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Waterside Retreats: Contemporary Home on the Harbor

From: Brooke Wagner

Clean lines and a subdued color palette define this home in Newport Beach, Calif., creating a soothing retreat right on the water. Against the far wall, sliding glass doors give the owners access to a private patio and dock, where they can host dinners and watch boats drift along the harbor.

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Photo: Chad Mellon. From: Brooke Wagner.

Contemporary Indoor Outdoor Gray Living Room

A patio becomes a direct outdoor extension of the living room, thanks to a glass wall that slides completely back.

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Photo: Chad Mellon. From: Brooke Wagner.

Contemporary Living Room With Tray Ceiling

Hardwood goes on the ceiling instead of the floor here and in the kitchen, a visually compelling move that also adds warmth to all the cool grays and white.

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Photo: Chad Mellon. From: Brooke Wagner.

Modern Dining Nook With Banquette

Charcoal gray is the dominant color in this chic dining area; the huge window and light walls keep the shade from feeling too heavy or imposing.

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Photo: Chad Mellon. From: Brooke Wagner.

Wood Dining Table With Succulent Centerpiece

The dining table has a beautiful, organic look with layers of different woods, a succulent centerpiece and linen accent pillows. Interesting textures and a touch of nature do wonders to visually lift a neutral space.

HGTV Faces of Design 2018

Waterside Retreats: Contemporary Home on the Harbor

Contemporary Indoor Outdoor Gray Living Room

Contemporary Living Room With Tray Ceiling

Modern Dining Nook With Banquette

Wood Dining Table With Succulent Centerpiece

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