Peachy the Magazine Fall 2016 | Page 25

INTERIORS One of Smith’s favorite elements of the design is the front porch and entry hall, which has a lower than typical ceiling (9 feet, 6 inches) for a cozy welcome, before stepping up into the living room with a soaring 12-foot ceiling. This room also includes a 17- by 11-foot wall of French doors with transoms to create a wall of glass for the view. Smith says, “It’s all about the view. There are so many places in this house you can go, and each one provides a completely different view depending on your desired mood or activity.” The family is drawn to spend much of their time on the porch throughout most of the seasons. With seamless access between the kitchen, the formal breakfast dining nook and the porch, they often grill outside to maximize the mountain experience. FALL 2016 23