Stepped out from the kitchen, the dining area, surrounded by three walls of windows, provides an almost outdoor dining experience.

Airy and light-penetrable, transparent demijohns make an artistic tabletop statement.

Oil paintings by Carol O'Malia mark the transition from cooking to dining area. "I thought they were really interesting because initially you aren't really sure what they are," says interior designer Linda Woodrum. "They look abstract. Then you realize there are dark branches, snow and shadow."

Oversized Windsor chairs, inspired by the design of New England antiques, stand in place of upholstered end chairs. "I think that that Windsor chair, especially when it's blown up like that, makes a very interesting architectural statement," says Linda.