From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Gym
The second-floor gym is designed for the entire family’s use. The stairs descend to the kitchen on the first floor. The gym stretches over the length of the entire attached […]
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Bar
The bar in one corner of the living room features cushioned stools and a foot rail for comfortable lounging.
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Master Bedroom
A two-level tray ceiling adorns the master bedroom. The fireplace, with a marble surround and hearth, is built into a paneled wall for an Old World ambience. The bed is […]
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Closet
HER CLOSET | An island in the wife’s closet includes drawers for folded clothing and a top where she can gather everything she needs for the day. HIS CLOSET | […]
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Library
The library is designed to work also as a billiards room. A pool table sits under a coffered ceiling with a central octagonal dome. The room features rich paneled walls, […]
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Foyer
The two-story foyer is a dramatic introduction to the rest of the home. Architect Jim O’Brien says it’s more decorative than “vernacular farmhouse,” the style of the home. “We consciously […]
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Living Room
A deep coffered ceiling is just part of the extensive architectural detailing in the living room. A fireplace with a marble surround has a carved cherry mantel with columns and […]
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Pantry
The extensive decorative detailing of the white cabinetry extends to the butler’s pantry, which lies across the gallery from the kitchen and offers access to the dining room at right.
From the October/November 2019 Issue
A Fire Turns into a Blessing for this Full House – Main Kitchen
The kitchen has the most decorative detailing in the home, O’Brien says. The white cabinetry bears elaborate molding. An oak-stained island matches the ceiling beams. The floor is a random-sized […]