Design Project Recap: An Adirondack Escape - Part II

If you missed the first blog post on this project, click here.

The design inspiration for a project typically starts percolating as I’m first talking to the clients, so even though the first blog post was all about the space planning the colors, textures and overall vibe that gets put into the renderings after doesn’t necessarily start after. As I mentioned in that first post, this home was a ski lodge for the family, however they didn’t want the design pigeon-holed into that traditional ski lodge aesthetic. They were a bit more modern, bold and fashion-forward. They wanted something that felt warm and cozy during the winter months but would feel fresh and energetic the rest of the year, too.

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I was gravitating towards a blue scheme early on, because the right shade can truly accomplish all of those things. I’ve used Benjamin Moore’s Phillipsburg Blue in the past, and felt it would be a great fit here. Then, the image that ended up being the true jumping off point for the design inspiration overall was the Moncler ballgown puffer coat designed by Pierpaolo Piccioli.

The white and red accents on the coat would compliment the blue perfectly. The stone that we reclad the fireplace in featured all of those colors, as did the rug and artwork on the back wall. Then, we color blocked with solid red and white elements throughout the space to keep it feeling modern against color-drenched walls in the blue.

I also loved the horizontal channelling of the stitching on the coat as well as the horizontal stripes. It felt like a nod to the retro ‘70s ski apparel and would be fun to play with in the upholstery. The sofa particularly has those elements, along with the two red pouf ottomans. The white fur armchair adds texture, but also maintains the modern lines. We did add bits of antiquity throughout, but again, all lines are relatively clean and the time periods referenced are within the 1950s-70s.

The result is a room that feels cohesive, family friendly and ready for entertaining - no matter the time of year. There is a crispness to it that a typical ski lodge scheme lacks and that was what our clients were looking for.