LAKESIDE NEW BUILD | As we enter the season of entertaining, we want to shine a spotlight on the unsung hero of effortlessly doing so: the Butler’s Pantry. When thoughtfully designed, it’s the quiet workhorse that keeps the art of hosting beautifully behind the scenes. From storing dinnerware and table linens to displaying your favorite serveware, this multifunctional space ensures every meal feels polished and every gathering runs smoothly.

Consider it your backstage pass to seamless entertaining - a place to plate hors d’oeuvres, organize serving pieces, prep family-style dishes, or set up coffee and dessert without disrupting the flow of conversation.

This season, a few simple touches can help yours work even harder:

✨ Use decorative trays or baskets to keep serving pieces, utensils, and linens neatly organized and at the ready.
✨ Stock extra napkins, candles, and flatware so you’re ready for spontaneous dinners or last-minute guests.
✨ Keep a rotation of versatile serveware - tiered trays, bowls, and platters - for everything from casual suppers to family feasts.
✨ Incorporate a petite floral arrangement or seasonal greenery to add warmth and a thoughtfully curated touch to the space.
✨ Maintain a small caddy with cleaning essentials - cloths, wipes, sprays and a tray for used dishes - so tidying up is quick and effortless.

With a little intention, your Butler’s Pantry becomes an extension of your gathering, where the preparation feels just as enjoyable as the celebration itself, keeping everything within reach so you can focus on what matters most: time with your guests. ✨

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Design + Details // @swankbydesign
Architect // @hkk_architects
Builder // @stackresilience
Lens // @mattwittmeyer

LUXURY WATERSIDE NEW BUILD | A custom desk with a view. 🙌

From the first set of plans to stepping foot on-site, we knew this space overlooking the Long Island Sound was meant for something extraordinary. The solution: this fully custom oak desk featuring a 3” mitered top, navy leather inlay on the doors (one concealing a rollout printer shelf) and a matching leather blotter finished with hand-set brass screws, leather-lined drawers and handmade brass hardware. (Swipe left for some WIP detail shots from our cabinet maker.)

Perfectly positioned to capture natural light and peaceful water views, it’s a blend of craftsmanship and quiet luxury - made for answering emails, inspired thinking, or simply taking in the beauty of the horizon.

Designed in collaboration with and crafted by the talented @haute__atelier, it came to life exactly as imagined.

If thoughtful custom details like this speak to you, here’s how to work with us:

➡️ Dreaming up a custom new build or large scale renovation of your current home? We’d love to help shape it with you!

➡️ Did you know our design projects aren’t limited by location? We’re currently working in the Delray Beach-Boca Raton-Highland Beach area of Florida and have completed projects in New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Pennsylvania and beyond.

➡️ Don’t live locally but have - or are dreaming of - a home here in Hamilton, NY? No problem! Distance is not a barrier. Our team can work with you remotely to design, manage, and bring your vision to life!

➡️ Visit our website (link in profile) to complete our design questionnaire. Once submitted, Erika will be in touch to schedule a complimentary 20-minute discovery call. Let’s create something extraordinary together! ✨

Design + Details | @swankbydesign
Architect | @petercadouxarchitects
Builder | @gatewaydevelopmentct
Lens | @raquellangworthy.photo

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LUXURY LAKESIDE NEW BUILD | From concept (swipe left) to completion, every detail was thoughtfully considered when designing, fabricating and installing this custom firewood box:

☑️ Material Selection | A matte black, powder-coated steel was chosen for its durability and contrast against the warm tones of the stone and wood, while resisting heat, fingerprints, and everyday wear.

☑️ Functionality & Storage | Divided firewood compartments keep logs neatly stacked and organized, while an integrated tool alcove ensures easy access to fireplace essentials without cluttering the space.

☑️ Fabrication & Precision | Every measurement was meticulously planned to align with the fireplace surround, creating a seamless built-in aesthetic, while custom welding and finishing techniques ensure crisp lines and a refined silhouette.

☑️ Installation | Great care was taken to ensure proper weight distribution and secure mounting for safety, while perfectly aligning with the other architectural elements, and the TV recess, to maintain design intent.

Would you incorporate a custom feature like this one in your home? 🔥

Design + Details | @swankbydesign
Architect | @hkk_architects
Builder | @stackresilience
Fabricator | @axismetalworks

➡️ Dreaming up a custom new build or large scale renovation of your current home? We’d love to help shape it with you!

➡️ Did you know our design projects aren’t limited by location? We’re currently working in the Delray Beach-Boca Raton-Highland Beach area of Florida and have completed projects in New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Pennsylvania and beyond.

➡️ Don’t live locally but have - or are dreaming of - a home here in Hamilton, NY? No problem! Distance is not a barrier. Our team can work with you remotely to design, manage, and bring your vision to life!

➡️ Visit our website (link in profile) to complete our design questionnaire. Once submitted, Erika will be in touch to schedule a complimentary 20-minute discovery call. Let’s create something extraordinary together! ✨

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