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Most of the furnishings are from from Globe West.

White kitchens with black countertops don’t have to give a harsh vibe. This crisp, clean, eat-in kitchen boasts high-end appliances from Viking, Bosch, Sub-Zero, and LG. An arched carriage entrance and exposed beams connect the kitchen to this home’s rich past.

A pendant lighting hangs from the almost 11-foot ceiling.

The primary bed features an inset upholstered headboard and floating nightstands within a paneled wall. The timberwork takes cues from the wood slat and panel language throughout the house, while limewashed walls add another level of tactility to the subtle yet rich material palette.

Many of the pieces in the home are crafted by local makers in the Northeast to complement the Madera timber used throughout. The shelves in the study above the bespoke built-in desk by Madera, for example, are by Richard Watson. “I enjoy the simplicity of their design, with just a simple tapered form that adds visual interest to the divisions,” says interior designer Emily Lindberg.

The goal was to create a design language of wooden slats, panels, and battens for a cohesive design thread throughout—even in utilitarian rooms, such as the mudroom. “No matter where you are in the house, this language is apparent,” says architect Ian Starling.

The bespoke timber dining bench allows generous seating and integrated storage. The upholstered back cushions are made from a yellow Rogers & Goffigon fabric with an irregular twisted weave that complements the natural veining in the oak timber. The impressive, tapered dining table is crafted from one slab of walnut by maker Rowan Shaw-Jones and adds an element of drama to the primarily light space.

Mike chose a chic fixture from In Common Width to illuminate the space. “They’re wonderful handmade lights,” he says. A light boucle stool from CB2 makes for a perfect perch.

Parents' Bedroom with Integrated Desk / Window Sill

Seating and storage are combined in this nice cleverly built into the existing bay windows.

The bespoke walnut storage and brass hardware in the principal bedroom was designed by Tang. The lamp is by Noguchi.

The gorgeous den can easily be converted into a bedroom.

The custom-designed white maple modular coffee table can be kept together as one piece, or separated to form stools or smaller tables. "Each of the four cubes is slightly different, with a storage recess or dividing panel for stowing books, magazines, pillows, or other objects," says Thomas.