The House That Saved the 2024 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas  PaperCity Magazine

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6 Things Interior Designers Say They Would Never Buy  Southern Living

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At the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach, AD100 designer Sara Story brought to life the Shangri-La lounge, an oasis of cacti and sculptural furniture that paid homage to Mexican architect Luis Barragns penchant for texture and color blocking. In the midst was this cabinet by Reynold Rodriguez from the Charles Burnand Gallery, which sat in an undulating niche. It created such a unique focal point, almost like a wink, she says. Rodriguezs curio, crafted from sculpted and molded plaster, sat on a base of hurricane-felled mahogany, and Story loved how it offered a strong juxtaposition to the rooms patterns and vivid hues. The curves of the cabinet echoed those in the sofa andPercival Lafer chairs, she explains. It was important to me to have all of these contrasting elements but keep a sense of balance.

A rounded wall in Lark + Palms guest suite at the San Francisco Decorator Showcase afforded the Sausalito-based AD PRO Directory studio the opportunity to brighten the corner with a striking oak desk and bookshelves. Considering it was a petite bedroom, founding principals Ansley Majit and Stephanie Waskins knew that the wall needed to make a statement as bold as the one behind the adjacent twin beds.

We wanted to create the feeling of a classic writing table with a contemporary spin, which is why we decided to float the pieces rather than add bracketing or legs. Wrapping them around the wall was a given, but we spent a lot of time poring over the details of the drawer placement and the steps of the beading detail, says Majit. Custom-designed by Lark + Palm, fabricated by Di Build, and adorned with Nest Studio hardware, the desk and shelves were bolstered by a bespoke chair that nodded to the screen-like headboard and angles on the bed wall. The corner served as a reflection of the whole room, adds Majit, a combination of masculine and feminine, contemporary and traditional.

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Snapchat Plus subscribers are getting a new feature that allows you to design your own virtual house to show off on the Snap Map. You can view your house at any time by visiting the map, as can anyone you share your location with.

Your customization options range from drabby shacks to extravagant multistory abodes and castles. It essentially lets you show off your location with a more inviting curb appeal than the lifeless gray cuboid structures that typically populate the map. Theres not much other utility there right now except to give Snapchat Plus members a little something extra to justify yet another social media subscription in their monthly budget.

But maybe its a segue to something more? Im imagining an AR experience a la Pokmon Go, except its more Animal Crossing and you can play interior decorator and invite your friends in for a quick furniture flex or a Snap viewing party. (Perhaps its best Im not in charge of these decisions.) At the very least, its a more fun tell of your social opulence than a blue checkmark.

Premium Snapchatters will also soon see their pets accompany their Bitmoji while typing in chats, as well as the ability to post bite-sized Snaps that expire in fractions of a second (as quick as .10 seconds). All users will get a mirror that lets you view yourself using your phones selfie camera while customizing a Bitmoji. There are also new AI lenses incoming, including one that reimagines you as a five-year-old which actually might be useful for someone who doesnt have toddler pictures of themselves for whatever unfortunate reason.

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When you admire a particularly great at-home gallery wall you know, the kind with a bunch of framed pieces hung together just so on Instagram, you rarely think about the level of care it took to install each piece. Unless youve done a gallery wall yourself, that is, and remember the number of holes and uneven patches that live secretly behind your own art.

Take it from me: Gallery-wall hanging is not easy to pull off. I used to hang pictures by hammering a nail into the wall and hoping for the best. Picture-hanging hardware? Why bother! A hammer and any sort of nail, and I was good to go. But when it came to precision, this posed a problem. Nails hammered into the wall at an angle are never at the exact same angle (unless you use picture-hanging hardware), so pictures often end up looking slightly askew and dont sit flush against the wall. The whole thing looks a bit homemade, and not in a good way.

That was many years ago, before I worked as an interior decorator and understood why the age-old measure twice, cut once philosophy can be applied to almost everything. And, most importantly, it was before I knew about the Takker.

A DIY tool that solves all the above issues, the Takker first came to my attention around 2009 when my mother in Ireland produced one from the cupboard to hang a picture. It had made an appearance on Dragons Den (the Shark Tank of Ireland) and soon found its way into Woodies DIY (the Home Depot of Ireland). The idea behind it was to invent a super-simple way to hang pictures and mirrors up to 22 pounds on drywall, wood, plaster, and aerated concrete block. To date, theres a Takker in 10 percent of homes on the Emerald Isle.

Heres how it works: You mark the spot, load some of the included Takks into the rear of the device, and give a satisfying punch to the large round red button, which pushes a Takk firmly and securely into the wall at an ecstatically perfect 90-degree angle. No risk of accidentally hammering your thumb, no loud repetitive banging sounds, no problem. The red button has a fun game-show feeling, as well.

I have always hung things directly on the Takk, but the Takker kit now comes with brass picture hooks, razor hooks, and large plastic hooks that work in tandem with the Takks. Ive hung pretty much all my art under 22 pounds using the Takker. Ive hung art at 11 p.m. without risk of disturbing the neighbors, and Ive used it to hang the aforementioned precise grid gallery wall-art installation, which went fairly well, despite the most uneven walls imaginable.

The Takks themselves resemble pushpins (but smaller), and when you remove one from the wall, it leaves a 1-mm. hole thats so tiny you can hardly see it, even when youre standing right there. As someone who perennially prefers white walls, I can attest to the fact that these holes are practically unnoticeable, even with 20/20 vision. (Ive used the Takker to hang Christmas decorations, leaving barely visible holes when it was time to take them down.) Although the Takks are hypersecure, they actually slide out very easily via an in-built removal slot in the device, so they can be reused. In lazier times, Ive used a hammer hook to get them out, which leaves a scuff mark on the wall. Will I ever learn? Dont be like me, your lazy friend; use the Takker slot. Its there for a reason.

Just note: The Takker works amazing on drywall and wood, but it doesnt work on exposed brick or exposed concrete block. That said, following the success of the original, the company invented a second version called the Hardwall Takker that can handle brick and even ceramic tile. Amazing! Maybe Ill test it out. Stay tuned.

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The Paris apartment of Hubert de Givenchy, featured in AD in 1978, included a wide-ranging mix of furnitureincluding a large cabinet and writing desk by Andr-Charles Boulle.

Hannah Martin, ADs senior design editor, is rooting for the Louis XIV writing desk to make a rebound. In Hubert de Givenchys Paris apartment, published by AD in 1978, a stunning desk and cabinet by Andr-Charles Boulle, cabinetmaker to Louis XIV, mix in with slick black lacquered finishes, low-lying furniture, and mirrored surfaces, she says. I love this particularly 70s brand of eclecticism and would like to see more interiors that play with French antiques from this era. A woman after my own heart!

Patrick Meles bedroom at the 2024 Kips Bay Decorator Show House in New York, featuring its modern take on an old-school style: patterned wall-to-wall carpeting.

AD, September/October 1972

For Madeline OMalley, ADs market director, its all about patterned wall-to-wall carpet. Theres something that feels very creativity-within-constraint about it, she says. Like a controlled splashiness. And the idea is fresh in her mind, thanks to Patrick Mele's room at the 2024 Kips Bay Decorator Show House in New York, with its snazzy floral carpet by Mele for Aronsons. I cant stop thinking about the concept, says OMalley, who adds that the style is poised for a comeback. One trippy example can be found on the cover of ADs September/October 1972 issue, in a bedroom designed by Stephen Chase of Arthur Elrod Associates.

AD, June 1980

Draped fabric can give a wall texture and interest, says Alison Levasseur, ADs global interiors and garden editor. Take note from this room featured in AD September 1977 that a draped fabric can be used in combination with a wallpaper or paint, she advises.

And thats not all: Shutters indoors are chic! she adds. I adore this Brunschwig & Fils floral bedroom on the cover of AD from June 1980. The white shutters are the perfect charming window treatment for this stylish California ranch. Theres also charm in some of the rooms softer accessories: Im crazy for the gingham cat and dog pillows too! Things that make you happy never go out of fashion.

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Authenticity:Image & Identity 3:45 p.m.4:45 p.m.

Exposing ourselves to authenticity is one of the most valuable opportunities that we can experience. Our actions can often be guided by imagery or intuition. But what are we really looking at, and what do we really want? Explore the ideas and processes that help to determine and identify authenticity. The discussion will consider the appearance and material identity of historic design objects, the innovative spirit of contemporary design, and how authentic and effective holistic environments may be identified.

Panelists include design curator and advisor Simon Andrews and architect and historian Lee Mindel, FAIA.

The Man Who Drew Upside Down: The Architectural Legacy of Paul R. Williams 2 p.m.3 p.m.

In a prolific career spanning almost six decades, Williams designed some 3,000 structures and became one of the most distinguished architects of his time. Despite this precedent-setting career, Williamss efforts at defining Los Angeless built environment have been largely unheralded. This discussion will explore the architects many achievements and contributions to American architecture.

Panelists include LeRonn P. Brooks, PhD, curator of modern and contemporary collections at the Getty Research Institute, and Maristella Casciato, senior curator and head of architectural collections at the Getty Research Institute.

Art of Noise 3:45 p.m.4:45 p.m.

Explore the fusion of sound, design, and technology, presenting valuable insights into creating immersive sound environments while celebrating music culture and the intersection of sound with art, design, and lifestyle.

Panelists include Joseph Becker, associate curator of architecture and design at SFMoMA; Wesley Katzir, founder of Common Wave Hi-Fi; Kevin Carney, owner of Mohawk General Store; and Tana Yonas, editorial and programming contributor at In Sheeps Clothing HiFi.

Confluence of Culture: The New Creative World-Maker 12:15 p.m.1:15 p.m.

Working at the intersection of design, art, fashion, and commerce, the invited speakers will share in their unique multidisciplinary approaches to world-building and storytelling. From wearable to functional design, these artists create ever-expanding multiverses that revolutionize the ways in which we perceive and interact with art.

Panelists include Jamie Bush & Co. Design principal Jamie Bush, designer, curator, and creative director Darren Romanelli, designer and artist Rogan Gregory, and designer Rich Mnisi.

Collecting Design: Contemporary Perspectives 2 p.m.3 p.m.

The discussion will navigate the defining elements of collectible design, spotlight influential artists and galleries shaping this realm, and distinguish between functional and decorative objects. Insights on educating clients about the importance and investment potential of collectible pieces will also be highlighted, underlining the evolving relationship between art, design, and collection.

Panelists include Design Miami Los Angeles curatorial director Ashlee Harrison, interior designer and consultant Alison Palevsky, department head and curator for decorative arts and design at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art Wendy Kaplan, Haas Brothers cofounder Simon Haas, and artist and designer Johanna Grawunder.

The Smart Set 4 p.m.5 p.m.

Hollywood powerhouse Ryan Murphy talks to ADs West Coast editor Mayer Rus about conjuring provocative cinematic worlds for his film and television productions, designing homes with a singular point of view, and his wide-ranging adventures in collecting art and design.

Panelists include Emmy Awardwinning screenwriter, producer, and director Ryan Murphy and AD West Coast editor Mayer Rus.

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In the beginning, it was personal for Bo Sundius and his wife, Hisako Ichiki, partners of the La Canada, Californiabased architecture firm Bunch Design. In 2012, when they designed their first in-law suite, or granny flat, it was in their own backyard, and it was for Sundiuss father, who had Alzheimers disease. A 720-square-foot one-bedroom they dubbed the Elysian Cottage, the accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, allowed Sundius to help care for his father.

A few years later, in 2017, when California enacted new laws that helped promote the construction of ADUs as a solution to the states housing shortage, Sundius and Ichiki embraced the design of in-law suites as a key component of their practice. It was a prophetic decision because ADUs have since boomed in popularity: 23,000 permits were issued in California in 2022, more than quadruple the number in 2017. In-law suites can generate much-needed rental income, but they can also enable intergenerational living, housing parents who can age in place and help with childcare or adult children who arent yet financially independent or have disabilities. As Sundius says: In-law relationships are always better when they have their own kitchen.

The Elysian CottageBunch Designs name for the granny flat, or in-law suite, they devised for their own homeuses tricks like lowered walls to create an open, airy feeling.

For Sundius and Ichiko, the process of designing a granny flat poses an intriguing challenge: How do you make something small feel large?, as Sundius puts it. (In Los Angeles, ADUs are typically limited to 1,200 square feet.) For one, by running clerestory windows across nearly the full span of the structure. People look to the corners to assess how big a space is, and if those corners have windows, you blur the edges and create a space that feels inherently light, he says.

For interior bedroom walls, Sundius and Ichiki achieve a similar effect by stopping them short of the ceiling, which is usually vaulted, creating a similar sensation of airiness. And they typically site the ADU so that it offers views not of the main house but of a palm tree in the backyard or the mountains beyond. Any time youre recalibrating your eyesight from near to far, youre getting a sense of distance, says Sundius. And so we can make these small spaces feel much larger than they are.

The outside of the Elysian Cottage

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To create privacy and/or separation, Sundius and Ichiko rely on a couple tricks: using a staircase in a split-level unit as a screen between the kitchen and living room, for instance. Or designing one and a quarter baths: a toilet and sink in one bathroom, which can be used by guests, and a sink, shower, and tub in a second bathroom, a private space for residents.

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Just as Sundius and Ichiko designed an ADU for Sundiuss father, many of their clients were also embracing the intergenerational concept. One homeowners parents sold their Long Island home and used part of the proceeds to build an ADU in the backyard of their daughters Hollywood house, ultimately splitting their time there and with their son in Hawaii; another clients parents made a similar move from New York City to the backyard of their sons property in Los Feliz. Such projects can result in design by committee, with the architects responding to the (sometimes) differing opinions of the homeowners and their in-laws. But the move has clear benefits, including the fact that elder care is no longer a bicoastal conundrum.

Housing a senior resident, of course, requires an accessible design. For Cathy Purple Cherry of Annapolis, Marylandbased Purple Cherry Architects, the mother of an adult son on the Autism spectrum and sibling of a brother with Down syndrome, accessibility underpins all her work. When designing an in-law suite for aging parents, creating an accessible path is essential: doors with widths of two feet ten inches that are wheelchair accessible, for instance, and showers that are flush to the floor. I know it wants to be sexy, Cherry says of the swank ADU designs that populate Instagram. But the underlying details of designing a space where a loved one can live their final yearsthose are anything but.

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To celebrate Skittles Littles, one lucky fan can live in a Skittles-inspired micro New York City apartment designed by interior decorator Dani Klaric, with Skittles paying rent for a year for the mini-yet-maximalist space.

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The Skittles Littles apartment is 353 square feet and located in Carmel Place. It is filled with bright and eccentric color schemes that encourage a bright and cheery attitude to match.

Manhattan's first micro-unit apartment building is developed by Monadnock Development and managed by Common Living, a Habyt Company.

To successfully pull off the Skittles-inspired endeavor, The brans partnered with Gen-Z sensation and maximalist interior designer, Dani Klaric to artfully transform the space. While the apartment may be small in size, it is large in aesthetic and functionality with every inch being a useful tool and stylish solution to one of Gen-Z's most common concerns.

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