Solace Residence

Outstanding partnerships for Antolini®, who has been involved in one of the most amazing projects recently completed in Arizona and authored by Jeffrey Florentine, CEO and Founder of JSF Design and handcrafted by Galleria of Stone AZ. It all starts from a stunning location, on Apache Peak Mountain surrounded by breathtaking views, greeted by a gentle breeze. It was precisely here that the JSF Design team unveiled a radical renovation of an existing residence that, today, features an entirely new personality.

Distributed over 6,000 square feet, the residence sets space for a living area in continuous dialogue with the outdoors – whose colors and light flow into the house at all hours of the day – and a sleeping area that includes six bedrooms and two striking closets. One of them is set up on two levels, connected by a distinctive staircase. The design, inspired by the iconic Barney's retail space, allows the homeowner the sense of shopping each morning while choosing the outfit of the day.
Overall, the interior design has distinguished soft, soothing palettes and materials capable of making residents feel embraced and welcomed in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Indeed, the references to designs and atmospheres typical of high-end spas and hotels, of which the JSF Design team has great experience, are clear.
Jeffrey Florentine describes the design process and philosophy: «Our mission was clear: to transcend conventional boundaries and strike the perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics, crafting designs that resonated with a wide-ranging audience. Our core belief revolves around the seamless marriage of form and function. We are passionate advocates of purpose-driven design, understanding that true beauty emerges when a space is thoughtfully tailored to meet the needs and desires of its inhabitants. With this guiding philosophy, we set out to create designs that not only captivate visually but also enrich the lives of those who call them home».

The choice of materials was of utmost importance in the design process, and JSF Design, only wanting to highlight those of high quality and luxury, prioritized European ones, ranging between rare oak planks, and natural stones that mark the personality of the settings that house them.
The collaboration with Antolini® has been a turning point, both in terms of the quality of the natural stones proposed and regarding the advice and assistance offered to JSF Design along the way.
«I feel like in order to represent any project well you need to choose the right materials and in doing so with Antolini it’s like picking a wine that goes very well with the meal», stated Jeffrey Florentine.
Paonazzo, Silver Roots, Striato Tortora, and Cristallo Lumix, all part of the Natural Stone Collection by Antolini®, are the stars in any environment that hosts them: «Antolini stone stands as an exemplary material of unparalleled quality. It is a material that is extremely durable and resilient but still exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. It elevates any space to new heights of timeless luxury which is a key requirement in any JSF project. Nature's artwork is exemplified by the uniqueness of stone pieces, which vary from quarry to quarry, defying replication. Following this sentiment in our JSF projects, we passionately pursue the notion that each project stands as an individual creation, ensuring that no two are alike», declared Jeffrey Florentine.

The features

Paonazzo
Paonazzo marble by Antolini®, among the finest examples of white marble and defined by deep gold and gray veins, has been chosen for the kitchen. Here it has been used as a top for the central island, cladding for the side walls, and the countertop.
The top of the island is composed of four slabs of marble; the laying process, based on laser techniques, has been so accurate and meticulous that you cannot see the joint lines between them.

Silver Roots
Silver Roots marble by Antolini®, defined by grey tones alternated by darker veins, has been used in the primary bathroom for the vanity top and the shower cladding. Sided by a full-height window, the shower is brightened by natural light that, reflecting off the stone, enhances its nuances and veining.

Striato Tortora
Striato Tortora marble by Antolini® sets the tone of the stunning primary bedroom design: it has been used as cladding for the fireplace and its nuances are in an open dialogue with the oak used as covering both for the floor and the ceiling. The choice of the specific marble slabs has been an important part of the design process. The veins all point to the fire area.

Cristallo Lumix
Cristallo Lumix by Antolini® is a natural quartz and JSF Design chose it in the Lux® finish for the outdoor kitchen. The choice of this natural stone was intentional, as there is a direct connection with the kitchen Paonazzo marble. The juxtaposition of the white tones emphasize the consistency of the interior design project.

«Upon discovering the Antolini team, we were utterly amazed by the exceptional level of service they provided, not only to us as designers but also to our clients. The meticulous attention to detail in understanding how the stone would be utilized and the thoughtfulness put into creating a captivating showroom environment left us truly impressed», closes Jeffrey Florentine.