Life & Style INTERIORS
Invitation to Sophistication
A new Edmond residence blends open, country, modern and transitional styles.
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By M.J. Van Deventer
he exterior of a new Edmond residence has an upscale, sophisticated design, which is “exactly what the homeowners wanted,” says Andrew French, owner of French Construction Co. That’s definitely the first impression the homeowners wanted to make … but step across the threshold into the large entry and there’s a warm, comfortable, inviting aura. The entry sets the stage for the open
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design plan featured throughout the home. “From the entry, you can see all the way through the home to the back area,” says French, whose firm is also in Edmond. Tammy Trotter, interior designer with Silex Interiors, defines the home as a mix of modern, country and transitional designs. The airy atmosphere provides a comfortable flow from the entry/dining area into the neighboring great room and on to the spacious kitchen.
Like many homes built today, the color palette is subdued. Pale grays and whites are accented by the natural shades of hand-scraped wood floors. Furnishings seldom shout; instead, they blend gracefully into this quiet, restful color scheme. The great room adds to the design flair. With a vaulted ceiling and an unusual chandelier, this area is a favorite gathering place for the family to host friends in a casual fashion. It’s “a great home for entertaining,” Trotter says.
