Robin Lechner Designs

Home Improvement Professionals , Interior Designers & Decorators , Universal Design
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Robin Lechner Designs
9 Reviews

1950 Split Level With Attitude

A 1950's home on the Gold Coast of Long Island was originally a simple split level. It's "Cinderella transformation" resulted in an elegant, eclectic beauty.
Country: United States
The wall between the living and dining room was removed to add a sense of spaciousness. Wall to wall carpeting was removed, and the floors refinished and stained a warm oak. A crewel area rug grounds the antique dining table and Queen Anne style chairs. The contemporary oil was painted by Jean...
1950 Split Level With Attitude
What keeps the monochromatic white master bedroom from looking flat and boring is the mix of textures, fabrics, a few antiques, and a deep burgandy bergere. The carpeting was pulled up and the oak floors bleached, topped with a soft area rug. Photo by Robin Lechner
1950 Split Level With Attitude
The living room is like a musical composition. The 50's modern furniture creates the basic theme. But a musical composition sounds better with layers. Harmony is provided by pieces the owner brought back from China: coromandel screen, water color, silk area rug, and accessories in porcelain. Photo...
1950 Split Level With Attitude
As empty nesters, the owners transformed one of three bedrooms into a home office. Shades of gray highlighted with metallic blinds and parsons table desk add shimmer, and makes the smallish room appear larger. Photo by Robin Lechner
1950 Split Level With Attitude
An open porch off the living room of a vintage split was transformed into a light-filled, inviting all-season room, perfect for the northeast climate. The cement floor was replaced by bluestone to maintain an outdoor atmosphere. Large glass panel windows reach almost floor to ceiling - space was...
1950 Split Level With Attitude