Pristine "Byrd house" with Studio Retreat in Prime Location

The WB House, a four-story residence located in North Jakarta, was designed by Studio DeZign for a young family of four, embodying a collaborative effort between the designers and the homeowners. T. Mariza, co-founder and principal architect of Studio DeZign, shared insights into the project, highlighting its remarkable features and design philosophy. The residence begins with a tranquil entrance featuring a Zen fountain pond, designed to transition visitors from the urban bustle to a peaceful home environment. Inside the foyer, a lazy chair by corrugated glass offers views of the terrace and trees, complemented by a Saniharto console table set against a blue veneer wood panel, chosen by Mariza for its eye-catching accent. Moving inward, a grey patterned marble floor leads to the living area. The color scheme shifts to beige, accentuated with colorful sofa cushions, an ochre armchair, a black baby grand piano, and other dark-colored furniture. An emerald green Saniharto wine console stands under a skylight void, and a leaf-shaped Murano glass chandelier hangs above the living room. A glass-roofed patio with a vertical garden further integrates nature into the space. Initially envisioned with a modern layout, the owners opted for a modern classic style after reviewing Studio DeZign's portfolio. Mariza explained that due to existing house plan discrepancies, a complete classic style wasn't feasible, leading to an amalgamation of modern and classic elements. This approach resulted in a modern classic home, leveraging Mariza's 35 years of interior design expertise. To facilitate the design, revisions to the floor plan were necessary, a task undertaken by architect Gunawan Susantyo, Mariza’s partner. Mariza also suggested adding several voids, including one behind the dining area transformed into a Japanese-style dry garden. This was done to invite nature into the interior, providing sunlight and wind, thereby enhancing the home's comfort and spaciousness. Another void was added beside the lift to channel light into the basement's playroom and service area. The second-floor mezzanine houses well-appointed bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, each designed to reflect the occupants' preferences. The master bedroom, styled in American classic, features a predominantly white color scheme in the bedroom and wardrobe area, contrasting with a darker bathroom adorned with black and white geometric tiles. The daughter’s bedroom incorporates elements of classic style, while the son’s room features a modern and simple aesthetic. The rooftop, initially designated as a service area, was transformed into a functional space at Mariza's suggestion. Recognizing the convenience of the in-house lift, the rooftop now includes a home office, a gym corner, and a casual seating area, alongside a multifunctional open space. A gazebo offers a perfect spot to enjoy city lights at night. The project details include the WB House's location in Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta, with a land area of 360 sqm and a floor area of 875 sqm. Studio Dezign served as the Architecture & Interior Design Consultant, with Tjong Mariza as the Principal Designer. Other consultants included Lecsicon Lumen Kreasi for lighting and Atelier Lifescape for landscape. PT Bangun Bumi Megatama Mandiri was the M&E; Contractor & Main Contractor, while Studio Dezign also acted as the Interior Contractor. Construction commenced in 2020 and was completed in 2023. #WBHouse #LuxuryHome #StudioDeZign #ModernClassicInterior #JakartaArchitecture #InteriorDesign #ResidentialProject #HomeComfort #ArchitecturalVoids

This blog post explores a luxurious 10,000-square-foot contemporary home in McLean, Virginia, custom-designed for a wealthy bachelor. The residence, built by the Galileo Group, features two stories, a walkout basement, and extensive grounds, meticulously planned to offer both grand entertaining spaces and comfortable living for a single occupant. The design team included landscape architect Joseph Richardson and interior designer Martha Vicas, who collaborated to create a warm and sophisticated environment. The exterior of the property is marked by a curved drive, a grove of river birches, and a manicured lawn, leading to a large parking court. This 50-by-75-foot concrete paver court, capable of accommodating seven to eight guest vehicles, complements the stucco-and-Pennsylvania-stone house and provides easy access to an adjacent state-of-the-art garage. The garage, connected to the main house via a breezeway, houses a rotating collection of exotic cars, emphasizing the homeowner's passion for automobiles. Inside, the home’s material palette is largely neutral, incorporating creams and browns, with strategic pops of red and blue. Vicas focused on creating a warm contemporary aesthetic through design elements like rift-and-quartered pickled white oak floors and espresso-stained white oak custom built-ins. These built-ins include cabinetry on either side of a two-faced fireplace, which serves both the living area and the homeowner’s office. Upon entering, a live-edge shelf functions as an entry table. To the right, a custom-designed cantilevered steel-and-glass staircase with walnut treads leads to the cave-like master suite, which is distinguished by a menswear-inspired wool-felt wall covering. To the left, the main living area, encompassing the sitting, kitchen, and dining spaces, follows an open-plan layout, with glass doors connecting directly to an upper terrace. Despite the home's size, Vicas carefully designed intimate areas within the open floor plan. The seating area, for instance, is defined by a custom wool rug, a large sectional, and cream-upholstered armchairs, with minimalistic hexagonal light fixtures overhead. Comfort was a priority for the homeowner, leading to the selection of lounge-style furniture and easy-to-care-for indoor-outdoor fabrics, ensuring durability against spills. The kitchen is equipped for extensive entertaining, featuring an oversized island with a quartzite counter and a blue base, complemented by faux leather bar stools. The backsplash incorporates handmade ceramic tiles with an irregular, raised geometric pattern. Custom-designed, hand-knotted area rugs from Nepal, often featuring bold abstract patterns, add unique character throughout the home. A notable example is the dining area carpet, with its ikat feathering in multiple colors, while a textural bamboo wall finish above the built-in bar acts as a striking design feature. Exterior gathering spaces at the rear of the house are designed for entertaining, including upper and lower terraces for seating and dining. The backyard features a 750-square-foot putting green bordered by low-maintenance grasses, and a swimming pool with an extra-wide deck. The pool, custom-designed with a submerged spa, automatic cover, and color-changing LED lights, is finished in ‘Ocean Blue’ by Pebble Technology International, with cabanas and chaise lounges by Janus et Cie. While the upper terrace is paved with Pennsylvania bluestone, the lower terrace and pool deck utilize porcelain tile, chosen for its refined appearance and cooler temperature compared to natural stone. The walkout basement extends the home's entertainment capabilities, opening directly into the backyard. This multipurpose space includes a tequila bar, a TV room, a golf simulator, and a well-equipped gym, offering diverse options for both social gatherings and solitary activities. The comprehensive design ensures the home is a luxurious and functional retreat. #McLeanHome #LuxuryRealEstate #BachelorPad #ContemporaryDesign #InteriorDesign #LandscapeArchitecture #ExoticCars #SmartHome #EntertainingSpace

Fashion designer Kelli Wharton embarked on a transformative renovation of her blonde-brick suburban house in Byron Bay, converting it into a stunning beach-inspired home. Her clear vision was to create a cool, beachy abode that mirrored the laidback coastal lifestyle she and her family embraced, regularly spending time on the white sands south of Byron Bay. The design emphasized ease and functionality to suit a family with two young boys, incorporating natural elements like stone and wood throughout the interior to reflect the surrounding environment. Key changes included converting a bedroom into a family room, which was adorned with cushions from Talulah's homewares range. The living room features a striking coffee table from Ahoy Trader and a recently added Izzah Beni Ourain rug from Marr-Kett. The master bedroom was thoughtfully built in the space previously occupied by the garage, featuring whitewashed floorboards from Choices Flooring, contributing to the beachy aesthetic. The master bedroom also includes a colorful artwork by Jai Vasicek of Ahoy Trader, hanging above a chair sourced from Byron Designworks. The kitchen, a central hub for the family, was completely rebuilt in its original location to incorporate more cupboard and bench space, catering to practical family needs. The dining area features a marble-topped dining table from Coco Republic, complemented by chairs from Fenton & Fenton. The bathroom was updated with Bianco Industry Silver tiles from Byron Bay Tiles, ensuring a contemporary yet cohesive feel. An outdoor dining area includes a table from Kelli's father, paired with chairs imported from Indonesia, and a fan from Beacon Lighting, with a towel from the Talulah homewares range, enhancing the indoor-outdoor flow. Functionality and style extend to the exterior with a garage built from merbau timber at the front of the property, designed to house the family's surfboards, including a mini mal from Kelli's own label, Talulah. This renovation successfully blends modern design with a relaxed, beach-inspired atmosphere, creating a home that is both beautiful and practical for a coastal family life. #ByronBayHome #BeachHouseRenovation #HomeDecor #InteriorDesign #CoastalLiving #FashionDesignerHome #FamilyFriendlyDesign #HomeTransformation

The Los Angeles residence of actress Emma Roberts, currently listed for $4.9 million, embodies the signature aesthetic of design firm Pierce & Ward. This three-bedroom property showcases a blend of jewel tones, vintage silhouettes, and distressed finishes that are characteristic of the designers' work. The home functions as a practical demonstration of how these elements can be integrated into a living space, offering insight into their distinctive style, which was also reflected in their collaboration with West Elm. Upon entering the living room, a vaulted ceiling creates an expansive atmosphere, complemented by a prominent stripe motif. The fireplace, painted in burgundy and cream bands, is flanked by armchairs in a similar color scheme, establishing a cohesive visual theme. A bay window, featuring diamond-paned glass and a marquetry pedestal table, is transformed into a reading nook, maximizing natural light and offering a dedicated space for relaxation. The room exemplifies Pierce & Ward’s eclectic approach, combining pleated floor lamps, vintage trunks, and a needlepoint pillow, all of which contribute to a curated yet harmonious environment. A secondary sitting area enhances the home's comfort with built-in bookcases and French doors that provide access to an English garden-inspired yard. The breakfast nook, distinguished by a built-in banquette and checkerboard floors, is noted for its charm, while the kitchen maintains a refined appeal with brass hardware, cream cabinetry, and a deep farmhouse sink. These details collectively contribute to the home's overall design narrative, emphasizing functionality alongside aesthetic appeal. The bedrooms serve as showcases for the designers’ maximalist inclinations. The primary suite features a headboard and curtains adorned with a moody rose-print fabric, alongside a pleated ruffle pendant light, creating a dramatic and cohesive look. Another bedroom incorporates forest-themed prints on both the bed and ceiling, balanced by two shades of green paint on the walls, illustrating a vibrant yet balanced use of color and pattern. A calmer space is provided by a tonal moment, characterized by understated wallpaper, linen shades, and ivory bookshelves, offering a reprieve from the more intense designs. The main bathroom is highlighted as a focal point, featuring deep red onyx tiles that cover the floor, creating a bold and luxurious statement. Aged brass fixtures and custom millwork further enhance the room's dramatic ambiance. The use of natural stone as a central design element is presented as a significant draw for potential buyers, underscoring the bathroom’s unique appeal within the property. The article emphasizes how each space contributes to a larger design story, offering practical inspiration for incorporating distinct design elements into a home. #EmmaRobertsHome #PierceAndWard #LuxuryRealEstate #InteriorDesign #CelebrityHomes #LosAngelesRealEstate #OnyxBathroom #MaximalistDesign #HomeDecorTrends

The Designer Show House, a biennial event sponsored by the Village Improvement Association in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, showcases diverse interior and exterior design inspirations across its 6,000 square feet of space and nearly an acre of outdoor areas. This event serves as a platform for regional designers to present their expertise and offers visitors a wealth of ideas for their own homes. One featured space is a sunken living room, designed by Kate FitzGerald-Wilks of Timeless Design in Landenberg, Pennsylvania. This room embodies a West Indies aesthetic, characterized by bold lines, soft sandy hues, and rich textures. Key elements include vintage stick bamboo chairs painted black, adorned with Kuba cloth and Ralph Lauren zebra-stripe pillows on a slipcovered camel-backed sofa. A mid-century hutch is repurposed as a cocktail bar, complemented by sculptural metal and glass console tables flanking the fireplace. Wood mirrors with faux tortoise shell lean against textured wallpaper, while modern sculptures and art blend with antique books and global treasures. FitzGerald-Wilks also designed the dining room, aiming for a dramatic effect with a backdrop of 200 wine bottles and a striking Dolcetti chandelier crafted from shells and crystals, evoking sea glass. An 8-foot-long reclaimed wine rack sits atop a buffet. The room's color palette consists of soft creams and tans, punctuated by emerald green accents in the chandelier and wine bottles. Windows are framed with woven ikat print panels. An airy sunroom, conceived by Alfred Wolf Home (a new venture from Design Center of Rehoboth or DCOR), was designed to create a light-filled, contemporary transition between the house and garden. This involved removing existing French doors and window grills, painting the room in various shades of white and French gray-green, and incorporating textural elements of white canvas, iron, and marble. The family room, also by DCOR, maintained the warmth of its original paneling and fireplace stone, setting the foundation for a soft khaki and cream palette. The room is furnished with herringbone, tweed, and leather fabrics, offset by tortoise shell wood finishes and local tidal scene artwork. Mary Stewart of M. Stewart Interiors in Bear designed the upstairs hobby room, named "Just Us," intended as a shared family space for various pastimes like painting, photography, reading, chess, and Lego building. The room features updated cherished family heirlooms and is painted simply white to highlight paintings by Nadia Zychal. Nile Johnson of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, designed the second-floor paneled library, drawing inspiration from Rehoboth's laid-back yet cosmopolitan atmosphere. This space offers an updated interpretation of a classic library, decorated in layers of sandy tans. Cyndi and Ron Oronzio and Cathie Sheetz of Dreamweaver Interiors of Rehoboth Beach decorated a bedroom and bath, inspired by vibrantly patterned fabrics. They utilized Robert Allen fabrics as wallpaper for an accent wall, building the room's design around this print. The team selected fabrics for their depth, crisp patterns, contrasting textures, and detailed embroidery, incorporating a bright coral pink accent color and rhinestone embellishments for a feminine touch. Brenda Carder of blcINTERIORS of Rehoboth Beach designed a small guest bedroom, combining natural cotton and linen fabrics with metal and reclaimed wood. Crown moldings add formality. To compensate for limited sunlight, the room was kept light and bright, with a deep navy blue accent wall and touches of bright yellow for warmth. The second floor features art by Libby Zando of Zando Designs and Art Affects in Milton, alongside works by award-winning regional artists. Boardwalk Builders of Rehoboth transformed a hallway into a gallery space by adding wainscot paneling, creating an updated cottage aesthetic that visually broadened the hallway. Mark A. Polo of The Urban Dweller in Boonton, New Jersey, designed the master suite, aiming for comfort with soft textural colors ranging from taupe to blue. The furniture is upholstered to enhance the room's softness, featuring taupe draperies of embroidered sheer linen and silk edged in leather and freshwater pearls. Blonde floors are softened by a long-fiber rug. Outdoors, Erin Walls and Justin Bartels of Bella Terra Landscaping in Lincoln repurposed existing flagstone patios and walkways, adding new stones to create a Celtic-inspired design. The layout divides the space into a grand area for social gatherings and secluded nooks for quiet retreats. Creative Concepts Furniture of Lewes and Ocean View furnished the patios as outdoor rooms with bright coastal colors, including a sectional, loveseat, dining area for six, and lounge chairs, inviting visitors to envision themselves in the setting. #DesignerShowHouse #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor #RehobothBeach #DelawareDesign #LuxuryInteriors #OutdoorLiving #DesignInspiration