design by Pulp Design Studios | http://pulpdesignstudios.com/ This home was designed with a casual lifestyle and multiple kids in mind. Furnishings in the open concept living areas are functional as well as relaxing. Earth tones and natural finishes provide the perfect backdrop to showcase the clients’ mementos from travels to Asia and Africa.

In what was once the dining room part of the LR/DR combination, we built a custom wraparound library wall--a place for our couple to share a light meal, or a cup of coffee. The shelves hold mementos, books, family memories.

Floating shelves hold photos, artwork and mementos.
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This library area stores special mementos and favorite books on custom made library shelves.
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Family is the focus in the basement, with a spacious playroom, a hall complete with shelves for displaying special mementos and collectibles, a wet bar, rec room, two guest bedrooms and 1-1/2 bathrooms.

The existing library and expanded kitchen now open to the back patio, connecting indoor and outdoor rooms. The homeowners love pops of color and pattern. Here the open shelving sports turquoise paint to set off books and favorite mementos.

Family is the focus in the basement, with a spacious playroom, a hall complete with shelves for displaying special mementos and collectibles, a wet bar, rec room, two guest bedrooms and 1-1/2 bathrooms.

Built in side display cabinets with in cabinet lighting provide space to showcase prized possessions and family mementos.
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This space was originally accessed from inside the closet to the right. I opened up the front and made a wonderful alcove for photos, candles, books and mementos. The Ilex pendant matches the ceiling fixture in this bedroom.

Highlights include indoor-outdoor eating and spa areas perfect for large family gatherings, ample storage for beach equipment, curated displays for travel mementos, and renewable energy resources.

Everyone wants a cozy, moody lounge these days — perfect for tucking in with tea and book or cocktails with a few friends. Again, keeping with simple furniture frames, interest was added with textiles, color and decor. The shelving showcases family mementos and art along with a bit of storage.

Black and silver metallic wallpaper adds drama to an artful arrangement of the owner's original pen and ink drawings of their beloved dogs Photo: Steve Baduljak

I like to decorate bookshelves! I pulled his favorite books and mementos scattered throughout his house to tie it all together in one cozy, personal space.

A beautiful young bride wants a very small but elegant late September wedding - something understated but glamorous. She chooses a setting that reflects her Southern affections and asks Decorations Lucullus to style the reception and arrange the flowers with an eye to both the past and the present. Voila! A gorgeous luncheon in historic rooms. The guests were delighted to take away the silver julep cup filled with a bouquet as a memento.

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