The clients had envisioned an H-shaped layout for the home, which would serve to create wings for personal retreats and guest accommodations. Such a layout would also allow the house to be environmentally responsive, with the option to shut down a wing when not in use. Inspired by their desire to showcase their Hudson River School art collection, Chenin conceptualised an architectural approach that would frame distinct spaces within the home.

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“That was the impetus of how we started laying out the house: as a collection of portals, with each transporting one into a different container, or room, with a distinct function,” explains Chenin. “We code-named the project ‘Palladio’ after Italian architect Andrea Palladio, who was famous for his 16th-century villas that utilised cruciform circulation with a strong emphasis on symmetry, proportion, and balance.”

This spatial organisation followed the concept of “discovery of the nuance”, breaking down the scale into liveable environments that blended classical and modern references into a unique aesthetic vocabulary.

The house features a central corridor adorned with wallcoverings, upholstered fabric walls and a white millwork ceiling. It leads to four main rooms, each with a specific concept: a music room, a formal living room, a dining room with a portal to the kitchen, and an upper-floor entertainment lounge, which is accessible via a framed stairway.

The corridors provide visual connections with the exterior while the rooms offer a variety of atmospheres, from a communal space with a double-sided fireplace to a media room with acoustically wrapped walls.

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The furniture selection pairs low-slung, resort-style pieces with contemporary picks from brands such as Poltrona Frau and Knoll, aligning with the vision for each space. “This project granted us creative control over the entire property, including the external environments, the architecture, and the interiors,” Chenin says. “That included sourcing custom-designed furniture pieces, lighting fixtures, and artworks that were not part of the client’s existing collection. This allowed us to deliver a level of cohesion and singularity of vision for the entire estate.”

Every room was meticulously designed to be fully illuminated by natural light, supplemented by layered decorative fixtures, including stately Lobmeyr chandeliers. The material choices, such as steel window framing and hand-forged creations, bring subtle textures and a human touch to the abode.

The home’s personal spaces include five guest bedrooms, each of which offers resort-quality amenities and direct access to secluded garden seating areas. The private wing, accessed through a study, features a primary suite with his-and-her bathrooms, closets, and a sitting area.

“We approached the design of the rooms from an anticipatory standpoint, thinking ahead to what the clients’ family and guests might need,” says Chenin. “There are plenty of thoughtful details, including internal and external sightline considerations.”

“Our projects are about creating unique responses to the needs and desires of our clients, and Palladio is no exception,” concludes Chenin. “Above all, the journey begins with building relationships with clients who entrust us with their most intimate spaces, with the knowledge that we will translate their vision into a bespoke, artistic expression.”

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