DORADO BEACH, PUERTO RICO THE INTERNATIONAL STYLE OF THE DE LA CRUZ FAMILY
FIRST LOOK INTO THE FAMILY’S NEW HOME MEET CARLOS, VERA, AND SOFIA PAGE 09
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DORADO BEACH By Rachel Rosier FOCUS - STAIRS Images that inspired the stair case in the home WHAT’S HOT Items that are hot in the market right now IN THE SHOWROOM Items that can be found in local showrooms RSVP Background on the De la Cruz family
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SHORTLIST 12 things that the De la Cruz family can’t live without SHORTLIST 12 things that Benjamin Noregia-Ortiz can’t live without SHORTLIST 12 things that Rachel Rosier can’t live without FOCUS - FLOOR PLAN First look into the family’s new home FOCUS - ENTRY First look into the family’s new home
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Dorado Beach The “Golden” City
The word Dorado in Spanish means golden, which is exactly what this Puerto Rican town has become. Dorado is a small town located on the northern coast of Puerto Rico. It is composed of eight barrios that make up 23.23 square miles. Dorado has become a popular tourist destination that is composed of: hotels, golf courses, and beaches. This area is composed of upscale neighborhoods and a small downtown area. The population of Dorado is 38,165 and growing. Located on the northern coast of Puerto Rico this town has become a huge tourist location. Made up of hotels, golf courses, museums, and beaches Dorado is one of the golden places to visit. The town of Dorado started out as a barrio of Toa Baja. Dorado was founded in 1842 by Jacinto López Martínez. After many years of working to establish its own identity, it finally, in 1905, became its own independent town. Early in the 20th century the Rockefeller family purchased land in Dorado where they built a private vacation compound. The Rockefeller’s later turned the com-
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pound into Dorado Beach Hotel, which eventually became a Ritz Carlton hotel in 2012. Today Dorado’s main attractions include golf courses, museums, beaches, churches, festival and sport events. One of the more popular museums is the Museum Casa del Rey, which is the oldest building in town. Some of the more popular beaches are the Sardinera, El Unico, and Kikta beaches. These beaches are known for their surfing. Dorado’s Fiestas Patronales, held in June, is a festival to pay tribute to their patron saint St. San Antonio de Padua Dorado’s climate ranges from being very hot, 95° F, in the summer to cool, 60° F, in the winter. Which makes it the perfect tourist destination all year round. Dorado’s way of life and all of its attractions make this town into the perfect golden tourist location.
FOCUS STAIRS
These two stair cases are the shape and look the clients wanted for their grand staircase.
The look and feel of these stairs provided inspiration for the new staircase the De la Cruz family wanted in their new home.
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1 / MIRADOR This Mirador sofa is part of the Bernheart collection. It comes in a variety of sizes, angles, and unlimited options of how to compose the sectional that you want. It is the perferct solution for what the De La Cruz family wanted for their living room. It offers the right amount of sitting area for what they wanted.
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2 / SINGLE GERGORY LAMP IN PEACOCK This lamp has 23K gold water gils base and a brass double socket cluster. With all that it has to offer this lamp is a fun way to dress up a space. This lamp offers a classic element mixed with a sophisticated look. CHRISTOPHERSPITZMILLER.COM
3 / KYLE BUNTING 3 These monogramed pillows from Kyle Bunting are a fun and unique way to add fur to any space. They can be customized to fit your initials, and there are a lot of different options to choose from. These pillows and other Kyle Bunting pillows have been used throughout the De La Cruz’s new home. KYLEBUNTING.COM
4 / ART NOUVEAU TEA POT This Art Nouveau tea pot is Philippe Wolfers Silver Teapot “Cyclamen,” made in 1899. It is made of silver. It can be found on 1st Dibsions for $6,215.49. This teap pot is an accessory that can be found througout the home. 1STDIBS.COM
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5 / TIBETAN FUR This chair is from Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams. It has Tibetan fur on the seat, which gives it a vintage and modern feel all in one. It is also available in different fabrics. MGBWHOME.COM
6 / LIGHT URBAN CONCRETE DAMASK WALLPAPER This wallpaper is from MineHeart. It is a fun and modern way to use a damask print. It is 20 inches wide and 90 inches long. The look and style of this wallpaper adds a unique look to any space that it is used in. MINEHEART.COM
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What’s new to the trade--fabrics, furnishings, and fabulous finds
1 This striped fabric is from the Knoll Lyon collection. It is available in seven different colorways. This material can be purcahsed from knoll.com wallpaper is called White Chesterfield Button Back. 2 This hand marbled plate, in violet and white, is part of the Christopher Spitzmiller collection. Plates, saucers, and cups can be purchased in matching sets . Each plate has been glazed to highlight the marble. It is 11� in diameter and is dishwasher safe. This plate is $95, and can be purchased from shop.christopherspitzmiller.com. 3 This small sculpture is by Kelly Wearstler. This is part of her collection found on 1stdibs.com.
4 These Russian Nesting Tables are one of a kind, and are a fun and modern way to add color and history to the home. They can be purchased from 1stdibs.com for $16,520. 5 This sculpture is a Ralph Pucci origional piece. It is part of the Vladimir Kagan Classics. It is made of fiberglass. This piece can be purchased from ralphpucci.net
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THE DE LA CRUZ FAMILY The De la Cruz family is a young family of three, Carlos, Vera, and their daughter Sofia. They love to travel and spend time together. One of their favorite places to travel is to Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico. Because they have found themselves spending so much time there, they have decided to make Dorado their new home. They have purchased a place to live in Plantation Village, and it is about to go through a total renovation. A brief history and background of the De la Cruz family. Carlos was born in Barcelona, Spain and loved living there as a child. After graduating from high school he attended the University of Madrid, where he studied business. One of his favorite things to do when he was not studying was to go golfing. His love of golf has casued him travel all around the world. After graduating from college he started his own business, and now which has become a very successful. Carlos met his wife Vera on one of his golf trips in Paris. They then dated for four years and have now been married for ten years. Vera is from Russia, she was born and raised in Moscow. Al-
though she enjoyed her time there, as soon as she could she moved away from Russia to be away from the cold. She loves being in the sun and spending time on the beach. Vera also enjoys spending time shopping. Carlos and Vera have an ten year old daughter Sofia. Sofia loves everything in the world. Her favorite color is green and she loves ballet. She says when she is older she wants to be a veterinarian. Sofia, just like her parents loves to travel and spend time on the beach. She is excited for her new life in Puerto Rico and can’t wait for all of the new adventures that it will bring. The interior of the De la Cruz’s new home in Plantation Village will be designed by Rachel Rosier. Rachel is excited for the opportunity to work with this fun family and to get to know them better. She is also excited about spending time in Puerto Rico. The home is scheduled to be completed by the second week of April of 2015.
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1. Wine cooler.
3. Italian club chair.
DE LA CRUZ FAMLIY 12 THINGS THEY CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT
The De la Cruz family is a young family of three, Carlos, Vera, and their daughter Sofia. They love to travel and spend time together. One of their favorite places to travel is to Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico. Because they have found themselves spending so much time there, they have decided to make Dorado their new home. They have purchased a place to live in Plantation Village, and it is about to go through a total renovation. The interior of the De la Cruz’s new home in Plantation Village will be designed by Rachel Rosier. Rachel is excited for the opportunity to work with this fun family and to get to know them better. She is also excited about getting to spend time in Puerto Rico and get to know what life is like there. The home is scheduled to be completed by the second week of April of 2015.
4. Marble dishes. 5. Antique coffee table.
8. Kyle Bunting rug.
6. Hand knotted rug.
9. Mirror.
12. Russian chandelier.
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1 / WINE COOLER The De la Cruz’s wine collection very important, as is having a place to display it and keep it cool. 2 / GHOST CHAIR They love the idea that there’s a chair there, but that it’s not. 3 / ITAILIAN CLUB CHAIRS These chairs were purchased on Carlos’ and Vera’s first trip to Italy together. 4 / MARBLE DISHES These dishes describe the family’s persinality very well. 5 / ANTIQUE COFFEE TABLE This table is a family heirloom, and works very well with the decor. 6 / KNOTTED RUG This rug has a Spanish flare to it, with its bright colors and patter. 7 / B-1 LIGHT FIXTURET This modern light fixture is a perferct accent to the antique furniture that the family has choosen out. 8 / KYLE BUNTING RUG This rug is just right for the living room. It is neutral but is made out of fur, and has a fun pattern to it. 9 / ACCENT MIRROR With its use of his mirror peened copper, it has a Spanish hint to it. 10/ SUMMIT LOUNGE CHAIR These lounge chairs are perfect for the family’s outdoor space. They are comfortable yet stylish. 11 / MARBLE FLOORING This flooring is high end and glamours, while giving the family just what they wanted. 12 / Russian Empire Style Baccarat Chandelier A Russian family heirloom ties the family to their history, while blending seamlessly with their modern style.
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1 / CLEAR CUSTOM CHAIRS These chairs are a fun take on the popular Ghost Chair. 2 / TIBETAN FUR AREA RUGS A fun and elegant way to add a different texture to the space. 3 / DOME SHAPED CHANDELIERS An oversized dome is quite the focal piece in the space. 4 / FEATHERS Feather can be used on anything, even light fixtures! 5 / MIRRORS The perfect accessory for a space, it can add drama and a feeling of more space. 6 / REFLECTIVE CEILING PAINT Such a fun way to decorate the ceiling. Adding a reflective element to the ceiling. 7 / ORCHIDS Such an elegant flower. They are bound to dress up and accessorize any space. 8 / ABYU LIGHTING These custom lights are a fun element, not only in my home, but also in my clients’. 9 / TAXIDERMY Adding taxidermy into a space adds color and texture, and helps the space come to life. 10 / MINEHEART WHITE BOOK WALLPAPER This wallpaper is very popular, and has been used in some of Benjamin’s projects. 11 / WHITE POTTERY Provides a clean and simple accent. 12 / WHITE SHEARS These are an elegant yet simple solution.
BENJAMIN NORIEGA-ORTIZ 12 THINGS HE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT
Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz was born July 14, 1956, in Puerto Rico. He completed a master’s degree in architecture at the University of Puerto Rico, then he moved to New York, where he earned a second degree in architecture and urban design. Benjamin’s career began while working with John Saladino. He established Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz, LLC in 1992 which has become highly recognized and notable firm, and has received many awards and titles. Awards include being one of New York Spaces’ top designers and one of the top ten designers by House Beautiful. Benjamin has become very successful and has now published two books, and has created a lighting and furniture line.
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1. Hyde Park, London. 2. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby.
RACHEL ROSIER 12 THINGS SHE CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT
Art and design have always have captured Rachel Rosier’s attention. From a young age she loved to color and sketch. In high school she learned of interior design and was immediately drawn to it. That was when she decided that she wanted to be an interior designer. Now, a junior at Utah State University she is well on her way to achieving her dream to become an interior designer. She is anticipating interning in New York City this summer and learning all that she can about the design industry. Rachel is from Kaysville, Utah, graduated from Davis High School. She loves her home state and loves travel and enjoyed spending last summer in Europe, while participating in study abroad, studying art and architecture.
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5. Scarf collection.
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1 / HYDE PARK, LONDON Such a beautiful place to relax and be inspired. 2 / THE GREAT GATSBY My favorite book, it has inspired me in a lot of ways. I also love art deco. 3 / CHARTPAK BLENDER This marker saves my life when I am rendering. 4 / EARRINGS I love big sparkly stud earring. I can’t leave the house without putting a pair on! 5 / MY SCARF COLLECTION The perfect accessory for dressing up an outfit. 6 / MICRON PENS These are the only kind of pens that I will use for sketching. They are the best, they are the only pen that I will use when I sketch. 7 / ITALIAN FOOD My favorite kind of food. It will always remind me of the summer that I spend in Italy. 8 / CONVERSE SHOES I love my converse, I wear them just about every day. 9 / WILLIAM TURNER, TRAIN STATION One of my favorite paintings and painters. This paining takes me back to my very first art history class. 10 / LENOVO THINKPAD I love my Lenovo, it’s the perferct computer to handle all of the progrmas that I use. 11 / CONTIGO WATER BOTTLE I go everywhere with my water bottle. It’s the perferct way to stay healthy and hydrated, and stylish. 12 / SAMSUNG GALAXY My phone, it keeps track of all the things that I need to do and remember in my crazy life.
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THE SOLUTION Designing an open and spacious home were the family can entertain guests was no easy task. My design provides for all the needs and wants of the De la Cruz family in this home. The biggest task was moving the more social and public areas of the home to the second floor where these areas can be next to the terrace. Relocating the stair case and opening up the walls around it creates a vertical experience that will intrigue guests as they ascend the stair case to the second floor.
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FOCUS ENTRY “ART ENABLES US TO FIND OURSELVES AND LOSE OURSELVES AT THE SAME TIME.” -THOMAS MERTON.
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Art is an essential element of the De La Cruze home. This quote simlpy explains how much art means to this family.
RACHEL ROSIER LOGAN, UT “A piece of art is what inspires me to design. The story that it has to tell, and the meaning that is portrayed in it, are what aid my designs to become what they are.”
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VILLA DE LA CRUZ ARTIST Georgia O’Keeffe NAME Black Cross INFO www.artic.edu
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FOCUS LIVING ROOM
Bronze bench from 1stdibs.com
Mink boulster pillow from Kyle Bunting’s pillow collection
Diva from Designer Rugs
Sculpture from the Saatchi Gallery
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Origional painting by Spanish painter Miquel Barcel贸.
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Hand-marbled plate in violet from Christopher Spitzmiller.
Gold was a color of inspiration for this area of the home.
Area rug from The Rug Company be seen under the dining table.
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DELIGHTFUL DINING
24 Karat Blau light fixture from Ingo Maurer.
Delightful dining is the focus of the dining room. The primary objective of this project was being able to have a dining area big enough to sit the De le Cruz family, their extended family, and any friends that happen to be visiting. Spending time with family and friends and sharing meals together is very important to the De la Cruz family. This dining room has been composed of a mix of modern and contemporary furniture and accessories. It has also been done in the white, black, gold, and navy blue color scheme that the De la Cruz family loves. The light fixture above the table brings whole space to together. The light fixture above the table is 24 Karat Blau from Ingo Maurer. Its unique use of gold brings the gold aspect to this area of the house. The art work adds a pop of color to the spaces. This piece was done by a famous Spanish artist Miquel Barcelo. It is a fun piece that the family has added to their art collection. The table has mahogany legs and a marble top, adding a sophisticated and traditional element to the space. The screen in the background adds yet another focal point. It adds a pattern element to the area and draws the eye to the breath taking view offered from the windows. The rug on the floor also adds pattern to the space with the repeated chevron and use of navy and white. It was important to be able to access the bar from the dining area. As you can see the bar has been incorporated into the design. The same marble has been used on the bar top and continued up the wall. Below the bar top is storage for wine bottles. The plates that have been selected to be used for this area are from Christopher Spitzmiller. Everything is this space works together. It offers the solution that the family desires, providing a space that will be used for fun occasions and to make memories. . This space is meant to be used for larger dining gatherings. The openness of the space allows for 12 guest to sit comfortably and enjoy a meal together. The De la Cruz family and their guests will enjoy this space for many years to come The use of modern white pottery can be seen throughout the space.
Navy blue was also a color of inspiration for this space.
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FOCUS MASTER BEDROOM
MODERN MASTER
This modern master suite is a luxurious and sophisticated retreat for Carlos and Vera. The master suite is one of the largest spaces in the home. It is composed of the bedroom, a sitting area, the master bathroom, and a large closet with space to fit Carlos and Vera’s needs (including their sizable shoe collection). Inspired by deep blues found in the Russian and Spanish culture this is a space that will be enjoyed by these two. The blues add intrigue and make the space feel comfortable, while providing a restful environment conducive for sleeping. The eight foot tufted headboard is the statement piece; it helps to bring down the 12 foot ceiling while the modern and contemporary art add different colors and patterns throughout the space. This overall space is the perfect space for Carlos and Vera.
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