Entering the home, visitors are wrapped in natural light shades. A curved staircase adds drama to the entry. The architecture is by Tom Catalano of Catalano Architects | Photographs by Nat Rea

Modern, Classic, Warm, and Open Describe this Stunning Home Design by Liz Caan

In a serene suburb outside Boston, designer Liz Caan crafts a refined, neutral-toned retreat where high-quality materials, thoughtful details, and whimsical touches create a timeless home for a young family.

Mary GrauerholzJanuary 21, 2026

For such a sumptuous multi-year project, the clients were very young. This would be their “first big, grownup house,” says Liz Caan, the interior designer who gave each room of the new home a hands-on touch. Because they have two young children and their needs are evolving, the couple wanted fabrics and surfaces that were easy to care for. They also didn’t want a lot of color, so a classic neutral palette was a natural. The request to avoid splashy color stopped Caan for a minute. “This was challenging for me,” says the principal of Liz Caan & Co. in Newton. “I’m a real color person.” Ultimately, the group took a quiet, lu

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Modern, Classic, Warm, and Open Describe this Stunning Home Design by Liz Caan

In a serene suburb outside Boston, designer Liz Caan crafts a refined, neutral-toned retreat where high-quality materials, thoughtful details, and whimsical touches create a timeless home for a young family.

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