A two-story modern home on Ono Island with large windows and a symmetrical design, featuring two black garage doors and a well-lit entrance. The exterior is light-colored, and the driveway is paved with light-colored bricks. Palm trees and a sunset sky enhance the scenery.
A modern bathroom inspired by Ono Island, featuring a black and white geometric tiled wall, two oval mirrors, black faucets, and two wall-mounted black sconces with globe lights. The gray countertop holds a white vase with green foliage. A white towel hangs on a black rack on the right.
A modern two-story house on Ono Island with large windows and a spacious balcony overlooks a backyard featuring a well-lit swimming pool. The sky is at sunset, casting a warm glow on the property. The yard has patio furniture and is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping.
Image of a modern bathroom with a double vanity featuring black and white marbled countertops, reminiscent of the stylish homes on Ono Island. The wall is adorned with a geometric black and white tile pattern. Oval mirrors and wall sconces are above the sinks. A bedroom can be seen through the open doorway.
Against a white wall, a modern console table features two large metallic circular sculptures, an art book, and a small green plant. Above the table hangs an abstract black textured painting. Light wood flooring completes the scene, with a hint of glass railing offering views reminiscent of Ono Island’s serene vibe.
A modern dining room on Ono Island featuring a marble table with blue velvet chairs. A round vase with white orchids is placed on the table. The wall behind has three abstract white and gold art pieces, and a chandelier with glass globes hangs above, enhancing the coastal elegance.
A serene bedroom on Ono Island features a segment of a four-poster bed with white bedding, a nightstand adorned with a decorative lamp, blue vase, and bouquet of flowers. A window with white curtains lets in natural light, revealing part of a palm tree and lush greenery outside.
A modern living room featuring white furniture, including a couch and chairs with cushions, set against a light color palette. A round coffee table with a potted plant centers the space, while an abstract black-and-white painting hangs behind the couch, evoking the serene vibe of Ono Island.
This striking Ono Island home, designed by Bob Chatham and built by Phillip Vlahos Homes/Vlahos DeBogory & Tuck Construction, with interior design by Cindy Meador of Cindy Meador Interiors is truly a creation of a talented team. “This project is a great example of teamwork and collaboration,” says Meador. “I love working with Bob Chatham and his staff and have worked with him on any number of projects. I really appreciate being able to get involved at the very beginning of a project – when the plans are being drawn – and understanding all the background,” she notes. “It makes for good interaction and good communication among all the players, and everyone feels they have a voice in creating the final product.”
This team of professionals has collaborated a number of times, and with each project, they refine their interaction and communication and develop a synergy that shows in the process and in the end result. Homeowners Clyde and Krista Collins admit they were blown away when they first experienced Chatham’s design process. “Being part of designing our home and having genuine input in just about every aspect was really amazing,” he says. “What we wanted was a modern, functional home, the best possible use of space, and something that truly reflected our tastes. We had never built a house before, so having this team was ideal. The process is that you feed Bob what you think you want, and he dreams up a vision that’s way beyond what you thought you wanted. He can see the whole thing, and he can put it on paper so we can see it too.”
Clyde and Krista Collins played an active role in the project, from the initial drawings to the finished product. They were referred to Meador by relatives, who knew her and were familiar with her work. “Cindy knew what we liked almost right away,” notes Clyde Collins. “We didn’t even know what we wanted until she showed us. I can’t imagine how she keeps it all straight, but she does.” Meador notes that as soon as she saw Chatham’s initial drawings, she was in. “Clyde and Krista have a very modern, edgy style, lots of contrast, no trim, no molding, and dramatic finishes. We were able to give them that feel, that sleek crisp feel, and still inject some warmth, some comfort, into their sleek modern style.” When asked if she has a favorite feature of the home, Meador immediately mentions the unique stairwell mural and the fireplace wall. “This is a real showpiece! I have worked a number of times with a company called Left Bank Art, that can customize just about anything. I saw a tryptic in watercolor on linen, and I had them re-orient the panels from horizontal to vertical and turn them into wallpaper for the . ‘stairwell. I had the same company create the custom wallpaper for the powder room.”
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black ono island featuring a marble countertop, and three gold stools. The backsplash is made of gray tiles. Two pendant lights hang above the island, and a vase with yellow flowers is placed on the countertop.
A modern living room on Ono Island features a wall-mounted TV on a wooden accent wall with a zigzag pattern, a sleek fireplace, a round coffee table with a marble top, and a small vase with white orchids. A contemporary chandelier hangs above, while a beige rug and sofa are partially visible.
A modern living room on Ono Island features a white couch with patterned pillows, a white armchair with a chrome frame, a large abstract black-and-white painting, and a glass coffee table adorned with books and décor. Natural light floods the space through two windows.
A modern bedroom inspired by the serene vibes of Ono Island features a grey upholstered bed with white and patterned pillows and a blue-grey blanket. A matching nightstand with gold handles holds a lamp and abstract artwork on the wall. The room is adorned with minimalistic decor and white curtains.
A modern staircase with black steps and a metal railing is positioned beside a white wall. The wall features an abstract, multicolored mural with fluid, brush-stroke patterns in earthy tones, reminiscent of the natural beauty of Ono Island. Light wooden flooring complements the minimalist design.
A modern living room on Ono Island featuring two abstract, black-and-white paintings on a white wall. Below the artwork are two black swivel chairs and a round coffee table on a geometric-patterned rug. A vase with flowers and a pendant light fixture complete the serene setting.
The open kitchen boasts a dramatic countertop that Meador describes as ‘art in itself,’ and some one-of-a-kind cabinetry detail on the range hood. Some architectural details were added back to the kitchen to add a degree of softness without detracting from the modern lines. “This is one of those things that requires communication among the parties,” Meador notes. “We had built a good foundation of communication and collaboration so we could work together on items like this.” The designer and the homeowners were able to pull together a kitchen that is both fully functional and truly a work of art.
A bonus that is also truly functional and adds a sense of fun to the home came from converting the twin garages on the first level into a bar, game room, and party space, with ample display space for trophy cars and other memorabilia – with the added bonus of direct access to the patio and the infinity pool. This conversion was essentially Clyde Collins’ idea, and it reflects his interests and his sense of fun and hospitality. “It’s definitely not your dad’s garage,” Meador notes. The infinity pool, the spacious porch, and the patio area continue with the stripped-down, architecture-forward, clean modern feel that resonates throughout the home.
Cindy Meador Interiors is located in Orange Beach AL and consists of a showroom offering a wide range of services, including new construction, renovations, and interior makeovers. In addition, there is a retail store, open to the trade and to the public, offering art, accessories, furnishings, and textiles.
A modern bedroom with a large bed featuring a gray upholstered headboard and white quilted bedding. There are multiple pillows, including a floral-patterned one. The room has two windows with white curtains, offering views reminiscent of Ono Island, a nightstand with a lamp and flowers, and a contemporary black and gold chandelier.
A modern staircase landing on Ono Island featuring a stunning abstract wall mural with blue, orange, and gray flowing shapes. The area has light wood flooring and glass railings with black metal frames. The adjacent walls and ceiling are painted white, creating a bright, open space.
A small, modern bathroom on Ono Island features a dark vanity with a white countertop, a rectangular mirror, and a unique, swirling, multicolored wall design behind it. Towels and a green plant are neatly placed on the countertop, with a white door partially open.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black and white marble island with gold barstools, pendant lights, stainless steel appliances, and a black range hood. The dining area features a round table and abstract art on the wall. Flowers and plants decorate the space, adding a touch of Ono Island charm.
A modern open-concept living space featuring a stylish kitchen with high chairs and contemporary lighting fixtures. The adjacent lounge area has sleek furniture, a geometric rug, and hints of Ono Island’s coastal charm. Large sliding glass doors on the right lead to an outdoor space with a rocking chair.
A modern living room on Ono Island features a curved gray sofa, black armchairs, and an abstract painting on the wall. There’s a wall-mounted TV above a built-in fireplace with wood panel accents. A statement chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and decor items adorn the tables.
