Thursday, January 19, 2012

DESIGN ON THE UPPER EAST SIDE

Ashley Stark, descendant of the home furnishings giant, Stark, found her way home and bought an apartment in the Rosario Candela building.  Stark lived in the Rosario Candela building as a child, and wanted to be in a place built prewar.  Before the designing began, Stark called on Philip Gorrivan to complete a minimal amount of renovation and a slight revision of the layout.

Throughout her childhood, Stark spent days in auctions, flea markets, and antique stores but when it came time to design the interior of her own home, she sought the help of a couple of designers to help her with the task of putting the antiques that she had inherited, the art collection, and her new purchases together. Interior designers James Aman and John Meeks helped Stark create a home that she could be comfortable in while staying true to the family empire.  ENJOY!







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12 comments:

  1. helen tilstonJanuary 19, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    Good Morning Teresa

    The dining room is spectacular. It has wow factor.
    Thank you for sharing this unique post
    Helenxx

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  2. Barbara Jordan DettweilerJanuary 19, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    Certainly a fashionable abode and everything I think of in terms of a stylish Manhattan apartment! I love the couch in the living room with all of the pillows and throw...

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  3. Haus and HomeJanuary 19, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    I love how the one light looks like a sea urchin! Pretty cool.

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    what a lovely dining room...and stunning antiques...love the subdued colors with the occasional pop of high chroma...
    best,
    maureen

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  5. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    I'm a fan of Stark carpets...having a number in my home. And, love seeing Ashley taking her natural talent to the next level. A beautiful space. So happy you shared it!

    xoxo Elizabeth

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  6. Angela DukeJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    Love the UES!

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  7. Renée FinbergJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    this place is full of fun.
    i dig it!

    xx

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  8. I Dream OfJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Oh, I could move right in! Love all the visual interest and texture. You cold look at those pictures for days and still see something new! XO

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  9. Mona Thompson Providence Ltd.January 19, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    So fabulous...I'm in love with that dining table. Thanks for your kind words for the loss of my Cappi. I'm trying really hard to get back to work. I appreciate your friendship. XO, Mona

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  10. christyJanuary 19, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Love the family room, (the blue room) and the dining room except for the urchin looking light fixture, feel it detracts a little from the beauty of the room but overall a nice apt.

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  11. My Notting HillJanuary 19, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Love those tiger striped ottomans. I do find the hand chairs a bit scary - though maybe they're comfortable.

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  12. LeslieJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    Teresa,

    New follower! Love the antiques, colors, and different textures.

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