Finn Juhl benches gather on an Ousahk rug; its blue and orange tones add color and brightness to the living room. A Louis Poulsen fixture plays off original mid-century treasures; seascapes by Jeff Erickson evoke nature.
After a major renovation of their 1877 Logan Circle home, the owners tapped Kate Ballou to complete the interiors and curate everything from furniture and rugs to art and accessories. Inspired by the clients’ existing collection of pieces by Mid-Century Modern icons Vladimir Kagan, Pierre Jeanneret and Paul McCobb, the designer built upon the period in her plan. “Our first task was to tie the sculptural yet singular elements together through color and form,” she explains. In the sitting room, the team landed on a Matt Camron Oushak carpet with blue and orange tones that reflect paintings flanking the fireplace. Ballou helped the residents procure original art, including a Joshua Jensen-Nagle photograph that dominates the dining room.
Interior Design: Kate Ballou, Allied ASID, Hendrick Interiors. Renovation Architecture: Lauren Wegel, Lauren Wegel Architect. Renovation Contractor: Falcon Construction.