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    Mod glam meets timeless elegance in the Palm Beach villa by architecture and design firm Stonefox

    JUN 8, 2021 | By Jayasmita Ray
    Solid columns in Greek fashion along the fluted stone and main roof canopy cast in place concrete with plastered finish, the Brise Soliel (architectural screens) are cast concrete; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    The infinity pool with wier edge on the other three sides is flush with the deck in this elevated outdoor space, sofa and lounges by Restoration Hardware Cloud Sofas, Perenials fabric; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    The entry gallery of the art house in travertine displaying modern pieces of work; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    Stonefox creates custom Atta resin table tops underneath the mercury-glass orbs and Master Craft brass bases paired with the 1980’s Den Mobler sofa in Jim Thompson silk as seen below the sculpture; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    The living room with 1960’s Brass and Mercury Glass Chandeliers, acquired from John Salibello, Vintage Paul McCobb Chairs; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    View of the kitchen island in ABC Stone with Armet Lab barstools clad in Spinneybeck leather; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    Custom stair railing design by Stonefox made of brass with a top handrail of stained mahogany with Santenoy Limestone flooring; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    With Rock Crystal lamps, antique mirrors with Willy Daro oval gilt bronze “Bonsai” coffee table this primary bedroom is a slice of paradise with water on both sides of the property; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    Custom stone and vanity sink and flooring from ABC Stone, the walls of the primary bathroom are laced with American white oak as seen here; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    View of Palm Beach from the neutral sophisticated bedroom refined by cool accents; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    1960’s Brass and Mercury Glass Chandeliers, acquired from John Salibello and 1980’s Den Mobler sofa seen under the sculptural piece emanates retro contemporary chic with pose in this living room; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    A Light installation created in concert with Phelans, Donald Lipski and Stonefox with bespoke selenite crystal tops, vintage Saarinen Executive arm chair with 24K plated gold legs in the dining area; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci
    Stonefox bespoke bed and bedding in Venetian Silk by Schumacher, alabaster bedside tables by Galerie Glustin with rock crystal lamps overlook the serene view as seen in this primary bedroom; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

    This Palm Beach Modern Villa by Christopher Stone and David Fox of Manhattan-based architecture and design firm Stonefox is an ode to both classical and modern architecture and design, rooted in the tradition of South Florida modernism. Sprawled over 34,000 sq ft, with water on both sides of the property, the house is detailed with utmost sensibility.

    The homeowners, Phelan’s, envisioned a warm and inviting space with a mix of art and objects to spend time with friends and family. The Neoclassical grandness of the Spencer House in London and the icon of modern architectural transparent qualities of the Farnsworth House served as a challenging but interesting brief to harmonise the home’s elements.

    Dressed in limestone flooring for the exteriors, cut in a spiral hexagonal pattern this exquisite home celebrates experimentation of textures and neutral cool tones with warm accents as seen in the living room. 

    A custom silk rug and installations adorn the living room; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

    On the axis with the front door and entry gallery is the home’s main space, the large double-height living room. In this abode, symmetry balances the structure and as we move northward or southward, the geometries of the space loosen and become sculptural, as seen in the Disco and covered loggia in the southern end. 

    The living room comes with an Erwin Boulloud, Rosana cocktail table and classical furniture, like the Paul McCobb chairs juxtaposed with contemporary art; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

    “The clients, Amy and John Phelan wanted the home to be built for their current and future art collection.  Sensitivity had to be paid to incorporate their vast collection, and be flexible for the display of art,” said the architects.

    A Donald Lipski light installation above the custom selenite crystal top dining tables by Stonefox radiate a straw marquetry pattern from a central point; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

    Clad entirely in sleek Santenoy limestone from Portugal, cut to size and shipped to Palm Beach, the villa is refined with excellent craftsmanship. Designed in the Greek tradition, with entasis and then scooped out to have a modern sculptural effect, the columns at the front and the rear canopy display immense character. This villa also has the largest known private residential rooftop solar array in the world.  

    The fireplace is seamlessly decked in Italian travertine with burnished brass edge and Vintage 1960’s “Hollywood Regency” brass and travertine side table; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

    With six bedrooms, Stonefox curates this space filled with balance and energy located on the direct oceanfront on the Atlantic and another exposure on the Intercoastal Waterway. Fluted stone accentuates the space behind the palm trees, making this modern villa a beach fantasy.

    A vintage Murano glass lamp is placed on the cabinet as we are welcomed by the living room; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

    Custom furnishings and interiors like the vintage Paul McCobb Chairs, 1960’s Brass and Mercury Glass Chandeliers as well as bespoke silk rugs define the Palm Beach Modern Villa as an art lover’s dream, emanating retro-contemporary chic with a classic touch!

    Scroll to see more images from this art-filled home by Stonefox…

    The pool deck with fluted stone features outdoor furniture from Restoration Hardware with Perenials Fabrics and the Brise Soliel (architectural screens) in cast concrete; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

     

    A wall covering of metal leaf in silver and commissioned Donald Lipski light installation illuminates the custom selenite crystal top dining tables with polished stainless steel trim radiating a straw marquetry pattern from a central point; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

     

    The bar area with the emerald stools complement the carpeted green flooring; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

     

    Seen here is the bespoke spiralling stair railing by Stonefox with a top handrail of stained mahogany; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci

     

    A view of the waterfront from the bedroom styled with refined interiors in a muted beige; Photographs by Gianni Franchellucci