Incollect Magazine - Issue 9

Incollect Magazine 69 Michael S. Smith, photo by Michael Mundy MOUNTAIN RETREAT, MONTANA In the living room, the astounding views through floor-to- ceiling mullion windows might be enough atmosphere for some homeowners, but not for these clients, for whom Smith created an indulgently cosseting, richly layered, luxurious ambiance, placing the emphasis on warm textures, tones, and finishes to contrast with the pristine iciness of the mountains and sky. To mirror the scale of the windows, Smith designed curtains with a giant patchwork pattern in shades from pecan to butterscotch to beige, in fabrics of varying translucence. He positioned a pair of caramel tone midcentury Italian armchairs by the fireplace, beside a sofa in a lavishly textured mix of neutrals. By the window, the Charles daybed from Studio Van den Akker is upholstered in a zebra-patterned fabric. Against the wall is a vintage black walnut sofa by George Nakashima. The stunning bronze double branch chandelier with porcelain blossoms was custom made for the space by David Wiseman. Photo by Michael Mundy.