Patrick and Cindy are my neighbors but I had never met them until the day of this shoot. For months, I drove by their unexpectedly modern house amidst our neighborhood of eclectic – and most definitely more traditional – homes and wondered about the unique family and furnishings that must live inside. Well, I finally mustered the courage and solicited my first house feature with a simple handwritten note, carefully signed and delivered by me. To my delight, the family inside was as charming and inviting as I could have ever hoped! An added plus… their home is absolutely stunning!!
As always, if you’d liked to learn more about the people behind the space as well as all the lovely things that lie inside of it, listen to this audio recording of our conversation here > >
AUDIO INTERVIEW WITH PATRICK CRAINE
Eloise, Patrick and Cindy’s oldest child, graciously offered her services as my tour guide… we had a jolly time.
Oliver, Eloise’s younger brother, was happy to sit in his design-forward high chair while observing my shenanigans. He eventually joined in the fun as well. 
“I would love to convince people to have a 2,000 sq. ft. home and spend the extra money on quality construction and quality space…” ~ Patrick Craine
Thank you for having me over Craine family!! Your home is a beautiful example of family friendly modern design.
18 comments
marion says:
May 1, 2012
What a wonderful thing to reach out and get to know your neighbors! Wonderful post Hilary! Love their house.
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
Thank you! I thoroughly enjoyed preparing it.
ben smithson says:
May 1, 2012
Love it. Super clean. And the stainless counter tops… oh so good.
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
Yes, the kitchen was amazing!
Arden Jenkins says:
May 1, 2012
We love the Craines and their style. Our house was inspired by theirs, actually! You’ve captured their home perfectly, now I just need Patrick and Cindy to come and help with the inside of ours.
Great photos and great site!
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
Thanks Arden! Not a bad house to use for inspiration. I’m so glad you stopped by my blog and hope you’ll visit again soon!
Julie-White Tapestry says:
May 1, 2012
So gorgeous…modern and fabulous! You take really wonderful photos too, Hilary! xo
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
Thank you Julie! It’s something I’ve really been enjoying lately.
Walt says:
May 1, 2012
Great house, great family!
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
Yes, indeed!
Cynthia Hebert says:
May 1, 2012
Love this house! The Crains are a great family and I love how they have taken the fabulous mid-century design which we tend to think is not so family friendly and made it work in their busy lives. Great job, Patrick and Cindy. Thanks for being brave and knocking on their door then sharing this treasure with us.
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
Thanks for visiting Cynthia! I’m so glad I reached out to the Craine’s, for my sake as well as that of my readers!
Tonia says:
May 2, 2012
Le sigh…the kitchen!
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
I don’t even cook that much but I’m envious too!
Kinga says:
May 2, 2012
When can I move in? Just saying…(Awesome photos Hil! All of them!)
xoxo, K
Hilary says:
May 2, 2012
I was thinking the same thing, Kinga!
Modern Elegance | Hilary Inspired says:
May 2, 2012
[...] Elegance by Hilary on May 2, 2012 • 9:00 am No Comments A large portion of what makes the Craine home so elegant and attractive are the iconic furniture pieces that Cindy and Patrick chose to place in [...]
Bri says:
Nov 18, 2012
Who makes that side table under the kartell bourgie lamp?