The back of the kitchen’s pantry serves double duty as the stairwell wall, which features a painted mural by prince. The alcove below holds a four-panel screen of the four seasons originally painted for Mead’s grandparents as a memento of their life in france. In the distance, pale green solar Tex shades help block the sun’s rays while imparting an airy, nautical feel to the home’s interior. above right: The galley-style kitchen was designed for maximum efficiency. below: The home’s airiness is also achieved by the illusion of the uninterrupted flow of space from indoors to out, thanks to glass partitions and the extension of the outdoor sheet metal walls into the home. opposite: The living area with its picture window fireplace “mantel” and cedar plywood walls, which have the added benefit of not showing nail holes, allowing Mead and penhall to switch out their artwork frequently.
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