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Four Designers Share Recent Projects
Crosby Jenkins Associates
This room is a favorite of mine for many reasons. It started out as a challenge; architecturally, we had windows with varying head heights, a very red brick fireplace wall, and its doubly high ceiling didn’t make it feel cozy. We addressed the windows by adding shades and drapery at the same height, which camouflaged the differences. We designed a new marble fireplace surround and covered the bricks with wood paneling. The mirror is 300 pounds and custom-made locally by David Wiesand.
Filling the room with cozy furniture centered around the new fireplace brought a sense of intimacy to the space. We created several areas for conversation or quiet reading. One corner has a view and a desk suitable for working from home. The other corner has a comfy daybed large enough to nap in or watch the snow fall, depending on the season.
This busy young family now has a place to hang out, play games, read, or entertain their friends in this homey living room where they can all be comfortable. Sometimes the most challenging of rooms becomes a favorite because those challenges typically make you get creative in how you design the room, and the end result becomes something that feels like it was always meant to be.
Crosby Jenkins Associates, jenkinsbaer.com
Contractor – Porter Buckley
Bespoke Walnut Coffee Tables – Bricker & Beam
Photography – Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Drysdale Design Associates
In my initial walk-through of the house, there were no “take your breath away” moments, but I saw great possibilities. I believe it’s the mix of art, architecture, and decoration that makes a house really memorable.
I wanted to keep the bedroom uncluttered and soft in feel so the eye would be drawn to the enchanting views of the forest. To this end, I chose over-scaled works of art by the talented photographer Anna Beeke that worked well with this beautifully dimensioned bedroom. A narrow ledge just below her photographs displays the homeowners’ collection of ceramic art and a few books to read.
Some subtle scale contrasts struck my eye. The first thing one sees is the tall windows on each side of the bed. The side tables may be smaller and narrower than one might expect, but after choosing a king-sized bed, I wanted them to align with the elegant windows. Each of these acute-angled tables pulls the eye in and provides interest.
Bathing the room in soft warm whites with black as a contrast color, the palette does not detract from the views of the forest. The designer, the dog, and the clients are all happy. We feel like this room expresses peace, comfort, and romance—so very far away from the SCIF just one floor below.
Drysdale Design Associates, marydouglasdrysdaleinteriordesign.com
Photography – John Cole
Simply Wesley Interior Design
Designed as a sitting room for chatting with friends or a quiet place to read, the warmth and texture of this wallpaper called “Seaman’s Journal” by Mind the Gap certainly sets this room apart! It pulls you in and sparks curiosity. Four cozy leather chairs with accent pillows in blue and red fabrics and trims by Kravet and Schumacher create a friendly, relaxed furniture grouping. The Vanguard ottoman with built-in blue tray allows for both “feet up” lounging and a place for food and drink. Lastly, the fabulous blue splatter table lamps add some additional whimsy!
Simply Wesley Interior Design, simplywesley.com
Wallpaper Installer – Decorating Services, William Armiger
Photo Stylist – Amy Richardson
Photography – Steve Buchanan
This “Contemporary Industrial Oasis” bathroom is where the beauty of industrial design meets the lush vibrancy of nature. The design offers a serene escape, combining the elegance of industrial materials with the warmth of natural elements. The harmony of iron oxide, wood grain floors, and vibrant plant life creates a balanced environment that is invigorating and relaxing.
Walnut floating vanities with sleek lines provide ample storage and enhance the room’s warm tones. Each vanity is topped with a sophisticated X-tone porcelain surface and hand-carved black granite vessel sinks, adding an artisanal elegance.
The live plant wall with drip irrigation serves as a vibrant, living backdrop, infusing the space with natural beauty and purifying the air with plant life.
Annapolis Kitchen & Bath, annapoliskitchenandbath.com
Designer – Robert Burleson
Design Assistant – Morgan O’Liddy
Construction – DLC Inc., Duane Dwyer
Cabinetry – Showplace EVO Cabinetry
Stone & Tile – In Home Stone & Tile
Lumber – 84 Lumber
Living Wall – Florafelt Living Wall Systems
Plants – Homestead Gardens
Photography – Cameron Elysia
© Annapolis Home Magazine
Vol. 15, No. 5 2024