In New York about two hours north of New York City, architecture and interiors firm BarlisWedlick created an eclectic compound designed to suit a client with an idiosyncratic wish list. In the kitchen, a custom Stickbulb LED lamp hangs above a kitchen island topped by concrete from Get Real Surfaces. The cabinets and island feature a modern version of a traditional board and batten siding that are given an even more contemporary feel with the concrete countertop.

A George Nelson pendant hangs in the reconfigured entrance hall, whose stairs echo the concrete steps off the back deck.

In the living room, the painting is by Geoff McFetridge and the wood paneling is original to the house. “Jewel-y color and simple shapes—they feel right in this house,” says interior designer Jessica Helgerson.

In the kitchen, custom walnut cabinetry and Caesarstone counters are paired with Bertoia stools and Ikea pendant lamps.

In the living room, an 18th century jajim, purchased in Istanbul, hangs behind a Molteni & C sofa covered in woven linen with mohair pillows. The wool rug is from California Carpets.

The Hanger Folding Chair from Umbra Shift is an innovative chair that calls to one of the most classic storage systems—a simple clothes hanger. Able to fold and hang for storage, this chair is available in several cheerful colors.

Hang-It-All Coat Rack by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, $199.

A chandelier hangs over the high ceiling in the living room. The deck outside is made from ipe and the living room flooring is by Interceramic.

In the study, an oil painting by David Kroll, one of the artists represented by Sette's gallery hangs above a Le Corbusier daybed.

Karen White, David MacNaughtan, and their sons, Griffin and Finlay, hang out on the front deck, which lines up next to the neighbors' porch.

"The ceiling moldings were kept to create a sense of intimacy, and to blend the home’s classical style with the modern look of the kitchen," architect Maxime Moreau says. A PH Snowball light pendant by Louis Poulsen illuminates the living room, and a gas fireplace by Foyer Universel keeps it warm, with a mirror above the fireplace allowing light to bounce around the space.

Gunnar Knechtel Photography, Italy, Sicily, Town: Syracuse, Island of Ortigia. The house of Francesco Moncada,. The second floor of Francescos house , dinning area.Francesco, his brother Alberto and Mafalda having lunch photographed on the 27+28,12.2010 for Dwell Magazine

Though designed for children, Charles and Ray Eames' Hang-It-All coat rack suits modernists of any age. Herman Miller also offers the playful piece in all-white or all-black models.

The Hang Around cooking set designed by KiBiSi for Muuto.

A narrow terrace—one of three—hangs precariously over the street.

People-watching at the casual hang-out L’Autre Café.

Men hang out on the street in Chinatown’s market area.

In the bedroom, a "scarecrow" crafted by the Goodmans' grandson Eli hangs on the wall.

Tidy shelving provides perfect storage for Phaidon’s Art and Ideas series. Joseph Albers prints hang in the background.

The Wegner CH22 was donated to the home by Joyce and Richard Opdahl. A huge axonometrical rendering by Philo Jacobson hangs in the background.

A small room divider offers a place to hang Cathy’s painting Pelevision, which was inspired by her first trip to the island.

The bedroom contains an ingenious closet system similar to library stacks. These large sliding cabinets open up to make way for Zulaikha and Laurence as they hang their clothes or access anything else kept in storage.

In the master bedroom, a Droog Milk Bottle lamp hangs next to a Fluttua Bed designed by Daniele Lago. An artwork by Brooke Westlund hangs over a custom pet door for the client’s dog, Kona.

An Arteriors Wahlburg Chandelier hangs over the kitchen countertop.

Reka pendant lamps hang from the ceiling.

The Single Octopus chandelier, designed by Autoban, hangs in the kitchen of Çağlar's Istanbul apartment.

A Bertjan Pot pendant lamp hangs above the dining table.

A trio of original artworks by Andrea hang above the Rejuvenation bed in the primary bedroom. A pair of Industry West Cane Wardrobes provide storage.

A vintage Bulgarian poster hangs above a Blue Dot console and Missoni bowl.

Inside the exhibition hall, oversize covers of past dwell issues hang overhead.

A view from above offers a glimpse of the pool that hangs on the edge of the sprawling patio.

Evidence of the children’s burgeoning furniture collection is found in their room, which features an Eames Hang-It-All (not shown) and a bed/crib by Stokke.

Miha hangs out with Kea, the dog, on the wooden deck that extends the living space outdoors.

Flos lighting hangs over a BluDot dining room table with Hay dining chairs.

A painting by Ginger’s grandmother hangs above a midcentury dining set Ginger found on Craigslist.

In the dining area, a Guild chandelier hangs above a table and chairs from Carl Hansen.