The sunroom has inspired some beautiful photography projects , backgammon playing and cactus-growing . Marina Latham says she ’ s never known a house like it for her plants and cacti ; they are growing and thriving with new shoots . Another stone fireplace keeps the room cozy for year-round use .
Custom bookshelves were another must for the homeowners who are also avid readers . Meridian incorporated built-in bookshelves under the stairs and a window seat nook that turns typically unused spaces into useful destinations while adding architectural interest at the same time .
“ That area was originally intended as access to the crawlspace with a latched door ,” Mitchell says . “ The homeowner decided he ’ d rather have access from outside , which left us an interesting nook to design . The window seat perfectly fits his aesthetic as well as the language of the home .”
Upstairs , four bedrooms each have their own en suite bath and a view . The master bedroom and bath are defined by vaulted ceilings covered with shiplap . A large circular window reminiscent of a ship ’ s porthole offers a stunning view and infuses more nautical ambiance . The huge master bath is airy and spacious enough for a divan perfectly positioned for a sunrise view . The large window floods the expansive glass-walled shower with natural light . “ We love waking up and opening the blinds and
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