One of the most anticipated transformations at Rooms With A View is that of Grace Chapel
A rather ordinary space is temporarily refashioned into one of elegance and wonder. In recent years we’ve visited a Terrace in Ibiza, a Moroccan Palace, and the recreation of Brook Astor’s Park Avenue Library in honor of Albert Hadley, RWAV’s founder, for our 30th Anniversary.
“The Hadley” has become a go to destination where guests can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, a mid-morning bite, some lunch, a glass of wine or mid-afternoon cocktail, while connecting with friends, relaxing in between lectures, or resting their feet after shopping.
As you pass through the doors of Grace Chapel, be prepared once again to be awed, inspired and delighted as you discover the unexpected —an enchanting garden. Inspired by a simple question: What happens when you bring the outdoors in? This year, the chapel will be transformed into an expansive conservatory.
Brought to life with a remarkable team of designers, sponsors and artisans, this immersive space celebrates the beauty of nature, craftsmanship, and design.
Pass through the garden gate and join us among the flowers, trees, and botanical installations.
hadley cafe designers
Sydney Frazier
Sydney Frazier has been practicing design in Manhattan for over twenty years, opening his eponymous firm in late 2013.
Sydney's aesthetic is informed by classic design elements and is thoroughly modern and unmistakably his. The firm's work is elegant, yet accessible, luxurious, yet livable and is individually catered to each client's wishes and tastes. Splitting his time between the city and upstate New York, Sydney brought his unique design sensibility and innate style to the Catskills with the 2020 opening of SUNDRY., a unique retail space where he offers a curated selection of home goods, apothecary items, and other essentials for a life well-lived.
A graduate of Elon College with a degree in Business Administration, Sydney also attended the New York School of Interior Design. His projects have been featured in numerous national publications and his diverse portfolio of work includes residential and commercial projects both in the United States and abroad. In addition to serving on the Design Advisory board of Rooms With a View, Sydney sits on the boards of the Mountain Top Arboretum and the Hunter Chamber of Commerce in Tannersville, NY and is a member of ASID.
Sydney was a member of the Rooms With a View Class of 22 and currently sits on the RWAV Design Advisory Board.
Victoria Vought
A graduate from Brown University with a degree in Art History & Architecture, Victoria ventured into acting before becoming a designer. Bringing her knowledge from Brown and Rhode Island School of Design, Victoria began working at MARILYN D GLASS, INC. in 1997 while she pursued acting.
Design soon became her full time career and Victoria Vought Designs was launched in 2002. Her projects, both commercial and residential, can be found in New York City, The Hamptons, New Jersey, Vermont, New Mexico and California.
Victoria understands that the world can be a stressful place and feels one’s home should feel calm and relaxed. In order to achieve this Victoria incorporates a mixture of comfortable furnishings, antiques, unique treasures and a subtle palette. She strongly believes that a home should be a reflection of the owner not the designer.
Victoria has served as Co-Chair of the Design Advisory Board for the past three years, and was a member of the Class of 2013.
This is Victoria’s third year designing The Hadley.
In addition to being a member of Screen Actors Guild, she is also a photographer and artist. Her photography has been recently featured at the George Billis Gallery and Rowayton Arts Center.
Victoria
Cole
Victoria is the principal of Victoria Tomlinson Cole Designs founded in 2014. A Residential and Retail Interior Designer based in Connecticut, she focuses primarily on projects throughout the Tristate area, though her portfolio includes projects nationwide.
Victoria has a BA in Interior Design from Syracuse University and over a decade of experience working for large international design firms in New York City prior to starting her firm. Victoria works closely with her clients to create comfortable, elegant and curated spaces that reflect their personalities. She takes inspiration from historic architecture and design to seamlessly blend modern pieces with traditional elements, which allows her to fashion homes that feel picturesque and welcoming. She loves all things vintage and antique as well as discovering new resources. She truly believes that a beautiful home can transform one’s way of life.
Victoria was a member of the Rooms With a View Class of 25 and currently sits on the RWAV Design Advisory Board