The Living Room

A pair of leaded glass french doors to the left of the entryway lead to the living room. These doors were automatic and controlled by a pushbutton located on the staircase post.  Not just a focal point, but a hub of warmth  in the main gathering spot of the home, the large stone fireplace is located at the front (east wall) of the room in which the stone chimney is exposed. The mantel is also made of stone and has an arch motif . Two sconces and a picture light  are built in above the mantle. There are different colored lights inlaid into the upper section of stonework, each of which represent a particular door or window in the home.  Whenever any of those doors or windows were opened, the corresponding light would illuminate, making for a c.1920 security system. Decorative radiator cover/window sills are situated on either side of the fireplace. Hidden panel in wall(push button to open) leads to electrical wiring. .A slate hearth that exists at floor level and extends the length of the fireplace. The paneling, trim, door, and window surrounds in this room are made of a beautifully stained cherrywood. French doors on the south wall open up onto the south porch.  The north wall of the living room contains a single wood door, which opens to a small motorized elevator that at one time was used to transport wood for the fireplace. The ceiling in this room is a Stamped/Crow’s Foot/Stipple Brush design that was once gold tipped. Foot switch to open burglar alarm switch box.

A pair of leaded glass french doors on the west end of the living room open up to the South Hall.