April 10, 2014

What’s In Your Pantry?

Printer with your pasta?  Computer with your Corn Flakes?

Certainly that choice would not be for everyone.  But when presented with this useless, inefficient pantry and in need of a small home office, my client suggested we blend the two.  As one of the most organized women I have ever known, there was no need to list the pros and cons of this unusual arrangement to her.  I knew she could keep it perfectly clean and manage to do it with style!

With attractive baskets and drawers to hide unsightly pantry necessities, the pantry is always attractive and functional.

February 18, 2014

Don’t Forget to Look Up!

So many elements come together to make a finished room.  Certainly furnishings are a main factor, but let’s consider the architectural elements of the room as well.  The floors are a good place to start.  They can be wood (what species, what stain?) or tile (ceramic, natural stone or marble?).  Will your walls be painted, wallpapered or paneled?  The window choices are endless and how you treat the fireplace or built-in cabinetry can completely define the style of a room.

November 14, 2013

Second Home Surprise

At our first kitchen meeting for this mountain home renovation, knee deep in appliance brochures and photos, my conservative client surprised me by suggesting, “Do I really have the nerve to do a red stove?!”

I’m so glad she did!

Among the rustic but elegant textures and neutral shades, the candy apple red stove creates a dramatic effect.