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The island is characterized by a rounded shape, and showcases the different finishes of the materials. The thick honed Travertino Romano countertops are rounded and smooth and accentuated by a bronze reveal, while the front and side of the island showcases fluted detailing in the same natural stone.
The island is characterized by a rounded shape, and showcases the different finishes of the materials. The thick honed Travertino Romano countertops are rounded and smooth and accentuated by a bronze reveal, while the front and side of the island showcases fluted detailing in the same natural stone.
A kitchen island made of large Travertino Santa Caterina porcelain slabs from Ariostea breaks up the timber palette. Also pictured are Hay Cornet stools and a Baxter-Hubble lighting fixture.
A kitchen island made of large Travertino Santa Caterina porcelain slabs from Ariostea breaks up the timber palette. Also pictured are Hay Cornet stools and a Baxter-Hubble lighting fixture.
The communal dining table in the main house was custom-made by a local woodworker and island timber mill owner, Joe Romano, in collaboration with WindowCraft. Raw metal supports for the table were fabricated by Salish Metalworks on Orcas Island, a sister island to San Juan.
The communal dining table in the main house was custom-made by a local woodworker and island timber mill owner, Joe Romano, in collaboration with WindowCraft. Raw metal supports for the table were fabricated by Salish Metalworks on Orcas Island, a sister island to San Juan.
The 510 Cabin is one of Leggitt's designs, executed with the help of student apprentices.
The 510 Cabin is one of Leggitt's designs, executed with the help of student apprentices.
The sink is handmade by a Greek company, Studio Travertino.
The sink is handmade by a Greek company, Studio Travertino.
The cover of Murakami Versailles.
The cover of Murakami Versailles.
Circa-1940s documents that were filed with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety credit William H. Thomas, who was a very close friend of graphic designer Alvin Lustig, as the house’s “certified architect.” After extensive research conducted by the home’s previous owner, Andy Hackman, the house’s current owner, Andrew Romano, believes the structure was in fact Lustig’s own design.
Circa-1940s documents that were filed with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety credit William H. Thomas, who was a very close friend of graphic designer Alvin Lustig, as the house’s “certified architect.” After extensive research conducted by the home’s previous owner, Andy Hackman, the house’s current owner, Andrew Romano, believes the structure was in fact Lustig’s own design.
Pendant by Matthew Fairbank Design.
Pendant by Matthew Fairbank Design.
Clock by Ding3000 for Discipline.
Clock by Ding3000 for Discipline.
The structure of the coop was inspired by the new bus shelters and newsstands in New York City.
The structure of the coop was inspired by the new bus shelters and newsstands in New York City.
William Lamson's Solarium.
William Lamson's Solarium.
Words Make The Infinite Finite Artist Duvet Covers and Pillows by Romano Hänni
Words Make The Infinite Finite Artist Duvet Covers and Pillows by Romano Hänni
The Wave House by Mario Romano featuring Infratech Flush Mount WD-Series Dual Element Heaters
The Wave House by Mario Romano featuring Infratech Flush Mount WD-Series Dual Element Heaters
The Wave House by Mario Romano featuring Infratech Flush Mount WD-Series Dual Element Heaters
The Wave House by Mario Romano featuring Infratech Flush Mount WD-Series Dual Element Heaters
The Wave House by Mario Romano featuring Infratech Flush Mount WD-Series Dual Element Heaters
The Wave House by Mario Romano featuring Infratech Flush Mount WD-Series Dual Element Heaters
Kitchen designed by Blockstudio. Wall lamp, Lampe Gras. Floor consist of four types of mosaic stone: Skyros Sky, Green Tinos, Perlino Rosa и Travertino Gold.
Kitchen designed by Blockstudio. Wall lamp, Lampe Gras. Floor consist of four types of mosaic stone: Skyros Sky, Green Tinos, Perlino Rosa и Travertino Gold.
Soft Rocks by Tanya Aguiñiga.
Soft Rocks by Tanya Aguiñiga.
The Anita shelf as seen on The Blog on the Bookshelf.
The Anita shelf as seen on The Blog on the Bookshelf.
For more information on the Uncensored campaign, please visit sonatauncensored.
For more information on the Uncensored campaign, please visit sonatauncensored.
Chakana, lamp+tables. Wood veneer, stainless steel, travertino and textile Little tables can move where you need them. The lamp shade can go up and down, tilt, and turn as you desire.
Chakana, lamp+tables. Wood veneer, stainless steel, travertino and textile Little tables can move where you need them. The lamp shade can go up and down, tilt, and turn as you desire.
Dive into the fascinating history behind Cape Romano's peculiar, igloo-like structures, which have been a treasured fixture to Southwest Floridians since the early 1980s.
Dive into the fascinating history behind Cape Romano's peculiar, igloo-like structures, which have been a treasured fixture to Southwest Floridians since the early 1980s.
Andre Dekker of Rotterdam-based Observatorium.
Andre Dekker of Rotterdam-based Observatorium.
Bent rosewood pieces, layered and finished with a mahogany veneer, lend this piece a warm richness that hasn't faded a bit since it was constructed in the 1960s. For more information, contact Assemblage.
Bent rosewood pieces, layered and finished with a mahogany veneer, lend this piece a warm richness that hasn't faded a bit since it was constructed in the 1960s. For more information, contact Assemblage.
Vintage ads abound in A Graphic History of LEGO Packaging.
Vintage ads abound in A Graphic History of LEGO Packaging.
Residence designed by "a href="http://www.axelrodarchitects.com">Axelrod Architects, honorable mention in the New Practices San Francisco 2009 competition.
Residence designed by "a href="http://www.axelrodarchitects.com">Axelrod Architects, honorable mention in the New Practices San Francisco 2009 competition.
Residence designed by "a href="http://www.axelrodarchitects.com">Axelrod Architects, honorable mention in the New Practices San Francisco 2009 competition.
Residence designed by "a href="http://www.axelrodarchitects.com">Axelrod Architects, honorable mention in the New Practices San Francisco 2009 competition.
Outside, a 10,000 square foot garden features a 70-foot infinity edge pool with an underwater sound system, Jacuzzi, tranquil 400-square foot Zen garden, stunning water wall designed by Mario Romano and ample entertaining and dining space.
Outside, a 10,000 square foot garden features a 70-foot infinity edge pool with an underwater sound system, Jacuzzi, tranquil 400-square foot Zen garden, stunning water wall designed by Mario Romano and ample entertaining and dining space.
Whalepooner PLYprint from The Utility Collective and Hub Strategy, $85.00.
Whalepooner PLYprint from The Utility Collective and Hub Strategy, $85.00.
Skyscrapers on Transparent Yellow
Skyscrapers on Transparent Yellow
A pair of Bishop Chairs, designed by Philippe Starck for Dedon.
A pair of Bishop Chairs, designed by Philippe Starck for Dedon.
Beach chalet, at 388 square feet, designed by Studiomama.
Beach chalet, at 388 square feet, designed by Studiomama.
Jolly Narwhal PLYprint from The Utility Collective and Hub Strategy, $85.00.
Jolly Narwhal PLYprint from The Utility Collective and Hub Strategy, $85.00.
Kyle and I getting some work done. Click here to read the finished article that appeared in the April 2010 issue.
Kyle and I getting some work done. Click here to read the finished article that appeared in the April 2010 issue.
A bright orange tea cosy by Jongerius Lab.
A bright orange tea cosy by Jongerius Lab.

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