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Art collectors Amy and John Phelan funky home

Christopher Wool, Roni Horn, de Kooning paired with large orb chandeliers by John Salibello in this perfectly symmetrical double height living room of an art collectors home.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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Achille Salvagni's Azimut Yacht

Ultra luxury yacht designed by one of the most distinguished architect and designers, Achille Salvagni.

Designed for an 115-foot Azimut yacht. The living room includes Dedar fabrics and silk rugs.

In the owner’s suite, Salvagni’s Sting lamp adorns a custom lacquered wood-and-brass desk and a chair in a Dedar fabric.

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The living area also features custom-designed lacquered wood furnishings which are complemented by Salvagni’s atelier art.

Wild West Wellness

The Amangiri hotel really caught our eyes, wow!

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With concrete blackened steel and clean lines in a tonal palette, the architecture at Amangiri is breathtaking. A bold statement with stone flooring and natural timbers, the luxury resort has been done up in a way to fit into the raw desert that surrounds it.
It’s located smack in the middle of America, Amangiri Resort in South Canyon Point

The collaborative effort between architects Marwan Al-Sayed, Wendell Burnette and Rick Joy created the iconic Amangiri. The design is harmonious with its surroundings, representing Native American Navajo and Pueblo hogan architecture, mirroring the caves regularly found on the desert landscape.

The unique resort uses shadow and light with sharp concrete geometry softened by an earthen palette and selection of materials drawn from the Utah desert .

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Cracked Gesso by Alexander Lamont
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Traditionally a substrate applied to a base material to achve a smooth surface for the application of paint or other materials, gesso has been an important material in traditional European arts.

Gesso is created by combining gypsum powder and hide glue, which is then applied hot in layers then sanded between each layer. Alexander Lamont uses gesso to create special finishing effects.

Lamont’s renowned Antique Ivory Crackle Tusk was created to resemble that of a burnished surface of old ivory. It has the same craquelure of an antique sheet of ivory but no elephant was involved in its creation.

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Christian Liaigre's Masterpiece in Munich

The stone-clad façade of this impressive residence in Munich appears mausoleum-like.

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The luxurious green onyx appears in the massive walk-in closet adjacent to the master bedroom and continues to the master bathroom.

Their most imposing choice is the extensive use of green Italian onyx. In the smaller, casual kitchen huge onyx panels, all cut from the same block of stone, cover the walls. A large block of onyx with rounded corners forms a countertop.

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Chahan Minassian's Central Park project

With its Central Park view, interior designer Chahan Minassian had the liberty to decorate this apartment with his own stylistic expression.

In the living room, a marble "labrum" from the Roman period is mounted on a bronze base by artist Bruno Romeda, serving as a coffee table. To the right of the custom-designed armchair, a marble and bronze coffee table by Richard Blow. On either side of Chahan’s sofa , a rare pair of side tables by Paul Dupré-Lafon. Behind, a beautiful bronze and silver sculpture by Richard Filipowski and chandelier by Max Ingrand.

In the entrance, whose walls are wrapped in woven suede, an artwork by Cy Twombly. Under Warhol’s Mona Lisa, a resin bench by Studio Nucleo.

In the living room, leaning against the sofa, stands a sculptural table in Machat marble which features a pair of bronze lamps by Robert Phandeve and a crystal and silver fruit bowl by Boris Lacroix. Next to it, a bronze and rock crystal marquetry side table and a series of custom-designed bar stools designed by Chahan.

The study is built around a painting by Jean Dubuffet. Around an Art Deco table in olive wood and shagreen, an armchair in tortoise shell marquetry by Karl Springer and a pair of Fiorenzade Franco Albini armchairs . The walnut cabinets are by Sten-Olof Fransson and the silk rug is designed by Chahan himself.



The bathroom is filled with Portuguese stone. Above the tub is an aluminum sculpture by Gregory Ryan created by the artist for this apartment. On the ceiling, two Murano glass suspensions and on the right, a cabinet in pyrite marquetry signed Kam Tin.

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On the shelves in the master bedroom a sculpture by Elisabeth Joulia, a painting by Cy Twombly, a Still life by Pablo Picasso, a python box by Karl Springer and a series of ceramic animals by Bruno Gambone. In front of the window, a plaster pedestal table by John Dickinson.

Rock Crystal by Mathieu Lustrerie

Regis Mathieu has been redefining the endless possibilities in regards to chandeliers between grand renovations for Versailles and designs for Chanel.

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Rock crystal as a conductor of a rare light source inspired Mathieu to create his chandelier with an ever-changing material making each piece an original work.

Mathieu has brought back the 17th century method of using gems in chandeliers by using citrine and topaz in his Odyssey collection, forming a bridge between the past and the present.

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Remi Tessier's North Miami Design

Placed on the entrance wall, Yves Klein’s Anthropometry of the Blue Period from 1961. To the right of the staircase New Dawn Cathedral Column by Louise Nevelson, from 1958-1959.

Facing the staircase, a long console with a base designed by Rémi Tessier supports an optical glass top made in Japan. Behind, Monochrome (Cosmos Pink) by Anish Kapoor. Linen, bamboo and gold thread panels by Vincent and Anne Corbière are hung from the ceiling.

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In the living room, the walls are covered with a straw marquetry by Yann Jallu. Above the travertine fireplace designed by Rémi Tessier, “Deux Femmes et enfant” by Pablo Picasso. On Ado Chale's bronze table (left), ceramics by Kristin McKirdy. On Eric Schmitt's bronze and onyx table (right), “Secret marble heads” by Dimitry Gerrmanj. The armchairs are by Jean Royère, and the rugs, Tai Ping.

In the large living room, around a bronze table by François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne are two armchairs by Pierre Jeanneret. On the right, Christian Liaigre’s armchair and Hermès plaid. Above the base cabinet designed by Rémi Tessier, with gypsum doors and trays covered with lacquer by Pierre Bonne lle, a Willem de Kooning artwork.

Just above the grass, the iconic sheep by François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne.

Chic Tuscan Villa

Inspired by Art Deco, interior designer Vincenzo De Cotiis beautifully designed this Tuscan villa located in Forte dei Marmi.

An open-sky lounging area with elegant Vincenzo De Cotiis sunbeds are placed in front of the residence’s gym.

The exterior dining room is used to take in the rays on warm days. Surrounding a table made from recycled wood, De Cotiis included Pierre Jeanneret chairs. The designer’s own glass and metal box sits on the table.

The indoor living and room and terrace are one. The sofa is upholstered in linen velvet whereas the outdoor benches are made of marble and outdoor fabric. The wall lamp and the vases are part of the decorator’s Progetto Domestico collection.

The dining room worktop extends into a table, while the ribbed stucco of the ceiling matches the ribs of the stools. Like the chandelier, all has been created by the designer himself.

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In the bedroom, decorative panels are placed like paintings. Hand-dyed fabric has been placed under glass and framed. On the left, a brass and marble nightstand.

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A neo-Art Deco bathroom with a vintage round mirror matched by a green quartz cabinet with washbasins and gold metal legs.

Magical Design in Paris's Île Saint-Louis

French interior designer Damien Langlois-Meurinne believes that living on Île Saint-Louis represents a dream.

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Such a unique living room! A Lambda print by Georges Rousse hangs behind the sofa and pair of custom bronze-and-lacquer coffee tables. The bronze-painted brass chandelier was designed by Langlois-Meurinne  along with the wool-and-linen rug.

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The master bedroom features a custom stained-oak and lacquer dressing table, a sofa designed by Langlois-Meurinne, a pair of Edouard de la Marque brass coffee tables and a custom straw-paper covered headboard - what a mix!

The marble dining table is designed by Carlo Scarpa and is surrounded by custom chairs sits. Panda White marble flooring and a stoneware vase by Turi H. Pedersen add luminosity to the entry foyer. The far right image features a family room with custom coffee tables and José Leite de Castro’s Havana armchairs. We are absolutely loving the limited edition Kolkhoze console in white estremoz.

Joseph Dirand's Parisian Apartment

Architect Joseph Dirand’s apartment in heart of the capital.

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Loving the living room design! A Pierre Jeanneret sofa and chairs surround a cocktail table by Joseph Dirand. The artwork is by Angel Alonso.

Dirand’s preferred material is stone. Can’t get enough of the beautiful Breccia Stazzema marble-and-brass console table in the dining area. It’s topped with pieces by Robert Rauschenberg, Georges Jouve, Adrien Dirand, and André Borderie. The painting is by Lawrence Carroll.

The kitchen features lovely brass cabinetry and silver patina; mirrored and painted panels line the hallway.

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Can you spot François Xavier LaLanne’s famous lamb sculpture? In the master bedroom, an Oscar Niemeyer chair, Georges Jouve cocktail table and Charlotte Perriand console.

Alexander Wang's West Chelsea Home

Designed by Ryan Korban for fashion designer Alexander Wang in West Chelsea, New York.

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The living room features marble cocktail tables from Holly Hunt along with a Restoration Hardware sofa covered in Dedar fabric. Absolutely loving the Loro Piana pillows!

Wang left an artsy home and appointed Korban to create a sleek and polished interior.

Wang is seated on an Eric Schmitt table with a Steven Klein photograph behind him. Can’t get enough of the refined vibe with a B&B Italia dining table and Mies Van Der Rohe chairs. Outside, Renovation Hardware furniture takes center stage.

Master bedroom - Baker bed and R&Y Augosusti nightstand.

Master bedroom - Baker bed and R&Y Augosusti nightstand.

Manhattan Triplex by Vincent Van Duysen

Belgian interior designer Vincent van Duysen’s aesthetic in this Manhattan triplex.

In the living room, Edward Wormley chairs surround a John Dickinson side table and features a Van Duysen sofa and On Kawara painting. More Wormley chairs can be found around an Ado Chale table along with a yellow painting by Ettore Spalletti. We can’t get over the library, especially Jack Pierson’s sculpture!

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A stair twists into the living room giving onto a Charlotte Perriand table and bookshelf, Pierre Jeanneret armchairs and a Wyeth desk lamp.

Biscayne Bay by Peter Marino

The living room is filled with art from artists such as Damien Hirst and Alexander Calder. The room also a Claude Lalanne table, a custom sofa and armchairs by Peter Marino himself along with a cocktail table by Juan & Paloma Garrido. Can you spot the Fontana on the far right image?

In the guest bathroom, the floors, wall, and vanity are made of Onyx Arco Iris. The sink, fittings, and mirrored medicine cabinet with lighting are custom-designed by Marino.

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The living room also features a metal sculpture by Yonel Lebovici (left) and artworks by Richard Prince. Marino also added in his own custom game table, club chairs, bronze boxes, sofa, and carpet.

Aria collection by Paul Mathieu

Commissioned to design furniture for an 18th century church in Aix-en-Provene, France, Paul Mathieu created the Aria collection featuring both hand-cast bronze furniture and lighting.

The particular colours and materials used by Mathieu creates an aesthetic and elegant collection.

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Further sculptural pieces are added to this collection along with bespoke commissions.

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The variety of materials used in crafting both the furniture and lighting includes: leather, horsehair, wood and bronze.

Ekaterina Kitaina pecified these pieces when designing the show apartment, amenities and entrance hall for 1 Grosvenor Square.

Joseph Dirand's "Le Jardinier"

Parisian architect Joseph Dirand opened Le Jardinier restaurant in Manhattan over a year ago.

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The mix of materials includes Ayers Green marble walls and floors along with velvet chairs by Gallotti & Radice. The space also features custom-designed pendants by Philippe Anthonioz.

Dirand’s portfolio includes LouLou in Paris and the Four Seasons Surf Club in Miami. Specialized French artisans are hired to create the attention to detail Dirand is renowned for, such as the marble bar.

The 62-seat restaurant focuses on natural lighting and lush greenery with floor-to-ceiling windows creating an indoor garden.

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Kelly Wearstler's Next Level Glamour

Designed for a couple in Washington, Kelly Wearstler created a gloomy yet glamorous atmosphere.

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The library wall is dressed with black marquina marble decorated with brass and features a custom rug.

The custom desk (below) is paired with circa-1950 French armchairs. Both the table lamps and globe come from JF Chen.

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Right above JF Chen’s stone sculpture hangs a vintage pendant. Three different marbles pattern the floor pairing nicely with SJW Studios’ beautiful ceiling wall covering.