Ocean House - Watch HIl, RI - Design Project

The Ocean House is the last of the grand Victorian hotels, where life is still lived much as it was a century ago, a tranquil timetable of tides and sun, teatime and cocktails, sailing regattas and bonfires on the beach.

Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, the reopening of the Ocean House is a rebirth of the last iconic New England seaside resort. The Ocean House has been meticulously reconstructed to pay tribute to its storied past and offer exceptional personal experiences for guests, members and residents. The Ocean House's celebrated hotel and residential accommodations, uncompromising service, beachfront location, and world-class amenities pay homage to New England's golden age of hospitality with timeless elegance and renewed civility. 

Robert Rizzo and Leslie Hecker of Cobble Court Interiors were asked by the new owners to decorate the penthouse suite on top of the Ocean House.  The suite consists of three ensuite bedrooms, den, formal living room, family room and a dramatic entry.     Below are a few of the shots taken as the project was almost completed:

Jars Dinnerware Arriving Soon At CobbleCourt.com

Jars dinnerware has been handcrafted in Provence, France since 1857. The Jars mission remains "to make daily objects works of art, and to make the useful beautiful." By combining state-of-the-art technology with traditional craftsmanship, Jars produces vividly colored settings that will brighten your table every day.

Vuelta (above) from Jars France has the generous proportions and subtle variegated glazing that distinguish fine handcrafted dinnerware. With their understated elegance, these pieces can make the transition from everyday dining to special events with ease. Dishwasher- and microwave-safe for the perfect blend of beauty and convenience.

 

Subtle distinctions in the glaze patterns add to the charm and character of Jars dinnerware (view in color options above). Cherry and Orange have more variable designs; Lemon and Eggplant are more uniform in appearance. Double-glaze plates are the indicated color on the serving surface, and a dark matte brown on the reverse side. Shown in Orange.

Thom Filicia Launches New Line

Thom Filicia Home Collection Launches New Line with Vanguard Furniture.  It is a multifaceted collection that includes a mix of living, dining and bedroom pieces, occasional chairs, cocktail and occasional tables, upholstered pieces and textiles. The new home collection captures Thom Filicia's classic simplicity and injects an unexpected, modern flair. With a fresh yet timeless approach to design, the collection balances elements in unique and beautiful ways. Refined details mix with raw edges, industrial plays against organic, and materials, textures and palettes are used in unexpected ways.

One of my favorite signature pieces:  comes in two finishes and tops.

Wonderful structured upholstered pieces!

Check out the case good! High style!

Check out the rest of the collection at Vanguard Furniture.

Bradley Hardware Collection

We have designed many projects and each one take on a life of it's own.  We work very hard to only use the best of materials and work with the best of manufacturers.  One of the finest in the window treatment hardware world is truly The Bradley Collection.      Bradley creates distinctive products, that are unique in their style, proportion, and colorway.

 Bradley manufacturers five distinctive collections:

Elysian

Combining modernist style with decorative appeal, this collection captures the unique spirit of luxury

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  Edge

  Clean lines and subtle aesthetics are ingeniously merged in this aluminium track system. Click to enter
  
  

 

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  Mio

  Functionality combined with unique eyecatching finial designs complement a truly inspired finish. Click to enter
  
  
  
  
  
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    Steel

    Highly adaptable and elegant design reflects the beauty and individualality of the metal form. Click to enter
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
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    Decorative

    Featuring a luxurious palette of paints and woodstains, this collection embodies the spirit of grandeur. Click to enter
    
    
    
    
    

Dream Vacations

Sitting at our country home in Litchfield, CT, watching the snow and temperature fall.  Loving the beautiful picturesque scenes created by all the white stuff, but dreaming of our vacation we took this past fall a little bit north of Los Angelas.


Our first stop was the fabulous Bacara Resort in Santa Barbara, CA.  What a spot... The old world Spanish Colonial architecture and the magnificent gardens.  The spa is the center of the world at Bacara.  We worked out in the gym with our trainer, Barbara, then had a great breakfast at the Spa Restaurant.  What a way to start the day.  Then, a hike at the 1100 acre private ranch, another spa treatment, lunch on the terrace overlooking the ocean, take a nap, get ready for dinner, and repeat, repeat, repeat.

Residence #10, Michael Jordon's favorite!

Pool Deck overlooking the Pacific on overcast morning!  Fires were just North of the Bacara! 

Great Spanish Architecture looking at the Spa in the Dome building.

Stairs to our magnificent Suite!

Our second stop was the Biltmore Four Season Santa Barbara.  Over the top!    More Spanish colonial architecture and real sophisticated style.  This place is elegant, yet relaxed.  The staff cater to your every need, without going over-board.  The gym and spa are much smaller than Bacara, but has a real intimate feel.    Visit both places and tell us what you think!

 

Front Entry into the Biltmore - Santa Barbara

Outside Courtyard overlooking Pacific.

Pool Area in the center of the Biltmore - Very Private!

We stayed at the Bacara for five days and the Biltmore for another week.  We mixed this up between business, working on an interior design job in Palm Springs and the best vacation ever!  On a day like today, can't wait to go back!

Merry Christmas

Hope everyone had a wonderful Holiday Season.  Lots of left overs and time for returns and exchanges!  Talking this week off to spend with the family, then going down south for a bit of sunshine!   Happy New Year!

Arte Italica Added to Cobble Court Home Website

Cobble Court Home has added Arte Italica to our website.  We are so impressed with this hand made Italian line of tabletop including dinnerware, flatware, glassware, and many very impressive home accessories.  We wanted to highlight a few of the beautiful new products:

The Bella Bianca Collection is crafted using a delicate white glaze over a rich, black clay. The patterns were exquisitely designed by an Italian fashion designer using details found in fabrics and accessories. The scalloped edges, antique lace, beading, emblems and subtle floral motifs all combine to create this elegant, unique tablesetting. Handmade in Italy.

 

 

The elegant beading and hammered detail, of the Arte Italica Bella Bianca flatware collection, showcase the natural beauty of Italian pewter. This collection is made from 18/10 stainless steel and paired with the highest quality, pewter handles. Like all Arte Italica flatware, Bella Bianca is handmade in Italy.

This Arte Italica Bella Bianca stemware collection, shown above, continues the tradition of simplicity of form and handcrafted uniqueness. These delicate pieces have fine rippled glass detail and elegant shapes. Handmade in Italy.

Check out the entire collection of Arte Italica on our website:  Cobble Court Home