Living Room

Emperor Homes Ltd. – Nanaimo Custom Home with Estuary View – Living Room

This is another favorite home redesign project. Throughout my career, I've worked with some hefty budgets on a number of high-end projects. You can visit Paris Kitchens and Somerset Kitchens, companies that I have worked for previously, to get an idea of what I mean. I could start name dropping here, but I won’t, because that's not what this project is about. This project is about a small budget and a happy homeowner. This was one of the first projects with a custom interior design at a fraction of a regular budget. I could use the term “value engineering” to describe it, because this particular interior was heavily value engineered. The result: a sophisticated interior that looks so much more expensive than it is. And one ecstatic homeowner. Mission impossible accomplished. ​ P.S. Don’t ask me how much it cost, I promised the homeowner that their impressive budget will remain confidential. In any case, no one would believe me even if I spilled the beans.

The living room ceiling popcorn was scraped, recessed lighting installed, outlet installed above mantle, new 60' wood ceiling fan, and a set of original 20's hand forged curtain rods salvaged & installed. I light hue of yellow adorns the walls. A nice break from the drab battleship grey. San Antonio Board of Realtors/ Sunny Harris

This cultured stone living room fireplace surround really joins the colors of the room to complement them in a subtle and distinguished way. And don't the coffered ceilings really help set this off?!? Who'd like to pull up a blanket on a cool autumn day and watch some football? Or a chick flick, it goes both ways!

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The Staging Studio

Robin LaMonte This living room was updated for a family with young children. All fabrics are high performance Teflon treated fabrics. Round coffee table prevents bumps from sharp corners.

©2011Francis Dzikowski/Esto

William Short Photography

J Jorgensen - Architectural Photographer

Frank Shirley Architects

Living room with built in bookshelves in restored 1930s era traditional home

A fresh interpretation of the western farmhouse, The Sycamore, with its high pitch rooflines, custom interior trusses, and reclaimed hardwood floors offers irresistible modern warmth. When merging the past indigenous citrus farms with today’s modern aesthetic, the result is a celebration of the Western Farmhouse. The goal was to craft a community canvas where homes exist as a supporting cast to an overall community composition. The extreme continuity in form, materials, and function allows the residents and their lives to be the focus rather than architecture. The unified architectural canvas catalyzes a sense of community rather than the singular aesthetic expression of 16 individual homes. This sense of community is the basis for the culture of The Sycamore. The western farmhouse revival style embodied at The Sycamore features elegant, gabled structures, open living spaces, porches, and balconies. Utilizing the ideas, methods, and materials of today, we have created a modern twist on an American tradition. While the farmhouse essence is nostalgic, the cool, modern vibe brings a balance of beauty and efficiency. The modern aura of the architecture offers calm, restoration, and revitalization. Located at 37th Street and Campbell in the western portion of the popular Arcadia residential neighborhood in Central Phoenix, the Sycamore is surrounded by some of Central Phoenix’s finest amenities, including walkable access to premier eateries such as La Grande Orange, Postino, North, and Chelsea’s Kitchen. Project Details: The Sycamore, Phoenix, AZ Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Sonora West Development Developer: EW Investment Funding Interior Designer: Homes by 1962 Photography: Alexander Vertikoff Awards: Gold Nugget Award of Merit – Best Single Family Detached Home 3,500-4,500 sq ft Gold Nugget Award of Merit – Best Residential Detached Collection of the Year

Great Room - General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes photo by Aidin Foster

Photo by CPS Real Estate Photography

Casita Hickory – The Monterey Hardwood Collection was designed with a historical, European influence making it simply savvy & perfect for today’s trends. This collection captures the beauty of nature, developed using tomorrow’s technology to create a new demand for random width planks.