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Paradise Found
By Magdoline Asfahani Hajj • photography by Adrian Campos
Understated Mediterranean style makes this sprawling l Paso homestead an oasis in the desert.
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Top: The large wooden dining table makes an impressive dining room feel cozy and welcoming.
Right: Handmade Talavera ceramics from Mexico add a colorful accent to the dining room.
Top: Hand-carved wooden cabinetry and ceiling beams add to the home’s rustic charm.
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Right: Concrete countertops give the kitchen an old-world feel through the use of modern materials.
Top: Stained glass windows crafted by l Paso artist Hal Marcus grace the expansive entry.
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Top: a life-size sculpture of the family’s beloved late handyman greets visitors at the end of a hallway.
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Bottom: The living room is actually a collection of intimate seating areas, perfect for entertaining.
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Opposite Page: A perfect meld of form and function, the chest at the foot of the bed conceals a flat-screen TV.
Top left: Large windows flood the master bathroom with a gorgeous glow.
Top right: A richly appointed small sitting area near the entryway is a natural gathering place for friends and family.
Left: Saltillo tile, plush seating and hanging lanterns make this hallway more than an afterthought.
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