Van Etten Project

Westchester, New York

Client story - where it all came from

Whole house, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath interior renovation + partial exterior

The client’s engineer report allowed us to contend with structural concerns and identify any other potential issues, and then reimagine the interior space so that it’s more suitable and better functioning for todays’ style of living that also honors the architecture, our clients and the architecture of the home.

The main level was too segmented and on the second level there wasn’t a true “master suite”. The vaulted ceiling in the living room however was an inspiration to relocate the dining room there allowing the kitchen to do what it does best; be the main hub of the home replete with a large island and breakfast nook.

The clients were definitely a source of inspiration having an eye for style and a keen sense of what they wanted.

Contractor: LVT Home Improvement

Architect: Kamen Tall Architects, P.C.

The Little Details

The right match

Wall color and paint are foundational in capturing one’s attention the moment they enter a space. Done well, they are awestruck. I selected colors from Sherwin Williams’ Designer Emerald color palette that were soothing yet invigorating and everyone seems to be inspired by it.
Direction matters

Knowing the direction each side of your house faces is important and can inform decisions like where to locate house plants to the color of your front door.
Mixing textures

I love discovering concrete floors in a home and will often advise my clients to simply grind and polish it. My clients wanted some “flair” and opted for a bold color and epoxy treatment.
Utilizing space

Pocketing a door as prescribed in the master suite is both elegant and functional creating more opportunities to utilize the space in both rooms that it separates.