Elegant Kentucky Charm by Matthew Carter Interiors
Recently I was introduced to designer Matthew Carter‘s work via Pinterest, and my heart skipped a beat. Intrigued to learn more, I visited Matthew’s website and fell head over heels for his traditional, southern style.
Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Matthew is known for breathing new life into antiques and heirlooms, and for designing houses and spaces that respect history but feel fresh and relevant for today. In 2005, he was named among House Beautiful’s “America’s Top Young Designers.” More recently, his work has appeared in books such as Fortuny Interiors by Brian Coleman, Linens: For Every Room and Occasion by Jane Scott Hodges, Kentucky: Historic Houses and Horse Farms of Bluegrass Country by Pieter Estersohn, and publications such as Keeneland Magazine, C Magazine, and House Beautiful.
Let’s take a tour of a beautiful home he designed in Ashland Park, a historic early 20th century neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky.
Isn’t this home divine? And it is complete with so many of my favorite things… hand painted Chinoiserie wallpaper, chintz, antiques, pinks, greens, and blue and white. It is elegant and traditional, yet warm, cozy, and inviting. This beautiful, classically designed home will stand the test of time.
To learn more about Matthew Carter, please visit his website and follow him on Instagram. While based in Kentucky, his work can be found in Napa Valley, Vail, Washington D.C., Palm Beach, and Lyford Cay, Bahamas.
Traditional Elegance in Palm Beach
The September issue of Luxe Palm Beach features the exquisite home of New Jersey-based interior designer Suzy Moran on the cover. Although it is new construction, Suzy worked diligently with the architects and builder to create a home that would blend seamlessly with the surrounding “old Palm Beach” homes in the neighborhood. Honoring aspects of British Colonial and Regency architecture, the 7,000 square foot home looks as though it has been among the old estates for years. It also provides the perfect backdrop to antiques, collectibles, art, and family treasures.
“The interior is meant to be comfortable, elegantly sophisticated, not trendy and, most importantly, a home where family and friends can truly relax…” said Suzy.
Let’s take a tour! Photography provided by Brantley Photography.
Paneling by Woolems with trim by Child Brothers channels Regency-style architecture. The loveseats are upholstered in Brunschwig & Fils fabric. The brass cocktail table is vintage Maison Jansen. The sisal rug is Stark.
A Vaughan chandelier lights the entry, and the walls are hand-painted by Maria Gugliuzza in a leafy design. The doors were custom-fabricated by Child Brothers.
The living room sofa is upholstered in Scalamandré and is flanked by chairs in Brunschwig & Fils… the pattern matches the fabric of the nearby love seats. Green garden seats from Mecox, a black lacquered Chinoiserie coffee, and an antique French landscape painting complete the elegant look.
The accent pillows on the Scalamandré sofa were custom made using Braquenié fabrics.
Corian countertops provide durability in the classic white kitchen.
Built-in benches serve as storage and feature cushions in a Brunschwig & Fils fabric. The custom-painted green lanterns are by Coleen & Company.
Woodwork by Artistry Masters of Woodcraft and trim by Child Brothers. The curtains, shades, and chairs feature Old World Weavers fabric.
A Brunschwig & Fils chintz graces the master bedroom.
Whitecraft by Woodard chaises covered in Sunbrella surround the pool.
I simply could not love this house more! It is such a timeless classic, designed to last a lifetime. Click here to read more in Luxe.
Interior design: Suzy Moran, Greenfield Grange, Inc.
Architecture: Mark Finlay and Jay Valade, Mark P. Finlay Architects, AIA.
Home Builder: Jim Woolems, Woolems Inc.
Landscape Architecture: John E. Lang, Lang Design Group
Photography: Brantley Photography (follow on Instagram)
