Modern High Rise

Marguerite Rodgers combined four apartments on the 31st floor of the I. M. Pei designed Society Hill Towers to create a very personal family home for Meg Rodgers, her husband, architect James Timberlake, their two children and four cats. Sophisticated, comfortable, and warm, the residence reflects Asian influences and modern classics alike. Furnishings include pieces by George Nakashima, Wharton Esherick, Hans Wegner, Jens Risom, Jean-Michel Frank, and Frank Gehry, to name a few. Louis Kahn's paintings, Esherick prints, fine art, and objects reflect Meg’s passion for collecting and traveling to create the soul of their home. The expansive interior with floor-to-ceiling exterior glass walls is influenced by Japanese teahouses. The den and children’s rooms are accessed through sliding translucent glass doors that partition the rooms from an end-to-end perimeter hallway that connects the children’s wing to the rest of the condominium. The hall, with long views of the skyline, leads to the kitchen, dining/living room, James’ office/sitting room, and the master bedroom suite. Deeply inspired by the serenity of Asian design, the purposeful cabinetry and custom furniture are by Marguerite Rodgers.

  • Lighting Design: Sean O'Connor Lighting
  • Contractor: Phillip Johnson Construction
  • Kitchen Design: Joanne Hudson
  • Photography: Peter Aaron Architectural Photography / OTTO
A modern hallway with dark wood floors, white walls, and framed art. A wooden table holds a potted plant with yellow flowers, books, and art. Recessed lights and city lights are visible through windows at the end of the hallway.
Narrow gallery hallway with framed architectural drawings and sketches hanging in neat rows on white walls under track lighting, leading to another small exhibit area visible in the distance.
Modern living room at sunset with large windows overlooking a cityscape. Room features light-colored sofas, a chaise lounge, books and candles on tables, art on walls, and warm lighting. Neutral palette with touches of gold and decorative pillows.
A stylish living room with a wooden coffee table, beige sofas with pillows, books, orchids, candles, framed art on cream walls, a dining table with chairs, red cabinets, modern kitchen, and large windows letting in natural light.
Red cabinets frame a dark countertop holding liquor bottles, a vase with red berries, a tray of colorful glasses, and two lamps. A mirror behind reflects artwork, books, and decor, adding depth to the warm, vibrant setting.
Spacious, modern living room with cream armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a chaise lounge, and floor-to-ceiling windows showing a city view at sunset. Red accent cabinet, books, flowers, decorative items, and dining area visible in the background. 298 characters.
Modern kitchen with wood island, stools, wine, cheese, chalkboard menu, stove, and open living area. Glass windows show a cityscape at sunset. Soft lighting, flowers, and decor create a cozy, elegant atmosphere. Dining area and lounge visible in the background.
A modern apartment dining and living area at sunset with a city skyline view through floor-to-ceiling windows. A round wooden table with chairs is centered, and the space features cozy lighting, artwork, and decorative shelves. Wooden column says LOVE..
A cozy room with an orange accent wall covered in cat-themed artwork, a beige sofa with patterned pillows, and a woven leather chair. Sunlight streams through a hallway, leading to a distant room with large windows and city views.
Modern living room with large windows, city view, dark couches, a striped rug, wooden shelves with books and decor, a desk with a laptop, two armchairs, a coffee table, and an orange cat sitting on a dark ottoman.
Modern living room with dark wood paneling, a TV above a fireplace showing a cartoon, two brown chairs by the fire, game boards and dominoes on a coffee table, bookshelves with decor, and a striped rug. A chrome arc lamp hangs over the seating area.
A modern hotel room with large windows showing a city skyline, neutral-colored walls, a king bed with taupe bedding, two armchairs, a marble-topped table with white flowers, wall art, shelves with decor, and a ceiling light fixture.
A cozy study with a wooden desk, gray chair, books, photos, a lamp, an orchid, and abstract wall art. A bed is partially visible on the left, and a tall floor lamp stands to the right, softly lighting the warm, textured wall behind.
A luxurious walk-in closet with dark wood cabinets, a small TV on the counter, robes hanging on a hook, open doorways leading to more closet space with shelves, drawers, storage baskets, and clothes neatly organized. An orchid is on the counter.
A spacious, dark wood walk-in closet features hanging clothes, folded sweaters, shoes, and accessories. A central island holds a laptop, flowers, and jewelry. A doorway leads to a bathroom with a double vanity and mirrors. A framed painting hangs above.
Modern bathroom with a square soaking tub, orchid plants, and large mirrors above dark wood paneling. To the left, a walk-in closet with city views is visible; to the right, a glass shower with marble walls and a white bench.
Modern bathroom with double white sinks, dark wood cabinets, wall-mounted faucets, mirrors above sinks, tissue box, towels, and a view into a spacious adjoining room with a tub, orchid plant, and large mirrors reflecting natural light.
A modern, sunlit apartment hallway with large windows and city views. A cozy childrens nook with toys and books, a furry chair, and a small white dog sits to the left on a red-striped rug. Light streams in, creating long shadows.
A cozy bedroom with a striped rug, bed with stuffed animals, guitar, bookshelves, rocking chair, and toys. Large windows show a city and river view. Walls have art, and a fuzzy chair sits near a lamp and desk under soft lighting.
A cozy bedroom with a red and brown color scheme. A bed with a red striped blanket sits center, with a teddy bear on top. To the left, shelves display toy cars; to the right, a large red dresser holds various items. There is art on the walls and soft, warm lighting.
A modern loft bedroom with a sunset city view, a bed below and a bunk above, both with red and brown striped bedding. A large stop sign hangs above the lower bed, surrounded by plush toys. Warm lighting creates a cozy atmosphere.
A narrow modern hallway with large windows on the left, dark wood floors, built-in shelves and cabinets on the right, glass panels, a black-and-white cat sitting on the floor, and a yellow spotted sculpture of an animal atop a wooden cabinet.
A small bathroom with dark wood paneling, an ornate vanity, a round metal sink, a wall-mounted faucet, a potted plant under a mirror, and painted wallpaper featuring trees and mountains in an Asian-inspired style. The toilet is partially visible on the right.
A wooden shelf holds a decorative lamp with white floral patterns, a dark sculpture, a drawer with metal handles, and a large textured natural object. The background features a wall mural with trees and hills, creating a serene, traditional ambiance.