Celerie Kemble of Kemble Interiors Brings a Gothic NYC Structure Back to Life Gallery
Designer Celerie Kemble is known for her independent spirit, whimsical design sensibility, and creative panache. On a tight deadline, Kemble was able to magically transform a Manhattan apartment circa 1927 into a lush and luxurious space.
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1/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe ceiling in the open living room and dining nook, silver-leafed by Alpha Workshops, complements a shagreen and lacquer cocktail table by Etched Design. A chandelier from High Style hangs above a macassar ebony dining table, a pair of velvet shell-back chairs from John Salibello, and a velvet banquette by J. Edlin Interiors. The area rug is by Kyle Bunting.photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe ceiling in the open living room and dining nook, silver-leafed by Alpha Workshops, complements a shagreen and lacquer cocktail table by Etched Design. A chandelier from High Style hangs above a macassar ebony dining table, a pair of velvet shell-back chairs from John Salibello, and a velvet banquette by J. Edlin Interiors. The area rug is by Kyle Bunting.
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2/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe ceiling in the open living room and dining nook, silver-leafed by Alpha Workshops, complements a shagreen and lacquer cocktail table by Etched Design. A chandelier from High Style hangs above a macassar ebony dining table, a pair of velvet shell-back chairs from John Salibello, and a velvet banquette by J. Edlin Interiors. The area rug is by Kyle Bunting.photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe ceiling in the open living room and dining nook, silver-leafed by Alpha Workshops, complements a shagreen and lacquer cocktail table by Etched Design. A chandelier from High Style hangs above a macassar ebony dining table, a pair of velvet shell-back chairs from John Salibello, and a velvet banquette by J. Edlin Interiors. The area rug is by Kyle Bunting.
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3/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnA vintage gazelle throw in the guest bedroom adds animal appeal to zebrano wall and shelving units by Dog Productions.photograph by Pieter EstersohnA vintage gazelle throw in the guest bedroom adds animal appeal to zebrano wall and shelving units by Dog Productions.
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4/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnA zebrano and shagreen cabinet, also by Dog Productions, and a vintage Barovier & Toso sconce accent another corner of the entry.photograph by Pieter EstersohnA zebrano and shagreen cabinet, also by Dog Productions, and a vintage Barovier & Toso sconce accent another corner of the entry.
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5/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnA Curtis Jere mirror hangs above a resin console in the entry.
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6/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnA vintage gazelle throw in the guest bedroom adds animal appeal to zebrano wall and shelving units by Dog Productions.photograph by Pieter EstersohnA vintage gazelle throw in the guest bedroom adds animal appeal to zebrano wall and shelving units by Dog Productions.
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7/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnIn the living room, an illuminated light fixture hangs next to artwork by Miriam Cabessa and Kemble Interiors’ Celestina side table.photograph by Pieter EstersohnIn the living room, an illuminated light fixture hangs next to artwork by Miriam Cabessa and Kemble Interiors’ Celestina side table.
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8/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnIn the family room, a Karl Springer bench adds further punch to an exuberant floral carpet from Stephanie Odegard Collection.photograph by Pieter EstersohnIn the family room, a Karl Springer bench adds further punch to an exuberant floral carpet from Stephanie Odegard Collection.
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9/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnTwo side chairs from Profiles flank a silver-leaf buffet from Dennis Millerphotograph by Pieter EstersohnTwo side chairs from Profiles flank a silver-leaf buffet from Dennis Miller
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10/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe master suite features a rug by Patterson, Flynn & Martin and verre églomisé closet doors by Miriam Ellner.photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe master suite features a rug by Patterson, Flynn & Martin and verre églomisé closet doors by Miriam Ellner.
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11/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe custom Kemble Interiors bed is by Etched Design. The curtain fabric is from Loro Piana and the prints are from J. Pocker.photograph by Pieter EstersohnThe custom Kemble Interiors bed is by Etched Design. The curtain fabric is from Loro Piana and the prints are from J. Pocker.
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12/12photograph by Pieter EstersohnDog Productions made the black lacquer and parchment desk.
This article appears in the March 2013 issue of NYC&G (New York Cottages & Gardens).
