Italian tile and stone from around the world bring luxury to New Jersey estate
For the interior design of a 15,000-square-foot private residence in Alpine, NJ, a diverse palette — primarily consisting of high-end Italian tile and stone — was used to reflect the homeowners’ style and tastes
Set in Alpine, one of New Jersey’s most exclusive towns, is a newly built 15,000-square-foot estate — elegantly dressed throughout in natural stone and Italian tile. Anna Marie Fanelli, co-owner/designer of Floor & Décor in Tenafly, NJ, worked closely with her clients to deliver just the right aesthetic they desired for their palatial living space.
“The premier design strategy was to choose materials that suited the personal style of my client and utilize tile in a couture manner,” explained Fanelli, adding that it was also important that the material be maintenance free and eco-friendly. “My client is from Russia — and has many family members that visit from overseas — so she appreciates the beauty of tile. She travels to Europe extensively, and she is a lover of Italian clothing, art and design, so naturally the primary influence of materials in this massive residence is Italian tile. The tile selections took center stage in creating a theme of color in the home.”