The bedroom furniture has clean minimalist lines. Neutral linens, pale walls and the use of the same materials seen in the rest of the house give the bedroom a unified look. The vanity in the master bath extends beyond the dividing wall for additional counter space to accommodate two sinks.
Inside, the loft aesthetic reigns. The cabinetry is low enough to maintain the visual flow of the space, while exposed steel structural beams are a stylish reminder of the design's industrial inspiration. There's also a strict uniformity of materials (wood, glass, steel, stone) and a virtual absence of colour. Esther and Paul dislike clutter, so nary a spice rack or coffee maker mars the kitchen counters, though there are many drawers and cupboards underneath. Even three-year-old Bianca's toys have been marshalled into specific areas and, amazingly, appear to stay there.
It might seem that this austere interior requires rigour, discipline and a meticulous approach to living that may not be suited to young children (Esther and Paul are expecting another baby in the new year). Esther looks surprised and puzzled by this notion. "Even though we're tidy, this is still a family house," she says, glancing indifferently at tiny fingerprints on the glass balusters. "They're easy to wipe off."
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