ABD STUDIO

Eschewing flash in favor of subtle, well-crafted elegance

Photo by Suzanna Scott Photography

An Oriental carpet. A Directoire commode. Panoramic wallpaper, hand colored in sepia tones by Zuber. With these classic elements at her disposal, Brittany H. Giannone, of ABD STUDIO, crafted a refreshingly modern bedroom for a San Francisco art collector who is herself an artist. And one who likes her modern conveniences: The custom bed conceals a mechanized TV in its footboard, while the bedside dressers by Wüd, topped in practical coffee-colored resin, hold Elan Atelier’s sturdy bronze Tree table lamps. Inspiring the room’s palette and its romantic air: John Baldessari’s 1994 screenprint Two Sunsets (One with Square Blue Moon).

Photo by Scott Klein Photography

By prioritizing thoughtful expression of our authentic selves within our home, we encourage a more inspired life both within and outside the walls of our personal spaces.”
— Brittany H. Giannone

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Marble-Top Chest of Drawers, 19th Century, Offered by Berkshire Home & Antiques Shop Now
Marble-Top Chest of Drawers, 19th Century, Offered by Berkshire Home & Antiques

“This modern bedroom combines contemporary pieces with tradition. We love how this style of dresser is evocative of a deep familial history that transcends time.”

Italian Nickel-Silver and Brass Serving Tray, 1970s, Offered by Vermillion 20th Century Furnishings Shop Now
Italian Nickel-Silver and Brass Serving Tray, 1970s, Offered by Vermillion 20th Century Furnishings

“Simple and elegant, this tray transitions easily from modern art to ornamental utility, reflecting back the perfume and jewelry pieces it holds.”

Japanese Cloisonné Jardinière, 1875, Offered by Anthony's Fine Art and Antiques Shop Now
Japanese Cloisonné Jardinière, 1875, Offered by Anthony's Fine Art and Antiques

“With an intricate ornamental composition and a pop of color, this fine example of Japanese cloisonné art is perfect for holding organic greenery within the room.”

French Gilded Hand-Carved Wood Mirror, 1770, Offered by Simone Marro Shop Now
French Gilded Hand-Carved Wood Mirror, 1770, Offered by Simone Marro

“Whether positioned above the antique dresser or above a fireplace, this eighteenth-century French mirror reflects back the intricate details of this modern room in its classical gold-leaf frame and transports you to a Parisian flat.”

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"Etc.," 1991, by Ed Ruscha, Offered by RAW Editions

Etc., by Ed Ruscha, is the prime juxtaposition with the traditional aspects of the space.”

Christophe Delcourt SLO Marble Bookends, New, Offered by Histoire Gallery Shop Now
Christophe Delcourt SLO Marble Bookends, New, Offered by Histoire Gallery

“These soft and organically shaped sculptural bookends contrast with the geometric elements in the room. The marble serves to balance, as a firm, solid base, the delicate florals displayed in the space.”

Embossed-Brass Jardinière, 1870s, Offered by Inessa Stewart's Antiques & Interiors Shop Now
Embossed-Brass Jardinière, 1870s, Offered by Inessa Stewart's Antiques & Interiors

“Lending a touch of old-world ambience, this embossed-brass jardinière shines in this French-inspired bedroom, flooded with light during the day, and serves to hold the greenery that brings an organic elegance to its modern and traditional aesthetic.”

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