Designer Suzanne Rheinstein might love a sure formality however her rooms are something however stiff. Exuding a relaxed class, they’re a timeless tackle consolation and luxurious infused with character and a recent and understated aptitude. And nowhere is her much-admired type extra evident than in Suzanne’s personal Los Angeles house. Right here a simple mixture of antiques, artwork and ornamental objects resonate inside delicate palettes and an incredible consideration to element, proportions and texture. Please be a part of Susanna and me for a go to with Suzanne at her stunning Hancock Park house.
Suzanne’s childhood roots in New Orleans established her lifelong love of historical past, homes, gardens and gracious residing. And whereas her house radiates a refined sophistication, it has hosted a long time of exuberant entertaining and now three generations of household life, which Suzanne relays with an enthusiastic twinkle in her eye.
With a deep love of structure, interiors and gardens, Suzanne’s travels and research have knowledgeable her designs with authenticity and appropriateness (in my thoughts, a a lot undervalued high quality in interiors right this moment). In her entry corridor, for instance, the grosgrain trim across the architectural components, impressed by the gold fillet element in many English nation homes, feels recent and but applicable for her Georgian revival house.
Suzanne’s nice love of gardens and flowers could be seen not solely in her lush again yard
however all through the home, the place she brings the outside in, placing to nice use her assortment of antiques and ornamental equipment. Suzanne’s much-missed Los Angeles store Hollyhock, was a beloved design vacation spot for essentially the most stunning collection of high quality house furnishings, artwork and antiques.
Her ardour for gardens additionally extends into her cloth collections for Lee Jofa – some picks from her latest third assortment, beneath. Referencing archival block printed linens and vintage textiles, they’re an up to date (and extra reasonably priced) model for right this moment, good for each conventional and extra up to date settings.
And for these of you who simply can’t get sufficient of Suzanne’s impressed interiors, her two books, At Home and Rooms for Residing are fantastic assets.
all photographs by Stacey Bewkes for Quintessence
So thanks Suzanne – you’re an inspiration – not just for stunning interiors but additionally as an exemplary ambassador for gracious, unpretentious residing.
