Tucked into a corner of the kitchen area is a spiral staircase that was retrieved from the burned ruins of a 16th century French castle and retrofitted for current building codes. The children enjoy using the staircase which leads to the upstairs playroom.
Photo Credit: Knotting Hill Interiors
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Classic Informality A traditionally designed New York home combines formal and informal spaces to suit a busy family's lifestyle
Photographer: Roger William Photography
Interior Designer: Sandra Oster
Both of these houses were on the Cool House Tour of 2008. They were newly constructed homes, designed to fit into their spot in the neighborhood and to optimize energy efficiency. They have a bit of a contemporary edge to them while maintaining a certain warmth and "homey-ness".
Project Design by Mark Lind
Project Management by Jay Gammell
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