LIGHT ACADEMIA LIVING AREA

Finally a House That Feels Like Home

These clients had been in their “new to them” home for a bit, but had not gotten it to a place in which it felt like home. They couldn’t shake the feeling that they were living in someone else’s house. A big goal of this room refresh project was to preserve the beauty and character of the home while updating the look and infusing some personality. First and foremost, the collection of playful family photos are just so sweet. A large sectional is perfect for snuggling up by the fire and watching a movie. And we’re a little obsessed with the color palette used throughout the home…from the indigo sofa to the muted green fireplace built-ins to the depth of the colors in the art. You’ll notice saturated hues, touches of leather, brass, and marble, as well as some repetition of unexpected shapes, like arches, throughout the decor choices. The vibe is classic and academic with a little edge.

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Before After

In what was once a formal dining room, our homeowners wanted a space where they could come together as a family to play music, do homework, complete crafts and just hang out. And while we strive to make every room beautiful, it was especially important in this space, as it’s the first room you see when you enter their home. When dreaming up what this space could be, we shared with our clients an image of a green guitar wall by @thebuchananhouse. Our clients fell in love and it inspired the final look. They even tackled the feature wall themselves! (Talk about a DIY win!) The picture frame molding proved to be the perfect way to show off their favorite instruments. It’s a practical storage solution and stunning focal point all in one! Sheet music doubles as art above the piano and a fun teal cabinet provides plenty of storage for games, puzzles, and art supplies. This once unused room is now one of the busiest in the house!