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The Language of Home

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A long gallery spans the full length of the residence and effectively bisects it, with the great room on the side facing the view, and the private quarters on the opposite side.

above: Entering the house through modernist glass-and-steel frame doors, one encounters two large bookcases—one at each end of the space. Displaying books, art, and sculptures collected over many years, they give the gallery a sense of permanence and personal history.

opposite: Wood panels connected by narrow battens infuse the axis with warmth and create a rhythmic procession that lends a reassuring regularity from end to end.

The living room combines original architectural details, a snowy high-gloss, hand-brushed paint treatment, and eclectic furnishings.

above: Soft, natural, organic textures in the rug and upholstery ground the room. The sofa’s rich blue velvet gives a deep injection of color, and the accent pillows are

opposite: The contemporary pendant light complements the classic and vintage furniture pieces. The armchair is from the William Gray collection, and Hans

enlivened with Josef Frank textiles.
Wegner designed the daybed.

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