful series of color options. Top left Two designs by Landmark Ceramics—Infinity on the floors and Desert on the walls— give this indoor-outdoor area a Zen, monochromatic feel. Top right This stunning space features Kreoo’s Nabhi vessel sink and Hana tiles by The Davani Group.
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STYLISH IMPROVEMENTS UNDERFOOT •N atural beauty: “The gray tones that were popular for the past five years are now fading away. They are being replaced by natural colors—specifically, the natural colors present when the European oaks are first milled,” Nicolas explains.
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Nicolas Guillaume is an expert in first impressions. His work is driven by a desire to create a positive impact at first sight and long after. Nicolas is in the business of rare and beautiful materials, from hand-finished wood floors to complex architectural stone elements. La Maison Nicolas, his firm, is a treasure in the West Coast design trade—presenting natural stone and wood flooring collections often found nowhere else. The materials represent a combination of modernity, classic timelessness and elements of Nicolas’ French heritage for a truly fresh aesthetic: these qualities create a powerful presence in a space. “We find that the most impact someone can have on a renovation is the first impression when entering the residence—the ‘wow effect.’ It can start at the circular fountain in the driveway, the elegant brushed French limestone floor in the entry or the very wide oak planks (over 10 inches) seen throughout the house,” he says.
Top La Maison Nicolas offers a wide range of elements, such as stair treads and floor vents made with the same wood planks for a perfect match with the flooring. Shown here is Brescia. Right 2017’s most expensive house on the market on Billionaire’s Row, Pacific Heights, San Francisco. The entire facade was covered in panels of Leclos honed limestone. Far right Provence-style raised-pool coping made in deepbrushed cabernet French limestone blocks. The quartz geodes found in the stone give it an utterly unique character. Photography Top by Dominique Morzadec; Right courtesy of Taylor Lombardo Architects; Far right courtesy of J. Bertrand
• Inside-out: Versatility and continuity of flooring are much appreciated by designers and their clients. These significant attributes can be achieved by natural stone flooring used seamlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces. imely turnaround: •T Nicolas notes that more clients want to start with a particular space and do not want to wait for custom materials to be produced. In turn, he has been working with factories to make materials more accessible by stocking them on the West Coast.
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Life imitates art for clients of Pella Doors & Windows of Northern California—at times, quite literally. A special project for the company entailed capturing the way a painting made the client feel. The team at Pella rose to the occasion. Dave Adamis, president and branch principal of the company, recalls the unique South Bay project, a joint effort
“Pella has the only wood window I will use,” says Alan Zweig of Architectural Fenestration & Restoration, a 20-year customer of Pella’s. AFR is a window installation and waterproofing company that specializes in San Francisco architecture and restoration. According to Zweig, Pella products embody the best look for San Francisco architecture, with historically accurate details that no other company provides. There are specific sash profiles, lugs and window attributes that have to be maintained, but, as Zweig puts it, “Pella comes through on those characteristics for its customers.” He adds, “All Pella is as a company and what it offers supports my one mission: to wow my clients.”
with Pella’s subsidiary construction firm Restoration Builders Inc.: “The homeowner loved collecting art and was inspired by a specific painting. He said, ‘When I look at this painting, I feel like I’m there in the moment.’ We replaced the windows exactly to match the painting. Now the painting looks like it was inspired by the room,” he says. Stories such as these are not a rarity for Pella. The company is a recognized leader in its field in Northern California and Northern Nevada and is known for above-andbeyond-style service. “We are passionate about our community and the service we provide,” Adamis says.
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TRAITS OF TODAY’S KITCHENS • Varied: Rococo & Taupe is known for deftly mixing materials, from woods to stone to metal accents (without chasing a particular trend finish). “I see the evolution to softer metal finishes away from bolder,” Quiggins says. • User-Friendly: Families are increasingly seeking alternatives to delicate marbles, like quartz and other low-maintenance porcelains.
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• Alfresco: According to Quiggins, outdoor kitchens are the fastest growing product that clients want. “Homeowners want just as much prep space and storage outside as indoors, along with the latest pizza oven, Big Green Egg smoker and high-tech grills,” he shares.
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Crafting a kitchen or bath can be an enlightening experience that teaches us not only what we like, but how we want to live. Designer Keith Quiggins focuses on translating those unique qualities into spaces of function and beauty. His firm, Rococo & Taupe, is regarded for lifestyle-driven designs. “I love when a client has been in a home for a while and really knows themselves and where changes need to be made,” he says. “I just have to make it better than they could have ever dreamed.” Based in downtown Menlo Park, “the hub of Silicon Valley,” Quiggins designs thoughtful, peaceful spaces for high-stress lives. Many of his clients’ existing kitchens lack counter space, a major demand for people who love to cook. He has a solution for that problem … including even the kitchen sink! As one of the original display dealers of the award-winning kitchen sink, The Galley Workstation, his highly curated showroom incorporates this and other innovative products that make cooking prep easier, cleanup a breeze, and offer plenty of storage.
Above Blue adds color to the clean white and gray palette of this kitchen. Top An open family space complements the adjoining kitchen and outdoor living spaces. Far left The shower, freestanding tub and fireplace are all in one perfect place. Left A quiet retreat to get away from it all. Photography Above & Top by Mark Pinkerton; Far left by Mitch Shenker; Left by David Eichler
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Increase storage space, declutter and bring order back into everyday life … sounds like anyone’s dream, doesn’t it? No matter its scale—an entire home or one room—a renovation project often includes a plan to achieve such a vision, and that’s where Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets comes in. “Our designers work with the homeowner to design exceptional spaces that maximize function while adding to the home’s overall beauty,” says Michelle Larsen, the company’s vice president. “Throughout it all, we are guided by a desire to produce an expertly crafted product with five-star execution and customer service.” With designs customized down to the inch and with added storage, Valet’s installations certainly prove how well the team adheres to those intentions. Asked to share her top recommendation for homeowners looking to make small updates, Larsen shares: “In closets, under floating cabinets and in wall beds, lighting can have a big impact on changing the feel of a space.”
Top A prime example of the effect a stunning closet can have, this luxurious space features built-ins finished in Bianco. Right With a place for everything and everything in its place, this Umbra-finished mudroom is perfect for its bustling family. Far Right This bright and airy laundry room was custom-built and finished in Ash Tabac. Photography Karine Weiller
Despite housing many of one’s most prized possessions, the closet is allotted only a minute portion of square footage. It can make accommodating every belonging something like a game of Tetris. In that case, one could call the Valet team world champs. “We often discuss the exact number of shoes, jewelry pieces, suits and long dresses a client has in order to tailor each section,” Larsen says. “It’s like putting a puzzle together, and our team is exceptional at it.”
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Designer Lizette Bruckstein played the angular Della Robbia sofa off the traditional architectural elements in the living room of this San Francisco home. She had long been eager to use this Alexander McQueen rug for The Rug Company, and found the perfect opportunity here. Above is a Lee Broom pendant fixture.
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n both life and design, rarely is the line from point A to point B perfectly straight. Inevitably, there are twists and turns and zigs and zags. Such was the case for designer Lizette Bruckstein, whose clients initially tapped her to create the interiors of their Napa vacation home. After moving through the design phase, the couple hit pause, but they called again 18 months later. “They said, ‘We bought a new home and we’d love for you work on it,’ ” Bruckstein recalls. “They’d had a daughter in the meantime, and everything had changed. This was a new chapter of their lives.” Unlike the Wine Country project, which was to be constructed from scratch, their place in San Francisco was built in 1883 and had been recently renovated. While the update had retained many of the residence’s Victorian details—like the carved newel post at the foot of the entry stairs, ornate wainscoting, original moldings and plaster ceiling rosettes—it also provided a modern kitchen and a new family room with easy access to a terrace. “We loved the period details alongside the modern elements. The juxtaposition—the best of both worlds—was what attracted us to the house,” says the wife. “We wanted to elevate what the previous remodel had started.” Bruckstein made moves to ensure the house was both approachable and sophisticated. Executing her clients’ idea, the designer reimagined the entry’s banister, adding glass and painting it bright white, then creating a discreet, custom cabinet for stowing shoes. Turning her attention to the classic double parlor, she put a contemporary stamp on things by swapping out the existing mantel, “which didn’t command a presence or set a tone,” with one composed of vertical channels of rough-cut marble bookended by thin sheets of steel. “Your eyes are now drawn to the tall ceilings and that moment of grandeur,” she observes. On one side of the fireplace is another bold moment: a suspended brass bar cabinet. “I had wanted to do one for a while, and here it serves a double function since it also keeps things out of kids’ reach,” says the designer. Its airy profile and materiality also make for a compelling contrast with the heavier feel of
the steel shelving for wood storage and the texture of the logs themselves. In this case, Bruckstein decided against renderings to illustrate her ideas, preferring to reveal all once the project was complete. “That was the biggest challenge—proving that all these things could coexist with the vintage details,” she reports, “But the clients put a lot of trust in me.” Illustrating that point are the sculptural contemporary light fixtures that now hang from the preserved plaster ceiling rosettes. “We loved the use of modern fixtures, which we worked painstakingly to get perfectly flush with the original ceiling moldings,” says the wife. “It took a few tries on some of them, given the older architecture.” Another “trust me” moment revolved around the parlor’s ethereal draperies. “They are so subtle but add softness to the room,” explains the designer. While the wife wasn’t convinced at first, she soon became a convert. “Their use with the high ceilings and moldings is just so elegant,” she says. “I love looking at them every day.” For the homeowners, assembling an art collection proved to be another revelation. New to the process, “My husband and I caught the ‘art bug,’ ” says the wife, and they worked closely with Bruckstein and art consultant Stephanie Breitbard. Among the notable pieces acquired is a looping wall sculpture in the entry by Jeremy Holmes. “We liked the idea of texture there against the glass railings,” says Bruckstein. Adds the wife, “When I saw his work, I knew it would be perfect. We iterated on various movements in the wood, sizes and colors.” With its graceful, twisting presence in place, the space becomes less of a pass-through and more of a moment. Amazingly, Bruckstein delivered the project with the clients in residence during most of the process, but the results are seamless and in keeping with her personal ethos. “The bones of the home and level of contrast are something near and dear to me,” she shares. The house also represents something of a full circle moment. The dining room’s table and chairs, originally designed for the clients’ Napa place, found a home here proving that, despite life’s unpredictable directions, some things are just meant to be.
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Right: The kitchen had been recently renovated, so the designer added just a few touches to tie the color palette into the rest of the home, opting for Calico’s Satori Zenith wallcovering behind the open shelving. The walnut-andbrass swivel counter chairs are by Bassam Fellows from Coup D’Etat. Opposite: Calico’s Drift wallcovering makes a statement in the dining room. Bruckstein surrounded the custom table fabricated by Pseudo Studio and Brian’s Welding with Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams chairs. She and the clients worked closely with Stephanie Breitbard to source artwork for the residence, including the Jay Kelly collage.
To keep toys organized and out of sight for the family, Bruckstein conceived a generously sized cabinet. The Della Robbia sectional, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams lounge chair, LawsonFenning coffee table, Aga John carpet and artwork by Carolyn Meyer ensure that the space is well suited for adults as well.
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Above: A heated Galanter & Jones settee, with coordinating coffee tables on casters, offers a toasty spot to sit and enjoy the deck off the family room. The smoked Murano glass vessels from Coup D’Etat are a sophisticated touch. Opposite: In the entry, keeping the original newel post but updating the staircase with a glass railing introduces the mix of old and new found throughout the house. The homeowners commissioned the Jeremy Holmes wall sculpture, working with him to find just the right combination of movement and materials for the space.
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To make the fireplace pop in the main bedroom’s seating area, Bruckstein painted the overmantel Benjamin Moore’s Night Shade and hung a Jonathan Smith painting. Positioned at the window are a custom chaise in a Zimmer + Rhode fabric from De Sousa Hughes and an Arteriors side table. The bed is dressed in a SDH duvet cover from Samuel Scheuer Linens.
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Color and style infuse a 1920s Pacific Heights home, making things fun for adults and kids alike.
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“The wife has the most incredible sense of style,” says designer Katie McCaffrey of the owner of this Pacific Heights home McCaffrey designed with architect Stephen Sutro. To that end, McCaffrey instilled a bit of glam upon arrival with a marble console by Kelly Wearstler and neoclassical gilt-and-blue-glass mirror from 1stdibs.
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here are some people in this world who exude joy. They have an innate happiness that fills a room and lifts up everyone around them. Those are the kind of people who inhabit this classic 1923 Edwardian house in Pacific Heights, where the challenge was to transform what was a rather somber dwelling into a bold, exuberant home reflecting the owners’ personalities. “They are two of the most kindhearted, thoughtful, sweet, funny people I’ve ever come across,” says designer Katie McCaffrey. Not to mention the fact that, as she points out, they have great style—and with that style they brought a vision for the old home. Along with McCaffrey, they used the services of designer Martha Angus (now retired), architects Stephen Sutro and Georgianna Kleman, and general contractor Seth Brookshire to make that vision a reality. “I wanted it to be colorful, eclectic and child-friendly—because it’s incredible what those little humans can do,” laughs the wife and mother of four. Incorporating modern touches was important, but so was respecting the traditional architecture, which is why they were drawn to Sutro. “He knows the city quite well,” she notes of his understanding of the local vernacular and his expertise in historic homes. “The architecture of the old homes is charming, but I like modern too.” “She asked for it to be lively for functions,” says Sutro, “and she didn’t want to compartmentalize things.” So, the architects’ designs drew upon what Sutro calls “the family patterns of life these days,” while still maintaining traditional touches such as formal openings between some of the rooms and keeping the kitchen closed off from the dining room. To make it livable for the young family, they worked within the existing vertical nature of the home, creating a new glass staircase connecting every level and adding a penthouse and rooftop terrace. The dark ground floor (previously used for storage and laundry) became a finished family space with a connection to the garden, and the new garage incorporates a car elevator—“the crown jewel for my husband,” the wife jokes. In turn, the wife adores what she calls her “cocktail room,” a seductive jewel-toned living room with dark blue lacquered walls and gold accents throughout. “My vision was a New York City hotel cocktail bar,” she says. Don’t be deceived by the chic decor, however —thanks to durable
furniture (and that moody color palette) McCaffrey ensured that the children could tumble around in this room as freely as any other area of the house. “It’s very adult,” observes the designer, “but nothing in there is so delicate that a kiddo can’t come in and have some fun too.” That fun doesn’t end there. The adjoining dining room—with its whimsical woodlandscene walls handpainted by Katherine Jacobus, a massive sculptural table and magenta Louis XVI reproduction chairs—was designed to host future gatherings both large and small. A secret bar closet with walls covered in Andy Warhol’s Flowers pattern (just one of several hidden cabinets incorporated into the room) keeps the mood celebratory. “Sutro did a wonderful job of working those cabinets in with the moldings and the corners of the room,” McCaffrey says. Of course, as is the case for so many families, the real heart of the home is the open-plan kitchen and family room. The former, much like the homeowners themselves, is an unexpected combination of elegance and lightheartedness. Crystal chandeliers and marble throughout make for a sophisticated setting, but pops of orange and yellow against the otherwise all-white space keep the vibe relaxed. While, McCaffrey says, “Mom and Dad putter about in the kitchen,” they can keep watch into the family room as their kids do what kids do—dance on the sofa, climb on the ottomans and build forts. “A lot of life happens in that area,” the designer notes, so she and the wife decided to work with the existing furniture while the children are still young. But a metallic-pink slipcovered ottoman, custom rug and two Kimberly Genevieve prints, Glitter Sandwich and Glitter Popsicle, ensure that the room is what McCaffrey describes as “chic, playful and exuberant.” The same could be said for the light-filled multi-use living space that Sutro created in the basement. A playroomcum-guest space (completed with a Murphy bed and kitchenette) the room works as well hosting the wife’s European parents as it does the kids’ slumber parties. The family’s home is, as Sutro says, “an architectural expression of their values—of how social and boisterous they are.” Achieving this was not a quick feat—the entire project took four years. But, the wife says, “We wanted to do it right.” In the end, that’s exactly what they did, and now everyone is happy, even the house.
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“It’s very adult, but nothing in there is so delicate that a kiddo can’t come in and have some fun too.” – K AT I E M C C A F F R E Y
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Walls coated in Benjamin Moore’s Stunning and custom lacquered by Bouche Painting set a sultry tone in the living room to impart the cocktail bar vibe the wife desired, as do the touches of gold throughout via the Stark rug, Paul Ferrante mirrors and Perry Luxe coffee table.
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Above: “We wanted it to be a really fun surprise,” McCaffrey says of the hidden pocket bar Sutro incorporated in the dining room. “We covered the walls in Flavor Paper’s Flowers print from the Andy Warhol Collection. The orange is so unexpected against the beautiful blue of the dining room walls.” Opposite: A custom mural by local artist Katherine Jacobus adds a whimsical touch to the dining room. In an ode to the family’s love of both modern and traditional style, McCaffrey paired a resin dining table fabricated by Stuermer Studios with Louis XVI chairs from Chicago’s Old Plank Road reupholstered in a magenta Robert Allen velvet. The Boa chandelier is by Fuse Lighting.
“I wanted to bring color into the kitchen,” says the wife. Splashes of orange and yellow through West Elm rugs and curtains crafted with AND Textiles do just that. Even the knobs of the Blue Star appliances can be changed out to reflect the mood. “We’ve done yellow, fuchsia, blue,” she says. “There are so many options.”
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Above: A Gee Gee Collins painting can be admired on the landing of the contemporary glass staircase designed by Sutro. Right: Practicality came into play in the colorful family room where the kids often play. So, McCaffrey chose to work with the existing furnishings, bringing on seamstress Riitta Herwitz to create a pink slipcover for the ottoman. Two pieces by photographer Kimberly Genevieve, Glitter Sandwich and Glitter Popsicle add to the exuberance. “They’re just so cute,” McCaffrey says.
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Above: “The closet is another one of those delightful surprises,” notes McCaffrey of the primary bedroom, which she painted Benjamin Moore’s Riviera Azure. “You open it up and it just pops.” Opposite: “The wife purchased the wall panels herself, but didn’t know what to do with them,” says the designer, who saw them as an opportunity to add drama to the space. She installed them behind the bed, creating a contrast to the subtle pinks of the bench from Kathy Kuo Home and velvet pillows.
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MAKER OF MEMORIES In her abstract works, artist Jessica Martin delves deep into the nature of recollection. W R I T T E N BY M O N I Q U E M C I N T O S H P H O T O G R A P H Y BY J E N S I S K A
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Jessica Martin sits in the studio her husband, winemaker and woodworker Sébastien Pochan, built (opposite). Martin’s work is often based on details she gleans from photographs of events past (left). Her work displays a broad array of colors, as this jar of pink acrylic paint shows (below). An oversize work, entitled The Fall, hangs at one end of the space (bottom).
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Taking Shape
Familiar forms and airy spaces imbue a new build in Ross with a restful spirit. W R I T T E N BY M A I L E P I N G E L | P H O T O G R A P H Y BY A L A N N A H A L E
Architecture: Barbara Chambers, Chambers + Chambers Architects Interior Design: Stacy Stone, Stone Interiors Home Builder: Bill Jetton, Jetton Construction Landscape Architecture: Frederika Moller, Frederika Moller Landscape Architecture
“Every key room is connected to the outside,” says designer Stacy Stone of this new home in Ross that she recently helped complete. The De La Espada armchairs are from The Future Perfect, where she also found the Kalmar Werkstätten floor lamp. The tables are her own designs. A C&C Milano linen from De Sousa Hughes was chosen for the draperies and the rug is from Vaheed Taheri.
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enhance the feeling of spaciousness while adding an additional soft layer to the room,” she explains. The interior color palette is a muted reflection of the home’s exterior and gardens. “We selected this palette in order to play with the light in the larger volumes of the house,” notes Stone. As for the sophisticated yet straightforward forms of the furniture and accessories, she says: “The house is like an elevated country house. To match it, we kept things simple, and not heavy.” When sourcing furniture, finishes and fabrics the designer says balancing aesthetics with livability was key. “We selected pale fabrics for the living room, but all are highly durable. We designed the family room sofa to withstand—even welcome— being jumped on. The two matching ottomans are created with storage inside and have reversible tops: a cushy side for feet and a wooden side for tabletop activities,” says Stone. As proof this furniture is ready for anything, the designer notes the custom stone-and-metal breakfast table is sturdy enough to withstand any child clambering that might occur. Upstairs are the family bedrooms: a cloud-like retreat for the parents and imaginative bedrooms for the children “The kids love their bedrooms with lofts and secret hideouts,” says the wife. Outside, landscape architect Frederika Moller also took creative inspiration from Chambers’ design. “The landscape creates a connection between the architecture in the front area and the back of the property through clean, simple lines,” she says. “The homeowners requested a garden design with a strong indoor-outdoor connection, integrating entertaining areas as well as a large play space with the swimming pool as a focal point.” Bringing it all to life are Grecian laurels, bougainvillea, jasmine and ornamental grasses, with crape myrtles for summer blooms and maples for autumn color. “We love seeing the kids move freely between the family room, great room and outside, and the lengthy yard is an ideal playing field for games,” notes the husband. It’s that livability, inside and out, that makes this a very “realistic” house, according to the architect. “This residence is luxurious, but also comfortable— a perfect balance,” Chambers notes. For Stone, that state of equilibrium is something tangible. “This home’s feel-good factor is a sense of ‘ahh,’ ” she says. “Entering it provides an immediate feeling of calm energy and well-being.”
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Above: The breakfast nook is a cozy family space. Stone designed the metal and granite table, pairing it with a Rich Brilliant Willing pendant from Matter. The artwork is by Daren Wilson. Left: A dining area centers the great room, where Stone paired De La Espada armchairs from The Future Perfect with a Miniforms table from Leif Petersen, Inc. The round ceiling fixture is from Matter. In the kitchen just beyond, custom pendants hang over the island and zellige tile from Clé composes the backsplash. The cabinets are painted Farrow & Ball’s Down Pipe.
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Right: Stone describes the home’s vibe as “quiet and restful,” a feeling she carried up to the landing that leads to the family’s private spaces. The wool stair runner is from Stark. Opposite: The family room features a custom sectional and ottomans. Stone found the Lluis Porqueras sconce at Marset. The rug is from Stark.
The primary bedroom, painted Benjamin Moore’s White Dove, is anchored by custom designs, including the bed, nightstand and dresser. The linens are from Summer House and the decorative pillows are crafted from Chivasso fabric. Illuminating the space are Marset lamps and a pendant from Blueprint Lighting. The Space Copenhagen chair and ottoman are upholstered in a Holland & Sherry linen.
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Above: At the far end of the pool deck are a pair of Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec chairs from their Palissade Collection for Hay. Opposite: The rear terrace steps down to a lawn where the children can play, highlighting the way the hardscape and plantings define the garden’s different purposes. The exterior’s siding is a contrasting play of custom-stained cedar and Farrow & Ball’s Off Black.
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