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The spacious living room is fitted with large picture windows and floor-to-ceiling shelving.

Redone with tranquility and escape in mind, the primary suite bathroom feels spa-like with a wash of Bedrodsians Magnifica Calacatta in super white.

One of the things that was important to the homeowner was updating all the wood. "The wood was all different and after time had yellowed," says Theobald. "We went with white oak and Douglas fir and brought in a finisher to fix some of the existing knots."

For a subtle take on pattern, the intricately-crafted Asher rug checks all the boxes. Soft wool underfoot, a unique textured design, and a vast array of neutral colors ensures it adds a touch of comfort to any room.

Feldman Architecture opens up a dark and cramped seaside house with big windows and a healthy dose of wood.

The family previously shared one relatively small upstairs bathroom. Its hexagonal floor tiles became a motif in the remodel that followed.

Floor Plan of Avondale Residence by HR Design Department

A Danca dos Ratos, a massive diptych by Luiza, hangs in the living/dining area. CH-24 Wishbone chairs by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn surround a table designed by Tito. A vintage Thonet rocker sits next to armchairs that were brought from Germany by Luiza’s grandmother during World War II.

Floor plan of White Sands.

The kitchen is fitted with stainless-steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a central island.

Denis Joelsons crafts a home that embraces the Atlantic Forest with wide-open spaces and chic black tile that runs inside and out.

The client wanted to be able to see straight through the front of the house to the back, accomplished with the help of disappearing pocket doors between the dining room and patio.

One of the most difficult parts of the project, according to MacLean, the floating staircase in the main house connects the main living area with the upstairs. The stainless steel railings match the ones found on the exterior deck.

Moody tones reflecting the earthy tones of Canggu continue from the exterior into the kitchen, setting a calm tone. The dining table in the foreground was made in Jepara. “Indonesian craftsmanship with wood is one of the luxuries available to us here,” says Rod.

Shannon, who’s involved in the craft community, suggested that Caleb commission local metalsmith Erica Moody to make the hardware for the cabinetry in the entry.

Floor Plan of Casa Quirós by Maya Estudio