Architect Rafael Ramos opted for a natural mix of materials—off-white cement bricks, wooden frames, and fluted glass—offset by shades of gray and minimalist geometric-print tile work.
The farmhouse, originally built in 1894, is now a recognized cultural heritage site.
The Stewart-Schafer team hand-selected each slab of Calacatta Vagli marble to be book-matched. "We love the beautiful natural veining and imperfections of marble against the clean lines of the kitchen design," noted Stucker. To protect the marble, they used a trade secret sealing product that comes with a lifetime guarantee, which, according to Stucker "helps alleviate the hesitations some clients have with marble."
"The combination of the materials makes for a contemporary yet timeless kitchen that will last a lifetime. We aim to design kitchens that not only look good but are made to stand the test of time." — Christine Stucker
Stucker and Veal custom designed and built the kitchen cabinets, finishing them in Farrow & Ball paint (Lamp Room Grey) to compliment the stone and wood.
The use of natural materials, such as the combination of stone and wood, evokes casual luxury that is also very livable.
"We always prioritize functionality during our pre-design phase. We spend a lot of time learning the cooking style and flow of our clients and take stock of all existing kitchenware," says Christin Stucker.
In addition to project architecture and design, Veal and Stucker built and designed many of the furnishings, including a custom shelving unit, light fixtures, and seating.
The dining area is awash in natural light.
The combination of filtered natural light and light hardwood flooring make for a bright and airy dining area.
While the homeowners kept their original sofa and various decor items, new custom storage, seating, and freshly painted walls completely revitalize the space.
"We transformed the space into what a high end Upper West Side Apartment should be." — Christine Stucker
Veal and Stucker created a stylish and functional reading nook off of the living room, complete with a custom shelving unit.
Veal and Stewart often create custom lighting and furniture pieces for their clients.
A table custom made of planked, solid oak with a distressed rub finish serves as a kitchen island.T he height and width are fully adjustable to accommodate the homeowner’s needs.
The exterior of Casa Almudena at night
Panorama Lodge has the tagline “Where the sky is,” which perfectly suits this 248-square-foot cabin in Iceland.
Guests are greeted by plush leather booths and classic hardwood floors in the chic bar area.
The west façade off Ellsworth Kelly's
Opened in July 2017, Sir Joan is the first Sir Hotel property to operate in Spain. The 38-room hotel is situated in the center of Ibiza, overlooking the historic town center and neighboring ports.
Klopf Architecture updated this Eichler with a radiant floor heating system, re-stained paneling, and a new office/guest room filled with Eichler hallmarks like dark bronze door handles.
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