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Before & Afters...Suggestions for final touches

12 years ago
last modified: 12 years ago
It's only been 4 weeks and a lot of work still needed but here are a few before and after pics of our 200 yr old home. Still need some final touches so I'd love to hear suggestions.

Comments (46)

  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Dramatic changes.
    M L thanked Dytecture
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Great updates!
    M L thanked Signature Home Services
  • 12 years ago
    Love the drama of the 3rd photo!!
    M L thanked K
  • 12 years ago
    what a change!
    that's what you call a good change.
    good job!!
    M L thanked anne dee
  • 12 years ago
    Fantastic transformation!!
    What's the paint colour you used ?
    M L thanked wickedxx
  • 12 years ago
    Wickedxx - The colour of the family room is BM smoke & mirrors CSP-105 and the living room is BM kendall charcoal HC-166.
  • 12 years ago
    Understated elegance and that navy blue velvet tufted bench is a lovely piece. Where did you get that?
    M L thanked Rue B
  • 12 years ago
    Rue - Thank you. The navy blue bench was a consignment find.
  • 12 years ago
    Next stop...consignment shop
    M L thanked Rue B
  • 12 years ago
    Amazing!
    M L thanked hatetoshop
  • 12 years ago
    Missing something on the wall right next to the entrance
    M L thanked Jespher Chen
  • 12 years ago
    Just waiting on the right piece. Was thinking of purchasing this for that wall.
  • 12 years ago
    The dimensions are 42"W x 58"H. Thinking the height will keep that wall looking nice and tall.
  • 12 years ago
    Simply stunning!
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Stunning transformation. I would add beautiful drapery panels on the windows to frame the area and add softness to this amazing space!
    M L thanked User
  • 12 years ago
    Wow! Absolutely stunning! I adore it! :)
    M L thanked Tina Riggins
  • 12 years ago
    Pretty. Very different look, more elegant, for sure.
    M L thanked grobby
  • 12 years ago
    Lately with before and after I struggle to know which is which, but with these I had to check back and forth to see how they are the same house! Stylish grandeur - breathtaking.
    M L thanked Leslie Tamani
  • 12 years ago
    Judi, you're absolutely right about the drapery panels.
  • 12 years ago
    Here is another before & after of our small guest room on a really tight budget.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Elle, there are so many ways to do the panels. I'm attaching a picture of one way, but please let me know if I can help.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Here are some other options. Color blocked drapery panels and soft neutral panels.
  • 12 years ago
    Judi,
    I'm liking the look of the 2nd photo
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    The room needs a small punch of color (leaning towards red). Try a blooming plant with red flowers or a great colored vase on the table. The punch will break up the sameness throughout.
    M L thanked A Design Eye
  • 12 years ago
    This is absolutely gorgeous. Beautifully done.
    M L thanked briannalorenz
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    wow!
    M L thanked User
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you so very much everyone :)
  • 12 years ago
    Stunning. In the second Before/After shot, it feels just a bit dark; and a Restoration Hardware large leaning mirror would reflect light and look great on that empty wall (but then, you're a Pro and the gown art is terrific too and the dark appearance could just be the photo.) I'd sure hire you if you were in Texas! Gorgeous job.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Absolutely breath taking. Stunning transformation.
    M L thanked SoCal Contractor
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    Hi Elle, if you are still considering artwork for the tall wall and if your client enjoys nature-inspired images, here is a link to our new piece that may work here... Raisa
    http://ben-and-raisa-gertsberg.artistwebsites.com/featured/natural-reflections-ben-and-raisa-gertsberg.html
    M L thanked It's a Beautiful World!
  • 12 years ago
    Glamorous!
    M L thanked User
  • 12 years ago
    200 years old? To my eye those rooms desperately need cornices to balance the deep (and period appropriate) skirting boards at floor level. I don't know how to say that in American English so I hope you know what I mean! The moulding that usually runs around the joining edge between ceiling and walls in old houses?
    M L thanked cavgirl
  • 12 years ago
    Beautiful rooms I dont think you need much help. Instead of just stuffing the rooms with things take your time and look for the perfect item or something that has meaning to you,after all thats what makes a house a home!
    M L thanked marywashington
  • PRO
    M L thanked Warner Decor
  • 12 years ago
    Warner Decor- Yes, I definitely need a tray :)
  • 12 years ago
    cavgirl- Yes, crown mouldings would look wonderful! Still looking for the perfect ones to match/look perfect with the original 18" baseboards.
  • 12 years ago
    New pics coming shortly :)
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Very dramatic, looks great, can't wait to see more pics
    M L thanked North Star Kitchen & Bath
  • 12 years ago
    Very nice! Love the new look!
  • 12 years ago
    This is a stunning transformation! I love that you kept a nice grey flow throughout! May I ask what your inspiration or technique was for mixing with the grey walls? I just moved into a new home with grey neutrals (dark grey accent walls) and am trying to figure out how to add colour throughout...and how to mix them! :)
  • 12 years ago
    LOVE the painted ceilings!!
  • 12 years ago
    @ lisaclough
    Post some pics. Our new place is known as 50 shades of gray. Lol. I love gray because you can add absolutely any colour to it and they'll pop. Some think gray is drab but, it allows for art and accents to stand out and the walls drop away. Perfect colour canvas for any room.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I love the paint color, especially when used with white crown moulding. It gives off such a dramatic look.
  • PRO
    9 years ago

    What a beautiful color.


  • PRO
    9 years ago

    Great remodel