Best Use of Color – Best Use of a New Trend – Best Use of a Small Space – Children’s Room – Closet/Organizational Space – Dining Room – Entry – Library/Home Office – Living Space – Master Suite – Modern Bath – Modern Kitchen – Mudroom – Pool House – Powder Room – Specialty Room – Traditional Bath – Traditional Kitchen – Whole Home Architecture – Whole Home Design – Best Use of Color – Photo by Hulya Kolabas Malka Helft Think Chic Interiors
Designed for twin girls, this nursery in a New Rochelle home was designed to be cheerful and whimsical yet sophisticated. The color palette was chosen to reflect a happy vibe. The ceiling was painted a bright, modern pink to add a dramatic flair to the space, which ties in well with the colors of the custom window treatments and accessories throughout the room, providing elegant contrast to the dark-wood cribs. The crisp white allows the colors to really pop.
Contributor: EC Builders Photo by Anthony Morena, Tree Falls Photography WINNER: Christine Wetzel Christine Wetzel Design
Photo by Anthony Morena, Tree Falls Photography
Originally built in 1874, this Victorian-turned-English Tudor in Pleasantville underwent a large renovation, including this kitchen. The pastel hues of the cabinetry, chairs, and accessories are a departure from the colors typically used in kitchens: whites, grays, and other neutrals. Three separate soothing colors were chosen for this eclectic look. Darker rustic wood was chosen to create balance on a multi-toned, peaceful palette, and copper finishes were used throughout, instead of the standard chrome or nickel. Photo by Anthony Morena
Inspiration: To create a fun atmosphere in the kitchen (the heart of the home), while still keeping it soothing, by utilizing “beauty” tones to evoke an air of “vacation.”
How did the client’s vision influence the project? My client is a mom of two teenage boys who love to eat. She also entertains often. We bumped out the back of the house to enlarge the kitchen, added a mudroom, and a covered porch with a large porch-swing bed. It is now a destination for all to come and relax.
My client was extremely involved in the entire design process. We combed antiques shows from Texas to Massachusetts to procure found objects to incorporate into the design, creating a sense of whimsy while remaining “green” in design. The island lighting fixtures are reclaimed peanut pickers. It was a win-win situation.
Contributors: All*Star Woodworking, Peter Cuneo; McCormack Contracting, Mike McCormack; James Coleman Architecture Studio, James Coleman; LaVern Kittsley Photo by Brian Madden Kimberly Tutera Martelli KTM Architect
The goal of this project in Larchmont was to bring a mid-century master bath into this century. This involved a bold choice of color and pattern: a deep-emerald tile in a graphic hexagonal pattern was chosen as the feature wall of the bath. The matte-black fixtures and crisp white tub, countertop, and stonework are offset by the handcrafted green terracotta tiles.
Contributor: GPS Construction – Best Use of a New Trend – Photos by Kyle J. Caldwell Barrett Oswald Barrett Oswald Designs
Photos by Kyle J. Caldwell
At this waterside home in Larchmont, the trend of natural and sustainable materials was embraced. The neutral colors, alongside the jute rug, rattan light fixture, and oak table, all create a natural backdrop for the light and bright dining space. Photo by Mick Hales WINNER: Jennifer Howard JWH Design & Cabinetry
In Larchmont, this Tudor kitchen boasts trendy mixed-metal details, open shelving, reclaimed rustic beams, warm paint hues, and sleek countertops. These elements combine synergistically to make this charming space an ideal representation of the “back to nature” motif. Photo by Mick Hales Photo by Mick Hales
How did the client’s vision influence the project? This client was an architect moving from California to Larchmont. She wanted to transform a dark Tudor and include an open, functional kitchen. We incorporated mixed metals while bringing in natural colors and textures. We used walnut countertops, iron hardware, and reclaimed wood beams from our own millshop. Photo by Emily Sidoti Photography Debra Kling Debra Kling Colour Consultant
Photo by Emily Sidoti Photography
The organic and tropical themes, colors, and textures are the trends boasted in this Pelham Manor dining room. Banana-leaf wallpaper displays greenery, bringing nature with it. Also on display is a green organic pattern, reminiscent of a spray of leaves, as shown on the lacquered console. Plants and floral displays, a sepia-toned rope table lamp, African hemp table runner, raffia basket filled with picnic supplies, and a found robin’s nest add to the tropical theme. The organic tones and textures mix with the blue-greens found in a natural environment. – Best Use of a Small Space – Photo by Ilir Rizaj Alexa Kazim Atelier 616 Interiors, LLC
This colorful 10′ × 12′ space was being used for storage before the homeowners decided to put a home gym on the same level as the master bedroom of their Pelham residence. To contrast the serene color palette displayed in the rest of the home, a vibrant green, with a wrapped racing stripe, was chosen to evoke and encourage movement. To maximize the space, an upright rack of free weights, a compact treadmill, cable weight system, and acrylic floating shelves were included. The tiny home-workout space includes such exercise amenities as Wi-Fi speakers and towels, like you might find in a luxurious hotel gym. Photo by Digital Homes Photography Jennifer McCabe Duck Egg Blue Interior Design
Photo by Digital Homes Photography
Originally an unused and somewhat awkward space off the master bedroom, this was transformed into a reading nook with a sunny outlook on the yard. The window seat was designed with adjoining bookcases and soft furnishings, for a cozy seating area. Millwork was fashioned to complement the home’s existing architecture. The seat lid opens to provide storage for bedding and blankets.
Contributor: JM Contracting & Custom Carpentry Photo by Emily Sidoti Photography WINNER: Erin & Meghan Hackett Hackett Interiors
Photo by Emily Sidoti Photography
Originally considered dead space, this custom reading nook is tucked into the side of the living room, providing additional seating. The cushions are upholstered in performance fabrics with plush pillows. Roman shades allow for privacy yet admit light. The rich textures create an inviting space in this Bronxville home.
Inspiration: This space belongs to a young family with two children under the age of 5. This is their “everything” room: a place to relax and entertain. This particular space was dead, so the architect made great use of it, creating a custom daybed with built-in shelving. Our client was going for a Moroccan vibe, so we tried to incorporate that into everything — we added wallpaper to the backs of the bookshelves, and the paper had a subtle Moroccan motif, as did all of the textiles and accessories. Overall, it’s a cozy spot and adds a ton of additional seating and living space.
Contributors: Louis Campana Architects, Louis Campana; Summit Woodworkers LLC – Children’s Room – Photos by Lo Austin Erika Mercurio Erika Mercurio Design
To create a hang out space for the children of this Rye home, a young kids’ playroom was transformed into a tween-friendly environment, where adults could also enjoy. A bar (that primarily functions as a candy bar/movie snack area for now) was created as it can transition into an actual bar in the future. A built-in eating nook was created that could also serve as a study area or poker playing area for adults. A wrap-around couch functions as cozy seating for watching movies. A completely custom gaming pod that has four reclining seats, access to multiple gaming systems, see through “sun roof,” popcorn and drink holders, and LED lighting is unique addition. Photo by Adam Kane Macchia Carla Zinman Round Hill Design
Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
This children‘s room in Armonk is a well-executed, functional play space, designed to express creativity and encourage arts and crafts, in addition to touting basketball and overall learning. The room features plenty of natural sunlight to stimulate little minds, with storage on the walls for neatness. Design elements include buffalo-plaid floor tiles and an orange rubber pendent.
Contributor: David Scott Parker Architects; Significant Homes, LLC Photos by Holya Kolabas WINNER: Malka Helft Think Chic Interiors
This bedroom in New Rochelle was influenced by the design ideas of a first-grade boy. While stars were placed above the bed, the designer did not want the room to have a strong theme. The idea for the room was that it could grow with the young boy. With built-ins and plenty of storage, the room, which originally had an awkward shape to it, became stylish and functional. Since there was little closet space, a captain’s bed was built with two pull-out drawers: One is for a trundle, and the other is for storage. Because it is higher than a typical bed, a ladder was built on the wall to climb up the side. All of the hardware was made by the designer herself; she polished the copper fittings, cut them, and put them together. A light fixture was created to match. Photo by Huya Kolabas
Inspiration: This room belongs to a 5-year-old boy who was about to become a big brother and was in need of a “big boy” room. The parents wanted a room that would not only make him feel big but would also grow with him. We chose a theme that spoke to him yet could grow with him: astronomy and outer space. Elements of this theme can be spotted in the astronaut duvet cover and pillow, the artwork up on the walls, and the navy ceiling above the bed, dotted with silver stars.
Challenges: The room had its issues: very little storage and an odd-shaped nook with a window set so high that a child couldn’t see out of it. It was clear that the only way to make this room work would be by customizing every single element. A built-in was made to store clothing, books, and to function as a desk. The nook was turned into a bed, trundle, storage combo, with shelving under the window for both books and a night-light. The entire built-in was painted a deep navy, while the interior of the shelves was in teal. – Closet/Organizational Space – Photos by Jim Fuhrmann Jason Landau Amazing Spaces
This 125 sq ft multifunctional space in Chappaqua serves as a side entrance, mudroom, laundry room, and walk-in pantry. The mudroom features a coat closet, shoe storage, and a bench, as well as hooks for hats, bags, and coats. The opposite wall showcases the laundry equipment and sink. A front-loading washer and dryer allow for a folding counter above. The walk-in pantry includes a second refrigerator and dry-food storage. A library ladder with handrails ensures the upper storage is easily accessible and safe for the homeowners to use.
Contributor: Sunrise Building & Remodeling Photo by Stefan Radtke WINNER: Marilena Viscogliosi California Closets New York
This outdoor she-shed in Carmel was designed in the Natural finish from California Closets’ Albero collection, to replicate the natural characteristics of wood grain. Functioning as a workspace to create art, this quaint backyard getaway features ample organizational storage to house a variety of art supplies. Shallow drawers for storing paper, pull-out shelving for utensil storage, and shallow rimmed shelving for easy-to-reach paint tubes allow both open and closed storage, and a customizable space.
Inspiration: The client was looking for a private space away from the home, where she could create and be in nature. This is her weekend retreat from NYC. I have an art background, so I had a good sense of how an artist moves in their space and needs to function.
Project description: The studio space complements the client’s art, and that was the intention for this functioning workspace. Every inch of the space was carefully considered. – Dining Room – Photos by Marco Ricca WINNER: Anelle Gandelman A-List Interiors
This dining room in Scarsdale was designed as a contemporary space with a glamorous edge. Layered textures and a striking palette of black, white, gray, and gold create an eye-catching room that feels inviting yet not too conventional.
Inspiration: The client wanted us to use black, white, and gold, so we incorporated those colors into the design while creating an inviting space that would work well for intimate family dinners, as well as more formal dinner parties.
How did the client’s vision influence the project? The clients are a family of four, and the husband grew up in a more traditional home. The family wanted something more contemporary, with a younger fresher feel and glamorous edge.
Project description: The project had been a spec house, so it was very generic. Our job was to create the ultimate custom interior, to bring the clients’ aesthetic to life. Photo by Paul Johnson Photography Cami Luppino & Alana Irwin Lulu HOME
Photo by Paul Johnson Photography
For this Scarsdale dining room, a neutral color palette and sophisticated custom furnishings were the focus. The elegant entertaining space is actually quite family-friendly and durable due to performance fabrics and the thoughtfully chosen sculptural dining tabletop. Photo by Mark Roskams Marie Lo Iacono Maria Lo Iacono Interiors
In this newly built Rye construction, the dining room combines modern elegance with classic traditional style. The gleaming polished-wood surface of the table provides a platform for contemporary or antique chinaware when paired with the dining chairs, upholstered in a combination of regal magenta velvet and casual tweed. The modern chandelier adds a fresh effect to the table. The walls are a warm neutral that complement the pops of color, and the window treatment is a ripple fold.
Contributor: Joyce Dorazio – Entry – Photo by Kirt Washington Ira Grandberg Grandberg & Associates Architects
Before a renovation, this Georgian-style house, built in the early 2000s, featured an entry hall with a traditional circular staircase with an oval ceiling tray. The revamping of the entry hall included a redesign of the staircase, which involved a reorganization of the circulation axes. A new direct stairwell, new skylight lighting tray, and refined detailing create the current light and airy entrance it is now.
CONTRIBUTORS: ABC Construction; studioMRD, Mika Raja-Dell‘Anno; Erica Crisses Designs, Erica Crisses; Union Adorn, Lauren Caron Photo by Kyle J. Caldwell
Photo by Kyle J. Caldwell
WINNER: Erin Coren & Lina Galvao Curated Nest Interiors
In this Rye entryway, a combination of linear-pattern grasscloth wallpaper, custom furniture with clean lines, and lacquer details were incorporated for a clean aesthetic, adding character and color to this new-construction home.
Inspiration: This was a typical client, where one spouse wanted one thing and the other wanted something totally different. She loves color and whimsy; he loves contemporary and serious. Our approach was to blend the two preferences, drawing inspiration from various photos that inspired the couple. Some were heavy on pattern and color; others were gray and elegant. Our approach was take a traditionally masculine color, blue, and make it playful but still with clean, modern lines. We integrated luxe textiles and wallpaper, to tie in the glam feel, while not overdoing it on pattern. The light struck us as especially whimsical. Photo by Adam Kane Macchia Jaime Willey Divine Eye Design
Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
A black-framed steel all-glass door was selected to open up the space and allow light to filter through the entry. As the entrance to the home is high above street level, and there is a private entry hall, the open-frame door was ideal. As guests can see into the entry, the designer wanted the door to the mudroom to be a piece of artwork. All other elements were kept simple, in black and white, including the black Moroccan semi-flush overhead light with gold inner rim.
Contributor: WhiteGate Millworks LLC, Liam Winters; Tinaj Construction Corp. – Library/Home Office – Photos by Brad Stein Photography WINNER: Rasoslav Opacic Radoslav Opacic Architects
Photos by Brad Stein Photography
Traditional dark walnut was used throughout this majestic Scarsdale library, whose high ceilings influenced the design. The result is a wall of bookshelves, walnut wall panels, windows, and French doors that extend 10 feet skyward. Recessed ceiling panels between the walnut beams bring the eye upward. The custom-designed fireplace is black marble. The French doors behind the desk lead one out to a formal garden with a koi pond. On the opposite wall, the oversized walnut doors, when open, are designed to sit as wall panels, connecting the library to the adjacent billiard room. Photo by Kyle J. Caldwell
Photo by Kyle J. Caldwell
Project description: One unique feature of this residential library is its majestic height. The design consistently emphasizes the size and dignity of the room. Dark walnut is used throughout, lending gravitas to the space. The wall of bookshelves, the walnut wall panels, and the windows and French doors all extend up to a 10-foot-high datum point, while recessed ceiling panels between the walnut beams bring the eye upward. The custom-designed fireplace is black marble, and the French doors behind the desk lead one out to a formal garden.
On the opposite wall, there is a pair of oversized walnut doors that, when open, are designed to sit as wall panels, allowing for an inviting connection between the library and the adjacent billiard room.
Contributors: Cum Laude Group Inc.; Willey Design, John Willey Photo by Kyle J. Caldwell Shannon Murray Shannon Murray Interiors
Photo by Kyle J. Caldwell
This light and bright home office in Rye features a clean aesthetic, with a soft color palette and Phillip Jeffries grasscloth. The muted blue/ gray tones create a serene feel for the space, and the woodwork was painted in a complementary color. With windows and an overhead lighting fixture, the room has plenty of light. Photo by Tom Sibley Mimi Fong Luminosus Designs
In this new-construction center-hall Colonial in Rye, the home office features custom cabinets and felt wallpaper with baseball stitching, for a unique feel. The blue hue of the desk, door, and windows lends to a colorful space. A split-system Mitsubishi air conditioning unit was installed in the office to allow for a temp-controlled room.
Contributor: Marquis Painting – Living Space – Photo by Regan Wood Photography Claire Paquin Clean Design Partners
Photo by Regan Wood Photography
This large, double-height space is the main living room in this 1920s Tudor revival home in Rye. For a family of avid readers, the bookshelves and window seat to curl-up-and-read-by were musts. The furniture is formal, livable, and functional, with the curved sofa and octagonal cocktail table adding interest to the room. The color palette of salmon and berry is fresh and distinctive. The black-lacquered grand piano, limestone mantel, and modern stainless-steel pool table all work together to create a modern yet inviting space.
Contributor: EC Builders Photo by Jen Painter WINNER: Julia Oddo TC Interiors
This living space in Yonkers is a kid-and pet-friendly room for a family of five. The airy space features custom wainscoting that adds a layer of sophistication to the room. The fireplace was transformed by the Calacatta book-matched masterpiece. The two sofas on either side of the fireplace provide ample seating, with movable custom ottomans in between.
Inspiration: We were inspired by a picture in a magazine, which had a similar vibe but was more relaxed in a sense of the setting. We wanted something more luxurious.
How did the client’s vision influence the project? They are a family of five with two dogs. They love to entertain and wanted a place where they could all hang out. My client had a strong opinion of what she wanted to have, and we worked together very well, bouncing ideas of each other and selecting finishes.
Project description: Custom wainscot molding added a base layer to the room. The fireplace underwent quite a transformation into a stunning Calacatta book-matched masterpiece.
Contributor: Tommy Kolitsopoulos Photo by Emily Sidoti Photography Erin & Meghan Hackett Hackett Interiors
Photo by Emily Sidoti Photography
This living room in a restored Bronxville center-hall Colonial features a neutral palette and reflects the traditional elements in the home while remaining suitable for the young family who live there. Furniture with classic lines was mixed with modern elements, including the artwork. – Master Suite – Photos by Stefan Radtke
Scott Hirshson Hirshson Architecture + Design
This master suite in Chappaqua began with the complete renovation of the existing bathroom in a new, five-fixture configuration, enlarged walk-in closets by California Closets New York, and a serene bedroom. An alabaster chandelier was placed above the king-sized bed complete with custom pillows in fabrics from Romo and Osborne & Little, and linens from Matouk. Corner seating covered in a white boucle contrasts with the rich hues of the Jab fabric on the drapery panels. Lucite and polished-nickel finials on the drapery rods connect to the finish of the bedside tables and lamps.
Contributor: H&Y Construction Inc. Photos by Julie Brimberg WINNER: Suzanne Goldberg SBG Design, Inc.
For the master suite that was part of the renovation of this 70-year-old Tudor in Scarsdale, the overall goal was to keep the integrity of the Tudor style yet add a lighter, softer, contemporary feel. The designer combined a calm and soothing color palette of neutrals with luxurious textiles and furnishings. Lighting is from Hudson Valley Lighting; the carpet is Stark; and wallcoverings are Phillip Jeffries.
Project description: These are clients I have been working with for 20 years. Both of their children are grown, so it is just the two of them in this grand house. A few years ago, they thought about moving, then realized there was nothing they loved as much, so they renovated instead. The master suite was upgraded with a calm and soothing color palette of neutrals, with luxe textiles and furnishings.
Contributors: Rye Builder, Joe Viger; Rosamund A. Young Photos by Emily Sidoti Photography
Photos by Emily Sidoti Photography
This master bedroom suite in Larchmont was a complete-gut apartment reno. The luxe space features a color palette including plum and lavender. The organic chinoiserie drapery pattern is a nod to the couple’s travels in Asia. The tiered, petal-like glass discs of the chandelier relate to the drapery pattern while creating a dramatic focal point. A seating/reading nook was created to include lower drawers and upper-cabinet storage. A frosted-glass pocket door brings light to the room, as does an integrated LED step light. The marble envelops the floors and walls, and creates an added layer of depth, as well as a clean, fresh look that pairs with the vanity and linen tower’s subtle wood grain. – Modern Bath – Photos by Stefan Radtke
Scott Hirshson Hirshson Architecture + Design
This sophisticated retreat is located within the eves of this Chappaqua home. Two vanities are on the end walls with a soaking tub set against a dormer. Opposite the tub, a water closet with a milk glass door mirrors the new steam shower. A marble border follows the perimeter of the bathroom and mosaic flooring. Oak vanities with marble tops, polished nickel fittings from Kallista, and Kelly Wearstler sconces pair with wallcoverings from Osborne & Little and an ethereal Oly Studio chandelier. Accessories from Waterworks complete the spa-like bath.
Contributors: H&Y Contruction Inc. Photos by Daniel Millstein Jennifer Howard JWH Design & Cabinetry
A combination of modern, clean lines with warm tones is the palette for this Rye bath which features glass countertops, a freestanding tub on wood platform, frosted glass, and marble mosaics in a frameless shower surround. The radiant heat adds another layer of warmth through the vanity area, shower floor, and separate water closet. Photos by Curtis Lew
WINNER: Susan Marocco Susan Marocco Interiors
In this contemporary bath in Chappaqua, the shower and flooring are the bold statements. During the renovation of this space, a wall had been removed to expand the bathroom into an alcove within the master bedroom. The water closet was relocated, and the former dressing area was removed, which allowed for the oversized shower. Pocket doors to enter the bathroom optimize the space.
Inspiration: The black-grid shower door, which creates a contemporary vibe. The black-and-white color scheme of the room followed.
How did the client’s vision influence the project? We designed and renovated the master bath for a young couple with two girls who had recently moved from Brooklyn. Collaborating and listening to and observing how the client lives and what their likes and dislikes are was how the vision for the black-and-white bathroom evolved.
Project description: Contemporary, fun, and a better use of space.
Contributor: Amodeo Contracting – Modern Kitchen – Photo by Adam Kane Macchia Jaime Willey Divine Eye Design
Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
The goal of this project in Larchmont was to create a light space. As vaulted ceilings were a must for the homeowner, the kitchen was an addition to the main house: a farmhouse built in 1837. The windows chosen were the largest that could fit into the space to frame the stove and hood. The modern kitchen boasts accents like beams with custom iron plating, shiplap on the walls and back of the island, and a Shaws farmhouse sink with a classic chrome faucet to maintain a farmhouse element.
Contributors: William G. Winters Architect PC; WhiteGate Millworks, Liam Winters; Tinaj Construction Corp. Photo by Paul Johnson Photography Cami Luppino & Alana Irwin Lulu HOME
Photo by Paul Johnson Photography
The designers approached this full-gut kitchen reno in Bedford with the intent of maximizing views to the rear landscape. The goal was to design a modern country kitchen for a busy family. Elements such as black statement lighting and hardware are combined with more traditional oak-wood features. Custom-designed furnishings include a family-friendly, channeled, vinyl banquette and dining table. Rhythm was created by installing faux-oak beams, a shiplap hood, and a detailed quartzite waterfall island.
Contributor: Noble Construction, Bernie Keuhl Photo by Zdravko Cota WINNER: Leah Diamond LEICHT Westchester | Greenwich
The homeowner wanted to created a beach-like environment in this Scarsdale space, with a corresponding color palette. To foster a light and airy mood, the Leicht kitchen model that was chosen was Bondi in Arctic. The design includes all-white cabinetry; thick, white Caesarstone countertops; and a backsplash reminiscent of sand. Matte-black hardware anchors the lighter tones and helps ground the space. There is abundant light in the room, from both natural sources — through windows, doors, and skylights — and built-in LED lighting in the cabinetry, to continue the warm beach theme. Photo by Zdravko Cota
Inspiration: The beach. The husband is Australian, and the clients were inspired by the climate and atmosphere of his home country. They wanted a light and bright room, so the color scheme reflects that, with the white cabinetry and countertops, and the sand-colored, textured backsplash.” Photo by Zdravko Cota
How did the client’s vision influence the project? The clients are a young family with school-age children. Therefore, the materials chosen were all very durable, easy to maintain, yet with an elegance that will last over time as the family matures and grows with the space. They wanted a large multifunctional island, to eat at, play on, do homework around, and socialize around. It was important that the kitchen’s design interacted with the rest of the open floor plan of the home. – Mudroom – Photo by Brad Stein Photography Janet Roseff ROSEFFLANE Architecture
Photo by Brad Stein Photography
The owners needed a second, less formal entrance to their small Dobbs Ferry home and requested abundant and varied storage for their five person family. This mudroom addition was designed in conjunction with a new covered patio. With just under a 10-foot-high ceiling, the room provides ample closets for hanging, four built-in wood cubbies, deep storage areas above, and a custom wood unit to provide shelves for storage bins. To access the high storage, a custom steel rail was installed at the seven-foot datum height to support a rolling steel library ladder. Relocating the laundry from the existing cramped basement, allowed for a stackable washer/dryer area behind the doors at the end of the cubbies. Radiant heating under the porcelain tile floor keeps the space warm and dry.
Contributor: MJS Contracting Corp Photo by Lo Austin Kerry Jacobs Manor+Woods
The owners of this Larchmont home desired a functional yet stylish mudroom to welcome their young children and friends. Cheerful yet classic wallpaper from Thibaut was chosen, while storage is plentiful, in the form of a bench for kids to kick off their shoes and above-door open bins for seasonal items. Photo by Adam Kane Macchia WINNER: Tami Wassong Tami Wassong Interiors
Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
As the first floor of this Larchmont home did not have a mudroom prior to this renovation, the designers incorporated a new entry to fashion a mudroom that would accommodate the homeowners: a family with three young boys. The space offers plenty of storage: with one side of the room geared for the boys‘ belongings and the other for the parents‘. Graphic ceramic tiles were chosen to liven the space and wall-to-wall built-ins were incorporated. Ample hooks, shelves, baskets and a countertop for daily drop off of keys, bags, and mail make for a practical space.
Project description: This mudroom accommodates the lifestyle of the homeowners: a family of five, with three very active young boys. The room features plenty of storage for both the boys and parents, including built-ins to minimize clutter. Graphic elements, like the ceramic tiles, liven the practical space.
Contributor: First Class Woodworking – Pool House – Photo by Arnold Wile & Associates Arnold Wile Arnold Wile & Associates
Photo by Arnold Wile & Associates
This pool and pool house in Harrison were built for a family with young children who wanted a resort-like area that was equally suited to family time or entertaining as many as 50 guests. The patio around the pool extends to the outdoor entertainment space, with a bar, kitchen, and TV, as well as a covered outdoor lounge area. The interior of the pool house features a great room with a 17-foot ceiling, and kitchen, dining, and lounge areas. There is also a changing area and separate shower and toilet rooms to keep wet feet out of the main house. A storage room completes the approximately 600 sq. ft. structure.
Contributors: John Jay Landscape Design; Albert Group Landscaping & Swimming Pools Photo by Brad Stein Photography WINNER: Radoslav Opacic Radoslav Opacic Architects
Photo by Brad Stein Photography
This cabana in Scarsdale is a new, freestanding structure on a five-acre property. The walls on both the front and rear of the cabana are oversized sliding-glass panels that can be fully retracted to create an open-air pavilion from which to enjoy the pool to the east and the lavish vegetable garden to the west. On its exterior, the cabana carries elements of the main house, including the hipped slate roof with integrated gutters. On the interior, the tall tray ceiling is illuminated by a hidden lighting cove above the wall’s crown molding. The side walls are designed as large panels of white oak with a driftwood finish. The cabana features a kitchenette, storage cabinets and closets, a bathroom, and dressing area. Photo by Brad Stein Photography Photo by Brad Stein Photography
Photo by Brad Stein Photography
Photo by Brad Stein Photography
Project description: This cabana is a new, freestanding structure with walls on both the front and rear of the cabana that are oversized sliding-glass panels that can be fully retracted to create an open-air pavilion from which to enjoy the pool to the east and the vegetable garden to the west. The cabana features a kitchenette, storage cabinets and closets, a bathroom, and a dressing area. On its exterior, the cabana carries elements of the main house.
Contributors: Cum Laude Group Inc.; John Doyle; Willey Design, John Willey Photos by Sean Jancski
Sean Jancski Sean Jancski Landscape Architects
The design intent of this Harrison pool and pool house was to create a unified yard, taking into account the existing topography and rock ledges. The shape of the pool mimics the natural shape of boulders. The disappearing edge of the pool creates a feeling of a natural water’s edge that blends into the landscape. The infinity raised spa protrudes through the pool patio, spilling into the pool and creating a gentle and soothing sound of a waterfall. The serpentine retaining wall winds through the landscape, unifying the pool patio, lawn, and planted areas.
Contributors: Tarva Diroma; Shoreline Pools; Paul Shainberg Architects; – Powder Room – Photo by Adam Kane Macchia WINNER: Tami Wassong Tami Wassong Interiors
Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
This was a small but powerful powder room in a traditional Victorian in Larchmont that was modernized with integrated floating sink, modern hardware and fittings, and one-of-a-kind designed wallpaper to make this space a beautiful room. Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
Photo by Adam Kane Macchia
Project description: This small, powerful powder room is in a traditional Victorian in Larchmont. The room was modernized with an integrated floating sink, modern hardware and fittings, and one-of-a-kind designed wallpaper to make this space a spectacular room.
Contributor: First Class Woodworking Photo by Chaun Ding Lara Michelle Lara Michelle Interiors, Inc.
In this statement powder room in Rye Brook, the top part of the wall is adorned with striking wallpaper, while the bottom part features white wood paneling to balance out the busy pattern above. The gold leafing in the wallpaper matches the gold faucet, mirror frame, and shelf framing. The floors are tiled in a large 24″ × 24″ Calacatta tile, and the bath features a white pedestal sink and toilet.
Contributor: Golden Crown Contractors, Inc.; Photo by David Macaluso Claudia Tejeda Claudia Giselle Design LLC
The homeowners of this Briarcliff Manor house wanted a powder room that was both timeless and bold, so a black-and-white color palette was chosen, along with an abstract wallpaper from John Rosselli & Associates, to give this small space a big personality. Classic elements, like the marble herringbone floor pattern, marble pedestal vanity sink, and the wood wainscoting, are complemented by a contemporary brass mirror, an oil-rubbed bronze alabaster sconce and surface mount fixture, with matte-black plumbing fixtures and accessories. – Specialty Room – Photos by Adam Kane Macchia WINNER: Carla Zinman Round Hill Design
Photos by Adam Kane Macchia
In this sophisticated home theater, large bookcases, sleek library lights, and a soft, tailored, plaid wall covering (Savile Suiting Plaid in Antique on Grey by Phillip Jeffries) lend elegance and style. Big music fans, the homeowners plan to stream concerts, as well as enjoy movies and sporting events. The back wall is lined with vinyl records that are meaningful to the occupant and add an element of color to the space, along with the pillows and ottomans, which keep the room fun and playful. Shelves are decorated with vintage cameras, an antique typewriter, and some old adventure books. The room is also equipped with a hidden door, which leads to an area with a private golf simulator.
Project description: The concept behind this movie room was to create a cozy, sophisticated space that didn’t look like a movie theater. The homeowners are big music fans and they planned to use the space to stream concerts as well as enjoy movies and sporting events. The back wall features some of the owner’s vinyl record collection. The shelves are decorated with vintage cameras, an antique typewriter, and some old adventure books. The binding of the books features some of the owner’s favorite movie quotes. The space also has vintage Disney flip-books framed in long horizontal frames. All the custom art in this space was created by Round Hill Design.
Contributors: David Scott Parker Architects; Significant Homes LLC; Realm. Photo by Brad Stein Photography Radoslav Opacic Radoslav Opacic Architects
Photo by Brad Stein Photography
This basement wine cellar (with refrigerated storage rooms) houses a vast collection of wines and features a comfortable gathering area for tasting events that can accommodate up to 12. Although the house is newly constructed, the homeowners wanted the cellar to have the ambience of an old, seasoned winery. The perimeter of the entertaining area is defined by a series of foundation piers in the same brick as the house. Black steel beams, a barrel-vaulted ceiling, and an oak, custom-designed tabletop add character. The two flanking wine-storage rooms — one for reds, one for whites — can be seen through custom steel doors between brick piers. A small kitchenette is behind a sliding wood door.
Contributor: Cum Laude Group Inc. Photos by Peter Krupenye Carol Kurth Carol Kurth Architecture + Interiors
A deteriorated barn structure was transformed into this modern athletic space, Homeplate Barn. The sports barn preserved the original footprint of the structure and was fashioned with barn-red shingle cladding and standing-seam metal roofing. The renovated barn features a polished concrete floor and reclaimed wood details. The recreation sports court/batting-cage area doubles as large entertainment space with dramatic steel and glass doors.
Contributors: Christine Lent; Diana Wawrzaszek; Couno Engineering; RC Torre; Michael and Sons Nurseries; – Traditional Bath – Photo by D. Wang Photo Hope Scully HHS Associates
Photo by D. Wang Photo
For this complete master-bath renovation in White Plains, the homeowner wanted to maintain the existing L-shaped layout, so the designer created two separate vanity zones, with one having a bedroom-vanity feel with plenty of extra storage. The custom-cerused rift-oak wood vanities combine with creamy finishes and touches of warm brass lighting. The result is a classic, cozy, and inviting retreat.
Contributors: Westchester Premier Builders Inc; Culin & Colella, Inc. Photo by Emily Sidoti Kim Mitchell KAM Design
This whimsical feminine bathroom in Larchmont was designed for sisters to share. The homeowners desired a bold and youthful design incorporating pink hues. The modern twist on classic chinoiserie wallpaper was bordered with striated pink tile. The border mimics the striations in the background of the wallpaper and acts as a frame for the mural feature wall, which is reflected in the vanity mirrors. The wallcovering continues behind the double-sink vanity accented by a branched sconce and mirrored medicine cabinets. Green-glass penny tile adorns the floors, while pink-linen window treatments provide privacy. The polished-chrome fixtures and hardware give the space a touch of shine. Photo by Emily Sidoti WINNER: Lauren Johnson Lauren Johnson Interiors
This project in Purchase was a renovation that combined a dressing area and an old existing bathroom to create this roomy space. The neutral bath features a freestanding tub, a double vanity (faucets from Kallista and hardware from Waterworks), a statement-making tile by Artistic Tile, and plenty of storage space. An oversized mirror and wall lights provide a well-lit space to get ready.
Inspiration: We wanted to expand the original, and rather small, master bathroom of a 1940s, classic Georgian, but all agreed that we wanted the renovation to look like it was there forever and original to the home.
I was my own client. I have a love affair with our old house and have been working on it for the past 10 years. This room was no different in that you’d never know when it was designed or renovated, because we stayed true to the architecture and bones of the home. – Traditional Kitchen – Photo by Kirt Washington WINNER: Randy O’Kane & Ira Grandberg Bilotta Kitchens and Grandberg & Associates Architects
This spacious kitchen in Scarsdale exudes a calm, clean, and classic feel. The details were the focus: fluted Bendheim low-iron Pyramid textured glass, Lacanche French range in matte black with brass trim, and a custom hood. The homeowners decided to forgo cabinet and countertop surfaces on the exterior wall next to the dining alcove (a thoughtful addition) so that they could have a large table for the family to gather. This allows a tremendous amount of natural light from the windows to keep the kitchen bright, so a soft gray was chosen for the custom Bilotta cabinetry. The kitchen also features a Wolf microwave drawer and warming drawer and SubZero wine cooler. Photo by Kirt Washington
Inspiration: The kitchen was designed so that there would be a new visual axis from the redesigned family room to the kitchen, with the island as a focal point.
How did the client’s vision influence the project? The challenge was to “scale” this large space so that the flow and detailing made for a pleasant experience without embellishing the kitchen with “made-up” detailing. The space had to be a transitional design, to blend the traditional architectural shell with the contemporary interior.
Contributors: ABC Construction; Erica Crisses Designs, Erica Crisses; Union Adorn, Lauren Caron Photo by Brian Madden Jonathan Desmini & Kimberly Tutera Martelli Majestic Kitchens & Baths and KTM Architect
Set in a 1900s Dutch Colonial with soaring ceilings and rich stained floors is a newly minted open-concept kitchen and dining area. The layout provides generous room to navigate between spaces, and the large peninsula can accommodate many people and activities. The refined white cabinetry is complemented by the darker-gray island and built-in bar. The fluted range hood, bespoke cabinets, and finely crafted pulls honor the formal bones of the home, while the chevron backsplash pattern in a soft blue subway tile keeps it playful and modern. The quartz countertops feature rich veining. Photo by Adam Jane Macchia Sarah Robertson Studio Dearborn
Photo by Adam Jane Macchia
The renovation of a waterfront Colonial in Larchmont that was prompted by a severe flood resulted in a completely reinvented home. The kitchen overlooks the water and is designed to maximize light and views. The kitchen has plenty of storage: charging drawers, pull-outs for cookware, trays, utensils and condiments, and a customized dog-feeding station. A pantry door was designed to seamlessly integrate into the cabinetry, and an appliance wall makes for a practical design. The range was placed between two windows that overlook the covered porch, and the homeowners’ collection of artisan pieces are displayed on shelving across the windows. The custom zinc hood gives the kitchen a feeling of age.
Contributors: Lewis and Lewis Architects, Paige Lewis; Daniel Cores, Elite Designs – Whole Home Architecture – Photos by Tim Lee
This spacious, modern farmhouse features black Sierra Pacific windows, metal shed roof and gutters, a mixture of vertical batten board and unique square-paneled siding. An oversized, wraparound mahogany porch and large circular driveway allow for a grand entrance into this thoughtfully designed home.
Contributors: Patricia Georgio; Robert Georgio Photos by Steven Kratchman Architect, PC
Photos by Steven Kratchman Architect, PC
Steven Kratchman Steven Kratchman Architect, PC
This four-bedroom home in Croton-on-Hudson received a top-to-bottom, inside-out renovation. Reflecting the area’s grand farm and estate houses of yesteryear, while staying true to the owner/ architect‘s contemporary style, the redesign utilized clean lines, geometric shapes, monolithic colors, and a signature combination of materials like metal rooves and white stucco exterior walls with black painted trim. The transformation turned a one-and-a-half-story New England Cape into an eye-catching, two-story Cape Dutch-style home in honor of the South African heritage of the owner’s wife.
Contributors: Stell Construction Corp; Hugo Construction Corp Photos by Andy Ryan Photographer LLC 2020
Photos by Andy Ryan Photographer LLC 2020
WINNER: Barnard Doran Taurus Builders Corp.
This custom home in Croton-on-Hudson features expansive views of the Hudson River and unique architectural details that provide character. Balconies and decks abound; a private lawn is surrounded by evergreens. Inside, on the main floor, the banks of windows bring the outside into the open-concept kitchen/family room, dining room, and living room, along with the large home office. The second floor includes a master suite with wraparound windows, capturing the river during the day and the lights from Haverstraw Bay at night. The balance of the second floor includes two more expansive bedrooms and a library. The top floor includes an artist’s retreat and sliders to an impressive rooftop deck with views of the Mario Cuomo Bridge. The finished lower level includes substantial storage space, a powder room, and access to the four-car garage.
Inspiration: The inspiration came from wanting to do something different and challenging myself. I looked to the West Coast-Seattle region for the kind of home that would bring some excitement to the area and take in the views from the Hudson River.
Project description: The project was challenging, exciting, hard, and worth every minute.
Contributor: DeMasi Architects P.C. – Whole Home Design – Photos by Tim Lenz Photography
Photos by Tim Lenz Photography
WINNER: Barrett Oswalrd Barrett Oswald Designs
For this 1920s Tudor in Larchmont, the goal was to contemporize the home while maintaining its architectural integrity, marrying traditional structure with modern design. Lightly dyed fabrics and layered textures are key, deftly playing off of the home’s dramatic features, like the stained-glass windows and dark-wood panels typical of Tudors. The designers examined each room’s arched entrance, as if a frame to a picture, when designing each room, engendering a unique statement within each space.
Inspiration: The goal of this project was to combine traditional architecture and modern design. We designed each room by viewing the arched entrance as a frame to a picture. We took the dramatic features, like stained-glass windows and dark-wood panels, into account and added earthy tones and warm textures to complement, instead of compete with, the original elements.
How did the client’s vision influence the project? Our clients are a family of four who equally love entertaining and quiet nights at home, in front of the fire.
Contributor: NY Renovate Photos by Tim Lenz Photography
Photos by Tim Lenz Photography
Jennifer Howard JWH Design & Cabinetry
A top-to-bottom renovation of this Bronxville home ran from the basement to the third floor. The team chipped out the basement level to achieve the nine-foot ceilings for the laundry, home office, and playroom. Southern roots, a Brooklyn brownstone, and the clients’ art gallery ownership inspired the home’s blend of charming traditional details and contemporary flair. Photos by Zdravko Cota
Leah Diamond LEICHT Westchester | Greenwich
This Scarsdale home was gutted and completely renovated with brand-new cabinetry in every room. The designer wanted to create a functional, yet modern and sophisticated, open space for this family with kids. In the kitchen, white lacquer and the Neolith countertop were selected for quick and easy cleanups. Wood veneer adds warmth to the white cabinetry. The formal living room is a sophisticated space that the owners can enjoy with friends and family, and the master bedroom is minimalistic, with a clean aesthetic. Related: 4 Antique Stores for Vintage Furniture and Treasures in Westchester
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