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16 Setting The Stage By Catherine McHugh Lisa Frantz and Lydia Marks bring a flair for the dramatic to their approach to interior design.
22 Jennifer Post's Pure Space By Cathy Whitlock A Manhattan designer’s penchant for elegantly edited interiors.
30 When Creativity Meets Profitability By Cathy Whitlock Keith Granet's new book, The Business of Design, gives designers a formula for success.
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New York landmarks, playing house in Brooklyn, Noel Coward's star quality, plus a historical look at the Olympic games. hens , the works of Edward BOOKS&BLOGS By Cathy Whitlock The phenomena of Pinterest and Instagram along with the latest in books on New York, Southern, and Hollywood Style. ead new tomes from Alexa Hampton and TROVE By Michele Keith Invite summer in with flowers arranged in unusual places, lighting that rivals the sun, and seating so comfy you’ll (almost) be wishing for rain.
32 EATS’N’SLEEPS By Shelley Wolson Extraordinary cuisine at Rouge Tomate, a taste of history at the New-York Historical Society's Caffè Storico, and indulge in luxury and art at the Conrad New York hotel.al and Setai Fifth Avenue are just
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letter from the editor Dear Readers, Is interior design an art, a philosophy, or a business? The answer is yes. In this issue we look at several aspects of the trade, and in doing so, demonstrate that in order to succeed in today’s market, one needs to strike a balance between all three of them. The work of design team Lisa Frantz and Lydia Marks has often been described as dramatic, and there’s a good reason for that. The duo met while working together as art directors, set designers, and set decorators on film sets, commercials, and music videos. The curtain went up on a new act in their careers when they teamed to open Marks & Frantz interior design. And they’ve received rave reviews. Catherine McHugh goes behind the camera to meet them (Setting The Stage, p. 16) and see how artfully they’ve made the transition from show business to business. If one required proof that some designers are born and not made, they need look no further than Jennifer Post. In her profile, Post told ARRAY’s Cathy Whitlock that even as a young child, she had a desire to redecorate every home in her neighborhood. It’s hardly a surprise that such a little girl grew into a designer with a strong, clear design philosophy (Jennifer Post’s Pure Space, p. 22). Her distilled, complete vision is defined as much by what she includes as what she leaves out.
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While art and philosophy are certainly important for establishing a unique point of view and delivering a result that customers love, we must always remember that this is a business. Leading Industry consultant and author Keith Granet’s wonderful book The Business of Design uses colorful graphics and plain language to explain the finer points of project and time management, marketing, and public relations, as well as the hot topics of branding and product licensing (When Creativity Meets Profitability, p. 30). We’re sure you’ll profit from his experience. We also have plenty more within these pages to keep you busy and inspired all season long. Toss the issue into your beach bag and soak it up along with some rays. Have a great summer,
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New York landmarks, playing house in Brooklyn, Noel Coward's star quality, plus a historical look at the Olympic games. Landmark Visions Aiming to celebrate the past and inspire the future, the Parrish Art Museum is presenting The Landmarks of New York, which accompanies the book, The Landmarks of New York: An Illustrated Record of the City’s Historic Buildings. Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel wrote the book and created and organized the 90 buildings featured. The exhibition includes myriad architectural icons—the Woolworth Building, Rockefeller Center, the Plaza Hotel, the Brooklyn Bridge, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral—as well as less familiar sites such as the Pieter Claesen Wyckoff House in Brooklyn (the oldest building in New York State), the Alice Austen House on Staten Island, the former Jamaica Savings Bank in Queens, and the Little Red Lighthouse in Fort Washington Park. June 24–September 5. Parrish Art Museum, 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, NY, 631.283.2118, parrishart.org Say It With Silver From its collection, The New-York Historical Society is presenting Stories in Sterling: Four Centuries of Silver in New York, which showcases 150 magnificent silver objects and the fascinating stories of the families who owned them. The exhibition is composed of seven sections: “Converging Cultures in Colonial New York,” “From Craft to Industry,” “Honoring Achievement,” “Rites of Passage,” “Drinking in Style,” “The Rituals of Tea and Coffee,” and “Elegant Dining.” Linked to significant moments in history, the objects range from domestic family heirlooms to acknowledged touchstones. May 4–September 23. New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, 212.873.3400, nyshistory.org Left: Black, Starr & Frost (active 1874-1929), Aeronautical trophy, 1907. Silver, wood. New-York Historical Society, Bequest of Alan R. Hawley, 1938.250a-c. Right: Tiffany, Young & Ellis (active 1841-1853), Pitcher, ca. 1850. Silver. New-York Historical Society, Presented in memory of Cruger Delafield Grosbeck Fowler by Mrs. Cruger D. G. Fowler and Family, 1983.7.
Brooklyn Bridge, 1867-83, East River from City Hall Park, Manhattan to Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn. Architects: John A. Roebling, Washington A. and Emily Roebling. Designated: August 24, 1967. Photo: Laura Napier. Aurora. Artist unidentified. New England, c. 1818–1822. Watercolor on silk with applied gold foil and paper label, in original gilded wood frame. 21 x 24 in. (24 x 28 in. framed). Collection American Folk Art Museum, New York, gift of Ralph Esmerian, 2005.8.46. Photo © 2000 John Bigelow Taylor, New York.
fantastic folks The American Folk Art Museum’s exhibit, Jubilation|Rumination: Life, Real and Imagined seeks to investigate the provocative tension that exists between the experiential nature of early American folk art and the fantastical imagery it often displays—between what is real and what is imagined. Featured pieces include the memory-driven gestures of Martín Ramírez, the impressionistic 19th-century portraits by Dr. and Mrs. Shute, and the minimalist mid-20th-century soot drawings by James Castle. Through September 2. American Folk Art Museum, 2 Lincoln Square, 212.595.9533, folkartmuseum.org JUN
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Above: A gold chariot decoration, one of more than 200 ancient Chinese artifacts on display at the Terracotta Warrior exhibition at Discovery Times Square. Right: An Armored General, one of ten Terracotta Warriors on display at Discovery Times Square.
FRAGILE PROTECTORS The authentic Terracotta Warriors make their New York City debut at this Discovery Times Square exhibition, which was produced in cooperation with the Chinese Institute. One of the most significant archaeological finds of all time, the figures were unearthed from the tomb of Emperor Qin, China’s first emperor, who unified the country and established a seat of government. More than 1,000 artisans crafted nearly 8,000 of these life-sized, 6-foot, 600-lb figures, which were unearthed from the tomb of China’s First Emperor. Along with the warriors, more than 200 artifacts will be on display to provide an in-depth look at ancient Chinese history. Through April 27-August 26. Discovery Times Square, 226 West 44th Street, 866.987.9692, discoverytsx.com
Nathalie Djurberg, The Parade, 2011. Installation view: Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, 2011. Courtesy Walker Art Center, Minneapolis. Photo: Gene Pittman.
Noël Coward at “Look Out,” Firefly Hill, Jamaica, 1950s. Photograph by Cole Lesley. Courtesy of Noël Coward Estate. Noël surveying the astonishing view over the Spanish Main, once a lookout spot for pirate Henry Morgan. It would become the site of Coward’s second Jamaican home, and eventually his final resting place.
COWARD-LY PURSUITS In collaboration with the Noel Coward Foundation, the Museum of Performance & Design (San Francisco) and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, The New York Public Library presents a multimedia exhibition, Star Quality: The World of Noel Coward, which focuses on the debonair entertainer’s four-decade transatlantic career. He gained fame in London and New York for his dramas, such as The Vortex, and social comedies, among them Design for Living and Private Lives. The exhibition will feature manuscripts, paintings, set designs, costumes, and personal memorabilia. Through August 18. New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza, nypl.org
ANIMATED PAGEANTRY TAKES WING The New Museum is hosting The Parade: Nathalie Djurberg with Music by Hans Berg. Swedish multimedia artist Nathalie Djurberg created five captivating animations and an unsettling menagerie of more than 80 freestanding bird sculptures. All fashioned from clay, wire, and painted canvas, the fantastical procession is accompanied by Hans Berg’s eerie film score, which is composed of elements both found and invented that merge to form a unified soundscape. Through August 26. The New Museum, 235 Bowery, 212.219.1222, newmuseum.org 10
BROOKLYN PLAYHOUSE Playing House marks the first in a series of Brooklyn Museum installations that aims to engage visitors with its period rooms. Artists Betty Woodman, Anne Chu, Ann Agee, and Mary Lucier have placed site-specific artwork in eight of the Museum’s historic rooms, which have been interpreted by curators over the years to illustrate how Americans of various times, economic levels, and locations lived. The project originated with Woodman’s observation that although being an artist means confronting the art of the past, no one can enter the past—except through “make believe” or “playing house.” Through August 26. Brooklyn Museum of Art, Period Rooms, 4th Floor, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY, 718.638.5000, brooklynmuseum.org Moorish Smoking Room. Activation by Anne Chu. Photo courtesy the Brooklyn Museum, Anne Chu (American, b. 1959). Birds of Prey (Vulture), 2008, New York Embroidered textile over wire. Courtesy of the artist . Flower Drawing No. 1, 2011 New York Glazed ceramic, textile, wire. Courtesy of the artist and 303 Gallery, New York.
Head in the Clouds Metropolitan Museum of Art visitors can explore Tomás Saraceno on the Roof: Cloud City, a monumental constellation of interconnected, room-sized modules created for the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Roof Garden by the Argentinean artist/architect. The project is rooted in the artist’s inventive exploration of new ways of inhabiting our environment, drawing on principles of architecture and engineering, physics and chemistry, aeronautics, and the natural world, and is inspired by eco-utopian visions for future sustainable communities. Through November 4 (weather permitting). Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Avenue, 212.535.7710, metmuseum.org Going For Gold Just in time for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London, The Bruce Museum presents The Olympic Games: Art, Culture & Sport, which compares the ancient and modern Olympiads through objects, art, science, and technology. The exhibition follows the sports that have endured since antiquity and investigates the subplots of the games from the celebration of the competitors to the role of the spectators. A custom-built, 6-foot mini-diorama recreating one of the earliest Greek stadiums as well as ancient Greek vases, historical and modern sports equipment and memorabilia, modern art, archival and contemporary videos, and interactive elements will be on view. Through September 2. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT, 203.869.0376, brucemuseum.org
Artist’s conceptual montage—Tomás Saraceno on the Roof: Cloud City.
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Books&Apps The Joy of Decorating: Southern Style with Mrs. Howard
Paul R. Williams: Classic Hollywood Style
Be Your Own Decorator: Taking Inspiration and Cues from Today’s Top Designers
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Phoebe Howard with Susan Sully Stewart, Tabori & Chang 256 pages, $50
Karen Hudson Rizzoli 241 pages, $65
Susanna Salk Rizzoli 274 pages, $45
Lisa Newsom Hearst 240 pages, $60
Known to readers, clients, and fans alike as Mrs. Howard, Phoebe Howard has been a force on the southern design scene for decades. The former stay-at-home mother turned interior decorator ventured into retail 14 years ago in Jacksonville, Florida, and never looked back. Her unique design and merchandising talents translated into additional stores in Charlotte and Atlanta and the birth of Max & Company, which caters to a more modern audience. A design clientele and column in Southern Living followed along with her first project on the cover of House Beautiful and the rest was history. Therefore, it’s only a natural progression that Howard has published The Joy of Decorating: Southern Style with Mrs. Howard, a stunning coffee table book that showcases her elegant southern interiors while addressing decorating issues. The book is divided into sections such as Timeless, Tranquil, Casual, and Comfortable, featuring the step-by-step procedures of projects from Atlanta to the Bahamas. The book is a welcome respite from all the cookie-cutter design tomes that often clutter the market. I think one of my favorite Mrs. Howard quotes says it all: “You should always be the best decoration in your own house.”
You know a book has to be good when the press release opens with “Over a career spanning six decades, architect Paul Revere Williams came to define what gracious living looked like for the Hollywood elite.” Sign me up. In a town filled with a dizzying array of house styles from American Colonial and Spanish Mediterranean to English Tudor and Art Deco, Williams did it all beautifully. Considered one of the most celebrated architects of his generation and the first African American to become a member of the American Institute of Architects, his work was understated, elegant, and Hollywood glam. His client roster was a who’s who of stars from Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Frank Sinatra, Tyrone Power, and Barbara Stanwyck, to studio moguls and members of Beverly Hills society. Written by his granddaughter Karen Hudson, the reader is privy to a behind-themanicured-hedges tour of his work in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Bel Air, and the Hollywood Hills. And you might recognize a few of Williams’s landmark Los Angeles projects such as Saks Fifth Avenue, the Jetsonstyle building at LAX, or the Shrine Auditorium. Designer, author, and disciple of Hollywood Regency devotee Kelly Wearstler penned the book’s foreword.
In addition to encouraging mere mortals to attempt the mechanics of decorating, this book can actually be of help to professionals, too. Salk, a former Elle Decor and House & Garden editor who produces design segments for NBC’s Today Show and a contributing writer for lstdibs.com, selected memorable interiors from more than 50 acclaimed designers such as Albert Hadley, Bunny Williams, Jamie Drake, and Kelly Wearstler, and illustrates how the designers achieved the looks. Arranged in chapters ranging from color and balance to accessories and arrangements, this book from the three-time author covers a wide variety of styles from the expected traditional and modern to the more whimsical and casual. Written in a conversational tone, Be Your Own Decorator is a fabulous resource of inspirations, practical tips and ideas, and a great refresher course in design while showcasing gorgeous interiors from around the world. Salk was inspired to write the book while designing her own home in New Preston, Connecticut, when she consulted professionals in the trade. What better way to learn at the feet of the master(s)? Salk hopes to empower readers and get them to think past the use of white and embrace bold patterns. Mission accomplished.
Veranda magazine’s founder and editor in chief at large Lisa Newsom has compiled a stunning and wonderful compilation of the best interiors this venerable magazine has to offer. Newsom’s story is the stuff of publishing lore as she went from Atlanta wife and mother to developing one of the most important and successful shelter publications of the time and away from the New York publishing arena. No small feat. Over the years, readers have come to expect total escapism from the glamorous glossy pages of the magazine that often felt like an illustrated book that allows the reader wonderfully voyeuristic looks via the armchair. Newsom’s vision of gracious and beautiful interiors garnered a huge following that continues today. Drawing upon the work of the world’s most celebrated design professionals, The Houses of Veranda illustrates 30 homes from noted designers Richard Hallbert, Dan Carithers, Bobby McAlpine, Greg Tankersley, Michael Smith, Madeline Stuart, and Axel Vervordt. From a Parisian pied-à-terre to a Barbados hideaway, there is something for everyone. Interiors in Provence, Houston, Montecito, Switzerland, Belgium, New York, and Florida are also included.
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The phenomena of Pinterest and Instagram along with the latest in books on New York, Southern and Hollywood Style.
Steven Gambrel: Time and Place
How To Read New York: A Crash Course in Big Apple Architecture
Steven Gambrel Abrams 240 pages, $50
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Manhattan interior designer Steven Gambrel of S.R. Gambrel Inc. has created unique and unexpected interiors from Manhattan to Hong Kong and everywhere in between. His work has been covered by Elle Decor, The World of Interiors, and Town & Country, just to name a few. Gambrel’s timeless look culled from a love of the classics influenced his new (and first) book Steven Gambrel: Time and Place. Ten individual spaces including a Manhattan townhouse and a Hampton beach retreat illustrate the residential and commercial designer’s credo—“creating spaces that reflect, support, and enhance the lifestyles of today while at the same time embracing the history of each individual home.” The Architectural Digest 100 designer who holds an architecture degree from the University of Virginia is known for his mix of modern and traditional. A Gambrel interior might boast a boldly patterned rug, Murano glass, and taffeta curtains with a vintage Paul Laszlo coffee table. Bold colors, custom hardware, and slick glossy lacquer rich surfaces with a nod to history are just a few of the designer’s favorite things. Time and Place is also cowritten by New York magazine design editor and author Wendy Goodman.
Even the most seasoned die-hard New Yorker will not know many of the wonderful factoids in the book How to Read New York: A Crash Course in Big Apple Architecture. Written for architects, designers, Gotham dwellers, and tourists, Jones’ book covers the scope of New York architecture of the most iconic buildings to lesser-known structures from colonial days to the present. It’s all here—the Plaza Hotel, Rockefeller Center, and Grand Central Station to 40th Street’s American Radiator Building, Park Row’s Beaux Arts style Potter Building, and Broadway’s Lyceum Theater. The book is filled with architectural and urban historical facts and sheds light on the continual developments, aesthetic movements, construction techniques, and materials. All ranges of styles are covered—Classical and Colonial, Renaissance, Early Modernist, Modern and Postmodern, along with maps of the building locations and a quick architectural primer. There is also a sourcing of the prominent architects who shaped one of the world’s greatest cities and a helpful glossary. I found the evolution of Manhattan’s skyline fascinating and learned much about a city that I thought I knew. Best of all, the book can fit into your pocket and is a perfect accompaniment for a Manhattan walking tour.
Who would have thought an online pinboard would reach Twitter-like heights and take the Internet nation by storm? Enter Pinterest, the moodboard that helps you “organize and share the things you love.” Fans have organized everything from the basics—favorite colors, recipes, and home décor to a virtual scrapbook of weddings and events. Designers have caught the Pinterest bug (invitation only to join and pin), as the site has become a promotional venue to showcase your talents and share favorite ideas. Other designers use it as a starting point of inspirations for design work. Fashion stylistas, foodies, and artists have found the self-expression engine highly addictive and as Time magazine notes, “Perusing other folks’ boards, featuring everything from picturesque travel scenes to oddly beautiful bacteria, is as enjoyable as building your own.” The popularity is staggering— numbers show the site drives more traffic than Google Plus, YouTube, and LinkedIn combined. The social photo-sharing website is simple: users curate a themed board, use a “pin it” button for their images, and group the boards according to topic. I guess the new adage is true, you are what you curate. Goodbye bulletin board and scrapbook, hello Pinterest.
One of the hottest new apps to join the social sharing fray is Instagram. Touted as a “fast, beautiful, and fun way to share your life with friends through a series of pictures,” the free app allows you to simply snap a shot with your iPhone, filter for the desired look (funky to retro), and share via Facebook, Flickr, Tumblr, Foursquare, or Twitter. Like its cousin Pinterest, it’s all the rage and makes each shot a piece of art or nostalgia. It also serves as another form of social network, allowing viewers to “like” or comment on the image. You can select a group of friends and follow their stream of photos. And if that is not enough, there is even a “popular” section to see what other people like on Instagram. Compatible with any iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch, rumor has it an Android version is on the horizon. The company notes that an incredible 150 million-plus photos have been shared at a rate of 15 photos per second. So far, Instagram is free but it’s probably a matter of time before there is a charge for better resolution, more filters and storage, etc. The stats are pretty good for a company that launched in October of 2010.
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Invite summer in with flowers arranged in unusual places, lighting that rivals the sun, and seating so comfy you’ll (almost) be wishing for rain.
01 BLUE GRASSHOPPER From the Hommage to René Lalique Collection, this crystal vase is decorated with grasshoppers, an iconic motif of the Art Nouveau movement and the translation of its French name, “Sauterelles.” Originally designed by Lalique in 1912, its simple beauty makes it as much stand-alone piece as flower container. 10.83 inches x 10.04 inches. $6,960. Bright ocean blue or clear. lalique.com
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Petal Perfect The larger-than-life “Bloom” club chair by Kenneth Cobonpue looks like the real thing and is just as velvety, made from organic materials. Soft folds of microfiber and felt are stitched into a bowlshaped resin seat with a steel base. 31.5 inches x 27.5 inches x 31.5 inches. Seat height is 18 inches. $3,060. Available in yellow, red, and olive. ecofirstart.com
03 Light Up Your Life Beautiful by day, exquisite by night. David Wiseman shapes bronze into realistic branches adding illuminated, porcelain blossoms for a touch of warm-weather whimsy. This and others from his collection are available as sculptures or wall and ceiling light fixtures. The design seen here measures 43 inches x 23 inches x 16.5 inches. $25,000. Pieces can be commissioned or bought from stock. r20thcentury.com Photo credit: Sherry Griffin/R 20th Century.
04 Swing Fest Just what’s needed for relaxing at home on stormy days is the natural-tone Le Beanock cotton canvas, bean-bag bed. Hand-stitched in the U.K. and designed to hang from 4- to 6-foot chains (not included), it’s filled with cushy polystyrene beans. The canvas is washable and the S-hooks are strength-tested, marine-quality metal. 6.6 feet x 5.9 feet. $1,499. hayneedle.com 14
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Capture the Moment The pocket-sized Lytro Light-Field Camera is today’s “must.” Unlike conventional models, it allows you to endlessly refocus a picture after it’s taken. Includes a desktop application for importing and processing, and an internal flash drive. View photos on the camera or an Internet-connected computer, smartphone, or tablet. Currently requires a Mac OS minimum 10.6.6, but a Windows app is on the way. Red Hot $499, 750 pictures, 16GB; Graphite $399, 350 pictures, 8GB; Electric Blue $399, 350 pictures, 8GB. 1.61 inches x 1.61 inches x 4.41 inches. lytro.com
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Inspired by her surroundings, Angela Adams created the Pathway series of rugs. Shown here is “Garden.” Made in India of durable, flame-retardant, hand-tufted, 100% New Zealand wool with cut-and-loop pile, it has a cotton backing. 3 feet x 8 feet. $1,800. Also available are “Woods” in green tones and “Stream” in blues. angelaadams.com
Winner of the 2011 Good Design Award of the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design, aruliden presents “Glasscape.” Handblown, the bowl has a sculpted interior with a slightly textured look evoking a mountainous landscape. Plant a terrarium as done here or make your fish happy with a new home. 2.5 inches x 8 inches. $140. aruliden.com
08 Beachcomber’s Bounty Glass fishing floats from Avalon Glassworks emulate those once used by fishermen throughout the world to keep nets and lines afloat, and today make summery, decorative accents. Sizes range from 3.5 inches to 8.5 inches; prices range from $25 to $175. Extensive variety of colors and patterns. Sold singly or in pairs, one large, one small. glasssales@avalonglassworks.com
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The Strand Hotel Rooftop Bar, originally designed by Lydia Marks, now gets a seasonal redesign twice yearly by Marks & Frantz. Fireplaces, in lieu of plants in a few select spots, give this rooftop a warm cozy Aspen après-ski vibe. Š Myriam Babin Photography
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Ultra-modern kitchen for a Noho penthouse is the focal point of this 4,000-square-foot loft for a young family. Š Tom Sibley Photography
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The designers then regrouped at their New York City office where the bulk of their current projects are centered on homes in and around the Tri-State area—though their work can be found in Los Angeles, Houston, and Aspen as well. It’s an impressive balancing act, which is uniquely grounded by their roots in the entertainment industry. Brooklyn native Marks is probably best known for her work on The Devil Wears Prada (featuring Runway magazine’s spectacular closet!) and the Sex and the City films (including Carrie Bradshaw and company’s realistically nonspacious apartments—and, of course, that fantasy home closet!). Upon graduating from Tufts University, she focused on documentary photography, working at the Ansel Adams Center for Photography in San Francisco and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Houston native Frantz was a journalist who headed to New York City after graduating from the University of Colorado to work at Cosmopolitan magazine. She most loved the part of her job that involved pulling together all the visual elements for a layout. So, on the suggestion of a makeup artist, she decided to become an art director. “I hadn’t actually realized you could make a career out of working in the art department on a film set,” she says. Both designers actually got their start in the entertainment business in the once-thriving trial-by-fire world of music videos before moving on to commercials where they eventually met. “ w e wo r k e d a s a t e a m o n a l o t o f j o b s a n d f o u n d w e s h a r e d a c o m m o n a e s t h e t i c ,” m a r k s s ay s . “ s o w e s o u g h t e ac h o t h e r o u t b e c a u s e p e r s o n a l i t y - w i s e a n d s t y l e w i s e i t wa s a g o o d c o m b i n at i o n ,” m a r k s e x p l a i n s . “ i s t r o n g ly b e l i e v e t h at o u r b ac kg r o u n d s g av e u s s o m e i n c r e d i b l e d e s i g n e x p e r i e n c e .”
Their skills, combined with a fantastic network of resources, have given the designers the ability to assemble a crew of painters and carpenters at a moment’s notice, know who to call to find a place to build a set, and where to find lumber available 24 hours a day. “We know things like where to get Plexiglas and glass cut in three hours,” Franz says. “I feel this gives us an edge when it comes to speed, and we brought those resources from film into interior design.” So, when Marks needed help completing her design for the Strand Hotel’s rooftop bar, she called Frantz. “Lydia was pregnant with her son and also about to start on Sex and City 2,” Frantz says. “So we did it together and we had a really good time—it was such fun to collaborate with her.” By this point, Frantz’s ever-evolving career had moved into print photography and prop styling, which had led her into launching her own interior design company. “A photographer asked me to design a loft in SoHo, then an agent asked me to do her penthouse in Chinatown, and a makeup artist who had just bought a house in Sag Harbor asked me to design that,” Frantz says. “So through the industry, my interior design career sort of evolved, and it spread by word of mouth and then expanded beyond industry people.” At first, the designers began working under the umbrella of Frantz’s company name. “I already had all the accounts set up, and we started out so busy that it took us a while to set up the actual company,” she says. “It’s interesting that we tapped into this other outlet for our clients. That’s how we formed our business. i wo u l d s ay o u r s i g n at u r e i s k i n d o f a c l a s s i c s t y l e w i t h c o n t e m p o r a r y fa b r i c s a n d c o l o r s . w e p u t a m o d e r n t w i s t o n c l a s s i c s h a p e s . a l s o i l i k e c o n v i n c i n g p e o p l e t h at t h e y
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Marks was excited to infuse the interior design business with their shared aesthetic perspective. “Our strengths in coming from this film-related background is that you help develop characters by showing what people choose to have around them—and you have to do it very quickly. You never know how long the pan of the room is going to be, so you have to learn to tell a story about the person with their objects, choices of wallpaper and fabrics, and the layering of those combinations,” she explains. “I had felt that a lot of the interior design didn’t always have the client’s personality in them. l i s a a n d i b o t h f e e l i t ’ s r e a l ly i m p o r ta n t t h at w e h e l p o u r c l i e n t s e x p r e s s w h o t h e y a r e — w e ta k e o u r c u e s f r o m w h o t h e y a r e , n o t w h o w e a r e . o f c o u r s e , w e c h o o s e w h at w e l ov e . b u t w e e xc e e d i n g ly t r y t o g e a r e v e r y c h o i c e t owa r d t h e m , s o t h e y c a n e x p r e s s t h e m s e lv e s t h r o u g h t h e i r h o m e s a n d f e e l r e a l ly c o m f o r ta b l e i n t h e m .” Frantz concurs: “Especially on commercials where there is no script or character development, you need to give the audience a quick read so they can feel the emotion. We take that sensibility to our clients. And I think they like that because it shows that we’re not just there to make a quick buck and create a beautiful room. We’re invested emotionally.” The designers estimate that their business is now 90% residential but that hasn’t kept them from “freelancing” on outside projects—or dreaming big about the future. “I think the biggest change is that we started getting large jobs—entire homes, when previously, we had done mostly apartments and some commercial spaces. It has led us to doing landscape design, including poolscapes and exteriors. For one couple who is planning to build a house in a year or two, we are involved with them from property purchase to what style house they want to build, so we’re very excited about that.” So for now, the designers are looking forward to the gamut of projects on their current slate, which includes a mix of complete homes to partial apartment renovations. “I don’t think you can run a business on all big projects,” Frantz says. “So I think the mix is ideal. And the little ones are fun, too.” Still Marks admits to thinking even bigger. For Sex and the City 2 , she built an entire airplane set from scratch and, “it got me thinking that one of the things I’d like to take my company into is doing airplanes and yachts. It’s all about functionality and space issues, yet making them beautiful. So I think it would be something amazing for our company to do.” Clearly for these two, the sky’s the limit.
Clockwise from top left: The living room of the Noho penthouse with a pair of chairs from Holly Hunt and a B&B Italia Sofa. Lamps by Donghia; Bright pops of turquoise, fuschia, and white give a teenager on Long Island a new bedroom. © Tom Sibley Photographer; Dining Room of Noho penthose, handblown glass bubble chandelier by Lindsey Adelman. © Tom Sibley Photographer; Marks & Frantz creates a Spring 2011 redesign of The Strand's Rooftop Bar with Trina Turk for Schumacher fabrics and cabana awnings; From "Runway to Rooms" Grange designer showcase, featuring Grange furniture, Kravet fabrics, and Lindsey Adelman lighting. Floral designs by Tess Casey for Aisling Studio, paper dresses by Eloise Corr Danch. Workroom courtesy of Martin Albert Interiors.
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By Cathy Whitlock
Jennifer Post’s A Manhattan designer’s penchant for elegantly edited interiors. For interior designer Jennifer Post, the desire to transform homes began as a child in Ohio. “I would take my red wagon around people’s houses in my neighborhood and ask them if I could come in and redesign their homes,” she reflects. Apparently, the dye was cast at an early age.
Interior designer Jennifer Post’s penchant for serene living spaces is shown in a Los Angeles ’60s ranch-style house.
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Pictured at far left, Post divides the ranch house living room into two areas for entertaining with fabric color and furniture placement; shown at left, New York based interior designer Jennifer Post is known for her classical contemporary rooms; shown above, a clay and bronze Hanneke Beaumont sculpture graces the foyer of a Columbus Circle apartment.
That desire eventually came to fruition and today Jennifer Post is one of the most sought-after designers in the country. From a ’60s Doheny Estates ranch in Los Angeles to a renovated sewing needle factory turned loft in New York, her work has gained a loyal following along with a spot on the coveted Architectural Digest’s “AD 100” list. p o st ’ s a b i l i t y to t r a n s fo r m a l i v i n g e n v i r o n m e n t i n to h e r t r a d e m a r k s pac e s t h at a r e
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She is inspired by the creativity of Shiguero Ban, Philip Johnson, Richard Meier, Rafael Vinnoly, and Calvatrava, and a love of international travel and classes in theater design set the stage for her work. After studying the subject at the University of Cincinnati and the University of London (she also received an MFA at Michigan State), She notes that “theater Design is all 3D. I have always thought in 3D so when I look at spaces (it) was fascinating for me…when that curtain opens up, you have to tell the story, the concept and the feeling of the play once the curtain rises…this is the way I approach my projects,” she explains. “ w h e n i h o l i s t i c a l ly s ta r t t h i n k i n g o f t h e v i s i o n f o r m y c l i e n t ’ s h o m e s , i wa n t t h e c l i e n t t o h av e t h e f e e l i n g o f t h e e n t i r e h o u s e w h e n t h e y e n t e r t h e i r h o m e … c l a s s i c , w h i t e , h i g h c e i l i n g s , t e x t u r a l f e e l i n g , f u n , s o p h i s t i c at e d , e l e g a n t , a n d m o d e r n .”
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Her work has recently been published in the monograph Jennifer Post Pure Space: Elegant Minimalism (Rizzoli 2012). Featuring 18 signature interiors from New York City and Miami high-rises to Palm Beach villas, the book reflects her aesthetic and design philosophy. “ p u r e s pac e m e a n s t h at o n e ’ s b o dy f i n d s t ru e co n t e n t m e n t i n t h e i r s u r r o u n d i n g s … i t a l s o r e f e r s to t h e e x e c u t i o n o f m y s pac e s . i t r y t o m a k e a l l m y s pac e s p u r e i n t h o u g h t , m at e r i a l , c o m f o r t , n o n c l u t t e r e d ( w i t h a s e n s e o f c a l m n e s s a n d h a p p i n e s s ),” s h e e x p l a i n s . “ t h e o n e t h i n g t h at a lway s i n f l u e n c e s w h at m y v i s i o n w i l l b e i s d e t e r m i n i n g h ow t o ta k e a dva n tag e o f t h e n at u r a l l i g h t a n d h e i g h t i a m g i v e n .” A typical Post interior will include a variety of tools from her arsenal. For a Los Angeles ranch house, she used fabric color and furniture placement to give the illusion of two rooms in one for entertaining. Dark espresso stained floors provide a contrast for a color palette utilizing muted gray, ebony, and white with silk and cashmere fabrics. At the core of her work is a basic tried-and-true tenet of design—the work must reflect the client’s true personality. With her roots noticeably in modernism with an understated approach, Post has reinvented the term and finds herself in a niche of her own. “I am different than most ‘modernist designers’ as people think of them in our world today,” the Manhattan-based designer notes. “I do elegant contemporary homes that are sophisticated, chic sophisticated, or comfy sophisticated.” Her approach to work is that of an artist, as she says, “I need the freedom to create (as) a lot of clients suffocate designers and it’s not right. We are artists and need to be trusted during all phases of the project.” While the path to her career began with a job as an art director at an advertising agency, Post crafted quite a name for herself. She has gone from a design studio in a Hamptons barn (where a House & Garden spread opened doors) to headquarters in New York and satellite offices in Miami and Los Angeles, and her client list has included notables such as the Today show’s Matt Lauer, Jennifer Lopez, and Simon Cowell. With a small staff of eight, she heads a full-service firm that specializes in architecture and interior design as well as commissioned art and landscape design. A self-proclaimed perfectionist, she leaves no stone unturned, personally sketching all the design elements of each detail of a project. And almost all of the client’s furnishings are custom-designed by Post herself. She has also added product designer to her list of accomplishments. The Jennifer Post Rug Collection can be found at Bashian Rugs, a line that includes three different styles—signature, classic, and Armani all at different price-point levels. Soho’s Desiron is featuring her furniture line that is composed of a black oxide bench, stainless-steel cocktail table, and oak base club chair and sofa—all modern of course.
1. Post uses sculpture to connect the space in this Miami Beach high-rise. 2. Marble bath wrapped in white lacquered walls reflect the ocean view in Miami. 3. A photograph of icon Marilyn Monroe becomes the focal point of a dressing room in the Hollywood Hills. 4. Red leather cubes and bright yellow chairs and ottoman create a strong color statement in a Manhattan interior.
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When Creativity Meets Profitability Keith Granet's new book, the Business of Design, gives designers a formula for success. While creativity and talent are absolute necessities for successful interior designers, often the bottom line of making money is overlooked. Enter Keith Granet and his timely new book The Business of Design: Balancing Creativity and Profitability (Princeton Architectural Press, 2011). Pictured above, a diagram that shows the variety of outside partnerships in the life of a design firm.
Granet, head of the namesake Granet & Associates, for over 30 years has been consulting with architects and designers looking to increase their visibility, develop products for the marketplace, and learn to manage their firms more effectively. After consulting with more than 400 firms, he realized that interior design often gets in the way of the actual business of design. “This is indeed a service profession and most designers overlook the fact this is a complicated and challenging industry,” he notes.
terminologies. “Marketing is the research and pursuit of work available in the marketplace. Public relations strategies focus on exposing your firm to as many targeted people as desired,” he explains. Perhaps one of the most popular chapters is on the topics of licensing and branding, a growing trend that has designers clamoring to place their own lines everywhere from the aisles of Target to the showrooms of High Point.
The New Jersey native’s journey in this creative yet often undisciplined profession started with a mail boy position at the prestigious architectural firm of Gensler. Eventually he worked his way up to the position of financial analyst, reporting directly to the firm’s head, Arthur Gensler. Realizing he was good at consulting, Granet soon discovered his niche helping designers PRODUCT achieve success. DEVELOPMENT DNA
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Business by Design tackles topics the basic tenets of The following diagram walks youfrom through the process of running a design business writingline a business planand to billing and human resources. Schedbringing and a product to market the responsibilities of uling, and contract management each budgeting, of the participants in the process. are just a few of the topics covered in the chapter on Project Management, a section many time-strapped designers will find useful. Marketing and public relations strategies are also featured as Granet finds most designers are unclear as to the difference in
While it appears a large number of designers have their names attached to everything from sofas to stationery, Granet feels there is always room for more. When posed with the question of interior designer fatigue in the marketplace,
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He charges a monthly retainer to investigate vendors and if a deal is made, he takes a percentage that ranges from 25% to 30% of the royalties (3% to 5% of net furniture sales is the norm). “I work on a retainer basis and want long-term relationships,” he notes, “I would rather have five clients for 20 years than 50 for a couple of years.” Depending on the designer’s needs, the retainer can start out as low as $4,000 a month, a fee Granet finds you can justify by “looking at it as a very inexpensive employee.” The fact that a recent profile on Granet generated 87 phone calls from designers seeking representation is a testimonial that designers are in need of help. Further proof can be found in the growth of his business, as he now has satellite offices in New York and Chicago and recently launched a Designer Speakers Bureau for clients who are versed in professional speaking.
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While this added component to a design practice can be lucrative, there are certainly pitfalls to the dream concept of licensing. “Everyone thinks they can do this if they are a designer,” he says. “You have to have a clear sense of how to make a product for the masses and just because you have a custom chair doesn’t mean you can do licensing.” f o r d e s i g n e r s w h o wa n t t o g o t h i s r o u t e , i t ’ s b e s t t o d e v e l o p a p u b l i c p e r s o n a a n d b r a n d yo u r f i r m as much as possible. granet feels the most successful designers a r e o n e s t h at f i l l a n e e d i n t h e m a r k e t p l ac e . “ w h e n yo u f i l l a vo i d , t h e p r o d u c t i s u s u a l ly a h i t ,” h e s ay s . Granet also cautions that a designer “should not go too low-end too fast,” as there is a propensity to want to have products in both Bergdorf Goodman and Target. “You can build a high-end brand if the product is good and designed well. You have to be careful in how to brand yourself. Suzanne Kasler doing both Ballard Designs and Hickory Chair has not hurt her high-end design one bit,” he says of his work with the southern interior designer. He says the same can be said for high-end couture such as Donna Karan and her lower-priced line DKNY.
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Eats’N’Sleeps Loi restaurantloi.com 208 West 70th Street 212.875.8600
Landbrot Landbrotbakery.com 137 Seventh Avenue South 212.755.7311
Rouge Tomate rougetomatenyc.com 10 East 60th Street 646.237.8977
North End Grill northendgrillnyc.com 104 North End Avenue at Murray St. 646.747.1600
It’s all Greek to us, and happily so at Loi, the new restaurant featuring a refreshing look at Greek cuisine lovingly presented by Chef Maria Loi. Back in her native Greece, she hosted her own cooking show for many years, and wrote a number of successful cookbooks all showcasing her modern approach to authentic Greek cooking and the Mediterranean diet. New Yorkers can now tuck into her homemade phyllo pies of the day, melt-in-yourmouth keftedakia meatballs served with feta mousse sauce, ahini sea urchin appetizer, or dainty and flavorful cheese croquettes, topped with fig and apricot compote. The large, serene, open and airy space has beautiful hardwood floors, striped chairs in warm gray and caramel accents, white beams, and charcoal gray pillars, creating a sleek, elegant and inviting atmosphere (which recently won best new restaurant design in Interior Design magazine). But Maria herself provides the finishing touch, bustling around the room, beaming at her guests. She’ll want you to sample one of her hearty, home-style desserts: freshly baked, delicate, sweet baklava, of course, or a wedge of walnut cake. Save room; you won’t regret it.
Willkommen, Landbrot! A genuine flavor and hearty spirit of Germany has arrived with this bakery-bar concept. Derived from the German word meaning “country bread,” Landbrot is a showcase of generations-old baking traditions with a menu featuring a wide array of breads, pastries, tarts, muffins, and cakes. Signature selections include authentic Brezeln (pretzels), which come in traditional salted, sesame, and pumpkin seed, and its house-special bread, the Landbrot, a double-crusted rye loaf. Guests can choose a made-to-order sandwich or one of the “Flaming Pies”— savory baked flatbreads, topped with bacon, Black Forest ham, spinach, mushrooms, or Emmental cheese. But don’t forget the juicy bratwursts and frankfurters, topped with sauerkraut, spicy Bavarian mustard, and plum ketchup. Beer lovers, take note: On tap is a selection from renowned Bavarian micro-brewery Höss. In addition, German beers from such esteemed brewers as Hopf, Reutberger, and Schonramer are featured by the bottle. Landbrot’s décor is Old Germany meets Manhattan: Amidst natural woods, marble, and iron accents, antique German spice racks, beer steins, and baking tools adorn the space. Early 20th-century flour sacks from Southern Germany, used as banquette upholstery, finish the look.
Rouge Tomate is an eco-friendly foodie paradise. This unique culinary oasis features Executive Chef Jeremy Bearman’s market-driven and locally sourced modern American menu. But the cuisine goes beyond the farm-to-table concept, focusing not only on sourcing, but also on dishes that maximize the nutritional benefits of sustainable ingredients. Each menu item follows the principles of SPE (Sanitas Per Escam or Health Through Food), a program designed to enhance nutritional quality without compromising taste. No surprise that Rouge Tomate is also committed to environmentally and socially responsible practices, a commitment that has led to recognition from a wide range of green organizations as well as a Michelin Star—the ultimate proof that a finedining establishment can respect the environment and produce worldclass cuisine at the same time. And extraordinary food it is: Try the wild mushroom farrotto, with parsnip, parmesan, maple, and pickled shallot, or the tender arctic char crudo, served with horseradish yogurt, trout roe, and dill. You’ll enjoy every bite in a contemporary retreat created by award-winning architectural firm Bentel & Bentel. The stunning interior integrates elements from the outside environment, including water, light, wood, and colorful foliage to strengthen the connection to nature.
Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group has another hit on its hands with North End Grill and Executive Chef Floyd Cardoz at the helm. Cardoz, the winner of Bravo’s Top Chef Masters Season 3 and the founding chef/partner of USHG’s successful restaurant Tabla, has re-imagined the quintessential American bar and grill in a rusticchic northern Battery Park City location. The 140-seat restaurant was also designed by Bentel & Bentel, whose work for USHG includes Gramercy Tavern, The Modern, and Blue Smoke. A seafood display area and pastry station greets diners before they enter the main dining room, which features custom-designed dark blue leather booths and banquettes referencing the bentwood style, as well as a wall made of reclaimed Wyoming snow fence post. The menu emphasizes grilling techniques to highlight the flavors of carefully sourced, seasonal ingredients, and the open kitchen features custom-designed wood-burning grills on which seafood, meats, vegetables, and more are cooked to perfection. The eatery also boasts a warm and vibrant bar area, with tables and drink rails, as well as a wall-length cabinet that highlights its extensive selection of scotches, over 100 varieties. We’ll toast to that!
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Extraordinary cuisine at Rouge Tomate, a taste of history at the New-York Historical Society's Caffè Storico, and indulge in luxury and art at the Conrad New York hotel.
Recette recettenyc.com 328 West 12th Street 212.414.3000
Caffè Storico caffestorico.com 170 Central Park West 212.485.9211
Conrad New York conradhotels.com 102 North End Avenue 212.945.0100
Sanctuary Hotel sanctuaryhotelnyc.com 132 West 47th Street 212.234.7000
On a cozy corner of the West Village is the warm and welcoming Recette. What began as a successful private dining company has evolved into a successful New York restaurant for ambitious 29-year-old chef/owner Jesse Schenker. The charming neighborhood spot, featuring contemporary eclectic American cuisine, opened its doors to much acclaim, and Schenker has garnered numerous distinctions, from his inclusion in Details magazine’s “America’s Best Young Chefs” to Zagat’s “30 Hottest Chefs Under 30” list. He has come by his reputation for a reason: The cooking is smart and imaginative, and the food is full of robust flavor. Recette has one of the tastiest tasting menus around town, featuring dishes like salt cod fritters with lamb sausage ragu and curry aioli, or roasted foie gras served with monkfish liver terrine, mushroom glaze, and chicharron. Desserts are also to die for, especially his famous S’Mores with graham cracker ice cream, toasted marshmallow, and “hot” chocolate ganache. The 46seat dining room exudes a lively yet comforting ambience, filled with hand-picked antiques, an abundance of large windows, and framed mirrors, all of which nicely complement its rustic wood floors and tables set off by olive green, white, and coffee brown accents.
Famed restaurateur Stephen Starr brings casual elegance to the NewYork Historical Society with the opening of Caffè Storico (Italian for “historic”). The 74-seat, 1,500-squarefoot restaurant is part of the recent three-year, $65 million renovation of the iconic Central Park West institution. The restaurant features classic cicchetti (small plates), house-made pastas, and a selection of hearty entrées. Helming the kitchen is award-winning chef Jim Burke who brings an earthy and simple style to the menu, combining rustic Italian culinary sensibilities with a modern twist. The pastas include comforting yet unique preparations, such as hand-rolled garganelli with cauliflower, pine nuts, and bottarga di muggine (dried fish roe), and pappardelle with duck ragu, served with shaved chocolate and orange, a signature dish. Designed by SLDesign, the restaurant has illuminated 15-foot-high display cases filled with 19th-century European porcelain and china—all from the New-York Historical Society’s collection—that evoke the charm of the museum’s Victorian past. A bright yellow 30-foot-long seating banquette functions as a modern point of departure from the historic backdrop of the venue, and accompanying sleek furniture lends the dining room a classic-meetscontemporary style.
The 463 all-suite Conrad New York is a welcome addition to the lower Manhattan scene. This new luxury property, with its spacious, elegant accommodations, has strong architectural, design, and art components and fabulous Hudson River views. The striking interior came from a collaborative effort among many architects and designers, including Josh Chaiken of KPF Associates, Monica Ponce de Leon of MPdl Studios, and Jill Greaves of Jill Greaves Design. It boasts more than 2,000 pieces of artwork displayed throughout the hotel. The impressive artist roster includes Pat Steir, Elizabeth Peyton, Sara Sasnowy, Mary Heilmann, and many more. The hotel’s atrium is anchored by “Loopy Doopy Blue and Purple 1999,” an abstract work by conceptualist painter Sol LeWitt. The dramatic piece towers 13 stories high and was custom-designed for the space. Atrio, the property’s signature restaurant, features Sherri Hollander’s “Unsung” series of inviting works in copper, enamel and pencil. In addition to being inspired by art and architecture, guests at the elegant retreat will find it convenient to many notable landmarks and attractions, including the World Financial Center, the New York Stock Exchange, South Street Seaport, and Battery Park, as well as minutes from trendy Tribeca, Soho, and Village neighborhoods.
Honored as the International Hotel of the Year at the 2011 European Hospitality Awards, the Sanctuary Hotel New York is the newest boutique concept from father and son duo Hank and Brandon Freid of the Impulsive Group. After perfecting the art of chic budget hotels, the Freids’ quest to create a luxury destination hotel has become a reality and the company’s flagship property. Originally built in 1908 and previously known as Hotel Rio, the Sanctuary has nine stories and offers a total of 111 luxury guest rooms. Combining exquisite world-class service and unique character, the sleek and trendy boutique property, nestled in the heart of Times Square, provides indulgent opulence. Boasting an elegantly modern look, the stylish and intimate property is a true refuge, offering personalized service and European-inspired hospitality. Each guest room features lavish amenities, including imported marble countertops, crystal chandeliers, Frette bed linens, HD flat screen TVs, and iHome stereo systems. Guests can indulge in the hotel’s dedicated Bentley car service as well as the S.T.A.R. Experience Program (Service Tailored to Any Request)—a one-of-a-kind, five-star concierge service designed to help make guests’ stays truly memorable.
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Francis D’Haene (D’apostrophe Design) “I recently specified the ‘steel wrapped oak side table with drawer’ from DESIGNLUSH as nightstands for two projects. I always look for products that have a rich play of materials and I was drawn to the mix of wood and steel. It’s also extremely versatile and durable. The piece’s modern aesthetic and functional design can seamlessly fit into any hospitality or residential installation.”
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Richard Frazier (Frazier) “I am VERY excited about a contemporary music ensemble I’ve been following lately. It’s called I.C.E. (International Contemporary Ensemble) and it’s a revelation—a group of extraordinarily talented, classically trained musicians who are pushing hard at the boundaries of what music and performance can be. They are led by a virtuosic flutist named Claire Chase who, if it’s possible, is a rock star with a flute. Their website is iceorg.org. This group has made modern and contemporary music relatable to me and reaffirmed my faith in the power of creativity and vision. They are amazing.”
West Chin (West Chin Architect, pllc) “This is from FTF’s new hardware line. The door pulls are 100% flush and flangeless and are unlike anything else on the market right now. They give the door a great, clean line. FTF has versions for pocket doors as well as closet doors, and they’re available in dark statuary bronze, powder coated white, and satin nickel finishes.”
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Lydia Marks and Lisa Frantz (Marks & Frantz Interior Design and Decoration) “Right now we are completely taken with vintage wallpaper. We were looking for something chic and original to decorate the sets of a Roland Emmerich TV pilot. Nothing new seemed to fit the bill and we decided to look back for inspiration. Vintage wallpaper struck us with gorgeous patterns, interesting color combinations, geometrics, and damasks. Now we want to design a nursery with the cute elephant and inchworm pattern and a dining room with a custom pattern based on a vintage design by Gracie Studio. The paper is all limited quantities so when it’s gone it’s gone!”
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Rick Shaver and Lee Melahn (Shaver/Melahn Studios Ltd.) “The word for here and beyond is “sustainability.” DIRTT’s Breathe Living Wall is an award-winning green product creating living organisms that add beauty, fragrance, and most importantly, an additional breath of fresh air to work environments and residences as well. The patterns of plant life are infinite to a designer. It can be scaled to fit the front of a reception desk or cover a monolithic entry wall, and the benefit to detoxifying the workspace is priceless.”
Scott Salvator (Scott Salvator, Inc.) “The houses Messel designed in Barbados inspired everyone and still set the standard for chic. His white theater design gave Syrie Maugham a career. His movie set design for Suddenly Last Summer was the perfect backdrop for Elizabeth Taylor, Katherine Hepburn, and Monty Clift to overact Tennessee William’s overwritten play. And then for the book to be edited by little Tommy Messel, divine! Cecil who? The hand-carved simple techniques used to fabricate it make twee, fabulous.”
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M O ST SHY. PI E C ES OF U NDERSTATED ELEGAN C E.
Comrade Stool available at Dennis Miller Associates, 212.684.0070
Down to Earth by Maxwell Fabrics available at Flourishes, 212.779.4540
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Giraffe Floor Lamp available at C么t茅 France, 212.684.0707
2-Light Wall Sconce available at Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co., 212.545.0032
Occasional Glass Top Cocktail Table available at Bolier, 212.684.0070
Charlottesville Wing Chair available at Century Furniture Showroom, 212.479.0107
Pierced Cubes available at Tucker Robbins, 212.355.3383
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2809-48 Chest available at Henredon, 212.679.5828
Fleetwood Sofa available at PROFILES, 212.689.6903
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Bauhaus Console available at The Bright Group, 212.726.9030
Capucine Floor Lamp available at Niermann Weeks, 212.319.7979
Tromp L’oeil Chest available at Grange, 212.685.9494
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Eraser Rug available at Stephanie Odegard Collection, 212.545.0069
M29-10 Console available at Louis J. Solomon, 212.545.9200
650 Chair available at Hickory Chair Pearson, 212.725.3776
Arc Bench available at Baker Knapp & Tubbs, 212.779.8810
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Clockwise from top: Tulip Leaf Chandelier by Scofield Lighting available at Wood and Hogan, Inc., 212.532.7440 White Matrix by Haiku Fans available at Calger Lighting, Inc., 212.689.9511 Lunar Collection available at Global Views, 212.725.8439 Soma Table available at Brueton, 212.838.1630
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Clockwise from top left: Travat available at Porcelanosa USA, 212.683.2232 Mystic Console by Tommy Bahama available at Lexington Home Brands Showroom, 212.532.2750 Claro Walnut Log Benches available at Restoration Timber, 877.980.WOOD Demure De Rigueur Kitchen designed by Alexandra Knight for Korts & Knight Kitchens, 212.392.4750
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Fitting Room Louis J. Solomon’s new Small-Scale Sofas are the perfect size for a tight squeeze or doubling up in a grander room. This style mixes the classic good looks of a traditional chesterfield with a contemporary flair. Available in three sizes with a variety of leg finishes. Two throw pillows come standard. Louis J. Solomon, Inc., Suite 911, 212.545.9200, louisjsolomon.com
Killer Curves BOL Flooring from Restoration Timber is curved to fit together perfectly without wasting all of the wood lost in conventional milling methods. These curves make the product different than any flooring on the market. It comes in cherry, walnut, oak, and maple. Restoration Timber, Suite 436, 877.980.WOOD, restorationtimber.com
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freshpicks Open Wider In order to communicate the design idea behind his Bite Stool/Side Table to the Ifugao carvers who produce it in West Africa, Tucker Robbins described the shape as a wide-open mouth. It seems an apt comparison for such an expressive and striking conversation piece. Tucker Robbins, Suite 504, 212.355.3383, tuckerrobbins.com
Brought to Light Years ago, Joe Niermann of Niermann Weeks found a chandelier made of ice tongs with floral iron embellishments in an antique shop. With more and more recent requests for smaller fixtures, it seemed a perfect time to bring this idea to the forefront with the creation of the Redfern Chandelier. Niermann Weeks, Suite 905, 212.319.7979, niermannweeks.com
Required Reading The new Library Desk, designed by Maxine Snider and available exclusively at The Bright Group, features waterfall veneers, a bronze base, and integrated bookshelves. This piece is handcrafted in America and available in custom sizes and finishes. The Bright Group, Suite 902, 212.726.9030, thebrightgroup.com
Turning Heads This dimmable LED Table Light from George Kovacs at Metropolitan Lighting is finished in chocolate-colored chrome and has an adjustable head, making it both versatile and aesthetically pleasing. It’s also available in additional finishes and a floor lamp version as well. Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co., Suite 512, 212.545.0032, minka.com 46
Vive Le Fridge This Regency-style chest at Côté France is actually a mini bar, and was originally designed for a five-star French hotel. It is embellished with antiqued gold trim and interior brass galleries. The sides feature hand-carved shell and scroll motifs, as well as decorative monograms that can be personalized. Côté France, Suite 1201, 212.684.0707, cotefrance.com
Eight in the Side The Octave Sideboard at Dennis Miller Associates is a wedding of wood and craft. This new casegood by Altura Furniture has a relief door composition of hand-selected, mixed walnut rippings and flush dark bronze pulls. Shown in natural walnut with medium walnut base and claro walnut doors, it is available in several sizes, configurations, and finishes. Dennis Miller Associates, Suite 1210, 212.684.0070, dennismiller.com
Slip This On Hickory Chair’s new Slipper Chair is a retro, mid-century-modern inspired look with a biscuit tufted back and seat, solid maple frame, and 8-way hand-tied seat and Marshall Spring back. The chair is covered in Pearson’s new velvet collection, a blend of cotton-polyester available in 24 colors. Hickory Chair Pearson, Suite 102, 212.725.3776, hickorychairpearson.com
Private Realm The Victory Table at Wood & Hogan, shown here in walnut with a gray sandblasted finish, has its roots in the architecture of England’s famed Lake District. Many of the district’s homes were designed by A.W.N. Pugin, founder of the Gothic Revival movement and designer of the British Houses of Parliament. Wood & Hogan, Inc., Suite 812, 212.532.7440, woodandhogan.com
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Oh, Calacata! Calacata Tile by Porcelanosa is a rectified gloss porcelain tile from Spain that can be used on floors or walls. The veining mimics real marble, yet it remains as easy to clean as tile. Calacata is very versatile because each completed floor looks unique. Available in gold or silver and in three sizes. Porcelanosa, Suite 609, 212.252.7370, porcelanosa-usa.com
Ahead for Figures Global Views’ Chinese Figures are ceramics made in Portugal. Each figure is hand-detailed by local artisans. Their modern take on these Chinoiserie pieces is an update in colors to hottest new pastels. A pop of orange makes the figures not too sweet, very current but also very classic. Global Views, Suite 613, 212.725.8439, globalviews.com
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Coco in the Kitchen The Sculpted Wave cabinet door of Korts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra Knight’s Paris Collection was custom-made by Draper DBS of Pennsylvania. It adds a delicate grace to the sharp lines of the average kitchen. Inspired by Coco Chanel, the Paris Collection exemplifies the couture of a Korts & Knight kitchen. Korts & Knight Kitchens by Alexandra Knight, Suite 714, 212.392.4750, korts.com
Book Smarts The first two books to debut from Maxwell’s new six-book Studio Collection are Kyoto and Stockholm. Kyoto is a composition of contemporary wool and chenille looks—cozy comfort, dressed up in modern sophistication. Stockholm was inspired by vintage looks of washed woods and faded fabrics— shabbychic, revamped and uplifted. Maxwell Fabrics available at Flourishes, Suite 414, 212.779.4540, maxwellfabrics.com
Worn Well The new Kabjalosha Collection of handwoven and knotted line of Himalayan wool carpets developed by Stephanie Odegard incorporates an ancient weaving technique that creates intense depth of field. The use of multiple wefts and low pile gives it a particularly supple hand and an antique “worn looking” aesthetic. Stephanie Odegard Collection, Suite 1209, 800.670.8836, stephanieodegard.com
Rolling in the Deep The sweeping profile of the Urbana Platform Bed, from the 11 South Collection by Lexington, captures the essence of a wave in motion. The casual contemporary design, crafted in rich quartered walnut, features distinctive architectural styling with graphite metal accents. Lexington Home Brands, Suite 212, 212.532.2750, lexington.com
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freshpicks Mahogany Media Inspired by the Campaign style, the Keyser Media Console from the Acquisitions Collection at Henredon features both open and hidden spaces for your multimedia needs. Made from Philippine mahogany solids and veneers, its three drawers are adorned with custom brass fitting and hardware. Henredon Interior Design Showroom, Suite 616, 212.679.5828, henredon.com
Quiet Revolution Haiku Ceiling Fans employ a revolutionary Sensorless Drive Technology that remains hidden by the seamless fit and finish at their center. Energy Star confirmed it as the most efficient small ceiling fan, and Haiku also won the prestigious international Red Dot Award, a prominent seal indicating quality design. Haiku (at Calger Lighting, Inc.), Suite 434, 212.689.9511, haikufan.com
Shadow Play The Domicile Faceted Door Tall Cabinet, designed by Michael Vanderbyl for Bolier, is made of a cerused oak case with faceted white lacquer doors that provide a unique play on light and shadow. Bolier & Company, Suite 1216, 212.684.0070, bolierco.com
Lex And 20th Century The simple gracious curves of the Lexington Chairs from Profiles were inspired by mid-20th-century designs. In oak, mahogany, or walnut, they complement any table. Profiles, Suite 1211, 212.689.6903, profilesny.com
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Southern Romance “I couldn’t create a furniture collection without a romantic bed,” says Charlotte Moss about her Atlanta Poster Bed for Century Icons. “I can’t think of a client of mine who doesn’t have a romantic four-poster.” The carving is a classic French style incorporating her signature carved basket weave detail. Century Furniture Showroom, Suite 200, 212.479.0107, centuryfurniture.com
Spice Up Breakfast For more than a century, the Dutch ruled the pepper- and cinnamon-rich Malabar Coast of India. The Malabar Breakfast Table, from The Milling Road Collection at Baker Knapp & Tubbs, is a spicy table for two that captures the spirit of the subcontinent. The contoured, sculptural base has serpentine curves, and the terrazzo top provides just the right contrast. Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Suite 300, 212.779.8810, bakerfurniture.com
Finishing Powder Decorated in wispy peonies, the Peony Curved Sideboard from Grange’s Exceptions De Grange Collection uses soft, powdery tones to create a subtle elegance. This piece is built from solid cherrywood to provide functional durability. The collection includes furniture that is traditional in design, but has a contemporary twist on colors and textures. Grange, Suite 201, 212.685.9494, grange.fr
Head of Sophistication The new Riviera Bar Stool, designed and crafted by Brueton, is a minimalist piece that still manages to provide smooth, svelte comfort atop its stainless-steel legs. Riviera is offered in different heights and finishes, COM and COL, in addition to Brueton’s own materials. Brueton, Suite 1502, 212.838.1630, brueton.com JUN
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1. Good Bones (facing page) The Danieli Chandelier and Sconce at Niermann Weeks is based on a 19th-century fixture. Joe Niermann whittled away “layers of over-the-top decorations” to reveal an appealing framework underneath. 2. Local Color Tucker Robbins’ porcelain Zig Zag Stool/Side Table is produced by local artisans in West Africa. The workshop is supported through Aid to Artisans and funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development.
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3. City of Christal Light (facing page) The Christal Chandelier by Andre Arbus at Baker Knapp & Tubbs is one of his signature pieces and was conceived for his own apartment in Paris. 4. Chests Out Whether used individually or together, the Louisville His and Her Chests at Century infuse a room with a little whimsy. 5. Band of Gold This Oval Coffee Table from Louis J. Solomon, with a metal base finished in gold and a tempered glass top, comes in different sizes and as a console. 6. Marie From Brooklyn The Marie End Table by Emmanuel Delalain at Profiles is handcrafted from white oak and wengÊ. Although decidedly sporting with a French accent, it’s made in Brooklyn!
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7. Pop Patterns Maxwell’s Pop Art (carried at Flourishes) is a bold and masculine art deco–inspired fabric collection. Graphic patterns come alive in vividly contrasting color combinations or look elegantly subdued in chic neutrals. 8. New Balance The unique combination of pure forms in the Ginger Table at Brueton offers a refreshingly different approach to the pedestal high table. 9. Air Apparent A true statement piece, the cherrywood Ateliers Locker by Grange has distinctive and cleverly placed venting on the bottom of the doors. 10. A-Adjustment Bureau The Bureau A Gradin desk from Côté France has gracious curved legs, aprons, deck, and bronze florette details. The medallion on the back can be customized with a monogram.
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11. MOMAs House The classic Bolier Domicile Cube Chair, designed by Michael Vanderbyl, has been added to the permanent collection at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. 12. Flaming Stitches The Lumbre Rug by Stephanie Odegard was inspired by her needlepoint pillows. The name originates from a Florentine pattern, sometimes called a flame stitch that usually incorporates several shades of different colors. 13. Red, Red, Wine Restoration Timber’s Reclaimed Redwood is beautiful enough, but this wood reclaimed from old red wine tanks is even lovelier. The color of the wine blends with the color of the wood and delivers unmatched richness. 14. Shining Through The Prisms Chandelier by Studio bel Vetro at Metropolitan Lighting has both halogen spots and an LED cluster that shines through its strands of sapphire-colored glass.
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15. European Post Korts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra Knight introduces the Post European Kitchen to the American consumer. Their Paris Collection includes Draper DBS’s Four Carat and Sculpted Wave doors. 16. Hide In Plain Sight To celebrate The Bright Group’s partnership with Edelman Leather, the Elana Ottoman by Douglas Levine is covered here in a natural hide from Edelman’s Cavallini in the Wild Collection. 17. Reclining Class This mahogany Edwardian Lounge Chair and Ottoman from Wood & Hogan has a tight back and a loose seat cushion on tapered and grooved legs. 18. Tree Carving The simply shaped Folio Eighteen Chest by Henredon features a unique, carved “tree of life” design, including carved wood pulls for the two drawers.
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19. Essential Efficiency Organic essentialism, the idea of eliminating anything superfluous, influenced the design of Haiku Fans. Haiku’s unique airfoils allow a seamless finish to its revolutionary motor, where the secrets of its industry-leading efficiency reside. 20. Bead On It The intricate beaded pattern in the Mestizo Credenza at Dennis Miller is meticulously hand-laid, creating a complex monochromatic image. This authentic pattern is by the Huichol people of Mexico. 21. Gilded Ageless Inspired by French Art Deco pieces of the ’20s and ’30s, this stylish Cocktail Table from Pearson Occasional features a rectangular-shaped top and shelf wrapped in faux leather shagreen. 22. Frets At The Border The Bamboo Rug at Global Views is modern with a reference to the traditional bamboo fretwork. Made in India of 100% wool, it comes in five colors. 23. Mass A-Peel Fully clad in supple tangerine leather, the eye-catching Aria Chest from Lexington’s Aquarius Collection was just introduced at the HighPoint Market. Also available in chartreuse or chamois-colored leather. 24. Stone Hedge Mosaico Recife from Porcelanosa is a ceramic mosaic that looks like marble, with ultra realistic veining and variation. Available in three colors with matching floor and wall tiles.
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HENREDON This beautifully scaled double pedestal Osterley Manor by Henredon Oval Dining Table stands on two burled classic pedestals with Regency-style scrolled feet. The top is radial matched American walnut bordered with American stump walnut and subtle white inlay. It can be extended with two 24-inch leaves. Henredon Interior Design Showroom, Suite 616, 212.679.5828, henredon.com
Restoration Timber Hand-hewn beams and wonderful wide Grey Hemlock Ceiling Materials will make any space a warm and welcoming place to be. Of course, the hemlock makes for a great flooring choice as well. Material comes from barns over 100 years old and is customselected for each product. Restoration Timber, Suite 436, 877.980.WOOD, restorationtimber.com JUN
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Bolier TUCKER ROBBINS The Modernist Dining Table is inspired by the architecture of the Barcelona Pavilion. Tucker Robbins uses a simple architectural base to accentuate the exotic hardwood top. The open design allows the top to float in space while the straight lines of the steel contrast with the organic edges and grains of the wood. Tucker Robbins, Suite 504, 212.355.3383, tuckerrobbins.com
Designed by Richard Mishaan for Bolier, The Modern Luxury White Lacquer Chest is an updated interpretation of a classic form, featuring polished stainless-steel hardware. It is equally at home in a bedroom as it is in a living room. Bolier & Company, Suite 1216, 212.684.0070, bolierco.com
Grange Inspired by Louis XVI, the Jacob Hall Table is a French take on a standard piece. A dramatic finish of bold striped colors on a cool gray body is complemented by stitched leather drawer pulls. Unmistakably Grange, this table demonstrates purity of line and original and sophisticated color choice. Grange, Suite 201, 212.685.9494, grange.fr
Baker Knapp & Tubbs This inviting dining chair, inspired by the salon chairs of the 1940s, is from the Thomas Pheasant Collection at Baker Knapp & Tubbs. Always a welcome addition at any occasion, it mixes easily with nearly any other wood-frame dining chair. Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Suite 300, 212.779.8810, bakerfurniture.com
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Niermann Weeks The Iron & Crystal Chandelier was the first design produced by Niermann Weeks. The whitewashed original was found in an old French convent outside Rouen. The modern version features hand-forged braces and rivets, handmade repoussĂŠe details, and traces of rust and old whitewash that capture the spirit of the original. Niermann Weeks, Suite 905, 212.319.7979, niermannweeks.com
PROFILES Structural elegance in mahogany and Lucite with a touch of brass, the Duplex Table by Victoria Hagan is built to hold the latest editions to your library or an end-of-day tea. It makes an excellent companion to your favorite chair. Profiles, Suite 1211, 212.689.6903, profilesny.com
The Bright Group The Vareene Writing Table by Maxine Snider is a wonderful marriage of traditional design and contemporary sensibility. It features an upholstered writing surface with a retractable top. Crafted in the USA, it is available with many custom options. Maxine Snider Designs are new and exclusive to The Bright Group. The Bright Group, Suite 902, 212.726.9030, thebrightgroup.com
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freshpicks GLOBAL VIEWS As their most popular item, the iron Climbing Man represents many things to many people— from a metaphor to overcoming strife to beating all odds. You can buy one or 20 and make your own statement. Global Views, Suite 613, 212.725.8439, globalviews.com
Maxwell Fabrics Concerto is a glamorous compilation of iridescent taffeta drapery in a brilliant palette of color. This collection offers three luxurious options. Chopin is the quintessential taffeta with an elegant sheen for just a touch of glamour. Mozart has a wonderfully crisp hand and lustrous surface sheen for an extremely luxe look. Vivaldi has a distinctively soft hand and smooth drape, perfect for a sleek modern treatment. Maxwell Fabrics available at Flourishes, Suite 414, 212.779.4540, maxwellfabrics.com
Korts & Knight Kitchens Neff Kitchens is a luxury, custom cabinetry producer best known for its curved cabinetry, adding an exotic feel to every kitchen they create. The offerings include custom inlaid marquetry, metal inlays, custom carvings, and exotic wood veneers. Korts & Knight is Neff’s premier Manhattan dealer. Korts & Knight Kitchens by Alexandra Knight, Suite 714, 212.392.4750, korts.com
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LExington Home Brands Those who are passionate about modern design find their inspiration in bold, imaginative styling. The Mirage Collection from Lexington Home Brands blends the richness of walnut veneer with the figured patterns of Mappa burl and the brilliance of polished stainless steel. Pictured here are the Lamour Buffet and the Fontaine Round Mirror. Lexington Home Brands, Suite 212, 212.532.2750, lexington.com
Porcelanosa Canada White Wash Tile is a new addition to the Woodtec Porcelain Hardwood line. Woodtec Porcelain Hardwood has the color and finish of real hardwood but installation and maintenance are much simpler. These tiles resist abrasion, stains, scratches, and insects, with no risk of damage due to exposure to sun or humidity. Porcelanosa, Suite 609, 212.252.7370, porcelanosa-usa.com
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DefiningPieces Haiku Naturally beautiful, fully renewable, and incredibly strong (it has the tensile strength of steel), bamboo is used to create Haiku Bamboo, a fan that establishes a new paradigm in ceiling fan design and engineering. Unlike wood, this hardy grass regrows to full mature height within five years after harvesting. Haiku (at Calger Lighting, Inc.), Suite 434, 212.689.9511, haikufan.com
Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co. With its perfect proportions and Eidolon Krystal glass accents, this 4-Light Contemporary Chandelier from Metropolitan Lighting suits a wide range of interiors and settings. It comes with a polished-nickel finish and white linen shades. Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co., Suite 512, 212.545.0032, minka.com
Stephanie Odegard COLLECTION Stephanie Odegard’s whimsical Campu design was inspired by a dragon in a 13th-century textile fragment in a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. The silk accents and the motifs are reminiscent of clouds and waves, and the oval shape provides the perfect format for these allusions. Stephanie Odegard Collection, Suite 1209, 800.670.8836, stephanieodegard.com
Louis J. Solomon Solomon upholstered furniture, such as this inviting and enveloping Arm Chair, is made in the USA from solid hard wood and crafted from the finest materials, including hand-tied coil springs and ecofriendly fibers and cushions. It is available in a wide variety of fabrics or in the customer’s own material. Louis J. Solomon, Inc., Suite 911, 212.545.9200, louisjsolomon.com
WOOD & HOGAN Made in England, with authentic attention to detail, the circa-1725 George I Walnut Chest On Stand has a solid walnut cross-grain cornice. It also features highly figured drawer fronts and fluted canted corners on cabriole legs. The finish has a lovely mellow patina and original brasses. Wood & Hogan, Inc., Suite 812, 212.532.7440, woodandhogan.com
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Brueton The Comfy Chair has a classical yet modern appeal. These stylized little chairs are extremely comfortable with form-fitting contours and uniquely shaped wooden legs. Brueton, Suite 1502, 212.838.1630, brueton.com
Dennis Miller Powell & Bonnell’s Beat Coffee Table has a modern vibe. A design offshoot inspired by the Tuffett Ottoman, this table is available in a sleek ellipse as well as a cool round. The table top surface is supported on a sculptural reverse tapered leg with cross stretcher base. Dennis Miller Associates, Suite 1210, 212.684.0070, dennismiller.com
Côté France The Commode A Armoiries is a classic French reproduction with a rich background. The original was commissioned by the French Cardinal De Bouillon, and later purchased by a High Lord Treasurer who added his family crests and installed it in his manor in Normandy, where it remained for 150 years. But that’s only the beginning of the story…. Côté France, Suite 1201, 212.684.0707, cotefrance.com
Century The Lexington Dining Table defines hospitality. Whether as a graceful centerpiece in an entry hall, topped with flowers, welcoming guests, greeting you first thing in the morning for breakfast, or extended as a dining room table, the combination of glazed and wood finishes is a perfect blend. Century Furniture Showroom, Suite 200, 212.479.0107, centuryfurniture.com
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Hickory Chair The Alexander Sofa, Chair, and Ottoman were adapted from a 19th-century image from The Cabinet Dictionary, a rare Thomas Sheraton book which is carefully preserved in the world-class library of the Winterthur Country Estate. The sculptural exposed wood frame is accentuated by elegantly slender mahogany trim surrounding the base, arms, and outback. Hickory Chair Pearson, Suite 102, 212.725.3776, hickorychairpearson.com
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ShowroomPortraits Profiles of Some of NYDC’s Most Familiar Names
BAKER KNAPP & TUBBS Suite 300
BENJAMIN MOORE & CO. Suite 714
BOLIER Suite 1216
THE BRIGHT GROUP Suite 902
Founded in 1902, Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Inc. remains one of the largest wholesale distributors in the industry with 17 showrooms located in major design districts throughout the United States and at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre in London. Product assortment spans from historic reproductions dating back to the 17th century to modern designs from today’s most recognized independent designers. Baker Knapp & Tubbs, Suite 300, phone 212.779.8810, fax 212.689.2827, bakerfurniture.com
Benjamin Moore has opened the doors of its new designer showroom for the New York City design community. This to-the-trade showroom brings the company’s color design tools and color consulting directly to the New York City market. The goal is to be at the heart of the design community—to provide convenience, accessibility, service, and inspiration when it comes to color selection. Benjamin Moore & Co., Suite 714, phone 212.684.2001, fax 212.684.2115, benjaminmoore.com
Presenting a "modernist's view of classic form," Bolier offers a select portfolio of classic forms inspired by traditional fine furniture and shaped for contemporary lifestyles. Each piece reflects a dedication to design, materials, and authentic craftsmanship and is created for lasting value. Pictured: The Domicile Crescent Lounge Chair by Michael Vanderbyl in a cerused oak finish. Bolier, Suite 1216, phone 212.684.0070, fax 212.684.0776, bolierco.com
The Bright Group, a leading upholstered seating manufacturer located in Middletown, New York, is pleased to introduce Lorae, designed by Douglas Levine. With its sleek and striking curves, the Lorae Lounge Collection has a vintage modern feel suitable in residential and commercial settings. Lorae's unique side arm curve is the perfect height for a comfortable pose. The Bright Group, Suite 902, phone 212.726.9030, fax 212.726.9029, thebrightgroup.com
BRUETON Suite 1502
CENTURY FURNITURE SHOWROOM Suite 200
CÔTÉ FRANCE Suite 1201
COUTURE SHOWROOMS Suite 715
Brueton, a U.S. manufacturer based in New York, manufactures a full line of contemporary furniture including sofas, tables, chairs, casegoods, and accessories catering to residential and commercial clients. In addition, Brueton offers vast custom capabilities, including fabricating the simplest to the most complicated stainless-steel products and architectural metals for architects and designers. Brueton, Suite 1502, phone 212.838.1630, fax 212.838.1652, brueton.com
Now a third-generation family-owned company, Century is located in Hickory, North Carolina, with over 900 associates. Each of their employees owns a stake in the company and their commitment can be seen in every piece of furniture they make. No detail is overlooked to insure that each piece of Century Furniture will be something to treasure for all time. Century Furniture Showroom, Suite 200, phone 212.479.0107, fax 212.479.0112, centuryfurniture.com
Visit Côté France for quality, style, and originality. The company’s French workrooms proudly boast generations of families continuing a tradition of fine handcraftsmanship. In addition to classic French reproductions in authentic finishes, Côté France brings tradition into the 21st century with vibrant colors and unique painted designs. Recently introduced is a collection of 18th-century reproduction outdoor teak furniture and a solid bronze lighting collection. Côté France, Suite 1201, phone 212.684.0707, fax 212.684.8940, cotefrance.com
Couture Showrooms is now on the 7th floor. In addition to carrying the wellknown Vladimir Kagan Couture line, they have now expanded their offerings to encompass other prestigious names such as A.S. Morris, Spectrum West, Ron Seff, Axis Mundi, and Custom Designs by Luigi Gentile. Fabric and leather lines are available for your selection from their local workroom. Couture Showrooms, Suite 715, phone 212.689.0730, fax 212.689.1830, coutureshowrooms.com
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DENNIS MILLER ASSOCIATES Suite 1210
FLOURISHES Suite 414
GLOBAL VIEWS Suite 613
GRANGE Suite 201
Since 1983, Dennis Miller Associates has offered innovative furniture and lighting collections designed by architects, interior designers, and artisans. Its showroom provides a continually evolving showcase of contemporary and 20th-century classic design excellence. Its popularity with top designers speaks for itself. Come see the recent additions to Dennis Miller Fabrics, Lighting, and Rug collections. Dennis Miller Associates, Suite 1210, phone 212.684.0070, fax 212.684.0776, dennismiller.com
After 58 years, Maxwell’s reputation is rock solid. Now they have a new face and a fresh look as a younger generation of the Maxwell family sets the pace. They have unique insight and awareness into emerging new design trends, while presenting modern classic fabrics that add distinction, value, and vitality to projects. Maxwell Fabrics available at Flourishes, Suite 414, phone 212.779.4540, fax 212.779.4542, maxwellfabrics.com
Global Views is a home decor wholesale company with collections that blend various styles to make pieces that are elegant, exotic, refined, and casual. They offer a wide assortment of fashion-forward products from furniture to accessories that fit every price range. Global Views, Suite 613, phone 212.725.8439, fax 212.679.4927, globalviews.com
Grange, introduced in the United States in 1982, has a commitment to the techniques of master artisans. Each piece is handcrafted using 19th-century methods and materials and 21st-century green practices. Grange uses waterbased paints and varnishes to reduce emissions and good-sense forestry practices that honor the 60- to -80year rotation. Since 1904, the factory has been based in the foothills of Lyon, France. Grange, Suite 201, phone 212.685.9494, fax 212.213.5132, grange.fr
HAIKU (CALGER LIGHTING, INC.) Suite 434
HENREDON INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWROOM, Suite 616
Hickory Chair-Pearson Suite 102
KORTS & KNIGHT KITCHENS BY ALEXANDRA KNIGHT, Suite 714
Backed by years of research and development and hundreds of prototypes, Haiku reflects the attention to detail that the Big Ass Fan Company is known for worldwide. Its industryleading efficiency, silent motor, topsin-class airflow, use of sustainable materials, quality craftsmanship and minimalist design combine to create the perfect air-moving machine. With eight patents worldwide, Haiku is a true original. Haiku (atCalger Lighting, Inc.), Suite 434, phone 212.689.9511, fax 212.779.0721, haikufan.com
The mission of the Henredon Interior Design Showroom is to service the design trade at the highest possible level, while offering a fashion-forward shopping experience. The showroom represents Henredon Furniture, Barbara Barry Realized by Henredon, LaneVenture, Maitland-Smith and LaBarge. Founded in Morganton, North Carolina, in 1945, Henredon now offers hundreds of beautiful wood and upholstery designs for every room. Henredon Interior Design Showroom, Suite 616, phone 212.679.5828, fax 212.679.6509, henredon.com
Hickory Chair and Pearson bring together in one showroom a combination of unique and inspirational collections, with a combined age of 172 years of fine furniture manufacturing. Pearson has an amazing collection of more than 500 styles, all designed in-house, ranging from traditional to contemporary, dressy to casual, with a number of custom options with which to help individualize your furniture choice. Hickory Chair Pearson, Suite 102, phone 212.725.3776, fax 212.725.3763, hickorychairpearson.com
Korts & Knight, San Francisco’s premier kitchen design company, opened their first design studio in the San Francisco Bay area in 1975. They have expanded to the East Coast with a new Manhattan showroom—Korts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra Knight. Notably, the New York showroom only features North American cabinetmakers. Come discover the Post-European kitchen. Korts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra Knight, Suite 714, phone 212.392.4750, fax 855.200.LEXI, korts.com
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KRAVET FABRICS & FURNITURE, INC. Suite 401
LEXINGTON HOME BRANDS Suite 212
LOUIS J. SOLOMON, INC. Suite 911
METROPOLITAN LIGHTING FIXTURE CO., Suite 512
Kravet’s showroom strives to create a unique shopping experience for every designer in order to be the primary resource in the decorative fabrics and furnishings industry. The company's goal is to create a comfortable workspace and resource center for designers that serves as an extension of its own design studios. Product selections are presented in an environment that is both functional and stimulating. Kravet Fabrics & Furniture, Inc., Suite 401, phone 212.725.0340, fax 212.684.7350, kravet.com
Known for innovative lifestyle design, the Lexington Home Brands showroom features casegoods and custom-upholstered seating for every room of the home, by Lexington, Tommy Bahama, Sligh, Henry Link Trading Company, and Aquarius, in styles ranging from traditional to contemporary. Lexington Home Brands, Suite 212, phone 212.532.2750, fax 212.532.2875, lexington.com
For more than 75 years, Louis J. Solomon has been an important source of traditional fine reproduction furniture to the trade. They specialize in producing 18th- and 19th-century French and English antique reproductions that have been carefully rescaled and restyled to appeal to the modern lifestyle. They are an important source to interior designers, high-end furniture retailers, and designer showrooms throughout the United States. Louis J. Solomon, Inc., Suite 911, phone 212.545.9200, fax 212.545.9438, louisjsolomon.com
Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co. has been illuminating fine interiors since 1939. Now part of the Minka Group, the Metropolitan showroom represents lighting from all Minka companies, including George Kovacs, as well as products from other quality lighting manufacturers. Its large showroom offers one of the most comprehensive selections of designer-oriented lighting in the industry. Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co., Suite 512, phone 212.545.0032, fax 212.545.0031, minka.com
NIERMANN WEEKS Suite 905
ORREFORS KOSTA BODA Suite 602
PORCELANOSA Suite 609
PROFILES Suite 1211
Niermann Weeks Designs borrow elements from the past and reinterprets them to fit current lifestyles. Over half of the firms business is custom work to meet the special needs of professional designer and architect clients. Niermann Weeks features more than 600 standard designs with 500 finishes, available through to-the-trade designer showrooms in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Niermann Weeks, Suite 905, phone 212.319.7979, fax 212.319.6116, niermannweeks.com
Orrefors designer Martti Rytkonen likes to give his clear crystal designs a narrative theme. Even in experiments with form and execution, his collections are always designed in true “Orrefors spirit.” In his Fashion series, he re-creates the grid pattern of the city’s streets and avenues, while the subtle optics and finely rendered cuts suggest something of the pace and pulse of the exciting Manhattan scene. Orrefors Kosta Boda, Suite 602, phone 212.684.5455, fax 212.684.5665, orreforskostaboda.com
Porcelanosa, a leader in the manufacture and distribution of Tile, Kitchen, and Bath products, is the industry leader, providing cutting-edge designs of unparalleled beauty, uncompromising quality, and dependable services to clients. Porcelanosa, Suite 609, phone 212.252.7370, fax 212.252.8790, porcelanosa-usa.com
Serving the design profession since 1980, Profiles’ workrooms in the USA and Europe create pieces of uncommon beauty and imagination for residential and contract customers. They offer a full spectrum of furniture in a variety of woods, metals, and finishes, as well as finely tailored upholstery—all to the designer’s specifications. Profiles, Suite 1211, phone 212.689.6903, fax 212.685.1807, profilesny.com
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RESTORATION TIMBER Suite 436
S.A. BAXTER ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE, Suite 1205
SALADINO FURNITURE, INC. Suite 1600
STEPHANIE ODEGARD COLLECTION Suite 1209
Restoration Timber offers a wide spectrum of materials, including reclaimed wood flooring, wainscoting, beams, siding, and stock for furniture and cabinetry. Naturally weathered by a century or more of use, Restoration Timber provides wood rich in history, unparalleled in beauty, and solid with age. Environmentally responsible reclaimed wood adds warmth, depth, and character to almost any installation. Restoration Timber, Suite 436, phone 877.980.WOOD, fax 212.679.5408, restorationtimber.com
From handles to hinges, from levers to latches, S.A. Baxter manufactures hardware of exquisite complexity and finishes to adorn the doors and windows of luxury homes, chic hotels, and upscale retailers. They offer the deepest palette of patterns, metals, and finishes, and deliver the highest quality, custom-designed pieces for the upscale residential and luxury commercial markets. S.A. Baxter Architectural Hardware, Suite 1205, phone 800.407.4295, fax 212.252.1031, sabaxter.com
Established in 1986 by renowned designer John F. Saladino, the Saladino Furniture collection currently has over 75 original designs of upholstery, casegoods, and lighting. The line is available exclusively through its New York showroom among select antiques and accessories. A 75-page catalog may be purchased via the Web at saladinostyle.com. Saladino Furniture, Inc., Suite 1600, phone 212.684.3720 x31, fax 212.684.3257, saladinostyle.com
The Stephanie Odegard Collection is a leader in bold design and color innovation in the production of high-end, hand-knotted carpets. The collection also features handcrafted furniture, lighting, antiques, and decorative accessories from across the globe. In all her products, Stephanie Odegard requires strict adherence to social responsibility, raising standards of living for thousands of craftspeople in developing countries. Stephanie Odegard Collection, Suite 1209, phone 888.988.1209, fax 212.545.0305, stephanieodegard.com
TED BOERNER Suite 515
TK COLLECTIONS Suite 410
TUCKER ROBBINS Suite 504
WOOD AND HOGAN, INC. Suite 812
Ted Boerner, Inc., New York offers a diverse and captivating variety of home furnishings and artwork. The showroom includes collections from the following renowned designers and artists: Ted Boerner, Lesley Anton, Tracy Kendall, Christopher Farr, Michael Shemchuk, and Rick Chapman. Ted Boerner, Inc., Suite 515, phone 212.675.5665, fax 212.675.5654, tedboerner.com
For over two decades. TK Collections has been the sole importer of the classic French handcrafted rattan café chairs and stools along with French sidewalk café tables. In addition, its new collection also includes decorative wroughtiron table bases, coffee tables, and cast-bronze lighting made in France. TK Collections, Suite 410, phone 212.213.2470, fax 212.213.2464, tkcollections.com
The Tucker Robbins showroom features products from all over the world, developed by Tucker and indigenous craftspeople. The Toraja women of Suluwesi, Indonesia, created this form originally to catch fish. Now they continue their beautiful tradition of weaving rattan to catch light in the Teardrop Table Lamp, shown here in natural rattan. Tucker Robbins, Suite 504, phone 212.355.3383, fax 212.355.3116, tuckerrobbins.com
For three generations, Wood & Hogan has offered the finest reproduction furnishings and fine period antiques exclusively to the design trade. Wood & Hogan today is more than furniture and has expanded its collection to offer products that would be ideal for any room of the house. Please visit our showroom to get a full understanding of our expanding collection. Wood & Hogan, Inc., Suite 812, phone 212.532.7440, fax 212.532.4640, woodandhogan.com
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NYDCEvents Calendar C heck-in To 200 Lex; Hospitality Day with Interior Design On April 4, the New York Design Center cohosted the 5th annual Hospitality Day with Interior Design magazine. Check-In To 200 Lex focused on hospitality design, with guests traveling the building to find the latest products and to listen to industry professionals leading discussions and offering insights. This year’s headliners included Stephanie Goto of STEPHANIEGOTO with Chef George Mendes, Will Meyer and Gray Davis of Meyer Davis Studio Inc. with Chef Andrew Carmellini, David Rockwell of Rockwell Group with restaurateur Danny Meyer, and Thomas Schlesser of Design Bureaux with Chef Daniel Boulud.
Left to right: The lobby welcomed guests with brightly colored event programs; Dennis Miller, restaurateur Danny Meyer, and Interior Design Editor in Chief Cindy Allen; a product tag reflects hospitality product in the Kasthall showroom; Cindy Allen moderates a discussion in Gordon International with Chef George Mendes and architect Stephanie Goto; NYDC President Jim Druckman with David Rockwell and Dennis Miller’s Gerry Le Francois; Cindy Allen poses with Gray Davis, Chef Andrew Carmellini, and Will Meyer in the Keilhauer showroom; designer Evelyn Benatar and her vignette in the Grange showroom; designer Thomas Schlesser and Chef Daniel Boulud in the Bright showroom; HBF highlights a new product during the event. 74
Design S aturday B ook Signing with Deborah Needleman Along with the New York Design Center’s Design Saturday held on December 11, the Wall Street Journal hosted a book signing for WSJ. Magazine Editor in Chief Deborah Needleman and her latest project—a colorful design guide called The Perfectly Imperfect Home: How to Decorate & Live Well. Needleman’s expertise brought a crowd to the 1stdibs at NYDC floor for signed copies and mimosas. Showrooms were open for shoppers as well, and guests were encouraged to take advantage of the weekend hours.
Left to right: Tori Mellott and Elizabeth Blitzer pose with Deborah Needleman (center); Needleman signs a book for Stacy McLaughlin; Needleman poses with Jim Druckman. Photo Credit © Kreg Holt for the Wall Street Journal
For a list of NYDC's upcoming events, visit nydc.com.
T he F razier Showroom Opening Celebration On February 16, the 9th floor of the NYDC welcomed the newest showroom as Frazier opened its doors. Designers, editors, and friends joined to browse Frazier’s complete line of casegoods, upholstery, and lighting designed by the showroom’s own Richard Frazier. The handcrafted pieces reflect superior craftsmanship and global influence. To see the incredible collection, visit the showroom, Suite 901.
Left to right: designer Brad Ford with Richard Frazier; an exterior shot of the luxe showroom; Mary Frances and Jamie Drake; Elena Frampton, Laura Kirar, and Kate Verner; Benjamin Noriega Ortiz and Carl D’Aquino.
L e x ington Home B rand's Opening Celebration The New York Design Center welcomed Lexington Home Brands on December 8 during their opening fête. The new showroom occupies 10,000 square feet on the recently renovated second floor, representing each of the company’s lines. The design industry gathered to toast in celebration, as they mingled and enjoyed a live performance by Grammy-winning jazz artist Steve Tyrell and his band.
Left to right: Blaire Rzempoluch-Hetzer of Traditional Home; Lexington Home Brands President and CEO Phil Haney; Beth Brenner of Traditional Home and NYDC President Jim Druckman; Steve Tyrell’s performance; designers Frank DeBiasi and Philip Gorrivan; the exterior of the new showroom.
L incoln C enter V era L ist Art Project Exhibition Opening The New York Design Center partnered with Lincoln Center to present an exhibit featuring contemporary art work from The Vera List Art Project. The opening celebration, held on December 6, brought designers, museum supporters, and art enthusiasts together to view the latest outstanding selection of prints. The elegant evening, hosted by Jim Druckman, along with designers David Kleinberg and Dennis Miller, featured entertainment by the Juilliard School.
Left to right: the evening’s hosts David Kleinberg, Jim Druckman, and Dennis Miller; designers Charlotte Moss and David Kleinberg; Etienne Coffinier and Ed Ku of Coffinier Ku Design pose with a colorful print; House Beautiful’s Sabine Rothman with NYDC’s Alix Lerman. Photo credit: Eugene Mim/PatrickMcMullan.com JUN
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DIFFA’SDiningbyDesign 2012 The New York Design Center was once again the proud industry sponsor of the 15th Annual DINING BY DESIGN, held March 22–26. The spectacular event, which benefits the Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA), coincided with the Architectural Digest Home Design Show at Pier 94, and honored Ralph Lauren’s Alfredo Paredes for his dedication to the organization. DINING BY DESIGN unites internationally celebrated designers and local talent to create dynamic and innovative three-dimensional dining environments created especially for the event. The New York Design Center’s table was designed by nine Access to Design™ designers, creating a table for 18 guests under the premise of Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner. The designers imagined two place settings for their dream dinner party guests—including Madeleine Castaing, Coco Chanel, Cleopatra, Salvador Dali, Tony Duquette, Elvis, Farrah Fawcett, Hiroshige, Michael Jackson, Steve Jobs, Gypsy Rose Lee, Alexander McQueen, Freddie Mercury, Emilio Pucci, Elizabeth Taylor, Tintin, Andy Warhol, and Eva Zeisel.
Clockwise: a full view of the NYDC Dining by Design table; Emilio Pucci’s place setting designed by Kati Curtis; Arteriors chandeliers; Elizabeth Taylor’s setting designed by Robert Passal; Elvis’ tablescape designed by id810 design; a rear view of Elvis’s, Madeleine Castaing’s, Andy Warhol’s, Coco Chanel’s, and Emilio Pucci’s seats; Andy Warhol’s place setting designed by West Chin.
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Thank you to Laura Bohn, Laura Bohn Design Associates; Thomas Burak, Thomas Burak Interiors; West Chin, Interiors by WCA; Etienne Coffinier and Ed Ku, Coffinier Ku Design; Kati Curtis, Nirmada Design; Vanessa Deleon, Vanessa Deleon Associates; Jessica Geller and Virginia Toledo, id810 Design Group; Drew McGukin, Drew McGukin Interiors; Robert Passal, Robert Passal Interior & Architectural Design, and Alexa Stevenson for styling. Top row: an opposing view of the full table; the chair set for Freddie Mercury by Kati Curtis. Middle row: Eva Zeisel’s place setting designed by Drew McGukin; Coco Chanel’s place setting designed by Vanessa Deleon; Gypsy Rose Lee’s setting designed by Laura Bohn; Tony Duquette’s tablescape designed by Thomas Burak Bottom row: signage reflecting the table’s theme: Hiroshige's table setting designed by Coffinier Ku Design. ©Linked Ring Photography
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ShowroomDirectory A Complete List of Who’s Where In 200 Lex SHOWROOM
S uite
PHON E
1stdibs@NYDC
10th Fl
646.293.6633 646.293.6687
Keilhauer Primason Symchik, Inc.
Access To Design
424
212.679.9500
Korts & Knight Kitchens by Alexandra Knight
Andreu World America
430
Kravet Fabrics & Furniture, Inc.
Antique Chinese Furniture
804
Krug, Inc. 212.683.2668
LaCOUR, Inc.
212.447.1669
212.696.0080
S H OW RO O M
S uite
P H O NE
FA X
1101
212.679.0300
212.679.5996
716
212.3924750
855.200.LEXI
401
212.725.0340
212.684.7350
1415
212.686.7600
212.686.7686
1412
212.213.6600
212.213.9550 212.750.1671
Antique Rugs, Jerry Livian Collection 806
212.683.2666
Apropos
710
212.684.6987
212.689.3684
Lampworks, Inc.
903
212.750.1500
Aqua Creations
427
212.219.9922
212.219.4042
Laserow Antiques
408
212.988.9194
Arc|Com Fabrics
1411
212.751.1590
212.751.2434
The Levine Calvano Furniture Group, Inc.
1406
212.686.7600
212.686.7686
Architex
1320
212.213.6972
212.213.8033
Lexington Home Brands
212
212.532.2750
212.532.2875
Arteriors Home
510
646.797.3620
646.786.4818
Louis J. Solomon, Inc.
911
212.545.9200
212.545.9438
Atelier Interior Design
202
212.696.0211
212.696.0299
Luna Textiles
1410
212.251.0132
212.725.3430
Atlas Carpet Mills, Inc.
1314
212.779.4300
212.779.7905
Maxon Furniture, Inc.
1307
212.684.7788
212.686.9781
Baker Knapp & Tubbs
300
212.779.8810
212.689.2827
McGuire Furniture Company
101
212.689.1565
212.689.1578
Benjamin Moore & Co.
714
212.684.2001
212.684.2115
Metropolitan Lighting Fixture Co.
512
212.545.0032
212.545.0031
Bolier
1216
212.684.0070 212.684.0776
Milano Smart Living
711
Boyce Products, Ltd.
1318
212.683.3100
212.683.5005
M. Topalian, Inc., Antique Carpets
802
212.684.0735
212.725.2185
The Bright Group
902
212.726.9030
212.726.9029
Napier + Joseph + McNamara, Ltd.
1304
212.683.7272
212.683.7011
Brueton
1502
212.838.1630
212.838.1652
Niermann Weeks
905
212.319.7979
212.319.6116
Calger Lighting
434
212.689.9511
212.779.0721
Orrefors Kosta Boda
602
212.684.5455
212.684.5665
Century Furniture Showroom
200
212.479.0107
212.479.0112
Palecek
511
212.287.0063
212.287.0066
City Dekor Lighting
420
212.995.8328
Paoli/ Whitehall
1110
212.683.2232
212.683.1297
Christopher Guy
1601
Cliff Young, Ltd.
505
212.867.1960
416
212.839.0500
212.839.0501
212.683.8808 212.683.9286
Porcelanosa USA
609
212.252.7370
212.252.8790
Pennoyer Newman
Colombo Mobili USA
809
212.683.3771
212.684.0559
Pringle-Ward Associates
1106
212.689.0300
212.689.7143
Côté France
1201
212.684.0707
212.684.8940
Profiles
1211
212.689.6903
212.685.1807
212.689.2206
212.213.9843
DECCA Contract
1414
212.689.2056
Delivery By Design (DBD)
Dock
212.213.1691
Dennis Miller Associates
1210
212.684.0070 212.684.0776
Renaissance Carpets & Tapestries, Inc.
912
212.696.0080
212.696.4248
DesignLush
415
212.532.5450
212.532.5360
Restoration Timber
436
877.980.WOOD
212.679.5408
DIFFA DIRTT Environmental Solutions
910 1516
212.727.3100 212.204.9026
212.727.2574
Riservato & Co.
1307
212.252.9804
212.252.9845
Rooms by Zoya B
433
212.726.0006 212.726.0061
Disegno by James DiPersia
606
212. 679.3927
212.679.2763
Roubini Rugs and Furniture
701/706
212.696.4648
Flourishes
414
212.779.4540
212.779.4542
R & Y Augousti Paris
419
646.293.6679
Frazier
901
212.447.4444
212.447.5555
S.A. Baxter Architectural Hardware
1205
800.407.4295
212.252.1031
212.532.7990
212.481.7051
Saladino Furniture, Inc.
1600
212.684.3720
212.684.3257
Gibson Interior Products
1510
212.685.1077
212.685.1078
Sanford Hall Carpets
400
212.684.4217
212.545.8376
Giorgetti USA
506
212.889.3261
212.889.3294
Smart
1115
212.696.9762
212.683.1297
Giorgio USA, Inc.
605
212.684.7191
212.725.2683
Smith & Watson
801
212.686.6444
212.686.6606
Gans Bros.
78
FA X
212.696.2475
Global Views
613
212.725.8439
212.679.4927
Stephanie Odegard Collection
1209
212.545.0069
212.545.0298
Gordon International
1401
212.532.0075
212.779.0147
Sun Decor Fabrics
417A
212.213.2703
212.231.2708
Grange
201
212.685.9494
212.213.5132
Ted Boerner
515
212.675.5665
212.675.5654
Hamilton Furniture
601
212.213.2487
212.213.2723
texstyle/jamie stern
423
212.679.3935
212.679.4924
HBF/HBF Textiles
1501
212.686.3142
212.471.3040
Thompson Contract
1111
631.589.7337
212.614.2378
Henredon
616
212.679.5828
212.679.6509
Thrive by Herman Miller
1111
212.401.6150
212.614.2378
Hickory Chair-Pearson
102
212.725.3776
212.725.3763
TK Collections
410
212.213.2470
212.213.2464
Hightower Group
1316
212.725.3509
206-260-3287
Tucker Robbins
504
212.355.3383
212.355.3116
212.686.2059
212.689.1830
In House Kitchen Bath Home
100
212.686.2016
Vladimir Kagan Couture
715
212.689.0730
Indiana Furniture
1305
212.686.8500 812.482.9035
Weinberg Modern
407
646.291.2059
Interior Crafts NY
916
212.696.4400 212.696.4404
Wood & Hogan, Inc.
812
212.532.7440
212.532.4640
IFDA
417B
212.686.6020 212.686.6258
Wood Mode, Inc.
815
212.679.3535
212.725.3847
Jasper Group
1514
212.685.1077
NYDC Café
1st Floor
646.616.0584
John Richard
604
New York Design Center
426
212.679.9500
Kasthall USA, Inc.
611
212.421.0220
212.421.0230
212.447.1669
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backstory a dream come true
By Shelley Wolson
Fra z ier makes its debut.
Clockwise from left: This A&C sidechair in jade cerused oak is Richard Frazier's version of an English Arts & Crafts chair he owned years ago; the FRAZIER creator himself; forged iron drink table with dark fossil stone top and gilt rings; Sumner drink table with embossed leather handle in statuary bronze, named after his father and brother; M.A. Semanier in mahogany with cast vintage brass hardware, his take on a classic seven-drawer chest; etched round planter in polished brass with chartreuse enameled panels; the Backstay sofa in dark walnut with polished and cast stainless fittings, one of his most favorite pieces; VK round mirror in vintage brass; madison end table in cordovan mahogany with polished brass sabots and nailheads, and lizard-embossed leather top.
When a luxury home furnishings pro met the prez of a large high-end Asian furniture company, the result was…FRAZIER! Not a total surprise, since this meeting was suggested by Jim Druckman. It was a match made in heaven.
real force in our industry, so when making a decision about where I wanted the showroom, there was never any question in my mind. NYDC feels personal, relaxed and stylish…the kind of place I want to come to work every day.”
Richard Frazier explains that the company had been interested in penetrating the designer market, but hadn’t found the right person to spearhead that effort. With Frazier, the search was over. “Having spent the last 30 years in the luxury home furnishings business helping to start up and promote other people’s work, I leapt at the chance to do something that was about my particular taste. After convincing the president I was capable of doing the design as well as the sales, marketing, and promotion, I was then left to actually design an entire collection.”
When asked if he has any favorite pieces in the collection, Frazier says he has a pretty distinct relationship with everything. “That said, there are two pieces I have a particular affection for: the Backstay chaise and the Sumner table. The Backstay is a piece I’m proud of for offering something really fresh in the area of a classically modern chaise. The fittings in stainless steel and cast aluminum are such a ‘Richard’ thing, as my friends tell me. The Sumner is one of my favorites because I’ve wanted to do a piece like this for years. A portable modernist table with smart Adnet-like stitching on the handle just really appeals to my sensibilities, and it’s named after my father and brother, so it has special resonance for me.”
Frazier produced nearly 90 pieces in a very short time, working at his condo in Miami Beach. He says it was “an outpouring of work that reflected my taste and perspective. There are hints of many different periods and styles without any actual reproductions. The result is the first FRAZIER collection and if I’m really proud of anything, it’s that I’ve had several people come in and say, ‘This looks like you!’ While it’s hard for me to be terribly objective, I do feel as if I’ve succeeded in accomplishing what I set out to do, which is to make a collection I like that others seem to be responding to in a very positive manner.” The showroom opened in December 2011, and Frazier feels very much at home at 200 Lex. “It has, with Jim Druckman’s vision and guidance, become a 80
Frazier notes that his collection will continue to grow as he refines and adds to the designs. “I’m in this for the long haul. With this showroom, my representative showroom in Miami, and many more showrooms to come, I’ll be doing this until I can’t draw any longer. This is truly a dream come true for me. The opportunity to do a branded collection after so many years of being the front man for other people’s work—it’s brilliant.”
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ARRAY INSIDE THE NEW YORK DESIGN CENTER
sincerely inspired. kravet
VOLUME 4 ISSUE 3
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