The Minimalist Club

Our vision for the Minimalist Club project was to connect with the surfaces that evoke a sense of respite. In a world filled with so much conversation and visual and virtual noise, the word "respite" stands out. The design balances hard lines where necessary and soft lines that dissect the function of form. Skilled makers and artisans carefully crafted the Island to seamlessly flow into the floor line. Although modern, the craftsmanship within this project was meticulous. From woodwork to stonework, plaster, concrete to glass fabrication, all the materials used in this project are locally sourced and hand-poured by skilled craftsmen. Sakonnet Woodworking custom-made our cabinetry with Livingstonstone Concrete, which casts the curved island counters and backsplash. Urban bronzed finished Plumbing and a few of my favorite items featured below from ROWEAM.

Oil on canvas. Signed Nicolai Anderson. 1938 Exhibition sticker on back. The wood frame has minor warping. Canvas and frame wear are consistent with age. — Lady Reading on canvas by ROWEAM

Designed to add a sense of modernity to our 200+ year-old Coaster’s Chance Cottage, this table features unique leg turnings complemented by stunning custom stain options that accentuate the natural wood grain. Shown in our ebony finish. — NBL Dining Table by ROWEAM

The original main bathrooms had been fitted with drop ceilings and builder-grade trim and tiles, which were not up to the client's expectations. Our team collaborated with local artisans to craft a modern aesthetic while adding antique finishes, vintage materials, and high-quality products. We imported plumbing fixtures from our motherland, Australia, and had the vanities custom-made by local craftsmen. The custom sinks were created by local concrete artisans, resulting in a modern take on a Moore House Designed bathroom.

Our goal was to strike a balance between using minimal lighting and incorporating vintage details. We created a double vaulted living room that feels light, and airy and has a sense of enclosure. To achieve this, we found suspended pendants with glass globes that appear to float in space. The pendants are suspended by a small disc, illuminating the globe and creating a stunning glow. We positioned the pendants just above the vertical V-groove paneling so they would slightly hit the dining room ceiling. Our ROWEAM Buff sofa was designed with modern apartment living in mind. It has a clean and contemporary shape, but we collaborated with our namesake firm, ROWEAM, to ensure it is also incredibly comfortable (we plan to launch it next year). The sofa is layered with down and feathers but woven, so the filling does not settle or require fluffing. We sourced a flat weave rug from Minor Casa to unify the living and dining rooms. The rug is simple yet elegant, and it helps to connect the two spaces. We also added a mid-century side chair, reupholstered in a houndstooth wool fabric. It is a fun addition to the space and complements the modern shape of the sofa. We added a few accessories from ROWEAM and the Travertine Lamp of our dreams to complete the look.

Our goal for this space was to create a cozy breakaway area for our clients to work from home, with a warm and inviting atmosphere similar to a library. However, we wanted to achieve this without breaking the bank on expensive mahogany paneling. Since this was a second home for the clients, we needed to find a cost-effective strategy. After some research, we discovered these beautiful mahogany room dividers from one of our vintage vendors, and they became the focal point of the room. We then complemented them with a mid-century Hans Olsen settee and chairs, a French 1930s coffee table, and a hand-woven rug from Nepal. The combination of these elements created the perfect ambiance we were aiming for.

Library Office Designed by Moore House Design // Furnishings sourced by ROWEAM // Photography by Jared Kuzia

Our main bedroom wanted to be calm and textural for our clients. We custom-made a King-size bed with a lower, more minimal headboard to let the ceiling draw the attention. To patinated vintage sconces and a Petite wooden French bench with radius ends that has the most beautiful, rich, and subtle patina, our custom New Vintage Ghent Side Tables from ROWEAM in natural stain and layered with my favorite Swedish vessels of all time, anything Gunnar Nylun. The little desk nook wanted to be airy and simple with a metal and leather-topped desk and our Javor Pivka chair.