Showhouse
For some reason we’ve never done a showhouse, but we’re doing one now. In September, MSM will be presenting a room at the 2011 Designers’ Showcase in Upper Brookville, Long Island and you have to go check it out. The showhouse features various Interior Designers within a historic host mansion, currently named Chestnut Manor. It’s pretty spectacular with hidden safes, staircases and more bedrooms than you’d want kids for. Originally called Wolver Hollow, the mansion dates back to 1914 and has been a home to four different residents through the past 85 years including Pia Zadora. The decor was somewhat compromised with each resident’s alterations, but the bones have stayed true true to classic Gold Coast glamour. We’ve been preparing the room for the past couple weeks, and so far it’s been a great experience. Hey, I’m my best client if you know what I mean. I think all the ideas are genius and I always agree with myself.
We’re still debating the room’s name, but we’re thinking of either “Modern Cave” or “The Hang.” The room has some unusual angles and is going to be terrific. We’re using wood paneling, a Morrocan shag rug, building a terrarium desk, bar, and putting in a smoking hot media system.
Chestnut Manor
Previous Owner Pia Zadora
Take a peek at our construction site!
Annette Jaffe
