907 N Kenter Ave

907 N Kenter is not a speculative home. It is a fully bespoke residence brought to life by Samaha Studio in close collaboration with the homeowners, who were involved from the earliest stages of design. The result is a project that reflects a shared belief in quality, patience, and timeless craft. Every element was curated not to impress, but to endure.

At the heart of the home is a carefully balanced material palette that prioritizes texture, warmth, and integrity. The exterior is wrapped in Extra Crema limestone, hand-finished by Samaha Studio and carried seamlessly into the interior. White oak flooring adds softness and variation. African teak ceiling cladding introduces a quiet richness overhead. Countertops are sculpted from Egyptian travertine, sourced directly by Samaha and chosen for its organic beauty and longevity. Throughout the home, these natural materials age gracefully, gaining depth and character with time.

Lighting plays a key role in shaping the emotional tone of the house. Sculptural fixtures by Prado add ambient softness and hand-crafted soul. Minimalist pieces by Davide Groppi act like visual whispers—barely there, yet undeniably powerful. Buster + Punch brings a bold counterpoint, with their signature knurled hardware and industrial details that invite touch. Plank Hardware contributes minimalist oak cabinet pulls and ceramic sconces that add warmth to quiet moments. In the secondary baths and utility areas, Signature Hardware introduces refined simplicity in satin nickel, ensuring even the most functional spaces feel considered.
The kitchen is a masterclass in restrained luxury. Panel-ready appliances by Fisher & Paykel integrate seamlessly, preserving the architectural language of the space. The monolithic travertine island flows into a built-in dining element, creating a sculptural centerpiece equally suited to daily rituals and intimate gatherings.

Every touchpoint throughout the home is elevated by Emtek hardware — hinges, edge pulls, handles—all selected for their precision, finish, and the way they feel in the hand. Tilework by Nasco introduces texture and movement in the form of natural stone and handmade ceramics, anchoring the bathrooms in quiet luxury.

Architecturally, the home favors balance over bravado. A curved floating fireplace defines the living area without interrupting flow. Sightlines are axial, transitions are soft, and no material calls undue attention to itself. Each gesture is intentional. Walls don’t end; they dissolve. Light doesn’t bounce; it settles. This is a space that moves with you, not ahead of you.

Kenter is a study in restraint and refinement. A home where craft is invisible because it is everywhere. Where hardware is sculpture. Where lighting is emotion. Where every finish, every partnership, and every square foot was selected with clarity and care. It is not simply a place to live, but a place to inhabit — a seamless dialogue between architecture, material, and time.