Designer Mark Williams kept the dining room scheme simple to allow the living and family rooms to easily connect. The square table with a bench is conversation-friendly. 

Sources:
Chandelier (Chevalier’’ #10-00303-3708): Niermann Weeks, 212/319-7979, niermannweeks.com, trade only.
Table (cherry parquet top): Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089, markjwilliamsdesign.com.
Dining chairs (“Gainsborough Dining Chair’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Chair fabric (#JW2306): Jasper Fabrics from Michael S Smith Inc., 310/315-3018, trade only. Available through Thomas Lavin, 310/278-2456, trade only.
Tufted bench: Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089.
Bench fabric (“Limoges’’/Garnet #1115-05): ClassicCloth, 785/434-7200, trade only.
Wall paint (“Cornforth White’’ #228); trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121.  

The living room’s carefully edited furnishings and subtle patterns give the formal space a casual appeal.

Sources:
Drapery (“Ghent Casement’’/Parchment): Calvin, 888/732-1996, henrycalvin.com, trade only.
Rug (reproduction Khotan): Mansour Rug, 310/652-9999, mansourrug.com, trade only.
Sofa (“Daphne’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Chair (custom); hanging lantern (custom); floor lamp (custom): Mark J. Williams Interior Design, 323/856-9089.
Sofa and chair fabric (“Sarlat Stripe’’/Sunflower #1124-01): ClassicCloth, 785/434-7200, trade only.
Pillow on sofa (“Regello’’/Umber on Dust #HB1-07’’): Le Gracieux, legracieux.com, trade only.
Pillow on sofa (Susani Yellow #R0543 by Robert Kime): Robert Kime, robertkime.com, trade only.
Wing chair (“The Emma’’ #VH1303): Victoria Hagan Home, 212/888-3241, victoriahaganhome.com, trade only.
Wing-chair fabric (“Hampton Cloth’’/Tabac #2082-02): Rose Tarlow-Melrose House, 323/651-2202, rosetarlow.com, trade only.
Throw (“Clermont’’); ceramic mineral bottles: Hollyhock, 310/777-0100.
Art over mantel (by Robert White): McLean Gallery, 310/456-2226.
Garden stool by mantel: Mecox Gardens, 310/358-9272.
Coffee tray table: Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089.
Side table (“Sheaf of Wheat Table’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Wall paint (“Cornforth White’’ #228); trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121, farrow-ball.com.

The large kitchen and breakfast room connect to the family room and form the Kohler family command center. Williams designed the extra-wide island benches for a clutter-free yet kid-friendly zone.

Sources:
Cabinetry (custom); countertops (Calcatta Gold marble); island countertop (black granite): Matt Morris Development, 310/546-4300.
Backsplash tile (white iridescent glass tile): Oceanside Glasstile, glasstile.com.
Faucet: Rohl, 800/777-9762, rohlhome.com.
Pendant light over island (“Yoke Pendant’’): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Bench at island (custom): Mark J. Williams Interior Design, 323/856-9089.
Bench fabric (“Roulette’’/Clay #RU03, by Peter Dunham Textiles) Hollywood at Home, 310/273-6200, hollywoodathome.com.
Paint on island (“Lamp Room Gray” #88); cabinetry and trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121.

Breakfast area—
Table (custom); chairs (“Lattice Arts & Craft Chair’’); bench (custom): Mark J Williams Design, 323/856-9089. Cushions (“Cruz’’/Pacific Blue #C01, by Peter Dunham Textiles); bench fabric (“Roulette’’/Clay #RU03, by Peter Dunham Textiles): Hollywood at Home, 310/273-6200. Chandelier (custom): Mark J. Williams Interior Design, 323/856-9089. Roman shades (“Conrad Original Sunshades’’/Nimbus #254): Conrad, 866/426-6723, conradshades.com.  

The allure of the “less is more” family room is in the details—nailhead trim, geometric coffee table, and refined patterns. The adjacent patio seating area and fireplace offer an ideal spot for outdoor entertaining or family campfires.

Sources:
Rug: Mansour Modern, 310/652-1121, trade only.
Sofa (custom): Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089.
Sofa fabric (“Well Woven”/Blue Stone #1432-01 by Great Plains): Holly Hunt, 312/661-1900, trade only.
Chairs (“Bentley’’ #G2003): Dessin Fournir, 785/434-2777, trade only.
Chair fabric (#1432-01 by Great Plains): Holly Hunt, 312/661-1900, trade only.
Coffee table (“Bridgehampton’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Bronze round side table; striped throw: Mecox Gardens, 310/358-9272.
Pillow fabrics (“Climbing Clematis’’/Dark Indigo #18011-09): Chelsea Editions, 212/758-0005, chelseaeditions.com, trade only.
Pillow fabric (“All Over Floral’’): Bennison, 323/653-7277.
Vase (Country Collection): William Yeoward Crystal, 212/532-2358.
Wall paint (“Cornforth White’’ #228); trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121.
Stools (custom): Mark J. Williams Interior Design, 323/856-9089.

 

Dark woods prevail in the master bedroom but are balanced by soft colors, delicate lines, and soaring proportions.

Sources:
Rug (Tabriz): Mansour Rug, 310/652-9999, trade only.
Bed (custom, “Bali-Twist Four-Poster Bed’’); mirror (custom); bedside tables (custom): Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089.
Bed cover (“Jungle”/Beige on White #4001-02): Chelsea Editions, 212/758-0005, trade only.
Bolster pillow (“Roselle’’/Cocoa on Coffee #HB2-03): Le Gracieux, legracieux.com, trade only.
Long pillow behind bolster pillow (“Ibrahim’’ #R0411, by Robert Kime): Robert Kime, robertkime.com, trade only.
Table lamp; throw over trunk: owner’s collection.
Trunk: Lee Stanton Antiques, 310/855-9800.
Tulip folk vase: Hollyhock, 310/777-0100.
Bench under mirror (“Six-Legged Bench’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Bench fabric (“Vicenza’’/Caper in Green Tea #2112-04): Rose Tarlow-Melrose House, 323/651-2202, trade only.
Wall paint (“Skylight’’ #205); ceiling and trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121.

The French doors in the master bedroom open to the back patio.

Sources:
Drapery (“Hemp Linen’’/Green Tea): Rose Tarlow-Melrose House, 323/651-2202, trade only.
Slipper chair (“Catherine Spoon Chair’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Chair fabric (“Sarlat Stripe’’/Sunflower #1124-01): ClassicCloth, 785/434-7200, trade only.
High-backed upholstered chair (custom): Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089.
Chair fabric (“Gavle’’ #JW2306): Jasper Fabrics from Michael S Smith Inc., 310/315-3018, trade only. Available through Thomas Lavin, 310/278-2456, trade only.
Turned bobbin floor lamp: Hollyhock, 310/777-0100.
Metal crosshatch stool: Mecox Gardens, 310/358-9272.
Mercury glass: owner’s collection.

The elegant master bathroom is a study in contrast—dark vanities anchor the otherwise bright white space.

Sources:
Cabinetry (custom); floor tile (white and black marble mosaic): Matt Morris Development, 310/546-4300.
Tile (Carrara marble): The Tile Shop, 510/525-4312, tile-shop.com.
Sink faucet (#U.4718X, by Perrin & Rowe); bath faucet (#U.3721X, by Perrin & Rowe): Rohl, 800/777-9762, rohlhome.com.
Filter faucet (#1100-C): Waterstone Faucets, 888/304-0660, waterstoneco.com.
Mirrors: Urban Archaeology, 212/431-4646, urbanarchaeology.com.
Accessories; stool by tub: Waterworks, 800/899-6757, waterworks.com.
Sconce (“Boston Square One-Light Sconce’’ #SL2941): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323.
Hanging light: owner’s collection.
Wall paint (“Cornforth White’’ #228); trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121.
Window treatment (“Hemp Linen’’/Natural): Rose Tarlow-Melrose House, 323/651-2202, trade only. 

The Kohlers: Lily and John seated; Jill and Charlie.

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Dark woods prevail in the master bedroom but are balanced by soft colors, delicate lines, and soaring proportions.

Sources:
Rug (Tabriz): Mansour Rug, 310/652-9999, trade only.
Bed (custom, “Bali-Twist Four-Poster Bed’’); mirror (custom); bedside tables (custom): Mark J. Williams Design, 323/856-9089.
Bed cover (“Jungle”/Beige on White #4001-02): Chelsea Editions, 212/758-0005, trade only.
Bolster pillow (“Roselle’’/Cocoa on Coffee #HB2-03): Le Gracieux, legracieux.com, trade only.
Long pillow behind bolster pillow (“Ibrahim’’ #R0411, by Robert Kime): Robert Kime, robertkime.com, trade only.
Table lamp; throw over trunk: owner’s collection.
Trunk: Lee Stanton Antiques, 310/855-9800.
Tulip folk vase: Hollyhock, 310/777-0100.
Bench under mirror (“Six-Legged Bench’’): Alton House by Mark J. Williams, 323/856-9089.
Bench fabric (“Vicenza’’/Caper in Green Tea #2112-04): Rose Tarlow-Melrose House, 323/651-2202, trade only.
Wall paint (“Skylight’’ #205); ceiling and trim paint (“James White’’ #2010): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121.

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