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complement their classic Greenfield Hill Colonial while taking the whole house in the more contemporary direction that they desired. “They were willing to take chances and move beyond the typical Connecticut aesthetic,” says Hodge. “A big challenge was finding the right balance in details and materials so that it would feel warm and comfortable, yet serene.”

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to the ceiling, elongating vertical lines and making the ceilings seem higher. Flanking the stove, open stainless-steel shelves seem to float in the air against an Afyon Sugar Select stone backsplash. An expansive island provides plenty of food-prep space for this family that loves to cook together and gather in the kitchen. The sleek look is carried into a desk space with a white back-painted glass counter and built-in shelves, which “looks very cool and but-toned-up,” notes Hodge. “I strive for a kitchen that feels warm but has clean lines.” Storage, one of the homeowners’ top priorities, is provided in a roomy pantry, reminiscent of a general store, located beside the refrigerator. Gray oak floors with a matte patina provide continuity with the home’s restful color palette and complement the powerful simplicity of this design.

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