Christy Blumenfeld of Blume Architecture enlisted Chad Dorsey Design and Barringer Homes to help transform her Dallas abode’s screened porch into “a boutique hotel bar,” she describes, “with multiple seating areas, a serving bar and space for my audiophile husband, Adam.” Working with his lead designer, Stefania Morandi, Dorsey adds: “Our inspiration was the refinement and chic style of a moody London club mixed with the serene and relaxed qualities of a Malibu beach club.” Here, the design team shares a few key elements that brought it to life.
Custom Cabinetry Was Critical To The Concept Of The Space
Located adjacent to the fireplace, a music cabinet—by Chad Dorsey Design with fabrication by Neovations—was critical to the concept of the space. It is a tall-footed vitrine with four hand-mounted glass panels that resemble a stained-glass window. Custom pulls enclose all of the musical equipment, including an amplifier, turntable, phono preamp and streamer.
Cocktail Tables Were The Crown Jewels Of This Project
Features like deeply textured lost-wax-cast brass and lacquered anigre wood veneer make this beautiful set of Pavé cocktail tables by Alexander Lamont the crown jewels of this project. They value the craftsmanship, textures and surfaces of expressive materials.
These Natural Stone Countertops Complement The Bar Design
The coloration of this Michelangelo quartzite, sourced from Aria Stone Gallery, is extraordinary. It ranges from blue to pink to a warm peach hue that nods to the softness of its namesake artist’s palette. Classic and old-worldly yet striking, it is perfect for this space. The double ogee edge was an important detail, complementing the design of the bar’s bentwood supports and cane-inset panels.
