We’re officially looking down. From classic Park Avenue parquet to breezy chevron floors in Palm Beach and an intricately inlaid Hudson Valley farmhouse, these homes show how some of the best design details are found below. Herringbone, chevron, and parquet bring instant character and warmth, setting the tone the moment you walk in. These six BHS homes prove that great design often starts right under your feet.
563 Park Avenue #5/6W
Imported 18th-century parquet floors ground the living and dining rooms of this Axel Vervoordt-designed duplex, adding quiet European elegance to its Park Avenue setting. It’s the kind of detail that makes the space feel layered, collected, and instantly special.
897 Lake Avenue
A striking herringbone floor sets the tone as you enter this light-filled contemporary, adding dimension to the dramatic double-height space. It’s a subtle design moment that makes a big first impression.
401-645 Lake Delaware Drive
Intricate inlaid floors bring quiet artistry to the center hall, adding a sense of craftsmanship the moment you walk in. It’s the kind of detail that makes arriving here feel like stepping into something truly special.
3300 S Ocean Boulevard #305N
Wide-plank European white oak floors laid in a chevron pattern lead your eye straight toward the ocean, giving this Palm Beach living room a sense of movement and flow. It’s a floor that feels just as breezy as the view.
82-84 Watchung Avenue
White oak floors in a herringbone pattern set the tone in these light-filled townhomes, adding instant character the moment you step inside. It’s a classic detail that makes the whole space feel elevated.
344 West 72nd Street #508
Solid 5-inch white oak floors laid in a herringbone pattern run through the apartment, giving this sun-filled pre-war home a beautiful sense of rhythm. It’s a timeless pattern that pulls the whole space together.
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