FRANKLIN STREET
The Cast Iron House in Tribeca was reimagined by innovative Japanese architect Shigeru Ban. With
this minimalist canvas as a starting point, our client desired a distinctive look for their home. Refined living
that takes into consideration social inclinations translated to an apartment that sets the stage for intimate
and luxury entertaining.
Godbold’s fascination with science fiction decor and Art Deco combined to create the cool office and bar room—specifically, the wall panel designs. The furniture is almost all custom, including the living room’s stone sectional and coffee table. Closets separating rooms were removed; an open bookcase now stands in their place.
Texture is introduced through the use of open porous travertines, as well as custom rugs that outline the furniture locations. Most of the fabrics are bouclé, while the walls have been plastered with a fine stucco. No detail was overlooked: The staircase walls’ tiles boast a limestone texture. As you step off the custom wood-paneled elevator from the busy streets below, the residence’s monochromatic color palette instantly brings a sense of calm.
Godbold’s fascination with science fiction decor and Art Deco combined to create the cool office and bar room—specifically, the wall panel designs. The furniture is almost all custom, including the living room’s stone sectional and coffee table. Closets separating rooms were removed; an open bookcase now stands in their place.
Texture is introduced through the use of open porous travertines, as well as custom rugs that outline the furniture locations. Most of the fabrics are bouclé, while the walls have been plastered with a fine stucco. No detail was overlooked: The staircase walls’ tiles boast a limestone texture. As you step off the custom wood-paneled elevator from the busy streets below, the residence’s monochromatic color palette instantly brings a sense of calm.
SOUTHAMPTON LAIR
Nestled in the woods, along the side of a slope, a 1972 house built by famed architect Eugene Futterman was an architectural gem awaiting its revitalization. Drawing on interiors that had left an imprint on him, including the exquisite lairs featured in the James Bond films of his youth, Godbold reimagined this once
forgotten home.
Much like Goldfinger’s lair, stainless steel is utilized throughout—from the furniture to the hardware. Mayan Ziggurat temples served as the basis for the living room fireplace, and the hanging garden was inspired by the work of Paul Rudolph (specifically, his angled walls).
Open space is essential to any good bachelor pad, allowing for ease of entertainment. While the primary bathroom walls have been removed to improve the flow on the top floor, the floors themselves have been raised to create a floating look. Similarly, a new exterior staircase mimics the appearance of floating lily pads over the green ground covers. Ian Fleming would no doubt approve.
Much like Goldfinger’s lair, stainless steel is utilized throughout—from the furniture to the hardware. Mayan Ziggurat temples served as the basis for the living room fireplace, and the hanging garden was inspired by the work of Paul Rudolph (specifically, his angled walls).
Open space is essential to any good bachelor pad, allowing for ease of entertainment. While the primary bathroom walls have been removed to improve the flow on the top floor, the floors themselves have been raised to create a floating look. Similarly, a new exterior staircase mimics the appearance of floating lily pads over the green ground covers. Ian Fleming would no doubt approve.
GRAMERCY
Working with a Manhattan apartment that was essentially a blank slate, Godbold channeled one of his favorite early sci fi television programs. The influence of the British TV show Space 1999 set design, which included undulating walls and low-slung modular furniture by Joe Colombo, are immediately evident in the living room. Curved walls composed of oak panels and Frank Lloyd Wright-designed tiles serve as a backdrop for mid-century armchairs with lacquer-and-brass details along with a mod sofa.
A deft use of textures and materials creates visual interest and warmth. Case in point: The walls of the den are sheathed in Ultrasuede, while custom shelves introduce travertine and wood. Further adding to the earthy yet modern vibe, a 1970s slipper lounge chair neighbors a set of steel tables. Every square inch reflects Godbold’s stylish and slightly sci-fi vision for the home—right down to the doorknobs and the 3D tiles that appear in every room.
A deft use of textures and materials creates visual interest and warmth. Case in point: The walls of the den are sheathed in Ultrasuede, while custom shelves introduce travertine and wood. Further adding to the earthy yet modern vibe, a 1970s slipper lounge chair neighbors a set of steel tables. Every square inch reflects Godbold’s stylish and slightly sci-fi vision for the home—right down to the doorknobs and the 3D tiles that appear in every room.
WATERMILL CLASSIC NOUVEAU
While the exterior may read classic Hamptons beach house, Godbold imbued the interiors with a modern and global sensibility. The furnishings were sourced from some of his favorite galleries in Europe, including Béton Brut in London and Serge Castella Interiors in Spain. And the influence of architect Le Corbusier and sculptor Costantino Nivola with the artwork and whom both resided in the Hamptons in the mid twentieth century.
In various rooms, the walls were treated as opportunities to add texture and interest—with dark oak paneling, Venetian plaster and floor-to-ceiling panels of vintage mirror, for example. For the palette, Godbold opted for unexpected pairings, including blue dining chairs that coexist with a Nerone Giovanni Ceccarelli painting with red hues.
The living room contains a pink-and-green marble coffee table alongside Jorge Zalszupin’s mid-century modern Brasiliana sofa, which features a jacaranda wood frame. Distinctive ceramics by Georges Pelletier and Carlos Otero further surprise and delight.
In various rooms, the walls were treated as opportunities to add texture and interest—with dark oak paneling, Venetian plaster and floor-to-ceiling panels of vintage mirror, for example. For the palette, Godbold opted for unexpected pairings, including blue dining chairs that coexist with a Nerone Giovanni Ceccarelli painting with red hues.
The living room contains a pink-and-green marble coffee table alongside Jorge Zalszupin’s mid-century modern Brasiliana sofa, which features a jacaranda wood frame. Distinctive ceramics by Georges Pelletier and Carlos Otero further surprise and delight.
WATERMILL ZEN
Located in a secluded part of Watermill, this project is rich with historical references to Babylonia and the Tower of Babel. With the tiered steps of ziggurat architecture in mind, Godbold incorporated the concep into the custom furniture, walls and corners.
The neutral palette imbues a spa atmosphere, with accents of color introduced through art and sculpture. The stucco walls, exhibiting a textured finish, were inspired by the deserts of the Middle East.
The kitchen has a zen sensibility, with its simple and understated oak surfaces. Defying the typical materials approach to walls and countertops, Godbold selected camouflage marble and oiled white oak, respectively—yielding a fresh perspective in the home’s busiest room.
The neutral palette imbues a spa atmosphere, with accents of color introduced through art and sculpture. The stucco walls, exhibiting a textured finish, were inspired by the deserts of the Middle East.
The kitchen has a zen sensibility, with its simple and understated oak surfaces. Defying the typical materials approach to walls and countertops, Godbold selected camouflage marble and oiled white oak, respectively—yielding a fresh perspective in the home’s busiest room.