A luxurious mountain retreat in Upstate New York
Nature and design in perfect harmony, for an atmosphere that fosters mental and emotional wellbeing
The extraordinary landscape of Upstate New York is home to a luxurious retreat featuring Salvatori stone and an interior design approach that creates a perfect balance between nature and wellbeing.
Nestled between the Adirondacks and Catskills, the home is a tranquil sanctuary that interacts seamlessly with the extraordinary natural setting.
The modern-rustic bathroom exudes a soothing calm that is as relaxing and restorative as an exclusive spa, with the artful combination of stone and wood respecting the style of typical mountain dwellings while introducing understated elegance
As soon as you step foot into this spa-style bathroom, you are enveloped in an atmosphere of serenity.
The walls and floor in honed Gris du Marais® marble exude a sensation of rustic refinement, with the smooth surfaces reflecting a subtle light that recalls the wet stony tracks that run alongside forest streams.
The Linea shelf serves as a minimalist surface for the essentials you would expect to find in a spa-style bathroom and complements the Punto vanity unity, which is finished with a Silk Georgette® backsplash for a touch of greige contrast on the wall.
The opposite wall is a masterpiece of texture, with its four book-matched slabs of Gris du Marais®, featuring delicate veining that brings to mind the patterning of a leaf or the branches of a tree seen from above.
Perhaps the star of this sanctuary is the natural stone bathtub Oyster, placed beside a stunning picture window that looks out into the beautiful forest. The choice of Gris du Marais® is both a homage to the rocky formations that characterise the region and the finishing touch to a Salvatori Total Look. The warm grey-brown tones of the bathtub are an irresistible invitation to enjoy a long blissful soak as you connect with the nature outside and free your mind from the stress of everyday life.
Adding an understated but striking flourish is the Spaghetti tapware, lending a sleek, contemporary touch.
The living room of this chalet-style home is a natural theatre, where the daylight dances off the large windows that open onto the uncontaminated forest.
Reflecting the Salvatori style approach, it is all about simplicity and comfort. Every element is positioned with a precision that could be described as a visual symphony. The Omphalos coffee table, almost ethereal in its linear geometry, is the perfect place to display favourite objects chosen not only for their functional value but also for their capacity to tell a story.
The organic form of the Flirt chairs invites you to sit and engage in conversation, while a selection of minimalist side tables Pietra L02 offers the perfect surface to place a warming cup of tea or a glass of wine.
The wall in Plissé texture add depth and warmth to the entire space and form a beguiling backdrop for the large sofas in neutral upholstery that entice you to ensconce yourself in them and enjoy a book, contemplate the glorious views outside or chat with your companions.
More than a mere living room, this space is an invitation to remove yourself from humdrum routine and reconnect with yourself and with nature.
As we continue our exploration of this delight contemporary chalet, we make our way to the kitchen, where the Crema d’Orcia Aura Stone Parquet flooring is in perfect harmony with the walls in Raw in the same stone, for a visual continuity that creates a feeling of conviviality.
A series of Silo pendant lamps over two Span tables cast a soft light over mealtime, while the elegant Crema d’Orcia worktop awaits the creation of mouthwatering authentic local dishes.
Every guest lucky enough to be invited to this incredible retreat finds themselves in a setting where time seems to stand still. A place where you can lose yourself on trails that wind among centuries-old trees as you look up in awe at the imposing mountain peaks, before returning home to relax in a bathroom that is more like a personal spa.
This is a home that encapsulates the concept of design that nurtures the eyes, the soul and the mind and achieves that rare and precious harmony between humankind and nature.
