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AUGUST 2012 | PREMIER ISSUE

ART.DESIGN.L IFESTYLE

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The evolution of fortunata Living.

The luxury Upper West Side Pied à Terre.

Bren Bauer fine arts at The Carlyle.

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A colorful collection of passion on paper, art proves to be an escape from the city. From quick sketches to full-fledged productions, art has become an integral part of Bren’s life.

BREn BAUER, PAInTERFeatured in the new York Film & Video festival in 2002, this was

the first film to focus on Bren Bauer as an artist.

PoRTRAITURESubjects range from fashion model turned artist, to friends and

family.

SURREAlISMobjectivity rises to an entirely new level through the eyes of Bren

Bauer in her sketches and paintings.

“SIdEwAYS”Featured in the The Carlyle’s Rodger Federer Suite. as the

centerpeice of the living space.

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What is it that looks good; transforms into a functional space, with beautiful color schemes while painting a picture of personality? We visualize the space through design.

A PIEd À TERREShowcasing a blend of timeless and classic materials with hints of

traditional, rustic and industrial elements.

lUxURY TERRACE dESIGnThe design focuses on private entertaining zone while offering an

area for relaxation.

FIFTh AVEnUE Co-oPModern is as modern does. This apartment on fifth avenue

resonates with the client’s love of minimalism.

lowER EAST SIdE loFTEarth tones and organic materials, from the kitchen to the

bathrooms, turn this lower East Side loft into a cozy escape

from the city.

TRIBECA nURSERYThe design features custom millwork pieces, velvet upholstered

poufs , and a fresh aproach to color-blocking.

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portraits, patterns, concept art, sketches & surrealism.

BREn BAUER, PAInTERFeatured in the New York Film & Video Festival

by Allen Kent | East Village Theatre | April 29, 2002


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WATERCOLOR & PENCIL ON PAPERSURREAlISM

SKETChES PENCIL ON PAPER

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BLACK & WhITE pATTERN MARKER & WHITE OUT TAPE


ARTS BREN BAUER

STUDIES FOR FUTURE WORK

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“The living room with its white orchid, gargantuan quasi- Picasso,

and giant shiny black vases [...]” - Federer’s Carlyle Court, the observer

SKETChES FOR ”SIDEWAYS”


“QUASI- PICASSo”

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interiors, renovations, custom lighting and millwork design, color palettes.

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A Pied à Terre showcasing a blend of timeless and classic materials

with hints of traditional, rustic and industrial elements.

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PRE-ConSTRUCTIon

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LEGEND: 1. FoYER, 2. GUEST BATh, 3. KITChEn, 4. dInInG, 5. loUnGE 6. GUEST BEdRooM

7. MASTER BEdRooM, 8. MASTER BATh, 9. TERRACE.

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LEGEND: 1. KITChEn FlooR PlAn, 2. KITChEn ElEVATIon, 3. CUSToM PAnTRY PlAn, 4. CloSEd PAnTRY,

5. oPEn PAnTRY, 6. CUSToM BUFFET, 7. BUFFET ElEVATIon.

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I am not afraid of making changes as a design

evolves. Sometimes the last decisions are the

most important ones.

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with each project we strive to

push ourselves further ... to stretch

ourselves and to do something

different, timeless, and memorable.


ModERn MEETS ClASSIC



INTERIORS BREN BAUER / phOTOGRAphY MARIA VILLARREAL

GUEST BATh FLOOR PLAN & ELEVATION

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We design for those who appreciate quality materials & attention to detail.


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MASTER BATh FLOOR PLAN & ELEVATION


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CUSTOM hALLWAY LIGhTING ELEVATION




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lIGhT FIxTURES ARE ThE

jEwElS oF ThE SPACE


Every client has unique

values, needs and wants. The

inspiration for a new space

always starts here.

CUSToM MIllwoRK




CUSTOM RADIATOR DESIGN

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TErracE Doors DEsiGN


with each new project we

explore new concepts ideas

and materials.

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TERRACE dESIGn

The design focuses on private entertaining zone while offering an area for relaxation

near the city side terrace wall.. Merging the two zones allows adequate circulation

space around the main dining area while emphasizing the view of the city


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key plan: terrace



FlooR PlAn: TERRACE

LEGEND: 1. EnTRAnCE, 2. RESTInG ZonE, 3. EnTERTAInMEnT ZonE, 4. EnGlISh dwARF,

5. CoRAl BARK MAPlE, 6. EnGlISh dwARF, 7. TUlIPS, 8. TRACKABlE AwnInG.

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rEsToraTioN HarDWarE CATAlInA CollECTIon

TERRACE ElEVATIon PlAn



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MAYAn RIVIERAInSPIREd PAlETTE

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COLOR pALETTES BREN BAUER

FOR PIED A TERRE MASTER BEDROOM

MARInE InSPIREd PAlETTE

COLOR CONSULTANCY:

Site visits to discuss plans and color preferences with

clients. Hired on an hourly basis to assess the rooms,

space, and lighting sources. Provide written specifications

giving the client details of recommended colors, finishes

and quantities.

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where we live is a reflection

of our values, personality, and

particular way of life.



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TRIBECA nURSERY

We recently completed a nursery installation for a lovely family in Tribeca. The

design features custom millwork pieces with velvet upholstered poufs and

vibrant green FLOR carpet tiles.



I want to create happy,

peaceful and beautiful

interior spaces.

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From Austin, Texas, Bren Bauer is

an entrepreneur, artist, and designer. In

new York City, she has carved a niche for

her residential work. Bren is meticulous

about the details, and sets standards

in implementing quality materials and

workmanship. her portfolio includes

high-rise apartments, terrace design,

hospitality, commissioned artwork,

and art installations. Bren creates and

implements designs for custom furniture,

light fixtures and millwork. As a designer,

her philosophy is that all projects require

an understanding of the homeowner’s

lifestyle and how they live now and aspire

to live in their new home.

with her fine arts background

she brings her artistic sensibilities into all

aspects of her work. Bren’s art is featured

as a commissioned painting in The Rodger

Federer Suite in Rosewood hotel’s “The

Carlyle” noted by The new York observer

as a “gargantuan quasi-Picasso”. her

love of color triggered her interest in

design. She creates custom palettes

for designers, architects, and clients,

including a collaborative project for the

Macy’s Foundation and The Educational

Alliance in new York City. Bren personally

oversees all aspects of her projects down

to the last detail such as throwing a soiree

for her clients to celebrate their new

home. Bren’s work is greatly influenced

by art, design, photography, travel,

science, and nature. She is inspired by

her business mentors and supports the

empowerment and leadership growth in

her fellow women entrepreneurs. Coming

soon, custom textile and rug designs and

charity work to bring beauty and color in

the lives of families in need.

BrEN BauEr lifestyle of the artist & designer


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BrEN BauEr

57 wEST 88Th STREET #2R, nEw YoRK, nY 10024

T 9172508328 | F 9175917036 [email protected]

BBauErNY.coM | ForTuNaTaLiViNG.coM

The fortunata lIVInG brand espouses

the virtues to create a beautiful, blessed

life. It expresses the passion and spirit of

the designer and CEo. Inspired by Bren’s

appreciation of beauty and excellence, she

strives to bring these experiences to others

and in her community. From creating

beautiful designs to managing projects

down to the last detail, the designer’s

hands-on approach and high standards

are in play from a project’s start to finish.

Bren believes that while renovations can

be challenging, the end experience needs

to be a beautiful celebration. It is about

the finishing details, the interior design of

the space, adding flowers and candles and

turning down a client’s sheets.

Full service and personal touches

include stocking the fridge with a client’s

favorite beverages and foods. And finally,

hosting private soirees to celebrate a

client’s new home, including event and

menu planning. This full service, personal

hospitality has become a stamp of the

fortunata lIVInG brand.

BRAnd

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