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Celebrating Creativity
IT’S IMPOSSIBLE TO ESCAPE CREATIVE EXPRESSION.
Here at LUXE, nearly everything we see and touch has been thoughtfully conceived and skillfully crafted. As I travel across the country—visiting art fairs that showcase renowned artists and touring workrooms and studios where home goods are meticulously made by craftspeople whose names you may never learn—I marvel at the beauty produced by the creative community. Their talents are displayed on the most personal of canvases: our homes. At LUXE, we consider ourselves curators of these individualized, residential artworks. We are always searching for engaging projects and memorable homes that will captivate our audience. Being immersed in this creative world makes me feel deeply grateful and reminds me why home is so very special. Our homes, and every item within, have a proud story to tell. They are our own creative incubators.
In our March/April issue, you’ll nd a wellspring of inspiration with boundary-pushing design, rooms where color and pattern live together fearlessly and homes with dramatic natural surroundings—just to name a few. You can enjoy these beauties, and more, in your regional issues, or as they roll out on our freshly redesigned website luxesource.com.
As these descriptions suggest, you are about to see a refreshed explosion of color (both indoors and out) across our pages. Spring has arrived, and we are celebrating the imagination, inventiveness and talents of designers, makers and builders. While you’re at it, look around your own home with a renewed respect for the labor of love that goes into every detail. Then, open the windows wide, lighten up the linens and head outdoors.
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The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.
Radar
Along with architect Tim Adams, designer Amanda Wyatt and landscape designer Alex Smith shape a serene North Carolina escape.
Showstopping rooms from our issues across the country suggest a shift toward fearless color.
THE ROOM
Brittany Bromley, Sasha Bikoff and Chauncey Boothby school us on sophisticated kids’ rooms. 80
Benner Landscape Design and Green 17 Design share their ethos for emotive California landscapes.
Read about the inspiring work of Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club and a forthcoming book celebrating 50 years of the Decorator Show House.
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Discover spring’s new fabrics and wallpapers showcased within three distinct color combinations.
Shop the look of these eye-catching interiors pulled from our regional features.
Outdoor furniture company Harbour chats with LUXE about its evolution and what’s on the horizon.
The latest furniture, lighting and textile debuts for alfresco living that have caught our editors’ eyes.
A lush Palm Beach retreat by Marshall Watson is the perfect backdrop for entertaining in style.
Jeffrey Alan Marks takes us behind the design of his charming Connecticut kitchen and dining spaces.
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Native Materials
A million pounds of rammed earth form the standout features of a Wyoming ranch by architect Brandon Daigle and designer Lauren Griffith.
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Seeking Sanctuary
In Aspen, architect Charles Cunniffe and his team dream up a family retreat that deftly traverses a challenging hillside terrain with unparalleled Rockies views.
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Serene Sophistication
A renovated Snowmass Village getaway by architect Alison Agley and designer Sarah Rankin embraces quiet colors and a chic European aesthetic.
ON THE COVER: Aspen Mountain views are framed by the great room’s wall of glass, courtesy of Quantum Windows & Doors, in a multigenerational getaway designed by architect Charles Cunniffe alongside project manager Erica Delak and interior designer Courtney Nystrom. Club chairs, a set of sofas and an accent chair and ottoman, all A.Rudin, provide ample seating around Holly Hunt tables. A Hubbardton Forge pendant stars as the space’s exclamation point. Page 162
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ART INSIDER
MAYA FRODEMAN GALLERY
After initially joining forces with established gallerist Tayloe Piggott, Maya Frodeman has become the new owner of Piggott’s well-loved Jackson Hole gallery. Frodeman may have given it a new name, but the gallery’s mission remains the same: continuing a deeprooted legacy of showcasing modern and contemporary art in multifaceted spaces. Here, Frodeman tells us more. mayafrodemangallery.com
How would you describe the Maya Frodeman Gallery? We are a contemporary art gallery with a focus on international artists of high acclaim in a wide variety of media ranging from painting to printmaking, textile arts, ceramics, furniture making, paper sculpture, jewelry and photography. Our voice is
strong and our programming is elegant and sophisticated. Come into our space, take a deep breath and let your eyes wander and explore.
What’s on your radar right now? Tom Hammick, a fabulous painter and printmaker from London; Dennis Lee Mitchell, who creates drama for the eye through smoke on paper; Suzy Spence, a painter with commentary on portraiture and the equestrian world; and a landscape-inspired painting exhibition called “Inherent Nature,” curated by artist Kathryn Lynch.
Describe your ethos. To share the love of art, a language throughout culture and time that connects us. Being part of this universal appreciation of the creative mind is an honor.
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ANNE-MARIE BARTON
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A self-proclaimed “rule-breaker,” Salt Lake City-based Anne-Marie Barton is a force in the world of design. Her recent collaboration with lighting company Visual Comfort & Co. is a case in point. Inspired by the earth, these eclectic designs feature organic materials such as molten metals, dried woods, stone and leathers. “Visual Comfort was hungry for something soulful and authentic to bring more emotion to their selection of lighting,” designer.
“My pieces are alluring, organic. offer warmth and a curiosity.” the Armise models, gold bracelet. “Just as jewelry outfit, lighting can be the final that space together,” says often the runway into her craft and artisanship, her collaboration is the luminaire describes as “a molten of fizzy nude and organically shaped glass, together a band of russet suede.” addressing volume in larger spaces, an room. And in addition Barton has also designed a variety of elevated side tables in which illumination incorporated into the furniture pieces as seen in the sculpted Runia model (right).
“The tables’
emotion to their selection of says the pieces are sultry and organic. They offer warmth and a sense of Take the Armise which emulate a cuff bracelet. “Just as jewelry finishes an outfit, can be the final element that pulls a space together,” says Barton, who often brings the runway into her designs. A fan of craft and her favorite piece in the collaboration is the Dune, a luminaire she describes as “a molten mass of nude and glass, strung by a band of russet suede.” Elegantly volume in spaces, it can span an entire room. And in addition to lighting, Barton has also a of elevated side tables in which illumination is into the furniture themselves,
“The tables’ organic shapes offer the rigor of the natural world combined with the refinement of the attached light fixture,” explains the designer.
with the refinement
“Practical can also be beautiful.” visualcomfort.com
MINDFUL DESIGN
SISTAIN
When Denver-based Jaclyn Tracy founded Sistain, a home goods online marketplace dedicated to nontoxic living (and a portmanteau for Sisters in Sustainability), her goal was to offer elevated solutions on how to live cleanly with a minimal footprint.
LUXE met with her to learn more about bringing sustainable living to the home. thesistain.com
Tell us about Sistain’s origin story. When I was building my wedding registry, I felt a desire for more transparency in the home goods space. For instance, there are 10 known harmful chemicals that can be present in cookware, toys or cleaning products. I wanted to give people options and educate consumers with a verified, Sistain-approved marketplace of nontoxic goods.
What products are you most excited about? There’s Coyuchi, who has beautiful nontoxic bedding and bath, and Ettitude, whose bamboo bedding uses regenerative resources. Others include Evolvetogether, a bath and body company with clean ingredients and compostable packaging, and No Tox Life Dish Block, a nontoxic replacement for dishwashing soap. I’m also excited about Good Hearted Woman and their Denver-made ceramics that are lead- and cadmium-free.
What’s next? We will continue our focus on functional and contemporary products with a timeless, elevated look, while expanding into cookware, furniture and the baby category. We will also deploy an AI copilot on all of our product pages to offer extensive information and resources.
TALKING SHOP
MOUNTAIN DANDY
“People just love coming in here,” says Mountain Dandy owner Christian Burch, who curates his stylish home goods shop with a rugged men’s-club vibe. “It’s so warm and cozy, yet rustic.” Located just off Jackson Hole’s main square, the boutique offers a variety of artisan products for the home that embody the spirit of the American West. One of four Jackson storefronts owned by Burch and his partner, John Frechette, the 3,800-square-foot shop offers a vast variety of chic goods. Reimagined vintage furniture plucked from estate sales throughout the Midwest mingles with Mongolian cashmere blankets and sheepskin rugs, while smaller offerings from barware to coffee-table books to ceramics merrily share shelves with Cire Trudon candles, Tina Frey resin bowls and a thoughtful collection of Western-style goods. When Burch and Frechette entered the home goods space 10 years ago, they went with their gut rather than a business plan, recalls Burch. The result? A loyal following of locals, visitors and interior designers, and a selection well-worth checking out. “We stay away from trends and instead focus on what we would want to have in our own home,” shares Burch. madejacksonhole.com
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THIS SPRING, GIVE BACK IN STYLE AT THESE CHARITABLE DESIGN EVENTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
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ROUND TOP DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE
Nestled on 2 acres and located just one mile from town square, the inaugural Round Top Designer Showhouse reimagines farmhouse living with a modern edge. Open March 20-April 5, during the famed Round Top Antiques Fair, this 3,500-square-foot custom dwelling celebrates sleek lines and elevated finishes for a timeless look. Ten acclaimed Texan designers—Marcus Mohon, Julie Dodson, Kara Childress and more—are bringing the interior and exterior spaces to life, showcasing their distinct styles.
SAN FRANCISCO DECORATOR SHOWCASE
On April 26, the San Francisco Decorator Showcase returns for its 46th iteration. This year, a century-old Pacific Heights home will be transformed by the region’s top designers, including Kelly Hohla and Geoffrey De Sousa. “The large roof deck will provide incredible opportunities for community engagement,” says Decorator Showcase Executive Director Stephanie Yee. Once again, the event will benefit the San Francisco University High School Financial Aid Program, having raised over $19 million for the cause since its inception. decoratorshowcase.org
“For the great room, I explored the relationship between antiques and contemporary living,” Mohon describes. “People come to Round Top first and foremost to shop for antiques. So, the show house needed a good dose of them.” The Austin designer further put his stamp on the space by incorporating pieces from his personal Round Top collection. “I’m pulling from my favorite finds that I’ve gathered from the fair over the years. This room is my own Round Top ‘best of’ album,” he muses.
The show house offers more than visual inspiration—proceeds support Camp For All, a nonprofit providing transformative camp experiences for both children and adults with illnesses, disabilities and special needs. roundtopdesignershowhouse.com
DESIGN ON A DIME
Starting April 23, New York’s Metropolitan Pavilion will host the 20th edition of Design on a Dime. The four-day event supports local nonprofit Housing Works, which helps provide communities with housing and healthcare. Helmed by co-chairs that include Alessandra Branca, Charlotte Moss, Miles Redd and Young Huh, to name a few, Design on a Dime’s model rooms will double as shoppable galleries at 50 to 80 percent off retail prices. “What began as a handful of designers at a Housing Works thrift store has evolved into an extensive fleet,” reflects founder and designer James “Ford” Huniford. housingworks.org
Designer Marcus Mohon’s sketch of his Round Top Designer Showhouse great room.
HAVE IT MADE
in the shade
When it comes to unique selling points, The Denver Shade Company has many. Namely, it is Colorado’s only outdoor living, sun control-based showroom and carries only top-of-the-line designer shading products, mostly from Europe. “Due to high energy costs, Europe has a particular focus on sun protection and innovates at a faster rate than we do domestically,”
Principal Jared Layton says. “Better engineering means better control over the elements and better-looking products.” With Colorado’s beautiful weather comes a very high sun index rating. It’s a challenge The Denver Shade Company easily manages with a wide range of automated shading systems. “The sun’s movement demands shading that is also in motion: tilting louvered roofs, retractable shade covers or even a vertical screen to shade the low western sun,” Layton says. The company’s newly expanded, state-of-the-art showroom invites clients to experience it all in person.
“ALL OF OUR PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY CURATED TO BE THE VERY BEST IN BOTH RELIABLE FUNCTIONALITY AND TOP-END DESIGN FEATURES.”
FIND IT AT THE DENVER SHADE COMPANY
SHADING STRUCTURES:
Automated shading systems with columns, beams, louvers, roofs and shades are all integrated into a single unit. Many include lights, speakers, rain and sun sensors, heaters and even mist cooling systems.
SHADING SYSTEMS FOR EXISTING STRUCTURES:
The Denver Shade Company’s team transforms existing structures, like pergolas and open steel beam designs, into fully functional outdoor living spaces. Motorized shading systems can help with direct sunlight, heat, rain and temperature.
SCREEN SHADES:
Retractable, automated screens drop down on the sides of a patio space to shield it from too much direct sun. Exterior screen shades are also extremely effective for controlling solar heat gain before the heat enters a window or door.
RETRACTABLE AWNINGS:
Folding shade systems allow for quick and easy remote-controlled shade. Enjoy the sunshine when desired, then welcome the shade at the push of a button.
RADAR
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Step inside LUXE’s spring issue where we’re celebrating inspiring landscapes, creatives having fun with color, design doing good and so much more.
Appalachian IDYLL
There is one project recently completed by architect Tim Adams in Cashiers, North Carolina, that reads as something plucked from a dream. “The property sits in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, bordered by national forest on one side, with a pretty meadow that runs down the middle of it,” says Adams, whose clients asked him to craft an idyllic vacation retreat capitalizing on those comprehensive views.
ACCESSORY STRUCTURES ENHANCE A BUCOLIC WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA COMPOUND, TIED TOGETHER BY MATERIALS AND DISTINGUISHED BY MOOD.
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From the beginning, Adams’ winecollecting clients requested a creative method to store treasured vintages. An ingenious solution emerged as landscape designer Alex Smith was softening the incline of the lot’s topography into a gentle slope, integrating a stone retaining wall to hold back plant material and soil. Everyone agreed on a wonderful opportunity: tucking the cellar directly into this new hillside, complete with an antiqued oval door.
The same indigenous Doggett Mountain eldstone Adams chose for the main home reappears here on the façade, while native plantings spill over the structure, blending seamlessly with the landscape. “It becomes a found experience, something very personal,” Adams says. The result is a golden-hour retreat where savoring a rare bottle feels even more special, where teak seating can easily whisk onto the pea gravel courtyard for impromptu picnics.
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“ Between the main house and the two guest cabins , we wanted to create three different experiences, three different languages.”
–TIM ADAMS
proportions complemented by hand-hewn ceiling beams and soft white plaster. Creating points of connection throughout the property was also a priority, so a guest bedroom in the main house (below) reflects a similar femininity.
Continuing threads of connection throughout the compound, Adams again used the same endemic stone on woodburning fireplaces in two guest cabins guarding the forest and meadow’s edges. “We wanted to create three different experiences, three different languages,” Adams says of this enchanting estate, which is set to be showcased in his upcoming monograph, Tradition Made New: Houses With a Sense of Soul and History (Rizzoli, September 2025). “One cabin feels more of the woods; the other, more of the meadow.” Meanwhile, interior designer Amanda Wyatt further differentiated the dwellings
through thematic touches. The woods cabin is darker and more grounded, while the meadow cabin (above) is brighter and airier, conjuring the European countryside through pale plaster, ivory textiles and botanical motifs. This lighter approach harks back to feminine spaces in the main house, including a guest bedroom dressed in cheery pinks (left). “It’s nice to have a space to get away that’s a little bit different,” Wyatt notes. “Much of this project was about moments of contrast, but everything works together.” tsadamsstudio.com, design-insider.com, alexsmithgardendesign.com
This Cashiers, North Carolina, estate by architect Tim Adams and designer Amanda Wyatt includes an outdoor wine cellar (previous page) and pair of cabins, each with a different material palette to reflect the destination. The meadow cabin (right) shines thanks to lofty
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LUXE spies fearlessly colorful interiors from coast to coast.
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“The rug was inspired by suiting fabric with superimposed flowers that pop off the surface. Conceptually, this den (right) was meant to feel ‘mod’ but in a modern sense, with very controlled color.” –Erick Espinoza, anthonybaratta.com
“We deliberately chose a neutral backdrop so that the serpentine sofa’s curves and pink color would burst onto the scene and draw you into the living room (below left).” –Julie Massucco Kleiner, massuccowarner.com
“The white linen-wrapped millwork featured in this home office (below middle) forms a soft canvas for a modern twist on the classic coastal blue and yellow color palette.” –Michael Cox, foleyandcox.com
“This sky-blue office (below right) doubles as a bedroom for the clients’ nieces and nephews. The emerald-green-striped circus ceiling isn’t visible on Zoom calls, but it’s a fun addition for young visitors sleeping over!” –Isy Runsewe, isysinteriors.com
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FOREVER YOUNG
TODAY’S TOP TALENTS ARE CRAFTING KIDS’ SPACES BRIMMING WITH DESIGN IDEAS FOR ALL AGES.
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Christopher Farr Cloth’s La Jungle swathes the walls and ceiling of this Bedford, New York, bunk room designed by Brittany Bromley, continuing onto the lower bunk bed curtains. Taconic Builders crafted the custom millwork, which is painted Benjamin Moore’s New Born’s Eyes.
“Our brief was to create something fun and whimsical that didn’t take itself too seriously and managed to be durable and re ective of the home’s overall aesthetic,” shares designer Brittany Bromley of the multipurpose bunk room she designed in Bedford, New York. Bromley’s vision for the space (which would cater to games and crafts, homework sessions, movie nights and sleepover parties), was to offset a generous deployment of energetic colors and patterns with sophisticated furniture silhouettes and elevated lighting.
In turn, an envelope of hand-printed wallpaper bedecked with leopards and elephants sets the stage for a navy, green and sky palette popped with clean white and warm rattan accents that blend masculine with feminine, and youthful with elegant. The wallpaper also brings balance to the unusual dimensions of the space, which is tucked under a pitched roof. “Had we chosen to stop the paper before the eaves, the ceiling would have stood out and been plain by comparison. By having the pattern climb, we took advantage of the architectural detailing.” The nished mix, Bromley declares, makes for “everyone’s favorite room in the house!” bbromleyinteriors.com
Peter Dunham Textiles’ prints cover the sofa and chairs in the bunk room. A Currey & Company pendant hangs above, tying to the rattan Serena & Lily bistro chair at the Rove Concepts homework table (right). The rug is Fibreworks.
“I’m a Virgo, so I take my organization very seriously,” shares designer Sasha Bikoff. Naturally, she tapped her longtime collaborator, California Closets, to outfit her son Dino’s playroom in East Hampton, New York, with workhorse built-ins.
“It’s always great to work with California Closets; they tackle the technicals so that I can focus on the design, and together we fine-tune,” Bikoff says. The resulting program—a clever combination of open and closed storage concealing all manner of kiddie clutter—is as hardworking as it is fun to look at.
One side of the room features twin closets with a pulldown bed tucked between, while the other side holds ample drawers and cubbies—as well as a workspace for mom. “I incorporated a desk because I imagine designing while Dino plays,” she muses. “The success to being both kid-friendly and sophisticated is to create an environment that you and your child can equally enjoy.” The fact that the room’s inspiration is the family’s beloved vacation destination (the multitone blues were plucked from the nearby bay, the oranges and yellows evoke East End sunsets and the ceramic veggie knobs nod to the Hamptons’ iconic farm stands) further cements the space as one for all ages to enjoy. sashabikoff.com
Benjamin Moore’s Mystical Blue, Tidal Wave and Clearest Ocean Blue create a color-block effect on designer Sasha Bikoff’s custom California Closets storage system. The shelf and play table are both Nestig and the rug is Sasha Bikoff for Flor.
For this playroom and little girl’s bedroom in Larchmont, New York, designer Chauncey Boothby employed a “playful yet subtly sophisticated palette” to craft a fairy-tale ambiance with timeless appeal. Hushed pink paint wraps the ocularly-shaped bedroom (which is located, fittingly, in a turret of the home), while creams, gray-greens and more soft pinks envelope the third-floor playroom. There, Boothby went all-in on storybook fantasy, crafting a scalloped tent valance to hide a projector and movie screen, and stashing an adorable built-in dollhouse behind a petite doorway.
“As the girls outgrow their kid furniture, those pieces can be moved out and the rooms will become chic sleeping and sitting areas in their tweens and teens. It’s a perfect haven for them to socialize,” Boothby continues. “When designing children’s rooms, I always look to accessories and other ‘smalls’ to create a youthful vibe, but pair them against beautiful wallpapers, fabrics, and in this case, lighting fixtures, that they can grow into and are not stereotypically childish.” chaunceyboothby.com
Aleta’s Bouquet Jal wallpaper was the jumping-off point for the playroom (above), which designer Chauncey Boothby paired with a Couristan rug, Poppie chairs and a Milton & Goose tables. Farrow & Ball’s Pink Ground decorates the bedroom walls alongside a pendant by The Urban Electric Co. and an RH Baby & Child crib.
GARDEN DELIGHTS
A PAIR OF GOLDEN STATE LANDSCAPES START WITH THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT.
WRITTEN BY KELLY PHILLIPS BADAL AND MARY JO BOWLING
California is known for seamless indooroutdoor living, so it’s fitting that when looking to create a harmonious, integrated experience between house and garden, a landscape designer would consider a dwelling’s architecture. Such was the case for these two projects, and although one was sparked by a midcentury gem and the other by classic Mediterranean style, both are studies in serenity.
SoCal Sanctuary
Los Angeles is a hothouse of midcentury abodes, often with striking landscaping to match. So, after Patricia Benner’s client purchased a 1963 Buff, Straub and Hensman dwelling, the landscape architect immediately envisioned aligning the garden spaces with its modernist roots. The owner, committed to preserving the
home’s architectural integrity, “was all about cozy, beautiful and restful gardens, and had a definite idea about the mood she wanted,” notes Benner. A meditative interior courtyard—shaded by a partial roof—became the serene centerpiece of the project. Linear wood slats play off the home’s interior details and warm up the space; Boston ivy traces the walls, and a boulder was fashioned into a water element. Fluffy tufts of Irish moss billow around pavers and bonsai-like juniper trees nod to a Japanese garden design aesthetic. “We focused on layering different textures of plant material to create a sense of perspective within each space,” she muses, pointing out the kinetic nature of her choices. “This is a richly textured but also very simple sanctuary—a word we used again and again while creating it.” benner-design.com
In a midcentury modern L.A. home’s inner courtyard, a Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan rocking chair is situated beside a firepit and boulder-turned-water element, both the work of Roger Hopkins Stone Sculptors. Views of an enclosed side garden (left) are visible from the client’s bedroom and bath.
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Refuge in Napa
When landscape designer Tim O’Shea began crafting this St. Helena garden, he looked to his clients’ love of travel and their classic Mediterranean-style home for inspiration. “The residence is like an Italian villa in wine country,” he notes. O’Shea gave the project formal structure and symmetry—hallmark characteristics of Mediterranean gardens—using the column-like forms of sycamore trees to create allées and rows of boxwood to define spaces—important concepts for the couple who enjoy entertaining and dining outside. “When you create a beautiful garden, people enjoy looking at it,” the designer says. “But when you define rooms within the landscape, they can immediately understand how to use it. It creates an instant intimacy with the land.” Thus, there are clearly designated spots for small daily rituals like morning coffee as well as larger spaces for alfresco dinner parties. Amidst this order, there is also a profound sense of peace. “Elements such as low stone walls and bold but simple plant combinations create a restful environment,” notes O’Shea. “It becomes a place of refuge.” green17design.com
Landscape designer Tim O’Shea created defined spaces in this Mediterranean-inspired St. Helena garden by using rows of sycamore trees and boxwood (left). A kumquat tree is planted in an antique pot from Living Green (below and bottom left).
Open up to Spirit of Place
SWEET CHARITY
On the occasion of a milestone anniversary, LUXE celebrates the life-changing work of Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, as well as the Decorator Show House and the dynamic design community that supports it all.
WRITTEN BY JUDITH NASATIR
The Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, a non-profit dedicated to improving kids’ lives in the Bronx, New York, often depends on the kindness of strangers. A unique synergy with its patrons though, changes destiny even further. Instrumental to Kips Bay’s mission is its bond with the design community, as evident in a half century of Kips Bay Decorator Show Houses, feted in a new book, and the club’s 10 facilities.
The growth of design industry involvement reveals the force multiplier of this charity’s
leadership—specifically executive director Daniel Quintero and Nazira Handal, director of special events and corporate partnerships, board president (and New York Design Center CEO and president) James Druckman, and board members like designer Ellie Cullman, who spearheaded a club culinary center. With Kips Bay show houses in Palm Beach and Dallas now joining the New York flagship, romancing the home is the gift that keeps on giving. Today, the club enhances the lives of 11,000-plus kids ages 6-18 with training in life skills, the arts, STEM subjects and more. How’s that for beauty? kipsbay.org
It’s Golden
A NEW BOOK SHOWCASES THE KIPS BAY DECORATOR SHOW HOUSE AT 50.
There’s nothing in the world like the Kips Bay Decorator Show House, both for its annual presentation of American design and decorative finesse at its most imaginative as for its ongoing devotion to the Bronx charity that gives it purpose. A new book, Iconic Rooms: Kips Bay New York Decorator Show House at 50, celebrates this half century of superlative beauty with glorious photos of iconic rooms from the 1970s to the present and brief essays by the club’s leadership and luminaries from the design world.
Developed and produced by Sandow Bo oks in partnership with Gibbs Smith
NOTABLES
JSM Builders
Building a home builds a future. For more than two decades, JSM has been dedicated to constructing exceptional custom mountain homes with a commitment to making the process easy and trustworthy—that’s the JSM difference.
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Noah David Wetzel
Wetzel’s Redemption at Chad’s Gap captures freeskiing icon Tanner Hall floating a massive 360 over the infamous Chad’s Gap in Alta, Utah—where Hall suffered a horrific crash in 2005. Created in a limited edition of 250, this image showcases a remarkable moment of triumphant return in the sport of skiing. Explore all of Wetzel’s award-winning fine art photography. wetzelgallery.com
Kitchen Distributors
Trusted kitchen experts since 1953, Kitchen Distributors is a family-owned business in the Colorado design community. Their passionate designers turn kitchen dreams into reality as their world-class team looks forward to continuing to serve their clientele for years to come.
kitchendistributors.com
Beck’s Silk Plant Company
Beck’s Silk Plant Company specializes in the highest quality artificial flowers and foliage, including trees, plants, palms, floral arrangements and decorative accessories for the home or commercial space. beckssilkplant.com
ROOM TO GATHER.
Entertaining should feel effortless, so imagine your ideal setting.
At the Denver Design District, we share your desire to gather in exceptional spaces. The Rocky Mountain West relies on our expertise, our resources, and our impeccable sense of style. Discover our showrooms and schedule an appointment at denverdesign.com.
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J WILEY DESIGNS, LLC
Jenifer Wiley, ASID, NKBA, NARI OWNER AND PRINCIPAL
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972.330.4480 jwileydesigns
One of the most interesting and exciting aspects of a truly creative person is their innate need to be always learning, growing and pushing boundaries. And so it is with Jenifer Wiley, Owner and Principal of J Wiley Designs. Over the past 14 years, the award-winning interior designer and her Dallas-based firm have built an outstanding reputation for designing beautiful, functional, highly personal homes with a big dash of surprise and delight. Today, Wiley and her skilled team are enthusiastically expanding their reach to encompass new locales and groundbreaking projects. “Historically, our work has focused on the Dallas-Fort Worth area
but, as of late, we’ve been getting more requests for ranches and second homes in other parts of Texas as well as around the country,” Wiley says. Known within the Lone Star State for their design expertise, collaborative approach, exacting eye for detail and innovative use of color and texture that can take a client out of their comfort zone in exhilarating ways, Wiley and her team are looking to bring their unique expertise and dynamism to Colorado. “Having so many wonderful resources at our disposal, we are eager to flex our creative muscles with something fresh and fun,” Wiley muses. “A favorite dream project of ours is taking on a cabin in the mountains!”
ASK THE EXPERT
Describe your unique style. Although our designs are most inspired by our clients’ tastes, personalities and lifestyles, we tend to lean into classic, clean lines that are current, yet timeless.
To this point, what has been your greatest success?
As a business owner, my greatest success and biggest pride point is the rock-star team I’ve built. Looking back to where I started, my heart swells with gratitude when I see how the members of my team are growing and thriving in their careers and professional development.
What’s on the horizon?
Because our firm thrives on the idea that a successful world includes skilled women from all backgrounds, we have lofty goals of developing a version of our company that teaches work skills to under-employed women so that they can support themselves and their families while creating the opportunity for personal and generational growth.
Left Custom metalwork invigorates this sophisticated space where family and friends will gather in comfort and style.
Photography + Headshot Michael Wiltbank
Grand entrances are the only kind we make
MARKET
Feast your eyes on gorgeous textiles, a plethora of exciting design finds, chic outdoor furnishings and a dreamy alfresco tablescape.
Clockwise from top right: Bahia Fabric in Lemon by Serena Dugan
Fabric in Euphorbia / houseofhackney.com Lucia Fabric in Seafoam by Nathan Turner / jamesshowroom.com Canvas Chenille in 07 Gold by S. Harris / fabricut.com Shantung Silhouette Sisal Wallpaper in Yellow / schumacher.com Mystique Fabric in Citrine by Peter Fasano / johnrosselli.com Bursa Willow Fabric in Peacock by Ferran Textiles / johnrosselli.com Benjamin Moore Majestic Blue and Tranquil Blue Paint / benjaminmoore.com 60 Oaks Fabric in Buttery Blue by Isobel / studiofournyc.com Linara Fabric in Jonquil / romo.com Vista Fabric in Seafoam /
It’s All in How You Frame It.
Bring the natural textures of the outdoors into the interior with Feeney®’s DesignRail® resin infill options with organic embedded materials.
Welcome to the World of Feeney, where our designer custom options make it easy for you to create your own masterpiece, all while keeping it perfectly within frame.
Reach out to a Feeney Design Specialist to learn more: design@feeneyinc.com
COBALT + COTTON + SKY
Clockwise from top: Benjamin Moore Mistral and Cumulus Cotton Paint / benjaminmoore.com Lunar Dot Fabric in Ivory by Kravet Basics / kravet.com Hedgehog Fabric in Denim White with Neisha Crosland / schumacher.com Fresh Air Sheer in Blanca / perennialsfabrics.com Malachite Wallpaper in Sky by Harlequin / sandersondesigngroup.com Luster Linen in 01987 Chambray by Trend / fabricut.com Dorset Fabric in Ocean by Cowtan & Tout / cowtan.com Medina Fabric in Indigo / pierrefrey.com Vita Fabric in Blue by Décors Barbares for Namay Samay / johnrosselli.com Enzo Print Fabric in Coastal / schumacher.com Arene Santorin Fabric in 006 (on button) / metaphores.com Linara Fabric in Surf (on button) / romo.com Jenga Fabric in 104 Marine by Stroheim / fabricut.com Ishi Fabric in Ice Blue / perennialsfabrics.com Arene Santorin Fabric in 006 / metaphores.com
TERRA COTTA + BUFF + MELON
Clockwise from top right: Seaweed Fabric in Birch / salvesengraham.com Ishi Fabric in Shell / perennialsfabrics.com Lunaria Fabric in Blush on Terracotta with Drusus Tabor / schumacher.com Iford Floral Fabric in Sienna Pink by Kate Loudoun Shand (on button) / studiofournyc.com Scarlet Stripe in Blush / thibautdesign.com Nurole Sheer in Bianco / coraggio.com Agafay Fabric in Terracotta / pierrefrey.com Comfort Zone Fabric in Desert Rose / perennialsfabrics.com Leni Stripe Woven Sheer in Potter’s Pink by Imogen Heath / studiofournyc.com Regia Fabric in Paprika / thibautdesign.com Loxley Fabric in Ivory by GP & J Baker / kravet.com Pittura Fabric in Blush by Clarke & Clarke / kravet.com Iford Floral Fabric in Sienna Pink by Kate Loudoun Shand / studiofournyc.com Linara Fabric in Serandite / romo.com Benjamin Moore Pink Moiré and San Antonio Rose Paint / benjaminmoore.com Prisma Fabric in Blush / thibautdesign.com
COLOR CUES
INTERIORS FROM OUR REGIONAL ISSUES OFFER FRESH PALETTES FOR SPRING. PRODUCED BY SARAH SHELTON
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Behold a daring Manhattan kitchen designed by Anthony Baratta and Erick Espinoza that proves the timeless combination of blue and white is always ripe for reinterpretation. anthonybaratta.com Counterclockwise from top left: Norma Wall Mirror with Megan Molten / Price upon request / cooperclassics.com Pumo Lamp with Fabio Novembre in Blue / $245 / kartell.com Katya 8990F Rug in Blue/Beige/ Price upon request / feizy.com Silhouette Dining Table / Price upon request / bernhardt.com USM
Bright Idea
Kemble Interiors infused a Palm Beach villa with Sunshine State-appropriate colors: cheery yellow and soft shades reminiscent of the sea, resulting in a mood-boosting space for all to enjoy. kembleinteriors.com
from top right: Calvari Performance Fabric in Limone with Veronique de Soultrait / Price upon request / christopherfarrcloth.com Greek Key Mirror in Sugar Bag Light by Farrow & Ball / Price upon request / studio-atkinson.com Curtain Call 3 Seater Sofa in Sky Laidback Linen / Price upon request / nicolaharding.com Citron Bowl / $437 / caitlinwilson.com Carson End Table in Gold / Price upon request / chelseahouseinc.com Joie de Vivre Tibetan Knot Rug / Price upon request / perennialsfabrics.com Murphy Table Lamp with Yellow Shibori Linen Empire Shade and Yellow Ceramic Base / $325 / us.pooky.com
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FAMILY AFFAIR
AUSTRALIAN-BORN OUTDOOR FURNISHINGS COMPANY HARBOUR CONTINUES TO MAKE ITS MARK STATESIDE.
WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL
“We’re a family effort,” says Nicholas Condos, chief creative officer of Harbour, the outdoor furniture company founded by his father, in Sydney, in 1976. While Nicholas leads design, his brother, Harrison, CEO, oversees manufacturing.
“Our father was a blacksmith by trade, and while we’ve expanded his ideas, we’re
committed to his principles of simplicity and functionality,” he adds. The Condos’ shared vision is also rooted in their Mediterranean ancestry. “We spend a lot of time outdoors with our family, and we want our pieces to offer the same sense of comfort for other families, too.”
Headquartered in California since 2012, the brothers divide their time between Los Angeles, New York and Sydney, while spending part of the year in Asia and Europe. “Travel inspires us— architecture, hotels, fashion—and our new collections tell stories about different destinations,” says Nicholas. Originally crafted in aluminum, today Harbour offers teak and stone pieces, as well as
in Asia and “Travel us—
upholstered seating, and launched six new collections this year alone. “I’m really excited about the fresh curves of the Chloe Collection, while the Palm Beach Collection speaks to our expertise in materiality.” The company also recently partnered with Sunbrella on a line of fabrics, which includes plush velvets and chenilles—a rarity for outdoor seating. “Giving customers the ability to make our designs their own,” Nicholas explains, “is especially satisfying.” shopharbour.com
PHOTOS: COURTESY HARBOUR.
Harbour’s new Chloe Collection (pictured) includes a sculptural teak-framed coffee table. Nicholas (standing) and Harrison Condos lead the outdoor furniture company today.
This Isn’t Wood. This is Fortina.
Fortina is a remarkable architectural system that looks and feels like real wood, but is made with aluminum and a hyper-realistic non-PVC surface.
Available in over 100+ wood and metal finishes and 50+ profiles for interior and exterior applications. Now with integral lighting as well as larger, up to 2" x 12" profiles.
OUT & ABOUT
UP THE ANTE ON OUTDOOR LIVING WITH NEW AND INNOVATIVE FINDS THAT DELIVER ON COMFORT AND STYLE.
PRODUCED BY KATHRYN GIVEN AND SARAH SHELTON
Did you hear? Tuuci, the Miami-based manufacturer known for ultra-posh umbrellas and pergolas, has debuted outdoor furniture. The Sail Collection (pictured), which lives up to its name with a spinnaker weave upholstery treatment, is one of four new lines created by founder, CEO and designer Dougan Clarke. tuuci.com
Not all umbrellas are created equal. Dreamed up by Henrik Pedersen for Gloster, the Ambient Sol tures a chic, all-weather wicker canopy with a builtLED light that provides a warm glow as the sun goes down, making this shade accessory a double-duty workhorse gloster.com
created Dreamed up Henrik Pedersen for the Ambient Sol features a all-weather wicker canopy with a builtin LED that a warm as the sun goes this shade accessory a
Tom Dixon is taking his industrial design sensibility outside—a first for the company—with the Groove collection. The curvy and coiled aluminum silhouettes embody an Art Deco flair across chairs, tables and stools in shades Putty (pictured) and Moss. tomdixon.net
Behold Jeffrey Alan Marks’ Asilomar Outdoor Wall
Lighting is one of the brand’s fastestgrowing and this boasts a special synthetic wicker that won’t fade or split—standing up to the elements and the test of time.
Alan Marks’ Asilomar Pendant for Palecek. the brand’s fastestcategories, and this unique piece non-toxic, recyclable that won’t fade or to the elements and palecek.com
Adding to its colorful trove of fabrics and wallpapers, Thibaut has launched outdoorfriendly rugs for all manner of alfresco living. The preppy New England-inspired striped designs (above) are named after Newport and Nantucket, respectively, while other styles are ideal for mountain or city living. thibautdesigns.com
PALM BEACH CHIC
IN HONOR OF HIS FORTHCOMING BOOK, DESIGNER MARSHALL WATSON SHARES A SPECTACULAR OUTDOOR RETREAT WITH LUXE.
Travel the country in high style in Marshall Watson: De ning Elegance, the designer’s latest tome, which takes readers on a decorating journey from one sophisticated scheme to the next. The wide range of spaces prove just how adept Watson is at crafting re ned, pared-down interiors that remain layered and full of life. For a Palm Beach project (pictured), Watson and his team transformed a
once-sad spec home into an inspired and beautiful Mediterranean Revival abode. Below, the designer shares his distinct take on this one-of-a-kind residence.
As for our approach: My partner, Kate Reid, and I agreed that the success of the interiors relied on certain inviolate principles. First and foremost, the house had to be authentically, unmistakably, “Palm Beach.” From tropical Jazz Age
panache to 1950s swank, from Moroccan romance to Persian exoticism, our design would precisely re ect the locale’s worldly sensibility. We wanted the home to be inviting, witty, and stylish, but free of anything trivial. The idea was to preserve a measure of the formality typical of the local style in its heyday. marshallwatsoninteriors.com, rizzoliusa.com
Surrounded by lush flora and fauna, a Palm Beach pool cabana features a bold interweaving of colors and materials, providing the perfect perch for a fabulous fête.
Verde Sim Dinner Plate by Ivo Angel / $53 Granada Napkin in Thistle / $174 for four
Cirql Nu Armchair with Werner Aisslinger / Price upon request dedon.de
FIRST ANNUAL
Texas Designer Showhouses is thrilled to present the inaugural Round Top Designer Showhouse, benefiting Camp for All, which opens to the public on March 20 and coincides with the Round Top Antiques Show.
Eight of Texas’ top designers will transform the home and landscaping, incorporating state-of-the-art materials, products and furnishings that will inspire ideas for your own home.
MARCH 20 – APRIL 5, 2025 |
ROUND TOP, TEXAS
Tickets on sale now at RoundTopDesignerShowhouse.com or at the door. roundtopdesignershowhouse
FEATURED DESIGNERS:
✦ Marcus Mohon (Austin)
✦ Kara Childress (Houston)
✦ Julie Dodson (Houston)
✦ Kurt Bielawski (Dallas)
✦ Darla Bankston May (Houston)
✦ Renea Abbott (Houston)
✦ Staci Steidley (Dallas)
✦ Susan Semmelmann (Dallas)
✦ LB Walden (Landscape: Houston)
From custom window treatments to upholstery, bedding, rom and more, we’re your one-stop shop for custom decorating. Enjoy free design advice every step of the way. Start today njoy at calicocorners.com!
ENGINEERED HARDWOOD
Explore the beauty and durability of our engineered hardwood flooring at our Denver showroom. We offer a wide selection, from unfinished options that allow for custom staining to stunning prefinished varieties in a range of colors and finishes. Experience the exceptional quality and find the perfect fit for your home with lengths available up to an impressive 30 feet.
LIVING
KITCHEN + BATH
Tour the dreamy Connecticut estate that designer Jeffrey Alan Marks imbued with light, color and effortless West Coast style.
The colorful hues of designer Jeffrey Alan Marks’ Plain English kitchen, with dual islands painted Mushy Peas, are tempered by white lacquering and oak planks from New England Custom Floors. The sconce is from The Urban Electric Co.
California Calling
When the opportunity struck to purchase a 1928 Georgian Manor-style home in Greenwich—once decorated by his personal icon, Billy Baldwin—designer Jeffrey Alan Marks packed up his life in Montecito, California, energized by the prospect of test driving the Connecticut idyll and restoring the residence to its former grandeur. Naturally, one such home needed a showstopping kitchen at its heart.
“The house merited this very interesting kitchen,” muses Marks. The designer teamed up with Plain English (“their clean lines and
simple yet elevated cabinetry matched the legacy of the property perfectly,” he notes) to craft a layered space defined by a blue, green and pink palette—a request from his five-year-old daughter, James, that proved surprisingly sophisticated.
The challenge: Bringing an airy disposition to the room’s dark, patrician architecture. “By adding a large picture window over the sink, gallons of high-gloss white paint on tongueand-groove siding, and window screens to enclose the bar, the space became breathable,” he explains. And oh, what a bar it is.
A breakfast nook off the kitchen is enlivened by collected artworks. The banquette is clad in Loro Piana velvet and joins a Richard Wrightman table, Paul Ferrante pendant and Paul Smith for The Rug Company rug.
Photo by Aaron Leitz
More glossy paint—this time emerald green, gives the feel of an old-timey pub room. Another star detail is the cocktail serving island Marks fashioned from an oversized antique French laundry basket purchased on a whim. “We spend a lot of time in there as a family; it’s cozy and intimate,” Marks re ects. “And whenever we have parties, it’s the room that everyone gravitates towards.” Coziness similarly de nes the breakfast nook, a sunken space off the kitchen where casual meals are enjoyed reside, ensconced in a green velvet banquette that echoes the tones of the bar.
The living room, trimmed with Baldwin’s original moldings, graces the cover of Marks’ new monograph This Is Home (Rizzoli).
Featuring an array of residences for repeat clients, the tome explores the idea that we don’t stay in multi-generational dwellings as our ancestors did—we move and change with the people we call home as compass. Practicing what he preaches, Marks recently sold the Connecticut property, embarking on a California comeback and leaving a transformed piece of history for its next lucky stewards.
Living Laboratory
“I have always loved to garden, so elevating the outdoor spaces was a real passion project for me,” shares Marks of his property’s transformation. “The original owner in the 1920s treated the grounds with meticulous care, and I’m so happy they survived the past century,” he notes, pointing to a vast green lawn with meandering seating areas, a “play garden” favored by James and the family puppy, a magnificent array of old growth lilac trees and a 100-year-old sunken English garden. There, injecting his signature flair, Marks composed an outdoor dining room rimmed with espaliers “to give structure” and dotted with boxwoods in woven planters designed in collaboration with his longtime partner,
Palecek. Known for their emphasis on natural materials and traditional artisanal techniques, the Bay Area-based brand has collaborated with Marks since 2012, finding common ground in their shared coastal-chic ethos and attention to detail. “I love mixing my pieces into the garden. Right now, I’m experimenting with 10 different types of ropes for a new collection in development with Palecek,” shares the designer, as he preps for his West Coast move. “It is a testing ground for all of my exterior product collections. People think California sun is tough, but I’m learning from the seasons here what will last and what won’t!” jeffreyalanmarks.com, palecek.com
A Palecek lantern and chairs alongside a Sutherland table create a dining destination within Marks’ English-inspired garden. More of the designer’s home can be seen in his new monograph, This Is Home (below).
Indoor-outdoor living works best when the plans for a home’s outdoor spaces are made at the same time as the interior ones. Phil Steinhauer, Landscape Architect and CEO of Designscapes Colorado, says, “The conversation between landscape architects and interior designers is critical when considering the overall design of a house. Outdoor living spaces have become true extensions of the home. When done well, they reflect the same style and use many of the same materials—so the spaces blend consistently and flow easily.” Designscapes Colorado loves to work closely with clients and believes in hands-on collaboration. Steinhauer says, “We take clients to visit showrooms, review our past projects and touch samples during the design process. We feel it’s important for clients to be involved and to see and feel the materials we’re installing in their spaces so that we can create landscapes they will love.”
Top Trends
When it comes to today’s trends in outdoor design, Steinhauer says his team is seeing lots of requests for luxury upgrades to conventional cooking capabilities as well as new areas for games and play. “Outdoor kitchens are designed now to rival those of an interior kitchen—and the choices are nearly endless,” he says. “The options for outdoor appliances include griddles, pizza ovens, warming drawers, hibachi grills and much more.” Another popular request is for fire pits or fireplaces, as they are loved for their functionality in providing heat as well as their ambiance. As for games, “tennis courts, sport courts and putting greens have always been popular, and now we are also seeing m ore requests for pickleball and bocce ball courts. The most unusual recent installation was of a padel court—a racquet game that is popular in Italy.”
Top In this poolside retreat, symmetrically placed fire bowls and a cascading waterfall connect the spa and pool. Right A classic L-shaped outdoor kitchen maximizes space and functionality. Far right A long view across the garden of the bluestone fire pit and patio with flower plantings.
Photography Derek Johnson
AS A DESIGN-BUILD FIRM, WE WORK WITH OUR IN-HOUSE TEAM OF MASONS, CARPENTERS AND CRAFTSMEN TO CREATE UNIQUE OUTDOOR SPACES.”
Designs By Sundown
Outdoor environments that look amazing but are rarely used are not living up to their potential. The team at Designs by Sundown ensures the luxurious spaces they design are also inviting, livable and easy to use. President and Design Director Adam Hallauer explains, “To us, luxury is about effortless functionality. We create spaces that function like indoor rooms. From fire elements to outdoor furniture, our designs are tailored to fit each client’s needs and best suit the ways they entertain. Our goal is to make it easy for clients to transition into their outdoor spaces and, if desired, to turn on their fire with the push of a button.” One technique the team uses to connect indoor and outdoor spaces is the use of the same or similar materials. Hallauer says, “This creates an intentional transition between areas. We also focus on thoughtful connectivity to create an easy flow between spaces.”
Keeping Care
Hallauer emphasizes to clients that their outdoor environments need continued love and attention. “The landscapes we create are not ‘set it and forget it’ designs. These organic spaces require ongoing upkeep and care as they evolve. It’s important to emphasize the value of maintaining these landscapes to clients so that they protect and preserve their investment in their outdoor spaces.”
Signature Service
As a full-service company, Designs by Sundown offers “everything our clients could possibly need for their outdoor spaces—from top designers and hardscapes to maintenance and outdoor furniture.” Hallauer adds, “Our white-glove service sets us apart. Clients only need one point of contact with our dedicated team and we handle everything else. Our clients lead busy lives, so we make it our mission to respect their time and make things easy.”
Top This farmhouse outside of Denver combines rural and modern influences alongside rich layers and textures. The water feature is built to resemble a natural stream. Far left A contemporary cabana is beautifully framed by native perennials that evoke the essence of a natural prairie. Center Collaborating with the exceptional builder Diamond Homes was critical to creating this space, both cozy and serene with an easy flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. Left An English-style courtyard exemplifies the beauty of a well-maintained landscape, from meticulously shaped topiaries to lush groundcover.
Photography Top, Far left + Center by Ron Ruscio; Left by Emily Redfield
Oftentimes, satisfying design comes from delivering on unusual client requests. The team at Outdoor Craftsmen excels at popular asks like multi-season spaces with outdoor kitchens, fire features and wellness-focused amenities like saunas and cold plunge pools, plus they have the opportunity to build more unique environments. President Scott Deemer says, “Recent projects include natural swimming pools filtered by plants, cold plunges seamlessly integrated into streams and custom metalwork combined with boulders in retaining walls.”
The team is known for their louvered mechanical roofs and sustainable, chemical-free water filtration systems. “They allow clients to enjoy functional and beautiful spaces that stand out for their creativity and engineering,” says Chris Holthouser, Vice President and Design Director. “We are proud of our innovative approach—integrating artistry with sustainability.”
Tech Benefits
The team is proud of how they have incorporated cutting-edge technology to create “smart, intuitive indoor-outdoor spaces.” Deemer explains, “Automated lighting systems, temperature-controlled water features and motorized louvered roofs provide effortless functionality and comfort. Smart irrigation systems ensure optimal water usage, while outdoor audio and visual systems offer easy entertainment. Technology also plays a role in long-term sustainability, with features like app-controlled climate systems and energyefficient designs that reduce environmental impact while enhancing convenience and usability for our clients.”
Green Design
“Sustainability is at the core of our design philosophy,” Holthouser adds. “We prioritize eco-friendly practices by using drought-tolerant plants, chemical-free filtration systems and smart irrigation technologies. Our designs integrate natural materials and long-lasting construction to minimize environmental impact. Features like natural swimming pools, permeable hardscapes and energy-efficient outdoor lighting ensure our projects align with green living goals.”
Top A meandering stream flows through this lush garden and leads to a peaceful koi pond that brings movement, sound and life to the space. Right Fire and water come together in this modern feature to create a warm, inviting space that draws people in for memorable evenings outdoors. Far right The ultimate outdoor spa experience, this earth house sauna, soaking tub and water feature blend into the landscape while offering relaxation and rejuvenation.
COLLABORATION IS AT THE HEART OF EVERY PROJECT. WE LISTEN TO CLIENT IDEAS AND SHAPE A VISION THAT REFLECTS THEIR LIFESTYLE.”
Architecture: Brandon Daigle, N38 Architecture
Interior Design: Lauren Griffith, Alma Interiors
Home Builder: Matt Flicek, Mountain Modern Builders
Landscape Architecture: Charlie Kees, Field Studio Landscape Architects
NATIVE MATERIALS
In Wyoming, a modern ranch house of steel, reclaimed wood and rammed earth pays homage to its stunning surroundings.
WRITTEN BY LIZ ARNOLD
PHOTOGRAPHY BY AARON KRAFT
Alove of land, stone and the earth itself hard-launched the vision for this retreat in northeastern Wyoming graced with long-range views of the Black Hills mountains. The site’s statuesque sandstone outcroppings—rock formed in the early-to-mid Cretaceous period—were a particular draw for the homeowners, a couple with backgrounds in geology. These sculptural stone formations ultimately helped dictate where the residence would be sited, says landscape architect Charlie Kees, noting how the driveway is designed to wind through them. In turn, the rugged surroundings inspired the residence’s weighty architectural material palette, which stars two rammed-earth walls that bisect the house and serve as subtly dramatic backdrops across two levels. “They’re like an extrusion of the earth rising up out of the ground,” describes architect Brandon Daigle of the dwelling’s standout features. “They’re monolithic and massive. It really speaks to our clients’ interests that we built their home—this modern rustic ranch that blends contemporary and western design features—around these two structures.”
Imagined as a legacy property for the couple, who have six children, the rammed-earth walls flank the main-level great room as well as an inviting bar space and dining area. On the lower level, they line the spacious family room and a guest bedroom, wine room and theater. These hefty hand-crafted structures, which extend 60 feet in length and up to 34 feet at their highest point, are compacted with a customized mixture of soil and sand which, through the ramming process, organically creates a wave-like pattern. The complex endeavor was also utilized on the exterior to form columns that support the roof and line the home’s suspended deck, notes general contractor Matt Flicek. “All told, we used about a million pounds of rammed earth,” he recalls, “and it completely transformed this house.”
The gently undulating stripes of the walls were also designer Lauren Griffith’s launching point for the interiors. “The palette of the rammed earth dictated everything from wood tones to tiles,” she says, pointing out how the hues shift in the sunlight. “They can go from golden to a warm
tan and almost to a chocolate brown, and look very much like earth strata.” To allow the natural gradient of colors to shine, Griffith complemented them with other warm neutral finishes, like the white oak flooring chosen for the common areas and the aged limestone of the kitchen. She selected a different stone tile in each of the home’s 11 bathrooms, but maintained the same cabinetry throughout the home for continuity. Otherwise, the designer cultivated an elevated yet relaxed environment that brings together a range of tactile textures: See the chic Venetian plaster of the great room’s fireplace and the kitchen’s hood; the interlocking pattern of the concrete tile on the downstairs family room’s hearth; the grass-cloth wallcovering incorporated into various bedroom walls. Furnishings follow suit, with substantial fabrics like leather featuring on key pieces in the great room, dining room and family room, while buckle details nod to a frontier spirit. Art, too, ties into the home’s sense of place. Griffith visited galleries in Jackson and Scottsdale, Arizona, with the wife early in the process (“We had so much fun choosing pieces together,” she enthuses), their selections ultimately helping to direct the feel of each room. “I like to use art as a place to start, rather than to finish, and I personally love contemporary Western art,” the designer notes. Motifs of cowboys, horses and even a playful painting of a classic “Wanted” poster all wink to the residence’s Western locale.
Griffith took a similarly artful approach to the lighting, imbuing it with a kinetic flow that’s especially evident in distinctive pieces like the great room’s chandelier of cascading crystals and a mobile-like glass pendant delicately dangling over the kitchen. “These fit with the way I interpreted the rammed earth, which moves in such an organic way,” she muses. Ultimately, the design scheme circles back to these unique earthen features again and again—art in and of themselves, Griffith reflects, gesturing to the dining area’s unadorned rammed-earth wall. “I like the simplicity there; you really don’t need anything else,” she declares.
Kees speaks similarly of the landscaping, viewing his role as less about altering the surroundings and more about making the home feel aligned with them. “The home tucks right into the land’s native character,” he concludes. “It allows this unique site to tell a story.”
A quietly dramatic wall of rammed earth backdrops the great room. Wesley Hall leather armchairs, a Hoff Miller sofa, Noir tables and a Stark rug form one of two seating areas below an Ochre chandelier. Artwork is by David Frederick Riley.
Previous page: An exterior of oxidized Corten steel, reclaimedwood siding and rammed-earth columns by Sirewall USA, the firm behind all of the residence’s rammed-earth features, nod to the landscape’s colors. Pella windows line the rear façade.
Neutral elements span the kitchen, from William Ohs cabinetry to a Taj Mahal quartzite island and countertops via The Stone Collection, plus tile and flooring from Architectural Stone & Tile. Appliances are SubZero and Wolf. The pendant is Ochre.
Anchored by a rammed-earth wall, the dining room houses a Hickory Chair table, Jonathan Wesley Furniture leather chairs and a Stark rug. Hammerton Signature’s Verdi chandelier catches the light. Duke Beardsley’s work adorns the hall.
Textural Arto concrete cladding lines the family room’s fireplace surround. Four Hands chairs and a Rowe Furniture sectional flank a Dowel coffee table atop a Pampa rug; the corner accent chair is Lee Industries. Ben Steele art adds a lighthearted touch.
Opposite: Contrast enlivens a guest bedroom, where the rammed-earth wall’s wave pattern is set off by Hammerton Studio pendants and a Visual Comfort & Co. chandelier. The Nuevo bed wears a La’Xha blanket. The bench and nightstands are Four Hands.
Right: Boulders tumble against a foundational wall, framed by a guest bathroom window, while Kelly Wearstler for Visual Comfort & Co. pendants meld with the view. Polished quartzite from Artistic Tile and a California Faucets fixture top William Ohs cabinetry.
Sandstone outcroppings serve as striking sculptures along the approach to the home. “Those big boulders really spoke to the owners, and the house is oriented so they’re part of the entry experience,” notes landscape architect Charlie Kees.
Seeking SANCTUARY
A gracious Aspen retreat tucked into a private hillside enclave fosters connection, calm and comfort for a multigenerational family.
WRITTEN BY MAILE PINGEL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DRAPER WHITE
STYLING BY NATALIE WARADY
Architecture and Interior Design: Charles Cunniffe, Erica Delak and Courtney Nystrom, Charles Cunniffe Architects
Home Builder: Steve Hansen, Hansen Construction Landscape Architecture: Jason Jaynes, DHM Design
The goal was to create a residence where everyone could be together at the same time,” says architect Charles Cunniffe of his clients’ newly built Aspen vacation home. “Everyone,” in the case of this large family, meant a group of two dozen. The owners and their closeknit clan, ranging from older adults to young children, had outgrown their former retreat in the area (also the work of Cunniffe and his firm). Luckily, an idyllic—albeit challenging— site revealed itself and inspired an innovative architectural response.
Limitations often foster ingenuity, and the hillside lot necessitated some out-of-the-box thinking. “It was considered so uniquely difficult that no one wanted to build on it,” quips Cunniffe, explaining that a restricted construction zone runs through the property, divvying up the area where a home could feasibly rest. The views of Aspen Mountain, however, were breathtaking and its 5 acres promised privacy (“as if it’s within its own mini valley,” notes the architect). “My client told us, ‘Give me one of your great houses,’ ” Cunniffe recalls. He and his team were happy to comply.
To thwart the topography, Cunniffe proposed a residence with two wings—one containing the primary living areas and owners’ suite, the other mainly dedicated to guest rooms—connected by a glass bridge that gracefully floats across the restricted land, now reimagined as a Zen garden. The plan, developed in close collaboration with the wife, celebrates the scenery as much as it achieves the family’s goals. “I wanted an open, flowing layout with lots of windows, because there are few things more beautiful than the majesty of these mountains,” the wife muses. Her wishes were honored: Airy interconnected gathering spaces face south, with stunning views of the Rockies captured through walls of glass, and in addition to the primary suite, eight guest rooms ensure that the family can comfortably overnight en masse. There’s also a detached guest cabin for lengthier stays.
The home also includes a fascinating surprise. With the push of a button, a hydraulic system retracts part of the terrace to reveal an inviting pool and spa—and cleverly, the pool’s depth can be adjusted from wading level to 5-feet-deep. This allows it to accommodate the needs of different age groups or be closed off entirely as the owners desire, while also helping the
water features retain heat. “It’s nothing short of spectacular,” enthuses the wife, acknowledging the skill of general contractor Steve Hansen during the dwelling’s three years of construction. “He built us a home that is truly a wonder.”
Alongside Cunniffe, the homeowners worked closely with project manager Erica Delak and interior designer Courtney Nystrom. “Imagining spaces to accommodate 24 people might sound daunting, but this house lives intimately,” says Delak, pointing out the use of natural materials like sandstone and hemlock that aid the relaxed ambience. “Our clients wanted serene, understated rooms of tonal colors that would accent the landscape—because you’re constantly looking out, not in.” The pared-back palette also highlights the owners’ extensive art collection, which ranges from vintage travel posters to Andy Warhol screenprints.
“Every space was designed to be participatory,” Delak goes on to say. The glass-walled main wing flows much like a great room, with the living area flanked by two linear fireplaces—architectural stunners rendered in glass and steel that extend up to the lofty ceiling and act as dividers between a dining and game room. The dining room seats all 24 family members; in the adjacent kitchen, a large banquette, counter seating and a sectional from the connected family room offer multiple gathering places. And the wife, a skilled glass artist, added a personal spin by designing and blowing the dining room’s chandelier and several lamps and sconces in the bedrooms, as well as the home’s collection of drinkware.
At the far end of the main wing lies the owners’ suite, “imagined as a bright, private retreat,” Delak continues, with dual bathrooms and closets as well as an office space. The guest wing’s bedrooms echo the main wing’s restfulness, offset by a playful bunk room for the family’s younger members that features forestthemed wallpaper and is adjacent to a lounge leading to the lawn. There, landscape architect Jason Jaynes’ plant palette embraces seasonal color shifts, while meandering walkways offer a meditative experience across the acreage.
“This is a complicated program on a very complicated site,” concludes Cunniffe, “but the house is discrete and discerning.” And its fussfree spaces make for relaxed gatherings yearround, to the delight of the owners. “Gathering our entire family here together in any season is a little slice of heaven,” reflects the wife.
Glass passageways, including this hall leading to the husband’s office and the primary suite, were designed to offer unimpeded views even from the home’s transitional spaces. Hand-selected fractured granite boulders act as sculptural elements.
Previous page: An expansive wall of sliding doors and clerestory windows lines the great room, dining area and game room, all of which open to an extended pool terrace. The primary retreat, with a private patio, lies at the far end.
Two steel-and-glass fireplaces with Taj Mahal quartzite surrounds frame the great room. Atop an Isberian rug, club chairs, sofas and an accent chair and ottoman— all A.Rudin—gather around Holly Hunt tables. A custom Hubbardton Forge Griffin Starburst pendant crowns the space.
Oak and Opal Marquette quartz feature on the Bulthaup kitchen’s island, complete with Holly Hunt stools and a Studio Van den Akker chandelier. A bespoke banquette and table incorporate Joss & Main chairs and a Shades of Light pendant. The sectional is A.Rudin.
Quintus club chairs and an ottoman covered in Pollack fabric compose a quiet seating area within the owners’ bedroom. Holly Hunt linens and Cathers Home pillows line an A.Rudin bed. The circular chandelier is James Allan and the rug is Fabrica.
A Serena & Lily dome-shaped pendant overlooks the bunk room, with custom white oak queen beds on the bottom and twins atop. Metallic-accented Woods & Pears wallpaper by Cole & Son adds a whimsical note.
Teak furnishings from Summit were selected for the terrace. A section of the tiled deck surface is adroitly engineered to convert to an adjustable pool-and-spa— a custom feature designed with Twinscape.
Architecture and Interior Design: Alison Agley and Sarah Rankin, Ali & Shea Design
Home Builder: Brent Lough, Ridge Runner Construction
Serene Sophistication
A REIMAGINED, EUROPEAN-INSPIRED SNOWMASS VILLAGE
GETAWAY DEMONSTRATES THE DYNAMISM OF QUIET COLORS AND CAREFUL CURATION.
WRITTEN BY LAURA FENTON PHOTOGRAPHY BY GIBEON PHOTOGRAPHY
Two things stand out immediately in this Snowmass Village townhome: its striking contemporary art and elegant, elevated interiors. “We couldn’t change the exterior wood siding or stonework, so the transition inside has that much more impact as you take in the art and the light,” says architect Alison Agley, who, alongside interior designer Sarah Rankin, spearheaded the renovation.
The refined retreat is the result of a close client-designer collaboration. When owner Wende Cohen first glimpsed it, the interiors begged for a refresh (picture a plethora of knotty pine and wall-to-wall carpeting). The designminded tastemaker, who owns Bungalow, a home goods boutique known for its furnishings and art, was uniquely poised to see its potential. Wende imagined the dwelling opened up and stripped back to its essence with a nuanced, neutral palette, but she needed help realizing this vision. “I work with interior designers all the time, but I’m not one myself,” she says. “I needed someone to come in from an engineering standpoint and tell me what we could do.” Hoping to host all six adult children in her blended family at the house during holidays, Wende’s punch list included as many bedrooms with en suite bathrooms as she could fit, an office for her fiancé and an open kitchen with a dining table to seat at least 14.
To realize her wishes, the architect reconfigured the residence to squeeze in four bedrooms with adjoining baths, creating a dozen total sleeping places. Perhaps surprisingly, only 200 square feet were added to the main bedroom upstairs, and a 56-square-foot entryway was fitted in downstairs. “It’s amazing to see how much airier and more open the whole space is for how little square footage we added,” Agley comments. The real key, she explains, laid in creating a visual connection to the upper levels from the center of the main floor (“Everything was enclosed previously; we gutted out the core,” she notes) and raising the roof line, allowing for huge windows in the primary bedroom and creating more usable living space on the third level. The kitchen, formerly closed off, and the dining area were pivoted to better engage with the views and flow more effortlessly into the living area. And every window throughout the home was resized to be larger, maximizing sight lines and drawing in natural light.
Stairs proved to be one of the biggest—and most consequential—of the home’s challenges. Reimagining the formerly enclosed main staircase as open, with treads that appear to levitate, was a feat that required complex reinforcement. The payoff is a circulation point that reads as architectural art. Likewise, adding a curved staircase to the third floor, previously accessible by ladder, was one of the home’s trickiest elements to design and implement, Agley says, but it made all the difference to the level’s livability
Rankin’s role was integral in bringing all the home’s finishes, fixtures and furnishings together in a sophisticated way. “Wende shops in Europe, filling containers with pieces for her boutique, and her taste is impeccable: very refined and distinct,” comments Rankin of her client, whose practiced eye seamlessly aligned with her own. The designer also planned around the owner’s art collection, which Rankin describes as a “driving force in the neutral palette.”
While Wende loves dynamic art and antiques with patina, she wanted her home’s interior envelope to be simple and cohesive. “We laugh now because, as we were building, we learned that ‘less’ seemed to always cost more,” she quips. Rankin concurs, noting, “It takes a high level of craftsmanship to scale back elegantly. Luckily, we had the team, led by general contractor Brent Lough, to make it happen.”
Aligned with this idea is the home’s material palette of living finishes, organic fibers and natural stone. “I like things that eventually show some wear and patina,” shares the homeowner. Confirms Rankin, “We did not use any performance fabrics or synthetic countertops. Every single item in here is made from a natural material.” This commitment to organic elements is a subtle yet significant choice that uplifts the entire experience.
The result is a home with architecture that feels warm yet leans minimalist, complemented by soothing, atmospheric interiors. It has an essence that’s hard to capture, the designer muses, a sense of soul and spirit that perhaps comes from a true meeting of the client and design pros’ minds. “When you’re in the space, it just feels gorgeous, as if you’re in a high-end European resort,” says Rankin. “You want to live there,” affirms Agley. “It’s so wonderful.”
Floating treads lined by rolled-steel-and-glass railings define the entryway stair. Gregory Nangle art hangs above a vintage French buffet topped with a Georges Pelletier lamp. On the far wall is work by Eric Freeman, while antique Japanese fertility sculptures rest on the floor.
Previous page: A portrait of Mick Jagger by Terry O’Neill presides over the entry. Warm white limewash from Color Atelier provides a subtly textured backdrop here and throughout the home. European wood flooring from The Hudson Company spans the main level.
Anchored by an Awanay rug, a Poliform sectional from Studio Como easily seats a group. Mar Silver coffee tables—tree trunk slabs blackened with a shou sugi ban technique—add an organic touch. Grand Woodworks, Inc. built the custom cabinet.
White oak cabinetry with counters and a backsplash of Pierreux limestone creates a clean look in the kitchen and dining area. Piet Boon stools line the island. The table and chairs are finds from the homeowner’s boutique, Bungalow, and the chandelier is Ochre.
in soft hues,
Wrapped
the primary bedroom features a Verellen bed draped in Society Limonta fabrics, with RH nightstands and Apparatus sconces. In the corner, a Maxalto chair creates a reading nook. The art is from Bungalow.
Above: The bunk room, converted from a former open loft space, contains twin beds floating above a queen—bespoke pieces dreamed up by designer Sarah Rankin and built by Grand Woodworks, Inc. The ladder and rail are blackened steel.
Opposite: White oak lines a custom display niche and the doorframe of the owner’s bath for a cohesive look. Salvatori limestone from Decorative Materials flows to the ceiling behind a tub fitted with Piet Boon hardware. The stool is vintage.
