Mixing a geometric chandelier, plaster sconces, and 1940s French lamps, the tiered illumination in this living room artfully delivers utility and style in triplicate.
As a third-generation New York City designer, have you seen it all?
JEFF LINCOLN: I’ve definitely witnessed the coming and going of so many trends and period styles, from English country to mid century modern. We’re past all that now. We’re post-trend. That’s the biggest difference between my predecessors and myself. American decoration today allows the freedom to incorporate history in an unfussy, contemporary way. The owners of this West Palm Beach, Florida, home craved that liberty; they wanted a carefree house with effortless style.
DAVID A. KEEPS: Doesn’t everyone?
The ultimate luxury is being able to relax and enjoy your home—not to have to swan around, plumping pillows and rearranging flowers. Who, in this day and age, needs custom lampshades? I don’t want people to feel encumbered by their things.
Is that why you use ceramic garden stools for side tables?
That’s part of the easy-living, indoor/ outdoor sensibility of West Palm Beach. The stools are inexpensive and durable, and if you set a sweating drink on them or leave a puddle of gin, that’s easily resolved with a paper towel.
What’s the history of this property?
Denne historien er fra November 2017-utgaven av House Beautiful.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra November 2017-utgaven av House Beautiful.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
The Bold & The Beautiful
A Georgian-style estate swaps fussy formality for rich colors, plentiful patterns, and functionality reflective of family life.
French Dressing
Can you really turn a big Texas home into a charming Francophile retreat? Oui, oui.
Tailor Made
In a competitive real estate market, a couple decides against house hunting and goes all in on a custom build in the heart of Dallas.
One Foot in the Sand
A whimsical space blends island style with classic details and references to the past.
Making History
A little creative thinking helps transform this period-perfect Tudor.
GREAT ESCAPE
Scenic lakeside views and a layout made for entertaining become the focus in this family getaway.
THE BEST HOME STORES IN AMERICA
From pop-ups to industry standbys, these expert-recommended shops are filled with equal parts essentials and eye candy.
Colors of the World
An old-worldamansion rendered anew, a jungle enclave enriched sical decor, or a freestanding treehouse perched on the glittering Pacific coastline bold hotel design has the power to unleash the imagination and cement a sense of place. Beyond the scenic landscapes they occupy, these luxury properties are travel experiences in themselves, with scene-setting details spanning from clever color palettes and artisanal textures to historic architecture and bespoke furniture.
Q: What paint color is as versatile as a little black dress?
“Like an infinitely wearable LBD, a great paint color can give home interiors eternal flexibility, so I asked experts and designers to share their go-to shade.”
LIGHT HOUSE
A century-old Missouri grande dame warms up and wows-with an unlikely muse.
