THIS DESIGN STRIKES A GREAT BALANCE BETWEEN TRANSITIONAL AND MODERN

“This design strikes a great balance between transitional and modern,” noted Thomsen Homes’ design specialist Brandi Youngmark. “It’s a marriage of timeless design with new elements.” Marble and quartz are complemented by natural wood accents, enveloped in a contemporary framework that utilizes high-quality, easy-maintenance features.

Outside, the hazy blue siding has ledgestone decorative touches, along with white outlines. A charming covered porch with white pillars creates a warm welcome for guests.

Stepping into the front foyer, there is a lovely view of the living and dining areas as well as the open staircase to the lower level. The walls are in a warm gray with crisp white 4¼” wide casements and twopanel doors. Distressed cocoa-toned oak laminate adds the color and depth of hardwood flooring, and is used throughout the living areas on the main floor.

Large windows in the living room and the patio doors off the dining area add to the open and spacious feel of the main floor. A fireplace with Carrera marble surround in white and gray is accented with a wood mantle, matching the built-in cabinets on the right side. The versatility of the home’s neutral colors is beautifully displayed in the staging, with grays, whites and royal blue tones used in the living area. White, silver and blue pottery and books line the cabinets, while the area rug below the white leather bench coffee table is a charming abstract in blue, tan and gray. A light gray sleek sofa has white and royal pillow accessories. Chrome and glass end tables feature chrome lamps with round white shades. A jacquard art piece on the wall includes the royal blue with silver.

Lighting the dining room is a black ironwork chandelier with clear glass pillars from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. A rustic-look trestle table keeps the antique flavor, complete with dark taupe leather-covered chairs. Silver candlesticks with royal blue candles are added to a white centerpiece with silver and blue mesh balls. On the side, a transom window adds light and ensures privacy for the dining area.

Function and style are blended beautifully in the kitchen, with cheerful white cabinets, accented with black hardware and gray quartz countertops.

All the cabinets have a crown molding top and toe kick on the bottom and all the backsplashes are in a light gray translucent glass. The range is a fiveburner gas, topped by a black hood. An oversize island finished with white quartz countertop, holds the microwave on the kitchen side. Three stools in natural spice with black iron legs tuck into the island and encourage conversation while food is prepared. Four pendant lights above are finished in chrome and clear glass. Whether cooking for a crew or hosting a family buffet, this kitchen features both the space and the conveniences needed to handle the tasks in style.

From the kitchen, a short hallway leads back to the service area of the home, including a large pantry for the kitchen, a mud room, access to the threecar garage and laundry room. Keeping clutter controlled is easier with a handy locker space to hang coats, tuck boots and shoes, plus a lovely bench for putting on all the outdoor gear. A fabric message board helps keep notes and special events easy to recall. The laundry area is convenient yet tucked away.

Flexible Spaces

To the left of the foyer is a hallway to the bedrooms. At the front of the home is a multi-purpose room, sized to be a great bedroom or handy office. A large closet and two windows to the front yard support a host of flexible options. Soft taupe frieze carpet sets this area of the home apart. Next door is a guest bath, tiled in warm gray ceramic with white grout. White cabinets are topped by gray quartz, and complete with bright chrome hardware, matching the light bar above the mirror. A second bedroom also features a large closet and windows.

The master suite is a relaxing retreat, with tall windows flanking the king-sized bed. A whimsical chandelier in crystal and chrome adds fun and romance to the room. At the foot of the bed is a tufted upholstered bench in gray, accenting the bed linens. To the side is the master bath with custom white and gray porcelain tile flooring and shower surround. To keep an open feel, this custom master bath has a sliding glass shower door. Wood cabinets in a warm spice provide another designer touch. Countertops in white quartz, embedded with tiny gray flecks, include his-and-hers square undermount sinks in white. Chrome hardware, plus silver