SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

The well-rounded ingenuity of the legendary scientist, physician and artist, inspired Gianvittorio Plazzogna to pay his tribute by naming a highly innovative and spectacularly styled office desk after him. DaVinci Office Desk is truly one of a kind with layered, multi-dimensional surface and compactly convenient disposition. Manufactured in Italy by Cattelan Italia, DaVinci Designer Office Desk is finished in luxurious Canaletto walnut wood finish and sleek dark grey matte lacquered wood. With two convenient drawers for simple storage, DaVinci Italian Office Desk was meant to accompany the context of the most dazzling modern interiors.

SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

An academic couple, a renown materials scientist and a respected artist, wanted an outdoor space for entertainment and contemplation in their elegantly designed garden. We determined during the initial meeting that the design goal was “…to give them a reason to use the garden.” After several iterations, we developed the new space as an extension of the existing deck, creating a framed, optimal view of the garden and landscape that was previously de-emphasized. The pavilion can serve both as a stand-alone insect-protected space for a small group, or a covered deck expansion for larger gatherings. The repetition of patterns is a theme throughout the space. The corrugated white metal exterior is conceived as a textural complement to the pale horizontal face brick of the adjacent ranch house. The decking planks become the floor of the pavilion. Wall and ceiling panels align with lights and fixtures. Temporal patterns result from rainwater channelled across the correlated roof surface, as well as scalloped shadows cast onto the deck and wall surfaces. The “light chimney” to the North reflects the house fireplace chimney to the South, and draws south light into the pavilion serving area. All of the pavilion's openings are carefully arranged to frame the existing plant compositions. Since completion, the clients have entertained extensively in the pavilion. It has also become a favorite place for morning coffee, writing, and contemplation, thus fulfilling the initial goal of the project.

SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

SHE, yes she, is a Scientist. Her Goal in Life- to help Find a cure for Cancer. She moved from the Bio-tech Epicenter of Boston to create a New one in New York. She also Loves Art and Architecture. She found a former Coconut Processing Plant that had been turned into a Leed Certified Contemporary Loft. Enter HOM. to Create her new HOM. She is busy. So it must be Fast, Efficient and Flawless. The Foyer Starts with a Coat of a "slightly" darker Shade of the Same Cool Blue used in the Main Great Room. The Art is the Color. Everything else "spins" from it- Accessories to Pillows to Side Chairs. A Long "communal" table is used for both Large Dining / Gathering....and also for large work projects. Jeweled Lighting adds just a "hint” of glamour while keeping everything else...Clean and Spare. An Antique Mid-Century Cabinet adds a warm counterpoint to the mostly Italian designer furniture.. The Bedroom/ Bath en-suite changes the Mood. It becomes a soft soothing sybaritic chamber in cool calm colors that bathe the body to sleep. The Drapes from her Boston home were recut, resewn and rehung. Fresh, relaxing Art, and the Chamber is a place to cocoon from the world of Science. But no matter how long she works and how determined she is all day... At the end she has her HOM.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Children’s waiting room interior design project at Princeton University. I was beyond thrilled when contacted by a team of scientists ( psychologists and neurologists ) at Princeton University. This group of professors and graduate students from the Turk-Brown Laboratory are conducting research on the infant’s brain by using functional magnetic resonance imaging (or fMRI), to see how they learn, remember and think. My job was to turn a tiny 7’x10′ windowless study room into an inviting but not too “clinical” waiting room for the mothers or fathers and siblings of the babies being studied. We needed to ensure a comfortable place for parents to rock and feed their babies while waiting their turn to go back to the laboratory, as well as a place to change the babies if needed. We wanted to stock some shelves with good books and while the room looks complete, we’re still sourcing something interactive to mount to the wall to help entertain toddlers who want something more active than reading or building blocks. Since there are no windows, I wanted to bring the outdoors inside. Princeton University‘s colors are orange, gray and black and the history behind those colors is very interesting. It seems there are a lot of squirrels on campus and these colors were selected for the three colors of squirrels often seem scampering around the university grounds. The orange squirrels are now extinct, but the gray and black squirrels are abundant, as I found when touring the campus with my son on installation day. Therefore we wanted to reflect this history in the room and decided to paint silhouettes of squirrels in these three colors throughout the room. While the ceilings are 10′ high in this tiny room, they’re very drab and boring. Given that it’s a drop ceiling, we can’t paint it a fun color as I typically do in my nurseries and kids’ rooms. To distract from the ugly ceiling, I contacted My Custom Creation through their Etsy shop and commissioned them to create a custom butterfly mobile to suspend from the ceiling to create a swath of butterflies moving across the room. Their customer service was impeccable and the end product was exactly what we wanted! The flooring in the space was simply coated concrete so I decided to use Flor carpet tiles to give it warmth and a grass-like appeal. These tiles are super easy to install and can easily be removed without any residual on the floor. I’ll be using them more often for sure! See more photos of our commercial interior design job below and contact us if you need a unique space designed for children. We don’t just design nurseries and bedrooms! We’re game for anything!

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Living room - traditional formal dark wood floor living room idea in Phoenix with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a media wall

This nursery was designed for my client in Santa Monica who wanted something expressly modern and unique. She fell in love with a gorgeous acrylic crib, and we pulled the rest of the design from that. All of the furniture is sleek and modern, and the room is light and bright. We added pops of bright blue and lime green and added a masculine touch with some charcoal grey. Design by Little Crown Interiors, Photo by Full Spectrum Photography.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.

Time had stood still at this 1970s ranch in Armonk when the owners invited us to collaborate with them to transform it into a modern, light-filled home for their young family. The budget was lean, so economy was a primary consideration for every design decision. The challenge was to identify the modest home’s virtues – vaulted ceilings and a lovely backyard – and accentuate them by strategically optimizing available funds. We were tasked with rectifying a dysfunctional interior stair, connecting to the outdoors with new large windows, and updating the exterior. We focused our attention on a finite set of architectural moves which would have the biggest impact and improve our clients’ daily experience of the home. Detailing was kept simple, using common grade materials and standard components. All exterior walls were revamped with new windows and siding. Although these materials were not particularly costly, thoughtful layout of boards, battens, and openings produced a cohesive, rigorous composition at each facade. Since the budget would not cover the homeowners’ complete wish list, some items were bracketed for subsequent phases. The challenge was to establish a framework that would allow future work – including a new roof and kitchen renovation – to proceed smoothly. The homeowners, both scientists, were enthusiastic collaborators, contributing their outstanding design sensibilities to selection of fixtures and finishes. Construction ended just in time for the arrival of their baby – and with that, the transformation of their family home was complete.