RESIDENTIAL
VICTORIAN
SALON + SPEAKEASY LOUNGE
At the heart of the home lies a sultry reinvention of Victorian formality—reimagined with unapologetic wit and tactile indulgence. High-gloss olive paneling envelops the parlor and stairwell, casting a lacquered glow that shifts with the light, while leopard-patterned stair runners and heritage-inspired stained glass windows nod to the home’s romantic past.
An original brick chimney—thoughtfully preserved—anchors the living space with a hand-forged iron fireplace surround, its masculine weight balancing the ornate gallery wall and softly curved camel-toned mohair sofa. Above, antique brass sconces highlight the curated vignettes lining the millwork bookshelves—eclectic objects, heirloom books, and sculptural finds each placed with intention.
Through a series of arched thresholds, the narrative unfolds into a dramatic powder room swathed in reflective green lacquer, where an illuminated quartzite vanity floats beneath a distressed mirror—its imperfection adding to the intrigue. Just beyond, a bespoke cocktail lounge awaits: wrapped in a moody floral mural and grounded by an oversized bar clad in jet-black millwork and veined marble. Backlit onyx panels frame the backbar in theatrical warmth, transforming the space from day to night with cinematic ease.
Pocket doors with restored antique hardware provide both separation and secrecy, while an unexpected intimacy emerges in the banquette room—where tufted moss velvet wraps a custom corner lounge. A cast bronze table, zebra hide rug, and jewel-toned drapery evoke the eccentric sensuality of a members-only salon—more whispered conversation than casual gathering.
This portion of the home becomes a study in contrasts: masculine and feminine, light and shadow, tradition and seduction. Every detail, from the curving baseboard transitions to the concealed closet panels, speaks to a reverence for craftsmanship and a reverie for storytelling.