Natural Luxury House Tour in New York | The Benson | Living Room

Step inside a 1,770-sq-ft natural luxury home at The Benson in New York. This living room highlights warm design, refined elegance, and timeless comfort.

Step into the living room of The Benson, a 1,770 SF residence in the heart of New York, designed for a global art collector who balances heritage with modern sophistication. Here, Cassina’s LC3 Fauteuil Grand Confort sits alongside a curated mix of ethnic-inspired textures and tones, setting the stage for a deeply personal yet universally refined interior.

This ethnic-style luxury residence embraces the richness of cultural narratives while weaving them seamlessly into contemporary high-end living. With warm palettes, tactile fabrics, and iconic furniture pieces, the home becomes not only a retreat but also a canvas of artistic and cultural expression.

Design Story

The design narrative of The Benson’s living room revolves around the idea of "Cultural Warmth Meets Contemporary Comfort."

At its heart is a deep brown fabric sofa that brings both warmth and tactile richness to the space. Its textured upholstery enhances visual softness, inviting residents and guests into an atmosphere of ease and welcome. The brown serves as the anchoring tone within a broader neutral palette of beige, ivory, and natural wood, achieving visual harmony and a grounded elegance.

Accents of mustard and black cushions are layered to introduce subtle rhythm and contrast, creating depth without disrupting balance. This approach transforms the sofa into not merely seating, but a sculptural element that defines the living room as a refined social hub of luxury living.

Homeowner Q&A

Favorite Element

“The fabric sofa is my favorite—it’s not just comfortable, it feels like the anchor of the entire room. Its earthy tone resonates with my cultural roots and makes the space truly mine.”

Biggest Challenge & Solution

The biggest challenge was avoiding a space that felt overly austere or museum-like when working with a neutral palette. The solution was to introduce warm textures and cultural accents, balancing minimalism with lived-in luxury.

Budget

With a budget of USD 200,000, every piece was chosen for both cultural resonance and timeless value. Iconic brands like Cassina were incorporated strategically to elevate the room while leaving room for artisanal ethnic elements.

Lifestyle Impact

This living room becomes a stage for cosmopolitan living, where hosting, storytelling, and relaxation seamlessly coexist. For intimate soirées, the sofa welcomes conversation while Cassina’s craftsmanship underscores the sophistication of the homeowner’s taste.

The space also encourages solitary moments of cultural immersion—reading, meditation, or enjoying art in a setting that blends the warmth of ethnic traditions with modern refinement. High-end furniture brands like Cassina and curated ethnic accents ensure that the room reflects not just luxury, but also identity.

Designers Furnitures Recommendation

• Cassina LC3 Fauteuil Grand Confort – A timeless icon blending comfort with modernist precision.
• Ethnic-Inspired Fabric Sofa – Deep brown, tactile, anchoring the palette with cultural resonance.
• Custom Low Wooden Coffee Table – Crafted from natural oak with hand-carved ethnic motifs, grounding the space.
• Versace Home Accent Cushions – Mustard and black tones introducing rhythm and boldness.
• Roche Bobois Handwoven Rug – A textural statement bringing warmth and artisanal craftsmanship.

Closing Tip

"Luxury should never feel distant. True sophistication is when a space reflects your roots and welcomes others into that story." – Lead Designer of The Benson

Explore more stories like The Benson on our Luxury Residence Tour.

Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive interior insights, or book a private consultation to create your own culturally rich, high-end living experience in New York.