Girouard referred to the 20-foot dining room as possibly the most formal room in the house. A butler's pantry leads to a kitchen and great room that is truly breathtaking in its size and cheerfulness. It takes little imagination to see this as the heart of the house. The combination of the family room and kitchen, which has become mandatory in most new homes, can be the criterion that separates great designers from the merely good ones. And make no mistake about it, Girouard's' talent is clearly evident in this area of the house.
Any designer can create a large room.
When pressed, Richard Girouard will admit that this is his favorite room in the house. I love the size of this room. It is the biggest family room of any house on the market. Equipped with top of the line items such as a Viking stove, two dishwashers, double ovens and a wine cooler located beneath the island, it is perfect for casual entertaining or family evenings. A wall of windows in the family room and a door leading to the back deck assure that the area will be bathed in brightness.