Passion Project-Kitchen

The wall between the kitchen and the dining room was removed to create one long eat-in space suitable for casual contemporary living. The kitchen is architect and homeowner Anastasia Harrison’s […]

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Passion Project-Primary bathroom

“I was inspired by the French doors because they are magnificent,” architect and homeowner Anastasia Harrison says of the design in the light and airy primary bathroom. “I wanted them […]

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Makeover Magic-Powder Room

The enlarged powder room showcases statement pieces such as a handmade vanity and unique tilework that mimics industrial rivets on the main wall. “We carefully laid these out to ensure […]

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Makeover Magic-Lounge

Converting a kids’ playroom into a sophisticated adult cocktail lounge and reading room “has given us an opportunity to have more grown-up space now that our boys are older,” the […]

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Passion Project-Family room

The family room is a 1980s addition. “It felt like 1985,” architect and homeowner Anastasia Harrison says. “So we put wood on the ceiling and stained it a custom color […]

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Passion Project-Dining area

The built-in cabinets in the dining area are original to architect and homeowner Anastasia Harrison’s circa-1905 residence. A wall was removed to open the dining area to the kitchen, seen […]

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Makeover Magic-Stairwell

In the stairwell, existing Prairie-style window trim was painted black for emphasis. Together with new railings and posts, the transformation creates a “striking focal point” in the heart of the […]

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