Dufner Heighes Inc.
(212) 420-1605; www.dufnerheighes.com
Location: Katonah
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​ This design, though clean and uncluttered, imparts a sense of warmth via the cozy fireplace, as well as the upholstered chairs and wood table. “The house,” says Greg Dufner, “was an over-the-top ‘French country’ home when our client purchased it. It was actually called ‘Pink Champagne’ by the previous owner. Dufner Heighes was brought in to ‘de-Francophile’ it and the result is a comfy, family-friendly blend of country and city chic.” The room, says Dufner, “needed to operate as both a formal dining room and a casual place for breakfast.” Mission accomplished!
Mimi Fong of Luminosus Designs
(914) 202-4138; www.luminosusdesigns.com
Location: Scarsdale
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​Dramatic color, rich fabrics, and bold details do not have to be ostentatious. Gorgeous, deep purple orchid takes center stage here, but doesn’t overpower. The dining table, chairs, and buffet were designed by Mimi Fong and fabricated by Murphy Brothers Contracting, wallpaper is by Phillip Jeffries Ltd., drapery and Roman-shade fabric are from Kravet, and window treatment and upholstery are from Fairchild Fine Furniture. Custom design is by Luminosus. Millwork is by Murphy Brothers Contracting.
