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EDITED BY MAT THEW HALL

When last we visited fast-growing Lark Hotels in these pages, it was to chronicle 21 Broad, its then-newest property on Nantucket, Massachusetts (see
"Isle of White," October 2015, page 38). This summer, Lark is making its presence known some 20-plus nautical miles away in another East Coast vacation
haven, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. In the island town of Oak Bluffs, the
hotelier opened the 95-key Summercamp in the former Wesley Hotel, and in
Edgartown, it debuted The Christopher (15 keys) and The Sydney (8 keys).
Here's the design scoop on that trio of hotels:
* Summercamp (shown): The largest of Lark's dozen-plus properties is
housed in a historic hotel that sits adjacent to a site that once hosted camp
revivals for the Methodist Church. In keeping with that heritage, Bostonbased Rachel Reider Interiors (which also did the interiors at the aforementioned 21 Broad and whose eponymous founder also serves as Lark's
director of design) crafted an environment in the 137-year-old building
that emphasizes playful gatherings, personal connections and nostalgia. In
the guest rooms, that translated into butterfly-patterned fabrics, rope and
lantern details, and wall hangings made of wooden oars, arrows and vintage
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tennis rackets. And some rooms come with kid-friendly twin-bunks, natch.
* The Christopher: Boston-based Annsley Interiors infused this locale with
what it describes as a "vineyard meets St. Barts" vibe, by incorporating a
palette of cool blues, purple and pops of coral. Batik prints, rattan furnishings and locally made pottery help create an eclectic, laid-back feel.
* The Sydney: Located on the second and third floors of an 1892 Victorian
mansion (chef Michael Brisson's l'etoile restaurant occupies the ground
level), this hotel's guest rooms bear a distinct New England accent created
by Hingham, Massachusetts-based design firm Robin's Nest, including
traditional chandeliers and restored wood flooring and molding.
"It was a very exciting spring for us, gearing up to launch these three
properties," says Lark Hotels ceo Rob Blood. "A major part of our mission is
to embrace the surroundings of each hotel, and Oak Bluffs' rich history has
made that a particularly fun process at Summercamp." Another Lark executive-chief inspiration officer Dawn Hagin-is scheduled to speak at the
upcoming Boutique Design New York (BDNY) trade fair, which takes place
Nov. 13-14 at the Javits Convention Center.

COUR TE S Y OF L ARK HOTEL S

LARK HOTELS' THREE NEW "NESTS" ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD


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Boutique Design - July/August 2016
Contents
From the Editor
In This Issue
The Buzz
Adult Content
Social Studies
Ship-Shapers
Q+A: Wild At Heart
Products: Outdoor
Products: Wallcoverings
Exit Interview
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Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - Cover2
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Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - Contents
Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - 5
Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - From the Editor
Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - 7
Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - In This Issue
Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - 9
Boutique Design - July/August 2016 - The Buzz
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