Conceived as an heirloom from the very beginning, The Curious Heirloom is an exercise in the art of imagined antiquity. Within this expansive new residence, sumptuous silks, hand-painted wallpapers, and intricate architectural detailing borrow the language of centuries past, while unexpected color and contemporary flourishes lend an unmistakably modern sensibility. The result is a house gloriously full of time, despite having scarcely lived a day.

Completed during my tenure at Summer Thornton Design, I joined the project in its final stages, playing a hands-on role in the installation of the 6,000-square-foot residence. Working on-site throughout an intensive week of installation, I coordinated deliveries, resolved field conditions, and made independent design decisions under demanding deadlines, helping transform a warehouse of furnishings into a fully realized home.