Comfortable deep seating allows owners to curl up in front of the fire at night. During a hot day when the children are out playing, then can fill the "foot bath", created by sinking the entire area by 1'. Foot bath for the adults, kiddie pool for the youngsters! When done, water drains via spa drains right into the retention pit. No wasting water!

Our clients desired a fun and whimsical space for their boys playroom, but wanted it to be gender neutral for possible future children. We started with this fun map of the world wallpaper mural and designed a custom built in storage bench beneath it to easily tuck toys away. A custom bench seat cushion and bright throw pillows make it a cozy spot to curl up with a book. Custom bookshelves hold lots of favorite kids books, while a chalk board wall encourages fun and imagination. A play table and bright red chairs tie into the red bench pillows. Finally, a fun striped play tent completes the space and a woven chandelier adds the finishing touch.

This fresh and open room was repainted to make the most of it's inviting features. Shelves were styled to highlight some of the owner's favorite things and the window seat was styled as a perfect spot to curl up with a book.

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Tucked under the staircase in the recreation room, we designed a reading nook with custom wood cubbies and a large cushion where the kids can curl up with a book. Behind the nook, there was still a ton of space under the stairs, and we decided to create a hidden playspace for the kids.

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A remodeled modern and eclectic living room designed with Lisa Rubenstein. This room was featured on Houzz in a "Room of the Day" editorial piece: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54584369/list/room-of-the-day-dramatic-redesign-brings-intimacy-to-a-large-room

The family room allows everyone in the family to curl up with a good book, play video games, watch movies, do homework or just hang out together. Good family room designs create multiple zones with unique features that separate the room into activity or conversation areas without sacrificing the open feeling of the room itself. Lighting plays a big part in this, with separate controls for different parts of the room. Furniture placement also has an impact, creating cozy nooks or larger media viewing areas.

Tucked under the staircase in the recreation room, we designed a reading nook with custom wood cubbies and a large cushion where the kids can curl up with a book. Behind the nook, there was still a ton of space under the stairs, and we decided to create a hidden playspace for the kids.

The Living room is where the friends hang out, chat, watch movies and read. The patterned drapes frame the window and Joanie (the cat) loves to curl up here. The TV sits anchored on a wall that has the map of Rome as its wallpaper. Bokshelves under have treasures for the friends. And the layout of the room enables tea, conversations and lounging. Blue plays an accent here with the sofa and the blue dot on the grid rug. The Green chandelier ties the lounge with the rest of the house which has more of a green colorway.

Create an island oasis in your living room or family room with this exceptional sofa. Design features include rolled arms with elegantly curled fern wood accents, traditional turned legs and wooden base rail. This graceful sofa will create a casual appeal with tropical accents for your décor. Two 20 x 20 inch and two 18 x 18 inch blend down throw pillows provide visual contrast and comfort. Settle into the ultra down seat cushions after a long day working or playing in the sun and relax in luxurious style!

The living room exudes a sense of vibrant comfort. The spaciousness invites you to relax and spread out, while the large blue couch beckons you to sink in. A warm glow emanates from the space, thanks to the ample natural light. The eye-catching artwork adds a touch of playful energy with its mix of styles and colors. There's a hint of sophistication in the artwork's bold design and pops of color, but the overall feeling is more welcoming and fun. It feels like a place where you can unwind and enjoy conversations with friends, or simply curl up with a good book on the inviting couch.

A reading nook under the stairs in the family room is a cozy spot to curl up with a book. Expansive views greet you through every tilt & swing triple paned window. Designed to be effortlessly comfortable using minimal energy, with exquisite finishes and details, this home is a beautiful and cozy retreat from the bustle of everyday life. Jen G. Pywell

Play a quick game of pool when visiting the basement; or curl up on the multi-colored couch to watch a movie with friends.
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Play a quick game of pool when visiting the basement; or curl up on the multi-colored couch to watch a movie with friends.
Mid-sized arts and crafts look-out dark wood floor and brown floor basement photo in Indianapolis with orange walls

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Dennis and Joe have a large, light-filled house. New construction meant lofted space and open floor plans with traditional styling. Running a busy dental practice by day and engaged in a rich social life by night, this couple needed a professional to take the lead on making their house a home. That’s my cue! They wanted to take risks, and stay away from “matchy-matchy”. We gussied up a plain ol’ TV room and gave it a healthy dose of luxury. Our plan was initially inspired by an abstract painting hanging over their stone fireplace. We brought in their love of the outdoors to make things cozy and used family furniture whenever possible for nostalgia and comfort. I took their love for one-of-a-kind objects and started making a design plan, aiming to solve their biggest frustration: the family room. They had a tortured relationship with a “forgotten family room,” a great space that was spacious and bright, but not at all cozy or joyful, and certainly not “them.” I wanted to create a cozy space functional for everyday curling up with puppies and watching TV after dinner, yet chic enough for hosting the pre-dinner kitchen overflow and cocktails during parties. I went looking for contrasting textures and materials. I wanted to balance patterns and scale, and use non-traditional colors as neutrals to create an overall sense of “BAM!” Dennis and Joe loved the nod to the classics juxtaposed with new and different globally-inspired pieces. For this project our design aesthetic can be described as Middle Eastern/tribal meets mid-century modern. We played to their sensible side with proportion and balance, and stayed as far away from boring/bleh as we could. You could say this room was pretty successful...It was featured in DC Modern Luxury. (#nobigdeal, right?) From there we moved on to other spaces.. We added colorful pillows and sheer drapery to finish off their formal living room. We kept an inherited bedroom set from Dennis’ Mom and added color, draperies, and pillows to overhaul the guest bedroom. Their project was not a rip-and-replace, we weren’t starting from scratch with a blank piece of paper. Rather, our goal was to take what was already there and make it better, more like them. Using functionality first, we focused on giving the house a soothing, joyful aesthetic. We upped the chic factor by a gajillion and helped them find their ‘happy’ at home. See more Safferstone stuff at www.safferstone.com. Connect with us on Facebook, get inspired on Pinterest, and share modern musings on life & design on Instagram. Or, send us a love note at hello@safferstone.com. Photo: Angie Seckinger

Maybe it's just us, but this sweet space reminds us of waking up to an early spring-morning sun, pouring a humble mug of Earl Grey tea, and curling up with a blanket and favorite book. This lovely home is picture perfect, bright, and playful.

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