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blended family, with six children alto-
gether (only one of the youngest still lives
at home while the rest are young adults)
who visit them often.
The family room is now large and adjacent
to the kitchen with its spacious island. The
upper level was re-planned too, including
the relocation of the primary ensuite and
the addition of a two-story foyer.
Based on a soft white tone for the main
areas, the color palette also comprises
touches of deep black, blue and green
for more depth and drama, such as in
the powder room, sitting room and the
husband's office.
"We used our client's love for moody jewel
tones," says Brown. "We selected a rich
teal blue for the kitchen island and pantry,
and worked in shades of burgundy and
pink for lighter, more feminine accents."
To create a bright, warm and timeless
backdrop, the interior designer chose a
mid-toned oak hardwood with plenty of
texture and character. The house grace-
fully transitions from daytime family life to
evening entertaining thanks to the use of
tactile, approachable materials and simple
elements, combined with luxe fixtures and
eclectic design pieces.
"We drew inspiration from New York and
European apartments, which feature
unique collections of art, furnishings and
decor set against elegant details," says
Brown. "We opted for a casual take on
those interiors, but one where the play
between classic and modern would still
feel fresh and unique."
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