hickory floors, knotty alder doors, and fir beams that
frame the ceilings.
The two nine-foot sliding doors in the living room
tuck into the wall, leaving a nice open transition from
inside to outside. Green marbled soapstone anchors
the walkthrough to the front patio and pool.
Ginny wanted the morning sun in the master bed-
room, which is a few steps up behind the fireplace and
the piano room. She got a little more than expected.
After a few very bright mornings they had to shade the
east facing opening in the bedroom.
Ginny says her favorite parts of the home are the
stained glass, lots of natural light, and the “privacy
escape.” The escape is actually a discrete walkway
from the kitchen to the master which Ginny can use to
escape unexpected visitors.
“If I could live in a grass house, I would,” stated
Ginny.
Rob is all about open space and the cozy feel.
He said, “Our goal was to build a home that was
comfortable and warm. From the design to the
masonry, we kept that in mind.”
Some of Rob’s favorite features in the house are the
large welcoming fireplace, the unique bar which looks
like it could be from an English pub, and, of course,
his well-organized wine cellar. The piano room is home to grandmother
Christopher’s piano. Rob has fond memories of his
grandmother playing the piano. She also taught music.
“I wish I would have taken lessons; I