<P> Ceiling heights are different on the first (8'10 ") and second floors (8'8") and in the den (9'10 ") and the forms and scales of the spaces are constantly shifting, especially as one moves from the interior of the house to its second - floor semi-enclosed porches and its free - form terraces, front and rear . The third floor was planned as a billiard room but was used as an attic by the Gamble family . The Gamble family crest, a crane and trailing rose, was integrated in part or whole in many locations around the house . </P> <P> The living room was designed without any entry doors so that the room would be as open and inviting as possible . It also consisted of a spacious sitting room, which was decorated with five rugs that were designed by Charles Greene using watercolor . Across from the fireplace, there is a window the leads to the terrace, which overlooks the garden . The expansive window was designed to let light brighten the room during the late afternoon . At the far end of the room lies bookcases, a small games table, and a piano to offer entertainment and leisure . The piano was designed by the Greenes to blend into the paneling of the room . </P> <P> On the west wing of the house, the dining room is surrounded by the terrace and the garden on three sides . According to "Gamble House: Greene and Greene," by Edward R. Bosley, the room was designed to offer "nature to the indoors". The entrance of the room is diagonal from the hall with two doors . The doors are decorated with cloud - designed glass panels . The transition from hall to room was designed to provide a sense of "anticipation and discovery". </P> <P> Outdoor space was as important as the interior spaces . Exterior porches are found off three of the second - floor bedrooms and were used for sleeping or entertaining . The main terrace is privately beyond the rear facade of the residence . It has patterned brick paving with planting areas, a large curvilinear pond, and garden walls made with distinctive clinker bricks and boulders . Paths made with large water - worn stones from the nearby Arroyo Seco are reminiscent of running brooks crossing the lawns . The overall landscape design and constructed garden elements are integrated with the architectural proportion and detailing . The triple front door and transom feature a Japanese black pine motif in plated (more than one layer) leaded art glass, highlighting the Asian influence that runs throughout the house . </P>

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