The client recently moved from Connecticut to West Palm Beach, and she was thrilled about her tall ceilings and airy, open floor plan! However the home was too modern (and brown!) for her taste, so the design scope included a bit of remodeling and a lot of redecorating. We started by painting all the walls white to enhance & brighten the open spaces. Incorporating the client’s bohemian vibe was the most exciting part of this project. We picked a few rooms for fun wallpaper, and you’ll notice an animal theme throughout the home. Textured, layered accessories were curated to create depth, interest and accomplish a “lived-in” home design.

A Well-Designed Kitchen Can Increase the Value of Your Home The quality and design of the kitchen you install in your home can have an impact on the re-sale value of your property. Investing in a high-quality and well-designed kitchen will not only make your life easier, but you can also expect to get a better price for your home should you wish to sell it in the future. In fact, a new kitchen is listed as one of the top renovations in terms of the ROI. No matter which part of the home you’re re-decorating, it’s crucial that you pay attention to good design principles. Creating a good design strategy is even more important in kitchen design. The kitchen is now the most important room in the home. In the past, kitchens were simply a place to prepare and eat food, but in modern times the kitchen is the heart of the family home. Our kitchens will often act as a social area, cooking area and a dining room as well as a general living space. This is why good design is so important when planning a kitchen.

These past clients wanted to renovate and redecorate their 25-year-old family room, primary bedroom, and ensuite. They wanted a vibrant and fresh colour palette for the family room. We replaced the flooring, designed a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and provided new furnishings and décor. In the bedroom and ensuite, they wanted a fresh and spa-like colour palette. Both function and beauty were important to them. We changed the ensuite layout to allow for a large walk-in shower and two vanities. Beautiful wallpaper and finishes adorn this new space. The bedroom was given a major facelift. New furniture, bedding, drapery, and wallcoverings provide them with a bedroom to retire to at night. For more about Lumar Interiors, see here: https://www.lumarinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.lumarinteriors.com/portfolio/woodbridge-family-home-renovation-decor/

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This Olmos Park Estate is one of several projects for a long-time San Antonio client with whom Mark has collaborated over the years. A classic Spanish style home, this full remodel and redecoration included finishes, layout and furniture selections. Mark drew on the context and proportions of the original architecture to create interiors which reflect the character of this historic home.

This Olmos Park Estate is one of several projects for a long-time San Antonio client with whom Mark has collaborated over the years. A classic Spanish style home, this full remodel and redecoration included finishes, layout and furniture selections. Mark drew on the context and proportions of the original architecture to create interiors which reflect the character of this historic home.

This Olmos Park Estate is one of several projects for a long-time San Antonio client with whom Mark has collaborated over the years. A classic Spanish style home, this full remodel and redecoration included finishes, layout and furniture selections. Mark drew on the context and proportions of the original architecture to create interiors which reflect the character of this historic home.

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The Historic Home lies at the heart of Michael Carter’s passion for interior design. Well versed in the academics of period architecture and antiques, Carter continues to be called on to bring fresh and inspiring ideas to historic properties that are undergoing restoration or redecoration. It is never the goal to have these homes feel like museums. Instead, Carter & Company strives to blend the function of contemporary life with design ideas that are appropriate – they respect the past in a way that is stylish, timeless and elegant.

Photographer- Lisa Gotwals http://www.lissagotwals.com/ Designer- Alys Protzman http://www.houzz.com/pro/alysdesign/alys-design Aug/Sept 2015 Renewing Old World Charm http://urbanhomemagazine.com/feature/1405

Photo: Caroline Sharpnack © 2017 Houzz
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