Eat-in kitchen - traditional medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Boston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Sometimes what you’re looking for is right in your own backyard. This is what our Darien Reno Project homeowners decided as we launched into a full house renovation beginning in 2017. The project lasted about one year and took the home from 2700 to 4000 square feet.

The family needed some new appliances and the sink needed to be replaced. But such a gorgeous setting needed to be supported by an equally gorgeous and easy to cook in kitchen. We chose a countertop that mimicked the mood of the ocean outside, sometimes bright and happy, sometimes stormy in its iridescence.

The family needed some new appliances and the sink needed to be replaced. But such a gorgeous setting needed to be supported by an equally gorgeous and easy to cook in kitchen. We chose a countertop that mimicked the mood of the ocean outside, sometimes bright and happy, sometimes stormy in its iridescence.

The family needed some new appliances and the sink needed to be replaced. But such a gorgeous setting needed to be supported by an equally gorgeous and easy to cook in kitchen. We chose a countertop that mimicked the mood of the ocean outside, sometimes bright and happy, sometimes stormy in its iridescence.

These micro LED strings lights are a versatile accessory with any decor. These copper wire LED string lights are fully submersible and a great option to an endless list of water based lighting projects.

Art filled home on Upper West Side of New York City mixes vintage mid-century finds with modern pieces.
Example of a transitional dark wood floor kitchen design in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

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Example of a transitional galley light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen design in Manchester with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Mid-sized trendy light wood floor and beige floor enclosed dining room photo in Los Angeles with gray walls and no fireplace

The family needed some new appliances and the sink needed to be replaced. But such a gorgeous setting needed to be supported by an equally gorgeous and easy to cook in kitchen. We chose a countertop that mimicked the mood of the ocean outside, sometimes bright and happy, sometimes stormy in its iridescence.

This kitchen was originally built for a different time. Lifestyles have changed. Appliances have changed. Sometimes you can adapt, and sometimes you need to just start over.⁠

Sometimes you seek a beautiful space where you can commune with the outdoors but still feel at home. This Sammamish client has a gorgeous backyard that needed a new deck in order to take full advantage of summer. The space, while beautiful, also required a design that would maintain privacy from nearby neighbors. This deck, complete with a privacy screen was the perfect solution for their family. We love the look that the ipe wood provided!

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This kitchen was originally built for a different time. Lifestyles have changed. Appliances have changed. Sometimes you can adapt, and sometimes you need to just start over.⁠

Transitioning from a wood floor into a tile foyer can sometimes be too blunt. With this project we added a glass mosaic tile allowing an awesome transition to flow from one material to the other.

The family needed some new appliances and the sink needed to be replaced. But such a gorgeous setting needed to be supported by an equally gorgeous and easy to cook in kitchen. We chose a countertop that mimicked the mood of the ocean outside, sometimes bright and happy, sometimes stormy in its iridescence.

When it comes to finding inspiration for your house or apartment design, there are a variety of routes you can take. For some, it is important to dive into the latest trends in fashion and art, using only the most popular decor pieces and embracing the color palettes seen on runways or in home and garden magazines. But for others, it’s simply about discovering what feels most like “home.” Ashley Steele, the creator of A Styled Affair, was part of the latter group. “Since my husband and I were moving into a space that was previously owned, I needed a way to make it feel like it was truly ours, and unique to us,” she told our team. A Styled Affair sprang from Ashley’s passion for fashion, and need for a creative outlet. But it soon became more than that. She developed a following, and it quickly became a place where she could share her personal style, travel adventures, and lifestyle tips. “While the blogging industry has become overwhelmed with people sharing their favorite home decor or make-up tips, I think what sets A Styled Affair apart is my commitment to stay true to my unique taste. I have always marched to the beat of my own drum – and that carries through in the clothes I wear, the decor I select for our home, and the travels I plan.” Paintzen connected with Ashley as she was settling into her new home in Boston’s Seaport District. Although she and her husband have lived in Boston for almost 8 years, they were used to smaller, more traditional spaces. Their new home is much bigger, and more modern, than any place they lived before. “I wanted to select colors of comfort, simplicity, and sophistication so we could elevate the space and make it feel more like a home.” Ashley also accurately pointed out that new construction can sometimes feel a little cold and sterile, almost industrial. “I wanted our home to feel like a peaceful oasis after coming in from the bustling city.” Ashley chose soft white paint for her walls to bring a sense of comfort and zen. With lots of wall decor, art work and carefully selected furniture, the walls serve as a clean and comfortable palette, and allowed her more freedom when making her other design decisions throughout the space. Ashley kept the overall palette fairly neutral, and incorporated “modern bohemian” inspired decor throughout the home; the final product was clean and simple, and catered to her style. We asked Ashley what she was most excited for now. “I’m most excited to continue to find new decor pieces to compliment the paint colors and decor we’ve already found for the space. We have been really patient with decorating and selected each piece really careful to make sure it is cohesive and flows from room to room. I’m looking forward to enjoying the space with my husband and dog, and entertaining friends and family in the spring and summer!” A few final questions for Ashley on her experience with Paintzen: “I would highly recommend Paintzen to anyone, especially those that live in the city. There are so many different paint companies and contractors to choose from but going through Paintzen simplified the process and made me feel comfortable that we had the right team working on our space. Their platform for booking services and choosing paint colors made the process seamless and was a great way to keep track of what we booked and chose for colors. Most importantly, the customer service team was outstanding whenever we had a question or needed to make an adjustment.” And advice she would give someone repainting their home: “Patience. I would recommend taking your time and doing your research before selecting paint colors. Lighting changes every color so make sure to bring paint swatches and samples into the space and look at it throughout the day to see the different tones that the light will pick up. I would also recommend researching color trends and recommendations for colors in the family you are looking for. We found our living room color through a blog post listing top-used colors by interior designers and it looks amazing.”