Project Brief
Redesign of a 3300sq’ home over 4 levels, including finished basement. What started as a main floor renovation, quickly expanded into a three-level renovation, which included the re-design of the lower level, principal bedroom, exterior design, landscape design coordination, complete re-design of the backyard and the addition of a new roof deck.
What were the key challenges?
With any project, there were some hiccups along the way or surprises when we opened up the walls. But we had such a great working relationship with the project manager, contractor, and their entire team. Our clients were amazing. They trusted us, our vision and the process. They were patient, and value good design and quality. Having open communication and trust between the contractor, client and designer is the winning combination.
The obvious challenges came in 2020, as with everything else. Construction progress slowed down due to the pandemic and lead times for materials and furniture were lengthy. Luckily for the homeowners, the interior was completed at that point so they were able to enjoy the interior of their home without disruption, but progress on the exterior slowed down as lead times on materials grew longer and longer.
What materials did you choose and why?
Because of the aesthetic/concept of contemporary beach living, we leaned into natural materials: warm woods on the floor, white oak on millwork (including slatted wood details and wood wallcovering in the powder) light/white stones with subtle veining to give depth and richness without commanding too much attention and linen in the soft furnishings.
Team:
Architect: Studio HA/WA
Landscape Architect: MWLA (Martin Wade Landscape Architect)
General Contractor: Weenen Construction
Millwork: RDG (Robert Design Group) Millwork
Wine Cellar: Rose Hill Wine Cellars
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Stylists: Me&Mo
Material Used:
1. Facade cladding: James Hardie/ Lap Siding and Shingle/Siding
2. Flooring: Wood Floors Throughout. Custom stained Oak floor. Other areas below
3. Doors: Door Hardware by Emtek
4. Windows: Slider & windows: Dashwood from Stone River and Doors
Entry:
1. Sconces by Allied Maker
2. Mirror by Restoration Hardware
3. Floors: Herringbone Carrara - Olympia Tile
Living Room
1. Clio Armchairs from Kiosk
2. Sofa & Poufs: Restoration Hardware
3. Custom coffee table
4. Rug: Y&Co*
Dining:
1. Dining Chairs by Coolican & Company
2. Dining Table from Avenue Road
3. Chandelier: Noon 3 Pendant from Avenue Road
4. Fireplace & Bar Backsplash Stone: Calacatta Cremo
Powder Room:
1. Alabaster Allied Maker Pendant
2. White Oak Wood Wallcovering from Metro Wallcoverings
3. Bianco Carrara counter
4. Floors: Ceragres Hex Carrara
5. Faucet: Aquabrass
Kitchen:
1. Torii Stool by Bensen from Kiosk
2. Pendants: Allied Maker
3. Caesarstone counters
4. Backsplash & Hood surround Quartzite (White Princess)
5. Bocci 22 Outlet from Casson Hardware
6. Hardware: School House
7. Faucet: Blanco
Backyard:
1. Daybed, side table & Wood Lanterns by Tribu from Avenue Road
2. Pillows by Tonic Living
3. Portable lamp: Menu
4. Hourglass Planters by Ferm Living
5. Outdoor Kitchen by Urban Bonfire
6. Counter on Outdoor Kitchen Dekton
7. Outdoor Firepit: Dekko
8. Decking: Timber Tech/Azek/Weathered Teak
9. Pavers: Techo Bloc
Bedroom:
1. Lamp: Luminaire Authentik
2. Bench: Atelier Arking
3. Artwork: David Ellingsen
4. Bed: Restoration Hardware
Bathroom:
1. Sconces by Allied Maker
2. Vanity: Restoration Hardware
3. Wall Tile: Carrara small Hex/Olympia Tile
4. Floor Tile: Ceragres Hex Carrara
Media Room:
1. -Cloud Sofa by Restoration Hardware
2. -Custom Media unit by Kroft
3. -Carpet: Compass Collection
Wine Cellar millwork by Rosehill Wine Cellars. Designed by Studio HA/WA
Floors: Herringbone Carrara - Olympia Tile
Rooftop:
1. Sofa, Armchairs, Poufs, lanterns, pedestal side table by Tribu from Avenue Road
2. Teak Coffee Table and custom bar/storage designed by Studio HA/WA by RDG
3. Decking: Timber Tech/Azek/Island Oak
4. Counter on Teak Storage: Dekton
