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New York designers Talitha Liu and Lexi Tsien took cues from the shared kitchens in Soviet communal apartments to create a functional but flexible space where Liz and Adam could host dinner parties, work on craft projects, or do a quick tarot reading.

Chairs from Dietiker surround an expandable table from Kave Home.

A side chair by Norman Cherner with its back overlooking the golf course.

Marble was used on the kitchen island, complimented by walnut cabinetry and butcher-block countertop, as well as a backsplash of ceramic tile.

The lounge area, now with sandstone flooring, is comfortable in even colder weather. "Last year, we had Christmas lunch on the rooftop,