Stephanie Horton Is at Home in Sag Harbor

Living in Sag Harbor comes with a sense of pride and connection that is hard to find elsewhere. It’s not just the history or the harbor views, it’s the people, the pace, and the way the village holds onto its identity. The homes reflect that too, whether it’s a classic cottage, an old captain’s house, or in Stephanie Horton’s case, a thoughtfully converted barn.

Horton moves at a rapid pace and is a force around town with an impressive career under her belt. Currently senior director of global commerce, retail and U.S. ads marketing at Google, Horton formerly held positions that include CEO at Alexander Wang and chief marketing officer at Farfetch in addition to senior level positions at American Vogue and The New York Times.

With all that said, Horton’s Hamptons residence presents itself as a place that is a calming habitat that provides an essence of home not a hotel. Vibrance of color that plays aesthetically with neutral staple pieces that embody texture is a balancing act that is presented with an understood intention.

Entering the house you immediately explore a formal and proper sitting room that was a main selling point for Horton as it resembles the layout and essence of her grandmother’s house in Nashville. Understanding lines and veering away from clutter is a part of Horton’s design aesthetic. She collaborated with interior designer Melinda Orlie-Katsiris from Ollie Katsiris Staging and Design to deliver the finished product.

Colorful artwork plays a key role not only in the elegant sitting room that has a brilliant accent of design, but also throughout the entire residence.

The sitting room exhibits works by Mickalene Thomas and Rebecca Moses, flowing into the more actively casual living room where pieces by Cherry Pope and Nate Lewis present their summoned presence. The dining room showcases a work by Stephen Arbiter, and the primary bedroom is graced with a David Antonio Cruz masterpiece.

The white kitchen is bold and bright and was constructed to be an additional social space and not neglected, bringing extra comfort to guests. Boasting a large farm sink, it is intended to be utilized and an active beating heart of the property.

Black and white floral wallpaper was installed in her office and brings a prominent presence in what could be considered a beach house. This is where the depth and playfulness comes into charismatic fruition.

Outdoor dinner parties are a must for Horton, which leads visitors to the shed that is a converted space and used as an entertainment room. Restoration Hardware heavily outfits the room and brings a calming depth with sleek lines.

High ceilings remain from the original structure in the primary bedroom, where an old-fashioned fan makes its own remarks adding to the narrative of the house’s eclectic design.

Commenting on living out east, Horton shared, “It’s the best of both worlds. You can rest and reboot where I decompress taking my morning walks by the bay, taking myself out of the crazy pace of New York City. On the other hand, there are plenty of events to go to that keep me active when I desire.”

Actively involved in organizations and companies that include The New Museum, Fashion Tech Connects and The Face Gym, Horton is an adamant advocate for women in the workplace and sure does make her mark.

In the end, Horton’s Sag Harbor home is a reflection of what many who live here value. Balance, intention and a deep appreciation for both beauty and substance come to mind. It’s not about flash, but about creating a space that feels personal and grounded. Like the village itself, her home speaks to a quieter kind of luxury; one rooted in character, connection, and the comfort of truly being at home.