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Our clients purchased this 1950 ranch style cottage knowing it needed to be updated. They fell in love with the location, being within walking distance to White Rock Lake. They wanted to redesign the layout of the house to improve the flow and function of the spaces while maintaining a cozy feel. They wanted to explore the idea of opening up the kitchen and possibly even relocating it. A laundry room and mudroom space needed to be added to that space, as well. Both bathrooms needed a complete update and they wanted to enlarge the master bath if possible, to have a double vanity and more efficient storage. With two small boys and one on the way, they ideally wanted to add a 3rd bedroom to the house within the existing footprint but were open to possibly designing an addition, if that wasn’t possible.
In the end, we gave them everything they wanted, without having to put an addition on to the home. They absolutely love the openness of their new kitchen and living spaces and we even added a small bar! They have their much-needed laundry room and mudroom off the back patio, so their “drop zone” is out of the way. We were able to add storage and double vanity to the master bathroom by enclosing what used to be a coat closet near the entryway and using that sq. ft. in the bathroom. The functionality of this house has completely changed and has definitely changed the lives of our clients for the better!

A cozy and functional farmhouse kitchen with warm white cabinets and a rustic walnut island.
Mid-sized country l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
Mid-sized country l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
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Photography: Augie Salbosa
Example of an asian medium tone wood floor bedroom design in Hawaii with orange walls
Example of an asian medium tone wood floor bedroom design in Hawaii with orange walls

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, two islands and white countertops

Anne Mathies
Example of a large mountain style single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash and stone tile backsplash
Example of a large mountain style single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash and stone tile backsplash

Maximizing the functionality of this space, and coordinating the new kitchen with the beautiful remodel completed previously by the client were the two most important aspects of this project. The existing spaces are elegantly decorated with an open plan, dark hardwood floors, and natural stone accents. The new, lighter, more open kitchen flows beautifully into the client’s existing dining room space. Satin nickel hardware blends with the stainless steel appliances and matches the satin nickel details throughout the home. The fully integrated refrigerator next to the narrow pull-out pantry cabinet, take up less visual weight than a traditional stainless steel appliance and the two combine to provide fantastic storage. The glass cabinet doors and decorative lighting beautifully highlight the client’s glassware and dishes. Finished with white subway tile, Dreamy Marfil quartz countertops, and a warm natural wood blind; the space warm, inviting, elegant, and extremely functional.
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Large transitional dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen photo in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and two islands

Brand: Showplace Wood Products
Door Style: Covington
Wood Specie: Hickory
Finish: Autumn with Ebony Glaze
Counter Top
Brand: Wilson Art
Color: Milano Brown #4725K-52

Brand: Showplace Wood Products
Door Style: Covington
Wood Specie: Hickory
Finish: Autumn with Ebony Glaze
Counter Top
Brand: Wilson Art
Color: Milano Brown #4725K-52

Brand: Showplace Wood Products
Door Style: Covington
Wood Specie: Hickory
Finish: Autumn with Ebony Glaze
Counter Top
Brand: Wilson Art
Color: Milano Brown #4725K-52

I worked with CAD Development to select the cabinetry and stone/tile for this lovely new construction home in Westchester County. I was then hired by the homeowners to decorate the interiors, It was a great job from start to finish!
ND Interiors is a full-service interior design studio based in Westchester County, New York. Our goal is to create timelessly stylish spaces that are in equal parts beautiful and functional.
Principal Designer Nancy Davilman embraces the philosophy that every good design choice comes from the dynamic relationship between client and designer.
Recognized for her keen eye and wide-ranging experience, Nancy builds every project upon these fundamentals:
An understanding of the client’s lifestyle at home;.
An appreciation for the client’s tastes, goals, time frame and budget; and
Consideration of the character and distinctiveness of the home.
The result is timelessly stylish spaces that are in equal parts beautiful and functional -- often featuring unexpected elements and one-of-a-kind finds from Nancy’s vast network of sources.
ND Interiors welcomes projects of all sizes.

Brand: Showplace Wood Products
Door Style: Covington
Wood Specie: Hickory
Finish: Autumn with Ebony Glaze
Counter Top
Brand: Wilson Art
Color: Milano Brown #4725K-52

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Brand: Showplace Wood Products
Door Style: Covington
Wood Specie: Hickory
Finish: Autumn with Ebony Glaze
Counter Top
Brand: Wilson Art
Color: Milano Brown #4725K-52

Brand: HomeCrest Cabinets
Door Style: Heartland
Wood Specie: Hickory
Finish: Medium
Counter Top
Brand: Wilson Art
Color: Milano Amber #4724K-52
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor open concept kitchen photo with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, brown backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white appliances
Mid-sized elegant l-shaped ceramic tile and gray floor open concept kitchen photo with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, brown backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white appliances

Our clients came to us wanting to maximize the space they had. They were not planning on moving anytime soon, as they loved their neighborhood. They wanted to renovate the front of their house, which included the front atrium, living room, kitchen, and powder bath. They hated their kitchen because it was completely closed off, had low ceilings, was dark and outdated, not to mention the floors were different in each of these rooms! The pantry was in the breakfast area and the kitchen table became a junk catcher, being the first thing you see when coming in from the garage/laundry room. In their living room, they wanted the spaces on either side of the fireplace to be symmetrical, whether that be bookshelves, a wet bar or closed off. Both parents are working professionals with no time and/or desire to design, create and figure this out on their own. They needed help figuring out how to reconfigure their current space in order to maximize what they already had, as they could not see an obvious solution. They could not envision how it would look so the fact that our designers were able to show them their new kitchen in 3D was pertinent.
We removed the pass-through windows that surrounded the atrium and front dining room, as well as the entire kitchen wall, completely opening up those two rooms. We removed a hall that used to lead between the kitchen and the living room since it was a complete waste of space! The ceilings were raised to 10’ in the kitchen and we were able to leave the skylight, letting in that natural light they wanted. We were able to give them a much larger pantry with tons of shelving and increase the size of their laundry room by utilizing the space of their old breakfast nook.
We relocated the door to the garage into their new elongated laundry room, built a wet bar across from their new larger pantry (with a pocket door) and the flow and functionality of these new spaces is just perfect! All new Waypoint cabinets were installed one two main kitchen surrounding walls painted Linen. Calacatta Bianco Polished Porcelain Tile 4x12 was used for the backsplash. A large eat-at island was installed, painted Stone, where the family can now gather for homework, meals, and mingling. The soft champagne bronze hardware and accent lighting really give this white and gray kitchen a soft classic look.
In the living room, we removed the built-in bookshelves to the left of the fireplace and closed off the wet-bar on the other side, giving them more space in their master suite. White Oak wood flooring, stained Putney, was installed throughout the entire new space, giving it the continuity they were looking for.
In the guest bathroom, Carrara white herringbone marble mosaic 12x12 tile was used on the shower floor and niche, while basic marble Bianco polished 12x24 porcelain tile was used on the walls. Luxart polished chrome traditional hardware gives this timeless bathroom the perfect shine.
Our clients are so happy with the new functionality and look of their space. It has definitely changed their lives in a way they could have never imagined!

Image Courtesy © Michael Graydon
Inspiration for a coastal backyard concrete patio remodel in Boston with a roof extension
Inspiration for a coastal backyard concrete patio remodel in Boston with a roof extension

Super functional under stair storage cabinets. Super heavy duty glides give access to the huge storage cabinets.
Staircase - traditional staircase idea in Orange County
Staircase - traditional staircase idea in Orange County
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