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Each room is a distinct space with its own design requirements and character. That’s why we ask architects and designers to share a a room they’ve recently designed that stands out as a favorite. Given that we’re in the Chesapeake Bay region, we also invited a yacht interior designer to submit a project this year. Take a moment to appreciate the full layout of each space—the fabrics, textures, colors, and every thoughtful detail. – RH
By Purple Cherry Architects
With two walls of expansive windows, this Bethany Beach sunroom was designed to maximize ocean views while creating a casually elegant retreat. The multi-functional space, located just off the home’s great room, serves several purposes—it functions as a cozy room for intimate gatherings, a game room, and a home office, as the opposite wall houses a custom built-in desk.
A statement tile fireplace anchors the room with bold geometric patterning in layered blues, a nod to the ever-changing ocean just outside. Shiplap detailing introduces a nautical touch, while a haint blue ceiling—a classic Southern detail—draws the eye upwards and adds a hint of charm and tradition. Natural textures, such as the rattan pendant light, jute rug, and wicker coffee table, ground the space in warmth and create contrast against the crisp white palette.
Power Shades: Sew Beautiful Interiors
Sofa: Vanguard
Armchairs: David Francis with custom paint finish: Farrow & Ball Lulworth Blue No. 89
Coffee Table: Society Social
Game Table: Modern History with custom paint finish: Farrow & Ball Lulworth Blue No. 89
Game Table Chairs & Desk Chair: Palecek with Schumacher COM Fabric
Pendant Fixture: Currey & Company
Photography: David Burroughs
By Molly Kunselman Design
The Chesapeake Bay is more than a body of water to me; it holds threads of my family history, shapes our local culture, and draws us in to its ecological rhythms. Inspired by that deep connection, I chose a William Morris fabric to refresh the interior of our 20-year-old British catamaran. Its graceful patterns and rich, nature-inspired hues echo the swaying grasses and vibrant marine life of the Bay. To make the most of the boat’s smaller-scale interior, I introduced flexible lighting, decorative and functional instruments, and shades that provide both privacy and a soft wash of daylight—transforming the compact space into a welcoming retreat on the water.
Large Pillows: William Morris
Lumbar Pillows: Schumacher
Salon Cushions: Rose Tarlow for Perennials
Instrument: Weems & Plath
Shades: Ship Shades
Photography: Courtesy of Molly Kunselman Design
By Fitzsimmons Design
This serene primary bathroom overlooks Dividing Creek. Sandy tones, borrowed from the couple’s private beach, were used in the cabinetry, while wood-toned porcelain mosaic tiles add warmth and texture. Floor-to-ceiling linen towers flank the double sinks, and a dedicated vanity space offers the wife ample drawer storage. Layers of lighting—recessed, sconces, and a sculptural pendant—complete the calm, coastal retreat.
Photography: Steve Buchanan
By Hansen Architects
I love this outdoor room because it has a sense of place: enclosed, yet open to nature, warmed by a fire in winter, cooled by breezes in summer, festive with friends and family, yet inspirational when quietly alone. This covered porch has retractable insect screening for those summer days without a breeze.
Photography: David Burroughs
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Vol. 16, No. 5 2025