By Kelley Frost, Principal and Owner Frosted Home
Photography by Alexander Goeke
When you’re fortunate enough to have a client who shares your vision, the design process begins with a head start. Light and airy, sophisticated and comfortable were descriptors favored by these homeowners, who lead an active life with two young boys. Their French Provincial home, built by Mattern and Fitzgerald, could be situated in rural Provence as easily as its setting in the neatly landscaped suburbs.
Creating a layered look was important to help make the home feel like it had been in the family for generations instead of a new build. The mix of antiques with modern pieces adds interest, and the soft palette of blues and creams makes the large home feel warm and inviting. Architectural details from the project’s lead architect, Joseph Valdez, provide a belle epoque design style in the entry with detailed molding and flowing wrought-iron balustrade juxtaposed against the black and white marble floors.
The great room strives for sophistication and comfort as a hub for entertaining family and friends. Main upholstery pieces came from designer Suzanne Kasler’s collection for Hickory Chair utilizing performance fabrics for kids and a family dog. The client’s love of acrylic plays into the space with multiple tables, but the pièce de resistance comes from antiques flanking the stone fireplace – an Italian console from the 1800s and the French trumeau mirror circa 1780.
Connecting kitchen and living areas is key with two islands dominating the space for meal prep and casual dining. Counter stools in leather-like fabric are both practical and stylish with elegant brass accents. The client requested accent pieces to ensure an unobstructed view but didn’t want to cut corners on drama. Accessories complement one another marrying modern design and patina with each piece selected for its own purpose.
The primary bedroom provides a refuge with natural light from French doors to the outside terrace. Deeper color tones in the bedding add warmth to the space with the client’s antique chairs, and fluted bedside tables are on trend featuring case goods with custom carved woodwork. Crystal lamps give off warm light echoing the clean look of the space from the living area emphasizing cohesiveness in design.
The client green lighted a men’s study in rich, jewel tones with masculine touches. The vintage oil painting by the window was a big find from a luxury estate sale, and a photo of the client’s favorite mascot adorns the fireplace. The homeowners share a love for the Hotel Jerome in Aspen that worked as inspiration. Designer and client were in sync and carried out the vision through the block cowhide rug and double-level glass table with architectural details designed for Hickory Chair by Ray Booth.
The soul of the home reflects the positive energy this family exudes. A child’s note on an easel, the wedding picture beside the bed, and a family heirloom on a shelf add to the timelessness of the style reinforcing the client’s goal to create a personal space that feels current, yet classic.
Frosted Home
5800 Broadway, Suite 101
San Antonio, TX 78209
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