The fireplace core, which is open on both sides to the living room and here in the kitchen, had been covered in sheetrock. The design team exposed the original brick adding character and period-appropriate authenticity to the rooms. Photo 3 of 11 in Before & After: A Midcentury Lakeside Home Receives a Stunning New Look

Before & After: A Midcentury Lakeside Home Receives a Stunning New Look

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The fireplace core—which is open to two sides: the living room and here in the kitchen—had been covered in sheetrock. The design team exposed the original brick, which instantly added character and period-appropriate authenticity to the rooms.