The brief was to do the interior design for four floors of this new construction townhouse. The lower and ground level floors have an open floor plan with the public areas and the upper two levels house the bedrooms and offices. A rooftop deck has not yet been finished.
The goal for the atmosphere was to create a space that felt casual and peaceful, while still creating a sense of interest and youthfulness. This was achieved by using a mostly serene pallet with touches of vibrancy. The project also used pieces from small scale makers and fabricators, as well as vintage and vintage inspired items to create a unique blend. Playful and geometric patterns were mixed to create space that felt vibrant and fun, while natural materials helped maintain an overall sophisticated feel.
The client wanted a beautiful and practical space that the family could grow into. Their first child was born over the course of the project, so the client needed the home to be both beautiful and baby ready.
The design focused on using natural materials like leather, wool, cork, rattan and ceramics as well as a wide range of wood tones. Natural materials were used to tie the home to the outdoors, and to make the home feel like an oasis in the city. The use of natural materials also helped tie the home to the clients love of nature and travel.
In a row of new townhomes, this one stands out. From the bespoke landscaping in the front and back gardens, to the organic shapes and autumnal colors selected for the interiors, each space evokes style and personality. Walking distance from coffee shops and bodegas, this place is cool.
Designing a home for a young couple, with a new baby, who love to cook and entertain means creating open environments with soft edges to gather. This “impossible bouquet”— what Lucy Harris is known for designing—comes to life in this residence. The custom, built-in dining banquette is covered in fabric by Tibor in a lush moss color. Rugs were chosen as much for color and pattern as texture. Sofas and chairs are comfy and inviting. Sculptural objects and art with unique meanings dot shelves and walls. A rooftop skylight over the upper-level stairwell, and an expanse of sliding glass doors on the lower ones, make it feel light and airy. It all comes together in a flawless combination of modern eclecticism.
Team:
Interior Designer: Lucy Harris Studio
Landscape architecture: Michael Cafiero
Photos: Brian W. Ferry
Styling: Katja Greeff
Materials Used:
Ground Floor Terrace:
Chairs: Risom Lounge Chairs by Knoll, Navy Webbing
Side table: Bebop Side Table by Fermob, Color Clay Gray
Media Room:
Sofa: Alberese Sofa by DePadova, Fabric Fontana Oceano
Ottoman: Custom Ottoman by H&A Upholstery, Fabric Holland And Sherry “Savile Row Windowpane”
Side table: Offset Stool by Resident, Finish Umber
Cabinet: Sierre Credenza by Croft House, Finish Natural Oak
Area Rug: Custom “Scratch Out Bold” Rug by Carini Rugs
Pillows: Valley Round Pillow by Minna, Julie Pillow by Minna, Morgana Pillow by Lulu and Georgia
Art: Uprise New York. “Holding Pattern” by Clay Mahn
Accessories: Nordic Tray by Fritz Hansen
Fitness Area:
Cabinet: USM, Color Gentian Blue
Play Area:
Cabinet: USM, Color Gentian Blue
Powder Room:
Accessories: Vinate Stool from Maison Gerard, Hardware by Lostine
Level 1—
Foyer/Entry:
Cabinets: Custom, built-in
Bench: Custom, built-in
Mirror: Half Circle Mirror by Bower
Coat hooks: Column Wall Hooks by Kristina Dam
Tile floor: Tile by Fireclay
Dining Room:
Banquette: Custom, built-in, Fabric Brecon by Tibor in Moss
Table: Marathon Table by Yucca Stuff
Chairs: Tre 3 Chair by Angelo Mangiorotti
Lighting: Arrow Pendant by Apparatus
Accessories: Vintage Vase from Maison Gerard
Art: Uprise New York. “Northgate 1” by Blake Aseby
Kitchen:
Barstools: Stoh Counter Stools by Stahl and Band
Lighting: Arundal Orb Pendant by In Common With, Color Reed Green
Accessories: Vintage Ceramics borrowed from Maison Gerard
Living Room:
Sofa: Aqueduct Sofa by Poiat, Fabric Dedar Karakorum in Duna
Chair: Barba Chair by Fogia, Fabric Kvadrat Safire 001
Chair: Ojai Chair by Lawson Fenning, Tan Leather and Oak
Coffee Table: Bigfoot Coffee Table in the Style of Paul Frankl
Side table: Carabottino Table by Medulum
Side table: Soda Table by Miniforms
Area Rug: Gunta Stolzl PL 208 Rug by Christopher Farr
Lighting: Alta Brass Dome by Lawson Fenning
Pillows: Custom Pillows by H&A Upholstery. Fabric- Chalk Stripe by Romemary Hallgarten, Mosu 15 by Zak+Fox
Wall unit: Custom, built-in
Wall cabinet: Custom, built-in
Art: Uprise New York. Aprés Rome 1 and 2 by Alma Charry
Accessories: Vintage Ceramics borrowed from Maison Gerard
Terrace:
Table: Clarke Outdoor Table by Croft House
Chairs: Luxembourg Chairs by Fermob, Color Cactus
Accessories: Carafe by The Citizenry
Level 2—
Primary Bedroom:
Bedframe: Pacific King Bed by Jenni Kayne
Bedside tables: Sawyer Nightstands by Hedge House, Finish Walnut
Rug: Vintage Moroccan Rug, Shearling Sheepskins by Jenni Kayne
Drapery: Desert Moon by Caroline Z Hurley. Cassina by Corragio (Sheers)
Bedding: Simple Linen Bedding by Hawkins NY, Color Sage
Quilt: Bay Quilt in Oyster by Thompson St. Studios
Pillows: Custom Pillows by H&A- Fabric Oyo 002 by Zak and Fox, Buckinghan 55 by Tibor
Lighting: Scallop Sconce by Nickey Kehoe, Atollo Large Lamp by Artemide
Accessories:
Art: Uprise Art. “Chrysanthemums” by Bryce Anderson
Nursery:
Crib: Canyon Natural Spindlewood Crib by Crate and Barrel
Rocker: Dream Swivel Glider/Recliner by Pottery Barn Kids
Bedside table: Componibili Storage Unit by Kartell. Color Toffee
Bookshelf: Sydney Tall Bookcase by West Elm Kids
Dresser: Existing West Elm Dresser
Rug: Dream rug by Minna
Drapery: Arches Fabric by Rebecca Atwood
Lighting: Mori Pendant by Rich Brilliant Willing
Accessories: Llama Basket by West Elm Kids
Wallpaper: Aimee Wilder Cactus Spirit Wallpaper in Desert
Level 3—
Guest Bedroom:
Bedframe: Piper Bed by Room and Board
Bedside table: Condesa Nightstand in Walnut by Hedge House
Drapery: Linear Cloud by Rebecca Atwood, Colorway Sage
Bedding: Stillwater Floral Quilt by Schoolhouse Electric
Pillows: Custom Pillows by H&A Upholstery
Lighting: Melpo Lamp by Beldy
