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designer furniture enhances the link with the past. But the Marees and Bastiras have also included appropriate modern furniture, such as a B&B Italia sofa, which is teamed with a classic Eames chair and Noguchi coffee table. Wherever possible the existing moulded square light fixtures were left intact, further enhancing the authenticity. The visual connection with the outdoors that is so much a part of the house has been reinforced with the renovation. “We love the large doors that open up the entire living room and dining room to the central courtyard,” says the owner. “With such extensive glazing, this has never really felt like a small home.” The original courtyard was retained, but refreshed with a new fountain water feature. another mid-century home 31783 at trendsideas.com Facing page: New American oak balustrading has improved the look of the stairs. Similar timber creates plenty of storage for a television room, which can double as a bedroom. search modernist at trendsideas.com Above: This home office is at the top of the stairs. All the rooms on this floor feature durable Tretford carpet. resources & more images 45478 at trendsideas.com Story by Colleen Hawkes Photography by Andrew Ashton search | save | share at trendsideas.com 41