In the last few years, interiors saw a surge of color and felt more loud. Even in luxury developments, bold spaces with lots of personality were having a moment (just look at what Lenny Kravitz created at 75 Kenmare). In 2024, however, many designers are hitting the brakes and focusing on creating centers of refuge. The look of “quiet luxury,” that doesn’t scream but whispers, is in.
Pairing warm, natural materials with minimal furnishings, a harmonious relationship between the indoors and out is at the forefront of this trend. Simple tranquility awaits at luxury new developments from coast to coast if you’re interested in this understated, clean vibe.
Nine Chapel | Tankhouse, GUBI, and SO-IL
Brooklyn, NY
Truly a collaboration of the ages, design powerhouses GUBI and SO-IL partnered with Tankhouse on a 14-story development in the heart of Brooklyn. Complete with 27 apartments, the firms honed in on creating a sense of community while making privacy a priority within each unit.
Employing light wide-plank floors and tall ceilings, the spaces aren’t complete without original furnishings by GUBI. Using simple yet authentic pieces, a primarily cream palette helps to juxtapose the building’s stark, industrial exterior made of metal and concrete. Like a welcoming cocoon, the soft interiors are a relaxing take on city living.
8899 Beverly | Olson Kundig
West Hollywood, CA
Olson Kundig, a firm with over 60 years of experience, has created a beautiful example of warm minimalism on the West Coast. They designed 8899 Beverly Boulevard, a stunning community of condos and penthouses in West Hollywood. Sitting as the tallest building in the area, soaring ceilings and panoramic views are made the star wih low-profile furnishings for the ultimate indoor/outdoor experience.
Like these other spots, the natural palette and expansive glass allow the surrounding environment to be a key part of the interior atmosphere. Full sliding doors and windows usher in fresh air while opening up the homes for al fresco living. Being outside is just part of one’s daily experience here.
Mandarin Oriental Residences, Beverly Hills | 1508 London
Beverly Hills, CA
Only a five-minute drive from 8899 Beverly sits Mandarin Oriental, another purveyor of this minimalist trend. With a starting price of $2.975 million, the internationally acclaimed firm 1508 London focused on living spaces that accentuated the wavy curves of stunning marble. Whether it be on the walls or on the kitchen countertops, the beautiful stone texture is a feature in every room.
Designers drew inspiration from the California landscape to evoke a sort of stillness here. While they can be a hotspot for entertaining and fine living experiences, the residences spare no expense in making themselves the pinnacle of relaxation.
The Harper | B Interior
New York, NY
Jetting back to the Big Apple, New York-based firm B Interior focuses on “juxtaposition to the busy surrounding city.” Diverting from some of their other NYC projects, The Harper embraces a subdued aesthetic. Ditching colorful wallpapers and eccentric chandeliers, the residences offer a reprieve from the over-stimulating city around them.
Complete with top-of-the-line fixtures like Miele and Waterworks, most of the units offer private outdoor spaces as well. Landscaping and greenery are used as pops of color to provide a contrast that balances the indoors and outdoors.
Tribeca Green | Vesta Homes
New York, NY
Moving downtown to Battery Park City, Tribeca Green is yet another towering building embracing a natural, fresh vibe. It has 265 units and a dazzling location point for taking in the city skyline. Designing a select few of the residences, Vesta Homes artfully offsets the intensity of ‘the city that never sleeps’ with layers of neutrals and light throughout.
As people change clothes with their mood or mind frame, interior trends also ebb and flow. So, what do you think? Is quiet luxury your thing or are you ready to see bolder design choices?
