A HOME ...THREE YEARS IN THE MAKING

Once in awhile I am lucky enough to have the opportunity to get in on the ground floor when it comes to constructing a brand new home for a lovely family. This amazing project was my ideal. 

We started planning this light-filled, 6,100-square-foot dream home in Roslyn New York, three years ago. This was a team effort. From the drawings by esteemed architect Michael Wallin to the actual building by Robert Beer everything was a collaboration.

My clients basically knew what they wanted ... a forever home that was luxurious yet suitable for their two young children and two loving dogs. They wanted a unique one-of -a- kind modern home that was equally sophisticated yet young and fun. My job was to make sure they were happy, comfortable & excited by the design. 

The following are a few of the rooms completed so far... 

Photo Credit : Beckerman Photography 

FRONT VIEW

THE BREAKFAST ROOM 

THE KITCHEN

THE MUD POWDER ROOM

THE FAMILY ROOM 

THE POWDER ROOM

THE MASTER BATH

THE MASTER BATHROOM

THE MASTER SHOWER

COOL GIRL"S ROOM

GIRL'S BATHROOM

BOY'S BATHROOM 

ABSTRACT ART HUNT

 

Recently, I have been scouring the city for great looking, unique pieces of artwork in the abstract style, for some savvy  clients.  From paintings to wall sculptures, it has been an exciting adventure to see what is currently being exhibited in the art market today. One of the most popular areas of Manhattan for art is the Chelsea neighborhood, recognized for its plethora of art galleries, constantly updated exhibitions, and the variety of up and coming artists. Another fantastic destination for art is the 10th floor of the NYDC (www.nydc.com). There is always a new exciting art exhibition promoting exceptional artists. Take a look at some of the pieces I loved at the various galleries below:

STEVEN W. MILLER

Private Art Gallery | New York, NY | By Appointment Only

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KATHI ROBINSON FRANK

1stDibs at New York Design Center • 10th Floor

200 Lexington Avenue | New York, NY 10001

                                                                                                    "Transition"

                                                                         Mixed media on canvas 72" x 56" (on hold)

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ANDREW ZIMMERMAN

March 12-April 11, 2015

Sears-Peyton Gallery 

210 Eleventh Avenue, Suite 802 | New York, NY 10001

                                                                                                  Rescue Green, 2015

                                                                                                             ZIM344

                                                                       wood panel with urethane paint, 42 1/2 x 26 inches

Light Lemon, 2015
ZIM345

wood panel with urethane paint, 46 x 36 1/2 inches

A13 Atlantik Blau MET, 2014
ZIM327

wood panel with urethane paint, 46.5 x 35 x 1 3/4 inches

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AMBER COWAN

"Chroma Revival"

Heller Gallery

303 10th Avenue | New York, NY 10001

GRAY 80

2014
Flameworked American pressed glass/steel/mixed media
68 x 24 x 5 in.

SKY BLUE, COBALT AND SLAG (DETAIL)

2014
Flameworked American pressed glass/steel/mixed media
34 x 39 x 9 in.

SKY, MILK AND METAL

2014
flameworked American pressed glass/mixed media
32 x 9 x 7 1/2 in.

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ANNI KOCH-KNUDSEN

Agora Gallery

530 West 25th Street | New York, NY 10001

ARTS & CRAFTS STYLE

This home is an architectural dream, a truly special place. It's dwellers are just as special and delightful. Built in 1938 in Roslyn Estates I can say without knowing him that Frank Lloyd Wright would have admired this house. In design it is always a treat to work on something out of the box, something unique and not run of the mill, that was this house. All decorating and designing aside, her bones spoke for herself in every part, in every corner. The detail, the architecture was flawless and just simply left us in awe. Over the year we worked on this, the beauty just seemed to unfold before our eyes at every step of the way. This to me is design at its best, when you walk into a home and not everything hits you in the face all at once. Its slow and subtle, and takes your breath away slowly. We just enhanced what was already existing inside the home. It's almost like the house spoke to us and told us what it needed. Some places it screamed for movement on the walls while in others it was dying for african themed sculptures...While this is definitely a specific style, it may not be for everyone and thats just fine. We just ask that you observe, take in and appreciate the beauty that lives here, because it is here and it is something to look at. These walls tell a story, one that this family will be able to tell over for years to come.

ANTIQUE SHOPPING STAMFORD STYLE

Stamford Connecticut is one of the best place to antique shop. I always love going there for clients. When you find incredible, one of a kind pieces for someones home it's a feeling like no other. Not only are you bringing elements into their homes that are rare and special, you are also bringing in something old that tells a story. I love finding out what period each find is from and knowing the background behind them all. I usually have a rule that I never shop for myself when I am out with a client, however there were such amazing things this time that I just could not help myself and snagged some incredible pieces:)...