The three exterior walls all have large Palladian windows and French doors opening to the south, east and west. On the wall, on either side of the doors leading to the library, are marble fountains with the carved faces of gargoyles. Arches form the domed ceiling and the center chandelier is carved from a single piece of alabaster, accented with gold figurines. A drain in the terra cotta floor permitted the disposal of water used for plants. The two high-backed chairs are part of the original dining room set belonging to the Lowes.
Bookcases line the walls with a large walnut fireplace on the north wall.
One the west wall are leaded windows and a set of double doors that lead to the terrace and sunken gardens. Immediately to the south, between the living room and the adjoining conservatory, is a set of leaded windows and doors fitted with stained glass medallions, depicting the early works of Michelangelo. Among them are St. George and the Dragon, Jonah and the Whale, the Spinner, and the Thresher. The Main Hall or Lobby One of the two largest rooms on the first level, the main hall is dominated by a large hooded fireplace of carved marble and oak, typical of the English Renaissance. Opposite the fireplace are two sets of double-leaded windows.