Innehållsförteckning för October 2018 från House Beautiful

For Katie Brown, a bold approach to color has always come naturally. “At age 11, I was given carte blanche to decorate my room. I put a yellow shag carpet on the floor and wallpapered the ceiling,” recalls the TV host, author, and newly minted decorator. So when she and her family traded in their colorful Brooklyn brownstone for a circa-1900 Connecticut country house, Brown set out to transform it into an equally vivid setting. Armed with her trusty briefcase of paint swatches and a knack for finding thrift-store gems, Brown created rooms that prove just how livable even the boldest color combinations can be. Her family agrees: “When my daughters have friends over, they’re really proud that their house is a big statement!” 1 Riot Act “I knew I…

LONDON CLAY 244 FARROW & BALL “I used this color, a rich, complex brown that looks like milk chocolate, in a dead flat finish for the dining room of a San Francisco apartment. The tone creates a wonderful intimacy and depth in the evening and is a fantastic backdrop for art. It also pairs beautifully with shades of pink and blue.” JOHN K. ANDERSON ALL-A-BLAZE 1304 BENJAMIN MOORE “I love how this color exudes richness without being too stuffy. I recently used it in a pearl finish topped with a strié glaze to complement the orange batik window treatments in a client’s Long Island, New York, home. It was my way of bringing a little bit of Palm Beach exuberance to the North Shore!” KATE CHAPMAN TOQUE WHITE 7003 SHERWIN-WILLIAMS…

1. CREATE YOUR OWN FAMILY For a cheeky take on the ancestor portrait galleries in venerable English manors, chef Alex Hitz lined the library of his Los Angeles home with bookcases—then hung a likeness of his late friend, socialite Nan Kempner. Says Hitz of the room, which also includes stately paintings of 19th-century Italian officers: “It’s ridiculous but fun.” 2. PLAY WITH PROPORTION When Jeffrey Bilhuber reinvigorated a fifth-generation New Jersey farmhouse with gutsy hues and equally bold modern art, he also integrated the client’s traditional boyhood portrait into the mix. His strategy for contemporizing the heirloom: Place it above a mammoth ceramic floor urn and between robin’s-egg–blue curtains, so the art’s color and size—and not its subject matter—become the focus of attention. 3. CLUSTER A COLLECTION In the corner…

“I love it when you can’t really tell what something is, when it’s a bit mysterious,” says William Cullum. He recently festooned the pale-gold walls of a prewar Manhattan apartment with hand-painted metallic spiderwebs—inspired by a Victorian-era book cover—that seem to appear and vanish as one moves around the space. It was the Columbia, South Carolina, native’s affinity for the enigmatic—and an unrelenting passion for the past (he double-majored in art history and historic preservation)—that instantly impressed his boss, New York designer Thomas Jayne, who hired Cullum seven years ago. “He has a special design genius that combines intellect, intuition, and imagination,” says Jayne, himself a member of House Beautiful’s inaugural 1998 Next Wave class. For Cullum, now the firm’s lead decorator, the past remains an undying muse for his…

For Joey Wölffer, co-owner of Wölffer Estate winery, lunch on the patio of her Hamptons home doesn’t get much more complicated than uncorking a bottle. “The food is simple, and the table decor doesn’t follow any rules. It’s how I can entertain weekly without stressing,” says Wölffer, who updated her place with Serena & Lily furnishings in time to host a celebration of the fall grape harvest. At the table, Provençal fabrics, layered like tablecloths, are teamed with mismatched cutlery, melamine plates, and rustic bouquets for a boho-by-thewater vibe. The locavore fare, including farm-stand-corn soup, is dished up family style. Says Wölffer: “The party won’t be perfect—trust me, they never are—but it will be real, and that’s more fun.”…

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Let’s face facts: With a photo studio inside every smartphone, snapping a selfie and scrutinizing the results has become a national pastime. Because of that ubiquity—or in spite of it—portraiture is back in a big way. More creative and edgy than what your mother hung on her walls, today’s portraits cater to a generation able to view themselves over and over, and one that wants a new way of seeing. How visionary is that? ››…

WHERE TO FIND AN ARTIST A portrait that captures elusive qualities requires a thoughtful artist, like those whose works are shown here. All accept commissions, either directly or through their galleries. You can find artists through a local gallery or on the site of Portraits, Inc., which works with portrait artists and handles the commission details. Once you’ve chosen a portraitist, communicate—about the mood, pose, setting—before the work starts, and understand the artist’s aesthetic. Says Lucy Fradkin (top): “I’m not doing a likeness per se, which is why every person has the same non-smiling expression. Rather, I’m representing something essential about that person.” THE PROCESS Many artists travel to you for a sitting: You hold a pose as they work. But Sarah Blomfield, who does Conté crayon and pencil drawings…

Join designer Eddie Ross as he renovates his historic Pennsylvania home. As someone who loves entertaining, I’ve always dreamed of having a full butler’s pantry! Unfortunately, Edgewood Hall’s was long gone after some historically inaccurate renovations over the years, so Jaithan and I decided to build our own. We wanted a space that would have all the charm of an original 1920s pantry, which meant going the extra mile to source old-fashioned hinges from House of Antique Hardware and wavy-looking glass. One of our biggest hiccups even ended up adding to the authenticity: After realizing the sink would have to be installed off-center beneath the window (a design no-no!), I came up with an insert that would mask the asymmetry and make the sink look like a small, bar-size version—even…

There’s a reason parents are unrelenting about their children’s bedtime. Without proper sleep, little ones compromise their health—and get cranky. We adults are no different. We’d all do well to commit to a wind-down bath, not another episode of The Handmaid’s Tale. And to a consistent lights-out time versus an in-bed Instagram session. But revamping our rest-and-recharge habits shouldn’t feel punitive. It can be enjoyable, and even a tad indulgent. Here’s permission to invest in dreamy sheets if they inspire you to turn in an hour early. (Then you’ll really get your money’s worth.) The bedroom can be fun, too—wink, wink—and we’ve got tips for that, plus pages of shopping up ahead. So make your bedroom blissful. Things always look better in the morning. HOMEGROWN BEAUTY In Skin Food: Natural…

POWER OF PATINA Materials with character add depth to a kitchen. Bailey and Petravic chose a zinc countertop for their island—a metal that will eventually develop a beautiful blue-gray patina while still being tough enough for food prep. And while the vintage copper stove has been treated to maintain its luster, the counter trim in the same material will burnish, especially in Sausalito’s sea air. “I like things that look like they’ve been through stuff,” Petravic says. Seems like you and your house could have used a vow-renewal ceremony. CATHERINE BAILEY: We’ve been here since 2002! We talked about moving a few years ago and even looked at some other houses in Sausalito. Our son, Jasper, was getting older—he’s now 13—and we were starting to feel cramped. But all of…

ON THE COVER Wallpaper: Pierre Frey, pierrefrey.com. Sofa fabric: Holland & Sherry, hollandandsherry.com. Ottoman fabric: Raoul Textiles, raoul textiles.com. Lampshade: Penny Morrison, pennymorrison.com. 19 COLOR CRUSH Top and bottom center bowls: Mud Australia, mudaustralia.com; Terrain, shopterrain.com. 21 COLOR MATCH Wall and floor paint: Sherwin-Williams, sherwin-williams.com. Dining table: RH, Restoration Hardware, rh.com. Armchair: Côté France, cotefrance.com. Side chairs: Serena & Lily, serenaandlily.com. Rug: Woven, woven.is. Curtain: Crate & Barrel, crateandbarrel.com. Art: Minted, minted.com. Chandelier: Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com. Black-and-white vase: Franca, francanyc.com. White fluted vase: Vista Alegre, jungleeny.com. Plates, glasses, and cutlery: Canvas Home, canvashomestore.com. Striped bowl: Lenox, lenox.com. Dotted bowl: Marimekko, marimekko.com. Runner fabric: Zak + Fox, zakandfox.com. Linen napkins: Kim Seybert, kimseybert.com. Candles and candleholders: Cire Trudon, trudon.com. 22 LIVING COLOR Designer: Katie Brown, katiebrown.com. PAGES 24–26: All paints: Pratt & Lambert,…

Warm and unexpected, a rich ocher—we used Sherwin-Williams Forsythia here—lends autumnal cheer to a dining room while providing a bold backdrop for black-and-white tableware. Seek out items with an artisanal hand; a mix of different textures in equal parts light and dark keeps the look from going too Pop Art.…

100–120 A.D MUMMY PORTRAIT UNKNOWN Like many citizens in Roman-held Egypt, this woman’s mummy included a lifelike, wood-panel portrait that was affixed to her shroud. 1434 THE ARNOLFINI PORTRAIT JAN VAN EYCK Although the symbols and subjects of this Flemish work are still debated, Van Eyck’s eye for perspective and true-to-life details aren’t in dispute. 1524 SELF-PORTRAIT IN A CONVEX MIRROR PARMIGIANINO Long before Beauty-Cam selfies, this was a witty reflection on how we show a distorted version of ourselves to the world, and how presentation can become performance. 1884 MADAME X JOHN SINGER SARGENT This then-scandalous image of a sultry, fame-seeking beauty outraged critics, derailed Sargent’s career, and presaged our celeb-obsessed culture. 1905 THE GREEN STRIPE HENRI MATISSE Matisse’s flat composition and radical use of color transformed his wife…

SEATING 1. STOOL “This is the masculine version of a boudoir, so leather gives it that sleek and tailored look.” Mont Blanc Leather in Marsh. mooreandgiles.com 2 & 5. DESK CHAIR AND TRIM “Florals can skew feminine, but this one is quite handsome.” Woodblock Flower Linen in Indigo. michaelsmithinc.com. Espadrille Picot Border in Marina. samuelandsons.com WINDOWS 3. SHADES “Studies traditionally include items collected on far-flung travels. The ethnic pattern on the shades brings in a touch of the exotic.” Dutch Stripe Hemp in Porcelain. michaelsmithinc.com CHAISE 4. THROW FABRIC “In a deep, saturated blue, this classic accessory feels fresh.” Prima Alpaca Baby Suri and Merino Wool in Azurite. sandrajordan.com 6. PILLOW “A more muted version of the familiar blues and greens many men gravitate toward in ties and sweaters.” Adang…

On the Edge with Dorrance Clean and edgy, Newport Brass’ latest collection interprets the fundamentals of modern design by combining a balanced blend of artistry and made-in-California craftsmanship. Offered with levers or refined cross handles, the widespread faucet remains current and customizable. newportbrass.com Cole & Son Cole & Son has been creating original and exceptional wallcoverings since 1875. Innovative, intelligent and artistic design is founded upon a strong heritage of family craftsmanship. Visit cole-and-son.com to see the whole collection. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery Allow Ferguson to be the solution for your plumbing, lighting and appliance needs. We offer the best selection of products, like the Ocala Single-Handle Kitchen Faucet by Mirabelle. Visit fergusonshowrooms.com to find the showroom nearest you. Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting Riley sconces with glass…

There are more prewar Tudors in this neighborhood than Shakespeare could shake a stick at. Is that why you designed a brand-new riff on 500-year-old architecture? NED STOLL: Our client said that, growing up nearby in a plainspoken Colonial, she’d dreamed of someday having her own stately Tudor. She and her husband love the style’s hefty timbers, soaring gables, and quirky details, but they wanted to get away from the stuffy formality and dark, closed-in rooms of the 1920s originals. With Gideon, we devised what we call the “dissolving Tudor.” There’s a gradual progression from traditional forms and vertical structure at the front of the house to more modern, open, horizontal spaces at the rear. Yet the whole layout has a generous scale, an expansive flow, and a flexibility that…

Kitschy ’70s kitchens and dingy classroom floors are just a couple of the images that linoleum usually brings to mind. But according to a new generation of design leaders, the old-school stuff is worth a second look. “I love linoleum!” gushes Kate Rheinstein Brodsky, owner of Manhattan shop KRB, who chose Marmoleum flooring in a geometric motif for her own kitchen. “It’s naturally antimicrobial, it’s eco-friendly, and it wears really well. In the six years since we installed it, we’ve already had to repaint our cabinets, but the floor has stayed intact!” In Los Angeles, designer Oliver M. Furth became similarly enamored after using Congoleum in the renovation of his 1920s house. “It’s softer than tile, it comes in an infinite number of colors, it’s shockingly inexpensive, and it’s super-easy…