Back in 2006, the Merrywood Greenwich Showhouse sought to benefit the campaign to expand and upgrade The Greenwich Family YMCA. The mission statement of the Greenwich YMCA drives home the point of “nurturing the potential of our whole family”. I want to express full support of the Greenwich YMCA organization, as they provide an unparalleled environment when it comes to childcare and youth and family development. But I also wish to remind the public that education is a major part of the nurturing of the whole person – specifically the mind. It is never too early to have a history lesson. If educational materials surround a child from the time he/she was born, in his/her nursery for example, they can only be better equipped when they start school and will quickly become a well-rounded person into adulthood!
Using this core idea of education in the nautical themed ‘Johnny’s Room’, three of the walls contain murals that center upon American history – the Mayflower, Amerigo Vespucci and last but not least, Christopher Columbus. I wanted the walls to tell a story, give the viewer a feel of magic, and be very peaceful and dreamy with a variety of soft blue hues.
The video tour describes inspiration for the other pieces in this designer boy's room including the William Armoire from the ZoyaB Collection, my custom American-made luxury baby furniture line, and Johnny’s Ship Chandelier, one of the focal points of the room. Perhaps a little known fact is that Prince William, now Duke of Cambridge, was the inspiration behind the William Armoire – furniture fit for your little prince. Each child should feel that they have their own space that makes them feel like royalty. ‘Johnny’s Room’ has been featured in New York Spaces.