How to decorate your entryway using things you already own.

I realize that most people don't really use their entryways anymore, but if you are like me, you still enjoy making it look inviting. In our home, we mostly use the garage when we come and go, but I make it a point to sit in my front room everyday; so naturally I want my space to look good. Our entryway is kind of non existent in a way, it's really just a small wall by the stairs, and it can certainly just be left clear. But since I enjoy moving things around, I generally decorate my entryway using things that I already own, like stools and or consoles. Then I dress it up a bit more by adding design books, flower, greenery, my favorite candles and other decorative accessories. 

Below are a few ways that I have made changes this year!

I also LOVE the way the light plays in this room at different times of the day.

This set up, I used a hand painted console, that I aquired about eight years ago from a dear friend. A few collected items, books, decor and in case you missed it...I have also painted the wall White. 

This might be my favorite corner of our home.

We have been in our home for two years now and things are finally starting to feel more homey. And somehow, "his" side of our master bedroom, might be my favorite corner in our home. 

We are lucky enough to have double sliding doors, that lead directly to the backyard, and of course I did not want to be on that side of the bed.  It was too close to the doors. Now, every time that I clean our bedroom, and the morning light shines in, that is the first place I start and the first place that the light hits. 

So naturally, I am drawn to "his" side, my favorite side of our master bedroom.

From Pool House to Guest Suite in 30 days!

This pool house was transformed into a guest suite, and has been a great addition during the holidays.

I recently received a message from a favorite client asking if I was up for a challenge, no questions asked I said yes!

Well, he asked me to update his pool house, in 30 days. I  figured, “It’s a pool house. Shouldn’t be too bad.” With that being said,  I had never been inside the pool house and when I finally saw the inside  (two days later), my chest sunk and my skin filled with goose bumps...

After a short discussion, my client gave me the budget and said, "You have full control.” Designer’s dream words right? I was very excited and immediately got started taking pictures and measurements. OH MY!! The bathroom had "ancient" gold framed doors (my grandmother had these, back in the 80's) Now I know brass has made a comeback, but those were clearly the dated version. Did I mention my nerves were already bad? I knew then, I needed to get rid of  those doors, but I didn't really have time for a full remodel, and the deeper I dug into the pool house the more I realized was going to have to be done…..in 30 DAYS!!!

Well as I stated, the more I got into the project, the more the project grew. We went from, upgrading to partially remodeling, From the shower doors only to the entire shower and the vanity and the toilet! (In other words, everything but the floors). In the kitchen, the plan was to "update" the cabinets, appliances and hardware. Most of that went without saying, but once we got into it, we ended up changing out everything except a small area of blue tiles, that we kept, because a) it was blue and pretty. b) it was a pool house after all, right?!

Finally, not only were we able to accomplish everything that we set out to do and so much more, we met our deadline, came in a bit under budget (after some refunds and savings) and exceeded expectations. My client was able to entertain his family and guests during Spring break and we have received some of the most amazing compliments about our work.

Hope you enjoy this post as much as we have enjoyed this project!

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We searched the client's photo library for pictures, for a more personal touch.

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This is what became of the empty frames on the bare wall.

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A mix of Styles: Textures and Tones

A little while ago, I had the pleasure of working with a very fun loving couple who were not afraid of bold design and textures. They were very open and had a great idea of what they wanted. After only 24 hours we had made selections for the main rooms of their new home.
Some areas are very delicate and feminine, while others are extremely masculine.
Follow us on this beautiful journey as we blend these two styles in one amazingly beautiful home.
 

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