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Drawing on the relationships of owners in Los Angeles, designer Ashley Meisel brought a soaring but relaxed aesthetic to this new building for this four-story Italian market.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nCalifornia oasis dining room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
For Center City-based interior designer Ashley Meisel, transforming a new four-story building in South Philly into an oasis in California harkens back to a few common threads: a lighter palette and an emphasis on luxuriously textured trim pieces and fabrics rather than natural materials. color and pattern. These items have been reserved for the owners’ art collection. “They have a great outlook,” says Maizel of the young professional couple, one of whom lived in Los Angeles and wanted to relive Philly’s West Coast vibes. “There is a great deal of color in the art, which makes the furniture so much calmer.” Nowhere is this more visible than in the living room, where a simple mix of neutral furnishings balance a bold piece by Anton Henning Design.<\/p>\n
The Golden State aesthetic flows from every space in the 4,800-square-foot home, which has an open floor plan\u2014a boon for the couple, who love to entertain. In the dining area, both coarse and refined materials give an organic feel. Custom matte manuscript table with cane ottoman chairs, wood console and brass and glass bar cart. “The juxtaposition of the materials makes it feel very rich,” Meisel notes.<\/p>\n
An elevator ascends to the rooftop, reflecting the seamless interior experience with the outdoor kitchen and lounges. And the views of the city center rival any in California.<\/p>\n
Living room<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn10.phillymag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/S-Habitat_03Original.jpg\")
<\/p>\nDomino the Dalmatian enjoys the living room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
A molded plaster table adds a soft sculptural element.<\/p>\n
entrance<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn10.phillymag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/S-Habitat_02Main.jpg\")
<\/p>\nThe entrance that sets the mood in California. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The space is just off the street and sets the mood for the rest of the interiors.<\/p>\n
den<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/cdn10.phillymag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/01\/S-Habitat_01original.jpg\")
<\/p>\nThe den has a relaxed aesthetic. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
This TV hangout features artwork by Donald Baechler on the walls and a large suede ottoman chosen for its durability\u2014the couple wanted to put their feet up and let Domino wrap them.<\/p>\n
dining room<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nCalifornia style oasis dining room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The couple wanted the table to seat at least eight. The chairs are a modern interpretation of 1950s design by Pierre Jeanneret.<\/p>\n
“Our focus was on texture and materiality,” Mizell says. \u201cIn the dining room, the only thing really colorful is the artwork. Everything else is just high contrast.\u201d<\/p>\n
published<\/i><\/span> As “California Dreamin” in the January 2022 issue of<\/i> Philadelphia magazine.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nDomino the Dalmatian enjoys the living room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
A molded plaster table adds a soft sculptural element.<\/p>\n
entrance<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nThe entrance that sets the mood in California. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The space is just off the street and sets the mood for the rest of the interiors.<\/p>\n
den<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nThe den has a relaxed aesthetic. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
This TV hangout features artwork by Donald Baechler on the walls and a large suede ottoman chosen for its durability\u2014the couple wanted to put their feet up and let Domino wrap them.<\/p>\n
dining room<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nCalifornia style oasis dining room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The couple wanted the table to seat at least eight. The chairs are a modern interpretation of 1950s design by Pierre Jeanneret.<\/p>\n
“Our focus was on texture and materiality,” Mizell says. \u201cIn the dining room, the only thing really colorful is the artwork. Everything else is just high contrast.\u201d<\/p>\n
published<\/i><\/span> As “California Dreamin” in the January 2022 issue of<\/i> Philadelphia magazine.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nThe entrance that sets the mood in California. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The space is just off the street and sets the mood for the rest of the interiors.<\/p>\n
den<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nThe den has a relaxed aesthetic. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
This TV hangout features artwork by Donald Baechler on the walls and a large suede ottoman chosen for its durability\u2014the couple wanted to put their feet up and let Domino wrap them.<\/p>\n
dining room<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nCalifornia style oasis dining room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The couple wanted the table to seat at least eight. The chairs are a modern interpretation of 1950s design by Pierre Jeanneret.<\/p>\n
“Our focus was on texture and materiality,” Mizell says. \u201cIn the dining room, the only thing really colorful is the artwork. Everything else is just high contrast.\u201d<\/p>\n
published<\/i><\/span> As “California Dreamin” in the January 2022 issue of<\/i> Philadelphia magazine.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nThe den has a relaxed aesthetic. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
This TV hangout features artwork by Donald Baechler on the walls and a large suede ottoman chosen for its durability\u2014the couple wanted to put their feet up and let Domino wrap them.<\/p>\n
dining room<\/h3>\n<\/p>\nCalifornia style oasis dining room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The couple wanted the table to seat at least eight. The chairs are a modern interpretation of 1950s design by Pierre Jeanneret.<\/p>\n
“Our focus was on texture and materiality,” Mizell says. \u201cIn the dining room, the only thing really colorful is the artwork. Everything else is just high contrast.\u201d<\/p>\n
published<\/i><\/span> As “California Dreamin” in the January 2022 issue of<\/i> Philadelphia magazine.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
<\/div>\n
<\/p>\nCalifornia style oasis dining room. Photo by Jason Varney<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The couple wanted the table to seat at least eight. The chairs are a modern interpretation of 1950s design by Pierre Jeanneret.<\/p>\n
“Our focus was on texture and materiality,” Mizell says. \u201cIn the dining room, the only thing really colorful is the artwork. Everything else is just high contrast.\u201d<\/p>\n
published<\/i><\/span> As “California Dreamin” in the January 2022 issue of<\/i> Philadelphia magazine.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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