A House And Its Garden Are One

Design Confidently, Live Comfortably

Double the view A mirrored medicine cabinet reflects -- and doubles -- the view out the second-floor window. The same molding is used around each to lend consistency and repeat the look of the corner windows in other rooms.

Sometimes a window, sometimes a television The plasma television is buried in a living room wall and hidden by a sliding panel that moves to one side over a similar-size window, which is covered when someone is watching the television.

Adjusting water temperature In each bathroom, the shower head and faucets were placed on opposite walls -- a simple and inexpensive detail that allows you to adjust the water temperature while avoiding a blast of scalding hot or icy cold water.

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	IN THIS ARTICLE:

		Introduction

		Beginning the Design Process

		Interior Rooms with Exterior Views

		Choosing Finishes and Furnishings

		An Earth-Friendly House

		Gardens with a Casual Formality

		Simple Design Details Add Character and Interest

		Floor Plan

		Resources