designer
dawn cook
rooms
living room, family room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast room, staircase, entryway, patio
location
gates mills, ohio
style
modern transitional
battles residence
this builder-grade colonial craved character. together with the clients, dawn worked to convert their home into a high-contrast wonder. taking cues from their hotel-inspired taste, dawn envisioned a comfortable, relaxing dwelling.
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With fresh paint and new moldings in place, the family room was reworked with custom built-ins flanking the fireplace. The white palette allowed Dawn to experiment with mod details—bringing a contrasting mix of reclaimed seating, an ultra-durable rug, textured backdrops and brass statements.
Dawn opted for an open floor plan to accommodate growing family gatherings. A low sectional offers extra seating and acts as a defining moment between the living and kitchen spaces. A bar counter with cozy high back stools makes the kitchen a flex space for overflow. A warm wood family table with bench seating offers a central gathering place for daily meals.
The dining room features a formal mix of traditional design with custom modern wingback chairs, quartz light fixture and wooden oval table. With the open floor plan in place, the foyer welcomed a classy bannister and ebony statement chandelier.
The adjacent living room was updated with a mix of contemporary and Danish modern styles. Center-facing seating creates balance and sets the tone for casual conversation. Art-deco inspired details give the space a feeling of warmth.
A custom-designed patio set resides just outside the pool—intended for leisure and good company throughout the seasons.