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Works by artists such as Paola Bazz and
Kerri Rosenthal, as well as rugs by Marc
Phillips and Elitis contribute to the serene
and cozy atmosphere.
"We needed to create comfortable areas
for large groups of friends and family to
gather together," says Durrell. "The home
had to function at high usage without
being delicate or frivolous. We wanted to
create a stress-free environment where
the owners and their family could be
together, have fun, and not worry about
the wear and tear on the home."
Both verandas (one on the ground floor
and another upstairs), the terrace and
the pool are just as important as the
interior areas in the owners' embrace of
an island lifestyle where the beauty of the
landscape is part of the everyday.
"The New England vernacular was a key
component to the design in the sense
that it is simple, honoring a combination
of handcrafted elements and furnishings,
shaker cabinetry, oak wood — as scrub
oaks are a tree that thrive here on this
island — and the natural environment,
but we also felt free in being creative
and inspiring our client with innovative
ideas and decorative elements," says
Durrell, who also introduced a hint of rock
'n' roll to offer a new perspective. "Our
objective was to make the homeowners
feel at ease and create an oasis for them,
their family and friends."
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| 10.20.23
