The clients wanted a Japanese, Zen-inspired design for their high-rise condo with blue and red accent colors. The biggest proposed change was building out a portion of the focal wall which would create an inset where I could add floating shelves. I proposed mounting the TV on the buildout above a new mantel, and an electric fireplace requested by the clients below the mantel. Sconces on either side of the TV add a bit of Asian flare while also allowing me to remove the numerous lamps that were cluttering the space. I continued the shelving onto the window wall, reinforcing the clean lines often seen in Zen designs and made a feature of the client’s Southwestern pottery. I replaced the oversized leather couch with a low profile loveseat, and the leather chair with 2 accent chairs. The existing swivel chairs were re-upholstered in a navy fabric, and the furniture was rearranged in a clean, symmetrical layout (very Zen).

In the dining room, I proposed adding a Japanese style pendant, and new area rug, and reupholstering the chairs in red, Asian-inspired fabric.