Fresh, but not cold. Sophisticated, but not formal. Updated. Welcoming. Interesting. This is how many of my clients describe the overall look they want for their homes.
The lady of this house isn’t afraid of color, but wasn’t completely satisfied with her previous paint color selections:
before
We chose a more subtle and sophisticated paint color palette, and it turned out beautifully. Other changes include a new rug, painted buffet, and this gorgeous butterfly art from Merridian Home Furnishings.
after
The entry before:
before
Now the entry boasts a fresher wall color, new hardwood up the stairs, and a new classic entry light fixture.
after
Her husband’s office needed an injection of color, too. This is the room before the change:
before
The result is more sophisticated and masculine, at the same time.
after
Painting the back of the bookcase white, rather than wall color, makes it look more solid.
after
The master bedroom was a bold red. Pretty passionate, but it might be difficult to sleep in here!
after
She asked for a peaceful, beach-inspired feeling. I think she got it, don’t you? New bedding, an upholstered headboard, and the classic upgrade: wood flooring makes this space feel like a beachside retreat.
after
Fresh, but not cold? Check! Sophisticated, but not formal? Check! Updated, welcoming, interesting? I think so. What do you think about the changes?
As usual, it is perfect. Are you able to share the colors you selected?
Very nice!
So fresh and crisp… Love the colors. What are the wall colors for the dining room and entry?
As always, job well done, Kristie! I love the wood stairs! It makes a huge difference and would be so much easier to clean it! I’m always amazed what a difference paint and wood can make!
Love the dining room. By simply removing the shades on the chandelier, made it more sophisticated and interesting. Lightening the room by removing the hutch is also a good idea. I like all of it!
Thanks, Lisa!
Very nice! The rooms look calming and inviting!
The house looks amazing. You were dead on re the bookcase. It bothered me in the before pic, but I couldn’t figure out why. Now I know lol.
I would’ve kept some sort of mirror in the entry. That way you can give yourself one last quick look on the way out, and guests can do it on their way in.
I did like the mirror, but my client decided to use it elsewhere when she found this piece of art. I always recommend a mirror near the front door, for one last check!
Kristie I love your changes, so fresh and inviting!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
Thank you, dear!
In the bedroom is the same color on the ceiling as the walls ?
Good eye, Cindy. Yes, the bedroom wall color is also on the ceiling. It makes the room appear larger, like open sky!
nice paint in entry.
Very nice. Love the office. I’m partial to blue, though. 🙂 Love the stairs too. How difficult (or expensive) is it to go from carpet to wood?
Beautiful, stunning, every gal”s dream! Well maybe not every girl but this one just loves it Kristie!!!! Gotta know the color choices and perhaps you listed them so I will have to go back and read the script! It”s eye candy and you, as always did a fabulous job my friend!!!!!!
Looks really lovely Kristie – you are superwoman!
I love it!!!!
I love all these changes. Where did you get the light fixture in the foyer? Do you think it would work with 9 foot ceilings? Thanks.
Hi Kristie,
What color did you paint the hutch, I love it!
I have the urge to say this, Kristie:
“YOU HAVE GOT IT GOIN’ ON GIRL!”
Always there with the right stuff….;).
Haha, I try, Paula!!! Thanks for the encouragement 🙂
What color green is that in the room to the left of the bookcase?
Hello!
are you able to share the beautiful color scheme? I really would like to use these colors!
thanks a million