New Age Interiors creates a stunning space on the Gold Coast of Long Island packed with color, character and high design for a family entering their next chapter of life.
The house had beautiful bones to work with.
THE PROJECT
New Age Interiors was brought in to transform a traditional Long Island home into a modern, sophisticated space for a family and their three dogs. The clients had just moved out of their former home of 20 years and wanted their new abode to reflect this new phase in their life. “[The new home had] the potential to be everything they wanted, but the finishes were more traditional, and they wanted a fresher, more modern aesthetic,” says designer Melissa Fenigstein of New Age Interiors.
The original entrance to the lower level is a bookcase that acts as a secret entrance.
New Age Interiors weaved in natural motifs like butterflies and lemons.
In the living room, Baker Furniture’s Agate cocktail table
Custom cabinetry by Ultimate Styles of America pair with luxe Thermador appliances in the kitchen.
THE DESIGN
The design inspiration for this four-bedroom, four-full-bathroom, plus two half baths, home stemmed from its architecture and the relationship to the property. “We used design details with florals, butterflies and other nature elements to complement our foundational colors of black and white, metallic silver and gold, and pops of vibrant blue, purple and pink,” the client shares. “If you look carefully, you can see small butterfly and floral accents in almost every room of the house.”
Shakuff’s Mod chandelier
A full bar in the basement features an industrial-chic style and offers a personalized space to entertain family and friends.
A dreamy pink closet inspired by the clients’ love of color.
THE PROCESS
In the beginning, only a few of the bathrooms were due for for a refresh. But, Fenigstein says, “As the process evolved, the clients realized the benefits of fresh, new baths, so they decided to redo all of them.” As for another pivot, the client shares, “We thought we hated wallpaper... We had no idea that the modern wallcoverings used such great materials and were basically art in some cases. Through the design process we ended up choosing to use wallcoverings in virtually every room. It was a great way to provide each room with a distinct vibe and to provide specific points of drama.”
Patio furniture was sourced from MAMAGREEN, Southern Home, Century Furniture and Lane Venture.
The opulent bathroom is illuminated by the Crystorama Calypso chandelier sourced from Ferguson.
THE OUTCOME
“We focused on designing the home with a unified theme while providing the various spaces with distinct purposes that are reflected in the design,” the client shares. From the basement staircase designed with gra ti by a local artist to the “Lemon Room,” dubbed that for its cozy yellow aesthetic, each area has a distinct feel yet flows cohesively from one to the next. The final product is a glowing example of New Age’s guiding philosophy: excellent design transcends mere taste, emphasizing a deep understanding of clients and their lifestyles to achieve remarkable results. Sums up Fenigstein, “The results are fabulous.”
“The back of the house turns to the outside and creates a space that functionally services the pool and outdoor entertaining spaces during the spring and summer. During the cold weather, the same space turns into a cozy sitting and reading room that is isolated from the commotion of the rest of the house,” says the client.
DESIGN DETAILS
TYPE
Single-family home
LOCATION
Gold Coast, Long Island
INTERIOR DESIGN
New Age Interiors
GENERAL CONTRACTING
Arjam Contracting
RESOURCES
BENJAMIN MOORE
Paint throughout
HOLLY HUNT
Wallpaper throughout
MAMAGREEN
Patio furniture
PEYKAR DESIGNER RUGS & CARPETS
Rugs and carpets throughout
PORTICO TILE & BATH FIXTURES
Flooring throughout
ULTIMATE STYLES OF AMERICA
Custom cabinetry
VISUAL COMFORT & CO.
Lighting throughout
Photography by: Photography by Ric Marder Imagery
