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Nice! I'll take this over designer magazine perfect any day. Feels down-to-earth and quite inviting. I like the mix of furnishings. It works and clearly the owner has great taste (indoors and out). Love the artwork. Like that the space is predominantly white, with some of the wood painted out white, and some natural wood left. Awesome meditation space, beautiful greenery/outdoor space/chilling out areas. And of course, awww, lovely dogs. All in all, feels like home.

Understand they're back in NYC now, but will still comment: lovely, warm, genuine. Even the AT Survey is down-to-earth. What a great space with the openness, windows/light and seems like a nice layout. I like how the residents (and interior decorator) are true to their preferences, tastes, loves and have been patient to create their home. Shows ease and no artifice. Fantastic Suzanis/textiles, chair, couch, sideboard in the kitchen, cabinet in the bathroom - the furniture in general! Aww, adorable Gus the dog - he has such character and makes the home all the more warm and relaxed. Cheers.

Would recommend you regularly search your local craigslist, consignment shops or try estate auctions.

Alternative to PB's $2300 pricetag. This chair starts at $1500.
http://www.upcountry.com/uc/products/flea-market-chair/
This one is similarly priced to the PB one.
http://www.upcountry.com/uc/products/viscount-william-chair/

Roots Home has beautiful and very expensive items. Dream pieces for for me but they'd be for life. http://info.roots.com/rootsHome/

Very cool. Great bones. The original details are so well preserved but the home feels fresh. What an incredible view! Nice one on building a recording studio; sounds like it will be the ultimate live/work place. I love that one of the favourite things is the light and the light as it changes over the day. That type of experience is priceless.

Aww, pups! I bet the dog is protective of Ezra and the whole family.

Ah, a Hudson's Bay Multistripe Point Blanket in the classic colourway - a purchase you will never regret. A classic that has endured and continues to endure. All of the colours are amazing!

I wish I could have the canoe!

http://www.canadiandesignresource.ca/officialgallery/transportation/hbc-langford-canoe/

http://www.thebay.com/eng/hbccollections-blankets-thebay

Pic 1 - that's one beautiful brass kitchen hood/exhaust. Also, just that snapshot of the kitchen - stove, counter, cupboards and their hardware, is inspiring.

Pic 7 - bed with canopy for fabric and curtains...never would think this is something I'd be drawn to (in brass, anyway), but absolutely am now! Quite lovely.

Certainly a unique and admirable space. Very well thought out and tastefully done. Feels fresh, airy and peaceful. Awesome that you've had the help and craftsmanship of your Dad. Love all the windows and the natural light. The hits of blue as inspired by the cool chairs - a great find! - are a nice touch. I also particularly like the dining table & chairs, and the coffee table as well. The separate stainless steel counter/shelf in the kitchen works very cohesively with the kitchen, and the kitchen too looks great within the open space.

Enjoy the open space. Why must you fill it up or separate it off? You could, however, add another chair in the living room area.

Otherwise, it's always great to have more prep space in the kitchen, hence an island with seating would work. This would be inviting to guests who often gravitate to the kitchen.

Your home is lovely. I think it's great that you have the top two floors, rent out the bottom, and have peace and quiet on the top floor. Awesome that you have so much light and unobstructed views on the top floor. It's true that a home is built over time with distinctive and special items and furniture. I agree re: too much stuff, but you're on the editing tip. When you enjoy your home and design and decor in general, it's hard not to be in an acquisitive vein.

I agree that a very modern chair (Eames, Panton, other suggestions), would be off the mark here (especially given the other antique/traditional furniture in the room). I understand a desire for marrying the traditional table with a more modern element, but this table's structure and appearance makes it very challenging to find the perfect modern chair companion. You could go with the classic Emeco Navy Side Chair with Natural Wood Seat (and maybe a couple of arm chairs on the ends, which could be set to the side when not being used for dining). You could also go with the classic Navy chair. (I myself did acquire some off craigslist very economically, so if you're vigilant about checking the site in your area, you never know). Caveat: the metal is cold! So I do recommend (and use) a simple, low profile chair pad for the comfort of guests. You could also go for the colour option with the 111 Navy Chair. The great thing about these chairs is that they are classics and will endure; are comfortable and visually appealing, very durable and are guaranteed for life.

I love a French Bistro Chair with a crossback, but the chair is probably too disproportionate for the table. A traditional French Bistro Chair in many shapes and patterns would work with your table. I also think that a simple parsons chair in leather (or good looking vinyl/pleather), for durability, would be a good choice.

http://www.emeco.net/products/navy-chair-with-maple-wood-seat
http://www.emeco.net/products/navy-chair-brushedhttp://www.emeco.net/products/111-navy-chair-red
http://www.anangelatmytable.com/french-bistro-chair-10-off-3347-p.asp
http://www.anangelatmytable.com/french-bistro-chair-white-10-off-4646-p.asp
http://www.capsudusa.com/gchair.htm