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On a site facing a park with a river beyond, the original brick house had small windows and did not make the most of the outlook. “For the makeover, the owners asked for a tropical, spa-like ambience, with a large livingdining-kitchen and entertaining area to the front, and bedrooms set to the rear,” says Gliosca. “They wanted the main front room to open out to a outdoor entertaining space with a fire pit and pool area.” Other elements include a three-car garage at the rear and a porte-cochère at the side, paved in travertine, for a hotel-style welcome. Preceding pages, above left and top: This major renovation and extension by architectural designer Steve Gliosca doubles the size of the house. New gables echo existing roof forms. Above: The kitchen, part of the new open-plan living space, is just a few steps from the outdoor dining area. Left: A hotel-style porte-cochère, paved in travertine, features natural stone that continues on the interior. search | save | share at trendsideas.com 145