This guest bedroom was a nursery before the transformation. It is a small bedroom (10' x10') but this blush pink colour for the walls makes it feel so luxurious. There were a few DIY projects in this room including the side table, headboard and window valence. Check out the blog post on my website to see the full before and after reveal. http://mockingbirdinteriors.com/interior-design-blog/guest-bedroom-reveal

The home theater has illuminated crown and recessed downlights for artwork, which helps replace the light from windows in this basement room. Visit LightCanHelpYou.com for more of my stories, articles, blog posts, and services.

to see more photos of this project, go to our blog post. http://livingvintageco.com/2015/07/jennys-garden-shed-revealed/ photos by Mark Gaynor

This was a typical 50's era, dark, outdated house with low ceilings and prehistoric finishes. And, to top it all off, there was ONE pink bathroom on the main floor. ​ What did we change here? Let’s see… just about everything. We opened up the kitchen, added a large window above the sink. We installed new custom kitchen cabinets and an island. We created a multilevel ceiling for zone definition, and added various light fixtures to provide ambient, decorative and sufficient task lighting. We completely changed the fireplace and added a custom built cabinet to add storage space. ​ New windows, new floors, new pantry, new closets and new bathrooms. Yes, bathroomS, there is an “s” in there. We managed to give the homeowner a master ensuite bathroom in the space where no one thought it could be possible. We literally stretched the walls. Yep, we can do that :)

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This back yard in Mission Viejo got an earth friendly make over using soft set flagstone, California native plants and several rain tanks. The homeowners now have more space to entertain and enjoy life. All the materials were also locally sourced and hand selected to suit the clients needs and budget. You can also read the full blog post with a video of this project here http://tinyurl.com/jtjguc6

This is the master bedroom of a French chateau built in the 1400’s. It is currently about 80% completed. This room sits in the most amazing spot in town, overlooking a medieval church, courtyard, and roundabout. The balcony is so lovely with its original iron railing, tall French doors, and wood shutters. The space itself is comfortable and cozy, rich with texture and highlighting, not overshadowing, the historical intricacies of this incredible home. Visit our website, we created a blog post for more information on this project.

Pro Tip: If your cabinets have a strong odor, stains, tannins or varnish you will want to use BOSS. Dixie Belle Paint’s BOSS contains odor eliminating and stain blocking technology for exceptional coverage. This creamy formula glides on smooth and dries in about an hour. BOSS prevents bleed thru of wood tannins and varnishes allowing you to transform any piece to a crisp, light color with ease. This product will completely mask odors on old furniture that may have been exposed to smoke, pets, or other circumstances that contribute to odors. For more information on “How to Use BOSS” visit this blog post.

Alison suffers from terrible migraines and wanted a room in her home that was dark enough to help her recover naturally. She found that our Ultimate Blackout Cellular Shades and Movable Arch Blackout Shades were the perfect fit for her unique shaped windows. These shades have vinyl channels that block all light coming in from the sides of the shades for a complete blackout. To learn more about Alison of How She Does, check out here blog post, here: http://www.howdoesshe.com/migraines-blinds-com/

This project in Mission Viejo, CA was a mixture of lawn, weeds, outdated walkway and cracked concrete driveway. All that was removed and replaced with drought tolerant plants, soft set flagstone (mortar set where necessary), two rain tanks and various other accessories. You can also read the full blog post with a video of this project here http://tinyurl.com/nx4trj9

“It’s hard to believe these two sets of photos are actually the same space! The 1950s “modern” kitchen was tiny and dark, and the adjoining family room went largely unused by the family. Yet the owners love to cook and entertain, so this kitchen needed to go! Designer Fabrice Garson removed the wall between the two spaces and created one multi-purpose space: an open kitchen with abundant storage and prep space at the large range and island; a banquette for casual family meals or homework; and a separate table for dinner parties. Because they’d be losing their formal dining room, Fabrice recommended adding the coffered ceiling to lend an air of elegance to the new space. This once-gloomy cave morphed into an airy, luminous room. Pops of dark blue on the island, the banquette upholstery, and the banquette wallpaper add a fun element to temper the traditional tone of the inset cabinetry. And the mixture of stainless appliances with the brushed gold faucet, gold accents on the pendant fixtures, and the bronze crystal chandelier create an eclectic but elegant look.” (This blurb was part of Bilotta’s Blog Post written by Paulette Gambacorta) The finished space features Signature Custom Cabinetry in a mix of white paint on the perimeter and a custom navy paint on the island. All hardware is a mixed of brushed nickel knobs and cup pulls. The countertops are Ceasarstone’s Bianco Drift and the backsplash is a classic and clean white ceramic subway tile. Appliances are all by Thermador with the exception of the Best hood insert which is hidden by the custom white painted hood. The sink is an apron front by Kohler in cast iron with a white enamel finish and is accented by a brushed copper faucet and water filter. The decorative lighting adding to the elegance of the space is by EuroStyle. The custom-built banquette and coffered ceiling were both designed by Fabrice and brought to life by his long time contractor Breton Contracting. Designer: Fabrice Garson Photo Credit: After Photos by Peter Krupenye

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A planked shiplap wall and board and batten walls add texture to this living room space. Tiffany of Making the World Cuter used Blinds.com Simplicity Cottage Shutters with smaller slats and a double hung construction to giver he windows old world charm. To learn more about Tiffany's remodel, you can read her blog post, here: http://makingtheworldcuter.com/2015/06/living-room-reveal/

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This Victorian home got the remodel of the century! The builders decided to keep the front Victorian and add an addition onto the back that is right out of the pages of Modern magazine. Designer, Corinne Ekle was responsible for all the interiors from the ground up. Be sure to check out her blog post of the whole experience at http://www.c2designinteriors.com

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Statement pendant lights add pop and flair to the Curbly kitchen remodel. Vases, books and collectibles are the icing on the cake atop the Aristokraft range hood. Beautiful and stylish.

This project in Mission Viejo, CA was a mixture of lawn, weeds, outdated walkway and cracked concrete driveway. All that was removed and replaced with drought tolerant plants, soft set flagstone (mortar set where necessary), two rain tanks and various other accessories. You can also read the full blog post with a video of this project here http://tinyurl.com/nx4trj9

Fancy adding a touch of mint green to your kitchen but not sure how? Mint is no longer reserved for retro. With loads of different ways to add a touch of mint green to your kitchen, you don’t have to go “all-out” to add a splash of mint. In this blog post, we give you lots of ideas on how you can add mint green to your kitchen.