A Sea of Tranquility-Entryway

The clients wanted their newly constructed vacation home to feel like it had been there for many years. An entry door features transom windows. “We got the idea from a […]

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A Sea of Tranquility-Kitchen

Neutral tones carry over from other rooms into the kitchen, where the only pop of color comes from the light blue cushions on the stools at the island.

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A Sea of Tranquility-Guest Bathroom

“The guest bathroom is quite large but purposefully so,” designer Kelly Mericle says. “It’s designed to be accessible for elderly visitors.”

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A Sea of Tranquility-Hallway

Artwork in a corridor features a riot of bold colors. “We wanted to break up the long hallway,” designer Kelly Mericle says, “to create a moment to pause and have […]

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Character Study-Kitchen Photo 3

Glasses and pitchers line the floating shelves in one corner of the kitchen, with a sink and nearby refrigerator adding to its convenience as a center for pouring drinks.

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Contemporary Edge-Family Room

The porcelain stone fireplace façade “has an organic feel” that echoes the natural patterns found in nature, designer Yelena Gerts says. Reclaimed veneer was used to construct the built-in shelving […]

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Character Study-Kitchen

The family loves to gather and cook in the kitchen, which is equipped with two islands, including one with an iron base that adds a lighter feel than if it […]

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A Sea of Tranquility-Dining Room

The family entertains often, so the long dining room table gets plenty of use. The light blue/green tone of the Phillip Jeffries wall covering complements the muted colors found elsewhere […]

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Character Study-Bunk Room

A bunk room, sketched by designer Wendi Jay and interpreted by builder Matthew Pappas, is a cozy spot to read or nap before heading back outdoors. Built-in drawers and doors […]

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