Example of a transitional living room design in Atlanta

Updating this room required balancing classic style and modern elements. As this room isn’t often used we kept to a modest budget. We added some bespoke touches with curtains, upholstering of the occasional chair, and an upholstered headboard. The dramatic curtains in black with a bold floral design fit the classic-modern brief, the pinks and yellows informing the rest of the soft furnishings. We love the studded detailing on the drawers and mirror, a cool contemporary touch for when our client’s adult daughter comes to stay.

Open living room/parlor and dining room in former double parlor layout with double fireplaces. Wing chair, Occasional chairs, stone fireplace surround, antique campaign-style chest of drawers, round mirrors over both fireplaces, unique vintage tribal kilim rug. Pale beige grass cloth walls

Colleen Donovan - CMD Home Staging Large, sprawling, executive bungalow in a private, country, ravine setting, overlooking 15 Mile Creek, in the heart of beautiful Niagara. 3400 sq ft. Updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Luxurious spa like bathrooms. MLS Number: N30050617 Listing agent Dale Petrie - Sally McGarr Realty 905-687-9229 For more photos and information http://www.niagararealtor.ca/listings/n30050617

Sight & Sound This clean modern south Oakville Ontario remodel proves you don’t need to move to a condo to completely update your surroundings. These Oakville empty nesters with an active social life aren't interested in “fuddy-duddy” decor. On the contrary, they are interested in the latest design trends, as well as the most current audio/visual components. The original stone fireplace was updated with a custom designed mantle and a new gas insert. The updated warm grey colour palette balances the natural stone making it an inviting focal point. The interior design included reconfiguring the room layout. Originally a smaller TV was located in-between the window and the fireplace and the sofa was where the current cabinet is now. Our new layout opens up the room taking full advantage of it’s size. The sumptuous sectional allows for relaxed tete a tete evenings as well as seating for larger groups. The additional leather occasional chair completes the conversation circle too. We naturally selected fabrics that are family friendly to ensure the grandchildren and adults can all be at ease. The flexibility of the 3 piece coffee table is both practical and adds an element of modern artistry. Grounding the room is a carpet graphic grey animal skin custom sized into an area rug. Components as well as miscellaneous items are easily stored in the customised wood cabinet. Stephani Buchman Photography

Updating this room required balancing classic style and modern elements. As this room isn’t often used we kept to a modest budget. We added some bespoke touches with curtains, upholstering of the occasional chair, and an upholstered headboard. The dramatic curtains in black with a bold floral design fit the classic-modern brief, the pinks and yellows informing the rest of the soft furnishings. We love the studded detailing on the drawers and mirror, a cool contemporary touch for when our client’s adult daughter comes to stay.

Updating this room required balancing classic style and modern elements. As this room isn’t often used we kept to a modest budget. We added some bespoke touches with curtains, upholstering of the occasional chair, and an upholstered headboard. The dramatic curtains in black with a bold floral design fit the classic-modern brief, the pinks and yellows informing the rest of the soft furnishings. We love the studded detailing on the drawers and mirror, a cool contemporary touch for when our client’s adult daughter comes to stay.

Updating this room required balancing classic style and modern elements. As this room isn’t often used we kept to a modest budget. We added some bespoke touches with curtains, upholstering of the occasional chair, and an upholstered headboard. The dramatic curtains in black with a bold floral design fit the classic-modern brief, the pinks and yellows informing the rest of the soft furnishings. We love the studded detailing on the drawers and mirror, a cool contemporary touch for when our client’s adult daughter comes to stay.

Restructure Studio's Brookhaven Remodel updated the entrance and completely reconfigured the living, dining and kitchen areas, expanding the laundry room and adding a new powder bath. Guests now enter the home into the newly-assigned living space, while an open kitchen occupies the center of the home.

Updating this room required balancing classic style and modern elements. As this room isn’t often used we kept to a modest budget. We added some bespoke touches with curtains, upholstering of the occasional chair, and an upholstered headboard. The dramatic curtains in black with a bold floral design fit the classic-modern brief, the pinks and yellows informing the rest of the soft furnishings. We love the studded detailing on the drawers and mirror, a cool contemporary touch for when our client’s adult daughter comes to stay.

Exposed wooden legs in a natural finish give this updated wing-back chair a more contemporary feel. Photo by Laura Oglethorpe
Living room - transitional living room idea

This small home built in 1906 had endured countless mis-guided alterations over the years. As such, there was no existing charm nor detail to preserve. The interior upgrade of the house pursued three main goals: First, to maximize its spaciousness and the flow of light and air between rooms and zones; second, to update the house’s flow and function with the addition of an en-suite bathroom on the second floor and completely re-configured kitchen; and third, to upgrade the systems and structural stability of the house by replacing and enlarging its basement and adding energy-efficient HVAC systems, in-floor heating, and enhanced ventilation. The judicious application of douglas fir millwork, exposed framing, and carefully detailed finishes provide a sense of coherence, tectonic honesty, and occasional surprise, in crafting an efficient and comfortable home.

This coastal living room designed by KRM Design Group incorporates soft grey tones with white distressed occasional pieces and accents of navy blue.
Inspiration for a transitional living room remodel in Tampa

Colleen Donovan - CMD Home Staging Large, sprawling, executive bungalow in a private, country, ravine setting, overlooking 15 Mile Creek, in the heart of beautiful Niagara. 3400 sq ft. Updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Luxurious spa like bathrooms. MLS Number: N30050617 Listing agent Dale Petrie - Sally McGarr Realty 905-687-9229 For more photos and information http://www.niagararealtor.ca/listings/n30050617

This small home built in 1906 had endured countless mis-guided alterations over the years. As such, there was no existing charm nor detail to preserve. The interior upgrade of the house pursued three main goals: First, to maximize its spaciousness and the flow of light and air between rooms and zones; second, to update the house’s flow and function with the addition of an en-suite bathroom on the second floor and completely re-configured kitchen; and third, to upgrade the systems and structural stability of the house by replacing and enlarging its basement and adding energy-efficient HVAC systems, in-floor heating, and enhanced ventilation. The judicious application of douglas fir millwork, exposed framing, and carefully detailed finishes provide a sense of coherence, tectonic honesty, and occasional surprise, in crafting an efficient and comfortable home.

This small home built in 1906 had endured countless mis-guided alterations over the years. As such, there was no existing charm nor detail to preserve. The interior upgrade of the house pursued three main goals: First, to maximize its spaciousness and the flow of light and air between rooms and zones; second, to update the house’s flow and function with the addition of an en-suite bathroom on the second floor and completely re-configured kitchen; and third, to upgrade the systems and structural stability of the house by replacing and enlarging its basement and adding energy-efficient HVAC systems, in-floor heating, and enhanced ventilation. The judicious application of douglas fir millwork, exposed framing, and carefully detailed finishes provide a sense of coherence, tectonic honesty, and occasional surprise, in crafting an efficient and comfortable home.

Sight & Sound This clean modern south Oakville Ontario remodel proves you don’t need to move to a condo to completely update your surroundings. These Oakville empty nesters with an active social life aren't interested in “fuddy-duddy” decor. On the contrary, they are interested in the latest design trends, as well as the most current audio/visual components. The original stone fireplace was updated with a custom designed mantle and a new gas insert. The updated warm grey colour palette balances the natural stone making it an inviting focal point. The interior design included reconfiguring the room layout. Originally a smaller TV was located in-between the window and the fireplace and the sofa was where the current cabinet is now. Our new layout opens up the room taking full advantage of it’s size. The sumptuous sectional allows for relaxed tete a tete evenings as well as seating for larger groups. The additional leather occasional chair completes the conversation circle too. We naturally selected fabrics that are family friendly to ensure the grandchildren and adults can all be at ease. The flexibility of the 3 piece coffee table is both practical and adds an element of modern artistry. Grounding the room is a carpet graphic grey animal skin custom sized into an area rug. Components as well as miscellaneous items are easily stored in the customised wood cabinet. Stephani Buchman Photography

This small home built in 1906 had endured countless mis-guided alterations over the years. As such, there was no existing charm nor detail to preserve. The interior upgrade of the house pursued three main goals: First, to maximize its spaciousness and the flow of light and air between rooms and zones; second, to update the house’s flow and function with the addition of an en-suite bathroom on the second floor and completely re-configured kitchen; and third, to upgrade the systems and structural stability of the house by replacing and enlarging its basement and adding energy-efficient HVAC systems, in-floor heating, and enhanced ventilation. The judicious application of douglas fir millwork, exposed framing, and carefully detailed finishes provide a sense of coherence, tectonic honesty, and occasional surprise, in crafting an efficient and comfortable home.

After completing their kitchen several years prior, this client had us back to update their powder room in this 1930’s home. The Powder Room that is also used occasionally as a full guest bath, was gutted and reworked to accommodate more storage and updated fixtures and accessories. Pretty details such as the floral wallpaper and crystal light fixtures give the room a formal feel that makes it worth a visit. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com