MODERNIST REVIVAL
Homes & Gardens|April 2022
A 19th-century Manhattan townhouse has been given a sophisticated new identity with fine architectural detailing and bursts of colour
JULIET BENNING
MODERNIST REVIVAL
SITTING ROOM

The high relief panelling is a modern interpretation of original 19th-century interior detailing. Walls in N51040 25%, Fine Paints of Europe. Cornette sconce, Interieurs. Small wooden chair with pink velvet cushion by Guillerme et Chambron, try 1stDibs

COFFEE AND COCKTAIL ROOM

Modern colour and furnishings are a foil to the pastoral mural. Light, Lindsey Adelman. Mural by Dean Barger. Vintage chair, Paul Donzella. Table, Black Creek Mercantile & Trading Co. Stool, EJ Victor. Walls in Inchyra Blue, Farrow & Ball

SITTING ROOM

The two seating groups feel connected through a play of curves and straight lines. Omnibus sectional sofa and Serpentine sofa, both Vladimir Kagan; try 1stDibs. Blue armchairs, JosephAndré Motte. Rug, Crosby Street Studios

ROOF TERRACE

Mature planting provides privacy and the water feature drowns out white noise from the bustling streets below. Design, Harrison Green and Ike Kligerman Barkley

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