The House was built by Frank Rossi, in 2008 located in Niskayuna. It was Simply Beautiful a Modern Classic was the theme for last years Vanguard Showhouse. All proceeds benefit the Albany Symphony Orchestra. The home, built in 2008 by Frank Rossi, was furnished and decorated by a score or more of the Capital Region’s best artisans. The home’s 4,200 square gave them plenty of space to work in and numerous built-in amenities to work with. There were five bedrooms (our Nursery is one) including a master suite, five full and two half baths, a gourmet eat-in kitchen, a formal dining room and a cherry wood library. The finished basement contains a kitchen, one of the baths and one of the bedrooms, a family room and a study area. The home sits on half an acre in one of the most desired settings near the center of Niskayuna.
Last year I had the pleasure of working with Pamela Quick, of NY Fine Finishing.
Pam and I looked at the space and thought about doing a child’s room. This was the start of many adventures with this space, many late nights looking for furnishings, lots of fast food, dinners together and brainstorming on how to carry out the design that Pam had in her head. We were able to use beautiful Robert Allen Fabrics (thanks to Jolie Cross Cohen), also Sherwin Williams (who employed me part-time as a consultant ) was kind enough to Donate paint for the whole project. This project and a few others were Highlights of my adventures. Here are some links to articles that popped up about Showhouse 2010 in the Capital District, Times Union, Sneak a Peek, The Examiner
Well posting pictures is so much fun!! Just to reminisce through completed projects, the WOW!! at the end of an adventure when the picture in your head becomes a reality and the feeling of accomplishment. I have had so much fun reminiscing, so enjoy!! I know I have, !!
Furnishings, Hand Painted Ceiling medallion and faux finishes made this space spectacular!!
This gorgeous dresser, was lent to us from Saratoga Signature, The piece of art in this space is a self-portrait of Pam Quick with her newborn daughter. Medallion on the ceiling, by yours truly, Michele Conti!
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The on suite bath was an added jewel in this space! What a fabulous Nursery, our room was called Rapunzel’s Tower, the canopy around the beautiful silk bedding (fabrics by from Robert Allen) formed the tower. The faux on the ceiling and walls by Pam Quick.
Last but not least the picture of Rapunzel’s tower was hand painted on the Doll clothing chest which was in our Fantasy Garden Located in the walk in closet just off the bath.
Stay tuned for more Adventures…….
XOXO
M
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One of my favorite designers, Miles Redd was raised in Atlanta, moved to NYC to study film, but was more interested in design. He worked with another of my favorites Bunny Williams, this month he is featured in Veranda Magazine, This house in Hudson NY, near to Albany NY where I’m located. I would love to see this home!!! Veranda looks at the Master bath, this is the dining area, in the home.
Courtesy of Elle Decor!!
This man is a color genius!! This home opulence at its finest. Just inspire me!!!!! Loving this profession, nothing like these talented people to help give you vision and clarity about how to create beauty. One more for the road, de Gourney custom wallpaper, fabulous………..
As always stay tuned……….
Adventures In Styleland! 