Canton, Ma. Project

Here's a little inside look at a current project I'm working on. I thought I'd share the journey that started almost a year ago. This home is in the process of adding on a new kitchen, family room, laundry room, powder room and an in law addition. Since the last photo the lawn was leveled and reseeded. The oil-rubbed bronze exterior light fixtures are on order and the awning post are soon to be installed. Once the door is stained I'll post the exterior transformation!

The Before image after excavation and the new foundation to support the in law addition. Framing it up!

 

Old awning removed, new copper barreled awning installed. New supporting post will be custom built on site.

New Craftsman door!! Love Simpson doors, I have one of my own:) Will be staining this with a combination of English Chestnut and Sedona Red.

Ben Moore's Briarwood on top is the chosen color. Will also be doing shutters in the warmest deepest bronze to compliment the Murray Feiss oil-rubbed exterior fixtures on order.

New steps for both entryways.

Since this image the lawn has been leveled and reseeded and the new driveway for the in law residence has been paved. Now waiting for awning supports and exterior lighting. Next time I'll show you the rear of the house and it's stunning new deck. Will keep you posted!

The Nemetz Family Kitchen

The Nemetz Family Kitchen is warm and welcoming in Canton, Massachusetts. Highly functional this family hub shows plenty of style, detail and personality. The central island is well designed with an angled counter top conducive to ease and function. In addition to ample seating, the massive island surface will accommodate the largest baking project or dinner party!! Classic ivory cabinetry help to set the stage for a pop of apple green throughout. Adding texture and depth are Roman shades fabricated from Amy Butler’s textiles. Great job Sarah!



Love the honed soap stones subtle vain.



The window seat provides extra seating and a place for reading or a cup of tea. How great is that!



With the kitchen located off the rear entrance this extra closet is a welcome addition!





A hood that serves a dual purpose.



                      French doors were added to provide easy access to the screened porch.


Beautiful turquoise urns adorn the island and add intensity to the palette.
Happy fall everyone!!





Emily Gilbert Behind The Lens...

Raised by the influence of two artist teachers, Emily Gilbert grew up in a creatively rich environment. Home was an old blue farmhouse in northern N.J. that Emily lovingly refers to as her, overloaded prop shop where her journey into multi-mediums began. Beyond her artfully honed childhood, Emily explores sculpture to graphic design while attending college, ultimately receiving a Degree from NYU in experimental theatre. Emily then went on to intern with the renowned Julie Taymor, Director of “The Lion King” and “Frida.” As a result, Julie introduces her to the world of film and television which led Emily to life as a Set Dresser and Prop Stylist. Although grateful for the opportunities afforded her, Emily found herself searching for professional stability and consistency. Little did she know that the advice of a family member would soon take her back to a birthday gift she received in high school…“Emiliy, you should be a photographer!” Those words resonated with Emily and now she is capturing her various interests and fascinations with the lens of a camera. Her passion for interior and exterior environments coupled with a history as a Set Dresser naturally evolved into the art of Interior and Architectural photography.



How I love a planked ceiling, especially with this stunning light fixture dancing below it. This space is so inviting with a sofa that's easy to climb into!



White on white and easy on the eyes!




Al fresco is always a lovely option, especially when the space looks like this!

 

A room with a view and a palette that brings the outside in!

Photographing spaces for Elle Décor would be Emily's short term editorial goal. As a long term goal she dreams of traveling the globe with a writer to create a page turning work of art in the form of a well versed, beautifully photographed coffee book. I personally look forward to making that purchase!

                                                       Symmetry at it's best!

 The beauty of the architecture is perfectly framed in this image.



“Assuming all the structural elements are in place during a shoot and you’re following the laws of exacts, how do you know when the image is right?” Emily responded, “When I’m shooting a room or client it is a real guttural thing…a feeling. Sometimes all I need is a subtle small difference to know its right.”



Love these potted feathers! A lovely autumn accent.

Carved carrera mable! It doesn't get any more luxurious than that...Oh lala...

                Always a dramatic statement in black and white!

Today Emily Gilbert is a successfully New York based Interior and Architectural photographer with an impressive client list. Established and living in Brooklyn, N.Y. Emily Gilbert’s layered experiences will undoubtedly lead her on her global journey and I’m sure Ollie her Boston terrier will be with herJ

Phyllis Rea Gorman

In closing the month of September, I wanted to share the photography of Phyllis Rea Gorman. Phyllis’s desire to photograph began with a curious passion to see the unseen. Phyllis will intently focus her lens on the heart of her subjects that are often overlooked or ignored. In her words, “I want to capture the extraordinary out of the ordinary.” Now she is sharing those visual moments with people in galleries throughout New England. Currently her work is being viewed at “The Next Door Gallery” in Mansfield thru December. She is also a member of the Attleboro Museum and South Shore Art Center. In addition to her talent as a photographer, Phyllis Rea Gorman has taught children as an Educator of the written word for close to 40 years. Phyllis’s love for teaching and love of spirit has taught many how to recognize the “extraordinary” and to reach beyond the ordinary. She is truly a lovely human being and I’ll forever be grateful for the love of writing and creativity she has gifted both my children.

Hearken back to the recent images of summer. Here are a few of her visual postcards of the season past…

  Sunflower

Piece of Violet

White Water Lily

Hydrangea

To contact Phyllis and view more from her collection:  phyllisrea@ymail.com

Zoe Design

Doug Garranbrants, Venetian plaster artisan and Lena Fransioli, fine artist are the married principles of Zoe Design and have been painting murals and decorative finishes from Los Angeles to Tokyo for 28 years. Lena Fransioli a Harvard graduate is also a student of the Parsons School of Design in NY. In addition, she studied at the Inchbald School of Design in London and more recently took a year long painting sabbatical with her mural partner Brooke Sheldon in Florence, Italy. Zoe Design is currently headquarted in Boston where their team of highly skilled artist assist in project installations of all sizes. The team specializes in murals, Venetian plaster, wall glazing, faux finishes, metal leaf, marmorino, floor and ceiling stenciling, custom stenciling, painted furnishings, wallpaper and more. One look at their work and years of dedication and passion are revealed.

When I asked for the source of inspiration, Lena's response was, "It all started with the wanting to give a wall depth and transparency. Whether we are painting a mural, glazing or applying decorative plaster, I am always searching for ways to see into or through the surface."

A work in progress......

Love how the mural is reflected back into the room with this glorious mirror!

Simply beautiful!

Not your average staircase.

Scenic Gloucester mural grace the hallway of this home.

How I love a painted ceiling.

A beautiful silver leaf ceiling!

Zoe Design can help you realize your own modern day masterpiece. For more information please contact Doug Garrabrants at: doug@zoe-design.com

Fitzhugh Karol and Lyndsay Caleo's Brooklyn Home.

Fitzhugh Karol and Lyndsay Caleo of The Brooklyn Home Company are living and working the urban artist dream. Fitzhugh a woodworker and sculptor and Lyndsay a metalsmith are both RISD grads. Together they hone their craft daily at The Brooklyn Home Company as contributing artisans. In addition they collaborate on architectural and interior design.

Below: Fitzhugh created a white sculptor that hangs above the fireplace. In addition he made the bookcase, the mahogany coffee table and the Yzir heart bar stools. Lyndsay found the Indian daybed at a salvage yard.

Photography by Emily Gilbert

The beams were unveiled during demolition. They were hidden above a drop ceiling. The cage lights were from a freighter ship from India. The ladder leads to a guest room loft area and the table was made by both Lyndsay and Fitzhugh from a birch tree.

A Sapele island countertop anchors the kitchen. The shelving is reclaimed wood from an old mill from upstate NY. The sink is a vintage American Standard farm sink and Olive is the perfect mascot!

A mirror Lyndsay's father made hangs among the rest of their collection.

Extra large double hung windows fill the kitchen with light.

A second living room was added downstairs. Fitzhugh made the sofa out of reclaimed beams.

Sapele wood top the treads in the hallway. Love the sculptor at top of the stairs that Fitzhugh made for Lyndsay.

The guest room was inspired by sleeping quarters on a ship.

Beautifully handcrafted beech and ash bed by Fitzhugh.

Lyndsay found a bathroom door at Fitzhugh's family's New Hampshire sheep barn.

"I use my body, I feel my work. I believe that I am always playing and always searching and that the possibilities are endless". -Fitzhugh Karol

Thank you Fitzhugh, Lyndsay and Emily for allowing me to share your work and beautiful home!

Hope to see you in Brooklyn!!

Well lit and private

A little privacy was desired without blocking out the light. The solution a line of woven Roman shades for my clients beautiful Palladium windows. When fully drawn the shades disappear into a single break line. Shade provided by "Dress my window".

ARTBEAT FESTIVAL

While attending the ARTBEAT FESTIVAL in Somerville Ma., I came across two artisans work I could not ignore. The first Rebecca Swiller Munn a potter of (Clay-ol-o-gy) at the MUD FLAT GALLERY. Beautifully handcrafted her work displayed a lovely collection of blue/green and brown pottery. They all reminded me of the ocean.
Ron Perssolano, a wood turner from Brimmfield Ma. made these amazing hollowed, pierced & incised vessels and more.... Smooth to the touch and visually tactile. The variety of wood finishes and materials make his work interesting and pure. A HOME IS MORE INTERESTING WITH A FEW JEWELS MADE BY THE HAND.