Designer Josianne Berube always strives to create a sense of place when she takes on a project. By working closely with the homeowners, she was able to integrate simple and straight architectural lines into her design. Although the house was new construction, she was limited by some of the architectural components, such as a central fireplace. Instead of seeing it as an obstacle, she used it to create a division between the kitchen and the living room. It also allowed her to bring some light to the darker color scheme of the cabinetry.