Before + After
“By Design honestly understands my style and aesthetic better than I think I understand it myself!”
welcome home
This modern foyer was brightly colored but wound up feeling dark instead of joyful. We brightened it up and added a functional mirror and storage piece along with some textured wallpaper to catch the light!
the main attraction
In the main living room of this Cape Cod summer home, we replaced the oversized dark and heavy furniture with lighter, more modern fare. We also replaced the colonial railing with a nautical cable system and porthole-inspired mirror with modern edges
then to wow
This client had tolerated their builder-installed bathroom for long enough. We brought their two single vanities together into one large double vanity, allowing room for a large soaking tub and a walk in shower.
taking the gut out of gut renovation
Our client didn’t want to replace the tile, tub or flooring in her primary bath. We updated the vanity, the medicine cabinets, lighting and paint for a budget friendly bathroom transformation.
groovy entry
Our clients’ entry was a little off…too dark wallpaper, items off center and cluttered, and underutilized wall space all made for a lackluster first impression. We added fresh bright wallpaper, and hung the owners guitars for functional art.
namaste
My beloved Yoga home — as a student then teacher, became my client as I transformed the space from eclectic but dark to zen and welcoming. We collaborated with the fabulous Kelly Woodton Designs on this project for a stunning result.
dining room update
This classic colonial dining room was cozy but dark. We freshened up the space with a new rug, wallpaper, lighting and paint. Custom roman shades and new art finished the design. The dining chair seat cushions will be reupholstered as well.
Living Room Refresh
This living room had served my clients well, but was in a much needed change in color palette and configuration. We replaced their bulky sofas with a chaise sectional, moved the leather chair across the room and gave the whole room a refresh with new paint, carpeting, and custom roman shades.
fireplace reimagined
We totally transformed this fireplace by painting the brick and adding a modern reclaimed mantel that coordinated with the ceiling beams. Updated art and accessories rounded out this beach house update.
bedroom oasis
Lighter and brighter paint and and new bedding, nightstands and lighting updated this classic headboard.
switch-a-roo
We took this open concept prewar stunner and flipped the dining area and living area, allowing more space for entertaining and watching TV. Bright and airy paint and new rugs finished the space beautifully.
family dining
Our client entertains. Like, a lot. They needed a sturdy table and wanted to modernize and clear the clutter. We kept their brand new chandelier, and added new furniture, a color palette that coordinated with the open floor plan out of view, and some beautiful soft drapes.
almond joy
This green, black, and almond bathroom had worn out it’s welcome (and it’s plumbing!) and needed a total renovation. We removed the built in tiled bench and opened up the space to accommodate a wide vanity and large, spacing-increasing mirror.
playroom, but make it grownup
This family room was overwhelmed by the brick fireplace and toys. We added a TV, a new seating arrangement, and built ins to store some of those toys. Now parents and kids are happy!
party of five
This TINY bathroom was serving a family of 5! We moved the radiator to allow for a larger vanity, and made the room feel twice the size with a fully mirrored medicine chest that spanned the entire width of the room. We also hung the shower curtain from ceiling height to give the room an illusion of grandeur
