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TIPS FOR CREATING A TIMELESS HOME
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In a more challenging project, in Old
Brookville, custom mahogany wood
panels were created and mounted on
the existing stone fireplace, surrounded
by beige limestone. The impact of
the reveal was dramatic, showcasing
a more contemporary, updated home.
What do you foresee as trends for
2021? Can we expect a natural aesthetic
and a rise in minimalism, or
perhaps, the opposite? I predict there
will be an abundance of nature-inspired
hues with a sense of calm. There
has been more of a demand for warmer
toned palettes and rich accent colors,
further noted with the important
colors of the year: Sherwin-Williams’
Urban Bronze and Benjamin Moore’s
Aegean Teal.
Minimalism has been trending as
clients prefer a sleeker look in bold
monochromatic such as cobalt blue,
Kelly green, and even black painted
doors and molding, while the whites,
grays, and taupes are becoming dated.
Oversized hardware pulls and integrated
hardware in kitchen design are
not only user-friendly but add to the
minimalistic feel of a space.
Geometric prints are out, replaced
with more feminine, organic florals.
Clients are looking for an ease in their
day-to-day life and prefer more environmentally
friendly design solutions,
like updated fireplaces, which are easy
to install, while giving the same beautiful
warmth to a finished space.
As the home takes front and center,
which trends have evolved? People
have been starting a lot of new projects;
they look around and see that
their design aesthetic has gotten stale!
The most popular trends: creating/
updating a comfortable, inspiring,
functional home office, and enjoying
great outdoor spaces. Homeowners are
revamping patios with fire pits, pergolas,
etc. Indoor/outdoor performance
fabrics have also become popular.
Will classic, traditional style continue
to be a favorite? Talk about the
resurgence of 1980s home décor. Traditional
will always be timeless but we
are seeing a trend toward eclectic style,
i.e., mixing a few styles in a cohesive
way. 1980s home décor has elements
that are timeless (bold pops of color),
and still readily available and sourced
today: Lucite furniture frames, brass
accents. When these pieces are added,
paired with more contemporary designs,
they create a fresh new look.
How do you balance form and function?
The most important design
aspect is the function of a space.
Everything else will develop from
there in a logical sequence, creating
form and beauty. Tip: Adding a round
area rug that plays off a curvilinear
window, along with a round sofa and
a piano, creates a consistency of form
throughout.
Details like throw pillows, artwork,
and decorative accessories only exist
to tie a space together visually and to
create ambiance. The space planning,
furniture selection, and window
treatments must function properly
while looking beautiful.
What are your clients asking for
these days? Regardless of age, all my
clients are looking for the same thing
– a design that is timeless. Millennials
are looking for a more simplistic,
low-maintenance design, which is why
I often suggest upholstering furniture
in performance fabrics, such as Crypton
Home; Kravet Inc. offers a wide
variety, including Crypton, KravetArmor,
and more.
Any advice for creating a home you
love? Consider hiring a professional
to guide you through the process.
There are so many options available
in today’s market that it can be overwhelming
without proper education
and knowledge. Interior designers
also have access to quality brands and
manufacturers that cannot be sourced
by the general public. Having a long,
working relationship with these vendors
ensures reliability and quality
of product.
Designers help clients visualize a finished
space by providing floor plans
and mood boards, while working
within the parameters of their client’s
budget. A referral from a happy client
is one of the best leads in generating
business for many designers, and I am
always thrilled to share these experiences
with potential clients.
Interiors by Just Design, 217 Woodbury
Rd., Suite 63, Woodbury, 516-
470-0861, interiorsbyjustdesign.com
MANHASSET MANSION
MILLIONARE’S RETREAT LISTED
The Whitney Boathouse, a
waterfront estate that was the
weekend retreat of John Hay
“Jock” Whitney, whom F. Scott
Fitzgerald took inspiration
from when writing The Great
Gatsby, is listed for sale at 95
Lake Rd. in Manhasset.
Whitney was U.S. ambassador
to the United Kingdom from
1957 to 1961. He was also publisher
of the New York Herald
Tribune and president of the
Museum of Modern Art. He
owned a vast art collection,
including several Picassos
and van Goghs, which have
all since been donated or sold,
and was a well-known philanthropist
in his time.
Built in 1928, the brick and
stone home is now fully renovated,
featuring cathedral ceilings,
a formal dining room, six
bedrooms and six bathrooms,
plus one half bathroom, two
garage spaces, an elevator, an
eat-in kitchen, a ballroom-sized
clubroom with a stone fireplace
and an indoor pool and spa. The
pool is inground and heated.
The .89-acre property also features
the largest private dock on
the Manhasset harbor. There is
a private beach, guesthouse,
multiple patios and decks, and
a long pier to access a floating
dock.
This outdoor beauty can be
seen from inside the house,
where there are walls of glass
windows and doors throughout.
The asking price is $11,800,000,
not including the annual property
tax of $150,115.
The real estate agent listed for
the property is Maria Babaev,
of Douglas Elliman Real Estate,
who can be reached at
516-621-3555.
-BB
OPEN HOUSE
The home has a private beach and the largest private dock on the Manhasset harbor.
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