Southampton Residence

“This is my take on Hamptons blue and white,” explains designer Bennett Leifer, referencing the custom rug in his clients’ great room. A saturated expanse of silk and wool, The Rug Company creation at first looks understated—until a pair of white leopards appears on the oversized tapestry, confidently encircling the card table that sits upon it. Neither ferocious nor demure, the leopards add a thrilling energy to the space. “You can see what you want to see in the motif,” Leifer says, continuing, “I think that’s what all design is about.” - Luxe Interiors + Design