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was restricted to the foot print of the ranch house he nevertheless, designed a grand, impressive villa. A courtyard fronts the five-arched verandah reached via an elaborate set of 12-foot wide sandstone topped steps on field stone base. An arched window above the two-stories adds interest and its function is revealed once in the spacious foyer. The extraordinary entrance foyer with its two-story expanse features mahogany trusses, rough hewn finished to look antique, appear to hold up the walls and are further highlighted by rows of skylights.
Wide hallways showcase the Romanesque arches, prevalent throughout. The Romanesque theme of arches is carried throughout the house. The living room, dining room combination is set off on a wing of its own. Rose explains the requirements of her client in that comfort and casual appeal was highly valued. Striped silk drapes hang from hand painted bamboo poles, framing attractive and unusual tortoise shell woven blinds. The stone fireplace features oversized sconces and dark wood beams carry the Mediterranean theme. Chenille fabrics on sofas offer a textured appeal. Rich Venetian accessory tables are inlaid and rest on splendid pastel oriental area rugs. The large inlaid dining room table is resplendent underneath a massive gilt and black wood chandelier. Damask upholstered chairs add elegance as does the marble topped commode. This combination living/dining is a handsome setting indeed providing entertainment flexibility.
Large windows and patio doors in the expansive kitchen and adjacent family room reveal the magnificent view of the Sound, the Manhattan skyline, the pool, patio, dock and barbeque cabana. Rose mentioned that the kitchen cabinets and bathroom fixtures and decor are in collaboration with interior designer Diane Marks. The state-of-the-art kitchen and cabinetry signify an understanding of the stylistic period desired. A kitschy Manhattan skyline tile backsplash above the Wolf stove is the only irreverence. A pair of giant ceramic eggplants draw one's eye to the center isle, terracotta and taupe drapes add the de rigueur Mediterranean colors as well as a pair of urns in the vibrant, colorful majolica-style ceramics with that piercing blue accent, all adding a hint of whimsy. Running parallel with the kitchen is a wine room, access by permission only, according Rose. Here is the ultimate in wine storage, not to mention
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