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EDITOR’S LETTER CONTRIBUTORS INSPIRATION FOUND Venerable architect Zaha Hadid was an innovator with her use of creative forms; here, we pay homage to her legacy alongside a few other pioneers in the industry.
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VICTORIAN REVIVAL Overlooking lush vineyards, an 1889 house in Northern California is given a modern update without losing any of its historic charm. Written by Laura Mauk / Photography by Paul Dyer
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HISTORY REPEATING Meticulously executed details can be found throughout a late-19th-century Chicago row home, whose stylish, timeless and family-friendly rooms don’t detract from its architectural backdrop. Written by Tate Gunnerson / Photography by Cynthia Lynn
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ROOMS WITH A VIEW What began as a 19th-century manor on New York’s Shelter Island evolves into a modern vacation retreat designed for its water-loving occupants. Written by Shannon Sharpe / Photography by Zach DeSart
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Most memorable interview: I interviewed a couple who were high school sweethearts and had just built their Miami dream home. The design team created a space that was such a reflection of them, incorporating elements that evoked both their world travels and an indoor-outdoor feel, as well as adding a sound system for parties. The husband even designed some first-of-theirkind, remote-controlled gas lanterns, which are now on the market—a true passion project. What’s your design style? I like classic pieces with a sense of history, but I also appreciate clean lines without too much fussiness—and I’m definitely not someone to shy away from color. I have a tufted-velvet sofa in a lovely lime green. No regrets! Prized possessions: A gorgeous Tiffany-style stained glass lamp that my father made for me and an old doll that belonged to my grandmother, which my parents had restored as a birthday gift. I’d include my cat, Ariel, but she rules the roost, so she might object to being called a possession.
CYNTHIA LYNN Photographer / Chicago What type of design inspires you? I’m really fascinated with late19th-century architecture. However, my own personal taste is very modern. I just love when architects and designers marry the two. For example, when they choose to keep the façade of existing structures but completely modernize the living space, I think that’s just fantastic! Most interesting person you’ve ever met: My husband and I went truffle hunting in Alba, Italy, and met a truffle hunter and his dog, Gigi. He was absolutely fascinating—from the way he interacted with the dog to the history he upheld for the art of truffle hunting. It was as if he were a character written for a book. He also spoke very little English, so his enchanting personality transcended language barriers. It was one of my fondest memories, and I’m so grateful we were able to meet him. If I weren’t a photographer, I would… Run an animal rescue and rehabilitation center. I’m a huge animal person and have such a soft spot for dogs. I do what I can now by fostering, but I would love to do more someday.
JENNIFER SERGENT Writer / Washington, D.C. What do you find most enjoyable about design? I like that it’s so personal, like music. Designers can take the same fabrics and furniture (as musicians do with the same notes and scales) and combine them in limitless ways to express a point of view or mood. I see interior design as transformative for the psyche even more than for aesthetics. Prized possession: A chest my husband commissioned designer and furniture maker Caleb Woodard to make for me. The carved wood on the doors resembles woven ribbons. If money were no object, I would buy… A beach house in Fenwick Island, Delaware. I’ve vacationed there with my family since I was little, and it would be great to own something there.
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Favorite Luxe shoot: A penthouse in San Francisco I photographed that had views of the Transamerica building, through the dining room window, and the Golden Gate Bridge, out the living room windows. It was great! What’s intriguing you now in the world of design? I like that there’s so much room these days for innovation and experimentation. The Internet has democratized a lot of the design world, so small firms making thoughtful pieces can thrive alongside huge companies. Most fascinating person you’ve ever met: I sat next to an army doctor on a flight out of Boise who was on his way to Liberia to head up Ebola treatment centers at the peak of the epidemic. He had so much life experience, compassion and courage, as well as epic patience, as I peppered him with questions for two hours. Top three things on your design wish list: I would love to own a heated outdoor bench from Galanter & Jones for chilly California evenings, artwork by Lauren Spencer King, and a custom quilt from Counterpane.
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Share your recent decision to join Haworth and the Poltrona Frau Group. Well, it’s been a journey, but I wanted very much to ensure the future of my business: that when I’ve retired, to that great drawing board in the sky, my life’s work will be cared for and regarded with admiration and respect, and that I’ll have created a good, safe place for the people who have helped me get to where I am. Poltrona Frau is a great bastion of luxury furniture, and they’re super-respectful of the autonomy of their individual brands, so I feel honored to be the little sister of their group. They’re going to help us grow globally much quicker than I could have as a standalone company.
Is there anything you’ll miss about going at it alone? Truly, I was never really “alone.” When I was a little girl, my mother always said, “You can do anything.” I’ve lived with that in my head and heart, and she helped and encouraged me every step of the way. The best part about being independent for so long was that I got to prove my mother right. I’ve always made decisions based on my own feelings and my own definitions of what’s good or bad, so it might be challenging at first to be more collaborative and sensitive to other people’s visions, but Dario Rinero, Poltrona’s CEO, is a wonderful leader, and I’m confident we have a lot to learn from each other.
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What led you to tap Piero Lissoni to design an upcoming collection for Janus et Cie? I’ve been tracking him for a long time, and I just think everything he does is beautiful. He’s also a total character. Every time I look at Piero, I’m struck by his physicality: I want to draw him. He’s got this long, linear, Giacometti thing happening, and it’s in his drawings and product design, too. I trust the collection will be something very special and that it will be refined and long-lived—something where, 20 or 50 years from now, people will still say they want to buy pieces from the collaboration. How do you keep your creative mojo alive and well? I love to sketch. It helps me think—to take things out of my head and put them down on paper. I started drawing at a very young age, and I was hooked the moment I took my first art class. The instructor made us look at the model and draw without referencing the paper in front of us at all. It was kind of amazing to let your brain communicate directly with your fingers and the pen and to not be burdened by having to check in on yourself. It stuck with me. Today, I often keep a journal or a notepad when I travel; sometimes, I jot down ideas, and other times, I’ll paint a portrait or a chair—anything really. I’m extremely visual, and I edit the world in my own way every day.
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Antique neophytes and aficionados alike know that when it comes to seeking period pieces in Europe, the legendary Paris Flea Market is a beacon of uncovered treasures that is not to be missed. In any given direction of the décor haven, though, there is a bevy of insider-caliber antiques dealers and emporiums silently beckoning from the far corners of southern England, Holland, northern France and Belgium, where private residences (such as Axel Vervoordt’s storied castle) open their doors to welcome guests, by-appointment only, on the hunt for uncommon goods. Here, a collection of antique garden gnomes and neo-Gothic cathedral ceilings are as fair game as British Colonial case goods and Louis-era anything. What was once a sport for design-loving history buffs, and, let’s face it, your grandmother, is now much further reaching. “Antiques are being used more overall, but less in abundance,” notes Toma Clark Haines, CEO and founder of The Antiques Diva & Co., Europe’s largest network of antiques buying tours. “More people are seeking something authentic that their neighbor doesn’t have, including the younger generation. They are looking for experiences as unique as they are and want their homes to tell those stories through key pieces.” Haines, an American expat whose home base is in Berlin, offers a crucial piece of advice no matter how obscure or conventional your purchasing pursuits: “Buy with your heart. You may not know the difference between Louis XV and Louis XVI, but if you buy what you love, you can always learn about it later.” Taking her cue, we invite you to explore our robust list of must-shop European dealers and locales—we dare you to leave empty-handed.
Lorfords Antiques in Tetbury, England, houses 45 dealers in two repurposed World World II aircraft hangars.
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Lorfords Antiques Tetbury, England
Reason to go: For argument’s sake, Lorfords Antiques in Tetbury, England, has the best inventory in all of the U.K. and Europe. According to Haines: “It’s like you’ve taken the Paris Flea Market and picked out the top 10 percent of its decorative items and put them in one unexpected location.” What you’ll find: Owners Toby Lorford and Lesley Ferguson converted two World War II-era aircraft hangars, which currently house the wares of 45 dealers. It’s truly a one-stop shop where time seems to stand still (though quickly ticks away) while visitors scour every alcove and leave feeling like family. Their selection runs the gamut, including standouts like a signed 18th-century Swedish Rococo tragsoffa, late 18th-century French limestone wellhead and a pair of circa-1970s Ingo Maurer spring lamps.
Paul De Grande Snellegem, Belgium
Reason to go: Paul De Grande’s personal collection of over 10,000 antiques is reason enough to make a stop in Snellegem, Belgium. The pieces are effortlessly on display in his own home: a glorious property that greets you with marble sculptures and bronze busts set atop fluted pedestals. Just when you think you’ve seen everything De Grande has to offer on the ground level of his castle, you descend into the basement to uncover a labyrinth of goods. What you’ll find: The discoveries are wide in range: Meandering through the castle unveils cast-iron lion and unicorn andirons from the 19th century mingling fluently with a decorative carousel duck poised beside an unusual 18th-century country French vaisselier, while inlaid Chinese chairs inset with marble plaques in the backrest join 17th-century Flemish tapestries and Dutch carved coconut flasks. And as if the options in De Grande’s residence weren’t sufficient, there are voluminous warehouses a quick car ride away with a dizzying assortment of 16th- to 19th-century cupboards, vitrines, commodes, bureaus and even a life-size patinated zinc camel.
Jean-Philippe Demeyer Knokke-Heist, Belgium Reason to go: Jean-Philippe Demeyer takes obvious chances with his antiques picks, but trust us, it’s all good. The spaces in his moatencircled castle, well, one is more lavish than the next, fashioned with a cocktail of textures,
Clockwise from top: Paul De Grande’s warehouse space is a trove of antique goods. A quiet moment at Bie Baert’s personal home. You’ll find elegant historical pieces next door to the beautiful JVR108 guesthouse in Antwerp. The personality-filled sitting room at Jean-Philippe Demeyer’s Belgian home.
colors and peculiarities that all add up to a somehow melodious visual feast. What you’ll find: It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what will be available at Demeyer’s home on any given weekend, as the designer and antiques enthusiast buys whatever strikes his fancy. Nothing is off-limits, as Demeyer isn’t tied to any of the fantastic specimens he owns; in fact, he welcomes change, and observes pieces coming and going as an opportunity to hunt down more precious décor gems.
Bie Baert Brecht, Belgium
Reason to go: Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you’ll encounter a person and place that make you feel immediately at ease. Bie Baert is that person, and her charming cottage on the outskirts of Antwerp is that place. Like walking
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Clockwise from far left: Collected vignettes like this one are plentiful at Monique Relander’s shoppable home. Anouk Beerents’ charming shop in Amsterdam features a bevy of gilded mirrors. Truly unique finds are around every corner at Espace Nord Ouest. An antique clock at Lorfords Antiques.
into an old friend’s home (coffee and tea at the ready), Baert’s magnetic personality and collection will welcome you into her eccentric world, where a pair of distressed wooden penguins and a gilded papier-mâché boot holding an umbrella will leave you wondering why you didn’t already own such quirky things. What you’ll find: Antique garden gnomes, an anatomical model of a worker bee and a menagerie of wooden lay figures somehow seem obvious, filling every nook and cranny of Baert’s home. Your resting place for an espresso and a chat, a 14-foot-long table, made out of one solid piece of oak, is where you survey your surroundings and unexpectedly spot two perfectly worn red-leather Cassina chairs and a cheery bird-adorned plaster chandelier by Jacques Darbaud, circa 1990.
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Reason to go: Antiquing through Belgium could take a few days, and Philip Ver Hoeye and Frederick Aers’ luxury three-bedroom guesthouse in Antwerp is unquestionably an ultrachic place to rest. The best part? Most of the furnishings throughout the fully renovated historical mansion are for sale, as are all the finds next door at their dedicated antiques shop. What you’ll find: The lovely hosts of JVR108 recently acquired all the contents of Belgium’s famous Chateau Rozenhout, which means you can own an iconic piece from one of the great houses of Europe. Other offerings include keenly curated British, Italian, Swedish and Asian antiques that exemplify the couple’s exceptional tastes.
Monique Relander Schoten, Belgium
Reason to go: From the looks of Monique Relander’s home, “edit, edit, edit” is her mantra. An impeccable assortment of antique and vintage furnishings, lighting, tabletop and décor beckon you to roam through every room, taking in the crystal chandeliers, velvet scallop-edged settees, and oil works by Belgian artist Smaël Laurent. What you’ll find: Newly upholstered midcentury Italian armchairs, Swedish loungers and Louis XV-style caned dining chairs abound. A zebra-hide rug might lead your eye into another room where a marble-topped gueridon table with gilded swan adornments holds a Maison Charles pineapple lamp. A peek into her country kitchen, complete with a bifocals-wearing boar head holding guard above the fireplace, may reveal a medley of vintage fruit-shaped ice buckets.
Anouk Beerents Amsterdam, Netherlands
Reason to go: If you’re ever faced with the arduous choice of how to spend an afternoon in Amsterdam, we’re about to make it easy for you: Make a point to see Anouk Beerents’ inconceivably magical mirror shop. Ornate gilded mirror after mirror hung on movable tracks will leave you intoxicated and enamored, as if you walked through the looking glass itself into a wonderland. What you’ll find: Beerents specializes in 18th- and 19th-century French gilded
mirrors, specifically Louis XIV, Régence, Louis XV and Louis XVI, all of which she sources herself. To preserve authenticity, Beerents conservatively restores them with old-world techniques.
Espace Nord Ouest Bondues, France
Reason to go: Two hours north of Paris, Espace Nord Ouest is quickly becoming the European source for antiques dealers in the states that focus on decorative eccentricities, as well as major fashion retailers looking to outfit their stores with unique curiosities. What you’ll find: Seventeen professional dealers over nearly 13,000 square feet offer a downright cool assortment of 17th- to 20th-century pieces, such as industrial and shop furniture, garden décor, architectural salvage, classic French seating and case pieces, and vintage midcentury lighting and furnishings.
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A lavish robe shot through with silk. A vessel painstakingly engraved with precious metals. A portrait rendered in watercolor, ink and gold. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s recent exhibition “Court and Cosmos: The Great Age of the Seljuqs” showcases the artistic splendor that flourished during the reign of the Seljuqs, whose rule stretched across Western Asia from the 11th through the 13th centuries. In conjunction with the show, the museum’s store is introducing a line of modern-day heirlooms—ranging from glass objects and jewelry to ceramics and limited-edition rugs— that celebrate the dynamic legacy of the period. “It was evident that the pattern and color inherent in the original art still influences and inspires makers today,” says Susan Noonan, the museum’s general manager of buying and merchandising.
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Among those tapped to create the new interpretations of these centuries-old designs was Barbara Barran of Classic Rug Collection in New York. “The colors are gorgeous, and I love the geometry,” Barran says of the region’s art. It wouldn’t be the first time Barran, who has traveled frequently to the Middle East, has transformed work from the area into carpets. “I’ve designed rugs based on Iznik tiles and translated them into 300-knot silk,” she notes. “The Seljuq pieces are from a slightly earlier time period, but there was something about them that was very familiar.” The source materials selected as a jumpingoff point for the rugs immediately resonated with Barran, easily informing her design direction. For example, after seeing the stone-paste mina’i bowl with an abstract pattern from some 900
years ago in the museum’s collection—which served as the foundation for the Mina’i Good Wishes rug (above)—Barran “knew it should be a wool flat weave because it needed to have the earthiness of the original bowl,” adding, “The colors were lovely and the repetition of the pattern had a gorgeous rhythm.” The other source—another mina’i piece featuring a zigzag pattern and gilding—suggested a more polished take. Offered in wool with silk accents, the Mina’i Zigzag rug hews closely to the spirit of its namesake but is imbued with a modern feel. While nearly a millennium separates Barran from the original creators, she still feels a sense of connection. “There’s a liveliness to the art from this period,” Barran explains. “You look at it and find yourself picturing the people who created it. To me, they’re not strangers.”
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Among Salone del Mobile’s many new introductions were (clockwise from top) Natuzzi’s Dorian line, Flou’s Softwing bed—an update on the company’s famous Nathalie—and Poltrona Frau’s Neri&Hu-designed mirror.
It is, as it turns out, nearly impossible to order an icy glass of water in Milan—room-temperature naturale being completely de rigueur; instead, the cosmopolitan Italian city concerns itself with a different kind of cool. Here, for one week each spring, its fashionable citizens (think plenty of black, linen, leather and painstakingly rolled-up jeans and cigarette pants) join an international conglomerate of visiting design aficionados, trading in their impossibly stylish heels and wingtips for sensible footwear all in the name of design as Salone del Mobile rolls into town. The floors of Salone, the world’s largest furnishings fair, which inhabits the sprawling halls of the Milano Congressi convention center designed by Mario Bellini, are meant to be thoroughly explored, pavement pounded—each corner of its nearly 600,000 square feet filled with furniture and accessories from the world’s preeminent creative minds. And while the talent hails from all over Europe and beyond, there’s a distinctly Italian flavor to the proceedings: a flair for the dramatic and a gravitas provided by the beautifully preserved centuries-old buildings that host the design events within the city, both in the showrooms of established Italian brands and in a bevy of what we affectionately referred to as “palazzo pop-ups” during our visit. Kohler’s showing of its new line of fixtures in collaboration with the French designer Jean-Louis Deniot, for example, takes place at the tony Palazzo Durini di Monza, a 17th-century mansion designed by the Baroque architect Francesco Maria Richini—a juxtaposition of modern chrome and porcelain against ancient stone and Renaissance art. In Bottega Veneta’s dedicated home boutique, too, the venerable fashion house-turned-luxury furniture brand pairs the sleek lines of its übermodern living, dining, office and bedroom
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offerings with 18th-century frescoes by artists like Carlo Innocenzo Carlone and Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. The result is startling but also, somehow, entirely inevitable thanks to the attention to detail that is paramount in Italian design. And it’s everywhere. For celebrated kitchen brands like Varenna by Poliform and Boffi, each cabinet front and drawer is a work of art—every element carefully veneered, laser-cut and dovetailed together like so many puzzle pieces. At Flou, a variety of new introductions are a pitch-perfect complement to the brand’s longtime bestsellers, like the Nathalie—arguably the industry’s first upholstered bed, designed by Vico Magistretti in 1978, which still looks utterly timeless with its tireless slipcovered reinventions. Longtime power players B&B Italia and Flexform, too, stay nimble by introducing covetable new pieces— like the Do-Maru armchair by Doshi Levien and a brand-new line of seating by Daniel Libeskind, respectively—to a roster of old favorites. On once-barren concrete plots in the middle of the convention center, each brand transforms its booth into a mini home away from home—each one different and dazzling but many embracing a rich, Italian minimalism as a common theme along with another unifier, this one a bit more material (literally): While structured Italian footwear is more or less on hiatus for the week, leather pervades everything else. It’s in the thick straps of the striking, buckled light pendants and impressive Neri&Hu-designed mirror and valet stand at Poltrona Frau; it’s used in a hundred different ways on the supple cushions of Natuzzi and Molteni&C’s many beautiful sofas and chairs; it’s inset into the ultimate desk for movers and shakers at Promemoria; and it’s woven and stitched with remarkable precision across a variety of Hermès home offerings. For all its eye candy and endless inspiration, the true beauty of Salone is in the escape it provides: Here, there are a multitude of worlds rapidly constructed, but with great care, that you can imagine yourself in, with thousands of new products with which to redesign the perfect room in your mind, and not a single person to pass judgment. They’re design lovers, after all, and they’re likely doing the exact same thing, and we’re happy to toast to that—the water may be warm, but the Prosecco is ice cold.
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After a review of exceptional submissions, Poggenpohl is proud to announce the winners in the following categories: 1. Innovation Award Winner Partners 4 Design, Minneapolis, MN John B.A. Idstrom II, AIA, CID, Allied ASID and Nicole Sirek, Allied ASID, P4D Jeff Lindgren, Jalin Design Scott Harris + Team, Construction/ Project Management This project celebrates the optimal lake views and creates a light beach feel, resulting in an inspiring space in which any chef would be inspired.
2. Brilliant Small-Space Winner Poggenpohl Downtown, New York, NY Roger Zierman This custom space of only 99 square feet features every comfort of its esteemed competitors with ample counter space, storage, lighting and more.
3. Bespoke Design Challenge Winner Hausscape, Miami, FL Luis Bebchik and Reinier Boulart, Hausscape Veronica Hernandez, Ladrillo From an unimaginative small kitchen to an open living space that innovatively utilized cabinets and custom components, this kitchen space has it all.
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Poggenpohl can be found in homes in over 70 countries around the world. Whatever the size and architecture of the built environment, its designers start with a clean sheet of paper and work from there, taking full account of the space and the customer’s preferred design theme to create a unique, individual kitchen. Whatever the brief, Poggenpohl aims for perfection.
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THE JANE: ANTWERP, BELGIUM
The season’s latest offerings take us beyond stateside living and transport us to a global realm, calling to mind four international hot spots. First up is The Jane: a swanky eatery located in the chapel of a former military hospital in Antwerp. Following the Belgian tradition of simplified and functional design, the restaurant’s interiors—conceived by renowned designer Piet Boon—show that contemporary details can shine brilliantly in authentic and understated environments. Following these cues, we are doting on the following selections, including Gentner’s sleek sofa and Erickson Aesthetic’s side table, which invite us to cultivate a globally inspired utopia of our own. WRITTEN BY KATE BERGERON WITH BRITTANY S. CHEVALIER
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1. Bruno by Mats Theselius for Källemo / $5,900 / lsmdnyc.com 2. De Stijl Decorative Plate by Darkroom / $151 / yoox.com 3. Swedish PolishedBrass Bottle Vase / $139 / kaufmann-mercantile.com 4. Classic Candle / $95 / ciretrudon.com 5. Arch Dining Table / $6,100 / bowernyc.com 6. Potence-Style Otis Light / $350 / shop.onefortythree.com 7. Say Sofa / $9,935 / gentnerdesign.com 8. Satin & Snakeskin Intrecciato Knot Clutch / $1,750 / saksfifthavenue.com 9. Pyramid Table / Price upon request / ericksonaesthetics.com 10. Bureau Fabric in Soft Denim (left) and Lock Fabric in Black / Prices upon request / evitavonni.com
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1. Nunki No. 4 / $3,200 / iacolimcallister.com 2. Crescioni Canyon Necklace in Black / $330 / spartan-shop.com 3. The Agnes Rug in Blue / Price upon request / minna-goods.com 4. Culebra Clutch in Khaki / $122 / waxandcruz.com 5. Astier de Villatte Opera Incense Box / $50 / abchome.com 6. Tazza Bowl / $2,300 / blackmancruz.com 7. Genaissance De La Mer The Serum Essence / $620 / cremedelamer.com 8. Linen Pillowcases / $70 for set of two / cultiverusa.com 9. Tapestry Pillow 11 Green Butterfly by Martyn Thompson Studio / $440 / thefutureperfect.com 10. Bell Side Table in Grey by Sebastian Herkner / Price upon request / avenue-road.com 11. Trois Blooms in Blush by Wayne Pate (top) and Cusco Stripe in Black and White by Kufri / $67.50 and $88 per linear yard / studiofournyc.com
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Using a clever blend of materials and a brilliant palette of pale pinks and blues, fashion journalist-turned-hotelier Vanessa Scoffier takes a casual yet chic approach to traditional French design with Hotel Henriette. Located on a quintessentially European cobblestone street in the 13th Arrondissement, the hotel boasts ample boutique qualities and unexpected details. Here, we take our lead from the hotel’s private and public spaces— outfitted with plush, organic textiles and antique metalwork throughout—for a collection of items, like luxe linens from Cultiver in dreamy, subdued hues and a delicate brass bowl by Blackman Cruz, that capture the essence of cool thanks to a little je ne sais quoi.
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PLAYA GRANDE BEACH CLUB: MARIA TRINIDAD SANCHEZ, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 10
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Inspired by local island life and traditional Dominican Colonial architecture, interior designer Celerie Kemble collaborated with historic preservationist Elric Endersby to create the idyllic retreat of Playa Grande Beach Club. A blend of vintage and contemporary elements, this tropical oasis showcases a palette of vibrant hues paired with neutral tones of raw, natural materials. In a style akin to the hotel’s breezy and native design, Sebastian Herkner’s poolside rocking chair for Dedon—made of a solid-teak frame—uses organic elements in a similar way, with laid-back sophistication in mind. So kick back, relax and style your own seasonal seaside hideaway.
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1. Green Oaks Pendant / Price upon request / palecek.com 2. Gypsy Water / $230 / byredo.com 3. West African Tile Necklace by Lizzie Fortunato for St. Frank / $425 / stfrank.com; lizziefortunato.com 4. Domino Wallcovering in Porphyry by David Oliver for Schumacher / Price upon request / fschumacher.com 5. Tango Ring in 18kt Rose Gold, White Topaz and Brown Diamonds (left) and Tango Ring in 18kt Rose Gold, Smoky Quartz and Brown Diamonds / $13,500 and $13,200 / pomellato.com 6. Léopard de Ceylan Change Tray in Porcelain and Velvet Goatskin / $2,750 / hermes.com 7. Quinta Natural Cork Urn / $195 / juliska.com 8. Woven MBrace Rocking Chair by Sebastian Herkner / Price upon request / dedon.us 9. Nobles No. 1 Wool Rug / $26,500 / orleyshabahang.com 10. Pompom-Embellished Woven Straw Sunhat by Yosuzi / $390 / net-a-porter.com 11. The Frida Ostrich Fringe Clutch / $1,495 / bairdandbairdonline.com
PLAYA GRANDE BEACH CLUB PHOTO: PATRICK CLINE.
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Renowned for its opulent temples and lavish sacred spaces, Thailand takes great pride in its legendary history of architecture and design. Located directly across from the Wat Phutthai Sawan temple, built in 1353 A.D. by the first monarch of the area, Sala Ayutthaya was conceived with both its namesake’s long architectural past in mind and a focus on reinvented minimalist Thai design. Visionaries Siriyot Chaiamnuay and Arisara Chaktranon of architectural firm Onion embraced a purist palette and pale pops of serene colors—not unlike Cle Tile’s Vintage Rose accents and Louise Gray’s Quilt No. 3. shown here—and commissioned local talent to help construct the tranquil refuge in the heart of this storied city.
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1. Maquette Jars / Price upon request / erstudiola.com 2. Harper Pendant in Hewn Brass and Paint Selection (Farrow & Ball Calamine #230) with Opal Glass / Price upon request / urbanelectricco.com 3. Zellige Tiles in Vintage Rose / Price upon request / cletile.com 4. Zazou Sunglasses / $360 / zanzan.co.uk 5. Saturnus Disk / $1,800 / concretecat.com 6. Kiki Flat Slide / $350 / loefflerrandall.com 7. Arcade Avec Bolle Vases / $550 / abchome.com 8. Simplex Hydrangea Mirror / Price upon request / alex-drew.com 9. Mesa Chair in Nude Leather and Oxidized Steel / Price upon request / taylorforrest.com 10. Throw Quilt No. 3 / $410 / louisegray.com
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MADE in the SHADE THE LATEST GLOBAL FINDS BASK IN THE GLOW OF THE SEASON ALONGSIDE THE SHADOWS OF SUMMER. WRITTEN BY KATE BERGERON AND CARA GIBBS PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOANNA MCCLURE SPRITZ COLLECTION VELVET FABRICS BY RUBELLI
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At first sight: Christophe Delcourt’s piece is inspired by nature but executed in a distinctly modern way. France is all about beauty and tradition: The country has a vast design history that creatives, especially in the culinary and furniture worlds, must honor and interpret. But above all… You can always count on a French designer to revel in beauty. A statement piece… Stands out on its own, has a story and evokes conversation. To me, this entire piece reads as a sculpture: The table represents a great balance of form and function. It’s hard to achieve that balance, but you don’t get there without taking a risk. Lasting impression: Angular, dynamic, artistic, structural, modern.
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THE PIECE: Zer Coffee Table THE DESIGNER: Christophe Delcourt MADE IN: France FIND IT: avenue-road.com THE INSPIRATION: Using graphic zebrano wood veneer as his medium of choice, designer Christophe Delcourt employs sculptural form to successfully reimagine the art of marquetry—breathing new life into a classic technique.
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NATURAL SELECTION THE PIECE: Hauri Candleholders and Lava Trays and Candleholder THE DESIGNERS: Caterina Moretti and Ana Saldaña MADE IN: Mexico FIND IT: peca.com.mx THE INSPIRATION: The designers focused their creative lens on raw materials found in nature—think volcanic rock and black-and-white marble—when creating these objets d’art, proving that texture and form are true works of art unto themselves.
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At first sight: I’m struck by Peca’s clever and restrained use of natural materials. It’s such an artful mélange of brass, stone and marble. The juxtapositions within the composition… Are alluring and calming all at once; the soft textiles of the background beautifully foil the natural, hard materials used for the tray and candleholders. I’d love to see… The candleholders reimagined as a giant abacus. When scouting product for my clients… These are the types of pieces I like to introduce. It’s so important to be aware of the artisanal hand behind the designs you bring into someone’s home. Boundaries in design… Exist to be pushed: No risk, no reward. Lasting impression: Balanced, sculptural, geometric, artful, bold.
STRING THEORY THE PIECE: Husk Medium-High Chair THE DESIGNER: Marc Thorpe MADE IN: Italy FIND IT: moroso.it THE INSPIRATION: The contoured lines of these handwoven polyethylene yarns result in a playful seating dialogue sure to keep potential perchers charmed and intrigued.
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INTERIORS BLOGGER & STYLIST BRIGHTBAZAARBLOG.COM
At first sight: Naturally, I love the riot of bold, carnival colors Marc Thorpe used with this piece, which feels perfectly timed for this year’s Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. And as a champion of color… I’m always encouraging my clients and readers to embrace hue in all forms, from soft shades to zingy brights. I’m drawn to Italian design… Because artists combine native craftsmanship with industrial processing techniques, manifesting in products that reflect inspirations across the world stage. A statement piece… Is that hero object that captures the eye and provides a resting point. Lasting impression: Proud, witty, fierce, bold, sexy.
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IN THE MIX THE PIECE: Full Moon Collection THE DESIGNER: Chaehoon Moon MADE IN: Korea FIND IT: damooncollection.com THE INSPIRATION: Product designer Chaehoon Moon is fearless when it comes to her material choices, assembling stunning handcrafted yuhgee tableware (borne from a combination of copper and tin) with a traditional ott-chil (textured Korean lacquer) finish. But it’s the pieces’ subtle collision of these tangibles that proves to be so unforgettable.
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INTERIOR DESIGNER CONSORT-DESIGN.COM
At first sight: Chaehoon Moon’s collection has a galactic elegance. To me, the pieces represent what’s next in design: total understated futurism. Korean design… As seen here, practices beautiful restraint and simplicity, which is much harder than it looks. Handmade is the truest luxury: Handcrafted using new materials and traditional inspiration, these pieces have a magnetic energy you can’t deny. The cast palm shadows and velvet background… Remind me of dreamy, high-end entertaining on the West Coast. I could imagine myself… Dishing out fresh crudités in these fab, modern vessels. Lasting impression: Refined, clean, lustrous, minimal, gentle.
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At first sight: We love that Gabriel Scott’s bench mixes modern with traditional design, and we also go crazy for anything with a good rivet. Provenance and history are key for us: We are storytellers, and the pieces that we present to our clients should have an amazing tale to tell. The Madcaps love a great velvet: It’s like Auntie Mame went to Venice before heading to Morocco for heaps of cocktails. A statement piece… Can serve as a conversation starter when you meet someone at a party and have no idea what to talk about. We’d like to see this bench… In a hallway under a blowsy floral wallpaper. Lasting impression: Riveted, gilt, versatile, chic, edgy.
CROWN JEWEL THE PIECE: Prong Bench Short THE DESIGNER: Gabriel Scott MADE IN: Canada FIND IT: gabriel-scott.com THE INSPIRATION: With the frame of a bold ring in mind, this bench is a combination of precise angles and delicate curves that collide to form quite a handsome setting, complete with a plush upholstered pillow on top: A no-brainer for the home, since it’s too big to fit in your jewelry box.
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SHADOW PLAY THE PIECE: Assisi Drinks and Side Tables THE DESIGNER: Rachel Horn MADE IN: Mexico FIND IT: rachelhorn.com THE INSPIRATION: Handcrafted in the quaint village of San Miguel de Allende by third-generation artisans, Rachel Horn’s eponymous debut collection comes to life, unveiling both heritage and modernity.
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At first sight: Rachel Horn’s tables are a fresh update on a classic design; she pulls classic shapes, design and motifs and seamlessly updates them with a modern point of view. Mexico is home to some of the most incredible artisans: Metalwork is the country’s specialty, and the connection between the age-old technique and Rachel’s designs is very apparent. Nothing worth having comes easily: The best moments in design happen beyond our comfort zones. The simple silhouette of these tables takes on a whole new level of interest through the designer’s use of rough-hewn texture on the legs. The blush velvet hues and moody shadows of the composition read as lush and vibrant… And I am instantly transported to a beautiful courtyard in San Miguel de Allende. Lasting impression: Classic, refined, fresh, polished, textural.
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Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchens are bright, airy, open and inviting, and regardless of the design style, have some form of modernity woven throughout. Technology is playing a huge role in contemporary kitchensâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;from intuitive ovens with texting capabilities to air-purifying, highlevel ventilating hoods. Above all, 21st-century kitchens are versatile. They are remarkably aesthetic while providing workspaces worthy of a chef. Center islands are larger than ever before and teem with possibilities for uses, including refrigerated wine storage, dishware organization, food preparation, dining and entertaining. Eggersmann USA
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It’s not as bold as one might think to compare fashion to decorative hardware. It enhances, adorns and beautifies while fulfilling utilitarian needs—and it is every bit subject to fads and design movements. Baldwin Hardware of Lake Forest, California, is a pioneer in the realm of hardware, crafting art-worthy, design-forward pieces that successfully defy trends. “We prefer to think of Baldwin as a fashion statement for the home: part of your design aesthetic,” says Baldwin Hardware Senior Brand Manager PJ Rosch. “Baldwin is couture for the door.” Celebrating its 70th year as an industry leader, Baldwin Hardware distinguishes itself from its contemporaries with an unwavering dedication to quality materials and design, not to mention seemingly infinite styles and finishes from which to choose. “We love creating inspirational design through the depth and breadth of our products and finishes,” Rosch says. Designers for the decorative hardware firm are embracing midcentury modern aesthetics and are also seeing a greater demand for black metals. “We are loving midcentury modern right now. It’s a great nod to the past, but with an updated style,” she says. “Also, black metals are all the rage now, but brass and warm, gold tones continue to gain popularity.”
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1. Baldwin® Hardware’s newest additions to its best-selling Reserve portfolio are the La Jolla and Santa Cruz handlesets, Crystal knob and Contemporary knob. baldwinhardware.com 2. The Contemporary knob features a round shape contrasted with flat edges. The knob will pair nicely with products available in the Reserve collection. 3. The square full-escutcheon Santa Cruz handleset plays to a contemporary audience with a long profile.
INSIGHT, TIPS AND MORE FROM BALDWIN HARDWARE Style genre of note: Midcentury modern. Materials and finishes: Black metals, brass and warm, gold tones. A quick and chic kitchen update: New cabinet knobs and pulls are an easy, cost-effective way to refresh a kitchen. The new bathroom: Means having more living space. Chairs, flowers and a homey vibe are in—countertop clutter is out. Trends and you: Don’t worry about trends. Be sure to infuse your own personal style into your space and make it truly yours. A new era of opulence: 2016 is about luxury and options. People want well-crafted, timeless pieces that are high quality, complemented by artisanal pieces.
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DACOR
Q+A WITH KITCHEN MARKETEERS CHUCK HUEBNER AND MICHAEL WEST OF DACOR
Founded in 1965, Dacor is a leading manufacturer of ultra-premium kitchen appliances. Designed and built in California, Dacor’s cooking appliances integrate function, technology and style to create intuitive products that reflect the lifestyle and needs of the passionate home chef. Dacor is also the first and only kitchen appliance brand to be tested and recommended by the master chefs of Le Cordon Bleu. Dacor manufactures a full suite of award-winning appliances, including ranges, cooktops, wall ovens, refrigeration, ventilation and wine preservation. Family-owned for more than 50 years, the company is responsible for many of the innovations that have improved the way people cook in the modern kitchen. Dacor created the 30-inch wall oven category, was the first to integrate an Android™powered tablet in ranges and ovens for the connected kitchen, and made the first continuous platform grates on cooktops, among other advances.
What are the top style and material trends for 2016? In kitchen appliances, stainless steel remains the most popular finish. Designers are gravitating toward color to offer their clients something different and fresh. Some are using color to solve problems, such as matching new appliances to established kitchen color schemes they want to keep. What should every well-designed kitchen have? Appliances placed to keep eye contact with your family or guests make for a better interactive experience. Placing a cooktop in the kitchen island with a motorized downdraft is a great way to not have your back to them, as is common with the conventional placement of ranges/cooktops against a wall. What new innovations should consumers keep an eye out for? Connected kitchen appliances that add freedom to your lifestyle, such as the capability to preheat your oven remotely using your phone, and text you when your food is ready.
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IF YOU KNOW A TRUFFLE GUY IN FRANCE, YOU’RE A DACOR CHEF. Dacor is built for the world’s most demanding chefs. And you, mon petit chou, are exactly the breed of culinary enthusiast Dacor appliances are designed to please. For three generations, we’ve worked tirelessly to equip the passionate chef with precise, undeniably gorgeous cooking appliances. Complete your dream kitchen with a free Dacor Dishwasher, Ventilation System or Instant Savings with our It’s Your Choice offer, for a limited time. Learn more at www.dacor.com/Promotions/Its-Your-Choice Tested and recommended by the Master Chefs of Le Cordon Bleu.®
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EGGERSMANN USA
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Ergonomics play a large role in the design of a high-end kitchen, and it is highly suggested that most cabinetry pull out or come toward you instead of looking out of reach.
Equal parts form and function, Eggersmann’s cabinetry delivers beautiful and useful organizational solutions to the modern home dweller. The company, drawing from more than 100 years of innovation, trial and achievement, is a driving force behind the concealed kitchen—a design movement that gives way to gallery-like spaces in the kitchen, and the cabinetry is art. Using earthborn, organic materials such as raw wood and concrete, Eggersmann’s ultra sleek and clean-lined cabinetry reimagines modernity in a warm and inviting fashion. “We start with the most intrinsically raw materials available, including woods, metals and glass,” shares Eggersmann USA CEO Michael Soltoff. “With these materials used in various textures, colors and sheens, we constantly push the limits of the basic core components.” The Eggersmann design foundation is built on key Bauhaus architectural characteristics—flat, smooth surfaces, cubic shapes, neutral colors and open floor plans (fundamentally pure and resounding in utility)—and is distinguished by technological feats in cabinetry composition and ergonomics, such as its electric mechanisms, custom storage, handle integration and exotic veneers. “The wide availability of parts, components, hardware and materials across the world has caused a demand and push for incredible leaps and bounds in innovation of product,” Soltoff says. “As electronic technology becomes more compact and lightweight, we see an increase in automation in our products, and it has become more of an integrated component of lifestyle, rather than just a cabinet or case good.”
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EGGERSMANN ESSENTIALS Tangible Intelligence: “Every kitchen requires functional storage space that not only is accessible, but is clever in function,” Soltoff says. “Examples include specialized pantry systems, specialty fitting dishwashers, inserts and utensil dividers.” Ubiquitous Materials, Reborn: Looking ahead, Eggersmann’s work will reveal innovative uses of organic materials, such as concretes and raw wood, as well as industrial finishes, such as stainless steel, copper, bronze and aluminum. Continuity Control: “It is important to have a specific style carried throughout the space,” Soltoff asserts. “Many kitchens are a part of and centered around the living space of the home. This doesn’t mean that the kitchen must match the style of furniture, interior trim and construction. Often, our kitchens are shown as a juxtaposition or unexpected center of the home.”
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HUBBARDTON FORGE In the quest to discover fresh aesthetics and innovative designs in interior lighting, we turn to Hubbardton Forge for insight. One of the most respected brands in the lighting industry, Vermont-based Hubbardton Forge was founded upon the principles of authenticity and genuineness, giving way to handcrafted, art-worthy lighting. David Kitts, Hubbardton Forge’s Director of Design, reveals what’s in store for high-end light fixture design. “Industrial and steampunk styles are definitely on trend,” he says. “They intersect in interesting ways in their embrace of strong, imaginative design and application. Our Otto collection is a great example of that.” Kitts also notes the movement toward large statement pieces that are designed in a way where “the metal ‘glows’ through the use of LED light guide platforms and shaped elements.”
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WORLD-CLASS EXPERTISE FROM HUBBARDTON FORGE Every well-designed kitchen should have: Layered lighting, such as multiple mini-pendants, a chandelier or wall sconces. Every well-designed bathroom should have: Color-accurate lighting. Materials + finishes of note: A new gloss-white finish; mixed metals; interesting glass elements used in surprising ways. LED driven: Hubbardton Forge has found ways to incorporate LED technology into the design, not just build LED fixtures. Advice for the homeowner: Think about the whole project; how one piece will interact with another. Don’t leave the lighting design for last.
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1. The Louvre chose LED lighting for the Mona Lisa. The Glide LED bath bar offers a contemporary feel and is perfect for a large vanity space. 2. The brass and glass of the Otto sphere pendant combine to make a strong statement and focal point for the room. 3. The minimalistic Cuff pendant design, with its heavy steel cuff and thick blown glass captured within the cuff, works with a variety of styles.
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PARIS CERAMICS
Q+A WITH RICHARD ABBOTT OF PARIS CERAMICS
Paris Ceramics blends time-honored materials and craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology to create rare products for floors, walls, ceilings, fireplaces and other objects of art. “We have a lot of new CAD machinery that enhances what you can do in terms of profiles patterns, etc.,” explains the firm’s manager Richard Abbott. “However, you still need to do finishing by hand to give the end result a bespoke quality.” Paris Ceramics has a special relationship with time, design and craftsmanship: No other company has invested in the technology and craftsmen to reclaim and preserve antique objects and flooring back to life. The juxtaposition of the world’s oldest objects preserved by the newest laser-cutting technology is the hallmark of Paris Ceramics. Only Paris Ceramics employs in-house artisans in the United States to ensure a near-flawless finish, size and product. As for new trends in the realm of flooring, Abbott cites traditional and new patterns, an increase in the use of various shades of blue and the rise of porcelain. “We try not to copy, but to be innovative,” Abbott says.
What is inspiring you now? New and traditional patterns and textures in stone and wood. How do you choose materials for each collection? We base selection on what we like, and it has to be timeless. Is it important to have a cohesive style throughout a kitchen or bathroom? Yes, but don’t forget the whimsical and fun. Describe the philosophy behind your firm. Paris Ceramics is the premier resource for timeless flooring material with soul.
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The kitchen has evolved from a utilitarian workspace to a familial gathering and entertaining central core of a home. The focal point of many of today’s most elegant and cutting-edge kitchens is the range hood, which was also born from a purely functional perspective. Zephyr Ventilation, based in Alameda, California, is changing this paradigm by blending high-caliber utility with high-quality aesthetics. “We have elevated the hood to its rightful place, with a focus on design, innovation and technology,” shares the company’s president Luke Siow. “Since the launch of our first hoods in 1997, we have remained true to our vision of delivering the unexpected: by deliberately seeking to change the marketplace.” The sophisticated hoods reveal remarkable technological feats within the kitchen, such as its DCBL Suppression System®, the industry’s first range hood motor powered by direct current (DC) energy (an evolutionary step from the traditional AC-powered range hood) and the newly unveiled Lucé with ICON Touch® controls, which integrate into the hood’s stainless steel canopy and control the hood’s LED lights in cloud white, deep blue and amber colors.
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Q+A WITH LUKE SIOW, PRESIDENT OF ZEPHYR VENTILATION What are the top style and material trends for 2016? We are seeing a trend toward mixed materials in kitchen ventilation that incorporate ceramic, mixed metallics and glass. Colored and LED lighting are also trends we are noticing in ventilation as well as other kitchen appliances. What new innovations should consumers keep an eye out for? The Wave hood features Dual Capture Zones that collect contaminates through two points to ensure a smokeand debris-free kitchen. Lux Island features an integrated design that discreetly mounts into the ceiling and Perimeter Aspiration, a technique that moves airflow away from the central area of the hood and evenly distributes it through narrow openings around the perimeter of the hood. Is it important to have a cohesive style throughout a kitchen? A kitchen can have a cohesive style while still communicating the homeowner’s personality and individuality. We’re seeing a lot more color, pattern and customized appliances in the kitchen that truly reflect the style of the homeowner.
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FROM SOPHISTICATED STAYS TO ZEN-LIKE RETREATS, HOTELS AND RESORTS HAVE MASTERED THE ART OF MOOD-SETTING STYLE AND RISK-TAKING DESIGN IN THE KITCHEN AND BATH. WRITTEN BY MARISA SPYKER
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When it comes right down to it, designers often have one overarching mission: to make the home feel like a perpetual retreat. The two most-frequented rooms in the home are no exception. Baths often transform into visions of spa-like bliss and kitchens become clean, open-plan breaths of fresh air. So, when seeking aesthetic inspiration, it’s only natural to turn to the very experts of escapist style: the hospitality industry. From modernist urban highrises to secluded South American estancias, the world’s most beautiful hotels and resorts have mastered the art of maximizing views, inspiring relaxation and pushing the boundaries of great design (a room bathed almost entirely in sleek, glossy wood, for example). Here, we celebrate five-star style in all its glory, alongside products that make vacation-like living a breeze to adopt at home.
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Were it not for the ocean views, one would think the Rococo-inspired kitchen and bath shown on these pages were straight out of an estate in Paris. Houston-based architect Mihai Angelescu and designer Rodica Mirea captured a look of timeless elegance when imagining this villa located on the private Bahamian island resort of Over Yonder Cay.
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DESIGN FEATURES OF NOTE: Design maven Patricia Urquiola employed her own wall-mounted chrome fixtures from her collection for Axor in the Mandarin Oriental Barcelona’s Penthouse Suite bath. Glossy ceramic stools from Rosenthal mirror the smooth surfaces of the vanity top and tub. WHY WE LOVE IT: Leave it to Urquiola to strike just the right balance of serene and sophisticated. The metallic vanity and wall of beveled-edge mirrors infuse an element of glam in the space, while the light wooden floors and tub keep it feeling soft and warm. mandarinoriental.com
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DESIGN FEATURES OF NOTE: The brainchild of Singapore-based architect Kerry Hill, this spacious suite bathroom is composed almost entirely of traditional Japanese Kakou Gan granite, allowing the pièce de résistance—a deep Japanese furo soaking tub—to take center stage. WHY WE LOVE IT: High above the urban bustle, the bathroom’s monochromatic gray stone décor evokes an air of simplicity that’s symbolic of Japanese culture. The space also allows the spectacular views of Tokyo and, on clear days, Mt. Fuji, to shine through floor-to-ceiling windows. aman.com
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JOSE IGNACIO, URUGUAY DESIGN FEATURES OF NOTE: When renowned Norwegian art collectors and hoteliers Alex and Carrie Vik sought to create a 12-suite luxury boutique hotel in the middle of Uruguayan farmland, their mission was to make as little of an environmental impact as possible (think solar panels, wind and geothermal energy, a water-recycling system). The bath in the artist-designed master suite is no exception: The entire room, including the walls, door, sink and tub, is enveloped in richly veined wood locally sourced from jacaranda trees. WHY WE LOVE IT: The dark wood-clad bath pays homage to the retreat’s sprawling 4,000 acres of countryside, but sleek details like the sculptural lines of the tub, minimalist steel fixtures and recessed lighting give the space a decidedly modern feel. vikretreats.com 104 / LUXESOURCE.COM
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JEFFREY WILKES Resort whisperer Jeffrey Wilkes is the creative mind behind some of the most Zen-inspiring retreats in South Asia and beyond. At the Ritz-Carlton Mandapa in Ubud, Bali, he channels the lush outdoors with rustic materials and a natural palette. designwilkes.com 106 / LUXESOURCE.COM
What was your design inspiration for this space? When we created the bathrooms for the rooms and suites at Mandapa, it was our desire to have them act as extensions of the rooms. It’s a resort, and the experience of the bath, and the relaxation one feels from the experience, is paramount. It was important to create a space where someone would take the time to linger and enjoy a soak in the tub while looking out at the view.
Tell us about the mélange of materials. Touch is always a very important aspect of a room, along with the visual component. Here, patterned fretwork, weathered timbers and leather-finished marble stone all work in combination to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Woven ceiling panels are reminiscent of local Alang-alang (thatched) roofs. We also commissioned vanity sinks carved from teak wood with small decorative patterns around them.
How is the natural environment reflected? The earthy palette of chocolate brown, gold and bronze that we introduced to these spaces is taken in large part from the landscape and rivers that surround the property. We hung a pair of round mirrors over the vanity and flanked them with uneven water drop glass lights. It helps create the illusion that you’ve just set up camp in the forest, like you’re part of the evolving landscape.
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HEAVEN SCENT Count on Dutch design great Marcel Wanders to leave no stone unturned in the quest to make the world a more beautiful place, right down to complimentary hand soaps in hotel rooms. Wanders’ furniture and lighting arm, Moooi, recently partnered with Luxury Hotel Cosmetics to develop a line of environmentally friendly bath products for high-end hotels. Naturally, the line comes in a coordinated package of chic, modern bottles, but the real surprise is the Moooidistillated fragrance: a unique blend of scents that include bergamot, nutmeg, lavender, tobacco and musk that’s dubbed “The Unexpected Welcome.” luxuryhotelcosmetics.com
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There’s no greater recipe for R&R than a bubble bath, and it’s hard to imagine a bathtub better suited for taking a dip in luxury than this delicate walnut version by Austrian designer Nina Mair. Her Shell tub is carved from a solid block of walnut using a digital wood-milling machine, and it is then polished by handLast for ayear’s sleek,trend shinytoward finish. metallics “There is no varnish or anycontinues ornament—the is this pure,” to be material prevalent she says. “This, to me,and is pure year, it’s luxury.” easy to ninamair.at see why in the presence of Groupwork’s latest line of fi xtures for the bathroom, Simplify. Australian designer Sarah Trotter’s newest initiative, created in collaborationBarker and artist Esther Stewart, turns something as practical as a towel rack into a veritable work of art. groupworkstudio.com
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Perhaps only second in line to what constitutes a really great hotel room (behind, of course, a drool-worthy bed) are insanely comfortable bath towels. Those of the Turkish variety are often considered the crème de la crème thanks to premium cotton fibers that are known for quick-drying qualities and an uncanny ability to become even softer after washing. Serena & Lily’s color-blocked and striped take here—a pretty favorite that brings to mind leisurely days on the beach—stays true to Turkish form with smooth cotton on one side and looped terry on the other for added wicking. serenaandlily.com
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WHITE OUT It’s a tall order to make a place once the stomping grounds of Frank Sinatra and Winston Churchill even more fabulous than it was before. In his reimagining of the historic Surf Club Hotel and Residences in Miami, though, architect Richard Meier does just that, thanks in part to the project’s high-style kitchens with their custom Boffi cabinetry and white marble islands that give the spaces a feeling as fresh as salt air. thesurfclub.com
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Part of the luxury of a hotel room snooze is what happens when it’s over—that next morning when you wake up to breakfast being rolled in on a room-service cart. In addition to fresh fruit and pain au chocolat, a resort-worthy meal typically includes a steaming beaker of French press coffee. This vessel from Bodum features a decorative copper frame, which protects the glass container and adds a splash of eye candy to your kitchen countertop. bodum.com
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When artists parlay their talents into new creative outlets, the results are often fascinating. So, when English painter Rebecca Thompson tried her hand at decorating a series of boutique villas on the island of Grenada, it’s no surprise the final product was beautiful. Here, vaulted lightwood ceilings and white wicker barstools add an effortlessly bohemian vibe, while stainlesssteel European appliances and modern light fi xtures keep the shabby-chic factor at bay. Painted blue cabinets reflective of the sky and sea add a playful pop of color. macabana.com
NEW FLAME Not all days are cause for a romp in the hotel mini-bar. But, even if you’re not imbibing, you can still get your fix thanks to designer Jonathan Adler’s Pop candle collection, which features all your mini-bar favorites (with scents like Vodka, Bourbon, Absinthe and Champagne), delivered in chic metallic vessels perfect for display. jonathanadler.com 110 / LUXESOURCE.COM
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WINDOWS ON THE WORLD It’s true that inspiration can strike anywhere— but it doesn’t hurt to take your creative muse on a trip every once in a while. From Mexico and England to Scandinavia and beyond, the colors and flavors of far-flung locales can be as intoxicating at home as they are in their respective parts of the world (think bold Yucatán tiles on a patio in Southern California or a beautifully patinaed Swedish grandfather clock holding court in a farmhouse in Texas). Here, we tapped some of our favorite interiors experts for an insider’s look at the best international destinations for design lovers.
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mission: WANDERLUST Designer Laura Kirar performs her own southern migration multiple times each year: The New York-based interiors maven and product designer owns a home in Mérida, Mexico, and finds herself endlessly enthralled with the historical city’s exciting arts scene and thriving community of craftsmen. Read below, as she fashions what her pitch-perfect itinerary looks like for a fun-filled day in the Yucatán. laurakirar.com 9 a.m. I always try to start the day with yoga and a swim at home. I’m still in the process of restoring my 18th-century hacienda, so I love to spend as much time there as possible. 10 a.m. Next up is breakfast: There are always tortillas made by hand, fresh-squeezed mango juice, huevos revueltos and avocados picked from the tree in my own yard.
11 a.m. There really isn’t a “shopping district” in Mérida, but the Mercado Principal in the center of town has a little bit of everything—from food to shoes to vintage jewelry. There’s also great shopping around the Parque de Santiago in Centro, where you can find contemporary, artisan-made sandals, hats and accessories at places like Kukul. 1 p.m. The lunch at Hacienda Temozon is fantastic; I always order the guacamole con chapulines, sopa de limon, carnitas and a tequila with sangrita. If it’s Sunday, we go to brunch at Hacienda Ochil. The hacienda is picturesque and also has its own James Turrell installation. 3 p.m. Next, I make my rounds: I visit FonArt shop for the best in embroidery, pottery, and table and bed linens, Coqui Coqui for natural mosquito repellent and room scents, and the Alfaro Galeria de Arte y Antigüedades in the Centro; though, the term “antiques” should be taken lightly—it has a really eclectic collection. 5 p.m. Then, it’s another late afternoon dip in one of the many surrounding cenotes, pools that form naturally when a limestone bedrock collapses. I love the Cenote Kankirixche; it’s breathtakingly beautiful.
Counterclockwise from top: Designer Laura Kirar wandering through her favorite outdoor market, taking a dip in the Cenote Kankirixche, and starting the night with friends and La Negrita’s famous mescal.
6 p.m. Time for a siesta at home followed by early drinks at La Negrita, where you’ll find the best taquitos and mescal around.
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“The quality of light in Mérida inspired me to start painting again. They sometimes call it the ‘White City,’ but its skies are very blue. And, while it doesn’t have mountains, the clouds are so white and full that they almost feel like unscalable peaks in their own right. It’s a big, big world, but I’m treating this little corner of it as my very own cabinet of curiosities.” downtown20.net
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This year’s first-annual Caravana Americana, which took place in March, made a big splash in Mexico City thanks to its stunning array of art, fashion and housewares from all across Latin America. From the creative minds of Regina Barrios and Alessandro Cerutti, the pair behind the cult-favorite boutique Lago DF, Caravana Americana seeks to pair Mexican makers—like 1050 Grados, Ricardo Casas and CyTF, whose handsome marquetry work is shown here— with international buyers for a weekend of contemporary design bliss that we can’t wait to mark and set on our calendars for next year. caravanaamericana.com
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The former executive director of one of the newest additions to the Yucatán arts scene, Fundación de Artistas, Indira Londono (right) reflects on the region’s growing creative community and gives collectors the inside scoop on where to go and who to watch when building their portfolios. fundaciondeartistas.org
Top Mexican artists to watch: Mérida has many talented local artists, but I’m mostly interested in artists who redefine the idea of art and utilize it as a vector to create a dialogue about relevant social issues. Some of my favorites are Alexa Torre, Marcela Diaz, Stefania Rivadeneyra, Karla Madera and Uggo Gonzalez.
What makes Mexican art different? It’s difficult to categorize and compare artwork from Mexico versus the U.S. because there are many factors that influence artists even within regions of the same country—for example, the art in the Yucatán will be very different than in areas like Oaxaca and Mexico City. Here, art specifically draws influences from many factors such as its region’s Mayan ancestry, Spanish occupation and the Caribbean climate.
Must-visit art fairs or festivals for American collectors: My favorites are Noche Blanca—an event sponsored by the city of Mérida in conjunction with artists, galleries, museums and public spaces for a finely curated tour of what the community here has to offer—and the National Biennial of Visual Arts of Yucatán—which features a wide range of Mexican art, including paintings, sculptures, photography, video-art and installations.
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MARTYN LAWRENCE BULLARD London to me is not only my original home and teenage stomping ground, it is a main artery for my decorative inspirations and design shopping. These days, I like to start my trip by booking into one of the splendid new design hotels that have sprung up across the country. My current hot spot is the super luxurious Beaumont hotel in London’s W1; it makes you feel like you’re in The Great Gatsby, but you’re not, you’re on a shopping trip with me; so, here’s what comes next: 8:30 a.m. There’s no better place to start your day than in The Colony Grill Room at Selfridges with a full English breakfast and lashings of Earl Grey tea all silver-served with the finest attention to detail. 10 a.m. Head over to Alfies Antique Market with dealers that sell everything from vintage-leather and vellum travel trunks (ask for Leslie Warander at The Tintin Shop to show you his secret stash hidden upstairs) to 1970s and ’80s Italian furniture and lighting. 11:30 a.m. From there, go to King’s Road in Chelsea. With luck, you’ll get to catch a viewing of the latest sale at Lots Road Auctions, a veritable bargainhunters local auction held weekly. My favorite antiques store in London, Guinevere, is just around the corner and is a real treat for the eyes.
12:30 p.m. After antiquing, a spot of lunch is required. I head to the Wolseley—by Piccadilly Circus—a European restaurant designed by my friend, the late and great David Collins. It’s highly stylized with black-and-white marble floors, bronze chandeliers and chinoiserie-lacquered panels. 2 p.m. A little après stroll down Piccadilly will bring you to Fortnum & Mason, the luxury food and lifestyle store that happens to make my very favorite tea, Imperial Earl Grey. After stocking up on that, I head to Jermyn Street to visit my tailor: Ozwald Boateng makes the most fun suiting. 3 p.m. No day in London is complete without art. The S2 Gallery, run by Fru Tholstrup, belongs to Sotheby’s and houses exhibits by rising art stars like Charming Baker, along with group shows, like the recent exhibit curated by Tommy Hilfiger and Jeffrey Deitch. As a photo enthusiast, I also head over to the Hamilton Gallery in Mayfair. 5 p.m. London is known for its quality upholstery and fabric houses, but for me, visiting the tiny trim shop VV Rouleaux is a necessity. This jewelbox store offers amazing trims, tassels, beads, feathers and other theatrical decorating tools. 7 p.m. The perfect day in London ends with my favorite eatery, The Ivy. Favored by London’s theater crowd, its recently remodeled interiors are cozy and glamorous. martynlawrencebullard.com
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A few of designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s favorite British haunts, clockwise from top right: Guinevere, The Beaumont hotel and Liberty of London.
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LONDON calling While Michael S. Smith has become a bit of a symbol of Americana— having been tapped by the Obama administration to reimagine the White House’s residential spaces during the First Family’s time in Washington, D.C.—the LA-based interior designer actually built much of his influential aesthetic from his time overseas in London, where he studied at the beloved Victoria and Albert Museum and fostered a lifelong love of antiques. Find out why his London calling is as loud as ever. michaelsmithinc.com What do you love most about British design? English homes, especially the wonderful country houses, have a very identifiable voice; they’re about putting various things together in a way that’s both comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. Since the country has a longer history than the U.S., people have been acquiring furniture and passing it down in the family for much longer, and the result is both a lack of fussiness and a
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Known for his wild color palettes and playful style, Jonathan Adler doesn’t mind buttoning it up every once in a while with a dose of classic British design. Here are his top-five spots to visit in London. jonathanadler.com 1. My shops! I have one on Sloane Avenue and one on Westbourne Grove. They’re great fun (as evidenced by Adler’s Zebra British flag rug shown at right), and I’d love them even if they weren’t mine. 2. Liberty of London is a must. The building is sublime, with the most gorgeous Gothic architecture and patina. 3. It’s not a trip without a visit to Harrods. You can get literally anything there. 4. I love Alfie’s Antique Market—a —a building full of little shops and surrounding streets with shops. It’s packed with heavenly finds. I spend almost an entire day there whenever I’m in London. 5. The Conran Shop is another favorite. I love going to the flagship location in Chelsea. They always have something new and outside the box.
practicality when it comes to design. It sees very formal and important pieces feeling at home with more approachable and humanistic things: a mastery of the mix. Favorite British designers past and present: The classic example, of course, is the design firm of Colefax and Fowler; their work has been a not-so-secret source of inspiration in a lot of really good English houses. Beyond them, I love the modernity and color of the legendary David Hicks and the historical elegance of Robert Kime. Is there a historic English house you’d particularly love to design? I’d be truly thrilled to outfit places like Haddon Hall or Chiswick House—estates that have really beautiful architecture and are just extraordinary with a kind of eccentric appeal. There’s something challenging and exciting about creating personality in a home that already has so much of its own.
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Los Angeles-based interiors and product designer Jill Sorensen may have left her Swedish upbringing behind in terms of miles traveled, but she continues to embrace the country’s sophistication and simplicity in her fun and quirky home projects all over the U.S. Here, she sits down with Luxe to give us a Swedish design history lesson. jillsorensen.com Favorite Swedish designers past and present: I’m a fan of King Gustav III. He was a Swedish king in the late 1700s who was obsessed with design, and during his reign, he created the style of furniture that’s the most famous in the country today: Gustavian. I also love Josef Frank, who designed the amazing Swedish Tenn fabrics that are like pieces of art. What do you love most about Swedish design? I love all things Gustavian, which is
basically a simplified country version of Louis XVI style: the distressed furniture, whitepainted floors, etc. Because of the lack of sunlight (only four hours or so a day in the winter time), Swedes are experts at adding brightness to their interiors with pastel walls and white interiors. Best shops to visit in Stockholm: You’ll find the most incredible fabrics imaginable at the beautiful Svenskt Tenn in Stockholm; it was originally founded in 1924, and it never fails to impress. I’m also always surprised at the things I find at Bukowskis auction house. It has incredible antiques up for grabs and is surprisingly affordable. Otherwise, blocket.se is also one of my favorite little secrets: It’s a resale site that is very popular in Sweden. You can find amazing things for next to nothing in your local area!
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MAIN COURSE The Finnish brand Marimekko has made a name for itself in the U.S. with a bold and colorful range of introductions across the fashion, textile and home arenas, and it’s easy to see why. Proof positive: the dreamy watercolor palette of the compulsively mixand-matchable Sääpäiväkirja salad and dinner plates available now. us.marimekko.com
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Swedish native-turned-New York and Palm Beach mainstay, Lars Bolander shares what keeps him going back to his homeland year after year: “What I love most about Sweden and Swedish design is its simplicity. The country’s sense of beauty is so uncomplicated: It’s all very pale with lots of neutral colors, grays and whites, and dove blue. I have a vacation home in a small village there with great history: As little as 50 years ago, the town telephonist lived downstairs. There was still just one phone in the whole village, and she would have to ring bells attached to people’s homes with string to alert them to a call!” larsbolander.com
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We were invited to speak at the Monocle Quality of Life conference and took the chance to go to a place we’d been dreaming and planning on going to anyway. And we weren’t disappointed thanks to the classic buildings, wonderful design heritage, and great things going on culturally and entrepreneurially. Augarten Porcelain Factory Wow! This factory (above) is such a far cry from ours in California. We love that the owners of the company appreciated their staff so much that they created this beautiful place for them to work. We think the same way: that great work comes from great work environments. We just have a different style!
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Part of researching tile for the promotion of our latest book, Tile Makes the Room: Good Design from Heath Ceramics, this trip grew out of our fascination with places like Portugal, with cities and regions with layers of history that’s been preserved and respected. National Tile Museum There’s such a rich heritage of handcrafted tile in this country that they opened a museum dedicated to it (above) and set it in a former convent that dates back to 1509. The reverence for tile, a material that we so often overlook, filled us with awe. Palácio Ramalhete This hotel (shown at right) was an oasis of calm. There was gorgeous tile wainscoting everywhere, which was our favorite touch. We love hotels like this: intimate places (this one only has 12 rooms) with deep history.
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Tage Andersen’s home (above), far from any major town, is an amazing work of art—and a working farm. The villa and gardens were created by Andersen, himself, a maverick florist and artist. It was designed almost as an art installation, but, again, with a farm, so it’s pleasing aesthetically but not at all precious. These trees were something that Andersen must have envisioned as many as 20 years ago; it’s taken that long to become what they are. heathceramics.com
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A DESIGN TEAM CREATES A DESTINATION HOME THAT EMBRACES BOTH ITS HISTORY AND THE SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT. WRITTEN BY SHANNON SHARPE / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ZACH DESART
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Right: The antique-filled hallway is a reflection of the property’s long history. An early 20th-century Italian lamp purchased at Bungalow Bill tops an antique pine console. The 1928 ship painting by Fr. Panetta is one of many nautical touches that interior designer Jesse Carrier incorporated throughout the house. Opposite: Carrier divided the living room into several sitting areas to create a cozier feel. By the fireplace, he set a Savile Row II sofa from Dmitriy & Co. and covered it in Adriatic blue velvet from Peter Fasano. The custom blue-marblewith-brown-veining coffee table, featuring an antique hand-carved base, was purchased at Gris.
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t was like stepping into an Andrew Wyeth painting.” That is how the owner of a Shelter Island vacation home describes the feeling of seeing the property for the first time. “My wife and I admired it for many years before purchasing it,” he adds. “We were attracted to the majestic landscape, ancient trees and southwesterly exposure.” Upon the property sat a stunning 19th-century manor house with a lookout tower, but the couple wanted to create something more personalized for their family, which includes four children. So, they turned to architect John David Rose, with whose work they were familiar. “We had been to the home of a friend designed by him and loved the style and architecture,” says the husband. “It was elegant and gracious without being oversized.” The couple worked with Rose and general contractor Mark Himmelsbach to assess the integrity of the original structure—which had been added on to over the years— ultimately deciding to move the stable central core of it 130 / LUXESOURCE.COM
across the property to become a guesthouse while integrating the striking lookout tower into the new home. “Ideally, someone might ask, ‘Is that the same house that’s been there for over a hundred years?’ ” says the husband. Adds Rose: “The original section was built in 1873. It’s a national landmark. The goal was to go through and find the real old structure and preserve it.” The preservation of a national landmark, however, presents its own set of special challenges. “In this case, it was set on an Indian burial ground,” explains Rose. “We had to have the whole site tested and dug, and there were places that we weren’t allowed to touch.” One of the owners’ biggest priorities was taking advantage of the waterfront location. “Every room in the house has a unique view of the water, save one or two,” says the husband. “A new surprise is revealed as you pass from one room to the next.” An open-plan vernacular on the first floor that allowed for the entire family to gather together was also an important
Pierre Freyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s custom Spirit swivel chairs in Ficelle fabric allow people to enjoy both the ocean view and the fireplace. An ottoman from Luther Quintana Upholstery is covered in an Italian distressed brown leather from Jerry Pair. The custom shell-encrusted center table purchased at Leet Inc. in Clearwater, Florida, serves as a divider from another section of the living room.
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The dining room informs the tone of the house—breezy, chic and unpretentious. A clear-and-blue handblown fluted-glass bubble chandelier from Liza Sherman Antiques adds a healthy dose of fun over the custom Kumbuk dining table, purchased at Tucker Robbins.
aspect to the design. Interior designer Jesse Carrier was tasked with furthering this concept. “The goal was to make every room comfortable and welcoming,” says the husband, observing that even though he completely trusted Carrier, it was not until he saw the final result that he realized the brilliance of the designer’s choices. “Jesse’s color selections looked great when he showed them to us in the office. But, when seen in the context of the light and views from inside, they reveal a touch of artistic genius.” With no doors closing off the spaces, Carrier decided that it was important that the entire design be cohesive, approaching it as one would approach a loft space. “It’s funny—upon first impression it seems like a very traditional
Shingle-style home,” he says. “But when you come inside, it’s much cleaner. This open plan is not what you would expect from the shell. It speaks to the clients’ wishes that they wanted a very easy lifestyle out here.” Embracing the family’s desire for a casual atmosphere, Carrier chose to use a mix of styles, unexpectedly combining such furnishings as a hyacinth-wrapped chair, a modern live-edge dining table, a velvet seat and a midcentury lacquered console. Because the couple’s daughters all play the piano, it was also important to bring in a piano that fit well with the laid-back vibe. “We didn’t want a big black shiny Steinway,” says Carrier. Instead, they found an antique piece that worked with the room.
To keep the dining room earthy and casual, Carrier incorporated custom Palm Host chairs woven with Biarritz fabric in Sapphire, a custom wool rug from Studio Four NYC and studded raffia wallpaper. He added the Parzinger-inspired bone-lacquered sideboard, purchased at Lawson-Fenning, and the custom curtains in Borderline fabric from Lucy Rose Design to create a pop of interest.
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A sky blue glazed-ceramic-tile backsplash from Waterworks, Alma blue-and-white handmade bistro stools, purchased at TK Collections, and custom white cabinetry fashion a light and fresh feel in the classic kitchen.
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“UPON FIRST IMPRESSION, IT SEEMS LIKE A TRADITIONAL SHINGLE-STYLE HOME. BUT INSIDE, IT’S MUCH CLEANER.” -JESSE CARRIER
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The couple wanted to build a home that worked well for their large and active family, but they also knew it was important to respect the original homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. The central core of the building was relocated to create a guesthouse, allowing them to entertain a multitude of visitors.
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The master bathroom serves as a continuation of the beach theme. A painting by Robert Hogan hangs above the Victoria + Albert York freestanding bathtub. The clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; own waxed-wood stool and 1940s vintage chair provide seating for relaxation.
Carrier also wanted to incorporate the family’s love for all water-related activities, but do so “without being corny,” he says. So, he added such touches as a buoy-like chandelier in the dining room, a shell-encrusted table and raffia-backed chairs, with shades of blue, green and sand permeating the entire house. The tower tops off this seaside charm—both literally and figuratively. Inside it, a spiral staircase leads to a ceiling hatch. “You go out there and pull back the hatch, and you go out on the walkway,” says Rose. “If you ever sailed, then that’s the view you’ve seen.” With such stunning natural views, Edmund Hollander, the landscape architect who was brought on for the project, did not want to veer away from the indigenous aspects of the property. “Ed reminded me that we should let the trees and views speak for themselves,” says the husband. Adds Hollander: “This was not a property that
needed a ‘landscape statement.’ Mother Nature had made that statement and it was our job to be respectful and deferential.” Taking into consideration the uniquely difficult Shelter Island combination of salt winds, low water and deer browsing, Hollander planted buddleias, vitex, American holly and bayberry—all of which are droughtand deer-tolerant. “Fortunately, all of the elements lend themselves to a cohesive landscape that accentuated the elegance of the rolling topography, great trees and scenic vistas of bays and wetlands,” he says. Ultimately, the design team fulfilled the owners’ vision of a place where every aspect is well-used and enjoyed. Says the husband, “Stand in the middle of the house and pivot east to see a ferry channel, south to the sound, west for the sunset, and north for a glimpse of a 125-year-old copper beech tree.” As Rose explains, “It’s all about the views.”
In the master bedroom, the Diego California King bed was placed in the center of the room to capture the best view. The floor-to-ceiling Christopher Martin painting complements the soft colors of the Pottery Barn quilt and shams and the New York Drapery custom canopy and bed hangings in Holland & Sherry fabric.
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Aybar Gallery, with its focus on furniture and objects, is joining the design boom taking place in Miami. Shown on this page are vessels from Marre Moerelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hilo series of earthenware ceramics. Shown opposite is a piece from Formafantasmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Botanica collection (right) and an upclose of some of the shellac used in the collection (left) so that viewers can appreciate the texture of the material.
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DESIGN CHEMISTRY
BRINGING TOGETHER INTERNATIONAL CREATIVES AND THEIR MUSEUM-QUALITY PIECES IS NO SIMPLE TASK, BUT FRANCISCO POLO HAS IT DOWN TO A SCIENCE. WRITTEN BY YELENA MOROZ ALPERT PHOTOGRAPHY BY SONYA REVELL
Gallery owner Francisco Polo has traveled the globe and most recently settled in Miami, where his exhibition space, Aybar Gallery, brings international designers to the forefront. Shown here are broader groupings of pieces from the Hilo and Botanica collections.
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hile most people are just getting out of bed, Francisco Polo is already at the beach before heading to his exhibition space, Aybar Gallery in Miami’s Little River neighborhood. “There aren’t many things that relax me as much as the ocean,” says the design curator, who spent the last five years shuffling between Singapore and Bangkok and moved to South Florida for an opportunity to grow his business in a cultural hot spot—the healthy dose of peace and tranquility was a welcome bonus. Offering that same sense of serenity, walking into Polo’s unapologetically minimalistic design gallery is a bit like hitting pause on everything else. It’s almost as if the carefully curated works are suspended in time and space—a twilight zone for design, of sorts. Here, Polo focuses on acquiring limited-edition furniture pieces, objects and carpets, as well as creating unique collaborations with designers. Often, the projects come serendipitously: Israeli designer Talia Mukmel, for instance, reached out to Polo first; he was intrigued by her work with organic plastics and commissioned a collection of contemporary vessels. On the other hand, in preparation for Art Basel Miami Beach later this year, the curator realized that he needed to be proactive about acquiring a statement piece for the wall of his gallery. So, he approached Madrid-based creative Marre Moerel to commission a custom carpet (her acclaimed Food on the Table series, too, will be featured at the gallery from July 1 to September 1, including new pieces exclusively designed for Aybar Gallery). “Collaborating directly with designers is so satisfying,” Polo says, pointing to another successful alliance with Guilherme Wentz, selected this year as one of the Rising Talents by Maison & Objet Americas. “I love to see how their minds work. All the focus goes to the final product and how it would impact the customer.” In contrast to his calming morning routines, Polo is attracted to the fast and alive quality of creativity, and he doesn’t want to miss a beat. He’s fascinated by how designers such as Konstantin Grcic, Richard Hutten and Pieke Bergmans are solidifying their presence by utilizing organic materials, polymers and LUXESOURCE.COM / 145
Polo (shown right) is constantly thinking up ways to celebrate design, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collaborating with other creatives, showcasing limited-edition pieces in his gallery, or realizing interior architectural projects all over the world. The wood-framed shellac on the opposite page (left) again shows the material from the Botanica series, at a different stage of its development.
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“SELECTING DESIGNERS, OR PIECES, FOR A NEW EXHIBITION IS A VERY SENSITIVE SCIENCE. MY GOAL IS TO WORK WITH POWERFUL PIECES THAT SPEAK ON THEIR OWN.”
resins to create a whole new market. In this vein, for Aybar Gallery’s wildly successful first exhibition, Polo highlighted Formafantasma’s plant-inspired vessels made from shellac—part of the permanent collection at The Museum of Modern Art in New York, as well as museums in Denver, London and Paris. “There is a world to discover with this material, and I love how more and more designers are investigating it,” Polo says. Intrigued by the possibilities of combining new technologies with traditional craftsmanship, for future exhibitions, he hopes to connect with designers who are implementing 3D-printing techniques to produce their pieces. But Aybar Gallery’s focus extends beyond product, to realizing interior architecture projects around the globe in far-reaching places like Germany, Tehran and Cambodia. From private residences to hotels and museums, the flair Polo and his team have for mixing art with architecture has resulted in successful collaborations with the likes of Apple, BMW, Chanel and Comme des Garçons. It’s no accident that Polo is continuously looking to new frontiers, as the quest for something new is rooted to his personality. Prior to embarking on an illustrious career in design almost 20 years ago, Polo started out with a chemistry degree. Think about it: Chemistry is the study of matter—so is design. While his gallery looks as if it’s always been perfectly structured, curating is akin to building molecules and requires the fine-tuning of different design elements to create a fundamentally sound result. “Selecting designers, or pieces, for a new exhibition is a very sensitive science,” he says. “My goal is to work with powerful pieces that speak on their own.”
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History Repeating AN UPDATED LAYOUT AND A LIVELY BLEND OF FURNISHINGS ALLOW A 19TH-CENTURY CHICAGO ROW HOME TO EMBRACE MODERNITY WITHOUT LOSING SIGHT OF ITS HISTORIC PAST. WRITTEN BY TATE GUNNERSON / PHOTOGRAPHY BY CYNTHIA LYNN
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Right: Designer Rebekah Zaveloff gave this late-19th-century row home in Chicago an elegant timeless feel through a rhythm of vintage and modern elements. In the front hall, a Michelle James brass fixture hangs near the staircase, where builders Peter Gemmel and John Medinger methodically recreated the spindles to be longer. Opposite: The owners’ wheaten terrier rests on oak flooring installed in a herringbone pattern by Gemmel and Medinger in the front hall. Benjamin Moore’s Fog Mist paint provides a neutral backdrop for an acrylic-on-canvas by Lisa Ridgers from Chicago Art Source, which hangs above a Caracole bench purchased from Candelabra. The Rosecore staircase runner is from Rexx Rug.
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or designer Rebekah Zaveloff, the late-19thcentury brick row home in Chicago that she designed for a couple with two children was a dream project. “The opportunity to work on a house with this kind of intact architecture is just about as fun as it gets,” says Zaveloff, noting that the goal was to create a stylish, timeless and family-friendly space within that significant architectural backdrop. “We wanted an older home with lots of character, but all the charm had been removed or altered from most houses we looked at,” says the wife. “This one had the old moldings, doorknobs and other original details that we were searching for.” 150 / LUXESOURCE.COM
To create a more spacious abode, the owners hired architect Bill Bickford, who—along with project manager Jason Osborne—collaborated with Zaveloff on an addition to the back of the house, which contains a ground-level mudroom and family room, an eat-in kitchen on the second floor, and additional bedrooms on the third level. “The bones were in good shape, but the home needed to be reborn as a modern interpretation of a row house with more open space and natural light,” says Bickford. “The house now tells a story from front to back as the interiors go from the 19 th to the 21 st century.”
Opposite: A new granite hearth was added to the dining roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original Carrara-marble-and-cast-iron fireplace, which is topped with an English aged-brass RH mirror. The brass bar cart from Rara Avis Boutique shares space with a limited-edition pigment print by artist Rose Lindo, titled The Rapids, from Minted. Below: Zaveloff used the clean lines of midcentury modern furniture to balance the dining roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s woodwork. Josef Hoffmann side chairs from Design Within Reach surround a vintage table by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb purchased through Style House D.C. An over-dyed vintage rug from Oscar Isberian Rugs grounds the space.
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Architect Bill Bickford and project manager Jason Osborne collaborated with Zaveloff to give the new kitchen a pre-war feel. Custom cabinetry, designed by Zaveloff and fabricated by Superior Wood Products, pairs with honed Calacatta marble countertops from Marble & Granite Supply of Illinois. Circa Lighting pendants illuminate barstools from Ballard Designs as well as a Rohl faucet and Kraus sink.
Bickford and Osborne relied on a new bank of south-facing windows in the kitchen and skylights on the upper level to allow for natural illumination and to bring the outside in. “Although the house is traditional in aesthetic, the homeowners wanted a more modern and clean landscape design to maximize the small spaces in the front and back,” says landscape architect Tony Quinn, who worked on the surrounding greenery with fellow landscape architect Brian Culliton and associate Zoe Allen. “So, texture and seasonal display were key.” Another key element inside was the staircase railing, which was too low to meet current standards. Therefore, builders Peter Gemmel and John Medinger—who handled all the on-site work—meticulously recreated the spindles in a longer length to address this problem without altering the old-time appearance. Now, a black railing, white spindles and simple runner all add a sense of modernity without disrupting the dwelling’s vintage character. “It’s rare for people to go to the extent that the owners did with their house,” Gemmel says. “They were willing to invest in the details that make this project incredibly distinct.” Those details are evident around the home, particularly on the main level. Here, Gemmel and Medinger carefully laid oak floorboards in a herringbone pattern and went to great lengths to reproduce the moldings, pocket doors and ornate plaster cornice work that first sold the owners on the house. “The large moldings are what make this house so special,” Zaveloff says. “It was important to match them.” Additionally, dark trim stands out against the kitchen’s white custom cabinetry, which is outfitted with a mix of hardware and diamond-wire glass. A black-painted island and castiron pedestal table, with a bluestone top, stand out against the white subway-tile walls and honed Calacatta marble countertops. “We really wanted to create a kitchen that felt one with the space yet still appropriate to style of the house,” Zaveloff says. “There’s a lot of black and white contrasting throughout because the palette is timeless.”
Below left: The custom bench conceived by Zaveloff and a cast-iron pedestal table from RH create a casual dining area in the kitchen. Chairs from Design Within Reach offer additional seating, while the ladder from Putnam Rolling Ladder Co. in New York adds interest. The sconce is from Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. in Portland, Oregon. Below right: A custom stainless-steel hood with brass accents from Avenue Metal Co. forms a striking focal point in the kitchen. Concorde Dawn subway tiles by Jeffrey Court featuring charcoal grout harmonize with walls painted in a Benjamin Moore Ballet White hue. Thermador appliances finish the space.
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Chairs by Innit Designs and side tables from West Elm produce a welcoming area in the rear courtyard, which features bluestone pavers that contrast with the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chicago common brick exterior. New doors and windows are by Marvin Windows & Doors. Landscape architects Tony Quinn and Brian Culliton, along with associate Zoe Allen, conceived the plantings installed by Clarence Davids & Company.
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In the study, a Souk wool rug from West Elm is juxtaposed with dark gray walls painted in Benjamin Moore’s Midsummer Night and built-in cabinetry fabricated by Gemmel and Medinger. The multifunctional space also includes a sleeper sofa from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, covered in charcoal velvet, and a tufted RH ottoman.
“FURNISHINGS SHOULD PROVIDE A COUNTERPOINT AND VISUAL CONTRAST RATHER THAN MATCH THE ERA OF THE HOME.” -REBEKAH ZAVELOFF
Crisp white linens from Bedside Manor, pillow shams dressed in a Kelly Wearstler textile for Lee Jofaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Groundworks, and an RH duvet all fashion a restful retreat in the master bedroom, which features an Ethan Allen bed. The nightstand, also by Ethan Allen, is topped with a vintage table lamp from Revision Home. The linen window shade is by Smith & Noble.
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That contrast, for example, can be found in the entry, where black lacquered front doors and a mirror mingle with a white marble ledge as well as charcoal-and-off-white floor tiles. Although the interiors feature some traditional roots, bits of color and whimsy abound. “The owners wanted some unexpected elements and shapes to keep the space from feeling too serious,” Zaveloff says. In the living room, for example, a blue-and-white ikat rug strikes a contemporary chord against the original marble-and-cast-iron fireplace. Likewise, the linen-covered sofa and blue velvet chairs feature clean lines that complement the vintage cocktail table. “Historic houses can often hold their homeowners hostage because they feel like the furnishings should honor the architecture,” Zaveloff says. “To me, furnishings should provide a counterpoint and visual contrast rather than match the era of the home.” Moreover, in the dining room, an over-dyed vintage rug pairs with a midcentury modern table and brass bar cart. The entry and front hall also display distinct material
combinations. The front hall, for instance, features a brass fixture that coexists peacefully with an acrylic-on-canvas landscape painting, hair-on-hide bench and original vintage doors. In the entry, hand-painted terra-cotta floor tiles—one of several similar designs that can be found in the home’s numerous bathrooms—add to the consistent palette and material selections throughout (subway tiles and marble countertops in the bathrooms also repeat in the kitchen). “In music, repetition and contrast are what make a good song,” Zaveloff says, “and it’s the same idea with interiors.” For the designer, the nearly two-year project was equal parts challenging, educational and rewarding. “It’s humbling to work on a house with this level of craftsmanship, and the result fills me with so much pride,” Zaveloff says. Happily ensconced in their new abode, the owners are just as thrilled with the outcome. “Rebekah understood what we wanted and helped us take some risks,” says the wife. “We’re really proud of the house and love the way it turned out.”
In the master bathroom, sconces from Pottery Barn shine light on polished-nickel medicine cabinets and a metal double-sink washstand, all from RH. The washstand is topped with marble and outfitted with Newport Brass faucets from Studio41. Walls are partially covered in subway tiles by Jeffrey Court.
ARCHITECTURE / RICHARD BEARD, RICHARD BEARD ARCHITECTS INTERIOR DESIGN / NICHOLAS PROIETTI, NICHOLAS VINCENT DESIGN HOME BUILDER / PAUL RYAN, RYAN ASSOCIATES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE / ERIC BLASEN AND SILVINA BLASEN, BLASEN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
VICTORIAN REVIVAL
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irst impressions can be deceiving, something architect Richard Beard found to be true when he originally saw the vineyard in Calistoga, California—complete with historic buildings from the late 1800s—that his clients, Kisha and Jason Itkin, had recently purchased. “When I drove up to the property, the place looked derelict,” says Beard. “But beyond its run-down state was something impressive.” The couple had called on the architect to develop the property to include a winery and a residence, and the direction for the latter began to emerge. “The main house had a classic wraparound porch, and when I went inside, it was as if the interior had been frozen in amber,” says the architect. “The floors, walls and ceilings were covered in dark wood, but there were views of the beautiful landscape from almost every room. It was a postcard picture of a Victorian-era farmhouse.” Beard, who designed the house while a senior principal at BAR Architects and has since started his own
firm, could see its potential. “I knew it was the kind of building that could be designated a historic resource in Napa County,” the architect says. “So, I did some sketches and showed the Itkins what they could do with what was there. And they got really excited.” Jason, an attorney, and Kisha, president of the couple’s invitation-only winery—named Theorem Vineyards—live full-time in Texas and have been visiting the Napa Valley several times a year for almost nine years. “We’ve fallen in love with the area,” Kisha says. “We love wine and the boutique winery experience. When we decided to purchase a getaway, we looked in Napa for something with great vineyard soil.” Their search yielded the late 19th-century property that awed Beard and was originally inhabited by Dr. R. Beverly Cole, a prominent San Francisco physician. “It was fun to imagine how we’d peel back the layers of retrofitting,” Kisha says. “There were these original elements peeking through. It was amazing that so many were still there.”
Opposite: Architect Richard Beard revived an 1889 farmhouse set on a Calistoga, California, vineyard, reconstructing its classic wraparound porch with a Greek Revival-style handrail and country-style columns. Eric and Silvina Blasen, who designed the landscape, planted the approach with Midnight Mexican sage. Below: In the entry, which also functions as a dining area, designer Nicholas Proietti hung a chandelier by Paul Ferrante above a glass-topped table with an iron base designed by Pierre Lottier from Lucca Antiques in Los Angeles. A hair-on-hide rug grounds the space; the circa-1760 secretary is from Lief in Los Angeles.
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Above: Proietti accented the living room’s custom sofa, covered with Chivasso’s Big City Velvet, with throw pillows in striped and botanical-print patterns. Beard restored the house’s original double-hung windows and repurposed the original interior siding by turning it around and painting it white. Left: In the living room, Proietti paired leatherupholstered vintage armchairs from Lief with a wood coffee table and floor mirror from the owners’ collection. A Moroccan-style rug from Amadi Carpets in West Hollywood offsets a table made with an antique millstone top and new steel base from Found in Houston.
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After studying the structure, Beard decided which elements should be maintained and what needed to change. “The house had character-defining features that were important to keep,” he says. “The wraparound porch had a Greek Revival-style handrail and columns that were beautifully naïve in a country-style way.” Beard had the porch and its details reconstructed as they were, reclaiming the house’s resplendent presentation in the landscape. “The windows were these gorgeous double-hung windows with multiple panes,” Beard says. “We fixed them so they worked properly and added new ones with single panes to tell the story of old and new elements coming together.” He also replaced layers of old roofing with new composition shingles and restored what original exterior redwood siding he could while applying new redwood to portions that were in disrepair. Inside, the architect stripped away the dark and dated elements and tore down walls that divided rooms. He reorganized the floor plan, creating living, dining and kitchen areas that are delineated by cased openings but still flow in and out of one another. “You feel like you’re moving from one room to the next, when it’s really just one big space you can see through,” says Beard, who sanded and applied a dark stain to the original Douglas-fir floors and then completely recreated the ceilings with Douglas-fir beams so that they’re vaulted and display dramatic airiness. He also repurposed the interior siding by turning it around—so the inside now faces out—and painting it white. “It was this Victorian beadboard that has so much character,” he says. “We found a piece that still had the original 1880s label on it from a mill in Oakland. We framed it and gave it to the Itkins.” The house’s colorful history also proved inspirational to designer Nicholas Proietti. “Those original windows with the iron counterweights and old strings were an epiphany for me,” he says. “When they open and close, you hear them clank and you sense the house’s history and significance.” Playing off that weighty feel, Proietti chose lighting with an equal sense of presence. The designer selected a massive
A polished Nero Marquina marble backsplash creates an artful and sophisticated focal point in the kitchen, where Proietti suspended leather-and-steel pendants by Paul Ferrante above the massive oak-topped island. The custom bar chairs, made from white oak and distressed leather, are by BDDW.
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Above: Vaulted ceilings with Douglas-fir beams create a dramatic feeling for the master bedroom, which connects to the wraparound porch via a Dutch door. An untitled painting from 1999 by Reed Danziger from the Hosfelt Gallery hangs above the fire surround. Right: Proietti flanked a handforged iron canopy bed by Gregorius Pineo from KneedlerFauchère with custom BDDW bedside tables wrapped with gray leather. Large bronzecolored table lamps lend a touch of shine to the space.
The sitting area of the master bedroom looks out to the verdant surrounds and mountain views. Proietti outfitted the area with a custom BDDW sofa complete with a walnut frame, blackened-bronze feet and cushions covered with Liaigre linen. The sisal rug is from Abbey Carpet & Floor.
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Opposite: In the master bath, a Kohler tub counters a vintage copper chandelier from Remains Lighting in West Hollywood. Proietti upholstered an ottoman by Ironies from Kneedler-Fauchère with a linen-cotton fabric by John Robshaw Textiles. The sisal rug is from Abbey Carpet & Floor. Below: White-oak-and-iron sconces by Paul Ferrante flank the clients’ mirror in the master bathroom. The vanity countertop is from J&A Stone and Tile, and the window shade linen is by Rogers & Goffigon. Beard left the window’s inner workings exposed.
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“IT WAS SO REWARDING TO BE ABLE TO REPURPOSE AN ENTIRE HOUSE WITH SUCH HISTORY.” -RICHARD BEARD
iron chandelier for the entry, which doubles as a dining area, and a striking vintage copper fixture for the master bath. In the kitchen, he hung leather-wrapped steel pendants. “I wanted the lighting to help create a timelessness,” says Proietti, who kept to a neutral but highly textured palette throughout. To counter the iron and the copper, as well as Beard’s design for a sculptural blackened-steel fire surround in the living room, Proietti utilized soft textures, including a cream-and-black Moroccan-style rug in the living room and a cream hair-on-hide rug in the adjacent entry. He added more layers of tactile materials to the living room by placing armchairs upholstered with caramel-colored leather alongside a custom sofa covered with linen-velvet. “I didn’t want anything to take away from the views,” Proietti explains. “The landscape has so much color depending on the season. I used muted colors so Kisha and Jason can experience the outdoors even when they’re inside.” And for when the Itkins do spend time outside, landscape architect Eric Blasen and his wife Silvina, a horticulturist, created a variety of experiences. The front porch looks to the existing vineyard, while the east side of the house features a garden. The Blasens, working with project manager Gary Rasmussen, preserved a variety of old fruit trees, including citrus, pear and persimmon. “On the west side, we did a courtyard and planted a Sophora japonica tree to help create a shaded seating area,” Eric says, and Silvina adds, “The back of the house looks to Mount Saint Helena, and that’s where we placed a hot tub and a fire pit.” Builder Paul Ryan managed the construction for the renovation. “The former Cole residence is a historic structure in a county that treasures its heritage,” he says. “But it was so dilapidated and had such an odd interior that at first I thought it might be better to tear it down. Richard proved me wrong. What he created is absolutely stunning. He kept all of the wonderful character, but when you walk inside, it’s a completely different world.” And that was exactly Beard’s vision. “This home always had such opportunity,” says the architect. “I knew it would be something spectacular if I could maintain the historic elements but redo the interior so it functioned well for modern life. Like any architect, I love new construction, but it was so rewarding to be able to repurpose an entire house with such history. Talk about sustainable design.”
The den showcases a custom sofa upholstered with a J. Robert Scott chenille, an Ironies coffee table from Kneedler-Fauchère and a circa-1790 desk from Lief. The raffia wallcovering is by Clarence House, and the drapery linen is by Christopher Farr Cloth from De Sousa Hughes.
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The houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s front façade looks to the vineyard, which produces Cabernet Sauvignon wine. Proietti set an understated 19thcentury wood-and-iron bistro bench from Lucca Antiques on the reconstructed wraparound porch and flanked the front door with lanterns by Paul Ferrante.
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TROSCAN DESIGN + FURNISHINGS
Luxe Interiors + Design joined Bright Chair Company’s Stan Gottlieb and Troscan Design + Furnishings’ Deirdre Jordan to celebrate the move of Troscan’s line to The Bright Group in the New York Design Center. Members of the design community toasted the company and welcomed the brand to its new home.
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HIGH POINT MARKET PRESENTATION
During High Point Market in North Carolina, Luxe Interiors + Design and Lexington Home Brands hosted an Exclusive Designer Event with a CEU presentation by Gail Doby, cofounder of Design Success University and the Interior Design Summit. Interior Designers listened on as she spoke on “How to Attract More Affluent Clients.”
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LEGENDARY LUNCH AT MARGE CARSON
Marge Carson recently partnered with Luxe Interiors + Design for the Legendary Lunch in Los Angeles, hosted by Editor in Chief Pamela Jaccarino, which celebrated the memorable moments and highlights of LCDQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Legends 2016. Marge Carson graciously guided industry professionals through the open showroom to reveal the latest designs. Guests mingled while enjoying drinks and plentiful food by Steven Petrarca Events.
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“I REALLY BELIEVE IN THE IDEA OF THE FUTURE,” ICONIC ARCHITECT ZAHA HADID ONCE SAID. INDEED—SHE WAS A VISIONARY. KNOWN FOR HER USE OF SINUOUS CURVES AND DARING COMPOSITIONS, RENDERED IN INNOVATIVE MATERIALS, HADID LEFT HER MARK ON THE DESIGN WORLD. INSPIRED BY HER LEGACY, WE’RE HIGHLIGHTING DESIGNERS WHOSE PRODUCTS EVOKE THE SAME AVANT-GARDE WAY OF THINKING. JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE THOSE WHO ENDEAVOR TO EXPERIMENT. Clockwise from top left: “Aqua” at Dover Street Market, London, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects for the 2012 Olympic Games / zaha-hadid.com. Nearco Pendant / karimrashid.com. 3D-Printed Top with Leather Skirt from the Crystallization Collection designed by Iris van Herpen / irisvanherpen.com. Investigations in Metal / Price upon request / kishimotodesign.com. Phenomena Table I, II / $50,000 / sanghoonkeame.com. Heydar Aliyev Center, Baku, Azerbaijan, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects / zaha-hadid.com. Splash Lamp by Arik Levy for Citco / Price upon request / ariklevy.fr; citco.it. Palladium Cuff in Palladium and Diamonds / $45,760 / larabohinc.com.
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WATERSPACE - JOAN LAO Based in Barcelona, Spain, Joan Lao is an international design icon recognized for his work in product, interior and architectural design. Since opening his design studio in 1985, he has participated in more than 3,000 interior design projects for clients who appreciate his unique design stamp across furniture, lamps and objects – one of balance and peace. Symbolizing soothing, flowing water, the WATERSPACE collection integrates natural tones, undulating textured wood finishes and a curved design theme for a complete sense of balance and tranquility.
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PEBBLE - ORA ITO Ora Ito became globally famous in the ’90s by hijacking symbolic brands such as Apple and NIKE and presenting them with virtual visionary 3D products via media. He is ranked among the top 40 most influential people in the world of design and has collaborated with clients including Heineken, Toyota, Adidas and Pathé, to produce award-winning designs. Inspired by pebbles on the seashore, the PEBBLE collection represents Ito’s idea of “Simplexity” – art to give an object with complex functions a visible simplicity. The glossy white wood finish acts as a canvas to best showcase the unique, organic, “pebble-like” shapes and curves, bringing natural elegance and harmony to the contemporary bath.
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