The efficient 3,200-square-foot-house has four bedrooms , three full bathrooms ( including the master suite ’ s spaworthy steam shower ) and a sunny conservatory that also acts as dining room , library and screened-in porch . The overall concept nods to the couple ’ s love of classic , timeless themes and all things Italian and Spanish . There wasn ’ t any aspect on which they disagreed , McKinley says .
“ We ’ ve always liked the same kinds of materials . We honeymooned in Italy and brought things from our past into our house . There ’ s nothing trendy .” The cohesive design extends to the kitchen , which Calnen calls a real machine . She ’ s an avid cook and baker , and building from scratch was her opportunity to create a smart , functional layout . Case in point : drawers for the silverware and dishes are at hand when emptying the dishwasher . Also : the high gloss , black pearl granite cooktop , which is almost indestructible , she says . “ It ’ s a workhorse .”
THIS PAGE , ABOVE : The stairway has a walnut railing and iron balustrade ; Benjamin Moore ’ s Linen White ( the formula is cut in half ) adds warmth to the walls . BOTTOM : Kathy Calnen , the firm ’ s designer , and faux painter Karen Oakley refinished the green vintage McGuire dining room chairs , creating a two-tone effect . The wallpaper in the conservatory / dining room is Cole and Son .
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