At the top, the main stairway turns left, with a magnificent balustrade overlooking the grand hall and opens into several bedrooms, each of which connects with a bathroom. The dark coffered wood ceiling is set off by walls painted with a light peach fresco topped with a red opal glaze. Nine pewter sconces create an interesting interplay of light and shadow. Larkins topped a carved table from the first floor with a floral arrangement, then stenciled curves over each arched door to echo the tables design. A painting of bright poppies on loan from Bresler Galleries of Milwaukee really stands out against the peach walls.
More bedrooms open off the hall on the right side of the main stairway.
Moss-covered half cupolas top windows overlooking the courtyard and provide a unique foundation for simple window treatments. The stonework, tilework and cabinetry are beautiful. It's going to be really, really great.