For this design that we finished recently, we wanted to incorporate the homeowners sentimental possessions into the space; things like artwork that had been an engagement gift, a devotional candle with special meaning, and a collection of inherited antique metal purses. In the end we were able to find just the right spot for everything!
Front Sitting Room, Before
Front Sitting Room, Before
Front Sitting Room, After: In this room, narrow white bookshelves provided the perfect backdrop for a pair of pretty slipper chairs. Custom monogrammed pillows added a nice personal touch. We placed a small cabinet in the window alcove – something we don’t usually do. In this case, it just seemed to make sense.
Dining Room, Before (Don’t mind one of our designers – we caught her working on the table!)
Dining Room, After: In the dining room, we used shades of “greige” (a mix of gray and beige) on the walls – a great, updated neutral. A striking, new light fixture really made a difference too!
Instead of using one, large centerpiece, we grouped a variety of items together. The trick here is to still have one item as the main focal point. In this case it was the large glass cloche (or bell-shaped dome) with a candle and some decorative balls inside.
Family Room, Before
Family Room, Before
Family Room, After: In the family room, the homeowner wanted to preserve the original oak as well as her terra-cotta leather furniture. To help break up all of the warm tones we backed the shelving in white, paintable wallpaper meant to look like beadboard.
Blue, green, burgundy and gray accents were used as complimentary color throughout the design.
A tailored valance was a great solution for a long panel of windows across the back wall of the room. A matching valance in different fabric (but in the same colorway) helped to tie the kitchen and family room together.
