The Calores wanted to give their guests something to talk about , so naturally , they ’ re greeted with bright custom-upholstered zebra-print barstools illuminated by accent lighting under the bar counter . This is no shocking surprise from the couple ’ s classic style with a modern twist , as they love to travel and design their home around what they love most about hotel life . For visitors , the room ’ s contrast with the main house ’ s flat ceilings encourages you to look up . Originally , the homeowners wanted to create a balcony for the master suite on the second floor , but prioritized a more open , inviting space , calling for a gabled roof . The bright white ceiling contrasts against the exposed support beams , all custom stained , detailed and wrapped on-site , paying homage to the half-timber aesthetic from the original home ’ s exterior .
An oversized hand-carved stone mantel sits on the far wall , providing a subtle complement with texture and grace . At proximity , one appreciates the extraordinary craftsmanship , but from afar , it allows the rest of the room to shine . The design was never meant to be overly complex : The open space , showpiece custom bar and double French doors leading out to a walk-out patio suit just about any affair . Red House added carefully placed , low-slung windows to bring in the maximum amount of natural light and emphasize the height of the space . Casement windows designed with thin black sashes and classic but minimal millwork tie in to the flooring and dark paint of the wraparound bar .
The sleek bar offers L-shaped seating for six , designed to encourage conversation . Mercury glass behind shelving reflects in-cabinet lighting to capture the feeling of an upscale cocktail bar , something the Calores wanted to bring home from their travels . They handpicked every detail in the space , something they have always enjoyed doing as a couple , Aili says .
Leading out to the patio are two sets of outswinging French doors that can be propped open for indoor-outdoor gatherings . When designing the patio and landscape , the Calores wanted one cohesive entertaining space . Red House met that desire with in-house architectural and interior design and partnered with a landscape designer , Anjali Joshi , who worked
OPPOSITE PAGE : A spacious great room leads to the outdoor patio for easy indoor / outdoor entertaining . THIS PAGE : The hotel-quality bar is a nod to the couple ' s travels .
“ One of the most rewarding things we do is help clients with a long-term vision of what is possible with a home .
We love helping clients to master plan their family ' s future .”
— JUSTIN ZELLER , Red House founder and project developer
directly under the main project designer . The rear landscaping reflects that in the front yard , both done by Landscape Creations of Rhode Island . They wanted landscaping to surround the home to showcase the beauty of the work they ’ ve done . The level of landscaping to the backyard was much more intense than the front and required drawn landscape design and engineering . In the end , the team was able to accomplish continuity and symmetry in design .
“ Red House was a conduit between us and Landscape Creations , which was pretty important in order to be cohesive in design ,” Michael Calore says . “ Having [ the two ] working in parallel with one another was critical to ensure that every sightline and angle , from the interior to the exterior , were considered for the project .”
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