Considering a kitchen remodel? Check out the Leaos' Berloni, Italy, open kitchen with its blue lacquer cabinets, man-made Zodiac quartz countertops, walnut bar area, clear acrylic backsplash and General Electric appliances.
The couple's master bedroom suite overlooks a fragrant sassafras forest. A window over the Jacuzzi tub never freezes thanks to a heated ceiling overhead.
Semi-transparent glass encloses the shower.
Floating vanities are made of Brazilian mahogany. A room is devoted to his and her closets with a floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall mirror.
There are inexpensive but savvy materials in this house, too. The lower level's kitchenette counters are made of white Corian from Lowe's. It is the cheapest Corian, although the Leaos chose it not because of its low cost, but because it looks pure and complements the white barstools Rejane designed.
If you think you can't live cozily without chintz, flowing drapes and Oriental rugs, think again.
"This is a joyful home, a house for kids and entertaining," Roberto says. "We use every inch of it."
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