THIS PAGE Tiered wedding cake style chandeliers in the living room and foyer bring an essence of opulence to the home’s entrance.

OPPOSITE TOP A custom curved metal railing with wainscot detailing polishes the grand stairway. The leopard-print carpeted stairs by Mark Nelson Designs complete the luxe look.

OPPOSITE BOTTOM Neutral tones in the main area of the home allow for more daring accent tones within other rooms, such as the metallic backsplash in the kitchen. HAUTE HABITAT Cozy NewGrandeur Copy Warmth meets opulence on the Sound Headlineby CYNDI MURRAY Finding meaning in Jackson Pollock’s world of chaos by DREW MOSS

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ERIC LAVERTY LONG ISLAND PULSE 83 were all selected to create a layering effect balancing grandeur and warmth. Suvalsky’s criterion was that “each fabric had to pass three tests: natural, luxe looking (and feeling) and richly hued.” The curved staircase was another focal point. Suvalsky enhanced its original splen- dor by applying an espresso chocolate toned, high-gloss Venetian plaster to its body, as well as the walls above the columns. “The choice for this was twofold: a rich and deeply lustrous version of this color that would add to the sexy quality of the sweeping curve, plus [it’s] a material that would be repairable if ever scratched or dinged. It succeeds on both accounts.” And it helps reflect light. Keeping the needs of the homeowner in mind, Suvalsky incorporated child safety features, an oft-overlooked task in designing palatial homes. He embraced the challenge of adding both luxury and safety by cleverly shielding designer pieces under sleek, easy-to- clean laminate. ABOVE TOP “I feel the entire house really accomplishes The dining room’s customized glass Maille chandelier by world-famous designer what we set out to do: create a livable work of Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz features ombre shading of clear, gold and purple. art that feels homey and warm, playful and authentic to the clients living there in terms of BOTTOM their taste and lifestyle, all while transform- Color and texture prevail in each area of the home including the bathrooms. A mix of ing an existing house into something that feels solids, patterns and touchable materials adds depth and warmth to the design. fresh and unseen in other designs.” p

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