Custom metal screen and steel doors separate public living areas from private.
Example of a small transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor, brown floor, tray ceiling and wall paneling family room library design in New York with blue walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Inspiration for a small mediterranean formal and open concept light wood floor, tray ceiling, brown floor and wall paneling living room remodel in Other with a standard fireplace and blue walls

Custom metal screen and steel doors separate public living areas from private.
Small transitional enclosed medium tone wood floor, brown floor, tray ceiling and wall paneling family room library photo in New York with blue walls, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Example of a small beach style enclosed porcelain tile and wall paneling living room design in Miami with gray walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Patterned cement tile from the entry was brought into the fireplace surround to make the spaces cohesive. A framed picture of a surfer combined with coastal paintings grouped together on the mantel help accentuate the colors of the ocean.

When you first walk into the Hurt’s home one of the first rooms that you see is straight ahead, the den. A small room, right off the kitchen and the sunroom the den is the gathering space for the family. Between the deep leather sofa and the cozy swivel chairs, there is a place for everyone to rest and to recline (including their 60 lb. puppy, Bacon!). The streams of sunlight that fill the space during the day along with the cheerful pops of color found in the oriental rug, bring a cheerfulness to the space while the calming sea-foam color on the walls help to ground it and provide a sense of peace.

A fun patterned cement tile was used to invoke a bright and cheery entry. Lounge sofa and paired with a Sisal Rug invoke a comfortable coast vibe.
Small beach style open concept wall paneling family room photo in Los Angeles with gray walls and a tile fireplace

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Small beach style vinyl floor, beige floor and wall paneling family room photo in Orange County with white walls and a wall-mounted tv

Purchased as a fixer-upper, this 1998 home underwent significant aesthetic updates to modernize its amazing bones. The interior had to live up to the coveted 1/2 acre wooded lot that sprawls with landscaping and amenities. In addition to the typical paint, tile, and lighting updates, the kitchen was completely reworked to lighten and brighten an otherwise dark room. The staircase was reinvented to boast an iron railing and updated designer carpeting. Traditionally planned rooms were reimagined to suit the needs of the family, i.e. the dining room is actually located in the intended living room space and the piano room Is in the intended dining room area. The live edge table is the couple’s main brag as they entertain and feature their vast wine collection while admiring the beautiful outdoors. Now, each room feels like “home” to this family.

In this renovation we opened up a lot of smaller spaces to create a useful mudroom entrance and roomy kitchen. This little sitting area/ mini family room is a new addition off the kitchen--a place where everyone wants to hang out. Photo: (c) Jeffrey Totaro, 2022

Patterned cement tile from the entry was brought into the fireplace surround to make the spaces cohesive. A framed picture of a surfer combined with coastal paintings grouped together on the mantel help accentuate the colors of the ocean.

A lot of my friend’s know that I am ALL ABOUT styling a shelf (#shelfie). It’s probably the one areas of a home that I can style the quickest, thanks to my background in art and design. Whenever styling a shelf I tend to style it like I would paint a canvas… the eye should travel via color and light; there should be texture and balance through the weight of the objects; the eye should also have a place to rest.

Inspiration for a small contemporary enclosed wall paneling family room remodel in Chicago

Example of a small transitional wall paneling family room design in Bridgeport with multicolored walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

This was originally just a normal brick fireplace dissconnected from an existing wood bookcase that created separation between family room and stairwell. It now reads as a 3D entertainment unit by simply artfully adding millwork to create unity and craftsmanship along the front and end of the divider wall. Paint, Finishes, Design & Photo: Renee Adsitt / ColorWhiz Architectural Color Consulting Contractor: Michael Carlin

Built In with media cabinet below. Layered with art, vintage pieces and books.
Inspiration for a small coastal medium tone wood floor, brown floor and wall paneling living room remodel in Orange County with white walls

For the painted brick wall, we decided to keep the decor fairly natural with pops of color via the plants and texture via the woven elements. Having the T.V. on the mantel place wasn’t ideal but it was practical. As mentioned, this is the where the family gathers to read, watch T.V. and to live life. The T.V. had to stay. Ideally, we had hoped to offset the T.V. a bit from the fireplace instead of having it directly above it but again functionality ruled over aesthetic as the cables only went so far. We made up for it by creating visual interest through Rebecca’s unique collection of pieces.

Living room - small formal and open concept ceramic tile, beige floor and wall paneling living room idea in Miami with white walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

From the start of styling process, Rebecca had big dreams of having basket wall on the wall behind the couch, something that we both agreed is yes quite trendy but timeless as well. It was the perfect opportunity to add some playfulness, warmth and texture to the space. There are many approaches that you can take when creating any kind of gallery wall whether you are using baskets, frames, plates, trays, etc. I tend to go with my guttural instinct and start hanging without measuring or overthinking things, however that is the artist in me. It is wise to sometimes take a step back and pause before poking nails in the wall!