![BFB Architect teamed up with interior designer Harry Schnaper, for the renovation of this Hamptons residence that combines both traditional and modern design elements. #InteriorDesign #Interiors](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-interior-design-040919-950-01-800x536.jpg)
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BFB Architect teamed up with interior designer Harry Schnaper, for the renovation of this Hamptons residence that combines both traditional and modern design elements.
“The clients came to us with a simple brief: they wanted big, comfortable rooms and open-plan entertaining spaces,” says Brian Billings, BFB Architect’s founder. “The only hitch was that the husband wanted a traditional shingle-style house while the wife wanted something much more modern.”
![BFB Architect teamed up with interior designer Harry Schnaper, for the renovation of this Hamptons residence that combines both traditional and modern design elements. #ShingleHouse #Architecture](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/contemporary-beach-house-shingles-architecture-040919-951-02-800x533.jpg)
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The house, meant to be a weekend retreat for a family of four and their steady stream of guests, sits on a long, narrow lot terminating at a tall bluff with expansive views of the North shore of Long Island.
![Living Room Ideas - Inside this contemporary house, the windows in the living room are framed with pilasters, while modern touches have been added in the form of furniture, lighting, and dark accents like the fireplace and coffee table. #LivingRoomIdeas #LivingRoom #ModernLivingRoom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-living-room-with-fireplace-040919-951-03-800x1077.jpg)
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Inside the house, the windows, like in the living room, are framed with pilasters, while plaster crown moldings and wide-plank Oak floors can be found throughout.
![Dining Room Ideas - Inside this contemporary house, the windows in the dining room are framed with pilasters, while modern touches have been added in the form of furniture and lighting. #DIningRoomIdeas #DiningRoom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-dining-room-large-table-040919-952-04-800x1077.jpg)
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The furniture and lighting choices add the modern touch that was required.
![Living Room Ideas - In this living room, contemporary furniture has been combined with traditional windows and crown molding. #LivingRoomIdeas #LivingRoom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-sitting-room-040919-952-05-800x533.jpg)
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In the kitchen, the grey and white color palette keeps the interior bright and open.
![Kitchen Ideas - In this contemporary kitchen, the grey and white color palette keeps the interior bright and open. #KitchenIdeas #KitchenDesign #GreyAndWhiteKitchen](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-grey-and-white-kitchen-040919-952-06-800x533.jpg)
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Outside, there’s a patio with casual seating and uninterrupted views of the water.
![This contemporary house has a large patio with casual seating and uninterrupted views of the water. #Patio #OutdoorSpaces](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-outdoor-lounge-040919-952-07-800x533.jpg)
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Back inside, and there’s a floating box staircase with a glass panel railing.
![Stair Ideas - This contemporary house features a floating box staircase with a glass panel railing. #Stairs #StairIdeas #Staircase #GlassRailing #GlassHandrail](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-stair-design-0404919-952-08-800x1200.jpg)
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Upstairs, there’s a casual living space with a built-in desk that also features custom-designed shelving.
![Living Room Ideas - In this casual living room, there's a built-in desk that also features custom-designed shelving. #LivingRoomIdeas #LivingRoom #BuiltInDesk #HomeOffice #Shelving](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-home-office-with-built-in-desk-040919-953-09-800x533.jpg)
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In one of the bedrooms, an ombre accent starts with the bold blue carpet, travels up the wall, and transitions into a soft lavender ceiling.
![Bedroom Ideas - In this modern bedroom, an ombre accent starts with the bold blue carpet, travels up the wall, and transitions into a soft lavender ceiling. #Ombre #BedroomIdeas #ModernBedroom #BlueBedroom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/blue-ombre-colour-palette-bedroom-design-040919-954-10-800x1116.jpg)
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In another bedroom, multiple bunk beds have been built into the room, with stairs allowing easy access to the upper bunks.
![Bedroom Ideas - In this modern and large bedroom, multiple bunk beds have been built into the room, with stairs allowing easy access to the upper bunks. #BunkBeds #BedroomIdeas #GuestRoom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-bunk-room-multiple-bunk-beds-built-in-040919-954-11-800x533.jpg)
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In one of the bathrooms, a floating white vanity sits below dual mirrors, while small square tiles with dark tile accents cover the floor.
![Bathroom Ideas - In this contemporary bathroom, a floating white vanity sits below dual mirrors, while small square tiles with dark tile accents cover the floor. #BathroomIdeas #ModernBathroom #BathroomDesign](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/modern-white-bathroom-040919-953-13-800x1200.jpg)
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In another of the bathrooms, textured grey wallpaper covers the walls, while chrome accents have been added in the form of lighting and wall art.
![Bathroom Ideas - In this contemporary bathroom, textured grey wallpaper covers the walls, while chrome accents have been added in the form of lighting and wall art. #BathroomIdeas #BathroomDesign #GreyBathroom](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/contemporary-bathroom-design-040919-953-12-800x1200.jpg)
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