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The Future of Classics: 2018 KIPS Bay Decorator Show House

Published: May 1, 2018 | Updated: May 8, 2018

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The 2018 Kips Bay Show House

Upon entering the 2018 Kips Bay Decorator Show House, you’ll be transported from the bustling streets of New York City to what feels like another time and place. A perfectly curated group of interior designers has transformed this six-story walk-up into an exhibition of unique style and elegance, all in the name of fundraising for the Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club.

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The upstairs wet bar at Kips Bay is perfect for entertaining friends and creates an ambience perfect for any social gathering.

One common thread woven throughout the distinct style of each room is how the old world meets, blends and reinvents the new. Inspiration from the past informs nearly every space, and each designer takes the past and makes it their own. From a modern oasis to royal ambience and shimmering glamour, discover the transformative power of design by diving deeper into the trends spotted at this innovative event.


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Modern Sanctuary Master Bath

Ceric Freestanding bath The warm simplicity of the freestanding bath coupled with live greenery leaves you feeling refreshed and renewed. Purist Sink Faucet The Purist® Sink Faucet in Vibrant® Rose Gold adds a pop of intrigue to the minimalist style of the single, straight lever handle. 10” Contemporary Round Rainhead Shift Ellipse Handshower Purist Valve Trim Vibrant® Rose Gold finishes and a soothing rainhead ensure your shower will always be relaxing. Veil Trough Sink Purist Sink Faucet The asymmetric curves of the Veil sink pair perfectly with the organic nature of the decor. Veil® intelligent toilet The Veil® intelligent toilet elevates your routine while looking sleek, modern and restrained. 1 more

Creating a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of New York City is no easy feat, but designer Marcia Tucker has found success in this stunning master bathroom. An installation of a live wall of greenery above the Ceric® freestanding bath makes it easy to feel like you’ve traded the urban jungle for the natural world: its fragrance immerses your senses into the relaxing atmosphere of the space. The Veil® trough sink allows organic curves and soft shapes to calm your mind while the Veil intelligent toilet brings unobtrusive technology to your routine. The expert use of delicate Vibrant® Rose Gold finishes and wood accents ensures every detail allows you to focus on your well-being.

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Sleeping Beauty Bathroom

The walls and ceiling outside of the bathroom continue the blue and white color story, and the splash of a gold chandelier completes the aesthetic of this royal space. Pinstripe Sink Faucet Caxton Under-Mount Sink The Pinstripe sink faucet in a Vibrant® Polished Nickel finish makes sure the bathroom feels as neat and refined as the bedroom beside it. Pinstripe Showerhead Forté Handshower The Pinstripe showerhead pairs perfectly with the grace and style of the fabric curtain adorning the shower. Kathryn Toilet Pinstripe Sink Faucet The carefully placed fabric, with its dignified pattern and stately colors, adds luxury and brightness to the space.

Designer Mark Sikes creates a cohesive royal story with a bedroom and bathroom that bring contemporary elements to classic designs. His new Schumacher fabric collection in delicate blue paisley prints adorns the vanity and shower and brings a delightful surprise to the space. A splash of timeless elegance from the Pinstripe faucet and showerhead, both in Vibrant® Polished Nickel finish, and the Kathryn toilet all nod to the past while staying refined and modern. The overall effect of the space is a design with lasting allure that is sure to stand the test of time.

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Jewel Box Bathroom

Purist Valve Trim   A marble pattern in the shower adds elegance and complements the finishes of the shower accessories. Textured crocodile-print wallpaper ensures the atmosphere is opulent yet subtle. Purist Sink Faucet Caxton Rectangle Sink The ochre, gold and black tones create a bathroom that’s as moody as it is elegant. Purist Sink Faucet Caxton Rectangle Sink The height of the Purist® bathroom faucet and sleek curves adds artistry to this contemporary space. Rêve Toilet Purist Sink Faucet Caxton Rectangle Sink A custom statement vanity in black and gold highlights how bold design can have a large impact even in smaller bathroom spaces.

Designed to match the jewel-box bar and contemporary salon, the exquisite master sitting room bathroom from duo Jamie Drake and Caleb Anderson is a decidedly modern take on classic elegance. Knowing precisely how to layer elements allows Drake and Anderson to pair a stunning geometric gold and black vanity with the unique square shape of the Rêve® toilet. By using a Purist faucet and showerhead, the design finds cohesion even within bold statement pieces. The crocodile wallpaper begs for a second look and brings together the moody glamour of a space meant to spark a dialogue between classicism and modernism.

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Playful Powder Room

Caxton Undermount Sink Pinstripe Sink Faucet Black fixtures create intrigue and feel luxurious in the context of the powder room. The walls are covered in de Gourney’s new bas relief “labrado” wallpaper and are hand-painted to mimic the craftsmanship of Morroccan leather. Caxton Undermount Sink Pinstripe Sink Faucet From color palette to décor, every element of the space adds another delightful surprise to the design. Memoirs Stately Toilet Fine art with tongue-in-cheek subjects make for a lighthearted atmosphere. Caxton Undermount Sink Pinstripe Sink Faucet The classic KOHLER pinstripe faucet in the new brushed brass finish pairs perfectly with the darker color palette of the space.

Designer Scott Sanders set out to create a room tailored enough to be taken seriously but playful enough for a stolen moment away from a party. He leads with a masculine aesthetic by mixing black fixtures with the brushed brass finish of the pinstripe faucet, but the elegance of the materials and surprising pairings lightens the tone. Classic works of fine art and splashes of metallic décor accent the powder room with a wink that lets guests know they can relax and enjoy the moment.

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