The new structure takes full advantage of natural light. The ceilings were lifted to 10 feet on the first floor and 14 feet on the second — a change that made a big difference in the home's feel. The budget for both the interior and the exterior design was limited, so the team had to get creative when it came to style. Luckily, the homeowners gave them almost free rein. Their one specific demand was that the walls be covered in white boards. The walls in the open living room, dining room and kitchen are made of horizontal 1-inch-by-10-inch butt joint paneling.Rug: GDC Home; couch: Hickory Chair; pillows: Thomas Paul for Duralee, Schumacher