Living

A George Nakashima chair sits in the corner office off the stair landing.

Plants, an upholstered sofa, and a wood console, chair, and coffee table supply warmth and texture in the understated living area.

The designers painted the walls of the living room bright white and outfitted the space with custom millwork beneath the fireplace and modernist light fixtures and furniture.

From closed off to comfortable, the stairwell is now a special moment in the home. "It's easy to forget but you do spend a lot of time going up and down [stairs] and it should be a pleasant experience," says the architect.

Warm beige plaster and built-in storage, courtesy of the team at Waller Build, keep mess at bay.

The curved microcement wall in the kitchen features open timber shelves for storage.

Lekien outfitted the kitchen with oak cabinetry, pale oak flooring, and ceramic wall tile with a matte finish.

Natural light provides the kitchen with an ethereal quality.

A subdued palette and sumptuous curves help to showcase an epic city view.

In the family room, white walls and integrated storage—with a hidden door that accesses the guest suite—contrast with walnut shelving and insets.

Parlour living room

The white cabinets are from Ikea, topped with ABC Stone Afyon White, honed. Artwork by Kristin Texeira sits atop.

Architect Merritt Amanti Palminteri reinvented her family home to add volume, flow, and infinite charm without changing the footprint.

The homeowners can now perch on a wraparound bench and look out to the backyard. The pendant lights in the corner are from Pop and Scott.