Dream Home 2003 Great Room Tour

Its functionality also makes a strong impression; simple themes dominate: a symbiotic relationship with the outdoors, symmetrical lines and balance. Designer Linda Woodrum emphasizes that beyond the gorgeous simplicity are many "visual vignettes that are almost like being underwater." "It's like a painting," she says. "Your eyes want to keep traveling...they don't want to stop."

By incorporating the living area, dining area and kitchen in a large open space, architect Randy Johnson skillfully created a room much like the main hall of a Florida summer camp. The large fireplace that faces the kitchen cooktop is the perfect place for gathering and relaxing, all while surrounded by windows on all four sides. Although crafted for social interaction, the great room--with it's spectacular views of East Bay--can provide a solitary soul a striking venue for viewing the sunrise.

The following room furnishings were supplied by Ethan Allen:

Moda ottoman, Larsen bench, slipcovered Bennett sofa, library end table, Gazebo Collection wicker chairs, China Blue Collection pillows, reeded library buffet lamp, brass swing-arm floor lamp, pharmacy floor lamp, seeded glass hurricanes, rectangular basket, centerpiece bowl, floor vase, oval baskets, Swedish Home Collection rectangle dining table, cross-back chairs and dressers