Grand Style
Lauren Tolles and Tori Olijar
Maison Birmingham, Birmingham, MI
Inspired by natural, earthy wood tones with a light Mediterranean influence, this home’s interior, designed by Tolles and Olijar along with Amanda Sinistaj of Ellwood Interiors and Brian Neeper of Brian Neeper Architecture, features a glass entryway that opens to a large, sculptural foyer with a stone butler’s pantry. The stone carries up the backsplash and into the lit, black metal cabinets flush with glassware. This area includes 24″ Thermador refrigerator drawers and a 24″ U-Line wine cooler to enhance entertaining.
Connected to the foyer and kitchen via a soaring, scalloped ceiling, the great room maintains the neutral palette of the overall space and repeats finishes in different forms found in the other areas, which helps unify the rooms.
The custom cabinetry reflects both a modern and moody style, with glass-front uppers in black providing a well-lit space for display. The cabinetry, which flanks the fireplace, also includes fully enclosed lower frameless cabinetry that acts as a hideaway for children’s toys.
The soft, neutral rug blends with the flooring to create an airy, open feel, while the nubby texture provides warmth and coziness within the open space. Atop the rug, a curved sofa and chairs anchor the living space and provide seating for entertaining.
