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in a spiral pattern (his design) on<br />
either side of a curved stone-andmoss<br />
path leading to the front<br />
door. And the courtyard in back<br />
has similar spiral-design hedges,<br />
an old world fountain and lush<br />
plantings. The hydrangea blooms<br />
are the size of dinner plates.<br />
Brent undertook the fi rst remodel<br />
with Kris’ help, creating<br />
2.5 baths from an elongated bathroom.<br />
The result was a master<br />
suite, a second bath and bedroom<br />
and a powder room.<br />
The second remodel – after the<br />
couple married – provided space<br />
for a growing family. (The couple<br />
have a daughter, Madeleine, 14,<br />
and a son, Tavin, 12.) it grew to<br />
2,300 square feet and is a blend of<br />
old world architectural elements.<br />
The roof is slate, with French rain<br />
collectors.<br />
The living room remains the same. what had been the<br />
kitchen and eating area is now the dining room. And a<br />
walk through the butler’s pantry leads from the dining<br />
room to the new kitchen and family room.<br />
COver<br />
eLLie VAn HouTTe/<strong>Town</strong> CRieR<br />
The Beagles’ <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Altos</strong> home, which has undergone two remodels, features a<br />
limestone staircase with handwrought-iron railings.<br />
The couple’s collection of china and crystal, scoured<br />
from years of collecting and estate sales, is displayed in<br />
Continued on Page 8<br />
Home & Garden | Agust 29, 2012 | Page 7
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