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Beautiful board and batten siding along the addition is constructed with low maintenance cement board and paired with authentic stucco , adding a layer of visual complexity to the design while complementing the timber elements of the original Tudor-style home . Originally , the design called for the use of stone veneer along the addition ’ s foundation and at the patio retaining wall , but Red House suggested minimizing the application of stone veneer to strategic focal points and opting for stucco instead . This helped keep costs down without jeopardizing the integrity of the design , which , for an addition this grand , was a bonus .

The homeowners host six to eight large-scale dinner parties each year , and in warmer months want to be able to expand into multiple spaces . When the doors are open , it allows for an indoor / outdoor flow between the great room and terrace , maximizing lounge space and creating flexible dining options . The firepit on the lower terrace is more suitable for intimate conversation away from the bustling indoor fireplace lounge and bar . However , guests wouldn ’ t be entirely secluded , as the large windows on each side of the interior fireplace overlook the space .
While the Calores bask in the beauty of the design , the most rewarding feedback is about the continuity of the space , both between the main home and addition as well as the exterior . Guests often say , “ We just can ’ t believe how much this feels like this has always been here ,” a compliment to all parties involved in the design process . The final product is a home of many projects over the years that look like they were constructed all at the same time .
“[ It ’ s ] a true testament to that collaboration and longtime vision and planning that differentiates Red House from others ,” Michael Calore says . “ Taking the bones of the home and being able to see its potential , it ’ s a pretty incredible vision .” ◆
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