Modern Organic by the Sea

Inside LTA Interiors’ latest Southampton creation

For one Southampton couple, the dream of a beach house wasn’t about seashell motifs or nautical stripes. They wanted serenity. They wanted individuality. Most of all, they wanted a home that felt like an extension of the natural world outside their windows. 

To bring that vision to life, they returned to LTA Interiors, a female-led, luxury design firm founded by Tracy Gould, Alexa Evans, and Lynn Berney. Based in South Florida and New York, the designers focus on everything from new construction to custom renovations and top-to-bottom furnishings. 

“This was the second home we designed for this client, so we already had a strong understanding of their taste and expectations,” Berney said. “They wanted something unique, high-end, and luxurious, but completely different from the style of their other house.” The result was a 10,000-square-foot home that redefined coastal elegance through the lens of modern organic design. 

Completed in June 2024 after a two-year renovation, the residence is equal parts refined and relaxed, Berney said, offering a soothing environment for both everyday living and a canvas to showcase the clients’ growing art collection.

Natural Individuality
Being new construction, the house initially lacked personality, resembling countless other Hamptons builds.  “The goal was to strip away that ‘cookie-cutter’ feeling and make the home stand out with a sense of individuality and character,” Berney said. This meant removing elements like shiplap, introducing textured wall treatments, and rethinking finishes to add depth and customization to the spaces.

The design team worked in two phases, tackling architectural changes before moving on to furnishings. In the kitchen, standard cabinetry gave way to natural, bespoke elements, instantly elevating the space. 

Elsewhere, fireplaces became dramatic statement pieces, and custom furniture and rugs were designed to reinforce the home’s organic aesthetic. 

Overall, the work was about reimagining the architecture and finishes to ensure the home expressed the client’s style rather than blending in with other new builds,” Berney said. Even the art collection was curated with the architecture and finishes in mind.  “That sourcing process took time, but it ensured that every detail felt intentional and elevated,” she noted.

Modern Organic Living
At the heart of the design is LTA’s interpretation of “modern organic” — a style that pairs clean, contemporary lines with raw, natural elements. 

The concept of‘organic’ refers to shapes, materials and textures that are inspired by nature, Berney said. “It emphasizes soft curves, raw or natural materials like stone, wood, and linen, and a sense of flow that feels connected to the outdoors.”

Modern organic takes it a step further by blending natural elements with clean, contemporary lines. “Our goal is to make the space feel current and sophisticated but with warmth and character,” she explained. The living room embodies this philosophy most dramatically. 

Anchored by a soaring two-story stone fireplace, the space features a serpentine sofa, a sculptural coffee table that mimics stacked rocks, and a custom rug echoing organic curves. 

Layers of wood, glass, and upholstery harmonize, while clusters of simple globe lights add warmth and drama, Berney explained. “Altogether, the room feels both natural and refined, and it embodies the balance of comfort and elegance we wanted for the entire home,” she said.

Patience and Payoff
or LTA Interiors, the project was unusually smooth, Berney said, thanks to an aligned vision, a trusting client, and the freedom to source globally. “The only real hurdle was the time it took to source and secure the right high-end, global pieces,” she said. “That process required patience and flexibility, but in the end, it was worth it.”

The home conveys coastal elegance through a serene, light-filled design with a palette that feels fresh and calming, reminiscent of the seaside, Berney added. Soft textures, airy spaces and subtle natural tones evoke a relaxed sophistication without being overly nautical or thematic.

The couple moved into their new home in June 2024 and has stayed in touch. “She often sends us photos from different rooms, sharing how much she loves spending time in the spaces,” Berney said of the wife in the duo. “She’s told us the house makes her feel happy, comfortable and proud.”

Photography by Rikki Snyder