2117 Laburnum Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205

There is a quiet confidence to this home, a sense that every decision belongs to the same idea. Designed by architect Carolina Guerrero the architecture begins with proportion, light and movement. From the moment of arrival, long sightlines draw the eye through the home while soaring windows, open volumes and carefully framed connections between the two levels create an unusual sense of openness. The staircase becomes part of the architecture itself, and spaces unfold naturally from one to the next rather than simply adjoining one another. That same restraint carries through the material palette. Oak flooring brings warmth to the interiors while walnut cabinetry and millwork by Dell Anno repeat throughout the home, allowing the cabinetry to become part of the architecture rather than an individual decorative element. Porcelain surfaces provide another continuous thread. Used extensively in the kitchen, primary bath and outdoor areas, the material was chosen for its durability,...