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DINING, FORMAL AND FAMILY-STYLE
(Left) The relatively tight family dining room space posed a bit of a design
challenge. “With the blank wall in the back, I was concerned about visual
interest and storage,” says Stewart. She solved the problem with mirrored
chests that add symmetry and reflect back other elements in the space. The
brass chandelier incorporates elements of a classic old country house, she
says, and adds a lovely contrast to the antiqued silver sconces. (Above) The
breakfast area opens directly onto the kitchen. “This is one of my favorite
rooms ever,” says Stewart, who chose a cheery cream color for the walls.
The table extends to accommodate guests, who are presided over by a small
gallery of oil paintings. “I think about geometry,” she says with respect to
the choice of an orb-shaped chandelier. “I think that if a room is feeling too
rectangular, throwing in something round is important for balance.”
MILLBURN & SHORT HILLS MAGAZINE MAY 2019
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