Layered Living
After designing traditional and transitional houses for her family, Canadian interior designer Rutnaish Prihar completes a stunning contemporary project, achieving a striking balance between cool and comfy
After designing traditional and transitional houses for her family, Canadian interior designer Rutnaish Prihar completes a stunning contemporary project, achieving a striking balance between cool and comfy
Unimpeded sightlines and a sense of spaciousness were key. The entry—where the white oak and stainless steel of the stairway generate a sleek geometry—offers a clear view through the kitchen dining area to the garden beyond.
Cambria designs shown: WHITE CLIFF™ (island), CARRICK™ (perimeter)
“I love white,” says Prihar, “and Cambria’s WHITE CLIFF is so nice and pure, and really shows off the walnut on the island. Plus, it’s durable and easy to clean—hands-down the best choice.”
A carefully calibrated contrast pervades the kitchen, with its warm travertine floor, dining table of reclaimed boat wood, and leather-and-steel island stools.
In the butler’s pantry, Cambria’s concrete-hued CARRICK is the perfect complement to the stainless steel detailing of the high-gloss lacquer cabinets.
The rear facade is amply windowed, creating a powerful link to the outdoors (left). The double-height family room opens directly to the garden terrace (right).
Prihar devised a three-sided fireplace set in a concrete pier to mark the transition from the kitchen to the family room. Roger Lounge Chairs by Thayer Coggin welcome homeowners and guests in style.
LINEAR DELIGHT
A mosaic wall treatment forms a dynamic backdrop in the powder room, tying together the white backlit mirror and CAMBRIA BLACK™ floating vanity.
FRESHEN UP
A second-floor bedroom opens to a gallery overlooking the living area below. The vertical and horizontal elements bring some smaller geometry to the large spaces.
For the office, Prihar designed floor-to-ceiling bookcases and a desk made of live-edge walnut to bring warmth and a cozy vibe to the space.