Showing posts with label Peter Block Architects. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Peter Block Architects. Show all posts

Monday, December 2, 2013

LUMINOUS INTERIORS

In Brian J. McCarthy's new book Luminous Interiors, just released from Stewart, Tabori & Chang, Bunny Williams writes in the forward that Brian "has an incredible eye and passion for art, always seeking new talent. Because of this knowledge his projects are always unique, and the variety is that of a truly great designer." How true! The work throughout is divergently diverse and it is abundantly clear that this is a man who listens carefully to his client and avoids the "branded " look- no two projects are alike.

 
Although the book features nine luxurious residences, I chose to focus on one as I had the privilege of seeing this spectacular hotêl particular- an Atlanta property and intense collaboration between Brian and a very talented friend of mine, architect Peter Block. To say the home is extraordinary is quite the understatement! After thirty-five trips to Europe and a collaboration with the venerable Feau & Cie in Paris, a fantasy was realized. The grandeur, opulence, layers and intricacy of this home are stunning in every imaginable way possible.

 
To see more of both Brian and Peter's work click here and here.

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday, January 3, 2013

PURE & SIMPLE

Barbara Barry's new book Barbara Barry: Around Beauty from Rizzoli was a gift for me from me this Christmas. Barbara has always been on my top ten list of all time favorite designers for very good reason and this long awaited book is precisely why! Forever elegant and edited, her aesthetic is near and dear to my heart. She sets the bar very high and remains an icon for me in my ongoing search for excellence.

This particular project in Jackson Hole is of particular significance in that it was a collaboration with someone else near and dear to my heart- my good friend and extraordinarily talented architect Peter Block. Together they made a formidable team and created a beautiful property nestled at the base of the Grand Tetons.

What could be more appropriate to start off 2013? Happy New Year everyone - may all our efforts in the coming months be this pure and simple! Cheers!
























Credits
Peter Block Architects
                                                           http://peterblockarchitects.com/
Barbara Barry: Around Beauty
Rizzoli Publishing
Photographs by David Meredith