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When we first started talking in the spring of 2015, I was impressed. She was witty, realistic, and understood that as much as she loves my shows on HGTV, design does not does not happen in 43 minutes! She told me about her space, and how she felt that her bedroom seemed “blah” to her. She had no retreat. Molly desperately longed for a place that she could spend time in, read in, play in and above all, relax in.
What we did:
Many people are terrified of hiring a designer. Rightfully so, they are investing a pretty penny in their homes. They want to make sure that everything, down to the last floral arrangement, is to their liking, because they will have to live it (and pay for it). Unfortunately, a client can unintentionally stifle a designer’s creativity through micro-management. This can produce lackluster results and ultimately cause more time (and money) to be spent on a project than is really necessary.
With Molly, that was never an issue. Before she even showed me the room in question, she said that I could have full creative license to do what I needed to do to her bedroom. SAY WHAAH!?
With Molly giving me complete creative freedom, I planned everything out and got down to business. The result: Bite-your-bottom-lip sexy. I don’t get jealous of too many of my clients’ spaces, but this one still takes my breath away every time I look at the pics!
The craziest part was that by adding more furniture, it actually made the space feel larger.
Molly and her husband Patrick loved the finished space, and promised me I will be back to finish the rest of the house!
Here’s the highlights of the rest of the project:
I came up with a space plan with three options.
Next, we reviewed mood boards and fabric schemes that would work for both Molly and her hubby Patrick.
We started with the bed. My goal was to add edge to its otherwise traditional style.
We decided to spice things up by painting the trim work in the room black.
We built in layers of lighting with dimmers. In a bedroom everything should be on dimmers, right? Right.
We designed and customized bedding, chairs and window treatments.
Together with Molly, we selected the most perfect wallpaper. This geometric “grasscloth” adds so much depth and dimension that was just missing before.
What I love:
That light fixture. I mean it is really, really amazing in person.
The porcupine mirror. This thing came packaged like it was the hope diamond, and everyone was terrified to handle it. But it really became a highlight of the room.

Photo: Lucy Call © 2013 Houzz
Home office - contemporary built-in desk home office idea in Salt Lake City
Home office - contemporary built-in desk home office idea in Salt Lake City

A bright, industrial chic kitchen. Accented with wood beam, white brick walls. The Lisboa patchwork hexatile highlighted the backsplash. Frosted glass horizontal upper cabinets added a modern touch.
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Photo: Lucy Call © 2016 Houzz
Inspiration for a modern open concept concrete floor living room library remodel in Salt Lake City with white walls
Inspiration for a modern open concept concrete floor living room library remodel in Salt Lake City with white walls

Example of a country dark wood floor and brown floor entryway design in Atlanta with gray walls and a dark wood front door

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Product : Basalt Stone Kitchen Sink & Countertop.
Phone#: (212) 461-0245
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For the past few years the trend in kitchen decor has been to completely remodel your entire kitchen in stainless steel. Stainless steel counter-tops and appliances, back-splashes even stainless steel cookware and utensils.
Some kitchens are so loaded with stainless that you feel like you're walking into one of those big walk-in coolers like you see in a restaurant or a sterile operating room. They're cold and so... uninviting. Who wants to spend time in a room that reminds you of the frozen isle of a supermarket?
One of the basic concepts of interior design focuses on using natural elements in your home. Things like woods and green plants and soft fabrics make your home feel more warm and welcoming.
In most homes the kitchen is where everyone congregates whether it's for family mealtimes or entertaining. Get rid of that stainless steel and add some warmth to your kitchen with one of our antique stone kitchen hoods that were at first especially deep antique fireplaces retrofitted to accommodate a fully functional metal vent inside of them.

Brent Haywood
Staircase - small contemporary wooden straight staircase idea in San Diego with wooden risers
Staircase - small contemporary wooden straight staircase idea in San Diego with wooden risers

Photo: Sarah Seung McFarland © 2016 Houzz
Living room library - eclectic dark wood floor living room library idea in New York with white walls and a media wall
Living room library - eclectic dark wood floor living room library idea in New York with white walls and a media wall

Inspiration for a modern 3/4 white floor alcove shower remodel in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door

Inspiration for a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor mudroom remodel in DC Metro with beige walls

Lucas Allen
Tuscan enclosed family room library photo in Jacksonville with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
Tuscan enclosed family room library photo in Jacksonville with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

 
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This client wanted a complete update of their kitchen and came to us with several objectives. They wanted a larger island and easier access to the dining room. They also wanted to eliminate the existing cooktop location from the island and make the island larger. Because the existing space was not able to accommodate all those requests, we decided to eliminate the breakfast area and incorporate that space into the kitchen. By eliminating an existing bay window and making the kitchen sink window larger, we were able to make the new layout work without sacrificing any natural light. A French door to the newly added and adjoining sunroom and casual outdoor dining spot still allows for multiple dining options. And by enlarging the opening to the dining room, it allows for easier access to this space on a daily basis versus for special occasions only.
The client already had a large desk in the kitchen and spends a lot of time at this area. We were able to make the new desk even larger by moving the refrigerator to another area. The refrigerator is covered in decorative panels so that it blends nicely into the furniture look of the room. The larger island can now seat several people comfortably.
The room’s traditional feel was achieved by providing different finishes on the perimeter, island and desk cabinetry. Handmade gray backsplash tile, a combination of soapstone and Carrera marble give the space a classic appeal. Details provide interest – custom glass mullions, decorative wood hood and bronze hardware give the space character and charm.
Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD
Interior Design by: Rachel Alcorn
Architect: Rick Rearick
Contractor: KJN Renovations
Photography by: Mike Kaskel
For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Photography by: Heirloom Creative, Andrew Cebulka
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless enclosed living room remodel in Charleston with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless enclosed living room remodel in Charleston with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Mike Kaskel
Example of a transitional l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and beige countertops
Example of a transitional l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and beige countertops

Formal living room with fireplace and custom furniture.
Living room - transitional living room idea in Orange County
Living room - transitional living room idea in Orange County

David Duncan Livingston
Example of a huge beach style open concept and formal medium tone wood floor living room design in San Francisco with beige walls and no tv
Example of a huge beach style open concept and formal medium tone wood floor living room design in San Francisco with beige walls and no tv

Designer Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn helped a neighbor and friend to update a “builder grade” kitchen into a personal, family space that feels luxurious and inviting.
The homeowner wanted to solve a number of storage and flow problems in the kitchen, including a wasted area dedicated to a desk, too-little pantry storage, and her wish for a kitchen bar. The all white builder kitchen lacked character, and the client wanted to inject color, texture and personality into the kitchen while keeping it classic.

Contemporary high-tech living room features elegant furnishings and smart home automation from Control4 to enhance the ambiance and add the ultimate in convenience. Broadcast the music of your choice using a whole-home audio solution, powered by Control4. The recessed smart lighting and access lighting is designed to create the perfect personalized ambiance. Other automation options may include smart appliances, programmable thermostat control for comfort and energy management, home security system integration, shade automation, and full A/V control. And everything can be controlled from virtually anywhere - using your Control4 app with a smart phone or tablet device or a convenient touch screen.
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