This area is open-plan so the sofa acts as a divider between here and the entrance.
Solapa coffee tables, Stua. Cozy swivel chair, West Elm. Reese sofa, Room & Board. XYZ chandelier, Akacharliestudio
KITCHEN
A central, black-wood-clad ‘cube’ was added to this floor to house a pantry, mudroom and WC. The pantry keeps the cook space clutter=free.
Bespoke cabinetry, Mowery Marsh Architects (MMA), built by Charles Cimmino Woodworking
LIVING AREA
‘We added a lounge space in the kitchen because that’s where everybody gathers,’ says interior designer Elaine Santos. ‘We always want to think about the end-user and we knew Christa really loves reading so we carved this space out for her.’
Nord Balsam Green chairs, Article. Stowe side table, West Elm
Home profile
THE OWNERS
Christa Peters, a full-time mum, and her husband Darren Smith, who works in financial services, and their two daughters Bea, 10, and Elise, eight.
THE PROPERTY
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