The flow of daily life is reconsidered— the former formal living room is transformed into a warm, inviting dining space.
Inspiration for a transitional dining room remodel in Denver

A small, nyc studio transformed into a super chic bachelorette pad
Transitional bedroom photo in New York

We transformed this space into a clean contemporary retreat with a total fireplace renovation. The updated window treatments, pillows, artwork and coffee table tie the whole room together.

Tommy Bahama furniture completes this patio

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal and open concept dark wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Toronto with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

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Inspiration for a mid-sized 1950s open concept light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in New York with gray walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

A transitional modular sectional with endless possibilities. Beckie has limited skus but can transform into as large or small as needed to fill your room. All pieces are welted with box seat cushions and loose boxed edge back. The legs are finished in Walnut

Interior design by Lewis Interiors Richard Mandelkorn This awkward, dark interior bathroom was transformed into a spacious and practical retreat, with a separate his and hers vanity as well as a seated makeup table. Statuario marble wainscot and slab countertops bring luxury and polish to the space, with a waterworks soaking tub and separate walk-in shower and watercloset nearby.

This sloped garden was transforming into a modern outdoor retreat with a raised outdoor kitchen and dining area, hot tub, steel raised planters, and a flagstone patio with a fire table. Creative plant placement provides privacy from close urban neighbors and makes this space feel a world away.

View of the dining room and living room. Note the 12' high ceilings. Sofa is custom, lounge chairs and media stand are vintage, and ottoman is from Room and Board. The dining table is from Transformer tables, it transforms from an 18" deep console into a 10' long table easily for entertaining. We also added many plants to soften the space and take advantage of the generous natural light.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master light wood floor and brown floor bedroom remodel in Vancouver with white walls and no fireplace

Formal dining room: This light-drenched dining room in suburban New Jersery was transformed into a serene and comfortable space, with both luxurious elements and livability for families. Moody grasscloth wallpaper lines the entire room above the wainscoting and two aged brass lantern pendants line up with the tall windows. We added linen drapery for softness with stylish wood cube finials to coordinate with the wood of the farmhouse table and chairs. We chose a distressed wood dining table with a soft texture to will hide blemishes over time, as this is a family-family space. We kept the space neutral in tone to both allow for vibrant tablescapes during large family gatherings, and to let the many textures create visual depth. Photo Credit: Erin Coren, Curated Nest Interiors

Example of a large trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a large trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island

Everyone needs a little space of their own. Whether it’s a cozy reading nook for a busy mom to curl up in at the end of a long day, a quiet corner of a living room for an artist to get inspired, or a mancave where die-hard sports fans can watch the game without distraction. Even Emmy-award winning “This Is Us” actor Sterling K. Brown was feeling like he needed a place where he could go to be productive (as well as get some peace and quiet). Sterling’s Los Angeles house is home to him, his wife, and two of their two sons – so understandably, it can feel a little crazy. Sterling reached out to interior designer Kyle Schuneman of Apt2B to help convert his garage into a man-cave / office into a space where he could conduct some of his day-to-day tasks, run his lines, or just relax after a long day. As Schuneman began to visualize Sterling’s “creative workspace”, he and the Apt2B team reached out Paintzen to make the process a little more colorful. The room was full of natural light, which meant we could go bolder with color. Schuneman selected a navy blue – one of the season’s most popular shades (especially for mancaves!) in a flat finish for the walls. The color was perfect for the space; it paired well with the concrete flooring, which was covered with a blue-and-white patterned area rug, and had plenty of personality. (Not to mention it makes a lovely backdrop for an Emmy, don’t you think?) Schuneman’s furniture selection was done with the paint color in mind. He chose a bright, bold sofa in a mustard color, and used lots of wood and metal accents throughout to elevate the space and help it feel more modern and sophisticated. A work table was added – where we imagine Sterling will spend time reading scripts and getting work done – and there is plenty of space on the walls and in glass-faced cabinets, of course, to display future Emmy’s in the years to come. However, the large mounted TV and ample seating in the room means this space can just as well be used hosting get-togethers with friends. We think you’ll agree that the final product was stunning. The rich navy walls paired with Schuneman’s decor selections resulted in a space that is smart, stylish, and masculine. Apt2B turned a standard garage into a sleek home office and Mancave for Sterling K. Brown, and our team at Paintzen was thrilled to be a part of the process.

Example of a large minimalist formal and enclosed concrete floor and gray floor living room design in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Our Clients loved their home, their backyard and their neighborhood, but wanted a new feel to their 1960’s Colonial. So they asked us to give it a complete internal “facelift.” Now, elegant mahogany doors set the tone for the graceful Entrance Hall; the stunning renovated Kitchen is open to the Family Room; the expanded “back of the house” area between the Garage and Kitchen accommodates Laundry and Mud Rooms, a Walk-in Pantry, and Pool Shower Room and Closet. On the second floor, the Kids’ Bedrooms and Bathrooms are updated with new fixtures and finishes; and the reconfigured Master Suite fashions a sun-filled Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling, a large Dressing Room, and beautiful Bathroom. To our Clients’ delight, the internal “facelift” was a genuine transformation, and gave their home a fresh, new beginning.

This 1910 masterpiece designed by famed architect Howard van Doren Shaw was transformed by us specifically for formal entertaining. Its elegantly-appointed interiors emphasize a museum-quality collection of fine art and antiques. Photos by: June Suthigoseeya