Issue I 2011 Vol. 16, Issue I 2011 $9.95 US The finest home furnishings, products, services and design professionals INTERIOR DESIGN: Garrity Design Group BUILDER: Jauregui Architecture Interiors Construction Carriage House Cover Story Hardwood Floors: M & M Carpet and Schenck & Company Lighting Fixtures: Iron Accents Walls and Ceiling: Anything But Plain The inspiration for this magnificent project was the clientвЂ™s desire to provide solace, joy, and a place to build lasting memories for themselves, their family, and their friends. Designer, Andrea Garrity, of Garrity Design Group worked very carefully with the owners to fulfill the needs and wishes of the entire family. The project commenced with building the sophisticated 8,000 square foot carriage house pictured here. An expansive limestone arch surrounding 14 foot wooden doors leads into this structure of Austin limestone that was built on a wooded property in the Woodlands to house and showcase a collection of classic European automobiles. By a nn m a r ie paul With a ndr ea S. ga r r ity ASID, R id The Garrity Design Group Photography by Michael Baxter baxterimaging.com 12 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 The carriage house features a large turntable in the hand scraped hickory pecan flooring. The vaulted ceilings are trimmed with rough hewn beams which carry your eyes up 23 feet to the 14 foot diameter iron chandelier custom made by Iron Accents that hangs over the turntable. The lighting was designed to highlight the cars in different scenes and to cast a warm glow on the plastered walls hand trowelled by Anything But Plain to give the feeling of a vintage carriage house from France. A custom designed spiral staircase with mahogany hand rails leads to the loft which houses custom leather and burl chairs and a table designed by Garrity and frabricated by DesignerвЂ™s Furniture Mfg. Underneath the loft is a bar area with seating banked by granite niches displaying artwork of vintage autos. With the carriage house completed, collaboration began on the main house whose sophisticated, cosmopolitan style was an essential component of the design scheme and evokes the spirit of the existing carriage house. Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 13 Classic Meets Contemporary The residence not only had to compliment the existing carriage house on the property, but it also had to fill many needs. In addition to being used for living, the home would also be used for entertaining extended family as well as business clients. Therefore, a private guest quarters separated from the rest of the home was desired, as well as adult and children entertainment areas. Multiple living and family spaces were needed, and to counterbalance a very hectic lifestyle, requests for a mirrored exercise room, a wine room, and a craft room were included. A plant room was a necessity for the owners, who are avid gardeners, and a pet shower for the ownersвЂ™ golden retrievers was integrated into this space. Entry вЂњThe entry and living area reflect the new vision...вЂќ Stairwell Chandelier: Iron Accents Gold Leafed Consoles: Iron Accents and ABP Sofas and Loveseats: Donghia Walls: Anything But Plain Hardwood Floors: M&M Carpet and Schenck & Co. Window Treatments: G&S Custom Draperies Once all the design criteria had been incorporated into a traditional French style, the family went to see the movie, вЂњThe HolidayвЂќ, and the children expressed their desire to have their new house incorporate the feeling of the home in the movie; they wanted something different than what they had in other homes. What does one do when the client decides to change from a traditional French style to a more cosmopolitan design scheme 24 months into a 36 month project? вЂњIncorporating furniture and finishes in the new direction to ensure the house flowed seamlessly from one room to the next was made all the more difficult as built-ins, cabinetry, and trim were installed,вЂќ commented Garrity. вЂњWe did not want to ruin the integrity of the houseвЂ™s county French exterior. Deadlines were not changed, and face to face meetings were not often possible, as the client did not live in the area,вЂќ continued Garrity. The entry and living area reflect the new vision in design concept that was jointly developed by the owner and designer by utilizing duplicate notebooks they created. Some of the existing furniture was able to be modified to blend with the new style. In the entry and galleries, Anything But Plain created over 803 yards of cambric cloth were primed, painted, fauxed, and top coated before being cut into 3вЂ™X3вЂ™ squares and applied. Hand scraped walnut in the entry is from M&M and was installed by Schenck & Company, and the living room walls are hand painted Shanghai Silk by Anything But Plain. Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 15 Family & Friends Gather in Spacious Dining Room The wall treatments are carried into the dining room where a rug from the Carol Piper collection is of woolen silk with dining room a scratched appearance. The custom built table by William Switzer can seat fourteen family and friends and was inspired Rugs, l.r. / d.r. wool and silk: Carol Piper Rugs by a coffee table of Macassar wood. The chairs are by J. Robert Dining Chairs: J. Robert Scott, mohair upholstery & chairs Scott, and the Barbara Barry chandelier is made of Murano Table: Custom Macassar glass. The arched, seven-inch cased openings are carried throughout the residence. Chandelier: Barbara Barry вЂњThe custom built table by William Switzer can seat fourteen...вЂќ Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 17 Family Room/Kitchen/ Breakfast Room The owners and designer found a home in the family room for the butterfly painting by Hunt Slonem framed by Mixed Emotions Fine Art, and they also worked together to design the builtin cabinetry for the television and collectibles. The rug from Stark in the family room is chenille, the seating is by Fendi, and the chairs are by Holly Hunt. The family room adjoins the kitchen where leather bar stools provide seating at the marble and limestone counter, and the comfortable breakfast area looks out over the pool. The kitchen also includes large pantries for storage. Kitchen & Breakfast Room Cheneille Rug: Stark Carpet Chandelier: Nancy Corzine Counters: Walker Zanger Barstools: Donghia Breakfast Room Chairs: Holly Hunt В 18 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 19 вЂњThe juxtaposition of textures throughout the room complements the feeling of the home.вЂќ вЂњWhat can you do to prepare for afterwards?вЂќ Library Chandelier: Donghia Heron Wingback Chairs: Donghia Rug: Brindle custom design, fabricated by Stark Cabinets: Custom design В Dynasty Collection Showcased in Cozy Study The library conveys a cozy and inviting feeling in a space suited for reading and quiet conversation. The mahogany paneling and cabinets were used throughout the room to contribute warmth. With their elegantly slender cross bracing, the display cabinets have an architectural look that engages the eye, as lighting showcases the antique dynasty collection. The shelves were built with a lip on the front to hide the lighting. The Donghia chairs in the library are covered in cashmere to add to the warm, cozy feeling. A rectangular Brindle rug that had been made for another home presented a design challenge to be able to use it in the study that required a square rug. It was squared off, and new larger hides were incorporated with leather binding for the trim. The Murano glass chandelier was selected specifically to compliment the mahogany paneling, and a Tamayo painting over the fireplace adds a splash of color to the room. The hardware is all custom made polished nickel. The juxtaposition of textures throughout the room complements the feeling of the home. A home office computer area is separated from the library by a door. To balance the space on either side of the doors, a bookcase was recessed, and a push release mahogany panel to mirror the other side was added to hide the bookcase. Double French doors lead from the study to the gallery. The client personally designed the lighting in the gallery where the ownersвЂ™ private collection hangs. She was very specific in her lighting requirements. At the end of the gallery is a Corbin bronze in front of a back-painted glass. Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 21 вЂњQuality time together...вЂќ Upstairs Family Room Sectional, Chair and Ottoman: custom by DesignerвЂ™s Furniture Mfg. Shelving: all wallpapered Coffee Table: Donghia Motorized Window Treatment: G&S Custom Draperies 22 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 Quality Time Together Spent in Upstairs Family Room The walls of the upstairs family room and all the built-ins are papered for a soft, comfortable feeling. The television sits behind sliding doors, and a balcony overlooks the pool and wooded property. This inviting space often finds the family congregating to watch TV and spend quality time together. Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 23 GAME ROOM Covered Wall Panels: Jeff Laws Wallcovering Bar countertop: Anything But Plain Motorized Shade: G&S Custom Draperies Furniture: Holly Hunt Game Chairs: Dakota Jackson Game Table: Donghia Rug: Stark Carpet вЂњGarrity commented that mixing textures defines her design philosophy.вЂќ Game Room is a place to entertain, have fun, and relax. Dividing the space in the game room into three separate areas allows for multi-generational gatherings. The clients wanted to have a bar area, an area for visiting and watching television, and an area for playing games. The game room is designed so that the bar and sitting areas provide flexibility when needed; yet, they are easily incorporated into the entire room. The clients wanted the television to be viewed from all areas of the room, and they wanted the room to be self-contained, so a wet bar with refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher drawers were included. A touch of textures throughout adds a three dimensional feeling to the space. Garrity commented that mixing textures defines her design philosophy. The game room walls are plywood segments cleverly disguised by covering them with linen paper and applied in a pattern. Once the wall design was determined, the panels had to be equally spaced on the walls. The segments provide dimension to the room. Commercial air diffusers were used to disguise air flow. The bar cabinetry and counter top has a three-dimensional textural alligator print faux finish with hand blown pendant lighting above. For a cleaner look, the TV was recessed into the wall and hung on an adjustable arm to be viewed from all parts of the room. In addition to the linen covered panels and alligator faux print, other interesting textures abound throughout the room: the hand scraped walnut floor, mohair rug (made from goats raised in Texas), leather, wool and silk fabrics. The roman shade is motorized to provide privacy at night. MEDIA ROOM Sectional: DesignerвЂ™s Furniture Mfg. Chairs: Kravet 24 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 25 вЂњ... soothing, warm, peaceful space.вЂќ master bedROOM Bed: Alan Knight Furniture: David Sutherland Motorized Window Treatments: G&S Custom Draperies 26 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 Master Bedroom is Soothing, Warm, Peaceful Space The clear acrylic legs make the Palm Beach Bed appear to float in the warm, relaxing master bedroom. Soft recessed lighting and monochromatic tones add to the peaceful feeling of the room. All the draperies that hang behind fur-downs are motorized, and the seating area by the windows overlooks the pool. Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 27 The adjoining master bathroom features Giallo Antico marble on the counters, showers, and floor. The marble floor slabs are inlayed with mahogany to compliment the paneled walls. From the wet/dry shower that is divided by a solid sheet of glass, the heavily wooded backyard is visible. An upstairs sitting room seen in the photograph below showcases some of the ownersвЂ™ art collection. MASTER bathRoom Vanities and Floors: Walker Zanger Shower and Mirrors: Dauphin Sales Fixtures: Elegant Additions sitting Room Furniture: Holly Hunt 28 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 29 bedroom Day Bed and Chair: DesignerвЂ™s Furniture Mfg. Vanity and Mirror: Dauphin Sales bedroom Bed: DesignerвЂ™s Furniture Mfg. Mirror: Dauphin Sales bedrooms baths Carpet: Stark Carpet Motorized Drapes and Shades: G&S Custom Draperies Marble and Tile: Walker Zanger Fixtures: Elegant Additions Bedrooms Provide Private, Comfortable Spaces The bedrooms provide a private, comfortable space for children returning from college as well as for guests. The girlвЂ™s room and guest room reflect the same soft tones of the master suite, while the boysвЂ™ rooms are done in deeper tones. The custom designed leather parson table was put on casters to slide over the bed or to sit at the foot over the suede ottoman. Each bedroom has the convenience and privacy of its own bathroom with vanities and built-ins designed by the designer and client. вЂњ...private comfortable space ...вЂќ bedroom Furniture: DesignerвЂ™s Furniture Mfg. Bed: Garrity Design Group 30 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 31 Fireplace Is Focal Point of Covered Terrace The verticle fire rods in the fireplace on this comfortable, covered terrace were the idea of the client, so the designer had them fabricated to her specifications. The Azimuth furniture was ordered through Janus Et Cie in the design center, and Garrity Design Group selected the accessories. The client also designed the pool with grass coming up to the edge to give it a softer, cooler appearance than traditional decking. The fire pots at one end provide a wonderful ambiance in the evenings. The pool has a negative edge with pebble tech instead of tile and includes sun shelves. The home also includes a summer kitchen built like an island with water on three sides. The pool bath sits just inside the back door off the pool. The vanity covered in antique honed granite was custom designed by Garrity. The wall behind the vanity was mirrored by Dauphin Sales, and a Venetian plaster finish by Anything But Plain covers the other walls. River rock from Walker Zanger covers the walls and floor of the shower. n вЂњFireplace is focal point...вЂќ 32 Cover Story Houston Design Resources Issue I 2011 covered terrace Marble and Tile: Walker Zanger Fixtures: Elegant Additions Issue I 2011 Houston Design Resources Cover Story 33