Design New England - January/February 2008

Comfortable white upholstered furniture is mixed with design elements from around the world, such as the conical silver sconces from Africa, the African and South American textiles, and the kilim rugs from Turkey.

In the kitchen, Spongberg used concrete for the handsome but utilitarian countertops and incorporated the red milk-painted feather boards from the original farmhouse under the center island. Above the island, she hung an old French metal pot rack. The walls are painted gray to blend with the shiny stainless-steel appliances.

“I love this house and think that it sits in its environment very lightly,” says Spongberg. “It is comfortable in every way, with many spaces inside and out to enjoy the magnificent scenery. It is

set up as a great place for my clients’ family and guests.”

Not only is the owner happy with her new house, she’s also pleased to note that the rock outcroppings have formations known as lucky stones. They make her think this house is her lucky house.

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➝ the house design (above) was inspired by an existing small agricultural building on the site (below). “It was like a design clue from the past,” says architect Michael Oleksak of Cosestudi. The living area of the 8,000- square-foot house includes [ 1] the kitchen, [ 2] great room, and [ 3] outdoor pergola. The other wing houses the sleeping quarters.