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Mint green-painted ironwork and tiles connect the indoors to the outside more fluidly.
Mint green-painted ironwork and tiles connect the indoors to the outside more fluidly.
The Max-A studio is also built with a pine frame, though it has pine panelling on the ceiling, while the main house ceiling is painted a warm white.
The Max-A studio is also built with a pine frame, though it has pine panelling on the ceiling, while the main house ceiling is painted a warm white.
99 by Von Tundra and Lydia Cambron $13,000 Oregon-based Von Tundra’s unit combines three different storage options—a rack, drawers, and boxes—into a multipurpose dresser.
99 by Von Tundra and Lydia Cambron $13,000 Oregon-based Von Tundra’s unit combines three different storage options—a rack, drawers, and boxes—into a multipurpose dresser.
The W.W. Stool by Philippe Starck.
The W.W. Stool by Philippe Starck.
The courtyard is a secure space with a double-height window that offers seamless interior-exterior connection. “It gives a nice sense of containment and peace, while still engaging interior spaces,” says Cashman.
The courtyard is a secure space with a double-height window that offers seamless interior-exterior connection. “It gives a nice sense of containment and peace, while still engaging interior spaces,” says Cashman.
Steel strips form a security screen on the street side of the scullery. One can also hang pots and pans from them. A skylight filters illumination through glass block flooring to the basement below.
Steel strips form a security screen on the street side of the scullery. One can also hang pots and pans from them. A skylight filters illumination through glass block flooring to the basement below.
The kitchen is accessible from a raised courtyard across from the main living space. “The double exhaust hood looks like an old industrial gantry,” remarks Cashman. Sandblasted brick and sandstone from the original warehouse dialogue with floating white and grey cabinetry.
The kitchen is accessible from a raised courtyard across from the main living space. “The double exhaust hood looks like an old industrial gantry,” remarks Cashman. Sandblasted brick and sandstone from the original warehouse dialogue with floating white and grey cabinetry.
The Frey II House in Palm Springs, designed by architect Albert Frey.
The Frey II House in Palm Springs, designed by architect Albert Frey.
“The biggest design challenge was the facade,” says architect Mark Cashman. “It had to step back from the street and recede to give prominence to the heritage status warehouse facade.” Above the translucent bedroom level, a balcony with a herb garden steps back further. From the rooftop garden, downtown Sydney comes into full view.
“The biggest design challenge was the facade,” says architect Mark Cashman. “It had to step back from the street and recede to give prominence to the heritage status warehouse facade.” Above the translucent bedroom level, a balcony with a herb garden steps back further. From the rooftop garden, downtown Sydney comes into full view.
Simultaneously sculptural and pragmatic, the undulating form of the W Magazine Stand’s molded plywood is both pleasing and useful. It’s compact enough for small spaces, though you may be loath to cover up the figurative grain pattern of the walnut with your magazines.
Simultaneously sculptural and pragmatic, the undulating form of the W Magazine Stand’s molded plywood is both pleasing and useful. It’s compact enough for small spaces, though you may be loath to cover up the figurative grain pattern of the walnut with your magazines.
The master bedroom features wallpaper by Erika Wakerly. The glass tables next to the Croft House bed were gifts.
The master bedroom features wallpaper by Erika Wakerly. The glass tables next to the Croft House bed were gifts.
House II in Kavouri, Constantinos Decavallas, 1970. Photo by Pat McElnea. Images provided courtesy The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture Archive of The Cooper Union.
House II in Kavouri, Constantinos Decavallas, 1970. Photo by Pat McElnea. Images provided courtesy The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture Archive of The Cooper Union.
ES Otero Pedrayo Ourense II (2010) An exhibition of Candida Höfer’s renowned architectural photography is on display at Fondazione Bisazza in Vincenza, Italy, through July 27. Photo by Candida Höfer
ES Otero Pedrayo Ourense II (2010) An exhibition of Candida Höfer’s renowned architectural photography is on display at Fondazione Bisazza in Vincenza, Italy, through July 27. Photo by Candida Höfer
Palácio da Bolsa no Porto II (2006) An exhibition of Candida Höfer’s renowned architectural photography is on display at Fondazione Bisazza in Vincenza, Italy, through July 27. Photo by Candida Höfer
Palácio da Bolsa no Porto II (2006) An exhibition of Candida Höfer’s renowned architectural photography is on display at Fondazione Bisazza in Vincenza, Italy, through July 27. Photo by Candida Höfer
A secondary bedroom meant for a child has a partially translucent, curved glass wall.
A secondary bedroom meant for a child has a partially translucent, curved glass wall.
Pool Rocker II, 2009. Corrugated cardboard.
Pool Rocker II, 2009. Corrugated cardboard.
Marcel Breuer Hooper House II Exterior Courtyard House View
Marcel Breuer Hooper House II Exterior Courtyard House View
A pivoting Gyrofocus fireplace, staircase, and elevator shaft organize the social space. Lighting throughout the house is mostly ambient, supplemented by task-oriented lighting.
A pivoting Gyrofocus fireplace, staircase, and elevator shaft organize the social space. Lighting throughout the house is mostly ambient, supplemented by task-oriented lighting.
Based in New York, photographer Brian W. Ferry regularly shoots portraits, travel, interiors, and design stories for international clients and publications including Condé Nast Traveler and WSJ Magazine. For this issue, he captured “Outside Providence,” a story about a coastal Rhode Island getaway. “I was blown away by the skylights throughout the home,” he says. “Watching the light and colors change slowly over the course of the two-day shoot was a real treat—it was like a private James Turrell exhibition.” What’s your favorite city to visit in the USA? “I frequently travel to Los Angeles for work and pleasure, and I enjoy every visit. There’s a wonderful art scene, great food, and the ability to spend time outdoors year-round.”
Based in New York, photographer Brian W. Ferry regularly shoots portraits, travel, interiors, and design stories for international clients and publications including Condé Nast Traveler and WSJ Magazine. For this issue, he captured “Outside Providence,” a story about a coastal Rhode Island getaway. “I was blown away by the skylights throughout the home,” he says. “Watching the light and colors change slowly over the course of the two-day shoot was a real treat—it was like a private James Turrell exhibition.” What’s your favorite city to visit in the USA? “I frequently travel to Los Angeles for work and pleasure, and I enjoy every visit. There’s a wonderful art scene, great food, and the ability to spend time outdoors year-round.”
A New York–based photographer who shoots for clients including Condé Nast Traveler and the Wall Street Journal Magazine, Brian W. Ferry loves the perks of Dwell assignments. In one week, he shared lunch alfresco with the owners of the Stanfordville, New York, outbuilding and pizza and wine in São Paulo with the owner and architect of the Jardins apartment.
A New York–based photographer who shoots for clients including Condé Nast Traveler and the Wall Street Journal Magazine, Brian W. Ferry loves the perks of Dwell assignments. In one week, he shared lunch alfresco with the owners of the Stanfordville, New York, outbuilding and pizza and wine in São Paulo with the owner and architect of the Jardins apartment.
Tucked away in a corner of Makati, W-17 is an elegant warehouse space showcasing luxe home wares from the Philippines and beyond. Catch Carabao (Philippine water buffalo) horn salad servers, elegant wood serving bowls trimmed in gold, locally crafted dinner ware, and antique Chinese furniture, along with rugs from New York-based Filipino designer Inigo Elizalde.
Tucked away in a corner of Makati, W-17 is an elegant warehouse space showcasing luxe home wares from the Philippines and beyond. Catch Carabao (Philippine water buffalo) horn salad servers, elegant wood serving bowls trimmed in gold, locally crafted dinner ware, and antique Chinese furniture, along with rugs from New York-based Filipino designer Inigo Elizalde.
Style: "Portrait B&W"
Style: "Portrait B&W"
From the transitional space between the living area and courtyard, the TV room is visible.
From the transitional space between the living area and courtyard, the TV room is visible.
The Action Office II by Robert Propst for Herman Miller. This revolutionary design advanced a utopian idea that you could somehow have the ability to shape your space. It was called the “workstation” for the “human performer.”
The Action Office II by Robert Propst for Herman Miller. This revolutionary design advanced a utopian idea that you could somehow have the ability to shape your space. It was called the “workstation” for the “human performer.”
Milwaukee studio Vetter Denk Architects designed this eye-catching prefab on the banks of Moose Lake, Wisconsin, as a weekend retreat. The home was based on an idea presented by the home's owner, who was inspired by a screw-top jug of $9.99 red wine.
Milwaukee studio Vetter Denk Architects designed this eye-catching prefab on the banks of Moose Lake, Wisconsin, as a weekend retreat. The home was based on an idea presented by the home's owner, who was inspired by a screw-top jug of $9.99 red wine.
The Audiophile To some, speakers are the most alluring part of any audio system, and for most audiophiles, the stark, machined-aluminum enclosures of the Magico Q7 Mk II loudspeakers are equivalent to a stealth fghter jet. Where most speakers have screwedtogether fiber-board boxes, Magicos feature aluminum skeletons and skins and are bolted together for a sturdy build. The speaker drivers have graphene cones, and the high-frequency tweeter has a diaphragm of diamond-coated beryllium for maximum rigidity and sound transmission. Pricing matches the stratospheric aspirations at $229,000 per pair.
The Audiophile To some, speakers are the most alluring part of any audio system, and for most audiophiles, the stark, machined-aluminum enclosures of the Magico Q7 Mk II loudspeakers are equivalent to a stealth fghter jet. Where most speakers have screwedtogether fiber-board boxes, Magicos feature aluminum skeletons and skins and are bolted together for a sturdy build. The speaker drivers have graphene cones, and the high-frequency tweeter has a diaphragm of diamond-coated beryllium for maximum rigidity and sound transmission. Pricing matches the stratospheric aspirations at $229,000 per pair.
Mask II (DCW) After Charles Eames by Edgar Orlaineta (2013) Orlaineta turns iconic Eames chairbacks into fantastical, almost anthropomorphic readymade sculptures.
Mask II (DCW) After Charles Eames by Edgar Orlaineta (2013) Orlaineta turns iconic Eames chairbacks into fantastical, almost anthropomorphic readymade sculptures.
The reflective marble in the reception area and new Lobby Bar recalls a runway, according to Meyer, injecting life into the entryway while drawing the focus to the bar and the small, circular pods, curtained-off areas where guests can congregate. The reception area also boasts a white spray can mural that plays up a little-known historical fact—the aerosol cans were invented in Chicago in 1883—while referencing the city's spray paint ban.
The reflective marble in the reception area and new Lobby Bar recalls a runway, according to Meyer, injecting life into the entryway while drawing the focus to the bar and the small, circular pods, curtained-off areas where guests can congregate. The reception area also boasts a white spray can mural that plays up a little-known historical fact—the aerosol cans were invented in Chicago in 1883—while referencing the city's spray paint ban.
Ideal for magazines or paperwork, the W Molded Ply Magazine Stand ($149) is equally at home in the living room or the office.
Ideal for magazines or paperwork, the W Molded Ply Magazine Stand ($149) is equally at home in the living room or the office.
Inga Sempé, W103c light, 2010.
Inga Sempé, W103c light, 2010.
Bookmark your reading materials by perching them on the detachable birch resting pole.
Bookmark your reading materials by perching them on the detachable birch resting pole.
CURRENT, the redesigned restaurant, focuses on straight lines and soft tones to amplify the view of the lake.
CURRENT, the redesigned restaurant, focuses on straight lines and soft tones to amplify the view of the lake.
According to Jacobs, the design philosophy was about having a point of view and not necessarily trying to be a perfect fit for everyone.
According to Jacobs, the design philosophy was about having a point of view and not necessarily trying to be a perfect fit for everyone.
The interiors reformulated as part of the W Chicago Lakeshore’s redesign used glass and metal elements to reflect the lakefront and reference the city's burly skyline, according to Will Meyer of interior design firm Meyer Davis.
The interiors reformulated as part of the W Chicago Lakeshore’s redesign used glass and metal elements to reflect the lakefront and reference the city's burly skyline, according to Will Meyer of interior design firm Meyer Davis.

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