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hile recently browsing an antique shop in Flat Rock, North Carolina, I picked up an issue of Arts & Decoration magazine, circa March 1927. Charmed by its vintage photographs and retro appeal, I took it home to study its content. What insightful words of design wisdom I discovered in its pages. A few to take note of, and for us design devotees to keep in mind...

On Gardens: “Gardens, like everything else in the world, should be made with imagination as well as knowledge. There must seem leisure in the loveliness—and permanency. In short, beauty of a garden lies in looking lived in, by dreams at least.” On Room Composition: “It is one thing to be able to make up a pretty color scheme and quite a different matter to bring all the diverse elements of a room together in such fashion as to make a beautiful composition. People live in these compositions; move about in them. Therefore, they must of necessity be as sound in their structural composition as a group of sculpture and as lovely in their color choice and arrangement as is the work of the painter upon canvas.” On Architecture: “As American dwellings are built better, more permanently and more beautifully, they will be regarded less as real estate and more as homes, and with that change in attitude, the status of the home as the nucleus of society will approach more closely the older American tradition.”

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

festive fall. Just back from a trip to our global headquarters in New York and our corporate headquarters in South Florida, where we strategized on exciting new initiatives coming up for Luxe in 2014. Stay tuned! This summer we hosted a series of fun events, from an evening with architect Richard Landry at the Wellness Design Center to a chic Sunday afternoon of polo in Carpinteria. The annual ICAA summer party took place at Summitridge, overlooking the Los Angeles skyline, and we were happy to welcome two new showrooms, Carter Truesdale and Camerich, to the design district. This fall we’ve already co-hosted several events in Orange Country, including Lori Dennis and Kelli Ellis’ Design Camp with Luxe Editor in Chief Pamela Jaccarino and a festive issue party at the Witford showroom. We continue the season with events at Walker Zanger and Tommy Bahama in November. In San Francisco, Luxe will be the media sponsor of the Designers Circle for the Fall Antiques Show, and in December we will host an Ornament Ball here in L.A. and around the country with our friends at Jiun Ho. I wanted to take a moment to express my condolences for the death of beloved designer Joe Nye. He was a fixture in the L.A. design community and his passing is a tragic loss for us all. On a happier note, I’d like to welcome back Brooke Randolph McLaren, our associate publisher, from maternity leave. The Luxe team is back together, better than ever. Looking forward to seeing you this fall.

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AROUND TOWN Mingling at the Wellness Design Center and celebrating the LuxeBox. See more event images online at facebook.com/luxemagazine.

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1. Bespoke home and pet décor by fine artist Maricela Sanchez features elegant gates, crates and panels to enhance the beauty and function of your home. Available in black or white. Pillow not included. maricelasanchez.com 2. Beautiful, American-made, custom bamboo doors by Green Leaf Doors are LEED compliant and now available at Agoura Sash & Door. Shown: five-panel stile and rail door in vertical grain amber. agourasash.com 3. For more than 30 years, Mallet has been handcrafting heirloom furniture in Oregon. Waterfall Console hand-cut, olive-ash burl veneer with matching cascade grain. Measures 72”L x 18”D x 33”H. Priced at $4,200. malletpdx.com 4. Artist Tim Ferrie blends the functionality of light with the intrinsic qualities of art with Lightsculptures. Copper tubing comes to life in each one-of-a-kind piece. The collection includes chandeliers, table and floor lights. Pictured: calla lily table light. tjferrie.com

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1. The Westin Mitchell Design Group’s Courtyard sideboard/dresser, handcrafted in Downtown Los Angeles, consists of a steel base, canvas-lined drawers, industrial-strength vintage casters and a reclaimed maple top. westinmitchell.com 2. Alenya, by Uttermost, features golden teak leaves hanging from burnished gold metal branches suspended under a silken champagne sheer fabric shade at Modern Lighting in Temple City. 626.286.7462 3. Add a little bling to your hardwood floors with the Metallic Sliver Series exclusively at Fame Hardwood Floors. Custom sizes and designs available. 855.666.3263 4. Plush Home’s Granville coffee table, designed by Nina Petronzio, features a hand-carved double Greek key-inspired base. Shown in rift-cut oak and available in maple, mahogany or walnut. Priced from $4,280–$6,971. plushhome.com

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1. Eye of the Day Garden Design Center features the highest quality Italian, Greek, French and American Gladding McBean pottery. Visit Eye of the Day in Santa Barbara or online. eyeofthedaygdc.com 2. The Bottomly chair: a nurtured, sophisticated, luxurious style with clear lines and a respect for traditional infused with a modernist flair. Available at Cabana Home, Santa Barbara. Price upon request. cabanahome.com 3. For $150 per session, you can be a part of the Polo Coaching League at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. All levels are welcome to participate. sbpolo.com

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Created from a series of interconnected geometric shapes with metallic-finished cores, Gabriel Kakon and Scott Richler’s Welles light fixture is a welcome addition to the brothers’ exclusive line of furnishings. Since launching their namesake collection, Gabriel Scott, last year, the architects-turned-designers’ chic set has rapidly expanded—with plans to introduce a similar piece in the form of a sconce—and there are no signs of slowing down. “Our intention was to offer a flexible lighting system that gives decorators a maximum amount of possibilities,” notes Richler. gabriel-scott.com

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Camerich co-owners Michael Lin and Stephen Bianchi have expanded upon their Southern California following with the introduction of the company’s new U.S. flagship, a sprawling outpost situated in the West Hollywood Design District. Orchestrated in a series of arresting vignettes, the tony locale highlights Camerich’s latest selections, which include a set of smart geometric occasional pieces juxtaposed with more streamlined cabinetry. For Lin, the approach is simple: “While our style is modern in scope, the overarching goal is to infuse each piece with a classic element that stands the test of time.” Shown below, the Jane coffee table evokes the overall sleek aesthetic for which the brand is distinguished. camerichla.com

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For Michael Carter and Douglas Truesdale, a jaunt to Los Angeles in late 2011 incited, as Carter describes, “an enchantment with the city.” It was then that the formerly New England-based designers saw an opportunity to bring their effortless and classic East Coast vernacular to the market. In addition to offering design expertise, Carter and Truesdale’s West Hollywood boutique displays their bespoke series of upholstery and case goods. The showroom is also host to a plethora of vibrant fabrics from Tillett Textiles, some of which are shown below. cartertruesdale.com

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This season, McKinnon and Harris will introduce its elegant outdoor furnishings and accents to Los Angeles with a presence on La Cienega Boulevard. The featured seating, which is just a glimpse at the recent redesign of the iconic Beaufort collection—a set that was envisioned to conjure the ornamental heritage of the Mediterranean and Middle East—combines palatial design details, strength of craftsmanship and historical value. Available in a plethora of custom colorways, the paramount revision to the collection is the Turkish-inspired back, which recalls the celebrated architectural conventions of the Ottoman Empire. mckinnonharris.com

Classic sophistication and contemporary glamour unite to conceive the latest assemblage of chic furnishings, fixtures and accents available at Erinn Valencich’s stylish design showroom, Erinn V. Maison. Valencich recently introduced several new pieces from her own collection—which is handmade in Los Angeles by talented artisans—including a sleek raffia console that she says is currently fixated in her own bedroom. Available in hundreds of fabrics and finishes, the posh assortment is fully customizable. erinnvmaison.com

Q+A

Luxe sits down with designer Erinn Valencich, the creative vision behind Erinn V. Maison, to discuss her current inspirations.

What inspired you to begin a career in design? I have always loved homes and dreamed of building them from the time I was a child. I fell into interiors when my friend secured me a job interview because she liked how I decorated my apartment; I started my own firm shortly thereafter. Are there any specific colors, patterns or textures that resonate most with you? Anything blue! I love all tones from light and soft blues to deeper turquoise and navy shades. In regard to patterns and textures, I’m drawn to large-scale geometric motifs and grass-cloth wallcoverings. What influences you on a daily basis? I’m definitely inspired by photography, whether I’m gazing at a picture of a faraway land or flipping through the gorgeous advertisements in a fashion magazine. Who are some of your design icons? Dorothy Draper’s innovative nature is still inspiring; her books are a great read any day! I am also enamored with Steven Gambrel’s work because his aesthetic is so incredibly unique; I can always discern his rooms.

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The raw quality and natural allure of Machu Picchu inspired designer Jiun Ho to create his latest furniture collection entitled Jiun Ho IV, a collaborative effort with Peruvian-born textile designer Sandra Jordan. Part of the new line is the Chinchero bench, shown, enveloped in Jordan’s olive-hued Prima Alpaca fabric—a luxurious fiber that was historically implemented by Incan royalty and evokes the ancient heritage of the Andean culture. According to Ho, the bench, which is bestowed with a framework of robust steel, “reflects the magical essence of the royal estate built with eternity in mind.” jiunhodejia.com 104 L U X E I N T E R I O R S

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For Kris Lajeskie, a “tribal-inspired feel with a touch of Mediterranean detailing” articulates the Santa Fe-based interior designer’s innovative style. Lajeskie’s adoration for finely crafted and organic materials fueled her desire to design residential spaces five years ago, and has since garnered a wide following. Recently, she opened her first retail locale in Encinitas, which has already been met with great enthusiasm. From working directly alongside master artisans in Marrakech, scouring Paris for statement pieces, and collaborating with such celebrated names as Michael Aram and Holler & Saunders, Lajeskie has certainly manifested a unique vision for decorating. krislajeskiedesign.com

COLOR CORRECTED Italian design house Poltrona Frau recently unveiled 11 new sumptuously appointed furniture lines, all of which were inspired by the rich history of luxury automobile and aviation models. Roberto Lazzeroni’s Montera chair is a two-tone design—shown here in camel and turquoise leathers—set atop a rich wengestained ash wood base. Available in a vibrant amalgam of colorways, Montera embodies a sophisticated silhouette, which Lazzeroni achieved via an ardent focus on lightness of form. poltronafrau.com

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BROWN JORDAN PHOTO : COURTESY BROWN JORDAN . KRIS LAJESKIE DESIGN PHOTOS : COURTESY KRIS LAJESKIE DESIGN . POLTRONA FRAU PHOTOS : COURTESY POLTRONA FRAU .

Brown Jordan’s most recent offerings of outdoor furnishings and décor are now available in Orange County at the brand’s premier Costa Mesa showroom. The freshest introductions include Biarritz—which garnered its namesake from the luxurious seaside town on the coast of France—a mix of dining and lounge pieces envisioned by Los Angeles designer Michael Berman. In the featured vignette, several pieces from Richard Frinier’s Drift collection are showcased. Crafted from rich teak and appointed with neutral cushions, the Southern California designer created this set to elicit a relaxed lifestyle via understated elegance and classic lines. brownjordan.com

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TABLE TALK Entertaining is the perfect occasion to tell a visual story, and with the table as protagonist, every piece that graces it also plays a supporting role. The deep coral and magentas of a Manuel Canovas fabric captured New York-based designer Eileen Kathryn Boyd and inspired her own narrative. A cast of tabletop accoutrements in lustrous finishes and rich jewel tones followed suit...

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“I find that many of my clients are attracted to the idea of using color but are fearful in applying it,” Boyd says. “Tabletop is a great way to have fun and experiment with interesting combinations.” The designer chose Anna Weatherley’s goldrimmed charger for its amethyst color and her scalloped white dinner plate for its bright note; the hand-painted Jaune de Chrome dessert dish serves as a complement to both, and the leopard-print Norbar fabric neutralizes the color scheme. Boyd layered Rogaska crystal throughout the smoky purple dining room and added delicate Hermès flatware as jewelry for the table—a play on the literal reference she made with an agate bracelet as a napkin ring. Alongside the fireplace, they make an inviting space even cozier in time for a fabulous fall get together. Placemats, Bagatelle in Violine; manuelcanovas.com. Leopard Napkins, Corona Stone 6002; norbarfabrics.com. Lavender Chargers and Simply Anna Dinner Plates, Anna Weatherley; devinecorp.net. Cream Scale Gold Finition Dessert Plates, Jaune de Chrome; devinecorp.net. Festival Napkins in Tin; sferra.com. Attelage Flatware; hermes.com. Adria Wine Glasses, Prague Candleholders, Bakhos Ice Bucket, and St. Tropez Glasses and Decanter; rogaskausa.com. Table Runner, Topaz TZA226, Omexco; romo.com. Montgomery Wine Cooler; ralphlaurenhome.com. Regent Crystal Votives; baccarat.com. Imogen Tangerine Box; julianchichester.com.

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o many modern artists expressed their world through their experience of the street and the changes they were observing in the urban fabric. The modern metropolis was the central symbolic site of modernity. Léger: Modern Art and The Metropolis—the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s exhibition on the metropolis and the exchanges of influence between Fernand Léger and the artists, architects, filmmakers and poets

of the 1920s international avant-garde in Paris—makes its debut this fall. Running from October through January, the exhibition was inspired by The City (shown here), a formative work in 20th-century art, and one of the core masterpieces in the museum’s collection. “We wanted to focus on the metropolis to show how current modern art’s engagement with the world can be for today’s city dwellers,” notes exhibit curator Anna Vallye. “What’s so remarkable is that the city Léger painted almost 100 years ago is still completely familiar to us today. Of course, cities have changed since then, but there is also something profoundly enduring about Léger’s vision.” philamuseum.org

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WITH A NEW BOOK CHRONICLING THE RESTORATION OF HIS FRENCH CHÂTEAU AND AN UPCOMING TABLEWARE LINE FOR ROYAL LIMOGES, L.A. DESIGNER TIM CORRIGAN STILL FINDS TIME FOR A LITTLE JOIE DE VIVRE.

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that classic design is outdated and uncomfortable and I wanted to show that nothing could be further from the truth. Design is a pendulum and while it swings from trend to trend, it always returns to the classical because there is an innate sense of security in it. It is more forgiving, as it accepts that daily accoutrements are a part of our living spaces.

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None of what I do is too studied. I think a flea market treasure can be mixed in with an 18th-century console and you get to appreciate each of them more because of their relationship to one another. Who wants to live in a room that whispers, “Look, but don’t touch?”

It is important to make them feel as if they are in their own home. I always leave flowers, freshly baked goodies, magazines or books I think they will enjoy and a scented candle in their room to welcome them.

ARCHITECTURAL WHY UNDERTAKE SUCH A PAINSTAKING RESTORATION?

I love the secrets that you find in the stones of old buildings and the challenge of taking something that was designed for a different way of life and subtly transforming it for the way we live today. FURNISHING THE CHATEAU…

Was a real labor of love and I used an approach that I would advise anyone to: Buy what you love and it will somehow find its proper place. Clockwise from top: Corrigan’s French estate; Macassar Ebony & Ostrich Egg lamp by TC Home; a seating area of the master bedroom featured in An Invitation to Château du Grand-Lucé; an antique brass fire screen; the designer in his Loire Valley home.

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me, Southern California is all about comfort, casual living and self- expression, but there is just something about the French respect for culture, history and tradition that really resonates with me.

PERIOD: Mid-tolate 18th-century France was such a remarkable time for architecture, because it held the highest level of refinement of the French aesthetic, but it was tempered by the age of enlightenment. PAINT A PICTURE CTURE OF TIME SPENT AT YOUR PICTURESQUE CTURESQUE CHÂTEAU: It’s like going back

in time to when life was all much slower and people really had the time to be with each other. I can think of no other place in the world I would rather be when I am afforded the luxury of time.

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ABC Carpet & Home debuts new mesmerizing colorways to its Aquasilk collection of painterly rugs inspired by the ocean. Handwoven of sari silk, the rugs get their watercolor effect from being overdyed with layers of translucent hues. abchome.com

The inspiration for the handknotted wool and bamboo silk Topo rug by Tufenkian Artisan Carpets began with a topographical image, but as it progressed, the vivid design became more abstract and the name was shortened. tufenkiancarpets.com

Cococozy lends its lifestyle expertise to floorcoverings with an illustrative line for Capel Rugs. Hand-knotted in a Tibetan weave using semiworsted wool and dynamic pigments, the series includes this fun yet sophisticated Loop rug. capelrugs.com

Taking its cues from the distinct craftsmanship and intricate patterns of Mughal latticeworks from the Indian courts of the 18th century, Stark’s latest Tibetan rug features an elaborate motif that beautifully repeats in wool and silk. starkcarpet.com

The majestic garments worn by women in India have been reimagined as Stephanie Odegard Collection’s Sari Lights series of rugs, handknotted on a wool ground using recycled and re-spun yarns from deconstructed saris. stephanieodegard.com

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HAUTE HUES Vera Wang, Fall 2013 RTW; verawang.com

Fendi Chameleon Collection, $950; fendi.com

The Rallye Collection, priced from $425; hermes.com

black list Black is often a regular on the fashion scene, Vicente Wolf Candle, $75; vicentewolf.com

and this year is no exception as the no-nonsense hue is fiercely represented on and off the runway. Color takes a back seat, while edgy silhouettes and sharp architectural frames— echoed within designer Vera Wang’s structural Hex Link Pendant, $11,500; nosanchuk.com

fall 2013 RTW collection—take center stage in home accents and fashion accessories. Black’s sleek persona continues to evolve, and this time around, it’s seriously amped up, punctuated

Jewel Side Table, price available upon request; magnihomecollection.com

Aria Chair by Paul Mathieu, price available upon request; ralphpucci.net

Briggs Collection, $496; rockymountainhardware.com

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Piece Tsavorite Pyramid Ring, $8,800; mimiso.com

Upholstered Venus Chair, $11,700; soane.com Rochillon Chandelier in Custom Color, price available upon request; jonathanbrowninginc.com

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Conjuring a woodsy, outdoor sensibility, hunter green has manifested into the neutral tone this

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fall. Projecting a masculine air, the inky-green hue marked its territory this season, effortlessly migrating from high-fashion threads to luxury décor. The powerful shade coyly made its way into Marc Jacobs’ fall 2013 line, and has morphed into becoming the sartorial shade du jour. With the interiors world bewitched by its boldness and the fashion devout falling for its luster, hunter green has emerged as

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Serpenti Bag in Emerald, Bulgari, $2,950; bulgari.com

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HAUTE HUES Maxime Simoëns, Fall 2013 RTW; maximesimoens.com

Amethyst Star, $28,000; charlesspadaantiques.com

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Rubellite and Amethyst Cufflinks in 18-karat gold, $2,150; goshwara.com

A color known for its regal reputation and ability to play well with others, it comes as no surprise that purple has captured the attention of both the fashion and design worlds. From full-bodied plum to resplendent amethyst, these sumptuous tones have deeply imbued the latest home collections met only by their sultry fashion counterparts, depicted here through the meticulous fall 2013 RTW collection of couture newcomer, and one to watch, Maxime Simoëns. AVF Charm Bowl, $388; avfhome.com

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Sofa Viena, $18,829; baltuscollection.com

Garendon in Breche, $24,000; jamblimited.com

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Round Twisted Vase in Amethyst, $566; seguso.com

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“Playing with both ends of the color spectrum is tricky, but this rug shows it can be done flawlessly. I love the 3-D illusion depicted through the vibrant hues.”

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When designer Cédric Ragot conceives an interior accent, such as this ombré rug he created for French atelier Roche Bobois, he perpetually aims to conjure a link between the functional and the conceptual. “Ponyo was actually one of my first forays into the art of rug design,” says Ragot, adding that he “endeavored to invite a harmonious blend of tones, which in turn, serve to warm up a room.” Featured here in a raspberry-centric scheme, the artfully devised floorcovering is handwoven from sumptuous New Zealand wool.

PORTRAIT: JASON BELL. RUG PHOTO: MICHAEL SCHALK. OPPOSITE: PORTRAIT: KAVA GORNA. STOOL PHOTOS: MICHAEL SCHALK.

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This season, Kyle Bunting’s effervescent hide-on-hair pattern work collides with South Florida design studio Britto Charette’s penchant for Art Deco architecture. The result is this hourglass stool, which marks the duo’s first venture into the home accessories arena. “I like this piece as a single side table, but it works best when used in multiples,” says Bunting. “The juxtaposition of the warm and tactile hide against the opaque base’s smooth silhouette is nearly the perfect combination of materials and surfaces.”

“This stool’s concentric circles remind us of an age-old tree trunk. Overall, we adore the clean look, especially after a recent trip to Japan where home décor is pared down and streamlined.”

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“This fixture is very light and open yet geometric in nature. The brass detailing is sophisticated and chic; definitely the type of statement piece I would install in my living room.” SORENTHIA

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BORN FROM DESIGNER JESSIE RANDALL’S PURSUIT TO FIND SHOES THAT BLEND STYLE WITH SOPHISTICATION, LOEFFLER RANDALL OFFERS EDGY FOOTWEAR WITH A FEMININE TOUCH. LOEFFLERRANDALL.COM

PORTRAIT: ERIK MELVIN. OPPOSITE: PORTRAIT: TROY WARD.

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In the early 1950s, celebrated Italian architect and furniture visionary Gio Ponti experimented with several models of this exquisite case good. Designated with the simple moniker Chest of Drawers, the time-honored design far exceeds its humble name. Bestowed with a robust elmwood body and an ivory-finished front, the midcenturystyle piece is accented with handles in elm, Italian walnut, mahogany and rosewood, all resting on lustrous brass feet.

What may appear to be a straightforward yet luxuriously appointed chair swathed in a graphite-hued velvet is anything but basic. This plush beauty, a piece from the newly launched Luxury in Motion collection by Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman, is also a fully functioning recliner, silently extending at the push of a concealed upholstered button. “The graceful contours of this chair’s frame lend a sartorial element,” says creative director Phillip Jeffries. The jewelry-like Greek key motif at its base is the finishing touch to this well-tailored piece.

“While linear in form, this chair sits in motion. Timeless yet bold, I definitely can envision it in the bedroom of my Milan apartment. The Greek key detailing is an added bonus.”

SHOE DESIGNER EDMUNDO CASTILLO INTRODUCES INTRODUCE FLIRTY DETAILING TO UNEXPECTED SILHOUETTES IN HIS MOST RECENT COLLECTION, AS SEEN IN THE TEMIRA BOOTIE. EDMUNDOCASTILLO.COM

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“I’ve always loved the marriage of black and gold, and used the combination prevalently in my fall 2013 collection. This piece’s material mix and play on form are particularly elegant.”

THIS FALL, FASHION DESIGNER ERIN FETHERSTON DELIVERS A READY-TO-WEAR COLLECTION THAT ELEGANTLY HIGHLIGHTS THE TIMELESS UNION OF BLACK AND GOLD. ERINFETHERSTON.COM

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Owners (and husband-and-wife duo) Chad Anglin and Amy Paul initially opened Pigment with thoughts of a gallery to display Paul’s artwork. Their original concept infuses this cheerful San Diego shop, where local vendors are seamlessly showcased alongside globally recognized brands. With an array of everything from artwork and home furnishings to hostess gifts and artisanal food, Pigment is the kind of store where it’s always fun to get a little lost. shoppigment.com 2

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With interior projects across the country, and successful furniture and fabric lines, acclaimed designer Michael Berman has now opened his flagship showroom, Bronze Studio, in Los Angeles. Expect an intriguing mix of handpicked vintage objets d’art and accessories, artwork and home furnishings all reflecting the designer’s sophisticated aesthetic. Whether you need that last finishing accent or a new dining room table, Berman’s expertly curated collection will guarantee that elusive designer touch. bronzestudiola.com

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Inspired by the artists and designers on display, owner Scotti Sitz handselects each product line found in his unassuming shop on Beverly Boulevard, Garde. With many of his picks deriving their influence from recent globe-trotting excursions, Sitz seamlessly combines old-world ornate products alongside clean simple lines. We’re loving these paint-splattered Mr. Brainwash dishes! gardeshop.com

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Featuring three locations throughout Southern California, Rolling Greens is a premier destination for garden and design junkies filled with an eclectically chic assortment of home décor items, flowers, plants, garden accessories and antiques. Collaborate with the “baristas” at the Arrangement Bar to create your own custom bundles. Each location has its own unique look with a constantly rotating stock of treasures—a true designer-approved shopping experience! rollinggreensnursery.com

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Located on the breathtaking coastline of Southern California’s Sheraton Carlsbad Resort, Ocean Pearl Spa is the perfect place to unplug. Set in an eco-conscious environment, the spa specializes in holistic body treatments and organic skin care using marine-based therapies inspired by the Pacific Ocean. Whether planning a girls’ weekend or a romantic getaway, a visit here will leave you truly relaxed. oceanpearlspa.com 2

There’s plenty of inspiration to be found in Laguna Beach, and since 1987, Pacific Edge Gallery has celebrated the local painters and artists in its hometown. Featuring a range of work by revered artists such as Maria Bertran and Brenda Bredvik (shown), from contemporary Impressionism to abstraction, any serious collector or neophyte will be impressed with this gallery. Feeling groovy? The gallery also represents the artwork of John Lennon. pacificedgegallery.com

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The Cipriani family carries on their formidable legacy of hospitality, that began in 1931 with the opening of Harry’s Bar in Venice and now includes their first hotel opening in Beverly Hills. Alongside sweeping views of Los Angeles, guests are treated to thoughtful amenities, such as 24-hour in-room dining services from the signature Mr. C restaurant and alluring poolside spa offerings. This home away from home won’t be easy to leave—trust us. mrchotels.com 4

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Among the plethora of juice bars and health food stores in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills Brownie Company is a delightful indulgence. With over 22 signature brownie flavors, such as Red Velvet, Salted Caramel and Classic Buttercream, as well as treats like the Brownie Ice Cream Sandwich and Brownie Biscotti, sweets lovers of all ages and flavor preferences will be satisfied. Plus, with celeb fans like Jennifer Garner, you never know who you might bump elbows with at the counter. beverlyhillsbrownie.com

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This fall, I want to learn how to build a beautiful vertical garden full of vibrant succulents, and OC Succulents in Irvine is my typical destination for great deals on a vast array of outdoor plants. The greenhouse boasts an extensive selection of plants to get acquainted with and the staff is so knowledgeable—perusing is a dream! ocsucculents.com 2

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glamour theory. DESIGNER LAURA MCQUEEN THOMASON DISHES ON STOP-YOU-IN-YOUR-TRACKS ARTWORK FOUND IN LAGUNA BEACH, PETRIFIED STATEMENT PIECES AND AN AMERICAN EATERY SERVING UP ARTISANAL INGREDIENTS FROM LOCAL PRODUCERS.

I recently fell in love with a restaurant whose food is as delicious as their aesthetic. ARC in Costa Mesa is a blend of cozy, sexy and organic décor with scrumptious comfort food sourced from local artisans and bites to share. Some of my favorite items on the menu are the chicken and broccoli casserole and the beet salad topped with goat cheese and fresh herbs; both are so easy to devour. arcrestaurant.com 3

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I’ve been incorporating petrified wood stools in so many of my design projects these days, and Restoration Hardware has an awesome one that seems to be my go-to item. The petrified wood stool is a conversation piece that blends with most styles; it’s visually impactful and textured, and it offers such a versatility of use. In my opinion, it is the perfect juxtaposition to keep things interesting. restorationhardware.com

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While strolling through the Laguna Beach Art Walk one Thursday night I stumbled upon Carlsbad-based artist Elise Tysick, owner of Glint & Lime, showcasing some of her original works. I immediately fell in love with her large-scale abstract canvases and stunning use of both color and pattern—her work is truly brilliant. She has recently commissioned art for a few of my clients and she also sells prints and canvas reproductions online. glintandlime.com

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“I see myself as a hunter and gatherer,” says Paul Scott Silvera, who showcases his singular style and eclectic finds in his San Diego shop, Scout at Quarters D. Opposite: The Sherry-Netherland is Silvera’s hotel of choice for its glimpse into the 1930s New York City lifestyle.

PORTRAIT: ERIC STONER. OPPOSITE: BER MURPHY. TOP RIGHT: COURTESY FARROW & BALL.

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“My life and livelihood blend,” says Paul Scott Silvera, whose ongoing aesthetic pursuits overlap among his own spaces, his interior design work and his shop, Scout at Quarters D. “I am Scout, and I’m constantly looking for new colors, textures and products either for my home or my business.”

As the exclusive San Diego dealer of Farrow & Ball paints, Silvera feels that the lines’ “well-edited collection of colors” perfectly complements the Scout at Quarters D aesthetic.

A sailor, surfer and fifth-generation San Diegan, Silvera is inspired by his hometown’s indoor/outdoor lifestyle and drawn to its history as well. The latter is affirmed by the location of his store—a 1923 former naval commander’s home within Point Loma’s Liberty Station. “It’s the perfect frame to showcase our well-edited collection,” says Silvera, who merchandises the rooms in a signature layered style that resonates with “beach natives and East Coast transplants” alike. Think Miles Talbott upholstered pieces and Aidan Gray case goods shown alongside one-of-a-kind vintage finds and old architectural elements. To keep things fresh, Silvera embarks on regular scouting trips to Western Europe, Argentina and the Plains states. “I’m always on the lookout for the perfect artifact,” he says. scout-home.com; 619.225.9925

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My professional background was in corporate event planning, and my education was in art history. Combined, those components gave me an eye for detail, design and use of space. DESIGN ICON:

Coco Chanel, who successfully built a brand based on clean, easy-to-live-in products that embraced a particular lifestyle. PERSONAL STYLE:

Unabashedly preppy with a dash of Brooks Brothers. Shorts in any season. DREAM DINNER PARTY GUESTS:

Eleanor Roosevelt, Gore Vidal, Truman Capote, Katherine Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor and my grandmother. I’M READING…

Jack Be Nimble, by former Old Globe theater artistic director Jack O’Brien. I worked summers at the Globe as a teen and even walked Jack’s dog. FAVORITE CITY:

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“I find historical documents from all over the world,” says Venice-based artist Ashley Collins, who integrates those pages into her large-scale abstract paintings. Opposite: An interior by Napa Valley designer Erin Martin, whose risktaking approach is admired by Collins.

“I never had a choice, I simply had to paint,” says Venice-based artist Ashley Collins. “At any given time, I can have hundreds of images in my mind asking to be set free.” Those images come to light in her layered, abstract paintings, which fuse a contemporary

Collins often depicts an abstract aspect of a horse in her works, including Hesse, a mixed-media piece that measures 84 inches tall by 96 inches wide.

style with traces of history and global culture—whether it’s a lost letter or a vintage page from a Moroccan book—that chronicle the past. “Each soul that has touched those pages brings their energy into the work, reminding us that those who have gone before us help shape who we are,” says Collins, whose own journey from a struggling artist to acclaimed painter continues to inform her work. The large size of her pieces, some canvases span 10 feet high by 20 feet across, magnify their unique sentimental messages. “Scale commands attention,” she says. “But that is only part of the equation. The larger the work is, the more it has to deliver to hold your attention. And that challenge is a joy.” ashleycollins.com

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Trust themselves. If you love a work, there is no gamble in the acquisition. If you buy solely for investment, you will miss the benefit of the art. And that is a great loss. FAVORITE HOTEL:

The Amanjiwo in Java, Indonesia. It overlooks Borobudur, the world’s largest Buddhist sanctuary. I love the repeating design of the circular walls, which echo the spirituality of the temple stupas. WHAT IS ALWAYS IN YOUR SUITCASE?

Emptiness. If you fill your suitcase when you leave, there is no room for what you may find. TOOLS OF THE TRADE:

Music. Patience. Focus. DREAM COLLABORATION:

Rauschenberg and da Vinci. I knew and adored Bob Rauschenberg, but adding da Vinci would make a wondrous collaboration. DESIGN ICON:

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The jewel-like ceramics, furnishings and lighting that Santa Ana artist and designer Ron Dier creates are meant to “stand out and enhance the ambience of a room.” Opposite: Dier admires the “movement” of Frank Gehry’s architecture, as illustrated in the forms of the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

PORTRAIT: ERIC STONER. OPPOSITE: ADAM LATHAM. TOP RIGHT: ED OLIN.

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“It’s a Cinderella story,” says artist and designer Ron Dier, who was working as a carpet salesman when he began contemplating a more fulfilling career. Shortly thereafter, Dier stumbled upon a pottery class at a neighborhood studio that changed the course of his life. “Clay was the greatest thing that I’d

In addition to his furnishings and lighting designs, Dier also offers one-of-a-kind mounted minerals, such as this 29-inch-tall doublesided Brazilian citrine ring.

ever touched,” he explains. “I would look at the wheel and wonder where the form was coming from, almost like I was channeling it.” Within 18 months, Dier had turned his passion into his profession. “I was sort of swept away by the whole thing,” explains the Santa Ana-based Dier. First known for his jewel-like ceramic vessels, finished with 22-karat gold and platinum, Dier has since expanded into furnishings and lighting. Sold through showrooms including A. Rudin and Blake House, Dier’s striking pieces put minerals at center stage. In his hands, ice-like strips of selenite morph into table bases and light fixtures glow with slices of polished Brazilian agate. “It’s fun to work with Mother Nature and see if you can complement her and make something useful,” says Dier. rondierdesign.com; 714.543.1266

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RON DIER WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT CLAY?

There is a rhythm to working on the wheel, and you can get lost in it. Maybe it’s a primitive reaction to having your hands in the soil. DESCRIBE YOUR CREATIVE PROCESS.

So much of it is intuitive. I’m not a technical person, and I don’t draw particularly well, but I can visualize three-dimensionally very quickly. In high school, geometry was easy, and algebra was a nightmare. CURRENT PROJECT:

I just completed three selenite sculptures for the Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St. Petersburg. The nice thing about selenite is that when you polish it, it looks almost like an ice sculpture. DREAM DINNER PARTY GUESTS:

Lincoln, Churchill, Catherine the Great, da Vinci, Puccini and the Dalai Lama (I love his humor). FAVORITE CITY:

Venice, Italy. I grew up hearing tales of Venice from my Venetian grandmother. Even as a tourist, it’s as magical as she said. GEHRY OR WRIGHT?

Gehry. Much of his work defies gravity visually. LUXE INTERIORS

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ADDRESS 10863 Galvin Street Culver City, California CONTACT 424.214.0056 tennantconstruction@prodigy.net WEBSITE johntennantconstruction.com JOHN TENNANT PRESIDENT

WHAT ARE THE KEY INFLUENCES IN YOUR WORK TODAY? Incorporating new green, innovative materials to existing standard materials and products is a significant influence in our work today. HOW DO YOU DEFINE A SUCCESSFUL PROJECT? Success is when the client is ecstatic with their home, and friendships follow, along with future recommendations. We want to be recognized for being efficient and timely every step of the process. WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE STYLES TO WORK ON AND WHY? I’ve been designing and building homes for 40 years, so I’ve done nearly every type of architectural style of home, and they all present their challenges and rewards.

JOHN TENNANT GENERAL BUILDING CONTRACTOR, INC. A second-generation home designer and builder, John Tennant began his career by shoveling sand and dirt for his father, more than 40 years ago. From that time forward, he held a passion for his trade and dedicated his life’s work to continuing his family’s legacy of building highend residential homes in Southern California. “My parents started this business more than 50 years ago; I took it over in 1995; and the business is going from a second-generation to a third-generation company with my daughter, Patricia, joining the firm in 1999.” A meticulous craftsman, Tennant focuses his efforts on creating the most uniquely designed home for exacting buyers, while Patricia fulfills a crucial role of planning, permitting and job supervision. As a design/build firm, each project begins with a comprehensive client meeting followed by preliminary plans used as an exercise for the client to establish what they want. “The real secret to design is creating a floor plan that meets the client’s needs,” he says. “I like to give them options, and the options are what I call, The ABC Method: You can pick option A and put it into B and mix it with elements from C to make a final plan out of it.” Viewing quality and attention to detail as the cornerstones of the firm, Tennant only builds a handful of selected homes each year. This affords him the time to design the drawings, hand pick each item and material, along with ensuring construction is executed to his rigorous standards. Tennant and his team operate with a network of highly skilled subcontractors and specialists at the top of their fields. “I value the collaboration between my subs and John Tennant Construction; together, we create great work,” says Tennant, who has been collaborating with many of his subcontractors for more than 20 years.

Designed in a traditional Cape Cod style, this home has a unique 40-foot roof in height and custom-curved glass for bay windows, complete with an elevator and butler’s quarters.

The ultimate modern living room, this chic environment is replete with terrazzo flooring, a Venetian fireplace, post-and-beam construction with state-of-the-art lighting and contemporary art.

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This 7,500-square-foot chateau home features an infinity-edge pool, oversized windows and landscape elevations that were created to enhance outdoor views.

“We are scrupulous in our choice of design and materials, attentive to every detail and always collaborate closely with clients to achieve the best results.” –JOHN TENNANT, PRESIDENT

The trellis creates a shaded seating area that overlooks the pool. Travertine flooring and eco-friendly, green landscaping creates a low-maintenance space for the homeowners.

Contemporary in design, this light-filled kitchen features custom granite countertops and lacquer cabinets with unique sapphire glass, creating an open atmosphere.

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ADDRESS 23970 Craftsman Road Calabasas, California CONTACT 818.222.5925 rudall@tylerdev.com tudall@tylerdev.com WEBSITE tylerdev.com RON UDALL, PRESIDENT TYLER UDALL, VICE PRESIDENT

WHAT ARE THE KEY INFLUENCES IN YOUR WORK TODAY? The designers and architects we have the privilege of working with. Their creativity and originality is inspiring and their talent constantly impresses us. HOW DO YOU THINK YOUR CLIENTS WOULD CHARACTERIZE YOU? Organized, knowledgeable, honest and committed to making their projects a success. I think this would be used to describe not only myself, but the entire team. WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON NEXT? We are proud to say our company continues to thrive. We have worked to maintain the best reputation possible, resulting in many projects in progress and coming up.

TYLER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION According to Ron and Tyler Udall, the key to managing a time-honored firm is instituting a philosophy based around what they describe as “simple, universal concepts”—integrity, quality and professionalism. Since the company’s inception more than 30 years ago, these ideals have earned them a reputation as a premier residential contractor in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. Tyler believes “the cornerstone to maintaining a reputation for the highest level of excellence is a result of using the finest subcontractors, and suppliers ranging from local craftsmen to national and international corporations, to ensure that each home is constructed with the utmost skill and highest quality materials available.” With the addition of his son Tyler Udall, in 2003, President Ron Udall and an accomplished staff continue to thrive in melding an unprecedented level of experience with an appreciation for new technology, modern methods and eco-friendly products. Ron emphasizes, “our team’s philosophy is to combine honest and clear communication with sophisticated management skills acting as our client’s advocates to ensure a successful project. We understand that building a home is one of the most significant financial and emotional investments our clients take on in their lives. Our goal is transforming the unique vision of our clients into reality.”

Materials such as steel and exposed concrete combine to produce a contemporary ambience with clean lines and refined design. The bronze fireplace with a mottled surface adds interest to the room, contrasting the wood floor, ceiling and walls.

Extensive millwork and architectural details define this classic Cape Cod home in the prestigious oceanfront community, The Malibu Colony. The home includes a roof deck for entertaining complete with BBQ, spa and incredible views of the Pacific Ocean.

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This grand Mediterranean villa, with expansive views from downtown to Catalina, is the perfect environment for entertaining. The home features a ballroom, gymnasium, theater, wine cellar and outdoor kitchen.

“The uniqueness of every project creates exciting challenges and rewarding experiences.”

The wide façade of this Italian Renaissance inspired estate, appointed with extensive Beau Arts style architectural details, adds grandeur and grace. Limestone, hand-troweled finishes and intricate terrazzo floors make this one of Southern California’s finest homes.

The two-story foyer of the Andalusian style estate is crowned with a steel framed skylight, highlighting the traditional Spanish design. Artisan tiles, decorative architectural pieces and the addition of specialty wall finishes add authenticity to the home.

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ADDRESS 5520 Azure Way Long Beach, California 90803 CONTACT 310.488.0102 yvonne@colacionstudio.com WEBSITE colacionstudio.com YVONNE COLACION OWNER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGN LEAD

COLACION STUDIO

WHAT ARE THE KEY INFLUENCES IN YOUR WORK TODAY? Working with sophisticated clients in Los Angeles and abroad who appreciate design, requires my design vocabulary and reference points to be quite vast. Personal brand and lifestyle play a significant role in creating project solutions with depth and purpose. WHICH PROJECTS HAVE BROUGHT YOU THE MOST SATISFACTION? The 155-foot motor yacht, 360°, currently docked in Nice, France, and a beautiful Deco-inspired residence, which were both recently completed and have received multiple accolades. WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON NEXT? I am working on a boutique investment firm with a Santa Monica-based architect, as well as a residence abroad with an eclectic, modern Deco feel. I am also developing a furniture line to be fabricated in Los Angeles.

Thought-based and purpose-driven, the work of internationally acclaimed designer Yvonne Colacion is a study in human experience— one of enjoyment and enrichment. With sensitivity to context and program for both residential and corporate environments, Colacion combines her passion for exploring history and different cultures in new and revelatory ways with an innate sense of pragmatism. “I enjoy blending furnishings from different periods including streamlined, modern furniture, with antiques and contemporary pieces,” shares Colacion. “I believe this approach allows a room to feel as though it has been assembled over time and reflects the evolution of a person’s style. We all evolve in our lives, and it’s important to give homage to different periods that have influenced us personally or professionally.” Colacion’s astute design perspective was cultivated by such design luminaires as Gensler, where she was a senior associate and West Coast workplace design leader, and later, RTKL, as vice president of corporate interiors. To fulfill her design aim of expanding her client base globally, Colacion opened her eponymous firm, Colacion Studio, and has successfully designed residences, yachts and corporate offices the world over—from California to Europe to Asia to the Middle East. “To cater to my particular client base, you need to have a broad perspective of the design world; and that includes fashion, art, current events and a keen understanding of past design influences,” she says.

Colacion spearheaded the design of this internationally acclaimed 55,000-square-foot corporate headquarters. Featuring contemporary furnishings and an innovative, light-filled interior, this dynamic professional environment is both functional and elegant.

This beautifully appointed Moroccan-inspired family room celebrates the bold usage of red, softened by off-white textiles and furnishings. Modern art and two Deco-inspired lounge chairs bring international flair to this inviting space.

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A crystal chandelier illuminates artisan Frank Pollaro’s reproduction of this museum-quality dining table by Deco master Emile JacquesRuhlmann. Chairs upholstered in 1920s Japanese-inspired obi textile complement the intimate dining area.

“I have developed trusted relationships with my clients and vendors all over the world. I cherish these relationships because they allow me to create unique spaces that reflect an eclectic mix of the best.” –YVONNE COLACION, OWNER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGN LEAD

This master bedroom is grand yet intimate, featuring a brass chandelier, bedside tables by J. Robert Scott and handcrafted bedside lamps fabricated from brass rods. The space is calm with tones of ivory, chocolate and pale indigo, as well as rich tactile details.

French Riviera-based M/Y 360°, Colacion Studio complemented the flybridge’s sunbathing lounge with soft, lush textiles and handsome Gleyn Peter Machin dining chairs. The award-winning interiors recalls the glamour of the 20’s with a modern twist.

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ADDRESS 8323 Melrose Avenue West Hollywood, California CONTACT 323.852.1912 info@plushhome.com WEBSITE ninapetronzio.com NINA PETRONZIO CHIEF FURNITURE AND INTERIOR DESIGNER

WHAT ARE THE KEY INFLUENCES IN YOUR WORK TODAY? Fashion, fabrics, architecture, classic forms and color combinations found in nature. Every project is different, but I always strive to provide them with an understated elegance. HOW DO YOU DEFINE A SUCCESSFUL PROJECT? Happy clients resulting from us finishing on budget and on schedule with little drama and without one thread of compromise to aesthetics or quality. WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON NEXT? I have been named the resident designer and furniture manufacturer for the Montage Beverly Hills Hotel. We have a lot of amazing updates planned for this coming year.

PLUSH HOME BY NINA PETRONZIO Known for her elegant, classic-contemporary designs, Nina Petronzio tailors each of her projects to suit the individual tastes of every client. “I am constantly inspired by my clients’ personal tastes and interests, and pride myself on being able to express their individuality through my eyes.” Nina’s award-winning firm has established its niche in the design world by creating classic and inviting spaces that have her trademark touch of understated elegance. Co-Founder of Plush Home Inc., a full-service interior design firm and furniture manufacturing line based out of its Melrose Avenue showroom in West Hollywood, California, Nina has an international clientele which ranges throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. In March of 2012, Nina was named as the resident designer for the Montage Beverly Hills Hotel, where her celebrated £10 project was awarded “Best Bar in the World” honors by luxury travel network, Virtuoso. While each of her projects varies in style and usage, the one constant is a classic yet updated sensibility, a loyalty to clean lines, and a choice of exquisite materials. Daughter of renowned sculptor Robertino Petronzio, she cites her European roots and artistic family background as a basis for her work.

Enchanted by the Canyon views, Nina envisioned the lower corridor to be an elegant and gracious breezeway where the homeowner’s would walk dinner guests to their swimming pool and show them the sweeping vista of Los Angeles at night.

Paired with a minimalist double pedestal dining table, Nina’s acclaimed Plush Home Park Avenue chairs offer architectural interest and are scaled perfectly to allow the stunning view to remain the centerpiece for the dining area.

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When a musician from the Midwest returned to Los Angeles, a tri-level property on a particularly panoramic stretch of Mulholland Drive caught his eye. The new homeowner enlisted Nina Petronzio to re-face the house and make it much more handsomely detailed and true to form.

“I become inspired through my client’s personal tastes; I take pride in being able to express their individuality through my own eyes.” –NINA PETRONZIO, CHIEF FURNITURE AND INTERIOR DESIGNER

Accustomed to staying in the finest luxury hotels in the world, this client wanted to create the same stylishness and amenities in their master bedroom suite that they would experience in a 5-star hotel room.

All furnishings are bespoke from Nina’s Plush Home collection and can be seen and purchased from her flagship Melrose Avenue showroom. Wood species vary from mahogany to wenge to macassar ebony, and are offered in varying finishes and sheens.

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ADDRESS 926 North La Cienega Boulevard Los Angeles, California CONTACT 310.659.9290 info@hollywoodsierra.com WEBSITE hollywoodsierra.com PETER D. GRISDELA, OWNER AND CERTIFIED KITCHEN DESIGNER (CKD) GERRY BROSS, OWNER AND BUSINESS MANAGER

WHICH PROJECT HAS BROUGHT YOU THE MOST SATISFACTION? A recent project involving a high-profile client with discernable taste and a strict budget required the best possible use of our creativity. WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE TYPES OF STYLES TO WORK ON AND WHY? While we work in all styles and are comfortable with any creative challenge, I find transitional projects to be my favorite– especially when the client is onboard with the strategy from the very start. HOW WOULD YOUR CLIENTS CHARACTERIZE YOU? Our clients know that we pour our heart and soul into each project, spending as much time and energy as needed to fulfill their vision. As the project nears completion, our clients see us as friends.

HOLLYWOOD SIERRA KITCHENS Since 1988, Peter Grisdela, owner and CKD of Hollywood Sierra Kitchens, has focused his talent and passion on the most important room in the home—the kitchen. From talented designers interested in a professional opinion when it comes to their kitchen, to savvy consumers to overwhelmed homeowners, Grisdela and his team work seamlessly with every type of client. “Our best projects happen when we work closely with our clients,” states Grisdela. “No client should feel alone in this process, which is why we encourage open communication and a free flow of ideas and expectations.” With Hollywood Sierra Kitchens, clients quickly learn the three essential elements of kitchen design—uncompromised design and technical planning; the highest quality products with superior fit, finish and durability; and a personalized design that greets the client’s aesthetic in terms of taste, form and function. By adhering to this disciplined approach, Grisdela maintains his reputation for the highest quality work, tailored to the visions of his clients while being consistently fresh and unique. “There are certain design elements I bring to each project, but they are flexible enough to meet the criteria of our clients’ lifestyle needs and creative discretion.” As described by his clients, Grisdela and the Hollywood Sierra Kitchens team offer a personalized, friendly demeanor and undying spirit for tailoring the highest quality craftsmanship to the distinct tastes of each homeowner.

This waterfall metallic stone countertop over Bentwood cabinetry features higher toe kicks that create an illusion of increased space. Stone textures in the steam shower enhance the spa-like experience.

This project involved the remodeling of a loft in a historic building. Hollywood Sierra Kitchens used its Hollywood Sierra Kitchen Collection cabinetry to recreate the early 20th-century look of the original architecture.

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This project in La Jolla features Bentwood Luxury Kitchens cabinetry with unique hardware in warm walnut. This modern space with touches of Asian influences melds multiple textures of decorative glass, stainless steel and leathered black granite. Photography by Larny Mack Photography

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We strive to create beautiful spaces of the highest quality and lifelong client relationships based on respect and a mutual love for incredible kitchen design.â&#x20AC;?

In this bathroom, Hollywood Sierra Kitchens creates a fresh, modern space by using Graphite cabinetry, chrome fixtures, white countertops and a frameless, glass shower enclosure. The indoors and outdoors come together through white tiles on the walls and privacy screen.

This kitchen features a Francois and Co. hood, custom tile design, verde borgogna countertops, distressed walnut floors and Quality Custom Cabinetry in an artistic-glazed finish with details that complement this Holmby Hills estate. Photography by Erik Neldner

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ADDRESS 1399 Olympic Boulevard Santa Monica, California CONTACT 310.450.1000 info@snyderdiamond.com WEBSITE snyderdiamond.com RUSS DIAMOND PRESIDENT

SNYDER DIAMOND

WHAT IS YOUR CREATIVE PROCESS? I like to spend time in innovative retail environments, particularly in Europe, to get a feel for the displays, the light and environment—all the elements surrounding them that influence their well-being. HOW DO YOU THINK YOUR CLIENTS WOULD CHARACTERIZE YOU? Our business was founded on a principle of high integrity and remains dedicated to that principle today. We do whatever we can to ensure that our customers are completely satisfied with our products and our service. WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON NEXT? I continue to uncover the unknown treasures of our industry and ensure that our showrooms are constantly updated and well presented. We will start the remodel of our North Hollywood showroom this year.

In the 1960s, decorative bath products pioneer, Walt Diamond, set out to change the way designer professionals and homeowners viewed kitchens and baths. He believed that a kitchen and bathroom could be like any other room in the house; and that maxim shaped a widespread shift in design during the mid-20th century. Located in Southern California, with showrooms in Santa Monica, Pasadena and North Hollywood, Snyder Diamond is a progressive, design-forward firm steeped in tradition. Diamond’s vision and passion for the industry led to the introduction of European bathroom and kitchen product manufacturers in the U.S. marketplace. In fact, Snyder Diamond was the first U.S.-based customer for many of Europe’s most esteemed companies, including Dornbracht. Today, the legacy of Snyder Diamond continues as Diamond’s son, Russ Diamond, serves as president. He, like his late father, is committed to advancing the kitchen and bath industry and applying a solutions-oriented philosophy to customer service. “We deal with customers who are involved in highly complex projects. Helping to conceive the interior details of those projects and then seeing them come together, from start to finish, is very satisfying,” says Diamond. With an eye toward modernity, Snyder Diamond addresses both function and form through showroom vignettes that bring all the elements of a kitchen and bath together. “Our industry has evolved where kitchen and bath products are not strictly utilitarian; but where form and function combined with technology integrate seamlessly to help simplify one’s lifestyle,” he says.

The Horizontal ShowerATT by Dornbracht offers spa-like relaxation for those inclined to recline. Six WaterBar sprays stimulate the entire body in choreographed scenarios to balance, energize, or de-stress.

Speaking to contemporary trends in kitchen design, designer Laurie Haefele carefully creates a juxtaposition of diverse elements and materials using all Miele appliances while still creating warmth that resonates with the rest of the interior. Design by Laurie Haefele of Haefele Design

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“Snyder Diamond has been the first in bringing many noted, new products to market. I’m prideful of the family name, as well as our history.” –RUSS DIAMOND, PRESIDENT

A Wood Stone Home oven will transform your outdoor space into an entertainment hub, which you will be proud to welcome others—whether for gourmet events or pizza parties. Design by Kathleen M. Zbacnik, ASID, of KZ Design Group

The Mr. Steam steam bath system transforms a bathroom into a wellness spa. Steam flows behind floor-to-ceiling glass panels while hand-laid tiles frame the new Mr. Steam iSteam control. The touchscreen control activates temperature, time, aroma, chroma and audio.

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open-minded. RUSTIC AND CHARMING. GLAMOROUS AND SLEEK. NO MATTER THE STYLE, THESE TWO ALLURING SPACES PROVE THAT DESIGN IS MOST AUTHENTIC WHEN IT PERFECTLY REFLECTS ITS OWNER. WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY

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HOME PLATE IN THIS CONNECTICUT HOME, THE MARRIAGE OF NATURAL LIGHT, AN O PEN LA YOUT A ND A PE RFE C T LY DI SPLAYED T ABL EW ARE COLLECTION MAKES FOR A NOSTALGIA-INDUCING KITCHEN.

etting out to renovate the kitchen of their cottage-style home in New Canaan, Connecticut, a couple didn’t have to search too far for their muse. With Dutch and Belgian heritages, respectively, the husband and wife instinctively harked back to the enchanting

aesthetics for which their native lands are revered. “We wanted to make sure that we retained a very cozy, vintage European vibe, like that of an old bakery, for instance,” homeowner and designer Tessa Neleman-Pimontel explains. Another check off their wish list was to keep the space open (notice the pared down cabinetry; the simple ceramic subway tiling by the Bertazonni hood and stove; uninterrupted counter space), organized and flooded with light while retaining a sense of genuineness. “This kitchen adds an instant feeling of authenticity to our home,” she says. “It works out well as an open space time together. Every afternoon, the low-setting sun pours in, which adds to the whole mood we were aiming to capture.”

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SCENE STEALER A LOS ANGELES DESIGNER PLUCKS HER STYLE CUES FROM THE SILVER SCREEN, RESULTING IN A DRAMATIC BATHROOM AND CLOSET SUITE TAILORED TO SHINE.

hen a designer approaches a master bathroom suite with two specific inspirations in mind—the Ritz Paris (pre-renovation) and Carrie Bradshaw’s closet from the original

Sex and the City movie—the result is destined to be laden with glitz and theatricality. Such is the case for this opulent space that Estee Stanley dreamt up for a Beverly Hills client. “I wanted to make

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sure that my client used every square inch of her home, and that each space met her needs and represented who she was,” Stanley says. The resulting bathroom is a study in simple elegance, and the impact of letting just a few statement pieces have their moment in the spotlight: a sinuous freestanding Waterworks tub entices a leisurely soak; dreamy draperies in a blush tone coyly flirt with a coquettish portrait of Marilyn Monroe; two-tone marble floors are striking yet feel as if they’ve always been there; and finally, the crown jewel of the room, a polyhedron chandelier Stanley sourced from JF Chen in Los Angeles that would get the most pragmatic person’s pulse racing.

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CLOTHES QUARTERS What’s a designer to do when a client’s existing closet space simply isn’t sufficient for their wardrobe? Well, you relocate the master bedroom and transform the remaining space into a dressing room fit for a Rodeo Drive boutique, of course. “I like to think of closets as a fun playroom for women, so I try to make them big enough where you can have friends come over, hang out and play dress up,” Stanley says. “This typically calls for a seating area.” The designer brought in a custom chaise that offers her client (and her client’s fortunate guests) a place to sit and ponder the day’s sartorial decisions, while an antique rug from Lawrence of La Brea complements sleek custom cabinetry. “This is one of my favorite designs I’ve done,” Stanley says. “It’s every woman’s dream.”

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I am blessed with appreciative clients who consider me a creative talent with a sense of humor and perfectionist approach to fulfilling the ambition behind each project.

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Los Angeles - The Hamptons - New York City - Aspen Los Angeles 310.273.1855  New York City 917.521.5011 donna@dlivingstondesign.com  donnalivingstondesign.com Timeless, sophisticated and inviting only begin to describe the portfolio of Donna Livingston, CEO of Donna Livingston Design. For more than 30 years, Livingston has transformed residential and commercial spaces with rich, layered textures, colors and fabrics, influenced by her love of travel, history and appreciation for art. An award-winning leader within the interior design industry, Livingston offers her clients a unique vision through an intimate understanding of their design goals. Her full-service design firm embraces projects of all proportions, completing each with an intricate attention to detail that can only be achieved through undying client commitment and a fervor for perfection.

“Sophisticated livability is the way I create interior spaces. Intricately detailed, yet workable for everyday life.” This antique Buddha is very special to me and has been an important part of each of my homes throughout the years. Part of her appeal to me is that she is a very strong woman.

My love of fine art is a passion. This modern Frank Bowling painting from his Pour Series shows the artist’s energy; and in turn, this painting transfers his energy to this beautiful interior space I designed in The Hamptons.

This photo is a dining room I designed in Beverly Hills. It embodies all of the elements that I am passionate about: art, antiques and a special place for family gatherings.

How would your clients characterize you?

How do you define a successful project? Success is when I see the “wow” on a client’s face when our mutual collaborative vision comes together after the installation.

What are your favorite hobbies? My favorite hobbies are also my source for relaxation, all in the name of staying focused. These include yoga, entertaining friends and family, hiking, biking and traveling as much as possible.

What is one thing your clients would be shocked to know about you? Something that not only shocks my clients, but also still shocks me, is my departure from modeling in New York City to become a social worker in the Bronx for four years. Those years helped me learn how to listen, which is important in interior design in order to execute a client’s wishes.

What do you like most about your job? The evolution of design is nonstop. It's refreshing to see new, exciting products and thrilling to integrate each new innovation into my projects.

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“Mogul is our take on modern day Hollywood, dramatic with a strong, sophisticated edge.” — NEAL WAGNER, INTERIOR DESIGNER

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Mogul puts their spin on a Trousdale home reimagined by architect James Schmidt. Sunset Plaza sectional upholstered in pewter by Mogul, Bronze cubes by Hudson, positive negative paintings by street artist RETNA.

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“ Whether the client is 20 or 60, we want them to walk into the room and just exhale and think: I love everything in this room. I want to be in this room. I want to live in this space.” — THOMAS PISCITELLO, INTERIOR DESIGNER

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“ We have a unique take on our product mix, and the pieces we shop for are very exclusive to us. You won’t see what our clients have in anyone else’s home.” — NEAL WAGNER

Bedroom setting designed by Mogul uses their Las Palmas bed and Skin Patch pillows and linens, bedspread by Gucci. Also shown are vintage mirrors and selenite table lamps.

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ENTRÉZ-VOUS INTERIOR DESIGNER JOE LUCAS WORKED HIS DESIGN MAGIC, CREATING A GRAPHIC GALLERY WALL WITH PAPERS ENVISIONED AS WORKS OF ART.

Los Angeles designer and one half of Harbinger LA, Joe Lucas created an entryway to remember using the sleekest fall wallcoverings. A “sucker for a salon-style wall,” Lucas began his dynamic scene with artist Sharon Lee’s debut line as his anchor. “The chic gray-and-saffron combo of Lee’s Chrysanthemum design caught my eye instantly,” he says. Building from there, Lucas approached many of the papers as he would art. “Kelly Wearstler’s provocative new Crescent design is a recent obsession, so it needed to be framed. And the sculptural Weitzner paper lent itself to being floated in an acrylic box, earning the focal point position in the space.” From a Holland & Sherry-clad flowerpot and a Wearstler-wrapped lampshade to an Innovationsupholstered stool, Lucas reveals that wallpaper knows no boundaries.

Clockwise from top right: Channels in Ebony/Ivory, Groundworks; leejofa.com. Studs & Stripes in Yellow on Graphite Manila Hemp; phillipjeffries.com. Groove-V Out of Sight Type II Vinyl in Green-eyed Monster; mayaromanoff.com. Troubadour in Metallic on Peacock Blue; thibautdesign.com. Opposite, clockwise from bottom left: Lochwood by Nina Campbell; osborneandlittle.com. Chrysanthemum in French Grey, Sharon Lee Studio; harbingerla.com. Kyle SX7775; yorkwall.com. Crescent in Ebony/Gold and Feline in Grey/Black, Groundworks; leejofa.com. Vinyl Mirror Mirror in Bronze Beauty; phillipjeffries.com. Cumulus in Coconut Shell; weitznerlimited.com. Arabesque in Chartreuse, Crezana Design; johnrosselliassociates.com. Mockado WP1027, Grenfell WP1040 and Grenfell WP1042, Holland & Sherry; harbingerla.com. St. Tropez in Nickele; innovationsusa.com.

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“There are so many incredible collections out there now that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to not wallpaper every inch of each project, and I couldn’t be happier for this material’s intrepid comeback.”

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Naturally lured by wallcoverings that possess an assured straight-lined disposition, interiors devotee Sara Ruffin Costello unexpectedly found herself swept away by the season’s more abstract offerings. “I was drawn to patterns that appear out of focus; especially those peachy, warm tones,” she explains. “They feel less expectant than chevron or stripes (which I love) that continue to pop up each year.” After reveling in a veritable trove of papers, Costello sought to create a sunburst, turning to London-based moldings manufacturer Solomon & Wu for a bit of architectural encouragement. “The plaster moldings were a structured counterbalance to the loose, dreamy quality of the papers, and the dynamic sunburst shape has an artistic character to it, like a patterned color wheel.”

S U N B U R S T A N D P O R T R A I T : PA U L C O S T E L L O .

“There are no rules when it comes to wallpaper. It’s intuitive. When using a lot of papers, I strive for a strong whole-house narrative, picking up colors and themes from room to room.”

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CASE STUDY GEOMETRICS AND BOLD PRINTS WERE THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND THIS SOPHISTICATEDLY CLAD BOOKCASE ORNAMENTED BY INTERIOR DESIGNER PHILIP GORRIVAN.

“There is so much to be excited about when it comes to wallpaper,” exclaims New York-based interior designer Philip Gorrivan, who’s heralded his longstanding love affair with the material throughout his design career. His studious composition began with an unadorned bookcase that, according to the designer, left much to be desired. Presented with the latest lines, Gorrivan cloaked the back of the shelves with a subtle yet striking Farrow & Ball stripe and developed groupings of covered books in stylized vignettes, each layer telling its own story. “Dedar’s new boldly hued geometrics alongside Clarke & Clarke’s punchy floral patterns

“I tend to gravitate toward geometrics or patterns that aren’t so directional. I love products that are fearlessly gutsy. It’s fun to create a little tension in a space by introducing a wallpaper that appears to completely break all the rules.”

Clockwise from top: Bookcase lining, Lattice BP 3503; farrow-ball.com. George in Grey; jonathanadler.com. Birds; kremelife.com. Jackson in Indigo; romoblack.com. Flower in Japhet; wolfgordon.com. Opposite: Bookshelves, top to bottom, left: Wow Indigo; dedar.com. Lattice BP 3505; farrow-ball.com. Floribunda in Magenta; clarke-clarke.com. Lattice BP 3502; farrow-ball.com. Bookshelves, top to bottom, right: Papillion in Chartreuse; clarke-clarke.com. Ray Cedre and Wow Sabbia; dedar.com. Bookshelf doors: Madras in Shanti, Crezana Design; johnrosselliassociates.com. Book on table: Soho Square in Sand, Crezana Design; johnrosselliassociates.com.

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or designer Joelle C. Nesen, coming from Portland, Oregon, to work on a house in Rancho Santa Fe for a couple looking to spend more time in a warmer clime came with a particular appeal. “It was exciting to think of doing something different

from the norm to such a classic California structure,” Nesen says of the residence, which blends Early California and Mexican Colonial styles. “But we still wanted to stay true to the house.” The project also came with a particular challenge. The wife, who searched the area on the recommendation of a friend, had fallen in love with the house. Her husband, on the other hand, still needed convincing. “My style is clean and classic, but my husband has much more modern tastes,” says the wife. Unfazed, Nesen proposed combining the two sensibilities. “Since the wife already loved the house,” Nesen explains, “we wanted to create a much cleaner, lighter design for the husband.”

Ironies chairs from the Michael Folks Showroom in Seattle surround a traditional table in the dining room, where a sculptural chandelier by Emanuel Morez plays off the ceilingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wood beams.

In 1999, builder Jeff Holcombe—part of the Holcombe family associated with building area homes in this popular vernacular since the 1970s—designed and constructed the house with and for his parents, Bob and Donna Holcombe. “We built several homes like this one in Rancho Santa Fe, and it’s the only style we focused on,” says Holcombe. Appropriately, he was enlisted to work with Nesen on the interior changes to the house. “It’s flattering to be contacted by new owners to do remodels or additions,” he says. “We’re very fortunate to stay in the loop.” In addition to keeping within the parameters of the Rancho Santa Fe Protective Covenant, which sets standards for everything from window placement to trim styles, Nesen, working with lead designer Allie McGory, was also sensitive to the home’s classic architecture when it came to making changes. “It was crucial to maintain the integrity of what Jeff had designed,” she says.

Top left: One of the family’s dogs stays cool on the home’s original Saltillo tile floor in the main hall, where slender yellow vases adorn a niche. Top right: Lotus, a 1978 abstract painting by Richard Saba, hangs in the dining room.

Openings were enlarged and iron railings were added to the veranda, where custom lanterns by Gearhart Ironwerks of Gearhart, Oregon, hang above sitting and dining areas. Vintage McGuire chairs surround a table from Dos Gallos, and the sofas are from Restoration Hardware.

A variety of potted plants from Tony + Michael in Portland add a lush green element to a long enclosed courtyard, which opens to the main hall and the master bedroom. The arched door leads out to the driveway.

Although key materials, such as hickory and terra-cotta tile flooring, and architectural features, such as arched doorways and structural Douglas fir beams, remained untouched, an emphasis was placed on opening up specific spaces. In the kitchen, Nesen repainted existing cabinetry with a whipped cream white (the same color she used throughout the house) and enlarged an opening connecting it with the adjacent dining room. “We wanted to make it fresh, clean and unified,” says Nesen, who also had stucco half-walls replaced with iron railings on the veranda. Against the freshly painted backdrop, which allowed the dark wood detailing to pop, the designer merged classic furnishings with contemporary pieces for a more modern aesthetic. “Every room is a blend of old California and clean-lined luxury,” says Nesen, who

On either side of a kitchen window, built-in shelves, a common feature in Mexican kitchens, keep glassware within easy reach. Bright vessels offer an orderly pop of color to the neutral palette.

paired custom sofas with zigzag-patterned pillows in the living room and used “heavy textures like the rug to balance the scale of the house.” In the dining room, she contrasted a sculptural Emanuel Morez resin-and-bronze chandelier with an imposing wood table that the previous owner had custom-made for the room. An exception to the overall light-hued theme is the master bedroom, where chocolate-colored walls are softened with cream-toned furnishings and heavily embroidered draperies. “That element really connected the classic to the contemporary,” says Nesen. “It’s traditional embroidery but with a young, Bohemian pattern.”

Stretches of fresh white cabinetry and hickory plank flooring give the kitchen a clean graphic base for modern pieces, such as the ownersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Warren Platner table and Norman Cherner chairs. The custom light fixture is by Gearhart Ironwerks.

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In the verdant yard, landscape designer Josh Soto put in a diverse mix of plantings along with fruit trees and 100-year-old olive trees. He bordered a serene swimming pool with flagstone pavers and Irish moss.

A luxurious bed by A. Rudin stands against the chocolate-hued walls of the master bedroom. The custom bench from Mad Furniture is upholstered with suede by Edelman Leather, and embroidered drapery fabric by Donghia lends a rich layer to the space. The bedside cabinets are by Ironies.

Schumacher’s Queen of Spain wallpaper defines a powder room, where a custom console fabricated by Gearhart Ironwerks is topped with a custom slab from Alpha StoneWorks in Portland. The sconces are from The Urban Electric Co., and a custom mirror is from Lara Sydney Framing Gallery, also in Portland.

Taking advantage of the region’s mild climate, the house’s large veranda functions as a year-round outdoor living-dining room. The alfresco space overlooks a meticulously landscaped yard, where layers of lavender, creeping fig, magnolia, succulents and other greenery surround an inviting swimming pool. “There’s an eclectic mix of plants that work in beautiful harmony together,” notes landscape designer Josh Soto. “There’s always something blooming.” With its new contemporary slant, the classic house turned out to be a perfect fit for the owners. “We started with an amazing property,” says the wife, “but everyone involved contributed to improving the vision. It turned out so much better than we ever imagined.” L

architecture Paul Williger, Appleton & Associates, Inc. interior design Philip Nimmo, Philip Nimmo & Company, Inc. home builder Tyler Udall and Andy Ggem, Tyler Development Corporation landscape architecture Dana White, Clark and White Landscape bedrooms 4

bathrooms 6

square feet 10,000

STORY LINES A SKILLED TEAM CRAFTS AN ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN NARRATIVE FOR A

TUSCAN-STYLE RESIDENCE THAT SPINS AN EPIC TALE ON THE MALIBU COAST. W R I T T E N B Y JORG E S. A RAN GO

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The entry of a Malibu residence by architect Paul Williger and designer Philip Nimmo showcases metalwork fabricated by Perez Brothers Ornamental Iron Works. Opposite top: A formal motor court leads to the entrance. Opposite bottom: An antique Chinese chest from Charles Jacobsen Inc. marks the entry gallery.

ertain rules govern any good novel: It must be peppered with interesting characters; descriptive imagery should evoke a strong sense of place; and the plot should unfold with plenty of twists and turns, building suspense as the

story moves toward its dramatic resolution. One couple and their design team seemed to keep that narrative approach in mind throughout the creation of a gracious Italian-style residence on the Malibu coast. The protagonists were an entrepreneur, his wife and their teenage child. And setting the plot in motion: a series of trials even Homer’s Odysseus might have found daunting. First, the voluminous size of the new structure would require designer Philip Nimmo to embark upon a quest for not one, but many, holy grails. He and the wife began shopping before even breaking ground. “The things the clients collected were very eclectic,” says Nimmo, “but they serendipitously went together.” It took more than a year—and countless antiques galleries, flea markets, showrooms and art adviser Patsy Wolf Buckly—to expand that delicately calibrated aesthetic.

When it came to the structure itself, the couple had clear ideas of the direction it should take. They met with architect Paul Williger—who has spent two decades working alongside Appleton & Associates founder Marc Appleton on projects recognized for their sensitive contextual style—and asked for a home reminiscent of a Tuscan farmhouse with old-world charm. Also, says Williger, “they wanted to be able to walk through the front door and see the Queen’s Necklace.” Wanting to add a few surprising layers to the story before embracing its climactic scene—that legendary coastline view stretching from Santa Monica to Point Dume—Williger oriented the structure to frame the Pacific, but sited it so that as the owners approach the ocean-side façade, they are redirected through two one-story garage pavilions, a motor court and then a lush entry garden. “Your attention is taken

Williger framed poignant views of the Pacific through custom steel French doors by Steelworks Etc. in the living room. Nimmo appointed the airy space with custom sofas and a chandelier from Bourgeois Bohème. Left: Victorian chairs from Ralf’s Antiques stand in the room’s colonnaded periphery.

The distinctive dining room ceiling features antique terra-cotta brickettes laid in a herringbone pattern between reclaimed beams. Linen-covered 19th-century chairs surround an oak trestle table, all from Lucca Antiques, and the string painting is by Emil Lukas from Sperone Westwater in New York.

away from the ocean,” explains Williger, who designed the residence and served as the firm’s principal-in-charge, “so that when you enter the house and experience the primary rooms, the view is rediscovered.” In addition to the careful siting, working with materials and proportions that felt authentic was crucial. “A lot of people build Mediterranean-style houses that don’t look right because they get the proportions and finishes wrong,” explains the husband. Williger scaled the structure so that “it’s convincing, without being overwhelming,” says the architect, who also “built patina into the house” by using recycled terra-cotta roof tiles, antique pavers and about 140 reclaimed barn timbers. Comically, the mason laying the pavers began discarding any with imprints of chicken feet and other fowl. “We said, ‘What are you doing? Those are the best ones!’ ” recalls Williger, who gave them pride of place at the kitchen threshold.

Reclaimed barn beams from Vintage Timberworks accent a custom kitchen featuring open zinc shelves and marble walls. A granite countertop from Walker Zanger crowns the wire-brushed oak island, which is inset with an antique Italian sink. The barstools are by Axis Furniture.

“WE MOVED WITH THE GRADES USING PATHWAYS THAT OPEN UP INTO DIFFERENT AREAS OF THE GARDEN.”

A pea gravel courtyard just off the dining room is appointed with an imposing stone table and garden finials. Stone columns capped with a wrought-iron arbor support are sheathed in greenery and delineate the entry progression.

Above: Furnishings from McKinnon and Harrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; duVal-Alexander line appoint a loggia off of the family room. Left: Landscape architect Dana White planted the hillside around the guest house with olive trees and Italian cypress.

Another test for our storytellers—in this case builder Tyler Udall and his superintendent Andy Ggem—was the husband’s request that the pool deck be level with the main floor. That meant constructing midway down the slope of the property. “It was a challenging site,” says Ggem, “but between excavating for the basement and the pool area and then building up retaining walls, we didn’t have to import or export any soil.” Now the infinity-edge pool looks out to the horizon, and east-facing rooms enjoy stunning views of the canyons as well as garden areas that slope away from the house. “We did not want to terrace the slopes,” explains landscape architect Dana White. “Instead, we moved with the grades using pathways that open up into different areas of the garden.” Inside, Nimmo arranged the furniture with an eye for breathing space and synchronicity with the vistas. “That view is so immense and pristine,” he says. “It would be odd to feel cluttered inside and have that expanse outside.” Keeping furniture profiles generally low also preserved the sense of longitudinal spread in the main rooms, particularly the living room, where the architect designed broad rather than tall groin vaults. “They enhance the relationship to the horizon,” says Williger. “And they don’t feel out of scale or like there might be cobwebs way up on the ceiling.”

A Moroccan rug from Mansour layers over antique terra-cotta tiles in the family room, which Nimmo furnished with custom linen-covered sofas. The leather club chairs, parchment-andbronze coffee table and the matching pendants are from Jean de Merry.

An antique French armchair covered with embroidered Indian fabric acts as a counterpoint to a parchment chest from Jean de Merry in the master bedroom. A Goccia table lamp from Nimmo’s own line complements a dramatic 19th-century Italian gilded shield from Blackman Cruz.

“The architecture, in its purity, allowed for creative license with the interior design,” says Nimmo. “Thus we could create this wonderful and whimsical mix.” Working within a neutral palette, Nimmo complemented the many antique pieces with modern accents such as starburst-shaped pendants from Jean de Merry in the family room and sculptural side tables from his own eponymous line in the master bedroom. As in any good story, challenges are conquered, friendships forged and the protagonists stay with you long after the last page. “It’s not contrived at all,” Nimmo says of the home. “The personalities of the owners truly come out.” L

A custom iron bed upholstered with Fortuny fabric anchors the master bedroom, where Nimmo converted a vintage Chinese chest into a pop-up TV cabinet. The designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cruz drinks table pairs with a sofa from Lucca Antiques, and the rug is from Kreiss.

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK JOHNSON

hen Paul Jennings and Adrienne Grant were looking for a house in Brentwood, they knew just what they wanted. “An indoor-outdoor lifestyle was our priority,” says Grant, who notes

they also hoped for traditional architectural details and cozy textures within a sensibility that conveyed “the cheerfulness and playfulness of West Coast living.” The house they found was ideally situated to meet those goals, with its west-facing backyard and expansive views, but the structure itself was not ideal. The couple decided to have it razed, and they called on architect Ken Ungar and designer Meg Joannides to start from scratch in creating the warm, welcoming house they envisioned. “They grew up on the East Coast and were fascinated with the idea of indoor-outdoor living,” Joannides says of her clients. “They craved that openness and light.” To create a structure that would begin to embrace those values, Ungar devised a layout in which the main rooms—the kitchen, breakfast area and family room—open to the rear yard. “We wanted to make the house feel like it was connected to the outdoors,” explains the architect. Within that flowing plan, Ungar designed rooms that would meet the family’s needs in terms of aesthetics and function. “I really wanted to emphasize proportion—all four walls and ceiling—to get the right feel,”

INTERIOR DESIGN Meg Joannides, MLK Studio ARCHITECTURE Ken Ungar, Ken Ungar Architect HOME BUILDER Roy Abbott, R.T. Abbott Construction, Inc. BEDROOMS 6

BATHROOMS 7

SQUARE FEET 9,350

Above: Designer Meg Joannides paired sofas from The Mews House with a chinoiserie coffee table from Dennis & Leen in the living room of a Brentwood house. Right: A wing chair from Dennis & Leen stands near a Baker chest.

says Jennings, a real estate developer. Ungar skillfully kept spaces feeling intimate by avoiding abnormally high ceilings that might make the rooms seem baronial, yet sized them to be spacious enough to accommodate the family’s many gatherings. “We wanted our house to be both a peaceful refuge and a welcoming, cheerful place to entertain,” Grant says. “We wanted every space to be inviting.” To make sure of that, Joannides used a palette of light neutrals punctuated with textures and pattern to play up the home’s sense of openness. “It was critical that we didn’t hinder that feeling with dark furnishings and fabrics,” explains Joannides, who designed the living and dining rooms—on either side of the foyer—to “coexist harmoniously.” A custom chinoiserie coffee table standing between linen-covered sofas in the living room speaks to the hand-painted wallcovering in the dining room. “That wall is quite important, as it’s seen from the foyer,” says Joannides. “It needed to make a statement.”

In the entry, high-gloss white wainscoting contrasts with a textured Thibaut grass-cloth wallcovering, which warms the voluminous space and lends character. A gilded mirror from Formations hangs above a custom console table from Dennis & Leen.

Above: Architect Ken Ungar gave the faรงade, clad in brick and stone, an asymmetrical appearance with a two-story gable offset by three gable dormers. Right: A pendant by Ironies hangs above a Gregorius Pineo table, which anchors the sunny breakfast nook. The armchairs are from Formations.

The kitchenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s white cabinetry, from CooperPacific Kitchens, frames a marble backsplash, Gaggenau ovens and a Wolf cooktop. The custom bar chairs, featuring rush seats and backs, are from The Mews House, and handblown glass lanterns from Alison Berger Glassworks suspend from overhead.

A loggia overlooking the lush backyard is comfortably appointed with furnishings from Janus et Cie. Landscape designer Andrea Scharff adorned the brick columns with climbing Zephirine Drouhin roses, and a swimming pool by Chris Doman Pools sits opposite an expansive lawn.

Above: Roman shades made with a whimsical Alan Campbell fabric crown the wife’s retreat, where nesting tables by Ironies stand in front of a custom sofa. Right: A powder room features an onyx countertop and a printed grass-cloth wallcovering by Phillip Jeffries.

In those spaces and throughout, the designer selected furnishings with strong profiles but kept the embellishments to a minimum. “The shapes might be traditional, but we didn’t goop up the forms with a lot of trimmings and welting,” Joannides says. “Everything has a fresh and clean but still luxurious feel to it.” Even the kitchen, which features the same marble on the countertops and backsplash, keeps things understated. “We didn’t want it to be overly ornate,” explains the designer, who worked with Cooper-Pacific Kitchens to create cabinets that would stretch up to the ceiling, drawing the eye to the ceiling’s tongue-and-groove detail. In addition to the kitchen’s tongue-and-groove ceiling, the home, which was constructed by builder Roy Abbott, also features coffered ceilings, wainscoting, crown moldings and other elegant millwork. The architecture’s traditional sensibility belies the state-of-the-art technology that lies underneath. “We incorporated a Savant audiovideo system,” says Abbott. “It’s an advanced automated system, and it runs the whole house—the lighting, the pool and the spa.”

Dressed with a bright coral-pink fabric, Saarinen chairs pull up to a marble-topped Saarinen table, both by Knoll and purchased from Jules Seltzer Associates, to provide a spot for projects. The artwork is from Hollyhock.

The property’s landscape, which was originally designed and installed by landscape contractor Ronald M. Hamamoto, adds an enveloping last layer. Recently, the couple brought in landscape designer Andrea Scharff to enhance the grounds with more than 600 new plants. “We tried to provide some sculptural aspects to the beds and give them more fullness,” says Scharff. “We also added an extra dimension of aroma with scented flowers like Zephirine Drouhin roses as well as Eden roses.” Just as the couple had hoped, the house offers tailored yet comfortable interiors and an easy connection with the outdoors. “It makes a cohesive statement,” says Joannides. “There is a great flow between spaces, and all of the rooms are inviting. None of them give the impression that you aren’t welcome to come in, relax and enjoy.” L

The light-filled master bath was designed to be an elegant spa-like sanctuary. Gary Hutton Furniture custom mirrors, featuring brushed stainless steel and Swarovski crystals, hang above his-and-her vanities on opposite walls. The large Zuma tub is fitted with Waterworks fixtures, and the light fixture is by Jehs + Laub.

The guest bedroom, sporting a palette perched halfway between masculine and feminine, features a canopy bed by Ironies and custom white-lacquer bedside tables from The Mews House. The views are framed by ripple-fold draperies made with a Home Couture textile from Quadrille.

COASTAL CRESCENDO A LAGUNA BEACH HOUSE IS REIMAGINED WITH A CONTEMPORARY STYLE AND RICH TEXTURES THAT MAKE THE MOST OF ITS DRAMATIC OCEAN SETTING. W R I T T E N B Y JO A N N E F URIO

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INTERIOR DESIGN Gary Finley, Gary Finley Interiors, Inc. HOME BUILDER Chris Gallo, Gallo Builders, Inc. BEDROOMS 4

ARCHITECTURE Mark Singer, Mark Singer Architects, Inc.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Richard Leyva and Rich Wilde, Leyva & Wilde, Inc. BATHROOMS 6

SQUARE FEET 3,800

ary Finley compares his role as an interior designer to a set designer in that “I set the stage for living well. I like to create rooms that allow the personalities of the owners to color the spaces.” However, in the case of a

recently completed residence in Laguna Beach, he also had to account for the dramatic presence of the Pacific. “The ocean provided the main focus,” says Finley, who has offices in Laguna Beach and Vail Valley, Colorado. “So I aimed to create a very relaxed and restful environment.” Reaching that goal began with transforming the existing clapboard beach house into something more worthy of its impressive setting on the coastal bluffs. Even though his clients had never lived in a contemporary house, Finley suggested architect Mark Singer, who is known for a modern California style that emphasizes natural materials like wood and stone. “They realized that a building with large areas of glass looking out to the ocean would lend itself to a contemporary style,” Finley says.

A limestone wall and central staircase, featuring bronze-and-glass railings, anchor the entry gallery of a Laguna Beach house by interior designer Gary Finley and architect Mark Singer. The painting is by Luc Leestemaker, and the glass sculpture is by Robert Kaindl.

In the open living area, a Hudson Furniture table backs up against a John Boone sofa. Finley grounded the space with a wool-and-silk rug, from Vera Zaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;arour Design, in a custom pattern that mirrors the rolling surf in the distance.

Arriving at that ocean view proved crucial to Singer’s approach. “Previously, the entry door was abruptly located on the courtyard,” he says. “A procession needed to be carefully designed to carry the observer to the place where the ocean is revealed.” To that end, Singer created two successive limestone colonnades. One stretches along a separate garage structure and ends in a lush private courtyard, where a second one continues to the main house to reach its crescendo, the view. When it came to the main house, walls were repositioned, a second floor was added to accommodate a master suite, and Singer sheathed the new rectilinear forms with a warm-toned plaster. Inside, the breathtaking panorama is fully exposed in the newly created great room, where the architect took down walls separating the kitchen, living and dining areas and enlarged a skylight above. “Each of the spaces share views of the sea, sky and beach from different vantage points,” explains Singer. To emphasize the sleek lines throughout, builder Chris Gallo installed shadow lines, a labor-intensive recessed detail found wherever walls meet the ceiling or floors. Gallo says creating such clean-lined interiors is deceptively complex. “Everything has to be perfectly straight,” he says, “which makes the work so challenging and fulfilling.” Sensitive to the owners’ penchant for the traditional, Finley chose rift-cut white oak flooring instead of concrete, and in the guest bedrooms, linen drapery over the more modern look of vinyl blinds. “We merged a contemporary building with more traditional materials,” Finley explains. “I wanted the natural fibers and textures to add softness to the home without disturbing the lines of the structure.”

A limestone-wrapped island by Eggersmann USA provides a subtle delineation between the kitchen and the dining area. Mahogany Sutherland chairs surround a Hudson Furniture table with a walnut slab atop a custom base. The custom handblown glass-and-stainless-steel pendants offer a subtle nod to the water outside.

Singer designed a limestone colonnade that passes through the courtyard connecting a separate garage structure with the main house. Landscape architects Richard Leyva and Rich Wilde chose a mix of plants to give the courtyard a cottage-garden feel.

For the public rooms, the designer kept things visually “quiet” by using calming tones of green with blues and neutrals. In the living area, he designed a wool-and-silk rug with a motif that mimics the ripples of the surf and chose a silk floral fabric in a “stylized graphic pattern with a nod to traditional” to cover Holly Hunt chairs. Above the dining table, Finley hung custom glass pendants that offer “a bit of the color of the ocean at sunset,” without making a bold statement. In the adjacent kitchen, Finley, inspired by a visit to the New York showroom of Eggersmann USA, decided on a stone-wrapped island. He enlisted the company to build the island, which is lined on three sides with limestone, and the frosted-mirror cabinetry. “Since we had no wall to define the room,” Finley says, “the definition was accomplished by changing materials.” Landscape architects Richard Leyva and Rich Wilde complemented the clean lines of the house by combining flowering plants, including roses and bougainvillea, with sculptural succulents, such as agave and aloe, within the interior courtyard. “The idea was to juxtapose a cottage garden against the more contemporary architecture,” says Leyva. The new experience of living in a more modern environment has been well received by the owners. “Although their other houses are traditional,” says Finley, “they’ve been pleasantly surprised with how much they’re enjoying the relaxed lifestyle afforded by this edited-down contemporary home.” L

Finley set John Boone swivel chairs near the corner of the living area so they could face the room, the limestone fireplace or the floor-to-ceiling view. Opposite the steel-and-glass John Boone coffee table, Holly Hunt chairs are upholstered with a stylized silk Harlequin fabric.

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CHAIRS Ironies Michael Folks Showroom Seattle, WA 206.762.6776

CHANDELIER Emanuel Morez Inc. Northridge, CA 818.780.2787

CHAIR LEATHER C.C. Leathers Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada 416.462.4268

CHANDELIER Bourgeois Bohème Los Angeles, CA 323.936.7507

COFFEE TABLE Paul Ferrante Inc. Los Angeles, CA 310.854.4412

OTTOMAN Gibson Studio Los Angeles, CA 323.934.4248

A R C H I T E C T U R E Appleton & Associates, Inc. H O M E B U I L D E R Tyler Development Corporation I N T E R I O R D E S I G N Maison Inc.

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N Philip Nimmo & Company, Inc.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE The Landscape Guru

L A N D S CA P E A R C H I T E C T U R E Clark and White Landscape

BED A. Rudin Trammel-Gagné Seattle, WA 206.762.1511 BEDROOM LAMPS Visual Comfort & Co. Maison Inc. Portland, OR 503.295.0151 COURTYARD CONTAINERS & PLANTS Tony + Michael Portland, OR 503.504.6842 ENTRY CHAIRS C’est la Vie Encinitas, CA 760.944.5244

ENTRY RUG Kush Handmade Rugs Portland, OR 503.231.0700 HOME BUILDER Jeff Holcombe Rancho Santa Fe, CA 858.735.6569 INTERIOR DESIGN Maison Inc. Portland, OR 503.295.0151 KITCHEN PENDANTS Custom by designer Gearhart Ironwerks Gearhart, OR 800.738.5434 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE The Landscape Guru San Diego, CA 619.405.0540

LIVING ROOM ACCENT PILLOW FABRIC Clarence House Jennifer West Seattle, WA 206.405.4500 LIVING ROOM FLOOR LAMPS Arteriors Home Maison Inc. Portland, OR 503.295.0151 POWDER ROOM COUNTERTOP Alpha StoneWorks, Inc. Portland, OR 503.653.7884 VERANDA SOFAS Restoration Hardware Portland, OR 503.228.6226

ARCHITECTURE Appleton & Associates, Inc. Santa Monica, CA 310.828.0430

ENTRY CHEST Charles Jacobsen Inc. Culver City, CA 310.815.9250

BEDROOM RUG Kreiss Los Angeles, CA 310.657.3990

ENTRY DOOR Custom by architect Perez Brothers Ornamental Iron Works Panorama City, CA 818.780.8482

BEDROOM SHIELD Blackman Cruz Los Angeles, CA 323.466.8600 BEDROOM TABLE LAMP Philip Nimmo Jean de Merry Los Angeles, CA 323.655.9193 DINING ROOM TABLE & CHAIRS Lucca Antiques Los Angeles, CA 310.657.7800

FAMILY ROOM CHAIRS Jean de Merry Los Angeles, CA 323.655.9193 FAMILY ROOM RUG Mansour Los Angeles, CA 310.652.9999 HOME BUILDER Tyler Development Corporation Calabasas, CA 818.222.5925

INTERIOR DESIGN Philip Nimmo & Company, Inc. West Hollywood, CA 310.360.0969 KITCHEN FAUCETS Waterstone Snyder Diamond Santa Monica, CA 424.276.0939 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Clark and White Landscape Los Angeles, CA 310.453.3766 MILLWORK Eurotech Cabinets Oxnard, CA 805.983.4380

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WALLPAPER Gracie Jasper Showroom West Hollywood, CA 310.315.3028

LIGHT FIXTURE Gregorius Pineo Kneedler-FauchĂ¨re Los Angeles, CA 310.855.1313

TABLE Formations Los Angeles, CA 310.659.3062

FAUCET Dornbracht B & C Select Laguna Niguel, CA 949.362.8160

CABINETRY & ISLAND Eggersmann USA New York, NY 212.688.4910

PENDANTS Custom Gary Finley Interiors, Inc. Laguna Beach, CA 949.939.0088

A R C H I T E C T U R E Mark Singer Architects, Inc. A R C H I T E C T U R E Ken Ungar Architect

H O M E B U I L D E R Gallo Builders, Inc.

H O M E B U I L D E R R.T. Abbott Construction, Inc.

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N Gary Finley Interiors, Inc.

I N T E R I O R D E S I G N MLK Studio

L A N D S CA P E A R C H I T E C T U R E Leyva & Wilde, Inc.

ARCHITECTURE Ken Ungar Architect Westlake Village, CA 818.889.8786 BEDROOM LAMPS Jonathan Adler Los Angeles, CA 323.658.8390 CABINETRY Cooper-Pacific Kitchens West Hollywood, CA 310.659.6147 COUNTERTOPS Donatoni Construction Thousand Oaks, CA 805.371.3028 HOME AUTOMATION Savant Systems LLC & Vantage AB Audio Video Santa Monica, CA 310.453.8944

HOME BUILDER R.T. Abbott Construction, Inc. Simi Valley, CA 805.581.9043 INTERIOR DESIGN MLK Studio Los Angeles, CA 310.652.5255

LIVING ROOM CHEST Baker Los Angeles, CA 310.289.0074 LIVING ROOM SOFAS The Mews House West Hollywood, CA 310.621.5162

KITCHEN PENDANTS Alison Berger Glassworks Holly Hunt Los Angeles, CA 310.659.3776

MASTER BATHROOM LIGHT FIXTURE Jehs + Laub YLighting Walnut Creek, CA 866.428.9289

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Andrea Scharff Landscape Design Los Angeles, CA 310.562.1960

MILLWORK Bima Construction Gardena, CA 310.324.3222

Ronald M. Hamamoto Landscape North Hills, CA 818.891.0383

OUTDOOR FURNITURE Janus et Cie West Hollywood, CA 310.652.7090

APPLIANCES GE, Miele and Sub-Zero Renwes Sales Lake Forest, CA 949.586.3669 ARCHITECTURE Mark Singer Architects, Inc. Laguna Beach, CA 949.499.6244 ENTRY GLASS SCULPTURE Robert Kaindl Glass Art Redmond, WA 425.750.0003

INTERIOR DESIGN LIVING ROOM Gary Finley Interiors, Inc. LOUNGE CHAIRS Holly Hunt Laguna Beach, CA Los Angeles, CA 949.939.0088 310.659.3776 LANDSCAPE METALWORK ARCHITECTURE Metalworks Leyva & Wilde, Inc. Costa Mesa, CA Laguna Beach, CA 949.645.9361 949.376.4530 LIVING ROOM COFFEE TABLE John Boone, Inc. David Sutherland Showroom Los Angeles, CA 310.360.1777

HOME AUTOMATION Best Connected Systems LIVING ROOM LOUNGE CHAIR FABRIC Newport Beach, CA Harlequin 949.395.5285 Harsey & Harsey HOME BUILDER Laguna Niguel, CA Gallo Builders, Inc. 949.643.3395 Laguna Beach, CA 949.715.9874

MILLWORK Fineline Woodworks Inc. Costa Mesa, CA 714.540.5468 OUTDOOR TEAK FURNITURE Summit Los Angeles, CA 310.289.1266 STONEWORK Marble Solutions Inc. Laguna Beach, CA 949.376.4115

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DISTINCTIVE DÉCOR Designer Kara Mann creates impeccable interiors for clients from her hometown of Chicago to the glittering city of Dubai. When asked about her favored fashion designer, she exclaims “Hedi Slimane for Saint Laurent. He makes rocker chic elegant,” she continues, almost inadvertently describing her own signature style. In the dining room pictured here, the draperies are made from Missoni fabric, while the chandelier mimics the punk theme of this year’s Met Ball. Recently, Mann launched a collection of supple leather fabrics with Moore & Giles, citing things such as a vintage Gucci motorcycle jacket as inspiration. Not surprising then that she crowns leather her favorite “non-neutral” neutral. Q+A How has your personal style evolved over the years? It’s become more edited, more sophisticated and more simplified. What is one trend that you’d love to see go? As far as interior design, I’d be happy not to see any more overdyed rugs, and for fashion I’m fairly tired of asymmetrical hems.

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Infinite facets of aquamarine glass shimmer and shine in this classically formed vase. Century Vase, $3,895; moserusa.com

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What is your favorite fashion fabric to use in your design projects? Toyine Seller’s wovens. They are ridiculously chic.

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ADVENTUROUS PATTERNS, TAILORED LINES AND JUST THE RIGHT DOSE OF COLOR EQUAL A MODISH MASTERPIECE IN NEW YORK’S GRAMERCY PARK.

GENTLEMEN’S QUARTERS The living room of designer Robert Passal’s New York apartment, with its custom moldings and eclectic accessories, perfectly exhibits his aesthetic, self-described as “classic and tailored with a definitive edge.” Passal’s décor point of view effuses his personal style, although he believes “there is a vast difference between dressing yourself and dressing a room.” With interiors, “space, scale and functionality are all major factors,” he explains. Not one to shy away from color, Passal considers a wide range of shades to be the easiest way to incorporate fashion into the home, his favorite hue being aqua. “I’m often called a peacock,” Passal laughs, “which I’ll take as a chic term of endearment.” Q+A Do you ever use fashion fabrics in your design projects? I’m crazy for men’s suiting, especially gray flannel and cashmere chalk stripes used in upholstery. Do you side more with Chanel’s “remove one item before leaving the house” or Tony Duquette’s “more is more?” I fall somewhere in the middle, but the trick is knowing when to stop. Living with items you love, be it art, accessories or daily heirlooms, makes a house a home.

LIVING ROOM PHOTO: JOSHUA MCHUGH. PORTRAIT: JONATHAN BECKERMAN.

Favorite fashion designer? If I could cross-pollinate Tom Ford and Paul Stuart, I would turn one of my bedrooms into a walk-in closet.

“I’ve never been a fan of the ‘staged’ approach to decorating. Personal accessories can turn a mediocre space into a stunning home.”

Red coral resin with a maritime theme will cast a fiery glow in any setting. Diallo Chandelier, $3,000; arteriors.com

Made of solid wood and two-way hinges, this screen has a chic and functional appeal. Ventura Screen, $1,370; mgbwhome.com

Best style advice? “The only way to get what you really want is to let go of what you don’t want.”

Ikat fabric is enveloped with Lucite to create a stylish presentation. Madeline Weinrib Brindle Mor Tray, priced from $495; barneys.com

Get a handle on chinoiserie flair with a statement turquoise vase. Emissary Dragon Vase, $435; claytongrayhome.com

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NEUTRAL GROUND

SUBTLE PATTERNS, NOTEWORTHY SHAPES AND RICH TEXTURES TAKE CENTER STAGE IN A LAID-BACK CALIFORNIA LIVING SPACE.

INNATE STYLE Best known for a Hollywood-glam aesthetic in a mostly neutral palette, designer and shop owner Tobi Tobin believes that style comes from within, and as is the case with any tastemaker, she claims her tastes have evolved over the years. “I’ve come a long way from wearing preppy embroidered pants in Palm Beach,” she jokes. In her own Los Angeles living room, Tobin expertly layers creams, grays and wood tones, taking cues from Donna Karan—a favorite fashion designer. Her home also works as a place to try out new ideas for her eponymous shop on Sunset Boulevard, where she sells her own furniture collection among vintage pieces and signature candles. Q+A Best style advice? Style truly comes from within, but having the courage to live with it and express it to the world takes confidence. What’s your favorite unexpected neutral? Flax linen is a beautiful neutral, but only when paired with a range of other textures. How do you see fashion trends translated for interiors? Most often through color selection. As designers, we can’t help ourselves. Fashion and interiors have always gone hand in hand.

Black, cream and a hint of gold create an instant floral classic. Catalina Fabric in Onyx, $132 per yard; ralphlaurenhome.com

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A woodsy take on the tub chair is both comfortable and modern. Robinson Chair, $3,950; hunifordcollection.com

“Whether styling a room or an outfit, you should figure out what scale works for you. Great designers have a keen sense of proportions.”

This hand-cast solid brass antler is a glamorous alternative to taxidermy and adds elegance to its locale. Antler, $195; aerin.com

Iconic basket weave is seen here in form of a parchment shade. Pergamena Intrecciato Lamp, $10,800; bottegaveneta.com

PORTRAIT AND LIVING ROOM PHOTO: GREY CRAWFORD.

Who is your favorite fashion designer? I am a huge Donna Karan fan. She is incredibly talented and innately knows her brand.

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