It’s Mourning in America

Remember when Jenna Lyon’s dreamy Park Slope home came up for sale back in 2011 and real estate enthusiasts alike released a collective swoon and sigh? Well, we can all be horribly envious of Vince Clarke, founder of Depeche Mode, and his wife Tracy Martin, CEO of the Morbid Anatomy Museum – the new owners of the 4000 square foot, four story townhouse. And it gets even better. The couple has transformed the space, with the help of firm Roman and Williams, into a stunning Victorian style residence with a wonderfully eclectic mix of antique furniture and other dark but tasteful curiosities.

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(images via New York Times)

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15 Comments

  1. glamdevils wrote:

    I’m envious indeed! Wow I wish it were mine 😀

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    xx Mira

    http://www.glamdevils.com

    3.20.15
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  2. Namrata wrote:

    Ugh, ridiculously gorgeous!

    Namrata
    http://seasoncheck.blogspot.com

    3.20.15
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  3. Kristin wrote:

    That’s all Roman and Williams designed, FYI.

    3.20.15
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    • Erica wrote:

      @Kristin, thank you – I’ve edited it to credit them.

      3.20.15
  4. Bucky L wrote:

    Beautiful modern take on Victorian.

    3.20.15
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  5. Amazing house love every room… i would have added a colorful piece from connanjl.com to get a touch of warm..and travel…http://ultra-frenchartist.tumblr.com
    xoxo
    Yael Guetta

    http://www.ftwwl.com

    3.20.15
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  6. mun wrote:

    The details are amazing.

    3.20.15
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  7. Paula wrote:

    It’s like crack for an interior design enthusiast. I love every inch of it.

    ♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.
    http://shoe-fiend.blogspot.co.nz/

    3.20.15
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  8. Louise wrote:

    ahhhhhhhh stunning <3 no words needed

    http://thefacelessstyle.blogspot.com

    3.21.15
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  9. Yeah, there are some really interesting details / elements! 🙂

    http://streetlounge.blogspot.com/

    3.22.15
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  10. I seriously love.

    4.11.19
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  11. moharm90 wrote:

    This post was such an enjoyable read! Jenna Lyon’s Park Slope townhouse was already iconic, but learning how Vince Clarke and Tracy Martin transformed it into a Victorian-inspired residence makes it even more fascinating. The collaboration with Roman and Williams clearly brought out the best in antique design and dark, tasteful details. It’s inspiring to see how eclectic pieces and vintage furniture can completely redefine a modern living space while keeping so much character.kingswood contractor

    8.18.25
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