M
A
R
K
E
T
have." The space is anchored by a dramatic
fireplace—"the heart of the home," she notes—
while vaulted ceilings and European white oak
floors, in 9-inch-wide planks, bring warmth to
the sophisticated coastal aesthetic.
EVERYDAY EASE, TO THE MAX
This isn't merely a showcase home; it's
designed for the everyday realities of modern
family life. Being a mother who also closely
observes how local families actually live, Terrasi
created what she calls a "shape-shifting" resi-
dence that adapts to various configurations.
The six bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms are stra-
tegically distributed across three levels, with
thoughtful placement that considers everything
from au pairs to aging parents who might need
accessibility.
The middle floor houses four bedrooms,
including an office-guest room near the front
entrance for professional meetings, while a dedi-
cated playroom opens to the side yard.
Terrasi's attention to lifestyle details borders
on obsessive—in the best possible way. Through-
out the floorplan, there are countless details
embedded to make life easier. Steps from the
entrance, an elevator shuttles people and pack-
ages between floors. Storage abounds ("you
can never have too much storage," the designer
points out), and the laundry room, positioned
near the entrance, doubles as a mudroom.
An exterior bathroom door allows surfers and
beach-goers to rinse off without tracking sand
through the house. The kitchen boasts two sinks
and two dishwashers—one set for entertaining,
7.25.25 | DIGS.NET 53
