ABOUT LISA THARP DESIGN

Known for timeless interiors with a collector perspective, Lisa Tharp Design inspires “The Art of Living Well.” While every project is unique, each embodies the principles of streamlined sophistication, a deep respect for architecture and art, and support for the well-being of people and the planet.

Fulfilling a lifelong passion, Tharp founded Lisa Tharp Design after prior careers in other visual arts forms (HBO, Time Life Video & Television). She was recently inducted into the New England Design Hall of Fame, is an AD Pro Featured Designer, one of Traditional Building magazine’s Who’s Who “The 25,” and an active member of Boston’s historic-preservation-focused Back Bay Architectural Committee. 

The firm’s work has been featured by leading national and international publications, television, books, and honored with successive Institute of Classical Architecture & Art Bulfinch Awards for Interior Design, EcoHome Award for The Concord Green Healthy Home, Luxe Gold, Best of Boston Home, and Metropolis magazine's Planet Positive Award for Lisa Tharp Colors, an organic designer paint collection with ECOS Paints. Headquartered on Newbury Street in Boston, the firm is available for projects globally.

BEACON HILL PENTHOUSE - Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts

Bow windows, hilltop views, and refined, streamlined style distinguish this classic Beacon Hill residence. The curated art collection includes mid-century masters Picasso and LeWitt and contemporary works by Katz, Donovan, and Kobayashi. 

This historic townhouse is elevated with timeless silhouettes that are at once classic and streamlined. The living room’s pair of sculptural sofas by Jean-Louis Deniot echo the curved bow windows. A smoked glass and brass side table by Karl Geckler is in itself a work of art. The palette of soft lilacs, warm camels, walnut and brass connect with beautiful Beacon Hill views.

Artwork above the fireplace is by Alex Katz.

In the richly paneled library, the timeless mix continues. A vintage Murano chandelier converses with an iconic mid-century floor lamp by Vico Magistretti and the Picasso on the wall. A sexy slipper chair by Roman Thomas is joined by an Ochre settee is dressed in satin, with silky carpet underfoot. The window seat cushion and bolster were custom made with a client’s favorite Holly Hunt fabric rescued from a damaged chaise.

Artwork above the settee is by Picasso.

Curvaceous 1930s dining chairs from France are dressed in silver and create a striking contrast to the dark table. The leather sideboard and silky geometric carpet are soft foundations for the dramatic art and Lindsey Adelman chandelier above.

Artwork above the sideboard is Promise to Keep by Hisako Kobayashi. Artwork to the right of the table is by Sol LeWitt.

Sculptural forms continue into the bedroom, where the calm palette is enlivened with a bold area rug. From the arched nook’s cozy settee, one can enjoy panoramic views of Boston.

Artwork above the bed is by Tara Donovan. Artwork above the settee is Santa Fe Series #4 by Elizabeth DaCosta Ahern.

DESIGN ELEMENTS

SOURCES AND CREDITS

Living Room

  • SOFAS: Heather Sofa, Fabric is Take Direction in Rose Quartz (Source: Jean-Louis Denoit for George Smith via Charles Spada; Holly Hunt)

  • ACCENT CHAIR: French Art Deco Dining Chairs, Fabric is Zoran Satin in Platinum (Source: 1st Dibs and Schumacher)

  • SIDE TABLE: Zora Drink Table by Karl Geckler (Source: South Loop Loft)

  • DRAPERY: Fabric is Bright Side in Rose Quartz (Source: Finelines Workroom, Holly Hunt)

  • FLOOR LAMP: Gigante Floor Lamp in Smoke (Source: Donghia)

  • ART ABOVE FIREPLACE: Alex Katz

  • ART BETWEEN WINDOWS: Unknown

Library

  • SETTEE: Divine Recline Long Banquette, Fabric is Zoran Satin in Pearl (Source: Ochre and Schumacher)

  • WINDOW SEAT CUSHION + PILLOW: Fabric is Capri in Rose (Source: Holly Hunt)

  • LOUNGE CHAIR: Avery Slipper Chair, Fabric is Lush in Putty (Source: Roman Thomas and Calvin Fabrics)

  • SIDE TABLE: Italian Travertine Drink Table (Source: Pavilion Antiques via 1st Dibs)

  • DRINK TABLE: Small Polished Brass Table by Adam Otlewski (1st Dibs)

  • TASK LAMP AT SETTEE: DIM 333 Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Oluce (Source: 1st Dibs)

  • PENDANT: Murano (Source: Vintage)

  • ROMAN SHADES: Fabric is Bright Side in Rose Quartz (Source: Finelines Workroom and Holly Hunt)

  • RUG: Sawyer in Silver (Source: Stark)

  • ART ABOVE SETTEE: Picasso (Source: Picasso)

Dining Room

  • DINING CHAIRS: 1930s French Art Deco Dining Chairs, Fabric is Zoran Satin in Platinum (Source: 1st Dibs and Schumacher)

  • SIDEBOARD: (Source: BDDW)

  • CHANDELIER: (Source: Lindsey Adelman)

  • ART TO RIGHT OF TABLE: Sol LeWitt

  • ART ABOVE SIDEBOARD: Promise to Keep by Hisako Kobayashi (Source: Galerie D’Orsay)

Kitchen

  • COUNTER STOOLS: (Source: Holly Hunt)

  • ART ON COUNTER: David Van Vactor

Main Bedroom

  • BED: Owner’s Collection

  • NIGHTSTAND: Binity by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara (1st Dibs)

  • BENCH: Custom Serge Ottoman, Fabric is Giordano Taffeta in Milk Chocolate (Source: Hickory Chair, Schumacher)

  • SETTEE: Lorae Settee, Fabric is Marrakech in Dusk Pink (Source: The Bright Group and Glant)

  • CHAIR: Lorae Lounge Chair, Fabric is Renzo in Oyster (Source: The Bright Group and Larsen)

  • SIDE TABLE: Wisp Table Round (Source: Ochre via Studio 534)

  • SCONCES: (Source: Sheila Galligan)

  • DRAPERY: (Source: Sheila Galligan)

  • RUG: Pallas (Source: The Rug Company)

  • ART ABOVE LOUNGE CHAIR: Santa Fe Series #4 by Elizabeth DaCosta Ahern (Source: Galerie d’Orsay)

  • ART ABOVE BED: Tara Donovan

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography by Read McKendree

Website: readmckendree.com

DESIGN

Instagram: @lisa_tharp

Website: lisatharp.com

PUBLICIST

Lisa Davis
DAVIS GONTHIER
415.793.3334
lisa@davisgonthier.com
Instagram: @davisgonthier