Chattanooga, TN interior design project with overall goal to update the primary bedroom with a neutral color palette to create a calm sanctuary.
Large elegant master medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in Other with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Winner, 2014 ASID Design Excellence Award in Residential Design. A geometric-patterned wall covering and contemporary furnishings deck out a guest room in style. The dark gray in the ceiling and bed covering grounds the room in a deep and restful calm. Photography: Tony Soluri

Bedroom - coastal carpeted bedroom idea in Charleston with blue walls

Keeping the wood beams and ceilings, and enhancing them with natural oils was the ticket to success with this older A frame cottage. Painting out the walls was the second ticket. The marriage of materials keeps this cottage cozy and still fresh at the same time.

Ceiling fan in master bedroom provides lighting in addition to wall sconces above night stands. A sliding glass door with a transom window leads to the backyard. The vaulted ceiling is painted wood with beams.

Rick Pharaoh
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean guest dark wood floor bedroom remodel in Other with beige walls and no fireplace

Bedroom update for a 6 year old boy who loves to read, draw, and play cars. Our clients wanted to create a fun space for their son and stay within a tight budget.

• Masculine bedroom refresh • Custom wall treatment • Gray tufted upholstered headboard + bed frame - provided by the client • Brazilian Walnut wood flooring • Custom Area Wool and Silk Area Carpet - gray + blue • Custom blue window coverings - The Shade Store • Nightstand tables with yellow back-painted glass table top - provided by the client; restyled by JGID; glass by Paige Glass • Wall-mounted swing arm lighting - Artemide • Metal bench with custom cushion - Textile - Maharam • Felt Baskets - Calligaris

Kitchen painted with full-spectrum C2 Paint featuring a high gloss ceiling.
Large transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, black appliances, an island, marble countertops and glass sheet backsplash

This remodel consisted of a whole house transformation. We took this 3 bedroom dated home and turned it into a 5 bedroom award winning showpiece, all without an addition. By reworking the awkward floor plan and lowering the living room floor to be level with the rest of the house we were able to create additional space within the existing footprint of the home. What was once the small lack-luster master suite, is now 2 kids bedrooms that share a jack and jill bath. The master suite was relocated to the first floor, and the kitchen that was located right at the front door, is now located in the back of the home with great access to the patio overlooking the golf course. View more about this project and our company at our website: www.davefox.com

A super simple attic to bedroom conversion for a very special girl! This space went from dusty storage area to a dreamland perfect for any teenager to get ready, read, study, sleep, and even hang out with friends. New flooring, some closet construction, lots of paint, and some good spatial planning was all this space needed! Hoping to do a bathroom addition in the near future, but for now the paradise is just what this family needed to expand their living space. Furniture by others.

Designed to pack in color, texture and storage galore, this bedroom ensuite has it all. This petite Guilford home has little closet space so a custom built-in was designed to accommodate everything the client needs. The vibrant floral duvet cover sets a feminine, elegant tone, while pops of coral, warm wood tones, and a playful mix of patterns bring the space to life. Clever storage solutions and fun details like a custom-built wall, gold mirror, and chic nightstands make this room both practical and full of personality.

Heidi Zeiger Photography
Example of a cottage chic bedroom design in Other with gray walls

Avengers Murals, hand painted throughout a kids bedroom by Tom Taylor of Mural Art LLC. Superhero art has become very popular the last ten years and I've been asked to create superhero themed wall murals in rooms for kids and people of all ages. Whether it be Spiderman, Captain America, Batman or Avengers; the addition of large hand painted superheros will add amazing character to any room. I like to include shadowing with my characters to create a realistic 3D quality to the artwork and image. Superhero art is perfect for any game room, media room or your children's bedroom.

Example of a transitional master light wood floor bedroom design in Miami with gray walls

Alex Lucaci
Bedroom - large transitional master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea in New York with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

The country inspired Guest Bedroom features a white painted wood headboard with scalloped details. The bedding includes a matelasse bed cover and euro shams, a striped bedskirt and shams, and decorative throw pillows with a marine print. Mark Lohman Photography

This Guest Bedroom was awarded First Place in the ASID LEGACY OF DESIGN 2015 AWARD for Traditional Guest Bedroom. Interior Design & Styling by Dona Rosene Interiors. Photography by Michael Hunter.