Living Room Makeover

We definitely have a wide variety of projects right now.  Our projects include new builds, remodels, furnishings, and even a few commercial projects.  Styles range from historic period styles to transitional to modern.  And each project is challenging and exciting in its own way.

This particular client was moving into a new (empty) home with simple yet very traditional details, so we had a blank canvas to work with.  While we did miscellaneous projects throughout the whole house, the main focus was the Living Room.  We had to work with the existing fireplace and wall sconces (perhaps they will be part of Phase 2?), and the layout of the room was a bit challenging.

Here's what it looked like before:

We painted, added hardwood floors, built a pass-through into the Kitchen, and furnished the space.  We incorporated some of the client's existing furniture (bookcase, bar stools, etc.) and they added the finishing touches from their own accessories and extensive art collection.

The client also wanted drapery in the bay window, which was a tight space.  We opted for stationary panels in a lightweight linen that blended well with the wall color, to avoid too much bulk.

Before photo of the bay window:

And after:

The client gave us a lot of freedom, and she trusted us to make it happen.  Because of this, we were able to complete the project on time and on budget, with little added stress for the client.  And it looks great.

Sneak Peek: Living Room

Just a couple quick photos of a room in progress.  We still need art and finishing touches, but the furniture and rug already make the room look fantastic!  

3 typically traditional elements used in a modern way:

1. Tufted velvet sofa in a bold color 
2. Extra-large nailhead trim on the chairs
3. Large scale pattern and contrast in the black & white damask rug 

Norwalk Fabric & Design Trends, Part 5: Greenbrier

This is the last post in my series about the Fabric & Design Trends from Norwalk Furniture (see original post for Utah Style here)...

There were 5 trends presented and I'm elaborating on each one separately on my blog, with images of furniture examples produced by Norwalk.  I've already posted about the "Black is Back", "Luxury Neutrals", "Drum Beat", and "Tongue-in-Cheek Chic" trends.  The 5th trend presented was "Greenbrier."  

Greenbrier

The Alleghany Mountains of West Virginia are home to one of American's grandest traditional resorts, The Greenbrier at White Sulpher Springs.  Founded over 150 years ago and renowned for its exuberant Dorothy Draper decorated interiors, this relaxed and elegant playground welcomes both kings and commoners to its legendary 10,000 acres.  Norwalk takes on this preppy aesthetic with its homage to this grand resort.  With greens ranging from moss to emerald, blues with a decidedly turquoise hue, and purples in shades of violet, these upbeat color combinations are equally at home in your living room, sunroom, or upbeat bedroom."

Examples:

 

Norwalk Fabric & Design Trends, Part 4: Tongue-In-Cheek Chic

Continuing my series of posts about the Fabric & Design Trends from Norwalk Furniture (see original post for Utah Style here)...

There were 5 trends presented and I'm elaborating on each one separately on my blog, with images of furniture examples produced by Norwalk.  I've already posted about the "Black is Back", "Luxury Neutrals", and "Drum Beat" trends.  The 4th trend presented was "Tongue-In-Cheek Chic."  

Tongue-In-Cheek Chic

"With a slightly naughty-but-nice edginess, this couture-inspired theme celebrates the forward thinking work of Alexander McQueen, Christian Louboutin, Robert Cavalli, and Kean Etro.  The fashion runways from New York to Milan were full of studs, grommets, rivets, and metal accents this season.  Shades of blue/green from jade to mint provide the perfect soothing complement to the ashen toned base cloths.  While cosmopolitan images of skulls, Buddha, and dolled-up dogs provide the whimsy and swank that energize this restful palette."

Examples:

Norwalk Fabric & Design Trends, Part 3: Drum Beat

I recently did a guest post on Utah Style & Design about upcoming fabric & design trends from Norwalk Furniture, presented by Caroline Hipple and Dixon Bartlett of HB2.

There were 5 trends presented.  I highlighted them in my guest post (see it here), and I'm elaborating on each one separately on my blog, with images of furniture examples produced by Norwalk.  


I've already posted about the "Black is Back" and "Luxury Neutrals" trends.  The 3rd trend presented was "Drum Beat".  

Drum Beat

"From the great American southwest to the plains of central Africa, the echo of ethnic tribal patterns and themes has never been more prominent.  Animal skin layouts remain at an all-time high in popularity, while mud and kuba clothes, indigenous rug designs, sophisticated quilting and matelasse texturing with dense natural fibers all add a rich touch to this motif.  Deep chocolates and mineral greys ground this decidedly earth toned palette, while native clay and dusty Prussian blue add a restful complement to this timely decorative theme."

Examples:

Next post:  "Tongue-in-Cheek Chic"