Interior Design: Mikhail Dantes Construction: Beck Building Company / Scott Amaral Engineer: Malouff Engineering / Bob Malouff Landscape Architect : Mike Eagleton

Living Room: Bunny Williams Inc., Brian J. McCarthy Inc., David Kleinberg Design Associates Photo by: Rikki Snyder © 2012 Houzz

dark red walls, chocolate velvet chesterfield sofa, gold framed mirror, red chinoiserie box table, traditional red rug

The key living spaces of this mountainside house are nestled in an intimate proximity to a granite outcrop on one side while opening to expansive distant views on the other. Situated at the top of a mountain in the Laurentians with a commanding view of the valley below; the architecture of this house was well situated to take advantage of the site. This discrete siting within the terrain ensures both privacy from a nearby road and a powerful connection to the rugged terrain and distant mountainscapes. The client especially likes to watch the changing weather moving through the valley from the long expanse of the windows. Exterior materials were selected for their tactile earthy quality which blends with the natural context. In contrast, the interior has been rendered in subtle simplicity to bring a sense of calm and serenity as a respite from busy urban life and to enjoy the inside as a non-competing continuation of nature’s drama outside. An open plan with prismatic spaces heightens the sense of order and lightness. The interior was finished with a minimalist theme and all extraneous details that did not contribute to function were eliminated. The first principal room accommodates the entry, living and dining rooms, and the kitchen. The kitchen is very elegant because the main working components are in the pantry. The client, who loves to entertain, likes to do all of the prep and plating out of view of the guests. The master bedroom with the ensuite bath, wardrobe, and dressing room also has a stunning view of the valley. It features a his and her vanity with a generous curb-less shower stall and a soaker tub in the bay window. Through the house, the built-in cabinets, custom designed the bedroom furniture, minimalist trim detail, and carefully selected lighting; harmonize with the neutral palette chosen for all finishes. This ensures that the beauty of the surrounding nature remains the star performer.

Principal Designer Danielle Wallinger reinterpreted the design of this former project to reflect the evolving tastes of today’s clientele. Accenting the rich textures with clean modern pieces the design transforms the aesthetic direction and modern appeal of this award winning downtown loft. When originally completed this loft graced the cover of a leading shelter magazine and was the ASID residential/loft design winner, but was now in need of a reinterpreted design to reflect the new directions in interiors. Through the careful selection of modern pieces and addition of a more vibrant color palette the design was able to transform the aesthetic of the entire space.

construction - goldberg general contracting, inc. interiors - sherry koppel design photography - Steve hall / hedrich blessing

Once Inside, this linear element continues as an architectural ledge in the entry before turning into the kitchen countertop. From there, it continues on to serve as a slim desk and finally ends as a built-in media cabinet. Photo: Jim Bartsch

Open flow through the living room to the deck.

Interior Design - Anthony Catalfano Interiors General Construction and custom cabinetry - Woodmeister Master Builders Photography - Gary Sloan Studios

French Country masterpiece featured in the NW Natural Street of Dreams, Portland, OR. Photo by Bob Greenspan

An olive green feature wall is a stunning contrast to the modern grey units in this kitchen/dining room. www.adriennechinn.co.uk Photos: Magdalena Plewa-Ould