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Turri turns 90 years old this year, but it remains timeless. This Italian high-end manufacturer offers luxury products and turnkey solutions. Featured are Vogue collection chairs and dining table in marble, quilted leather, high-gloss lacquer finish and metal details. turri.it

ASHLEY NORTON ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE These contemporary wooden cabinet knobs and pulls are available in multiple sizes and a choice of finishes. Allow the natural beauty of wood to accentuate your homes. Priced from $14 for knobs, $20 for pulls. manzoni.us

DACOR Featuring the 30" Discovery fully integrated refrigerator with advanced LED lighting, deeper interior depth, all-metal interior, customizable fresh/frozen zone and FlushFit™ hinge for a seamless designer look.

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TEAK WAREHOUSE The Elle chair is a stunning example of a modern relaxing chair with a glamorous silhouette. Teak Warehouse has the most high-end outdoor furniture available today, fully assembled and at wholesale prices to the public and trade daily. teakwarehouse.com

POLIFORM Poliform’s new Senzafine closet in washed oak finish with hardware in Piombo painted metal, leather insert and other accessories. Poliform closets provide luxurious, custommade solutions for spaces of various sizes and layouts. poliformusa.com

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LEATHERCRAFT Leathercraft skillfully combines graceful curves, expert tailoring and artfully hand-wiped leather to bring you the Scandinavian-inspired Dempsey settee. A stunning artisan piece designed and crafted by hand for timeless beauty. A perfect accent piece or showstopping solo item. leathercraft-furniture.com

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PROMOTION

MARGE CARSON The FRK43 Franklin sofa.

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The body cover is an ivory leather with a gray cast.

Textured pillows include: Angelic Snow, an ivory mohair fur; Kasbeth linen, a natural linen with an ivory Jacobean pattern woven in wool; and Karate Shimmer, a distressed linen with a silver glaze. margecarson.com

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PRIDE FAMILY BRANDS The Villa Bianca by Pride Family Brands is crafted with flowing linear elements that intersect throughout the design with flair. The open motif combined with tailored seating and empire-style leg details is a sign of luxury and handcrafted elegance.

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ADR’s polished aluminum collection with easy, elegant zip rods is made from upcycled aluminum and polished by hand. Made in the USA. antiquedraperyrod.com

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FRANKE KITCHEN SYSTEMS With its graceful lines, the Franke Ambient faucet, FF3100, is the perfect balance of performance and design.

The contemporary lines resonate style and sophistication, perfect for any modern kitchen.

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CAMBRIA Cambria’s new Ella. Combining timeless elegance with legendary durability, the latest addition to Cambria’s Marble Collection™ offers years of flawless beauty without worry or high maintenance. Find the kitchen or bath of your dreams at Cambria. cambriausa.com

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Couture Born from a modest beginning of selling raw frames in Los Angeles, celebrated furnishings atelier Nancy Corzine merges the disciplines of design, manufacturing and upholstery, executing time-honored craftsmanship with a deft and capable touch. “I often comment that we are a dinosaur company; we manufacture the old-fashioned way,” enthuses the firm’s founder Nancy Corzine. “Our manufacturing, finishing and upholstery are all done by hand.

I imagine you would describe us as a dying breed that is very much alive.” Entering its third decade, Nancy Corzine has now grown to encompass three distinct showrooms in Los Angeles, New York and Chicago, as well as representation in 14 other furnishing purveyors’ showrooms across the country.

Corzine, who started the business in 1983 from a tiny showroom on Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, anticipated the firm to be a “small retirement business.” Never did she expect such a tremendous response to the highquality and high-design pieces for which her eponymous firm has become known.

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Using traditional methods passed down through generations, THG’s French artisans craft one-of-a-kind pieces. The process, both artistic and technical, requires knowledge and experience fueled by commitment and passion. Each piece is handled with care and meticulously crafted, inspected and finished to perfection.

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THG-Paris is recognized as the ‘haute couture of bath fittings,’ providing both exquisite French craftsmanship and designs at the highest level.

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Apparent in every detail, the THG difference is experienced by the senses. The eyes linger over the clarity and sparkle of fine gems and metal finishes while the hand tests the weight and strength of a wellcrafted handle. To the touch, each sculptural handle feels smooth and soft, providing a tactile feast and a luxurious sensory experience.

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INSPIRATION FOUND Simplicity is the voice of reason this fall, speaking in soft, hushed whispers packed with luxurious undertones.

MEMO THE INSIDERS Four industry heavy hitters inform on the present and future of Southern California’s art and design scene.

RADAR

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ON DISPLAY Inspired by London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, Luxe begs the question: What is luxury?

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5 MINUTES WITH Bernie de Le Cuona takes us behind the scenes of her esteemed linen company.

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ROUNDUP Roles are artfully defined as we classify a careful selection of the season’s latest hardware.

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REVIEW Carrier and Company celebrates a decade of work printed and bound.

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COLLABORATION Floral motifs come off the runway and onto the table courtesy a distinguished fashion brand.

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BESPOKE Family traditions run deep in the designs of Promemoria’s custom-made furnishings.

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DEBUT Bec Brittain introduces us to her newest, geometrically inclined light fixtures.

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SCENE Our cheat sheet to all things fresh and fabulous in the local design community.

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Right: A custom kitchen by New York-based interior designer Tamara Eaton.

Page 226 Center: Tribar Mirror / $1,275 / bowernyc.com.

Page 186 Below: Jellyfish installation

by Steffen Dam from the Victoria and Albert Museum’s “What is Luxury?” exhibit.

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MATERIAL Fall’s most fashionable wallcoverings are exhibited in a striking compendium of bold patterns and vibrant hues.

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TREND Luxe tapped four stylish tastemakers to pose as our muses regarding the subject of menswear.

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SPOTLIGHT Six authorities on all things luxury talk about what’s new in home décor and the best investments for your interiors.

THE LOOK

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KITCHEN + BATH A little goes a long way when it comes to making an impact in two of the home’s most popular rooms.

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SPACEX3 Delve into all things lavish as showcased through a trilogy of showstopping spaces.

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THE REPORT Leaders in the art, architecture, jewelry and technology worlds share what’s happening in the high-end market in 2016.

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The only Range sophisticated enough to be a Miele.

Allow the Miele Range to guide you to extraordinary culinary adventures. Only through Miele’s intuitive functionality and impeccable design, can the sanctuary of your kitchen become a world of exploration night after night.

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SPEAKING VOLUMES In a Pacific Palisades home, traditional and modern elements balance seamlessly in rooms graced with art and one-of-a-kind furnishings.

Written by Kelly Vencill Sanchez / Photography

by Grey Crawford & Erhard Pfeiffer

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SISTER ACT Time-honored Indian textile techniques merge with a modern point of view in the hands of a pair of Los Angeles siblings. Written by Taryn Bickley / Photography by Beth Coller

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COASTAL CONTEMPORARY A skilled design team gives a family looking to downsize a comfortable, elegant perch in Laguna Beach that emphasizes outstanding ocean views. Written by Kimberly Olson / Photography by Karyn Millet

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY For one fashionable family, a classic Spanish Colonial receives a stylish makeover featuring bold details and chic touches. Written by Laura Mauk / Photography by Laura Hull

ON THE COVER: Ryan White’s design for a vintage Beverly Hills home emphasizes a richly layered feel. In the foyer, a sisal carpet from Hemphill’s Rugs & Carpets, topped with a striped carpet from Zenith Rugs, leads to a back garden reconceived by landscape designer Christine London. Page 298 068 / LUXE INTERIORS + DESIGN

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We surveyed some of the industry’s top designers to weigh in on the subject; read their take in our “Radar” section.

So, what is luxury when it comes to design? Is it covering your walls in Fortuny silk, a summer home in East Hampton, a handcrafted Baccarat onyx crystal chandelier? Or is luxury the ability to say no; to say yes? I believe luxury is purposed as a catchphrase for selectiveness, for meaningful experiences and anything precious that you’d never discard, for time, for a jolt of beauty, for objects with a sense of purity and for the small-batch handmade, for unstudied style.

Luxury is about the details.

A JOLT OF BEAUTY FROM OUR PAGES Clockwise from top left: Astral Agnes 1-12 Bulb light fixture by Lindsey Adelman.

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by De Gournay. A plate from Oscar de la Renta Home’s Carolina collection. Small Ring Bag in Chalk Smooth Calfskin by Céline. Promemoria’s plush Vittoria chair.

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As editors of this magazine, we are tasked with exploring, curating and reporting on luxury for the home. It’s an elusive concept and each of us identifies the theme with our own slightly skewed lens. We speak with designers and architects, direct home shoots, head off to design shows and preview the latest collections. Back at our offices, we deliberate on what we see and hear, sharing ideas with much back-and-forthing; always, our prism shaped around luxury.

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Right now, I’m seeing a spontaneous mix of modern and traditional. It’s a very collected look that doesn’t feel studied or overdone.

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Having a moment: California-based design duo Dougall Paulson are on fire right now. Everything they bring to the table is amazing. Their use of materials and their new way of looking at luxury is exciting and fresh.

Lately, we’ve also been rediscovering Carlo Scarpa and his architecture. He is still as relevant as he always was.

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Also, check out the La Cienega Design Quarter. It has seen a resurgence in the past year with brand-new shops and restaurants.

Shop ’til you drop: For an afternoon of shopping, I love Abbot Kinney in Venice.

On your radar: I often look to the fashion and equestrian industries for inspiration, but I am also amazed by the work of my peers. Architect and designer Daniel Romualdez, for example, is at the peak of his game right now. McAlpine Tankersley, too, creates amazingly innovative architecture. Other people that have influenced me include Albert Hadley, David Hicks and Miles Redd.

Up next: I’m excited about launching my new eponymous line of fabrics. I also can’t wait to see some of my from-the-ground-up projects come together, one of which I did all the architectural design for on my own.

Kristen Buckingham is an interior designer based in Los Angeles. Luxury to her means making all of the green lights on the way to drinks with friends.

ADAM BLACKMAN

Missed opportunity: Blackman Cruz co-founder David Cruz and I purchased a collection of Carlo J. D. Staron Bugatti furniture recently. Among that assortment was a 1920s pedestal stand from the estate of Marchesa Luisa Casati. The name Casati was beautifully inlaid in metal into the stand. The piece was spectacular; we were sad to see it go.

For the design-obsessed: The Schindler House (a.k.a. the Kings Road House) is a work of art by architect Rudolf M. Schindler; the Sheats-Goldstein residence in Beverly Crest is a masculine masterpiece by architect John Lautner; and architectural firm Greene and Greene’s The Gamble House in Pasadena is not to be missed.

Luxury is…

Having the room to fulfill your dreams. In California, space is our biggest perk, followed by our indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Also, personally, there’s nothing more luxurious than when I get to use my Allan Adler Town & Country flatware to host family and friends.

Keep your eyes on: Internationally, we’re really digging Mexico City, particularly its arts scene, right now. Also, David just returned from Cuba, and seeing a society on the brink of change was an inspiring experience. He was impressed by the people’s spirit and their artistic culture in general— everywhere you looked, people were singing and carrying on.

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Galleries worth a visit: Venus Over Los Angeles, 356 Mission and MaRS in downtown Los Angeles are all cutting-edge contemporary art galleries. We’re also looking forward to The Broad museum’s grand opening, which is happening this September. L.A. artist Clare Graham creates amazing recycled art at his MorYork Gallery in Highland Park, as well.

Up next: We’ve been developing the Blackman Cruz Workshop, which will produce our own line of contemporary furniture and lighting. Inspired by our treks to far-flung corners of the world, BC Workshop engages local craftsmen to honor and preserve bygone techniques.

Adam Blackman is the co-founder of L.A.’s Blackman Cruz, a curated collection of offbeat antiques and décor. His favorite piece at the shop is the BC Workshop tree trunk table, and his hidden talents include unicycle riding.

Images: Clockwise from top: A peek at designer Kristen Buckingham’s portfolio, with images of recently completed residential projects. Offerings from Blackman Cruz include the Spike and Thorn limited-edition handblown glass chandelier and the company’s BC Workshop tree trunk table.

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What’s intriguing you now in art?

The rising reputation of local California art and design has truly been gaining momentum recently. I am especially looking forward to Annabelle Selldorf’s expansion of the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla, as well as the Frank Gehry exhibit at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, which is going on right now.

Can’t get enough of...

Artist Wayne Thiebaud—both for his work and for the occasional conversations about art that I’m fortunate enough to have with him.

On your radar: Right now, I’m obsessed with the local leather goods and accessories company This Is Ground. They have completely reimagined office and electronic accessories.

One to watch: Sally Breer just received the Hospitality Design Award for her amazing work on the Hotel Covell—a boutique hotel in Los Feliz.

From concept to completion, every detail there is top-notch and customized to bring her vision to life flawlessly.

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What’s intriguing you now in design?

I love how styles evolve and revolve over time. I am seeing more and more homes that are less polished and that put a serious emphasis on appearing approachable and lived-in.

What’s trending?

Green home living is gaining popularity, and acquiring décor that is multifunctional

For the design-obsessed: Neutra VDL in Silver Lake and the Eames Case Study House in the Pacific Palisades are must-sees. Also, check out Griffith Park—it’s a grand oasis inside our city and offers a great panorama of the town. For art lovers, the Los Angeles Arts District has an incredible commune of artists and independent businesses that are beautifying downtown’s tough industrial spaces.

Luxury means…

Having breakfast outside during winter. As Californians, we have it pretty good. We also have easy access to the desert, beach and mountains all at once.

Shop ’til you drop: My favorite places to shop include vintage stores Shopclass and Sunbeam Vintage in Highland Park.

Bethany Nauert is an L.A.-based interiors and lifestyle photographer. She likes to dabble in graphic design and owns a ridiculous number of purses and pens.

Not-to-miss exhibits: The Laguna Art Museum will be premiering “David Ligare: California Classicist” on October 18 and “Helen Lundeberg: A Retrospective” in February 2016. Both of these artists are described—by themselves and many others— as classicists. It’ll be fascinating to look at them in succession and consider what “classical” means in modern and contemporary art.

Best place to get lost: I’m excited about the opening of the new Urth Caffé. It’s going to be housed in an impeccably restored Craftsman-style cottage across the Coast Highway from the museum.

Shop ’til you drop: If you’re into smart, independent bookstores, and I absolutely hope you are, you should check out Laguna Beach Books in the HIP District immediately. They have something of interest for just about everyone.

Up next: Sometime in the future, when I retire, I plan on finally finishing a long-time project of mine: a book on the incredible British Pre-Raphaelite artist John Everett Millais.

Malcolm Warner, executive director of the Laguna Art Museum, is a soccer enthusiast who would love to add an original William Morris chair to his personal collection.

Images: From top: The Laguna Art Museum’s dedication to modern art is evident from its stark contemporary exterior to its remarkable, often colorful exhibits. Photographer Bethany Nauert’s expert eye for color and texture make her a wellrespected name in the shelter, food and lifestyle industries.

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and often repurposed has become standard practice. I love knowing that just when you think you’ve seen the most incredible space—something that can’t be topped—you’ll find something that surpasses it. It keeps you continually in awe.

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Luxury is: Laguna Beach has the luxury of vast, protected natural surroundings—a greenbelt and a bluebelt. It’s one of the reasons the Laguna Art Museum stages an annual Art & Nature festival with commissioned outdoor pieces. My personal idea of luxury, however, is having nothing in particular to do.

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THE VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM’S INTRIGUING “WHAT IS LUXURY?” EXHIBIT STIMULATED OUR OWN THOUGHTS AND CONVERSATIONS ON DECODING THAT VERY QUERY.

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nswering the question of what luxury is proves to be a much more complex task than one would imagine. On the surface, the widely accepted denotation of the word skews toward the ornate, highpriced, limited-edition, but perhaps distilling luxury down to just a prescribed set of words is not the best course to chart. It is rather an idea that shapes to who you are, what you like, where you live…even when you live.

For its provocative exhibit “What is Luxury?” (through September 27), the Victoria and Albert Museum in London questions, challenges and explores this concept through the eyes of curators Jana Scholze and Leanne Wierzba, who peel back the layers of the obvious to unveil that, in fact, luxury is established and molded within certain parameters—time, setting and individual preference. The show, which promises to “interrogate ideas of luxury today…and address how luxury is made and understood in a physical, conceptual and cultural capacity,” analyzes the evolving perception of the notion. A jewel-encrusted, solid-gold crown fashioned for 18th-century Portuguese royalty gets just as equal value as a plastic object created within the confines of a fictional future where the now commonplace material is heralded as a rarity.

In answer to the museum’s general call on the subject, we asked design industry vets to interpret their own meaning of luxury, and what we discovered was a common thread: Luxury is an impression, a moment in time, space, experience, the undeniable pleasure of something well-made. It’s the softness and warmth of walnut; the beauty in the imperfect hand-made light fixture; the truly one-of-a-kind artifact brought back from a worldly excursion.

Luxury goes beyond the fundamental to a place of the exclusive and the extraordinary.

Read on and ponder your own definition.

This page: Voltage haute couture dress by Iris van Herpen, 2013, Paris. Opposite: Body 1, Re-materialisation of Systems, 2014, by El Ultimo Grito, constructed using borosilicate glass and Lycra.

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“Luxury doesn’t need to be fussy or complicated. It should be inviting and not off-putting.” -JOE NAHEM

-OLIVER M. FURTH

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“Invest in light fixtures. One needs to be careful 3when buying cheap lighting—it’s analogous to buying cheap shoes; they might look good for one season, but they rarely age well.”

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“I adore the glorious colors used by Richard Diebenkorn and Helen Frankenthaler, the abstract texture of Marcia Meyers, and our local Bay Area artists, such as Nathan Oliveira and Wayne Thiebaud.” -SUZANNE TUCKER

“We have reached a point where luxury is uniqueness: the painting that was a gift from an artist friend; the fabric brought back from a trip to Istanbul. Luxury is deeply personal.” -ALEXA HAMPTON

“I GRAVITATE TOWARD PAINTINGS THAT SHOW THE INCREDIBLE EFFORT PUT INTO IT

BY THE ARTIST. I LOVE CLEAN PHOTOGRAPHY LIKE CLIFFORD ROSS' BEACH SHOTS.” -AERIN LAUDER

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“ART IS A WAY OF SURROUNDING YOURSELF WITH THAT WHICH BOTH INSPIRES AND DELIGHTS; IT'S A DIRECT WINDOW INTO ONE'S SOUL.” -MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD

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“THERE'S SOME ARCHITECTURE THAT IS MEANT TO EXPRESS LUXURY, BUT I'M MUCH MORE INTERESTED IN STRUCTURES THAT PROMOTE A WELLLIVED LIFE.”

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“When you touch, taste or smell something and you don't even think to ask yourself if that sensation is a luxury, then you have found a luxury.” -GEORGE MATOUK, JR.

“A room is never really complete—the best interiors are always those that evolve over time.” -NATE BERKUS

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“An overly planned space becomes mundane as does an overly planned life—spontaneity is everything.” -ROBERT PASSAL

Clockwise from top left: A peek inside the Victoria and Albert Museum's "What is Luxury?" exhibit. Aram Mooradian's gold object player, 2011, which he created imagining a future where the metal is valued as an enduring repository for memories and dreams. A crown made of diamonds, emeralds and rubies set into gold with rococo scrolls from 18th-century Portugal, on loan from The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection.

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“WITHOUT A DOUBT, NEOCLASSICAL ARCHITECTURE IS THE QUINTESSENCE OF LUXURY—EXTRAORDINARY DETAILING SET WITHIN A RESTRAINED FRAMEWORK!” -TIMOTHY CORRIGAN

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“I’m often seduced by the skill of Old Masters.

I recently attended the John Singer Sargent exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery in London and experiencing his sensual, rich paintings reminded me just how timeless they all truly are.” -PHILIP GORRIVAN

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“A LIFE WELL-LIVED INCLUDES A GOOD AMOUNT OF TIME TO RELAX. IT’S MOMENTS SPENT IN LOVELY BUT MUTED SURROUNDINGS THAT PROVE TO BE TRUE LUXURIES.”

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you touch every day—sheets, towels, the fabric on your favorite chair. These tactile things bring quiet comfort to your everyday.”

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“AUTHENTICITY IS THE ONE ELEMENT THAT CONFERS STATUS TO AN ITEM. IT CAN BE SIMPLE LINEN OR A HAND-WAXED TERRA-COTTA FLOOR, BUT IT HAS TO REPRESENT THE PURE, IDEALIZED FORM OF THAT MATERIAL.”

-THOMAS PHEASANT

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exemplifies pure luxury; it requires so much real estate.

Art and real estate together are the ultimate luxury.”

-MADELINE WEINRIB

-MADELINE STUART

“IT’S EXPERIENCE THAT DEFINES LUXURY, IT’S NO LONGER ABOUT PRODUCT.” -PETER DUNHAM

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“LUXURY IS HARMONY. AT THE CORE OF HARMONY IS DECISIVE EDITING. IF YOU DON’T LOVE AN OBJECT, LOSE IT.”

-JAMIE DRAKE

-AMY LAU

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“I have a certain attraction to the f iber arts and how such an ancient art form can still be fresh and luxurious.

Olga de Amaral is an artist who creates hauntingly beautiful textiles and hangings.”

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“FOR ME, LUXURY IS A COMBINATION OF QUALITY, FUNCTIONALITY, LIVABILITY, CREATIVITY; THERE’S NOTHING MORE LUXURIOUS THAN CREATING A SPACE THAT HITS ALL THESE NOTES.” -MEGAN WINTERS

Image: Jellyfish installation, 2010, by Denmark-based glass artist Steffen Dam.

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“There is no substitute for beautiful manners and thoughtfulness, or, for that matter, sheer quality.”

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“COMFORT AND QUALITY ARE THE ULTIMATE LUXURY TO ME TODAY AND ALWAYS.”

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TIME TO RELAX. TIME TO FOCUS. TIME TO EXPLORE. LUXURY LEADERS FIND THE TIME.” -RALPH PUCCI

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“I am certain there is luxury in experience— how we feel in a space is more significant than how it may look.”

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“The Palais Garnier is a blip in my otherwise almost exclusive love of modernist and Brutalist architecture. The luxury is in the massive footprint they occupy and the purity of dedication to an idea.”

-TIM BUTCHER AND LIZZIE DESHAYES

-HOLLY HUNT

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“THE WEATHERED PATINA OF WOOD CONJURES LUXURY FOR ME; SPECIFICALLY RICH, RECLAIMEDWOOD FLOORS THAT ACT AS A CANVAS FOR AN AMAZING RUG.” -BEN SOLEIMANI

“Custom lampshades can be wickedly expensive and seem unnecessary, but they are often that bespoke, cherry-on-top layer that I would call luxury.” -CELERIE KEMBLE

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-STEVEN HARRIS AND LUCIEN REES ROBERTS

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“PEOPLE PEOPLE REFER TO THE STYLE OF THE 1920-40S AS ART DECO, BUT I THINK S AN OVERSIMPLIFICATION OF A PERIOD THAT’S THAT GAVE US PURE LUXURY.” -JAMES MAGNI

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“I SUBSCRIBE TO THE ‘LESS IS MORE’ CREDO. BUY FEWER HIGH QUALITY PIECES AS OPPOSED TO A LOT OF JUNK.” -HEATHER HILLIARD

Images: A double look at the Second Space Travellers Watch, George Daniels, 1983.

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DOYENNE OF LINEN BERNIE DE LE CUONA LETS US PEEK PAST THE CASHMERE DRAPERIES AND INTO THE YARN BEHIND HER LUXURIOUS FABRIC HOUSE. WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY CARA GIBBS PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID CLEVELAND

Beauty matters: I was not a textile expert before starting my company and the whole thing began by mistake really: I just wanted to produce beautiful things and see if I could sell them. So, I left my home in South Africa for Brussels, where I garnered a tremendous wealth of knowledge on linen, silk, cashmere and tailoring techniques, and from there, my passion developed into so much more than I could have ever imagined.

A love of linen: It’s obvious I fell in love with linen. Aside from it being the oldest fiber known to man, linen is also such a versatile material; it can take on many forms.

There’s quite a debt in the market when it comes to linen because it’s a difficult material to work with. Anything natural possesses imperfections in the fibers, and that’s precisely what I like to use. Linen can also achieve perfection if pushed. It’s a fabric that can go from acutely raw to highly luxurious—what’s not to love about that?

Creative process: Mine is a fluid one, but not a perfect science; it shifts depending upon my current muse or inspiration. One constant, though, are my drawings—I sketch everything by hand to convey an idea. When the idea is ready, I work very closely with each mill and artisan to create a new product. I’m also a believer in creating change through a contrast of textures—an enduring combination has been my heavy Buffalo linen alongside the very delicate Feather Cashmere.

Life in Windsor: I absolutely love it! It’s just far enough from the hustle and bustle of London and flush with history: My studio lives in famed Mistress Page’s House, steps from Windsor Castle; it’s so easy to be constantly inspired in such an environment.

Greatest luxury: Spending time on the banks of Africa’s Zambezi River, where mobile phones and hair dryers don’t work, and having nothing more on the to-do list than a long hike in the brush.

What’s next: I’ve recently noticed a lot of buzz around organic, natural materials and how the artisans’ hands are more noticeable in the product. For de Le Cuona, this has always been the mantra. That being said, I never ignore modern machinery, because mixing handmade and modern techniques creates something entirely dynamic with a fresh perspective—that’s the future.

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FOR THEIR FIRST BOOK OUT THIS FALL, DESIGNERS JESSE CARRIER AND MARA MILLER SHOWCASE A DECADE OF THEIR CELEBRATED CREATIONS. WRITTEN BY LACY MORRIS PRODUCED BY ARLYN HERNANDEZ

Above: Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller of New York’s Carrier and Company pictured in their Manhattan studio. Top right: The couple’s signature mix of textures and patterns is served up in this inviting living room.

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ANNA WINTOUR: She is the cornerstone of

ANNIE LEIBOVITZ: Annie is very astute. When we met to shoot our family portrait, she had already studied basically every image of us her office could find. She had analyzed our wardrobe and knew what she wanted us to wear. It was remarkable to work with someone at that level of professionalism. She pieces together personality, point of view and purpose in her camera work.

Carrier and Company: She was our first client and is still our biggest patron. We did her office at 4 Times Square and at 1 World Trade Center, her house in the country and subsequent guest cottages, her kids’ dorm rooms, their first apartments and second apartments…it’s an ongoing relationship.

FINDING THEIR CLIENTS’ VOICES: Our process generally begins with an interview in their current home, where we pick up from the visual clues and figure out what their tolerances are.

Then they’ll come to the office and we’ll put out piles of fabrics in very loose schemes and say, “Throw on the floor what you don’t like.” They start telling us what it reminds them of; their history starts to come out.

PLAYING THE MIND GAME: There’s a lot

PERSONAL STYLE: We’re terribly practical

THEIR NEW BOOK: We pride ourselves on being

people. When left to our own devices, we fall under the category of bohemian glamour. That’s code for organic, light and easy, and a little bit humble and little bit thrift store.

able to fulfill different aesthetics, which is how we ultimately decided to structure the book.

You’ll see that when we do traditional work, this is what it’s like. When we do country work, this is what we think about, etc.

of psychology behind design. Everyone has insecurities, aspirations and fantasies, but it’s very hard for people to express what they want the house to portray about them. It really teaches us a lot when clients don’t like sheen or dump anything that’s a silk or sateen; some hate heavy things and reject any velvet or mohair. It starts to show us what they want the project to say.

WEAK SPOTS: I’m a big sucker for painted furniture. I found this Swedish drop-front desk that’s not the traditional Swedish blue-gray but rather a funny tomato orange color with a weird green interior; I just thought it was the prettiest thing I’d ever seen.

GETTING INSPIRED: We absorb a lot through magazines and movies. We’ve been to Italy twice and there are still things that I take away from there—the color of the sunlight, the amount of texture in all the materials, the energy.

OBJECT ENVY: It’s incredible to think about

ART: It’s so emotional and energetic. I don’t like

where our clients have been and what their eyes have seen. They have such amazing collections; Annie’s photography or Anna’s weird Clarice Cliff pottery. They’re like little house museums.

to know the backstory, what makes the artist important or what they were thinking…all the stuff that a collector wants to know. It ruins it for me.

We pick things that feel good or resonate, not based off the name. It’s not always expected.

PORTRAIT: RENÉ CERVANTES. LIVING ROOM PHOTO: PETER MARGONELLI.

The husband-and-wife duo behind design firm Carrier and Company may be self-admitted bohemians, though you wouldn’t be quick to make that guess from a peek at their vast portfolio of highprofile clients: think Anna Wintour and Jason Wu, amongst many other fashion greats. Their first foray in the world of publishing, entitled Carrier and Company: Positively Chic Interiors, invites you into the expertly eclectic and all-parts covetable spaces that they’ve dreamed up since they launched their firm in 2005. Here, Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller chime in on their weaknesses, Italian muses and— what else?—having the illustrious Annie Leibovitz shoot their family portrait.

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RENOWNED FASHION HOUSE OSCAR DE LA RENTA TEAMS UP WITH PORTUGUESE PORCELAIN COMPANY VISTA ALEGRE TO CREATE A FEMININE SERVICE WITH A NOD TO COUTURE. WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY MIMI FAUCETT

Fashion leader Oscar de la Renta’s legacy for making women look and feel beautiful has long since made its way off the runway and into our homes. This fall, by way of a powerhouse partnership with Portuguese porcelain brand Vista Alegre, this same sensibility has taken the form of fine china. “Vista Alegre is a company with an incredible legacy,” says Carolina Irving, creative director at Oscar de la Renta Home. “The collaboration between us has been such a fascinating process.” Named after Irving herself, the Carolina collection takes its distinctive pattern directly from a gown designed for de la Renta’s Spring 2006 runway collection. “What’s so great about the scheme is that we were able to lift individual prints from the dress to be applied to the tabletop pieces,” recalls Irving. “I spent two days in the factory exploring the archives with the Vista Alegre team. We took a versatile pattern and together we reinterpreted it in a fresh and beautiful way.” The full-range dinner service is characterized by floral motifs and boasts a vibrant coral hue—one of the late fashion designer’s favorites. “Coral has always been a classical color used in 18th-century china,” adds Irving. “The goal was to revisit something antique and translate it to modern times with Oscar’s unmistakeable eye.”

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MEMORY BANK NEAR THE SHORES OF LAKE COMO, PROMEMORIA’S ROMEO SOZZI DRAWS ON HIS FAMILY’S RICH TRADITION OF CRAFTSMANSHIP, CREATING DISTINGUISHED FURNISHINGS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY. WRITTEN BY LISA BINGHAM DEWART PRODUCED BY ARLYN HERNANDEZ

Luxury design is embedded in Romeo Sozzi’s DNA. “I’m a third-generation cabinetmaker,” says the founder and president of Italian furniture firm Promemoria. “I grew up in the family workshop, learning from my father and grandfather.” In 1988, after clients began requesting custom items, Romeo conceived Promemoria. “I wanted to offer people the pieces they couldn’t find on the market.” Today, the prestigious brand’s manufacturing methods would seem familiar even to the Sozzi family’s 19th-century forbearers, who made their living as coachmakers for the local nobility. “We don’t have stock and our production is not industrial; everything is handmade here in Italy, often customized and done in limited editions,” says Romeo, who has continued his family’s generational influence by bringing aboard his sons Stefano, Davide and Paolo.

Beyond his hands-on strategy, Romeo approaches design holistically. “A product is not just an object; it’s an experience,” he points out. “I use fragrant woods like cypress for the inside of cabinets to ignite the sense of smell, and there’s nothing like caressing a velvet chair to rouse the sense of touch.” For inspiration, Romeo ranges widely, finding it equally in the landscape of his home near Lake Como and further afield (a recent collection drew from Asian philosophy). While grounded in centuriesold traditions, Romeo continues to hone his vision and practices. “Last year, we introduced alabaster for lampshades as well as a process that combines strips of leather in different colors that resembles stacked wood,” he reports. This year, they showed cabinets and tables inlaid with bronze flecks reminiscent of stars scattered across the night sky.

Even the firm’s name—a Latin term meaning “for the sake of memory”—suggests the brand’s impulse to look to both the future and the past as the business continues to evolve. “I call my company Promemoria because I understand it as a memory of past traditions, which has a fundamental role in my work,” says Romeo. Adds Paolo, “Though our philosophy changes a little every day to move forward, we still follow the memory.”

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“I have always thought with systems and structure in mind,” explains New York-based bespoke lighting designer Bec Brittain, whose latest introductions fall perfectly in line with her distinct geometric body of work. Debuting at this year’s ICFF was Zelda (shown above), which, like many of Brittain’s creations, is highly versatile. “Zelda’s flexible form can be fashioned in a simple single diamond formation, arranged concentrically in geometric orbits or fit together like the links of a chain,” she says. “I initially had a few ideas for configuration during the sketch process, but now that we have the parts in-house and can play with them, new ideas start to reveal themselves.” Proving that design is anything but linear, Zelda’s powerful persona shows off Brittain’s classic trademark of fusing

cutting-edge technology alongside sculptural shapes conveyed in sleek materials. “Clearly, I love brass,” states the designer. “And, Zelda’s juxtaposition of the brass-encased LED tubing with the gracefully suspended planar forms adapts to a vast array of spaces and sensibilities. I just love the freedom of lighting design, in that I have so much room to play sculpturally.” Indeed, with both architecture and philosophy in her degree repertoire, Brittain’s translation of light is uniquely her own and unquestionably a subject of intrigue among the rest of the industry. Currently, the creative Brooklynite is expanding her reach—with her new Los Angeles outpost opening this fall— bridging her forward-thinking point of view from coast to coast.

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WHO: Chriselle Lim, a bona fide socialmedia maven who has turned her blog, The Chriselle Factor, into a leading fashion site. Check out her YouTube beauty and style videos; you’ll be one of 35 million people to do so.

WHAT: Whether it be a great outfit, a delicious meal or stunning views from her many travels, you can count on Lim sticking to her first rule: It will be visually attractive and feel cohesive.

WHY: If you’re looking to stay in tune with those little moments (a precious giggle from her littlest lady) and details (intricate beadwork on a glamorous gown) of life, Lim captures them beautifully.

IN HER WORDS: “I love Valentino and Chloe for their feminine aesthetics, and Isabel Marant for her casual effortlessness.

That’s what I aim for—soft, sophisticated, sleek and occasionally glamorous.”

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Your Sunday-evening San Diego picnics are about to get a whole lot prettier thanks to the newest reincarnation of the city’s de facto comeback kid.

Back in the 1870s, Horton Plaza—named in honor of San Diego’s founding father, Alonzo Erastus Horton— was just a barren plot of land with a community bandstand that was used, among other things, as a place for townsfolk to gather and mull over news of the impending railroad. Through decades of various uses, the park has remained a historic symbol of the city—though, perhaps, not a very attractive one. Now, the city has allotted $17 million and tapped the landscape architects at Walker Macy to transform the land into an urban plaza that citizens can be proud of, with a refurbished, interactive water fountain, amphitheater and tree-shaded food pavilions. The management responsible for the adjacent Westfi eld Horton Plaza will also manage the park and has promised a minimum of 200 events per year in downtown’s newest space—think farmers’ markets, outdoor movie screenings, fairs and food festivals. It’s a fi tting tribute for the community dubbed “America’s Finest City.” walkermacy.com

When did you open? My husband, Channon Roe, and I welcomed our first guests at 730 E. Ojai Avenue last fall. Describe the space. We hand-selected, sourced and created every aspect of the space, choosing to maintain the integrity of the Spanish-style exterior and bringing that inside as well by creating more open archways and bullnosing all the hard edges. Large open windows and skylights give the space a gallery-like feel. On the floor? A carefully curated collection of brands, most of which are made by our dear friends. We carry a mix of clothing and found objects, along with new and refurbished vintage furniture and textiles. The products we focus on are all things we have lived with and enjoyed for many seasons. Up next? We’ve just completed two large-scale residential interiors projects and hope to keep growing in that department. inthefieldojai.com

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CURATOR GAVLAK GALLERY “I remember seeing Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater for the first time when I was young; it changed my life. I thought, ‘This is what I want to do when I grow up,’ even though I didn’t fully comprehend what ‘this’ was. Now, as curator of my own gallery, I am drawn to artists who know the history of art and are as equally invested in the quality of their work as they are in the ideas behind it. Someone who accomplishes this beautifully is Marnie Webber, an incredible Los Angeles artist who does narrative film- and performance-based work that also comes out of the punk rock/experimental music scene in the tradition of Mike Kelley and Paul McCarthy.”

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THE MAKER TANYA AGUIÑIGA

“William Laman is a gem of a shop in Montecito. It features a distinctive mix of one-of-a-kind antiques, ranging from the 18th to mid-20th centuries, as well as furniture, accessories and garden ornaments.

All of these items are hand-selected by Bruce Gregga and William Laman on their many buying trips to Europe.”

“Jim Olarte, aka ‘The Modern Beachcomber,’ is my favorite go-to, local Los Angeles artist. His work is an example of both excess and restraint at the same time, an almost impossible task. You can find his pieces at 503 Found, a Newport Beach shop with a well-curated selection of new and vintage furniture and accessories.”

“Meyer Fine Art in San Diego’s Little Italy is one of my favorite places to browse around on a sunny afternoon.

Their focus is on smallerscale prints from a variety of diff erent centuries. I like that the focus isn’t on modern art, which is what a lot of galleries are leaning toward today.”

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It was function over expression that first drew Los Angeles artist Tanya Aguiñiga to her craft. “I grew up in an environment where everything was put to use,” she says. But now, further into her career, Aguiñiga credits something else for her desire to keep creating. “In my work, I often attempt to try and solve problems or bring attention to them in hopes of making them a part of our conversation as a society,” she says. “The issues that I deal with vary from the personal to issues of globalization and the needs of marginalized communities.” For our part, we’re all ears. Here, the artist details her process, from concept to completion, and lets her works speak for themselves. tanyaaguiniga.com Describe your design aesthetic.

I focus on making material-based work rooted in skill and tradition with a special emphasis placed on details. These details can include fi nish, context, function or design.

What materials do you like to use?

I have been exploring with a number of utilitarian materials and analyzing how one can elicit texture from them. I’m interested in the experimentation with and deconstruction of materials to create work that is not bound by traditional disciplines or titles.

Best local haunts?

My favorite places in L.A. focus on innovation and quality—JF Chen, Reform Gallery, Weltenbuerger and MorYork. I’m also very interested in the work of local artist Rafa Esparza; his performance pieces are really powerful.

Share your process.

Most of my projects begin by talking through concepts with my studio assistants. We then create a series of small drawings and/or small-scale sketch models along with a list of keywords pertaining to the project, which then leads to material exploration through the process of making.

How has living in Los Angeles infl uenced your work?

This city has given me the ability to thrive as an artist. The want and need for collaboration here has really created a tight network of creatives unique to the area. There are so many resources here, and with that access, anything seems possible.

And with being so close to Mexico, I’ve had the opportunity to stay close to my family and heritage, which has a huge influence on my work.

CURATOR PHOTO: JEFF MCLANE. JAMES HEADSHOT: KIM REIERSON. MALSON HEADSHOT: JERI KOEGEL. SWABB HEADSHOT: HEATHER EAST. THE MAKER PHOTOS: COURTESY TANYA AGUINIGA AND VOLUME GALLERY.

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IN STEP UNITED NUDE

Architectural footwear brand United Nude is reinventing the way fashionistas strut in their high heels. Known for its sculptural silhouettes and advanced manufacturing processes, the company is at it again: expanding its multidimensional, rubber-molded Lo Res collection—shown in High Red, Metallic Silver and Blossom—by incorporating malleable chromed-finishing technologies into some of its designs. And thanks to 3D Systems, the label has also launched a limited-edition collaboration line with such design greats as Zaha Hadid and Ross Lovegrove to offer wearable 3D-printed shoes that might as well be art. In a shared expression of love for fashion and design, United Nude presented its latest styles at a pop-up shop during the recent opening of AC Hotel Miami Beach. Since both brands boast a modern mindset and European roots, the pairing was a natural step and speaks to the hotel’s expansion into the lifestyle arena. This partnership proves that if the shoe fits, you don’t have to just wear it—you can wear it in style. unitednude.com; ac-hotels.com

DATE BOOK SALLY BREER

Los Angeles’ Los Feliz neighborhood welcomed its first boutique hotel in the form of a five-room, second-floor retreat named Hotel Covell. Local restaurateur Dustin Lancaster linked up with Sally Breer, a stunningly vintage (both in design aesthetic and personal aura) interior designer, to bring to life George Covell, a fictional character that is inspired by bits and pieces of both of their backgrounds. Each of the hotel’s five rooms represents a chapter in Covell’s life, from his Oklahoma roots and Paris love affair to success in New York City. Breer, for her part, was right at home designing a space that is both worldly and unconventional, laidback and luxurious. Here, the bon vivant takes us through her ideal day in the City of Angels. sallybreer.com; hotelcovell.com

10:30 a.m. Drive down to Sunset Junction, parking near Mohawk General. Hit that first for impeccable apparel, and then go on down to Reform School for its card stock collection.

12 p.m. A bit north (about a 20-minute walk if you choose) is Skylight Books, which, in my opinion, is the dreamiest way to spend an afternoon.

1:30 p.m. Hungry? Collect the car and head to Dune in Atwater Village. Get

the falafel, or really anything on the menu.

The space is no-frills but still manages to feel special. After your meal, go across the street for a chocolate chip cookie and espresso from Proof Bakery.

2:30 p.m. Head to Shinola on Sunset for your bespoke Americana fix and Dream Collective for a stained-glass piece and insane bookends you didn’t know that you needed in your life—but, in fact, you need them in your life. Then, stop in Clare V. next door for a minimalist leather clutch that makes you feel like the chicest French girl when you carry it.

4 p.m. Next, hit LawsonFenning’s new showroom on Melrose. Those boys have nailed the “young, handsome bachelor that works too much to fill the fridge but frequents art auctions and collects

special pieces of furniture when he travels” look.

The contemporary furniture they produce is some of the best out there right now. It feels special the way that vintage does but is customizable and affordable. Around the corner, the collection at The Window is entirely unique and left-of-center in the most inspiring way.

7 p.m. Don’t you think we need a drink now?

I certainly do! Upstairs at L&E Oyster Bar is the perfect place for a glass of sparkling wine and some bivalves or the smoked salmon plate, if you wish.

8:30 p.m. Next up, go across the street to Alimento. If you’re not overly indulgent like me, you should order the yellowtail collar or the tortellini in brodo—or just one of everything on the menu.

IN STEP PHOTOS: COURTESY UNITED NUDE. DATE BOOK PHOTOS: BETHANY NAUERT.

9 a.m. Start your day with breakfast tacos at Homestate—the potato taco feels like the oftforgotten one, but it’s actually one of the best items on the menu. Then, walk next door to the newly opened G&B Coffee. They make a ginger turmeric latte (with homemade nut milk) that will quite literally ruin all other lattes for you.

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Personal style: Traditional with an edge. Signature look: Blazer or country jacket, shirt and tie…with scarves and boots, of course; I live in the country! Closet staples: I’m a big Tom Ford fan and his jackets are among some of my favorite pieces I own. Recent fashion score: A new pair of Thom Browne wingtip brogues. Interior philosophy: Classic timelessness always seems relevant, especially when it’s thoughtfully intermixed with modern elements in fresh ways. Design mantra: Old is the new "new."

Accessory motives: They ebb and flow in importance to me, usually by season—more important in winter, less in summer. Splurge-worthy: Art and antiques, beautiful fabrics and luggage. Source of inspiration: The natural world around me, specifically my farm in Virginia.

Never too many… Overcoats.

Can’t live without… Dogs. Guilty pleasure: Dogs with overcoats.

Luxury is… Things that feel good to the touch—a tactile experience.

Whether rough and splintery or smooth and soft, luxury is a feeling.

6 1. No. 9718 Doorknocker / Price available upon request / nanz.com. 2. Gamekeeper Pendant / $1,710 / curreycodealers.com. 3. Cowgirl Money Clip / $5,450 / tomford.com. 4. The Variance Set Spirit Decanters / $279 for set of six / reclamationetchworks.com. 5. Theo Fabric in Yarrow and Rosa Fabric in Valencia / Price available upon request / placetextiles.com. 6. Dove Sideboard / $8,997 / hickorychair.com. 7. Carved Walnut Georgian Style Leather Upholstered Wing Chair / $3,840 / 1stdibs.com.

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Signature look: A custom shirt, hues of blue and barefoot. Closet staples: I’m a creature of habit: I’ve had my favorite topsiders resoled three times as well as a pair of Gucci loafers.

Recent fashion score: A navy blue Burberry trench for all those rainy L.A. days. Interior philosophy: Traditional base flecked with a laid-back vibe.

Design mantra: Navy is my neutral; it’s my spirit color. Accessory motives: Accents are the jewelry, the sparkle, the shine in any space, and I allocate a hefty portion of any budget towards these finishing touches. Recent design score: An all-blue Alex Katz lithograph; art is always worth the splurge. Indulge in…

Fine linens—anything made in small runs. Leontine Linens in New Orleans is a great resource for luxury goods.

Never too many… Blue checked shirts. Can’t live without… My dog Nacho. Guilty pleasure: A hot dog from Pink’s. Luxury is…

Something made incredibly well and that embodies both style and timelessness. I look to small, bespoke companies as my barometer of luxury.

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6. Thomas Chair / Priced from $4,366 / flexformny.com. 7. Dhurrie II / $885 / stfrank.com.

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Signature look: I suppose I’m known for my bow ties, but one day I may wear a runway piece from Dior Homme and the next a tailored Savile Row three-piece suit. Regardless, I tend to “dress up” everyday. Closet staple: Vintage tails from the 1920s. I found them at a consignment store and they didn’t need so much as a stich of alterations—it was as if they had been tailored just for me. Recent design score: An extraordinarily beautiful seascape painting entitled End of the Road—Provincetown 1948; it was a birthday gift to myself.

Fashion mantra: Menswear is the new forefront of fashion. Never too many… Cufflinks! I have hundreds.

Can’t live without… My custommade croc wingtips. Guilty pleasure: Cashmere. Luxury is…

The individual craftsman who has literally made something for you with his or her own hands; it is the single greatest indication of true luxury. Whether it’s a bespoke suit, custom-fitted shoes, a made-tomeasure shirt or a silk-covered sofa, having something made solely for you by a craftsperson is the greatest of luxuries.

1. Melange Chair / $5,500 / kellywearstler.com. 2. Astral Agnes 1-12 Bulb / $7,500 / lindseyadelman.com. 3.

Jake and Elwood Occasional Tables / $1,578 and $4,125 / selva.com. 4. Green Pond Feather Bow Tie / $185 / brackishbowties.com. 5. Hand-Painted Credenza / $9,800 / jeffmartinjoinery.ca. 6. Form Bowls Tall Large Copper / $210 for set of five / tomdixon.net. 7. Tribar Mirror / $1,275 / bowernyc.com. 8. DF 35 Hand Lever Handles in Antique Silver / Price available upon request / charlesedwards.com.

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1. Otis Flat on Belly Handmade Rug / Priced from $485 / houseofrym.com. 2. Kastrup Backpack / $525 / wantessentiels.com. 3. Ring Dish in Charcoal Swirl with Gold / Price available upon request / suiteonestudio.com. 4. L1898-00 Leather Ottoman / Price available upon request / leeindustries.com.

5. British Invasion Pillow in Luggage and Denim Pillow in Blue / $665 each / lancewovens.com. 6. Cannes Crystal Table Lamp / $1,470 / aerin.com.

7. Olivera Chaise Lounge / $23,500 / kgblnyc.com.

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Personal style: Earthy and fairly laid-back. Signature look: I always feel most comfortable in blue jeans, leather boots and a button-down work shirt. Closet staple: I have an old Double Ralph Lauren snap shirt that’s perfectly worn, super soft and incredibly comfortable. Recent fashion score: A handmade pair of Italian leather boots from Fiorentini + Baker. Interior philosophy: Modern with a warm soul; I love rooms that are very edited and straightforward but thoughtfully designed. Design mantra: Authenticity is the new American Dream. Splurge-worthy: I recently indulged in a beautiful wood turning by artist Joshua Vogel. Source of inspiration: The Scandinavian culture consistently strives for elegant simplicity and timeless style, and I’d like to think I do the same in my interiors. Never too many… Wood bowls—no two are ever exactly alike. Can’t live without… My Maldon sea salt. Guilty pleasure: A Friday night double feature at the local theater. Luxury is… Less about privilege and more about experience and awareness: being mindful of a beautiful sunset, sipping a good bourbon, enjoying a delicious home-cooked meal, having time off and sleeping in.

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Chippendale-Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase This magnificent and monumental library bookcase is classic Chippendale in both design and craftsmanship. Based on an almost identical cabinet from Thomas Chippendale’s masterwork, The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director, 1761, this bookcase displays all of the aesthetic hallmarks of Chippendale’s design. The case is crafted of the finest Cuban mahogany and reaches a height of over nine feet and a length of over fourteen feet. Circa 1875. #29-9965

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This spring, Luxe Interiors + Design brought its unique sense of style to the 27th annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), North America’s platform for global design. Held at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the show attracted designophiles from around the world seeking what’s best and what’s next in contemporary design.

As an exclusive sponsor of the four-day show, Luxe Interiors + Design presented the Luxe Pavilion, a carefully curated mix of luxury brand exhibitors, including Afina, Allison Eden Studios, Amadi Carpets, Apex Mills, Ashley Norton, Atelier Premiere, BainUltra, Bobo Royale, Caesarstone, Ciot, Classic Rug, Cliff Young, Corbett Lighting, Cosmic, Decorative Art & Design by Ari, Ellisha Alexina, Empire Industries, Envy, Exclusive Home Interiors, Features Outdoor Living, Ferguson, The Furniture Society, Gameroom Concepts, Guilded LTD., Hardware Renaissance, Hubbardton Forge, The Hudson Company, Hudson Valley Lighting, Hydro Systems, Imaestri, Indo Artifacts, Insane Luxury, Jacuzzi, Jamie Durie Designs, Lambert et Fils, Lapyk, Latoscana, Lazzoni, Lee Industries, Lexington Home Brands, Lorin Marsh, Lucky Anya, Marretti, Material ConneXion, Matthew Studios, Metropolitan Home Hardware & Bath, Monica Correia, Naula, New Moon, Noble Environmental Technologies, Offcentre, Oliver & George Living, Pasargad, Pehuén, Pianeta Legno Floors Inc., Pivot, Pivot Project, Richard W. Townsend, Rocky Mountain Hardware, RS Ceramics, Safavieh, Savy Paint, Simon Pearce, Sublime, Suite NY, Summit Rug, Sunbrella Performance Art, Tapologie, THG-Paris, Troy Lighting, Urban City Designs, XPZ and Zen Design.

The Pavilion also played host to the Luxe Lounge, furnished by Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and Farrow & Ball.

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THE PIECE: Castle 9-01 THE DESIGNER: Jason Miller for Roll & Hill FIND IT: rollandhill.com THE INSPIRATION: The glass pieces of Castle can extend to different lengths yet still remain horizontal or vertical, taking their cues from a game of chess and the rookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to jump any distance but with restricted direction.

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Drama: Castle is a showstopper. It is industrial by way of repetition yet sculpturally compelling and radiant. The way the light subtly glows, rather than shining brightly, is its greatest strength.

Statement: Our eye immediately focuses on a “statement piece.” A dynamic shape, like that of Castle, draws you in and demands attention.

Talent: Offering a voice to the next generation of designers is vital to our industry. Young creatives today, like Jason Miller, bring new ideas and start conversations that lead to innovation.

Luxury: Keen attention to the details of materiality and functionality is luxury.

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Composition: The strength of the Tommy collection is in the juxtaposition of its complex texture within simple silhouettes. The pieces command attention in a soft yet stable way. Classic: The collection reminds me of European antiques markets, with the design combining influences from both classic French eras and midcentury patterns. Evolution: There is a fine balance to strike when retaining the essence of a brand and moving with the times. People live informally today, and by incorporating formal pieces into everyday life, it makes even the most ordinary tasks feel like a treat. Luxury: People will always crave formal luxuries as they create a beautiful environment to share with family and friends.

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FIRE & ICE THE COLLECTION: Tommy Candlesticks THE DESIGNER: Saint-Louis FIND IT: 855.240.9740 THE INSPIRATION: Recalling the original Tommy collection produced by the crystal house in 1928, these modern interpretations created by Saint-Louis are functional and meant for everyday use.

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HEAVY METAL THE PIECE: Ada Stool THE DESIGNER: Thor Taber for Theodore Alexander FIND IT: theodorealexander.com THE INSPIRATION: Hand-finished and perfectly proportioned, this solid-brass stool was inspired by the mood and aesthetic of the 1970s.

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Form: The Ada stool is deceptively simple yet well-considered in terms of its materiality and design. There’s an Escher quality to the lines of the piece that makes it feel magical, and the negative space becomes essential. Material: The warmth and gleam of the polished brass is all modern sophistication and purely chic.

The gold hue contrasts beautifully with the matte upholstered seat. Feel: Whimsy is a key element in keeping a brand fresh and current in today’s marketplace. Adding a moment of delight is precisely the thing that brings a collection to life. Luxury: Luxury is how something makes you feel—it’s a sensation and a quality tied to personal experience.

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RAISING THE BAR THE PIECE: Fut Side Table THE DESIGNER: Eric Schmitt for Christian Liaigre FIND IT: christian-liaigre.us THE INSPIRATION: Fut’s designer, Eric Schmitt, is a self-taught master of bronze who borrows influence from early modernist decorative artists to create functional works of art.

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Shape: The Fut table feels like more than a table—it sparks the imagination to focus on what isn’t there just as much as what is. It’s almost musical with its drum-like form. There’s simplicity and purity to the piece, but it still manages to intrigue you. Surprise: In today’s market, it’s important for a brand to surprise customers in a way that makes them smile. That said, it’s equally important to be thoughtful in your choices and balance a sense of whimsy with timeless silhouettes and traditional materials.

Connection: Buying a piece is personal. I love objects that tell a story. I curate the rooms in my home with pieces that feel special and never buy anything that I’m not in love with. Luxury: Luxury is not something you can define; it’s something you feel.

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FINE PRINT THE PIECE: Cubi 3D Fabric THE DESIGNER: Livio de Simone FIND IT FOR UPHOLSTERY: flairhomecollection.com THE INSPIRATION: The culture, aesthetic and sartorial savvy of Capri has been a constant source of inspiration for the Italian textile designer. For Cubi 3D, the motivation was the colors of the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sea and sky.

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Muse: Before my first trip to Capri years ago, I had read about Livio de Simone and was fascinated by his vibrant use of pattern and color. Cubi 3D feels as though you are looking out of a small window on an island by the sea. Color: The way the colors interact here is so simple yet bold. The different tones of blue and green transport the viewer to a place of serenity. It makes me feel calm and nostalgic. Memory: The way the hues of the sea and sky come together in this motif reminds me of my glamorous grandmother in the 1970s wearing a patterned headscarf in a Cadillac convertible.

Luxury: Being able to indulge in beauty is luxury.

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HOT SEAT THE PIECE: Double Zero Chair THE DESIGNER: David Adjaye for Moroso FIND IT: morosousa.com THE INSPIRATION: Created as a study in form, Double Zero refers to the primary composition of the two floating circular components of the seat and the back enclosed in a series of metal loops.

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Design: Moroso is great at combining classic lines with updated materials and finishes.

The company’s experimentation with scale in their oversize upholstery attracts me to its pieces. Double Zero is at once masculine, sensible, edgy and fluid. Craft: David Adjaye’s architecture challenges traditional concepts of space and form, and this piece echoes that in its unique yet practical silhouette. Collaboration: Partnerships such as these bring a fresh breath of creativity to our competitive industry. Innovation and playfulness often result in a best seller!

Luxury: Quality pieces that stand the test of time are considered luxuries.

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Tiffany & Co. Chrysanthemum Flatware Service An important 225-piece Tiffany & Co. Chrysanthemum silver flatware service. Many rare pieces are contained in this complete service for 12, including a Saratoga chip server and a delicate berry spoon. Incorporating traditional Baroque shapes with a modern, natural design, Chrysanthemum is among the most highly prized and luxurious of all Tiffany patterns. Marked “TIFFANY & CO/ STERLING.” Circa 1890. Chest: 40”w x 267/8”d x 391/2”h. #30-1603

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Technology has influenced and affected every industry in design—its ubiquity has forced even the most ardent of purists to adapt in one way or another. But simply adapting is not enough: The survival of today’s leading manufacturers of luxury, bespoke goods has been contingent upon their ability to find an equilibrium between handmade and high-tech. “THE MARK OF THE MAKER” takes a look inside some of the most respected companies in their fields, recognized for their painstakingly intricate building processes and commitment to pre-modern artisanal forms of production.

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Our clients are looking for one-of-a-kind products that are designed to last.

Since its inception, Sun Valley Bronze has been characterized by being an innovative and dynamic business with a relentless quality-centric product strategy. The company’s style and design language has continuously evolved over the past two decades to create a leading American-made brand. Sun Valley Bronze’s design studio and manufacturing facility are creative powerhouses, blending time-honored, handcrafted practices with cutting-edge technology. “When the company first started, every pattern was created by hand,” shares Sun Valley Bronze Founder Bob Commons. “Today, we use more state-of-the-art processes, such as 3-D modeling, CNC milling and 3-D printing. These processes are used from design concept throughout manufacturing.” The evolution of an idea to a tangible, beautiful object begins with a sketch. Technology brings the drawing into brilliant, living color with 3-D modeling software. It is then sent to the CNC milling machine to create a prototype, or one of Sun Valley Bronze’s skilled artisans will create a pattern by hand.

“Prototypes are field checked for functionality and how the user interacts with the piece,” Commons says. “Fine-tuning of the design generally happens by hand.” An amalgam of human artistry and technological feats, the Sun Valley Bronze brand has become synonymous with beautiful design made to the highest of standards.

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Materials are always integral to the design process.

We work primarily in art-grade silicon and white bronze. Our products are sand-cast, which creates a beautiful, authentic and subtle texture on the surface of the material.

What are your influences when conceiving a piece of work?

The majority of our custom work is driven by architects and designers who want a specific architectural detail to be carried throughout a project. Outside of custom work, our designs are driven by material, ergonomics and process.

Have your practices changed to keep up with new technologies?

Absolutely. When Sun Valley Bronze first started 20 years ago, all patterns were made in a woodshop by hand. Today, we use 3-D modeling software and CNC milling machines. We also collaborate with Boise State University to realize some of our more complicated designs with 3-D printing technology.

1. Molten bronze pours from the crucible at the foundry.

2. After matching, cabinet knobs are lined up for finishing.

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SAMAD

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There are no shortcuts when it comes to quality.

Brothers and business partners David and Malcolm Samad founded their handknotted rug business more than 30 years ago. Steeped in a familial legacy of hard work and strong ethics, the entrepreneurial Samads set out to create the world’s finest decorative rugs. “The foundation of our business is based on our love of beautiful carpets,” David says. “Our late father, Eric Samad, taught us the importance of running our business with integrity and establishing meaningful relationships with our manufacturers and customers alike.” Founded in New York City and now headquartered in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the company has expanded globally with offices in England and India. Known for exquisitely blended, hand-carded, handspun wools and silks, Samad’s creative processes date to antiquity—technology, while beneficial, has not been as instrumental in the creation of these meticulously crafted rugs. True to its origins, “made by hand” prevails in this ancient art form.

“Essentially, making a hand-knotted rug is exactly the same today as it has been for centuries,” Malcolm says. “What has changed is the technology that allows us to see what a finished rug will look like on a computer screen even before it is woven.

Reducing the trial and error factor has allowed us to focus and produce rugs that are fashion forward in both color and design.”

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“Samad uses the best handspun wools and only the finest handspun silks available,” David says.

“We will never compromise on quality. It’s the best or nothing.”

Sources of inspiration.

“There are no hard and fast rules when creating a rug,” Malcolm asserts. “We start with a concept, which will in turn determine which materials and creative elements we use to enhance the design.”

The wow factor.

“The most rewarding part of the rug-making process is creating stunning new collections that literally ‘wow’ people,” David says. “Creating groundbreaking designs in unique textures and color palettes sets us apart.”

1. Carpet weaving in Rajasthan, India.

2. Traditional rug-making tools still used today.

3. Small pot dyeing yarn from time-honored recipes.

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Perception Silver-Lilac from the Transcendence Wool & Silk Rug Collection

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Hubbardton Forge began life in 1974 in a tiny, drafty barn in Vermont. From the beginning, the ambition was to create beautiful, inspiring, heirloom-quality pieces that would be loved. Today, equipped with more than 200 skilled craftspeople, artisans and trade professionals, Hubbardton Forge is an American classic in the realm of hand-forged lighting. “Authenticity and genuineness is the lifeblood of everything we do, from our designs and the artisans who take pride in their work, to how we treat our employees and our environment,” says Hubbardton Forge Design Director David Kitts. A design-driven company rooted in the ideals of handcraftsmanship and quality materials, Hubbardton Forge draws inspiration from a myriad of people, places and objects, with designers proficient in architecture, jewelry design, engineering and beyond. The common denominator among this blend of artisans is the passion for the forge. “Our primary muse is the steel we forge,” he says. “We are always experimenting with what can be done next with steel and other metals.” Its design process, often the result of the convergence of two paths, is guided by both the marketplace and the imagination. “First, our designs are based on trends, gaps and needs in the marketplace; the second being unique forms, shapes and concepts that may result from a variety of conditions,” Kitts says. “This often results in the beginning of a lighting design, which is then brought into a much more defined development process.”

What should we be looking for in well-made lighting fixtures?

A well-made fixture should not be held together by a lot of nuts and bolts or contain many (if any) plastic components or thin-gauged stamped parts.

It should have a quality of build that looks good both from a distance and close-up. The finish on the fixture should be durable and have depth.

How do you think the craft/artisan community in the U.S. has changed?

The increased focus on “made in America” has both been good and bad for the craft/artisan community.

It’s become a big marketing tool for many; however, we need to be careful that the authenticity is there.

There is a big difference between “made” and “assembled” in America.

How have your practices changed to keep up with new technologies?

The light source is no longer secondary in the design development process but is now often the driver in the design.

1. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater home, the Planar combines hand-forged planes of steel with LED light guide technology.

2. Metal is heated in the forge to nearly 2,000 degrees F before being bent and shaped by Vermont artisans.

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DACOR

Established in 1948 by Stan Joseph, Dacor was founded upon the premise that innovation must matter. The Joseph family, rooted in a 50-year history in Los Angeles, California, has explored this philosophy in various forms, imposing demanding ambitions on their designers and engineers, as well as onto each other, to attempt stunning, original and technically progressive designs for residential kitchens. Their products, while varied in form and function, all maintain a strong appreciation for the end user.

“We ask ourselves, ‘How will this affect the homeowner?’” shares Dacor President Steven Joseph, “ ‘Are we making the cooking experience better? Easier? Simpler?’ It’s not about technology for technology’s sake— it’s about simplifying the cooking process to make the culinary experience accessible to everyone and to empower the individual.”

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At Dacor, it’s one in the same. From kitchen ventilation to the indoor grill to the 30" wall oven to the connected iQ oven and range, our legacy of innovation is our heritage.

Are Dacor’s products easily recognizable?

Do they share any signature design elements?

Yes, I think that there is a definite Dacor look: high technology encased in clean lines and sophisticated styling.

What do you regard as the greatest success of your firm to date?

Dacor has introduced product firsts that have revolutionized the kitchen appliance industry.

One of their most significant products was the 30" Pure Convection™, Self-cleaning Built-in Wall Oven, released in 1987. It has since become the industry standard.

1. The four bottle WineStation dispenser with patented preservation system, ensuring that each glass is like the first.

2. Founder, Stan Joseph.

3. New Discovery fully integrated refrigeration with deeper interior depth and all-metal interior body construction.

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Complete your dream kitchen with a free Dishwasher, Microwave, Ventilation System or Instant Savings with our Go For GOLD offer, for a limited time. Learn more at www.dacor.com/GoForGold

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Bausman & Company, established in 1971 by Robert Williams and Craig Johnson, began in a small atelier in Southern California. Creating custom, handcrafted, bench-made furniture for designers and dealers attending High Point Market and high-end design firms locally, Bausman & Company has become synonymous with enduring craftsmanship and design integrity. “We have remained successful in providing the highest quality bench-made furniture in the U.S. to customers who deserve and appreciate the best products that their money can buy,” says the company’s president and CEO Craig Johnson. “We prefer to produce tomorrow’s heirlooms by successfully incorporating cutting-edge technology with old-world handmade practices.” Comprising artisans ranging from cabinetmakers to CAD engineers to craftspeople who complete a meticulous finishing process, Bausman & Company maintains a highly skilled team of professionals who average more than 20 years of refining their craft. “Our company’s continuous growth has allowed us to preserve and create jobs for artisans and craftspeople domestically producing products, ranging from one-of-a-kind items to production runs for contract and hospitality projects domestically and internationally,” Johnson says.

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We prefer the human touch and the ability to make lastminute enhancements when creative inspirations occur.

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My favorite piece right now is a reclaimed oak office cabinet designed by our Design Director, Dominique Daniels. It has multidimensional symmetrical and asymmetrical planes inspired

by Frank Lloyd Wright. I admire the texture and sculptural nuances in the presentation, as well as the hidden storage elements combined with our handcrafted iron hardware and base.

Do you have a design process? If so, what is it?

We design concepts ranging from modernizing classics to executing specific project requirements from clients to working as a design incubator for local design talent.

What legacy do you wish to leave behind?

I would like our furniture and the Bausman brand to be highly regarded and valued 100 years from now by multigenerations after we are no longer manufacturing. I hope that they will say: “Bausman really understood the meaning of timeless quality in manufacturing.”

1. #6981 sofa.

2. Bausman & Company President and CEO Craig Johnson.

3. Jupe table #2758Z-D3, zinc base/pewter.

4. Jupe table with mechanism opened.

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BALDWIN HARDWARE STEEPED I N H IS T ORY , COMMI TTED TO T H E FUTURE: BALDWIN’ S B E S T PRACTICES Trademarks.

Baldwin is known as a finish leader in the industry.

Well-defined lines and intricate details are signs of a quality-made piece of hardware.

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An American dream fulfilled, the story of Baldwin Hardware is marked by a tireless work ethic, deft craftsmanship and ingenuity—tenets that remain the lifeblood of the company today. Established in 1946, the architectural hardware manufacturer is best known for its enduring bronze masterpieces. From the moment the material is first handled and worked, each process builds on a seven-decade-long heritage. “We have a robust design process involving many steps along the way,” says PJ Rosch, Baldwin brand manager. The transformation from the abstract to the tangible begins with the Baldwin design team as they sketch hundreds of concepts. The best are then selected for multiple rounds of refinement and market research. “We have many tools at our disposal, including rapid-prototyping and hand-sculpting tools,” she says. “Once in production, our products are handcrafted by an average of 30 people throughout the manufacturing process.” The last rounds of refinement for a Baldwin product are the most critical, as even the most infinitesimal change can alter its form and utility.

“It is the last 10 percent of the design that separates us from the competition,” Rosch asserts. “It’s thrilling to see a piece of work come to life.”

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Baldwin favorites.

The new pocket door lock, with its sophisticated yet contemporary designs, is a new favorite.

Guiding principles.

Stay true to the design and the time period. Don’t water things down to satisfy the masses; onpurpose designs are what Baldwin values.

A company of firsts.

In addition to being the first company to forge solid brass door hardware, Baldwin was also the first to offer PVD lifetime finishes.

1. Red hot brass billets being placed into the bender, forming a door pull after exiting the gas furnace.

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LITTMAN BRANDS Immersed in the lighting industry for more than 35 years, David Littman, founder and chairman of esteemed lighting manufacturer Littman Brands, possesses an infectious exuberance for his work and plays an integral part in creating and producing each design to his discerning standards. “Littman Brands companies are positioned toward the high end of the market. We don’t know how (and are not planning) to design inexpensive lighting fixtures,” Littman asserts. “Decorative lighting used to be more of an afterthought, and we’ve invested a lot of resources into educating consumers about how quality lighting enhances architecture for the long-term.” The parent company for three distinct decorative lighting brands—Hudson Valley Lighting, Troy Lighting and Corbett Lighting—Littman Brands honors the beauty of time-honored designs and antiques while incorporating new technology into its timeless pieces.

“Across all brands, we are always looking for new and innovative materials to enhance our lighting designs or inspire us to create something unique,” he says. “For example, we incorporated our high-performance LEDs into some of our latest collections, where we actually machined important components (for displacing heat) as part of the exposed decorative fixture.”

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To stay on the cutting-edge of the industry, we’re producing more than 600 new lighting designs per year, including a large push for innovation in the energy-efficient, high-performance LED space.

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THREE UNI QU E B RANDS AT THE FORE F RONT OF TECHNOLOGY + DE S I GN Hudson Valley Lighting® Hudson Valley released new collections that use inlaid brass and glass alchemy, an uncommon Italian glass-making technique that creates a rare effect. Artisans inlay strands of brass in molten glass vertically and horizontally while blowing it into shape. The nearly dissolved brass strands remain embedded within, creating bubbles that glow once illuminated.

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Troy Lighting Perhaps the most ambitious of Troy Lighting’s is the Aviation collection, inspired by the streamlined curves of mid-twentieth-century aircraft. This aerodynamic new series evokes vintage airplanes with the modern additions of powerful lighting design, including Mitchel Field, combining highperformance LED technology together with handcrafted and fabricated metalwork.

Corbett Lighting Corbett Lighting is best known for its fashionforward, dramatic designs that incorporate beautiful elements, such as natural agate, micro-beaded jewelry chain, crystal drops and fine porcelain. New, sculptural designs combine with organic forms to create one-of-a-kind jewelry for the walls and ceilings.

1. Hudson Valley Lighting’s Coolidge. The magic of brass and alchemy.

2. In the details. Master artisans carefully fabricate intricate steel and brass.

3. Meticulous crafting in every creation results in a finish one can appreciate from any angle.

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MARGE CARSON Marge Carson embodies the entrepreneurial, “can-do” paradigm shift that took place during and after WWII in the United States. In the late 1940s, Carson, formerly an interior designer, was continually unsuccessful in her search for fine upholstery—so she decided to make it herself. Today, Marge Carson has grown beyond the individual and into a brand name synonymous with quality and craftsmanship.

The bespoke furniture company makes bedroom, dining room, upholstery and occasional furniture, often slightly larger in scale to proportion properly for larger homes or larger spaces. Its methods of handcraftsmanship have been long maintained, from sketching to carving. “We are always evolving with the times,” says Jim LaBarge, owner and CEO of Marge Carson. “However, we will continue to hand carve rather than cast carve or machine carve, because we believe it gives the item an integrity and authenticity not achievable by the other methods.” Upholstery, the basis on which the firm was founded, is a great source of pride for LaBarge. “Fine upholstery starts with fabric, which often has a pattern. There are various complexities to get these patterns to match properly and our fabric cutters and upholsters can either flow match, two-way match or four-way match fabric depending on the shape of the item,” he shares. “We believe our fabric matching capabilities are the finest in the furniture industry.”

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We often design furniture with unique materials, such as stone, shell or metal, in mind. The materials definitely influence our creations, both structurally and aesthetically.

What are your values and ethics when it comes to designing/creating?

We design for look and not for cost. A customer is overwhelmed with choices, and so you only have a nanosecond when they look at your product. It either tugs at their heartstrings or they move on.

What part of the design process excites you the most?

It is incredibly exciting to see design ideas become sketches, which get refined and then turned into prototypes, which get further refined and are then brought to market and receive “oohs” and “aahs” and then sell for years to delighted customers.

1. Marge Carson living room (GXY43 Galaxy sofa, SNA10-1 Sonoma credenza, LS00 La Scala cocktail table, SNA41 Sonoma lounge chair).

2. Malibu bedroom (MLB11 Malibu panel bed and MLB13 Malibu nightstand).

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The beveled countertop on the island is from Caesarstone; the dining chairs are by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso.

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There’s more to a showpiece kitchen or bathroom than materials and top-of-the-line appliances—though those obviously play a large role.

Instead, it’s the details that separate a strictly functional space from one that dazzles owners and guests alike (think: a pretty modern faucet that has sparkling water on tap or a couture-inspired bathroom vanity as multifaceted as a diamond), and you don’t have to go overthe-top to make a statement. Today’s luxury means embracing and celebrating artisanal goods, particularly when they come with a wellworn patina and slight imperfections that serve as charming signs of their makers’ hand. Here, we eschew flashy formality in favor of fancy-free spaces that are big on personality.

THE MIDAS TOUCH ANDEE HESS

A young homeowner’s Portland kitchen goes from bachelor party to black-tie optional thanks to interior designer Andee Hess’ crisp, modern aesthetic. osmosedesign.com Share your vision for this handsome space.

The homeowner wanted to customize the kitchen and existing Neil Kelly lower cabinets and explore working with local artisans, so we played with the extreme facets and angles of the architecture found throughout the interiors to create one-ofa-kind elements, like the bookcase extension attached to the island.

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Favorite thing about this showstopping kitchen?

I particularly love the statement-making chandelier. We purchased it from Lobmeyr, a Vienna, Austria-based company that had originally designed the fixture for The Metropolitan Opera in New York over 40 years ago. It’s special and not something you get to see every day.

What makes this a luxury kitchen?

Here, it’s all about the thoughtfulness, time and consideration given to each and every one of the incredible details. There’s a lot of complexity here—both in terms of finishes and the engineering required to implement some of the designs.

It’s both understated yet impactful.

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The oven in this kitchen is from Lacanche; the countertops are Danby marble from Vermont.

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UNDER THE HOOD This white-on-white kitchen by New York-based interior designer Tamara Eaton gets a serious dose of cool thanks to the custom-fabricated brass hood that takes center stage in the space. The monolithic structure sparkles against its backdrop of pristine white-glazed brick from Waterworks and functions as a nod to the home’s historic origins. “It gives the kitchen a really artistic approach,” says Eaton. “I love that the unlacquered brass finish will slowly change over time and produce a really beautiful patina as it ages, which is fitting as it recalls the brass doorknobs and hinges often found in the older town houses in this neighborhood.” tamaratoday.com

KITCHEN PHOTO: FRANCIS DZIKOWSKI.

New York-based woodworker Ariele Alasko recently packed up her studio in Brooklyn for co-working digs in Queens, providing a new home for her fiercely coveted handcrafted kitchen wares—from oversize walnut serving boards to soup spoons and butter knives whittled from ambrosia maple. arielealasko.com

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AGA DUAL CONTROL

Put down that bottle of San Pellegrino: For those with a thirst for sparkling water, Grohe’s Blue faucet offers up chilled, bubbly H2O on tap. Using a patented five-stage filter to eliminate impurities—like chlorine, limescale and heavy metal—in the water that is delivered to the home, and an active carbon filter to provide the perfect amount of carbonation, Grohe’s newest technology is seeking to make a dent in the estimated 38 billion water bottles that end up in landfills each year. The result is a dynamic kitchen staple that is a win for environmental enthusiasts and those with discerning palates alike. grohe.com

At the beginning of this year, celebrated appliance company Aga said goodbye to its old oven staples and welcomed a whole new fleet of super-efficient, energy-conscious ranges to its U.S. lineup.

One thing that hasn’t changed? The brand’s dedication to quality cooking and good looks. agamarvel.com

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A crisp, black-and-white palette has long been a staple for überchic interiors, but this edgy bathroom by Nashville interior designer Benjamin Vandiver takes the classic color combo to new levels.

Thanks to the seemingly random linework on the graphic wallpaper from Kelly Wearstler, the bathroom’s more traditional elements, such as the wood-and-marble vanity and penny-round tile flooring, are cast in a seriously modern light. benjaminvandiver.com

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DIPPING IN

Interior designer Kelly Hoppen recently teamed up with Australian brand Apaiser to release a new bathroom collection featuring sinuous bathtubs and vanities that take their inspiration from naturally occurring silhouettes in the environment. The Harmony tub shown here, for example, is inspired by the form of a petal from a slowly unfurling lotus flower. With reclaimed marble serving to craft the core of each of Hoppen’s creations, the pieces are then finished by hand to capture an organic feeling that transforms the bath into a spa-like oasis. apaiser.com; kellyhoppen.com

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VANDIVER BATHROOM PHOTO: REID ROLLS.

The concept behind luxury European bathroom company Maison Valentina’s newest freestand vanity is simple: No space in the home (or finger on the hand for that matter) should go without a little bit of sparkle. Here, the Diamond’s high-gloss finish and touches of gold give the piece a multifaceted appeal. maisonvalentina.net

BOX

Handcrafted and embossed with a textured crocodile print from Limoges porcelain, this precious box from L’Objet is a must-have for the bathroom, with plenty of space to stow keepsakes while feeling a bit like one on its own, thanks to its rich 24-karat gold border. l-objet.com

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BOLD TOUCHES OF BLUE POP AGAINST A CHARMING SHIPLAP WALL AND LAYERS OF PATINATED WOOD IN THIS SPACE FROM DESIGNERS WENDY AND GREG BLACKBAND.

Shiplap walls seem to be a rarity in homes these days.

This is one of the first rooms you see when you enter the home and we wanted it to be eye-catching.

Adding the shiplap to the focal wall helped to bring in a necessary layer of texture. It gives the space a traditional yet coastal flair and draws the eye to the fireplace that we dressed with a modern, ocean-inspired art piece. Keeping all of the walls white, bright and clean allow the furnishings to do the talking.

The furnishings really do set the tone for the space.

We love mixing wood tones with textures, as it keeps things casual and interesting. We purchased this navy velvet from Laura Ashley a few years ago and had been hanging onto it for the perfect project. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so glad we did because the velvet brought new life to the sofa. The mix of the opulent sofa and the deconstructed accent chairs paired with the jute rug is the perfect fusion of luxury and casual sophistication.

Were there any challenges?

It was a task trying to figure out what to place in the niches on both sides of the fireplace. We wanted to keep this room light, airy and free of clutter. The challenge was giving the niches a nice composition and balance.

We found balance in the blue-andwhite porcelain vases and filled them with water and small stones to raise the height of the leaves, only later to realize they were so heavy we could barely move them!

It turned out just fine though.

Coastal Horizons 2 Artwork / Wendover Art Group / wendoverart.com. Custom Reclaimed-Wood Consoles, Demilune Sofa Frame and Upholstery / Blackband Design / blackbanddesign.com. Interior Design / Wendy and Greg Blackband / Blackband Design / blackbanddesign.com.

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MASTER BEDROOM A CREAMY PALETTE DRESSED WITH JEWELRY-LIKE OBJETS BECOMES THE HIGHLIGHT IN A CORNER OF THIS MASTER BEDROOM FROM DESIGNER WENDI YOUNG.

This vignette is so dreamy and lends itself to such an old-world feel.

I sought to select relaxed finishes and accessories that reflected the Provence-style of this home. Originally decorated with gilded finishes and formal French furnishings, I stripped down the room’s heavy formality while maintaining the beautiful reclaimedwood floors and antique fireplace. I then updated the space with a pretty white paint on the wall panels and cabinetry. I just love the juxtaposition of the rock crystal sconces paired with the detailing of the bookcase and objets.

The bookshelf is perfectly imperfect.

When it comes to styling, it’s all about intuition. I suppose there are rules of thumb for styling, but I just place items where they feel right. The bookshelf is a collection of “found” pieces selected for their quiet, relaxed feel and earthy qualities: a glazed antique French pot, bone bead necklaces, a Chinese box with rustic painted details, books covered in brown paper, and a piece of coral.

If you had to choose, what would you say you most admire here?

The earthy, ethnic influences are what really resonate with me, as does the combination of refined with rustic, formal with relaxed.

This room turns absolutely magical when the light streams through the windows in the afternoon.

Cabinetry Hardware / J. Nicolas Architectural Imported Hardware / jnicolas.com. General Contractor / Michael Roberts / Michael Roberts Construction / robertscc.com. Interior Design / Wendi Young / Wendi Young Design / wendiyoung.com.

Salvaged Octagonal Mirror / Restoration Hardware / restorationhardware.com. Sconce / Dennis & Leen / dennisandleen.com.

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DINING ROOM DESIGNER DEIRDRE DOHERTY BREATHES NEW LIFE AND CHARACTER BACK INTO A 1930S SPANISH BUNGALOW.

This room seems like such a juxtaposition of old and new.

In keeping with a Spanish modern design theme, it was important to nod to the history of the home.

We stained the floors and window frames to add contrast to the unusually high plaster relief walls, but chose to keep the ceiling as is since it is the original subroof. The perfect patina of the ceiling paired against the freshly painted walls, grounded with the aged antique rug, make the new pieces feel as if they have always been here.

Was the built-in bar original to the home?

The wet bar was a feature original to the house, but we chose to redo the look and feel of it. We started the transformation with a hammered-copper sink; I found a local artisan who works with sheet metal to form the countertop and melt it seamlessly into the sinkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge. The countertop came with a few scratches, and the fact that it will eventually patina was alluring to the client, who purposefully left drinks on it to dull down the finish.

The mix of dining chairs adds such a unique aesthetic.

We knew from the start we wanted an informal look and a mix of chairs, so when it was time, I brought in a few mix-and-match pieces, eventually settling on this grouping. Three was the magic number in this space to make it feel purposefully eclectic yet not erratic. The mix of chairs and their seemingly random arrangement around the table bring in the relaxed atmosphere the client was looking for in this space.

Custom Dining Table Design / Deirdre Doherty Interiors / ddidesigns.com. Dining Chairs / Amsterdam Modern / amsterdammodern.com.

Georgian Wingback Chairs / Restoration Hardware / restorationhardware.com. Home Builder / Oren Goldman and Shlomi Nahum / Elite Remodeling & Construction, Inc. / elite-remodeling.com. Interior Design / Deirdre Doherty / Deirdre Doherty Interiors / ddidesigns.com.

Millwork / Ian Ferguson / Dig It Furniture / digitfurniture.com. Wingback Chair Cushion Fabric / Osborne & Little / osborneandlittle.com.

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UNDER THE AFFLUENCE To the upscale consumer—the Internet-savvy, seasoned traveler with a pulse on all the latest and greatest—there is almost nothing left that is off-limits. So, what exactly impresses the person who has everything? Driving the cool ride straight off the showroom floor isn’t enough anymore nor is the museum-quality masterpiece over the mantel or the multi-carat sparkler that catches the light just right. Today’s luxury living demands a completely one-of-a-kind experience, so we spoke to 10 of the industry’s most well-respected creatives—from the worlds of automobiles and technology to contemporary art and design—who are used to delivering just that. Find out what’s on their radars now.

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ART

Sotheby’s Cheyenne Westphal has overseen every major contemporary art sale in Europe since 1999 as co-head of the well-respected auction house’s contemporary art team. As such, the German-born dynamo knows a thing or two about what is consistently making it onto collectors’ wish lists. Here, Westphal puts the art industry into picture-perfect focus.

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How have consumers’ art-buying habits changed over the past three to five years?

We are seeing more of clients collecting across different categories and eras. Many of today’s collectors are excited by the opportunity to hang a contemporary work alongside an Old Master or Impressionist painting. This is something we will be showcasing ahead of the London sale season with our curated “Masterpieces” exhibition, which will bring together highlights from all our major summer auctions.

What’s hot to collect right now?

My advice to those looking to build a collection is to purchase work that you love. This could be paintings or prints by the giants of contemporary art, like Warhol and Richter, or younger artists, such as Jonas Wood and Danh Vô; the important thing is to follow your passion.

Best way to display art at home?

One of the most thrilling aspects of contemporary art is the multitude of forms it takes: from painting to installation, video to performance. For this reason, it presents new opportunities and challenges when exhibiting at home. Last October, we offered works from Giobatta Meneguzzo’s collection that had hung in his iconic Gio Ponti house. It’s an extraordinary example of what is possible when the disciplines of art and architecture work together.

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Is there a specific genre or time period of art that is in demand currently?

The entirety of the contemporary art market is in a very strong place at the moment. Our May Contemporary Evening sale in New York was led by fantastic results for legendary names like Lichtenstein and Rothko, but we also saw new records for many artists working today, including talents like Christopher Wool and Mark Bradford.

What is the best international show for art lovers to attend each year?

The Venice Biennale opened in May, and I would urge any art lover to visit if they have the opportunity before it closes in late November. There is no better place to discover exciting new work—with the added bonus that it takes place in a stunningly beautiful setting! sothebys.com

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Italian design house Zagato is a legend in the automotive industry, creating exclusive, custom versions of the world’s most soughtafter luxury vehicles for companies like Maserati, Ferrari and Aston Martin and private owners alike. One thing that remains consistent regardless of the emblem or badge on the cars’ hoods is the consumers’ desire for something unique, and according to Zagato CEO Andrea Zagato, design is key. “There’s something compelling about the freedom to explore new and different aesthetic solutions without having to follow mass-market trends,” he says. “Clients are turning to Zagato not only for one-of-a-kind trim and color but for the experience or adventure of making their own car rather than buying something as offered.” zagato.it

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Co-founder of the design-art institution Carpenters Workshop Gallery, entrepreneur Loic Le Gaillard shares his input on the qualities that make lighting, furniture and accessories the ultimate must-haves for today’s well-connected collectors.

Craftsmanship: It’s the most important thing when you’re buying an item at a high price point. Using quality materials like bronze, aluminum and wood factor in here, but it’s the notion of something being crafted by hand that is truly hitting home with our clients.

Name recognition: There are some designers who have a cache that can’t be touched. I love Wendell Castle (whose Dark Wish chair is showcased here); he’s amazing, and he’s just peaking now at the age of 82—delivering some of the best pieces of furniture he’s ever worked on. Ingrid Donat is also blowing me away with her pieces in bronze.

Limited edition: Design and art fairs are becoming major grounds for elite consumers, with each one looking for something that will differentiate their collections from those of their friends and neighbors. Limited-series runs or one-of-a-kind pieces are the way to do it; people are really responding to our gallery’s ethos. carpentersworkshopgallery.com

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MATERIAL MAGIC Dr. Andrew Dent spends his days culling over the newest modern materials and technologies for his role as vice president of library and materials research for international creative database Material ConneXion.

As a result, Dent is on the forefront of the new industrial revolution, touting 3D printing, composite materials and PVD coating as the next big things. Of all the magical items to cross his desk, however, he does have one favorite: “I’m really crazy about something called Willow Glass right now,” he says. “It is thin, hard, flexible glass that can also be rolled up. It is currently being used as a hardtop surface for steels, plastics and painted finishes as a way of creating real glass, scratchresistant surfaces for other materials.” materialconnexion.com

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When travelers are looking to get away, they want to feel like they’re really getting away. While they’re not willing to eschew the comforts of home (think: air conditioning and spa-approved toiletries), their hope is that a trip to a ranch in Montana will come with horseback riding and a menu full of interesting game staples or that a weekend in the Florida Keys will deliver straw-hut bars galore. For Chief Creative Officer Scott Colee, whose luxury boutique hotel management company Noble House’s portfolio includes Gateway Canyons in Colorado and San Diego’s Kona Kai, this change from the all-inclusive packages of yore was easy to foresee. “It’s about giving guests an experience that cannot be duplicated anywhere else,” he says. “So, we work with local artisans during build-out and promote local breweries, wineries and cuisine.” noblehousehotels.com

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The recent release of Apple’s limited-edition, 18-karat gold watch has further highlighted a bit of a departure in the technology industry: It’s not enough to have the latest in digital advancements. Consumers must also feel like they are being presented with choices to help them express their individuality, whether it’s selecting the color of the finish on the back of their phone or picking the perfect fit for their wearable tech. It’s a trend that London-based Vertu has been keen to since it launched its first custom cell phone in 2002. “Consumer choice and the ability to use monograms, special colors or unique materials is commonplace in the luxury industry for valid reason,” says company CEO Massimiliano Pogliani. “It helps underpin the individual style of the buyer, which is paramount.” vertu.com

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For celebrated event planner and entertainer extraordinaire Bronson van Wyck, a successful party is about more than food and flowers (though, if you’re in the throes of planning, he’ll be the first to tell you that a smattering of jewel-colored dahlias works beautifully for fall). Instead, it’s about creating an experience that attendees might never have dreamed of—like when his firm built an open-air chapel on a mountaintop valley in Aspen or completely tented Four Freedoms Park on New York’s Roosevelt Island. Catch up with the maestro’s top picks for an event to remember and start planning your dreamy fall fete now.

Most important element of luxury entertaining? Lighting! No other element can transform your party (and your guests) like lighting. When it’s strategically placed, it gives everyone a glow-y boost (and acts like an instant Instagram filter). It should come from three levels: display votives below, taper candles at eye level and a glittering chandelier above. Hottest party trend? Hosts and guests alike are embracing fantastical themes like masquerade parties. When you dress up, you drink more, and when you drink more, you have more fun. Who’s your go-to for luxury tabletop décor? I love what Elad Yifrach has created with L’Objet. He takes my favorite things, like snakes, malachite and even fish scales, and brings them to the table with rich textures and luxurious colors. I also rely on Bellino for linens. What’s on the menu?

I prefer serving comfort food or unexpected dishes, but there’s no doubt that fried chicken just tastes better when it’s served on china. Dress code? Yay or nay? Yes. You want your guests to feel comfortable, and nothing makes you feel more out of place than being overdressed or underdressed. Spell it out so people arrive feeling good and ready to have a ball. vanwyck.net

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Diamonds have been the go-to mineral-as-status-symbol since the 1930s, but new pioneers in the jewelry landscape, such as New York-based designer Monique Péan, have been finding inspiration from other rare materials, like fossilized walrus ivory, dinosaur bone and meteorite. The result is a diversified accessories experience that is quickly transforming what consumers think of when they talk about jewelry and what they’re gravitating toward when it’s time to wear it.

Have consumers become more interested in manufacturing? I think that people are beginning to realize how important it is to consider how the materials used to create a piece of jewelry were sourced, as well as how it was assembled. We work with artisanal miners and mines that are dedicated to social and environmental responsibility.

What is the appeal of the unusual materials you use in designs? Fossilized dinosaur bone is extremely rare, as it has been petrified during the fossilization process; its intricate patterns remind me of abstract art. I think that working with sustainable and natural materials that are simultaneously hard to

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What other industries are you watching for inspiration?

Each year, I take a trip to a new destination to find sustainable materials and partner with local artisans. My recent Seto collection was inspired by Japan and the juxtaposition between the country’s traditional art and the minimalist works of native architect Tadao Ando. I referenced the aerial view of Ando’s simple, graphic shapes against the island’s natural landscape by surrounding painterly patterned agate and lovely tourmalinated quartz with bold structural settings. moniquepean.com

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BY THE YARD Is there anything more luxurious than a smooth Venetian silk? Maybe not, but major advancements in the textile industry are putting the newest crop of fabrics made from acrylic yarns in serious competition. For Donghia Creative Director Chuck Chewning, these lifestyle-friendly category defiers are changing the game. “There’s been a major movement to durability,” he explains. “People want to live comfortably with their children and their animals by their sides, but they don’t want to compromise on aesthetics and good looks. The strides we’ve made in outdoor fabrics in particular have been huge. We’re now able to recreate outdoor velvets and chenille that mimic the look and feel of the real thing so closely it’s incredible.” donghia.com

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Sustainability: Energy conservation has gotten cool, and our clients are expressing a great deal of enthusiasm for locally sourced materials and craft. We’re now installing smart meters in all of our new builds so that we can monitor the performance of the house for the first year and adjust accordingly.

Outdoor connection: More and more of our clients are expressing interest in homes that provide a strong indoor/ outdoor experience in both urban and rural settings. Not only does it provide extra square footage, which is especially useful for entertaining, but it’s a strong indicator that our appreciation for the environment keeps growing.

Natural materials: While natural materials such as stone, marble and granite are inherently gorgeous, design lovers are also starting to appreciate materials like concrete, which have been overlooked traditionally. So much energy goes into pouring a concrete floor and when you factor in how it’s then ground, you get a real feel for the artisans’ handiwork. It’s an art form. lakeflato.com

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Liz Gordon Owner 453 South La Brea Drive Los Angeles, California 323.939.4403 liz@lahardware.com lahardware.com

What do you like most about your job?

I like treasure hunting for the antique side of the store and creating new product for the contemporary side of the store.

Discovering and collaborating with artists to create dynamic shows is also thrilling. I bounce from one passion to another throughout my day with an amazing staff.

What are the key influences in your work today?

When you work with Liz’s, either buying or selling, you’re helping save the planet. Even the items that are damaged are given to the art community. We save millions of pieces from going into the landfill.

What are you working on next?

We currently have at least 10 new product lines coming in for doors, furniture and lighting. Every six to eight weeks there is a new art show upstairs in the gallery. Liz’s is always an exciting, creative place.

LIZ’S ANTIQUE HARDWARE 1979. The last of the summer on Cape Cod. It’s raining. A 21 year old wanders in and out of antique shops, trying to escape the weather. By the time she heads home to Chicago, her car is full of new acquisitions, and she now knows what she wants to do with her life. Funny how a lifelong passion can start. In a business that honors the best of the past, Liz Gordon is a modern original. Thirty-seven years later, she is the happy owner of Liz’s Antique Hardware, and Liz Gordon proves to be as intriguing as her shop. Anyone who can organize doorknobs, visualize midcentury lighting, recreate Spanish Revival door hardware and curate several gallery shows a year is a person worth discovering. But she’d rather talk about her business, its vibrant neighborhood and the venture that holds her heart. Liz’s Antique Hardware is not only a fascinating store that encompasses lighting and hardware, but also architectural embellishments dating from 1860 to today and a contemporary fine art gallery—and it’s a rental location. “There’s just so much creativity here!” she enthuses. “Our 14-person staff is very knowledgeable; between all of us, there are more than 150 years of experience.” In L.A., it seems there’s always a new neighborhood to be discovered or even rediscover: a place on the rise that is fueled by artists and originals. La Brea, home to Liz’s, is just such an area—and so the perfect setting for The Loft at Liz’s Fine Art Gallery. Wander to the back of the store, up the stairs and discover The Loft at Liz’s. “It’s an artistic, creative gallery that provides artists with opportunities and exposure," she says. Gordon and periodic guest curators often curate thematically based shows featuring emerging to established artists.

TOP: Artist Elizabeth Orleans. Inner Space Squares. Glazed ceramics and wood.

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My ultimate goal is to bring approachable design to everyday living but still make it glamorous, chic and something that feels special.

CAROLE CARR DESIGN 310.994.3310 carolecarrdesign@gmail.com carolecarrdesign.com

Described by her clients as flexible, resourceful and creative, Carole Carr is well known for her ability to create interiors that reflect the personalities of their residents. Through her namesake firm, Carole Carr Design, she fulfills her goal to “create real spaces for real people” time and again. Having design aficionados for parents, Carr spent her childhood globe-trotting in search of antiques and artwork, ultimately refining her eye for quality and style. Her firm’s motto, “lifestyle through design,” is inspired by a philosophy centered on individuality and function. In order to achieve the practical and aesthetic needs unique to each homeowner, Carr travels the world, attending design shows and pulling inspiration from a diversity of sources. “I love integrating a variety of patterns and textures and balancing feminine and masculine elements,” she says. “So much is possible in design, we just need to have the imagination to execute it.”

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What led you to your current profession?

I have always been drawn to design. I never really considered it as a career until I moved to Los Angeles and realized this was my chance to pursue a lifelong dream.

What are the key influences in your work today?

I love the California lifestyle. I grew up in Montreal, which has a lot of European influences, but I'm drawn to the relaxed living that California offers.

I like to fuse those two elements together.

What is the soul of your brand? What drives your beliefs?

The passion behind my brand is to achieve livable spaces infused with glamour. I remember a professor always reminding us that you can have beauty without function and function without beauty, but amazing design is when you have both simultaneously.

What is one thing your clients would be shocked to know about you?

I’m an adrenaline junkie. Anything from a roller coaster to skydiving…I’m in!

How do you define a successful project?

Effective design is about problem solving. I always ask my clients what's not working for them before I start. Being able to solve those problems in a way that gives the space purpose and beauty is what I strive for.

What are your favorite hobbies?

Traveling, spending a day at the beach, reading a good book and going out to the movies.

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2. This wallpaper by de Gournay is like artwork on your walls.

It’s timeless yet still works in a contemporary room.

3. This classic klismos chair by Scala Luxury adds a new twist on a classic design. The details of the bronzed metal paired with the woven leather seat gives it a sense of balance.

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CONNIE BLANKENSHIP + MICHELLE OLIVER DOUGLAS ELLIMAN 8899 Beverly Boulevard, Suite 510 West Hollywood, California Connie Blankenship 310.734.2655 | Michelle Oliver 310.734.2654 connie.blankenship@elliman.com | michelle.oliver@elliman.com luxuryhouse.com Real estate luminaries Connie Blankenship and Michelle Oliver share a love for California, a passion for travel, a zeal for selling luxury homes and a deep respect for their clients' process and vision. The results are two top-selling agents who continue to achieve record-breaking sales. "Connie and I enjoy the hard work it takes to be successful for our clients. The results are amazing," Oliver shares.

Based in Beverly Hills, Blankenship and Oliver represent buyers and sellers of the area's finest luxury homes and have built their business around servicing the needs of their clientele. "Our clients place a lot of trust in us, and that's not something we take lightly," Blankenship says. The award-winning pair was recently presented with the Society of Excellence award, a prestigious decoration reserved for the top one percent of agents worldwide. Blankenship adds, "We both take great pride in guiding our clients with precision through the process and enjoy making it a seamless experience."

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It is critical to provide your clients with the right options.

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What do you like most about your job?

Blankenship: Negotiating on behalf of our clients and surpassing their expectations. And the fact that you never know what each day may bring!

Oliver: Adapting to different challenges every day to make our clients happy and close the deals.

What is a unique characteristic about your market?

Blankenship: Many international clients are investing here because our lifestyle is year-round.

Oliver: Competition. Off-market properties are what drive high-end real estate and the underpriced properties are getting multiple offers even from developers.

What factors do you consider when choosing your own home?

Blankenship: I think houses have an energy, and that is something that you feel the minute you walk through the door.

Oliver: I consider location and lot size as the biggest factors. I can actualize renovations, but cannot recreate the location and lot size that is desired.

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How did you celebrate your first sale? What was it?

Blankenship: My very first sale was a close friend's home. The buyer literally crawled over the fence as I was putting up the sign and purchased the property.

We got “over asking” so it could not have been better!

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2. Connie’s Weimaraner Madison was adopted through Best Friends Animal Society. We strongly support animal rights and welfare.

How important is a realtor in helping someone find the home of his or her dreams?

Oliver: With so much information publicly available, people think “I can do this myself.” But the reality is that a seasoned agent knows the market trends and how to best position your purchase or sale.

3. Founded in 1643, Cire Trudon is the "Rolls-Royce" of candles. Connie’s favorite, Abd El Kader, reminds her to travel to exotic places!

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The word success is defined by its author: for us, it means achievement.

THE AGENCY 331 Foothill Road, Suite 100 Beverly Hills, California 424.238.2484 jgrauman@theagencyre.com | lhice@theagencyre.com theagencyre.com The Los Angeles real estate market has long broken industry records, from highest sale price to most notable residents. Jon Grauman and Lauren Hice of The Agency have had a direct hand in this success, with Grauman having recently developed a luxury estate that sold for $24 million—a new regional record. The duo has become known for their hardworking, detailed and honest approach to real estate, a reputation that makes them a perfect fit for their high-end clientele.

Grauman and Hice have both spent the bulk of their lives in real estate, which has harmoniously combined their passion for beautiful spaces and their love for representing and selling luxury homes. “Our infatuation with design, architecture and development is what motivates us and drives us forward,” Grauman says.

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Describe the philosophy behind your firm.

Our philosophy is simple: “redefining real estate.”

We challenge the status quo and we are leading the charge to do things better. We’re committed to disrupting the industry and shattering the mold of bland, stereotypical real estate companies.

Who has most influenced your work?

Each other. We were initially uncertain about becoming partners, but it has turned out to be the best decision we ever made. Jon is masterful at negotiating difficult deals and Lauren is an expert at running a large support staff and navigating the escrow process.

What is a unique characteristic about your market?

We sell the best of the best to some of the most affluent and wealthy individuals on the planet. No sale is ever the same, which makes our business interesting and exciting.

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The gratification of helping our clients achieve the purchase or sale of their home. This job is not for the faint of heart. The challenge is steep, the journey is long, but the finish line makes it all worthwhile.

We’re also tremendously thankful for the lifelong relationships that we form with our clients.

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2. Brady, aka “The Boo.” She is the love of our lives.

3. So much wine, so little time. We are big wine lovers, particularly Napa Cabernets.

We love discovering boutique, cult wineries.

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Jon used to be a rave promoter and later toured with the likes of Guns N’ Roses and Ozzy Ozbourne.

He is also related to the founder of Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. His family has a rich history in the entertainment industry.

What are your favorite hobbies?

Traveling, food and wine are big passions of ours.

We recently took a trip to Spain, France and Greece, where we had the pleasure of dining at some of the finest three-star Michelin restaurants in the world.

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here’s no shortage of widely—and wildly— divergent architectural styles on Los Angeles’ Westside. But look closely in a quiet Pacific Palisades neighborhood, and you’ll see a new house that nimbly straddles traditional and modern. Set amid midcentury ranches, Mediterranean manses and New England-inspired farmhouses, the structure boasts standing-seam-metal pitched roofs, splitface limestone on the ground floor and wood siding above, and generously proportioned steel- and wood-framed windows. That such disparate elements come together so harmoniously is testament to the talents of architect William Hefner and designer Annette English, who succeeded in fulfilling the vision of their contemporary art collector clients.

When they were discussing the form their new home would take, the couple was split right down the middle.

“We liked the clean lines of modern and the warmth of traditional,” says the husband. Adds the wife, “People assumed one of us liked modern, and the other liked traditional, but we both liked both. We just didn’t know how to bring them together. We were impressed with William’s work after seeing the first home he showed us and we knew he was the architect for what we wanted to create.”

Hefner, whose work comfortably spans styles and periods, welcomed the project. “The owners wanted familiar materials and details done in a traditional way on the exterior, but inside they wanted something simple and clean,” he says. “We worked hard to make those things coexist.” English, who also consulted on the architecture, agrees, adding, “From an architectural standpoint, they wanted all the elements to be very precise, very methodical, yet fun and relaxed.”

Also high on the clients’ list of requirements was an abundance of natural light. Hefner’s solution was to break up the building—about 7,700 square feet in all— into smaller elements, so that each room has multiple exposures to the grounds that he also designed. A pivotal feature in his concept is a central courtyard, which brings

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in light and ventilation and can be accessed from the living, dining and family rooms.

Maximizing the house’s glazing required builders Ron Udall and Tyler Udall to do some creative problemsolving. “Manufacturing for wood windows is different than for steel,” Tyler Udall explains. “Making sure the glazing matched and that it also met all the requirements was definitely a challenge.” The entry stair posed another hurdle. “The placement was tricky, because it’s pressed right up against the window beside the front door,” he adds. “It was a matter of inches.”

The modern elements hinted at on the exterior find full voice in the gallery-like entrance hall. But instead of artwork, the space offers a freestanding stair and a gray-painted glass wall inspired by artist Gerhard Richter. “We said, ‘Let’s make this glass wall the art,’ ” explains English. “The staircase and the wall are that ‘wow’ moment when you walk in.”

Another striking moment comes in the luminous living room, where a fireplace of split-face limestone and two walls of steel-framed windows bring the exterior’s material palette indoors. “At first I wondered, ‘Is this space not as interesting because it’s all-white?’ ” English recalls. “Yet it’s the most spectacular room in the house.” A cocktail table by Israeli industrial designer Ron Arad, from the couple’s collection, sits like a piece of sculpture before a simple white sofa, while two green ceramic lamps add vintage whimsy. “They’re overscaled and a little outrageous,” says English. “If there’s a cohesiveness from one room to the next, it’s that every room can withstand a bold, interesting, fun piece of lighting.”

The Australian-born designer’s love of one-of-a-kind and unusual light fixtures is part of her overall design philosophy, one she encouraged her clients to embrace.

Recalls the wife, “Every time we went to her office, Annette pushed us to try things we’d never have thought of.” Such choices include Ray Power’s curvy suspension lamp made of wood veneer Möbius strips in the breakfast area, a liveedge acacia dining table and a floor-to-ceiling upholstered headboard in a guest bedroom.

Hefner, likewise, urged the couple to consider alternatives, such as the organic, split-face limestone rather than the polished stone they had originally selected. “We tried to make choices that were timeless and classic,” he notes. “It was important to use materials that were enduring and that the owners could live with and not get tired of.”

Just as interior detailing was kept to a minimum—primarily clean-lined rift-cut oak paneling and cabinetry and floors of oak or limestone—the palette is equally restrained, the perfect foil for the couple’s postwar art collection. “The clients wanted a serene, subtle sanctuary, not a lot of bold colors,” says English. “There’s a less-is-more experience here. When you walk through, you’ve got this volume that encapsulates you and allows the light to flood in.”

The couple is grateful to have a house that expresses who they are, and as Hefner puts it, “has their fingerprints on it.” Says the husband, “Our personality really comes through. It’s just a great house to live in.”

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The living room of a newly built house by architect William Hefner and designer Annette English emphasizes a sense of openness and volume. Michael Berman Limited’s Lancaster chairs join a coffee table by Ron Arad. The custom Ironies Jaeger chandelier is from Kneedler Fauchère.

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Above: A freestanding oak stair introduces a dramatic element in the foyer, which the clients wanted to feel like a gallery. The Vladimir Kagan Sculpted table is from Haute Living in Chicago. Wearing a Nobilis fabric, a Magni Home Collection Paris bench from Thomas Lavin adds color.

Left: Illuminated by a ceiling light from Ralph Pucci, the comfortable yet functional office contains a custom Vioski sectional and an Eames lounge chair from Jules Seltzer Associates. A custom hide rug from Decorative Carpets grounds the space.

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The clients entertain frequently, and the family room is a comfortable spot to play games or watch TV. The Sotto wood-and-travertine coffee table, a custom split designed

by English, and the sectional sofa, covered in Cowtan & Tout fabric, are from Vioski; Gulassa & Co.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fabric chandelier is from Thomas Lavin.

Draperies in a Bergamo textile frame the windows.

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Clean-lined paneling gives the dining room a classic, contemporary feel.

English customized the live-edge acacia table from DAO (Design Around Objects) and covered the Noji dining chairs from Michael Berman Limited with Cowtan & Tout’s Darwin, a solid fabric, and Pollack’s Go Go, a pattern.

Fuse Lighting’s London chandelier is from Thomas Lavin.

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KITCHEN PHOTO: ERHARD PFEIFFER.

Pharos pendants from Niche Modern shine down on the kitchen’s generous island, a favorite gathering place, where Mark Albrecht Studio stools from Jasper are grouped. LZF Lamps’ Link light from YLighting hangs above the breakfast area. The range is Viking.

“ALL THE ELEMENTS WERE TO BE VERY PRECISE AND METHODICAL YET FUN AND RELAXED.”

–WILLIAM HEFNER

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In designing the gardens as well as the architecture, Hefnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim was to make a new house feel as if it had been there for years. He planted 35-year-old olive trees in the front garden, complemented by gravel paths, low hedges and bright clusters of hydrangea. Clark and White Landscape installed the gardens.

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The covered porch off the family room is one of the house’s most used spaces and the site of dinners and parties year-round. Varaschin’s Tibidabo chairs surround a teak Parsons dining table from Restoration Hardware. Above is Marset’s Soho outdoor pendant from YLighting.

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Above: English and Hefner envisioned the master bathroom as a serene retreat.

The freestanding sculptural Americh tub and a water-jet-cut limestone floor create a tranquil experience for the clients. A Jonathan lounge by Oly pairs with a 1960s Doria Leuchten light from Collage 20th Century Classics in Dallas.

Left: A paneled and louvered wall controls light and ventilation in the master bedroom, which opens to a porch overlooking the rear garden. Fuse Lightingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Manhattan pendants flank the Holly Hunt Studio bed. Hitchcock swivel chairs

by Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman make for a cozy conversation spot. Larsen drapery sheers are from Cowtan & Tout.

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MARRYING A MODERN POINT OF VIEW WITH TRADITIONAL INDIAN TEXTILE TECHNIQUES, A PAIR OF LOS ANGELES SIBLINGS CREATE FRESH, NEW DESIGNS. WRITTEN BY TARYN BICKLEY / PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH COLLER

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“WE WANT TO BE ORIGINAL AND UNIQUE IN ALL THE DESIGNS WE DO. FOR US, THIS IS LIFE, NOT WORK.” -HOPIE STOCKMAN

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nspired by a desert vernacular rendered in shades of indigo, ochre and terra cotta, Lily Stockman and Hopie Stockman, the Los Angeles-based sibling duo behind Block Shop, create authentic and unusual textiles, merging traditional Indian block-printing techniques with a geo-hip spin. Fluent and relaxed, the sisters’ process is completely collaborative, with each feeding off the other’s creativity like an old-school mash-up with different degrees of pitch. “This is our design vocabulary,” says Lily, a painter, who splits her time between Los Angeles and Joshua Tree. “It’s like a game of sisterly exquisite corpse.”

Each Block Shop original is handmade in Rajasthan, India, and thoughtfully conceived; the age-old technique of hand-carved block printing and dyeing a testament to craft and community. “We want to be original and unique in all the designs we do,” says Hopie. “For us, this is life, not work.” All in all, seven people touch each piece in seven days, and the end result is a one-of-a-kind textile promoting compositional balance and the interaction of color. This, says Lily, carries over into her painting, too. “If anything, the process of block printing informs my paintings,” she says. “The slow pace is a way of arriving at new ideas.”

Inspired by a mix of architecture—specifically Rajasthan’s marble mosaics and temples—European and American artists like Alma Thomas, Sol LeWitt and Kenneth Noland, and their own work as independent artists and students, the sisters are constantly evolving.

This fall, they’ll introduce kantha quilts, dhurrie rugs and decorative pillows, which combine the vibrancy of India with their modern desert aesthetic. “Our textiles connect people,” says Lily, who got her MFA in studio art from NYU and whose paintings are represented

by Gavlak in Los Angeles. Adds Hopie, “We want our customers to be able to see the faces and hands of the artists who make our textiles (and vice versa). It motivates us to show up for work every day.”

Los Angeles-based designers Lily Stockman, seated opposite in front of one of her paintings, and Hopie Stockman are expanding their line of dynamic and colorful textiles to include kantha quilts, dhurries and decorative pillows. Watercolor sketches (above and previous pages, left) serve as the foundation for their vivid, bold textiles.

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coastal contemporary for a family looking to downsize, a skilled design team creates a comfortable yet elegant nest overlooking laguna beach. written by kimberly olson / photography by karyn millet

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INTERIOR DESIGN / MICHAEL FULLEN, MICHAEL FULLEN DESIGN GROUP, INC. ARCHITECTURE / KIRK SAUNDERS, KIRK SAUNDERS ARCHITECT HOME BUILDER / CHRIS GALLO, GALLO BUILDERS, INC. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE / ERIK KATZMAIER, KATZMAIER NEWELL KEHR

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ith their blended family of five children starting to leave the nest, Karyn and Damon Shelly began to think small. A North Laguna home—nearly half the size of their current place—met their downsizing goal, and its stunning views drew them in, but they found its Mediterranean style, dark cabinetry and heavy stone less compelling. Instead, their designer, Michael Fullen, says, “They wanted a contemporary style that was still warm enough to feel comfortable in. And since the home is beachfront, it was important to capture the indoor-outdoor possibilities.”

The place was stripped back to its studs, paving the way for Fullen to layer in new materials and finishes and for architect Kirk Saunders to reconfigure parts of the floor plan. “We have two children in high school who are with us half-time and three in college,” Karyn says. And while none live there full-time, it was important to the Shellys that the house felt like home.

To that end, Saunders cleverly squeezed in an additional bedroom and bathroom, as well as a hallway to improve flow. “Two of their older children are occasionally home together, so we created their area with two pods so they could each have a space within the space that was theirs alone but would act as a single bedroom when they weren’t together,” he says. For Damon, who frequently works at home, an office was added. “It occupies the old wine cellar,” says builder Chris Gallo. “We enclosed the space with glass walls, so if you’re inside working, you aren’t closed off from the rest of the family.” Adds Karyn, “It’s a perfect way for him to feel like he’s integrated into the house.”

Reimagining the palette, Fullen incorporated colors from the surrounding hillside, ocean and beach, using neutrals accented with blues and greens. “It feels timeless,” he says. “The view commands all the attention, and rightfully so.” For the finishes, the designer opted for subtlety to create a calm backdrop—nothing reads as visually busy.

“We used the same bronze finish for all the cabinet detailing, for instance,” he explains. “The desk, range hood

“SINCE THE HOME IS BEACHFRONT, IT WAS IMPORTANT TO CAPTURE THE INDOOR-OUTDOOR POSSIBILITIES.” -MICHAEL FULLEN

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and fireplaces all have bronze details.” Other materials throughout the home repeat, as well. “All the wood surfaces were made from figured eucalyptus, obeche and rift-cut white oak,” Gallo notes. “A powder room wall, sink and counter were made of book-matched onyx.”

Elsewhere, gleaming glass tiles bestow a jewel-like feel to another powder room and coverings in everything from leather to newsprint to sequins grace the walls.

Fullen’s furniture choices lean toward pieces with crisp, elegant lines. “The look is clean and simple, but also comfortable and inviting,” Karyn says. “That was our caveat to the whole contemporary idea.” The sleek interiors help showcase the many design details that Fullen incorporated, such as a console featuring doors with a bone inlay in a starburst pattern. “My favorites are the living room sofas, which have an oak band over each sofa arm,” Fullen says.

“It’s a unique detail that actually could function as a place to put your drink if you trusted yourself enough!”

The designer also helped the couple place pieces from their art collection, which ranges from bronze sculpture to work by Los Angeles-based artist Anja Van Herle. Paintings

by Laguna Beach artist Chris Gwaltney, whose work the Shellys had long been collecting, also appear in the house.

“It is fitting that our most colorful and prominent pieces happen to be from a local,” Karyn says.

The owners love having friends over for barbecues, host family from all over the world, and have even held a charity event, so the home needed to work for entertaining—and that meant a well-functioning kitchen. “The old kitchen was dark and didn’t have great flow,” Gallo says. “We created an open-concept feel that really brings in more light and air and takes advantage of the ocean views.” The team also reworked the floor plan to enhance circulation, placed the appliances more thoughtfully, and added an open nook pantry as well as cabinetry with custom storage. “We worked meticulously on designing every single cabinet and drawer,” Karyn says. “Every pot and pan has a home.”

For their gardens, the Shellys turned to landscape architect Erik Katzmaier. “Karyn said she enjoyed succulents, and having worked with them in the past, I knew she wanted fruit trees and a small vegetable/ herb area,” says Katzmaier, who searched for structurally interesting succulents to give interest and scale to the outdoor spaces, opting for echeverias. “They have beautiful bronze tans and soft gray tans. The felt plants are also in gray tones and tie beautifully with the clean lines of the house.” He also chose apple trees that were espaliered to fit into narrow spaces, semi-dwarf citrus trees and a dwarf avocado tree.

Ensconced in their new digs, the couple revel in being home. “There are so many woods and metals and textures, and it all flows together so nicely,” Karyn says. “One fun decision that Damon and I make every morning is, ‘Where do we have our coffee?’ In our master bedroom, we have a sitting area and a patio. There’s a corner window upstairs with two swivel chairs and a 180-degree view of the coast and Laguna Beach. For the first time in our lives, we have a home that we really love.”

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Warm neutrals define the living roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s subtle palette, chosen so the focus remains squarely on the view. The Joseph Jeup sofa, walnut armchairs and coffee table with a lacquered-linen top are all from Holly Hunt. Underfoot is a handwoven Tibetan rug from Aga John Oriental Rugs.

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Tom Corbinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Woman 1, a bronze sculpture, stands near the staircase, which features the same clean lines and open feel as the rest of the house. Fullen worked closely with the homeowners to place their extensive art collection.

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Custom walnut-and-leather chairs surround the dining areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walnut Joseph Jeup table, which is illuminated by cast-glass Alison Berger Glassworks chandeliers. A Chris Gwaltney work hangs above the Ironies console from Kneedler Fauchère with bone-inlaid doors and a bronze base.

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Tiles from Ann Sacks line the kitchen’s backsplash and Caesarstone covers the countertops. The leather-clad barstools are by A. Rudin.

Gascogne blue limestone from Arizona Tile provides a durable foundation for the space.

“FOR THE KITCHEN, WE CREATED AN OPEN-CONCEPT FEEL THAT REALLY BRINGS IN MORE LIGHT AND TAKES ADVANTAGE OF THE VIEWS.” -CHRIS GALLO

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Clockwise from top left: Outside, the serene palette gives way to bursts of bolder color and pattern, as in pillow fabrics on a Brown Jordan Elements collection sectionalâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; the zigzag and solid fabrics are by Perennials from David Sutherland; the stripe is from Janus et Cie. A mask from the clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; art collection. Brown Jordan Elements collection chaises make a perfect spot for sunbathing.

The Lulu lounge chair is from Janus et Cie.

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An outdoor shower allows beachgoers a handy spot to rinse off before heading into the house.

The stools are from Summit.

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Clerestory windows above the limestone-clad wall bring light into the master bathroom while maintaining it as a private oasis. Hanging above the Duravit Starck tub is a Cloud fixture

by Ted Abramczyk, purchased through Ralph Pucci.

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A custom leather wall panel with bronze details frames the bed in the master suite. It stands on a shimmery carpet from J.D. Staron. With its expansive ocean view, the space is a restful cocoon for the busy couple.

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CHIC TOUCHES AND BOLD DETAILS BREATHE STYLISH NEW LIFE INTO A FASHION-SAVVY FAMILY’S CLASSIC SPANISH COLONIAL-STYLE BEVERLY HILLS HOME. WRITTEN BY LAURA MAUK / PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAURA HULL

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INTERIOR DESIGN / RYAN WHITE, RYAN WHITE DESIGNS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE / CHRISTINE LONDON, CHRISTINE LONDON LTD.

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For the entrance courtyard of a Beverly Hills house reinvented by designer Ryan White, landscape designer Christine London lined a path of gray limestone pavers with lavender and old-growth Manzanilla olive trees. A stucco wall encloses the property and offsets a teak gate accented with bronze hardware.

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house never really feels like home unless it’s filled with distinctive furnishings that reflect the personalities of the people who live there. “They’re very bohemian, but they’re also sophisticated and love Tom Ford,” designer Ryan White says, describing his recent clients, a young couple who run a large fashion company in Los Angeles. “I wanted them to walk in their house and feel like there’s a symphony going on, like every room is a different experience but they’re all in tune.”

Although happy in their previous residence in the Hollywood Hills, the family required more space. Their search for new digs took them to Beverly Hills, where they found a just-right property—in a particularly coveted neighborhood—offering plenty of outdoor space for the kids and a Spanish Colonial Revival-style house that brimmed with character and warmth. To be sure their furnishings were just right, too, the husband contacted

his childhood friend Doron Silverman, who owns Bespoke Furniture and works with designers to create custom furnishings. Silverman passed along the names of several whose work he admires, including White’s, and the designer’s approach to his work hooked them. “I like to think differently,” White says. “I don’t run off a rule book. For me, it’s about creating something that reflects the residents’ lifestyle and something that will still look good in 20 years.”

The house possessed great charm—smooth stucco, graceful arches, rustic terra-cotta tile and breezy arcades and courtyards. But it was also filled with overwrought and dated elements. “It was dark and drab,” White says. “There was reddish wood cabinetry in the kitchen that was too heavy combined with the terra-cotta tile flooring. And the previous owner had painted some of the fireplaces and exposed-wood beams shiny pearl white.” The designer sanded and stained the ceiling beams,

A large-scale painting by Phil Frost enlivens the cool palette of the living room, where custom armchairs covered with Duralee fabric and sofas upholstered with Great Plains velvet by Holly Hunt are arranged around coffee tables from Big Daddy’s Antiques and a bold black-and-white carpet from The Rug Company.

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The kitchen features plenty of sunlight and romantic archways that mark the houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spanishstyle architecture. Marble countertops are juxtaposed with terra-cotta tile flooring and add luxury to the room, which White transformed by changing dark cherry cabinetry to bright white.

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Below left: A bench from One Kings Lane and chairs from Serena & Lily pull up to a marble-topped table from Crate & Barrel in the kitchenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s casual dining area. From Egg & Dart, the playful starburst-patterned wallpaper adds whimsy to the space.

Below right: A fresh shade of mint green brings color to the island, near a Viking range topped with a hood White customized.

Tile from Waterworks covers the backsplash, and pendants from Restoration Hardware provide a touch of simplicity.

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Layered rugs lend the family room texture and easy comfort. Vintage woven chairs from Hollywood at Home flank a coffee table from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, and a lamp from Big Daddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Antiques provides sparkle to nesting tables from Empiric. The sofa is from Crate & Barrel.

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Lit by a Restoration Hardware fixture, the custom beverage center in the husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bar includes a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a Newport Brass faucet and sink, all from Ferguson. The leather on wing chairs from Big Daddyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Antiques and the Sydney Harbour metallic finish of the fireplace strike a clubby tone.

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as well as the second-level wood floors, a grayish tone, lightening them to mimic the color of driftwood. He brightened the kitchen with white cabinetry and marble counters and cleaned the terra-cotta tile. “I had to start with the bones,” White says. “I stripped it down so it would be more organic and modern.”

Landscape designer Christine London had the same idea for the gardens. “I used a white and gray palette to freshen them up and make them feel young and light,” she says. “The front gate is teak and will silver over time.”

Inside the gate, rows of old-growth olive trees canopy gray limestone pavers, graphite gravel and lavender

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plants in the entrance courtyard, “where there’s a sitting area, play spaces and a little vegetable garden,” London adds. “I turned the garage into a playroom and made the side yard a place for tricycles and chalk drawing.” In the back, the pool received new coping, a spa and a sitting ledge along its length.

Inside, White dressed the interior architecture with a variety of textures to add interest and a sense of luxury. In many of the rooms, he layered compelling carpet designs atop sisal rugs. He covered the walls of the living and dining rooms and the master bedroom with grass cloth and selected gray herringbone wallpaper for the husband’s bar.

Custom director’s chairs surround a custom brass-and-slate table in the dining room. The geometric floorcovering is from The Rug Company, and the chandelier is from HD Buttercup. A metal hutch, set against walls in a Phillip Jeffries grass cloth, adds a contemporary edge.

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An outdoor living area in the entrance courtyard gives the homeowners a relaxing spot to enjoy the gardens. The space is paved with limestone and outfitted with woven chairs and a table from B&B Italia.

“I USED A WHITE AND GRAY PALETTE TO FRESHEN UP THE GARDENS AND MAKE THEM FEEL YOUNG AND LIGHT.” –CHRISTINE LONDON

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“IT’S ABOUT CREATING SOMETHING THAT REFLECTS THE RESIDENTS’ LIFESTYLE AND THAT WILL STILL LOOK GOOD IN 20 YEARS.” –RYAN WHITE “It’s like a tweed jacket,” the designer notes. White finished the fire surrounds with Sydney Harbour metallic paint colors in copper, silver and zinc tones and then countered their stark simplicity with sumptuous upholstery.

Director-style chairs in the formal dining room display cranberry hide; the living room sofas feature silvery velvet; and gray suede covers the headboard in the master suite.

“If there’s a lack of texture, it can be boring and flat,” White explains. “It’s amazing to have grit with luxury. That’s where sexiness comes from.”

Perhaps the most impressive component of this home is the statement-making furniture pieces White created. Inspired

by Cecconi’s—a popular West Hollywood eatery beloved

by the clients and noted for its fashionable interiors—he designed a bar using antique glass, marble and brass and customized a large sapphire blue tufted sofa as its counterpart. He created more oversize tufted sofas for the living room, where he placed oxidized-brass custom consoles and low tables crafted with volcanic rock and petrified wood.

White’s design for the formal dining table combines copper, slate and blackened metal and is as wonderfully dramatic as the Deco-feeling desk made for the office.

“I didn’t want things to be one note,” White says. “That’s not who these clients are.” Like the furnishings, the art the designer hung on the walls is varied and bold. A vibrant work by New York artist Phil Frost hangs in the living room and depicts poignant urban references. A minimalist geometric piece in the entry serves as something of an introduction to two smaller graphic works by street artist Shepard Fairey in the bar, where a large-scale black-andwhite photograph of Bob Marley also resides. “The husband is a huge Marley fan,” White says. “The home speaks to what they’re all about. They have this wonderful kind of open energy. And like everyone, they have different mind frames and feelings. These rooms reflect that. They’re like different notes of music. It all comes from the same musician, but the verses and the songs change.”

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This page: A gray stain inspired by the color of driftwood now glazes the master bedroomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s floors. At the foot of the suede-wrapped custom bed stands a vintage chrome bench from Trebor/Nevets. Linen draperies from Restoration Hardware dress the windows; the wicker swivel chair is from Lawson-Fenning.

Opposite: For an old-world look in the master bath, White maintained the cherrywood built-in shelving units that flank the tub. He preserved the marble-topped wood vanity, too, but added a velvet-upholstered sofa from Anthropologie and a large globe-like pendant from Restoration Hardware.

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P R O M OT I O NS | PRO D UCTS

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With showrooms worldwide, Studio Becker is a custom manufacturer of luxury bespoke cabinetry and architectural millwork for every room of the home. Complete flexibility allows the company to provide furniture for their clients in any size, color, wood species or material.

The basket-weave back of the Provence collection is perfectly complemented by the collar and ball finial that finishes the pewter brushed frame. The scale is generous, and there is plenty of comfort in this timeless collection from Sunset West.

studiobecker.com | 415.626.9000

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A EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE TO BUYING FLOORS

THE MOST EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF FINE RUGS

Studio Becker

Rhodium Floors

With a sophisticated, European flair, Rhodium Floors offers refined style with an edge. By offering expert insight and presenting a stunning mix of flooring lines that offer beauty, luxury, simplicity and originality with customizable colors, Rhodium gives customers the creative freedom to contribute to their beautiful design schemes.

rhodiumfloors.com | 323.306.9999

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Sunset West

The Oriental Carpet

Located on the San Francisco Peninsula for 30 years, Bruce Good of The Oriental Carpet in Menlo Park has helped discerning homeowners and designers achieve the look and feel that a beautiful carpet can bring to a room. With more styles, sizes and colors to choose from, plus competitive pricing, The Oriental Carpet offers the most extensive collection of fine rugs. theorientalcarpet.com | 650.327.6608

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PROMOTION

LIGHTING AT ITS FINEST Del Mar Lighting

Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new pendants to liven up your kitchen or grand exterior chandeliers to illuminate your backyard BBQs, let Del Mar Lighting transform your home into the ultimate entertainment spot. As experts in custom decorative lighting, the Del Mar Lighting team can assist you every step of the way to fulfill your decorative lighting needs.

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Founder Roberto Pellecchia and his team specialize in high-end residential custom-built homes and renovations. Their innovative design approach, combined with extensive knowledge of art and architecture, produces stimulating and inspiring environments reflecting the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lifestyle and objectives.

delmarlightingco.com | 714.734.9385

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CREATE THE EXTRAORDINARY

INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE

Dedicated to providing the finest experience to its clients, Famosa holds a global perspective of the stone and tile business. They work with you and your designer to source the perfect materials for every room in your home. The collection is shown by appointment in their SOCO design studio in Costa Mesa.

Your ultimate lifestyle experience can come true with Michele Blackmon Estates International. For a personalized consultation regarding your dream home, holiday lease or unique location for filming, weddings or special occasions globally, contact Michele Blackmon. Selling. Leasing. Locations.

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Impeccable design for the way your family really lives.

Fleetwood Joiner and Avalon Architectural are internationally known for creative and highly functional designs. Historically correct traditional homes, authentic regional architectural styles, high-tech features and ultra-modern aesthetics are all within our expertise.

Our client-focused design process begins with getting to know your passions and pursuits, and culminates in a home that celebrates your unique lifestyle while embracing its surroundings, climate and view. Wherever you reside, whatever aesthetic you love, we ofer impeccable design for the way you really live.

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advertiser index ANTIQUES

ARCHITECTS

AUTO DEALERSHIPS

CUSTOM FIREPLACES

Battersea by Will Wick 415.553.8500 | San Francisco batterseasf.com

Fleetwood Joiner & Associates, Inc. 949.640.0606 | 858.642.0606 avalonarchitectural.com

W.I. Simonson 800.784.7160 | Santa Monica wisimonson.net

Spark Modern Fires 203.791.2725 sparkfires.com

Cést La Vie 760.944.5244 | Encinitas cestlavieantiques.com

Graham Architecture 949.715.2365 | Laguna Beach grahamarchitecture.com

BUILDING MATERIALS

CUSTOM GARAGE DOORS

M.S. Rau Antiques 888.268.0798 rauantiques.com

Michael Lee Architects 310.545.5771 | Manhattan Beach mleearchitects.com

E & K Vintage Wood 310.306.6900 | Los Angeles eandkwood.com

Crown Garage Doors & Gates 949.348.0458 | San Juan Capistrano crownsgd.com

The San Francisco Fall Antiques Show 415.989.9019 | San Francisco sffas.org

South Coast Architects 949.720.7022 southcoastarchitects.com

Exceptional Haus 855.834.2949 exceptionalhaus.com

Summerhill Antiques 714.771.7782 | Orange summerhillantiques.com

APPLIANCES Dacor dacor.com

ARCHITECTURAL MOLDINGS JP Weaver 818.500.1740 jpweaver.com

ART + FRAMING

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CUSTOM WOODWORKING

Thompson Building Materials 310.830.5584 | Los Angeles thompsonbldg.com

7th & Seventh Designs 323.203.1823 | San Diego seventhdesigns.com

Thompson Building Materials 714.637.7373 | Orange thompsonbldg.com

Dan Luna Exceptional Woodworking 949.859.3631 | Laguna Hills danlunawoodworking.com

Thompson Building Materials 619.287.9410 | San Diego thompsonbldg.com

DAO 310.289.8717 | Los Angeles daohome.com

Miele 800.843.7231 mieleusa.com

DAO 310.289.8717 | Los Angeles daohome.com

Vintage Timberworks, Inc. 951.695.1003 | Temecula vintagetimber.com

E & K Vintage Wood 310.306.6900 | Los Angeles eandkwood.com

Monark monarkhome.com

Jacquelyn Vierra Art 858.461.9833 jacquelynvierra.com

The Vintage Wood Floor Company 714.557.9655 | Costa Mesa vintagewoodfloors.com

LCR Furniture & Design, Inc. 949.582.8744 | Laguna Hills lcrfurniture.com

Sub-Zero Wolf subzero-wolf.com

Westervelt’s Fine Art 949.643.1720 | Laguna Niguel westervelts.com

Sub-Zero Wolf 657.269.5874 subzero-wolf.com/southerncalifornia Thermador thermador.com

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CUSTOM FIREPLACES

ASSOCIATIONS

California Mantel + Fireplace, Inc. 844.307.0660 Anaheim | Sacramento calmantel.com

IFDA Northern California San Francisco takeaseatsf.com

Paloform 888.823.8883 paloform.com

Vintage Timberworks, Inc. 951.695.1003 | Temecula vintagetimber.com The Vintage Wood Floor Company 714.557.9655 | Costa Mesa vintagewoodfloors.com

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PROMOTION

Flegel’s Home Furnishings

advertiser index DESIGN CENTERS

DOORS + WINDOWS

FABRICS + WINDOW COVERINGS (continued)

FLOOR COVERINGS

AmericasMart 800.ATL.MART americasmart.com

LCR Furniture & Design, Inc. 949.582.8744 | Laguna Hills lcrfurniture.com

Judy’s Custom Workroom 949.360.0780 | Aliso Viejo judyscustomworkroom.com

PERFEC Floors KRB 310.893.6205 | West Hollywood perfec.us

Laguna Design Center 949.643.2929 | Laguna Niguel lagunadesigncenter.com

Milgard Windows & Doors 800.MILGARD milgard.com/doorceu

Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca sandrajordan.com

REED Interiors 805.684.7583 | Santa Barbara reed-interiors.com

San Francisco Design Center 415.490.5888 | San Francisco sfdesigncenter.com

Old World Door 661.588.7700 owdmodern.com

Sunbrella sunbrella.com/metro

Rhodium Floors 323.306.9999 | West Hollywood rhodiumfloors.com

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Suncoast Window & Door 760.431.8030 | Carlsbad suncoastsystems.com

FLOOR COVERINGS

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Samad 888.726.2393 samad.com

Amadi Carpets, Inc. 310.659.5353 | West Hollywood amadicarpets.com

Stark Home 310.657.8275 Los Angeles | West Hollywood starkcarpet.com

Antrim Hand-Loomed Carpets & Rugs 866.311.1018 antrimcarpet.com

Stephen Miller Gallery 650.327.5040 | Menlo Park stephenmillergallery.com

FABRICS + WINDOW COVERINGS

Contempo Floor Coverings 310.826.8063 | 310.837.8110 Los Angeles contempofloorcoverings.com

Tufenkian tufenkiancarpets.com

ETO Doors 888.DOOR.ETO | Los Angeles etodoors.com

Duralee 800.275.3872 duralee.com

E & K Vintage Wood 310.306.6900 | Los Angeles eandkwood.com

Venetian Tile & Stone Gallery 949.261.0146 | Irvine venetianstonegallery.com

Euroline Steel Windows & Doors 866.462.0397 | Santa Ana eurolinesteelwindows.com

Fabricut 800.999.8200 fabricut.com

Feizy feizy.com

Vintage Timberworks 951.695.1003 | Temecula vintagetimber.com

Fleetwood Windows & Doors 800.736.7363 fleetwoodusa.com/luxe

Garrett Leather 800.342.7738 garrettleather.com

Interiors & Textiles 650.493.1700 | Mountain View interiorstextiles.com

The Vintage Wood Floor Company 714.557.9655 | Costa Mesa vintagewoodfloors.com

Grand Entrances 888.600.7133 | San Diego sdgrandentrances.com

Interiors & Textiles 650.493.1700 | Mountain View interiorstextiles.com

Kyle Bunting kylebunting.com

LaCantina Doors 888.221.0141 lacantinadoors.com

J | Geiger Shading Technology 844.JGEIGER jgeigershading.com

The Oriental Carpet 650.327.6608 | Menlo Park theorientalcarpet.com

Agoura Sash and Door 310.359.6561 | Westlake Village agourasash.com Builders Window Supply 858.552.0107 | San Diego builderswindowsupply.com Cover Glass USA 800.317.2984 | San Diego coverglassusa.com

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ESTATE MANAGEMENT Reside 310.575.5500 reside123.com

FLORAL “SILK” The Art of Artificial 619.275.5771 | San Diego silktheartof.com

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PROMOTION

Questar Pools and Spas

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FURNITURE + ACCESSORIES (continued)

FURNITURE + ACCESSORIES (continued)

FURNITURE + ACCESSORIES (continued)

Arclinea San Francisco 415.543.0771 | San Francisco wpasf.com

Cassina San Francisco 415.565.7200 arksf.com

Flegelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Furnishings 650.326.9661 | Menlo Park flegels.com

Jiun Ho jiunho.com

Arhaus 866.427.4287 arhaus.com

Christian Liaigre christian-liaigre.us

Flexform 415.800.6576 | San Francisco flexformsf.com

Kenneth McDonald Designs kmdshowroom.com

At Hom 619.744.9974 | San Diego at-hom.com

Clayton Home 714.884.4007 | Costa Mesa

Gaspar De Jesus gaspardejesus.com

LCR Furniture & Design, Inc. 949.582.8744 | Laguna Hills lcrfurniture.com

Bausman & Company bausmanandcompany.com

Craig Olsen Design 323.677.2111 | Los Angeles craigolsendesign.com

Gina B & Company 949.643.1430 | Laguna Niguel

Le-Coterie 213.481.5686 | Los Angeles le-coterie.com

Blue Stone Main 707.765.2024 | Petaluma bluestonemain.com

Curated Kravet curatedkravet.com

Grayson Luxury 310.652.3220 | Beverly Hills graysonluxury.com

Leathercraft 800.627.1561 leathercraft-furniture.com

Bright Chair 888.524.5997 brightchair.com

DAO 310.289.8717 | Los Angeles daohome.com

HD Buttercup San Francisco | Los Angeles Orange County hdbuttercup.com

Lee Industries 800.892.7150 furniturebylee.com

Bronze Studio LA 323.932.9700 | Los Angeles bronzestudiola.com

De Sousa Hughes 415.626.6883 | San Francisco desousahughes.com

Hickory White hickorywhite.com

Lexington Home Brands lexington.com

Brown Jordan 949.760.6900 | Costa Mesa brownjordan.com

Donghia 800.DONGHIA donghia.com

Hold It Contemporary Home 619.295.6660 | San Diego holdithome.com

Lisa Taylor Designs lisataylordesigns.com

Bruce Andrews Design 917.689.0946 bruceandrewsdesign.com

DZINE 415.674.9430 | San Francisco dzinestore.com

Indigo & Poppy 925.962.9201 | Lafayette indigoandpoppy.com

Maison Bertet 323.651.5110 | Los Angeles maisonbertet.com

Calligaris calligaris.com

E & K Vintage Wood 310.306.6900 | Los Angeles eandkwood.com

Ironies 510.644.2100 ironies.com

Marge Carson margecarson.com

Cassina 800.770.3568 cassina.com

Ebanista 800.570.1087 ebanista.com

J. Marshall Design 949.305.4003 | Laguna Niguel jmarshalldesign.com

Marso Collection 858.459.9005 | La Jolla marsocollection.com

Cassina Los Angeles 310.278.3292 divafurniture.com

Estate of Design 714.434.8080 | Costa Mesa estateofdesign.com

J. Tribble Collection 888.652.6116 jtribble.com

Maxalto maxalto.it

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PROMOTION

First Team Estates - Bradshaw Residential Group

advertiser index FURNITURE + ACCESSORIES (continued)

FURNITURE + ACCESSORIES (continued)

FURNITURE + ACCESSORIES (continued)

GALLERIES (continued)

Minotti Los Angeles 310.278.6851 | Los Angeles minotti-la.com

Porta Forma portaforma.com

Tommy Bahama Home 949.706.9928 tbfurniture.com

Perrell Fine Art 323.933.8630 | Los Angeles perrellfineart.com

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams 800.789.5401 mgbwhome.com

Rapport International Furniture 323.930.1500 | Los Angeles rapportusa.com

Turri turri.it

Sheryl Tempchin Art 619.981.4281 | Encinitas sheryltempchin.com

Montage 949.643.1611 | Laguna Niguel

Roche Bobois roche-bobois.com

Twentieth 323.904.1200 | Los Angeles twentieth.net

Mortise & Tenon 323.937.7654 | Los Angeles mortisetenon.com

Ruby Livingdesign 650.494.4495 | Menlo Park rubyliving.com

Urban Colony 213.744.0286 | Los Angeles urbancolony.com

Natuzzi Italia 818.906.9697 | Sherman Oaks rapportfurniture.com

Ruby Livingdesign 415.381.9095 | Mill Valley rubyliving.com

Urban Hardwoods urbanhardwoods.com

OLY Studio olystudio.com

Ruby Livingdesign 415.922.2500 | San Francisco rubyliving.com

Victory Furniture 310.264.1046 | Santa Monica victoryfurniture.com

Antique Drapery Rod Company 214.653.1733 | Dallas antiquedraperyrod.com

Organic Modernism 323.525.0911 | Los Angeles organicmodernism.com

Saint Dizier Home 707.473.0980 | Healdsburg saintdhome.com

Vioski 323.937.7741 | Los Angeles vioski.com

Ashley Norton Architectural Hardware 800.393.1097 ashleynorton.com

ParkGate Home 650.322.4500 | Menlo Park parkgatehome.com

Scala Luxury scalaluxury.com

Witford 949.360.8301 | Laguna Niguel witford.com

Baldwin Hardware baldwinhardware.com

Plush Home 323.852.1912 | West Hollywood plushhome.com

â&#x20AC;&#x153;SILKâ&#x20AC;? The Art of Artificial 619.275.5771 | San Diego silktheartof.com

Poltrona Frau 855.768.5931 poltronafrau.com

Sloan Miyasato 415.431.1465 | San Francisco

Poltrona Frau Los Angeles 310.858.1433 poltronafrau.com Poltrona Frau San Francisco 415.565.7200 arksf.com

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GALLERIES

GOLF + TURF Mayacama Golf Club 707.304.5757 mayacama.com/luxe

HARDWARE

Carter Hardware 310.657.1940 | Beverly Hills carterhardware.com

The Christopher Hill Gallery 707.963.0272 | 707.395.4646 St. Helena | Healdsburg chgallery.com

New York Hardware 949.631.0631 | Costa Mesa nyhardware.com

Sue Fisher King 888.811.7276 | San Francisco suefisherking.com

FP Contemporary 323.935.1355 | Culver City fpcontemporary.com

Renaissance 310.652.0964 | Los Angeles rdstudiola.com

Thomas Lavin 310.278.2456 thomaslavin.com

Jacquelyn Vierra Art 858.461.9833 jacquelynvierra.com

Rocky Mountain Hardware rockymountainhardware.com

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PROMOTION

Zeterre Landscape Architecture

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HOME BUILDERS + REMODELERS (continued)

HOME BUILDERS + REMODELERS (continued)

INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWROOMS (continued)

San Diego Hardware 858.576.1892 | San Diego sandiegohardware.com

Dugally Oberfeld 310.441.5001 | San Francisco Los Angeles | Orange County docorp.net

Southwinds 949.854.0540 | Costa Mesa southwindscdd.com

Kern & Co. 858.259.7722 | Solana Beach kerncodesigns.com

Sun Valley Bronze 866.788.3631 sunvalleybronze.com

GDC Construction Inc. 858.551.5222 | La Jolla gdcconstruction.com

Structure Home 818.598.1330 ext. 150 Warner Center | Los Angeles structurehome.com

Le Dimora 858.759.2709 | Rancho Santa Fe ledimora.com

Hanover Builders, Inc. 310.454.4113 hanoverbuildersinc.com

Tyler Development Corporation 818.222.5925 | Calabasas tylerdev.com

Loggia Showroom 415.863.2101 | San Francisco loggiashowroom.com

Fuzion3 855.389.4663 fuzion3lv.com

Hartman Baldwin Design/Build 626.486.0510 hartmanbaldwin.com

Upscale Construction 415.563.7550 | San Francisco 707.481.1155 | Wine Country upscaleconstruction.com

NIDO Living 415.329.5808 | San Francisco nidosf.com

Hermary’s 650.592.9480 | San Carlos hermarys.com

Hulton Development, Inc. 858.842.1939 | Rancho Santa Fe hultondevelopment.com

KryptAll 877.291.1900 kryptall.com

JD Group Inc. 310.575.5551 jdgroupinc.com

Fortress Seating fortresseating.com

Artistic Designs For Living 415.567.0602 | San Francisco adlsf.com

Krekow Jennings 206.625.0505 | Seattle krekowjennings.com

Hermary’s 650.592.9480 | San Carlos hermarys.com

ASID California Peninsula Chapter 408.906.9577 asidcapen.org

HARDWARE

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HOME AUTOMATION

HOME BUILDERS + REMODELERS

HOME THEATER DESIGN

INTERIOR DESIGNERS

All Coast Construction 818.865.8371 | Westlake Village allcoastconstruction.com

Maggetti Construction 408.559.3439 maggetticonstruction.com

Allen Construction 805.884.8777 | Santa Barbara buildallen.com

Mark Drexler + Associates 310.666.7162 | Valencia markdrexlerassociates.com

Anyon Atelier 415.814.3849 | San Francisco anyondesign.com

Carole Carr Design 310.994.3310 | Los Angeles carolecarrdesign.com

Baywest Builders 650.216.9600 | Redwood City baywestbuilders.com

McCutcheon Construction, Inc. 415.863.8108 | Berkeley mcbuild.com

Becky Walker & Associates 858.259.0818 | Del Mar beckywalkerandassociates.com

Catherine Macfee Interior Design 530.584.5000 | San Francisco macfeedesign.com

Corbin Reeves Construction 714.540.3700 | Costa Mesa corbinreevesconstruction.com

RFJ Meiswinkel Company 415.824.6890 | San Francisco rfjmeiswinkel.com

California Style Home Collections 949.360.9447 | Laguna Niguel californiastyle.com

Colacion Studio 310.488.0102 | Long Beach colacionstudio.com

De Mattei Construction Inc. 408.350.4200 demattei.com

SOD Builders 800.401.3320 sodbuilders.com

Design Studio International 877.436.0110 | Laguna Niguel dsioc.com

D for Design 949.305.8020 | Aliso Viejo dfordesignoc.com

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INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWROOMS

Camerich LA 310.881.6199 | West Hollywood camerichla.com

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PROMOTION

The Agency - Jon Grauman and Lauren Hice

advertiser index INTERIOR DESIGNERS

(continued)

INTERIOR DESIGNERS

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KITCHEN + BATH (continued)

KITCHEN + BATH (continued)

Dawson Design Group San Diego dawsondesigngroup.com

Nickey Kehoe 323.954.9300 | Los Angeles nickeykehoe.com

Brizo brizo.com

J. Tribble Collection 888.652.6116 jtribble.com

Design Studio International 877.436.0110 | Laguna Niguel dsioc.com

Pamela Pennington Studios 650.813.1797 | Palo Alto pamelapenningtonstudios.com

Carter Hardware 310.657.1940 | Beverly Hills carterhardware.com

Kitchen Amore 949.613.5888 | Laguna Niguel kitchenamore.net

Evars + Anderson Interior Design evarsanderson.com

Phillip Silver San Francisco | New York phillipsilverdesign.com

Clive Christian clivechristianinteriors.com

Kitchen Expo 858.456.0050 | La Jolla kitchenexpo.com

Geoffrey De Sousa Interior Design 415.626.6883 | San Francisco geoffreydesousa.com

THE Interior Design LLC 714.256.4600 | Brea theidllc.com

Cooper Pacific Kitchens 310.659.6147 | West Hollywood cooperpacific.com

La Costa Cabinets & Design 760.633.1629 | Encinitas lacostacabinets.com

Intimate Living Interiors 858.436.7127 | Solana Beach intimatelivinginteriors.com

Weaver Design Group 415.829.2594 | San Francisco amyweaverdesign.com

Dornbracht dornbracht.com/mem

Newport Brass 949.417.5207 newportbrass.com

Julie Williams Design 415.884.4700 | Novato juliewilliamsdesign.com

White Webb whitewebb.com

Eggersmann USA 800.276.1239 eggersmannusa.com

Poggenpohl poggenpohl.com

The Faucet Factory 760.436.0088 | Encinitas thefaucetfactory.com

Poliform 888.POLIFORM poliformusa.com

Keep the Peace Bedding by Renae Farley Designs keepthepeacebedding.com

JEWELRY

Kelly Ferm 909.981.1304 | Claremont kellyferm.com

66mint Fine Estate Jewelry 415.982.4402 | San Francisco 66mint.com

Faucets Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fixtures Decorative Plumbing & Hardware 714.639.9234 | Orange faucetsnfixtures.com

Renaissance 310.652.0964 | Los Angeles rdstudiola.com

Lori Gentile Interior Design 760.635.1105 lorigentile.com

Liberty Diamonds 949.261.8663 | Irvine libertydiamonds.com

Ferguson ferguson.com

Ronbow ronbow.eu

Luxury Designer 949.697.5869 luxury-designer.com

Todd Reed Boulder | Venice toddreed.com

FRANKE frankeksd.com

Snaidero USA 877.762.4337 snaidero-usa.com

FunTime Cabinet Factory 818.882.2281 | Canoga Park funtimecabinetfactory.com

Snaidero USA 310.657.5497 | West Hollywood snaidero-usa.com

Hollywood Sierra Kitchens, Inc. 310.659.9290 | Los Angeles hollywoodsierra.com

Snyder Diamond 310.450.1000 | Santa Monica snyderdiamond.com

Molly M. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neil 858.350.9467 | Del Mar mollyoneildesigns.com Nancy Corzine nancycorzine.com

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KITCHEN + BATH Aran Cucine 310.652.0539 | West Hollywood arancucine.us

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Napa Valley Wine Train

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LIGHTING

Snyder Diamond 626.795.8080 | Santa Monica snyderdiamond.com

Ames Ingham 323.788.3028 amesinghamlighting.com

Studio Becker 415.255.5996 | San Francisco studiobecker.com

Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights 504.522.9485 bevolo.com

Style Bath + Kitchen stylegroup-us.com

Bright on Presidio 415.901.3404 | San Francisco brightonpresidio.com

Academy of Art University 888.680.8691 | San Francisco academyart.edu

Patio Furniture Plus 949.574.4881 | Costa Mesa patio-plus.com

THG Paris thgusa.com

Del Mar Lighting 714.734.9385 | Tustin delmarlightingco.com

Tony on the Web 323.653.8669 tonyontheweb.com

Pride Family Brands pridefamilybrands.com

Zephyr 415.552.8033 | San Francisco zephyronline.com

Hubbardton Forge 800.826.4766 hubbardtonforge.com

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

Illuminating Interiors 858.566.3780 | San Diego illuminatinginteriors.com

LUXURY BEDDING

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Tribute Goods tributegoods.com

MISCELLANEOUS

OUTDOOR LIVING (continued) Lotus Home 310.256.2200 | West Hollywood lotushome.us McKinnon and Harris mckinnonharris.com

MOVING + STORAGE

Sunset West Fine Outdoor Furnishings Vista sunsetwestusa.com

Confimove 866.266.8464 confimove.com

Teak Warehouse 800.343.7707 | 866.937.8325 teakwarehouse.com

Terra Bella Landscape Development 858.335.8151 | Rancho Santa Fe tblandscaping.com

Lantern Masters, Inc. 818.706.1990 | Westlake Village lanternmasters.com

Zeterre Landscape Architecture 415.691.2166 | San Francisco zeterre.com

Littman Brands littmanbrands.com

California Closets 866.488.2727 californiaclosets.com

Tommy Bahama Outdoor Living tbfurniture.com

Studio Bel Vetro studiobelvetro.com

The Container Store 855.827.5623 containerstore.com/tcsclosets

Victory Furniture 310.264.1046 | Santa Monica victoryfurniture.com

OUTDOOR LIVING

PAINT

Brown Jordan 949.760.6900 | Costa Mesa brownjordan.com

Farrow & Ball farrow-ball.com

Dunkirk San Francisco dunkirksf.com | dedon.us

Halaby Restoration and Painting 949.305.5571 | Lake Forest halabyrestoration.com

LANDSCAPING Geoscape 949.888.8008 | Lake Forest geoscape.biz Terra Bella Landscape Development 858.335.8151 | Rancho Santa Fe tblandscaping.com

The Urban Electric Co. 843.723.8140 urbanelectricco.com

LUXURY BEDDING Scandia Home scandiahome.com

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ORGANIZATIONAL SOLUTIONS

Tidelli Orange County 714.825.0054 | Fountain Valley tidelli.com

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PROMOTION

Mark Drexler + Associates

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REAL ESTATE

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REAL ESTATE

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Ross Painting 415.455.0766 | San Rafael rosspainting.com

Engel & Völkers 949.207.3101 | Newport Beach newportbeach.evusa.com

Zephyr Partners 760.207.8463 | Carlsbad summerhouse-carlsbad.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

First Team Estates Bradshaw Residential Group 949.433.3001 | 949.887.0643 bradshawresidential.com

RECREATION

First Team Estates - Christie’s 949.759.5747 | Newport Beach firstteam.com

Napa Valley Wine Train 800.427.4124 | Napa Valley winetrain.com

Micah Dimitriadis Photography micahphoto.com

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Caesarstone caesarstoneus.com

Cambria cambriausa.com

Compac compac.us

POOL BUILDERS

First Team Estates Yalda Miller and Manny Mijares 949.793.3733 | 949.922.2481 newportlister.com

RETAIL

Geoscape 949.888.8008 | Lake Forest geoscape.biz

Hilton & Hyland 310.278.3311 | Beverly Hills hiltonhyland.com

BaBoo 415.440.4255 | San Francisco baboosf.com

CTM-Classic Tile & Mosaic 310.379.7646 | Hermosa Beach ctmtile.com

Questar Pools and Spas 760.738.5100 questarpools.com

Luxury Portfolio Fine Property Collection luxuryportfolio.com

Button Down 415.563.1311 | San Francisco buttondownsf.com

CTM-Classic Tile & Mosaic 310.559.9500 | Los Angeles ctmtile.com

Terra Bella Landscape Development 858.335.8151 | Rancho Santa Fe tblandscaping.com

McGuire Real Estate Charles Griffith 415.672.3263 mcguire.com

Liz’s Antique Hardware 323.939.4403 | Los Angeles lahardware.com

CTM-Classic Tile & Mosaic 805.884.0635 | Santa Barbara ctmtile.com

McGuire Real Estate Reudy & Associates reudyandassociates.com

V Marketplace 707.944.2451 | Yountville vmarketplace.com

Da Vinci Marble 650.595.2500 | San Carlos davincimarble.com

REAL ESTATE The Agency theagencyre.com

Sotheby’s International Realty sothebyshomes.com

The Agency - Jon Grauman and Lauren Hice 424.238.2484 | Beverly Hills theagencyre.com

Sotheby’s International Realty Santa Ynez Land santaynezland.com

The Agency - Michele Blackmon 310.906.5896 | Beverly Hills ihomnet.com Douglas Elliman - Connie Blankenship and Michelle Oliver 310.734.2655 | 310.734.2654 Beverly Hills | luxuryhouse.com

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Sotheby’s International Realty Suzanne Perkins 805.403.3663 | Santa Barbara suzanneperkins.com Surterre Properties Hosana Saputra 714.865.1688 | 310.770.2999 go2hosana.com

STONE + TILE

Crossville 931.456.3136 crossvilleinc.com

Dekton dekton.com

Antolini Luigi antoliniprecioustone.com

Eldorado Stone 800.925.1491 eldoradostone.com

Arto Brick 310.768.8500 | Los Angeles artobrick.com

Famosa - The Surface Studio 714.800.1642 | Costa Mesa famosatile.com

BV Tile and Stone 714.772.7020 | Anaheim bvtileandstone.com

Galleria Tile 415.431.5283 | San Francisco galleriatilesf.com

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PROMOTION

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VINEYARDS

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Gem International, Inc. 818.503.9848 | North Hollywood gem-international.net

Pacific Shore Stones North Hollywood elementsroom.com

SpecCeramics, Inc. 800.449.7732 West Hollywood | Fullerton specceramics.com

IRG marblecompany.com

Paris Ceramics 888.845.3487 parisceramicsusa.com

Venetian Tile & Stone Gallery 949.261.0146 | Irvine venetianstonegallery.com

Joel Gott Wines St. Helena gottwines.com

Lapicida 212.360.8000 lapicida.com/us

Pietra Fina 510.670.1010 | Hayward pietrafina.com

Walk On Tile 310.442.1008 | West Los Angeles walkontile.com

The Sonoma House at Patz & Hall 707.265.7700 | Sonoma sonomahouseblog.com

Neolith neolith.com

Porcelanosa 415.593.7763 | San Francisco porcelanosa-usa.com

TECHNOLOGY

WALLCOVERINGS

Neolithic Design 949.955.0414 | Newport Beach neolithicdesign.com

Porcelanosa 310.300.2090 | West Hollywood porcelanosa-usa.com

Crestron crestron.com/homeautomation

The Vintage Wood Floor Company 714.557.9655 | Costa Mesa vintagewoodfloors.com

Neolithic Design 310.289.0414 | West Hollywood neolithicdesign.com

SpecCeramics, Inc. 800.449.7732 | Hawaii specceramics.com

NS Ceramic Incorporated 805.962.1422 | Santa Barbara nsceramic.com

SpecCeramics, Inc. 800.449.7732 San Diego | San Francisco specceramics.com

Fantesca Estate Winery 707.968.9229 | St. Helena fantesca.com

VINEYARDS Boatique Winery 707.279.2675 | Kelseyville boatiquewines.com

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MINOTTI LOS ANGELES

Luxe Interiors + Design hosted a private luncheon and preview of the new collection at Minotti Los Angeles.

Showroom owner Mary Ta spoke of positivity and community as she graciously welcomed a dynamic mix of designers, architects and builders. Great conversation accompanied a superb lunch catered by Taste of Pace.

After lunch, the entourage traveled two doors down for coffee, dessert and a personal tour of Taâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stunning new showroom and luxury design center, Mass Beverly.

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Only Crestron Brings Your Style to Life The worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most advanced home automation technology is also the most stylish. Our solutions blend into your design perfectly to make your home more comfortable, convenient, and luxurious. Tailor scenes to your one-of-a-kind lifestyle and control everything with the tap of a touch screen, phone, or tablet. Enliven your home with the intelligence of Crestron. crestron.com/HomeAutomation

LIGHTING | SHADES | AV | CLIMATE | SECURITY All brand names, product names, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Certain trademarks, registered trademarks, and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Crestron disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SYLVIE COGRANNE

BLOGGERS BREAKFAST AT LCDQ

Luxe Interiors + Design, in partnership with Renaissance Design Studio and Rocky Mountain Hardware, hosted a lively Bloggers Breakfast at the Renaissance Designâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Studio showroom for the 2015 LCDQ Legends event. All nine chosen LCDQ Ambassadors were joined with key industry influencers to network over flavorful bites from Patina Catering. Rocky Mountain Hardware created a social media contest for attendees to promote on Instagram.

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Agoura Sash & Door, Inc. Windows. Doors. Millwork. Hardware.

310.359.6561 agourasash.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SYLVIE COGRANNE

MAKERS AS MUSE KEYNOTE AT LEGENDS 2015

Luxe Interiors + Design Editor in Chief Pamela Jaccarino, in partnership with Tufenkian Artisan Carpets, moderated a Makers as Muse conversation at this year’s LCDQ Legends event with top interior designers Betsy Burnham, Joe Lucas and Molly Luetkemeyer to discover the craftsmen who inspire them. Geoffrey De Sousa from De Sousa Hughes used “The Sea” as his muse while dressing Tufenkian’s window with eye-catching mermen.

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INSPIRATION FOUND

SUBTLE

“SIMPLICITY,” LEONARDO DA VINCI ONCE PROFESSED, “IS THE ULTIMATE FORM OF SOPHISTICATION.” ECHOING THIS SENTIMENT, COCO CHANEL CREDITED THAT SAME EFFORTLESS FEATURE AS “THE KEYNOTE OF ALL TRUE ELEGANCE,” WHILE FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT HAS STATED THAT, “SIMPLICITY AND REPOSE ARE THE QUALITIES THAT MEASURE THE TRUE VALUE OF ANY WORK OF ART.” WE FOLLOW SUIT THIS SEASON WITH A MIX OF DELICATE SILHOUETTES AND SOFT, REFRAINED PALETTES THAT LEAVE A TOUCH OF LUXURY IN THEIR WAKES. Clockwise from top left: Watercolor Washi 3592 in Dream Pop Grey / Price available upon request / phillipjeffries.com. Pieces from the “What is Luxury?” exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum through September 27 / vam.ac.uk.

Link Porcelain Quad-Light / $8,000 / apparatusstudio.com. A vignette from a home in San Francisco designed by Nicole Hollis / nicolehollis.com. Circus Pouf Large Blush Velour / $890 / normann-copenhagen.com. Spinning Top Simple Curve Pendant / $4,900 / yaelsonia.com. Small Ring Bag in Chalk Smooth Calfskin / Price available upon request / celine.com. Box Sofa by De La Espada / $8,065 / autoban212.com. Tapa Cereal Bowl and Alchimie Charger by Fortuny / $370 (set of 4) and $200 / l-objet.com. Detail from the facade of the Stadthalle Chemnitz in Germany designed by architect Rudolf White and artist Hubert Schiefelbein / stadthalle-chemnitz.de.

WATERCOLOR WASHI WALLCOVERING PHOTO: COURTESY PHILLIP JEFFRIES. LIGHT PENDANT PHOTO: JOSEPH DELEO.

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