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Solk used specialty materials and products judiciously in the house. Since the family likes to cook, the kitchen became a focal point. The backsplash tile is from Heath Ceramics, the appliances are Fisher & Paykel, and the custom millwork is maple, a wood Solk likes for its affordability and how it feels more casual than oak or walnut. “This is a weekend house, it’s on the water, kids are running in and out all the time,” Solk says. “It should feel at ease.”

Burgundy Heath tile envelops one wall in the powder room, which is part of the entry. The industrial-style polished steel sink is from Lacava and the sconce is by In Common With.

In the kitchen, Bontempo cabinetry by Armazem Design complements iceberg quartzite slabs for counters and backsplash. The pendants are by Matter Made.

The salon faces the street and enjoys many period-specific details, including a decorative plaster ceiling medallion fabricated by Decorator's Supply Chicago, built-in bookshelves, and a stone mantel. The loveseat is a vintage Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.

Across bedrooms and bathrooms, the couple encouraged their children weigh in on colors.

Jahanshahi helped the family save costs by designing a playful bathroom for the boys that includes subway tile, red grout, and materials from Ikea.

For the renovated primary bathroom, Jahanshahi sourced stone that he likens to an “abstract expressionist piece.”

The renovated entry features terrazzo tile and a miniature “mudroom” that contains concealed cubbies for each family member.

Picture rails make it easy to hang photos and prints, and the couple can quickly swap them out without leaving holes in the wall.

Josh Kjenner's design devoted a majority of the square footage to ground-floor public areas: a combined living-dining-kitchen area that's conducive to entertaining. The kitchen stools are by Bouclair.