Designer Melanie Roy: The theme for the design was making sure that everything we did enhanced the beautiful view of the water and incredible architecture of the home with neutral palettes, pops of color, and amorphous shapes.
The foyer feels so welcoming! How did you decide on the layout?
I wanted to set the tone and palette for the home at the entry by hanging the Basedow painting over the leather and brass console. It reflects all of the colors and the magnificent view of the water. Our clients love wood, so it is frequently used throughout the house. You will find it on the ceilings and walls, so our entry rug was a whimsical play on a slab of wood in an organic shape. The Zita mirrors also resemble drops of water on the entry wall and reflect light.
How did you choose the art pieces for this project?
The house was designed with a neutral organic palette, so I used art to bring in pops of color and accentuate the greens and blues in the gorgeous view outside.
The ceiling in the family room is so grand! How did it impact the design in that room?
I wanted to bring in a light fixture that would bring glam but also play into the natural setting. The brass oversized sputnik fixture with quartz crystals on the tips was the perfect solution. We also added cork wallpaper with some gold highlights.
An abstract painting by Aurel K. Basedow hangs above a console from Zieta Studio in the entry. The wool rug is from JD Staron.
In the kitchen, the cabinetry is by Ciuffo Cabinetry, and the pendants are from Nella Vetrina.
Bouclé swivel chairs from Cliff Young complement sofas from Homenature in the family room. Travertine coffee tables are from Interlude Home, and the ceiling fixture is from Kravet.
The clients’ artwork is viewable from the staircase.
A mirror from Made Goods hangs above a console from Global Views on the second floor landing. The sconces are from Visual Comfort.
A ceiling fixture from Cuff Studio hangs above a bed covered in linen fabric from Interlude Home. An oil painting by Lenoid Logutov hangs above the bed.
A rug from Jenni Kayne complements a Kohler tub from Simon’s in the primary bath.
Furnishings on the primary terrace are from Thayers Outdoor Living.
How would you describe your interiors style?
My interiors style is contemporary and glamorous. My interiors strike a perfect balance of combining a restrained use of bold colors and prolific curation of art combined with modern, custom, and vintage furniture.
What was your most exciting original find?
The lighting in the home, especially the rock crystal light in the music room, was one of my favorite pieces.
What were the high points of working on this project?
Designing and installing the custom lighting and seeing it all come together. Most importantly, my client was thrilled with the results.
What were your thoughts on the glass staircase?
I love the glass staircase because it did not disrupt the view from any point in the home and became its own piece of art in the center of the house.
What is the connection between the indoors and outdoors of this project?
The intention for this project was to bring the outdoors in and make sure nothing competed with the view but enhanced it. We used organic shapes, and neutral palettes with pops of color in blues and greens that accentuated the exterior foliage and bay views.
Any low points during the renovation?
The lowest point of the renovation was when the project ended. It was truly an incredible collaboration with the most wonderful clients and a stunning setting and great architecture.