Kevin Retired Decorator Sorry your posts has no photos or info to help you

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Dytecture lots of photo ideas in the search section.

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Darzy Could you show a picture of the spaces? I saw some great pendants at Home depot for only $40 (like for above an island). What style and type are you looking for? We really need to see the space for size/design.

Dytecture What is considered "inexpensive" for you ?

Dytecture So far so good. Gather up all the images that you and start compiling a material / sample board.

Brittany James I’m renovating my room this month, and my new color combos are grey and a plum/ berry color. My cabinets are going to be high gloss white. The wall that my bed is on will be the berry color for an accent wall, and the rest of the walls will be grey. I haven’t decided on a headboard color yet... either white or grey like yours. And by looking at other ideas on here I might throw in a few accents of lime green.... Good luck with Your color shopping.

Dytecture SS is more versatile and appears more high end.

tuzzle Thank you all for your answers!

Dytecture scope of work requires hiring an architect, engineer, and contractor.

Joseph F. Yencho, Design/Builder @Dytecture- Absolutely!. Just trying to see if it was even worth glorio's time to look for one.

S. Thomas Kutch Hey anything's possible if you throw enough money at it......the big question is will it cost you more to do this or does it makes since to call in a Cat D9 and just start over?

Dytecture much more labor intensive.

Rockin' Fine Finish Sheetrock is the least expensive that looks good everything else that is cheaper in cost will look cheap

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stephen00 what about a mirrow with some kind of small shelve or hooks to hang up coats or hat for when you have guests

Andrea Prasch http://www.seura.com/

Dytecture Not unless the room is generously sized.

OnePlan have you tried looking online for a camping size DW ?! ie for a motor home or boat even ?! they do compact ones ! best of luck with your search !

Dytecture 18 inches for a compact dishwasher

dalma darling Which color combo did you decide on?

Dytecture They all work well together.

Dytecture Use the blue for the walls so they can be changed if that's too dark for you.

Cabell Design Studio Hello Marie,

We're in agreement with ASV. As long as you keep everything else white, or light, you should be fine.

Rowena Bathroom #1

Tamara Mack Design - Interiors

Best of luck with your decorating and please let us know if we can be of any assistance,

Elizabeth Cabell, ASID, CID
Cabell Design Studio

Mark A. De Castro Contracting Be sure to use at least 18'' tiles,most people don't know that large tiles in a small area actually create a more spacious feel.

Dytecture It looks fine for what it is, perhaps add some art work on the walls to 'warm' up the bathroom.

olldbobbi I wouldn't lose that tall cabinet, but I would consider painting it either white or whichever wall color you decide on. With that cabinet in place you don't need storage under the sink, so a pedestal sink will give you the illusion of more space.

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Cabell Design Studio Hello serenityidea,

Photos would indeed help. However, if it is dark narra wood that has not been refinished, as most victorian sets are quite dark, then you might consider the options below with a white/gray floral. If there is any color with the white/gray then you might consider pulling out that color, otherwise find a pop of color that you like instead. Off white, cream and gray rugs will always work, as well.

Satara Modern Damask Teal Rug

Arabesque-02 Rug, Teal, 5'-0" x 8'-0"

Mystic Collection Turquoise Rug

Harper Tonal - Colony Cream Rug

Snowy White Polar Bear Pelt

Best of luck with your decorating and please let us know if we can be of any assistance,

Elizabeth Cabell, ASID, CID
Cabell Design Studio

Living in Space LIS had the opportunity to design this beautiful apartment in central London and we absolutely loved it !

Dytecture Not crazy about the ceiling.

Dytecture hopefully this dilemma has been solved.

Phase Five Interiors Congrats on your first home!

If you do decide to go with darker floors, make sure they are 2-3 shades lighter than your existing cabinets. You can still keep the dark cabinets and contrast with a light-medium wall color. I agree w/ Mark about removing the white baseboards under your cabinets. It draws too much attention to the toe kick area. I would also remove the backsplash behind the range and add a soft color backsplash under all the cabinets to add texture.

vkilpatrick I wouldn't remove the white under the cabinet, but I would paint it a darker colour to match. You'll probably have something really ugly under there when you take it off. Be careful about very dark wood. Dark floors show everything! I don't know of anyone who likes living with them! I recently saw a kitchen with dark wood cabinets and all along the edge of the inside panel was white dust. It looked really bad (she is a very clean person, but it just shows everything). I think it's terribly impractical-maybe in a smaller area like a bathroom.
Agree about removing the backsplash and panel over the stove, add some lovely textured tile or a nice, warm grey to soften everything. There is an awful lot of jarring contrast going on in that room.
Congratulations on your first home! Get ready for the never-ending to do lists!
:-D
Kingston, Ontario

Dytecture can you attach a photo of the green curtains and wardrobe ?

olldbobbi Which shade of green are your curtains? [houzz=
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olldbobbi Definitely ALL of the above! Please instead of a demand. Pictures! Tell us if the furniture/accessories are yours and not the previous owners. Country/state! Budget. RESPOND to comments!!!

Love this post! Waaaaay overdue. Houzz! Please take note!

Dytecture The more information provided (visually), the easier for readers to understand.

Dytecture 2-3 pendants would be sufficient.

Sylvain Fortin 2 at this stage is decided... unless a lighting specialist can convince me that 3 is better.

Are two 12 inch pendants each providing 100 watts of lighting enough, or will it be best to use two 15 inch pendants to light the island?

Dytecture are any of the photos above of your place ?

joansahmed Here is a sample of what I am getting at but you should choose your favorite colors

littlehoneybee Brighter throw and pillows for pops of color, bigger art over the sofa and it should be lower.

Dytecture Might be wise to do all the renovations at once.

HERE Design and Architecture Confirm with some local builders but it sounds like it could be cheaper to just rebuild in this case.

Kevin Patrick O'Brien Architect, Inc. I agree with the post above. You might make a list of everything you need and want to do, then meet with a General Contractor to get their input. Very hard with this discussion format to know or advise when we don't know or can see the particular details. Also be ready for a few "surprises"! Every remodel/renovation has them! Good luck with your project!

eztia What is your question about refrigerators?

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eztia Go to Houzz PHOTOS. Scroll down to Townhouse. There are about 350 photos in this category.

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studio10001 Take a look through FIND LOCAL PROS for referrals. Also, 'patio', 'backyard patio' and 'outdoor fireplace' in Ideabooks should get you started.

Dytecture this is "Before & After" section.

Dytecture duplicate post in the wrong section.

Erica Gonzalez Yea I know, I realized it was in the wrong section so I reposted and from what I gather I can't delete. Sorry

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design You are just fine! Know the houzzer pros are great at giving advice on your dilemma -

Dytecture Not crazy about the 2nd storey above the garage looking from the front elevation.

Dytecture Must more usable island.

Reico Kitchen & Bath Great transformation! Agree with Dytecture...much more usable island!

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design Owners thrilled - richer, warmer, great new space!

Dytecture Are these before or after photos ?

Country Construction Co These are the finished renovation. Later today I'll post the before photo and additional interior photos

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design Like it already! Very much!

Dytecture can't tell exactly what the 'before' looks like, but sure is a big improvement.

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design A super dooper improvement! Yes black and white with an extra color always feels fresh - It looks fabulous too!

coli1128 Thanks Kevin! Great ideas... I appreciate your input.

Dytecture Very wise investment.

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Dytecture great landscape design for the climate.

Taylor Murphy Thank you. This is a more, highly, dry look. The same can be accomplished to give a more tropical look. I'll post an example. The City of San Diego has a rebate for replacing water-hogging lawns with sustainable plantings.

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design Very interesting - thanks

Dytecture this is before & after section.

feeny Here's a website on the maintenance of onyx counters:
http://onyxcountertops.org/onyx-countertop-care-maintenance/
But I think to find out if you can repair the spots already there before resealing you need to consult either the original fabricator or a local stonework restoration specialist. The whole countertop may need to be refinished to get rid of the existing spots and acid etchings.

Ed Hi gerna, no photos.

Dytecture is this before or after ?

Dytecture Nicely decorated, it takes away from the wall color.

Taylor Stav That is a Mitchell Gold Bob Williams Credenza. It's called the Morris I believe...

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design Looking good!

Dytecture Agreed, check with a structural engineer.

carolins @Kevin, do you ever read the ideabooks of Coffee with An Architect? I think you'll like them:

Kevin Patrick O'Brien Architect, Inc. Very clever! Illustrates the goal "communication" and solving the problem! It's very easy to make things difficult by over-thinking! That's why on the l o n g e r threads I like to go back to the original post and re-read the design problem! Thanks for that link!!

Design Freedom, inc. sounds like you have a good palette of soft, muted tones. with lots of colors (love it!) as your design element, i would maintain similar textures and scale (size) of everything else.

Dytecture can you attach a material board of all the colors being considered ?

ASVInteriors Ikea do a very slim sink. I am trying it out on a new build

Dytecture depending on the style of the bathroom.

Ginkgo Leaf Studio Do you have a photo showing the view you mention? A pergola can provide shade without a solid roof.

Dytecture difficult to visualize.

Dytecture Style of house looks more traditional.

judyg http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Indoor-3-light-Black-Pendant-Chandelier/5142980/product.html

camillealbert Don't go crazy. Try Lightingdirect.com. They have everything brand and no shipping. And you get it in a day or two.

Dytecture clad over with more updated stones.

Chrissy McCleery You know. I agree with Starr..the more I look at it the more I like it. I would remove mantle and fireplace insert. Replace insert with a contemporary piece. I would replace the star on another wall. Maybe spray paint same color as fireplace insert.

phillipachartley I like your ideas! I can picture it with the white as mentioned coupled with the darkening of the grout. None of the furniture is staying (although I agree - that couch is great). It's a home we're looking at purchasing and this wall had me stumped... Thanks!

Dytecture agreed the space could use some storage units to hide the components.

retepnworb Are you sure you want the tv over the fireplace? I've been in many rooms with this arrangement and always find them uncomfortable. Sitting on a normal height sofa or chair and looking UP at the tv is just not a comfortable arrangement for me. I suppose if you're stretched back in a recliner it might be ok, but.....

Matt Hamilton I am a little worried about it over the fireplace but since that's how the house came wired I'm going to give it a try for a while. There's an hdmi cable run in the wall from the bottom left up to the top.

Dytecture what is happening on the other side of the room ?

Kevin Patrick O'Brien Architect, Inc. Good point Carolyn, we are both on the same page! Define the needs and the users of this space first, then solve the problems or take advantage of the opportunities!

Carolyn Albert-Kincl Design No, I don't think a playroom would be that a great an idea in that remote part of the house unless you have a full time babysitter to watch the children. But if it's a parent who has to be there, it's removed from parts of the house where other necessary chores can be accomplished while watching children, such as cooking, cleaning, and household management.

In my mind it might be a good office at home space if one of the adults can work from home while the other is the caregiver for the children, or there is a babysitter, au pair, or housekeeper, as the case may be.

Dytecture What is the size of the bathroom ? photos would be helpful.

Dytecture lots of photo ideas in the search section.

Stanton Designs-online design services It's fun to do themed rooms. I wouldn't take it too literal though as to match everything to Michael Jordan. Is there a main item that can be an accent? Start there. Don't get too matchy with everything red, black and white, it will become to over done.

Dytecture can you attach some photos ?

It's a Beautiful World! Bobbie, if you and the girls happen to enjoy coastal decor, we have a series of seashell images on our Houzz page, in muted colors, including one triptych (on 3 panels) that I am attaching here.

All shell art pieces can be displayed in groups of 2 or more, here is one example of how they can be framed. They can also be printed on canvas and displayed in sets of 2, 3, 4, etc. And you can click on the link to see more images in this series. Enjoy!... Raisa
http://ben-and-raisa-gertsberg.artistwebsites.com/art/all/seashells+spectacular/all

Bobbie Jones love the sea shell idea!! will talk to girls, thank all of you for helping:)

Mona Ives Congratulations! It's so fantastic to reclaim space in our homes for useful purposes! I would suggest you search Houzz photos of offices and dens - that will provide you different examples - some modern, some traditional, that may help you identify your style.

Dytecture what is the size of this room ?

Dytecture only you know what design is 'best' for you.

akashsharma09 ITS BED ROOM

ASVInteriors Search Houzz "Browse Rooms" and look on the left hand side menu for bedrooms, you will find 1,000s of photos to give you ideas. If you can give more details like where the door is and windows, we can perhaps suggest ideal placement. All the best

Dytecture drop in tub

Dytecture Can the person(s) suggested this to you tell you ? maybe it's just a marketing tool.

Kaplan Architects, AIA The build up of the counter edge makes the stone look thicker thereby making the counter material look more substantial. I do not know why they would suggest this for the island only.

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Dytecture The rug needs to double in size.

PEYKAR ORIENTAL RUGS We would suggest either getting a larger rug, perhaps one with more pattern in a lighter color so it pops more against your floor. If your budget is tight another great idea is to put the rug in front of the couch between the couch and the tv instead of under the furniture. This makes the space look more full without needing such a large rug!

Sharon Charboneau, RESA Pro, Interior Stylist Varun,
Good idea rotating table & placing extra chairs in basement. You will see a space difference visually.

Re: arc lamp, I thought the distance from sofa was too much. It's a huge lamp & needs space to make a statement and provide light for reading w/o being bonked on the head.....see attached photo of client's LR using this lamp - base not showing

Is there any way you can "trade" sofa for chair & ottoman? Gray is a good colour & can easily be perked up with throw & pillows.

Dytecture agreed, need more colors.

Keitha Another thing that would help is to get rid of the dated porch post. I suggest a bulkier square post. Consider a lantern style porch light a little larger than your current fixture and to add some interest install a big potted fern on each side of the door. Here is a pic. Of garage door hardware that other posters have recommended.

libradesigneye What about a glossy hunter green for the shutters and front door - that is classic and compliments the rest - look at testing something like sherwin williams hunt club or rookwood shutter green for the shutters.See http://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW2809-rookwood-shutter-green/ I want to recommend a pretty yellow front door - something like sw bees wax would be very charming with the deeper historic rookwood tone. http://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW7682-bees-wax/

Try some flowering shrubs along the front foundation - raphiolepsis are proven, come in red, pink or white flowers.

judyg Post just once, please.

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carolins bump

Dytecture need more info.

Dytecture lots of ideas in the search section.

sam0705 I like the color combinations in the Bellagio Place photo posted by Carolins.

Dytecture depends if there is hard water in your area.

midmodfan Yes, depends on the water hardness. But even if the water isn't very hard, there will be stains. Rain-x helps at least for a while.

I have decided to use a squeegee for all surfaces - high gloss wall tiles, glass doors, AND large flat enameled shower pan. After each shower. No, it is not my favorite occupation, but it takes maybe 4 minutes and I always have a spotless shower. Think about it - would you want to do that? If not, you'd better choose a more forgiving tile.

A D More pics

Dytecture Both schemes work fine.

Dytecture Ideally they should match.

Dytecture do you have a material board ?

vanderwalc Yes

Dytecture add some colors.

nguyenhuong85 @VixZ & Sheila ...Thanks...who is Sweet Caroline btw?

Sheila Rowan Sweet Caroline is a frequent contributor to Houzz; just click on "find local pros" at the top of your screen and then type her name in the search box; you may also want to check on Houston area landscapers the same way.

Deborah Butler, Brickwood Builders It really depends upon layout and whether there are some vacant wall spaces. Recessed cabinets can provide some storage. There are also ways to have nice wall storage that doesn't look cheap - you can go to browse rooms and select bathrooms, then in the search bar enter "tiny" or "powder room" and there are ideas.

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decofriend I love the slate finish BUT wonder if it will make the kitchen too dark when combined with cherry cabinetry. I am a minimal maintence gal so I choose a faux stainless refrigerator when we remodeled our cherry kitchen. The other appliances contain black glass with bands of true stainless, thus little to clean:-). I did stay with one company so all finishes are seamless together. No ones knows the difference.

leelee Since burkydog didn't wonder about the kitchen looking too dark then I'm assuming it's small but well lit. The slate with cherry would be a very rich look. I'm personally not a huge fan of cherry cabinets--they seem a bit formal for my taste but that's just me.

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Nael Marie In Jordan...

Dytecture Lots of photo ideas in the search section.

Dytecture Could be as little as zero.

Coastal Home Design Studio I would give yourself enough space so you don't feel cramped. I do not have a pic to give you a better thought.

Dytecture Is a TV required ?

jshale Dytecture.....NO TV in this room.It's just for socializing and relaxing.

jshale I moved the sofa, so it directly faces the fireplace. Think it sticks out too far, past the railing. What do you think sloan01 ? Any other ideas?

Dytecture Still a bit confusing trying to get a sense of the space.

bostonfan12 Haha... No sir. That bathroom is already in the kitchen. Family room is actually on the left side of the kitchen. It's the photo on my second comment where you see a narrow hall way. At the end o the hall way is a living room. The family room was a garage that the previous owner converted. It's up against kitchen an dining room.

bostonfan12 Photos I took weren't great so I updated the sketch with a little more info. Looking to open up the dining/kitchen area if possible. Thanks!



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