After a gut job, designer Patrice Flashner Fitzgerald transforms an oceanfront master bedroom into an ethereal and dreamy retreat. Remodeling a condominium always presents challenges, but inventive and tenacious designer Patrice Flashner Fitzgerald has yet to meet a restriction she can’t remedy creatively. In a beachfront condo with low ceilings, Patrice counterbalanced the 8’-high space …
Kerry Fidler designed a plush master bedroom with layers of gray silk, linen and shag to be the ultimate retreat at the end of the day. When interior designer Kerry Fidler remodeled a master bedroom for a semi-retired couple, he created a dreamy retreat filled with finishes, fabrics and furnishings in colors reminiscent of the …
Designer Cecilie Starin transforms an outdated study into a chic master bedroom complete with a canopy bed, a Chinese Coromandel screen, and exceptional high quality art and antiques. Designer Cecilie Starin transforms an outdated study covered in wood paneling into a luxurious master bedroom. She decorated the space with an eclectic blend of antiques including …
Planning the layout for a spacious “great kitchen room” can be as much of an ergonomic challenge as planning a compact kitchen. Aim to incorporate separate areas for work and relaxation so others can share the kitchen and remain out of harm’s way. Approach the design of a large kitchen as with any other: selecting …
Career couples may favor a low-maintenance kitchen filled with work-saving devices, which has enough space to entertain comfortably. Consider how often both partners cook together and look at the style of food you enjoy cooking. Ask if you prefer formal or relaxed dinners. Two people sharing the kitchen may each have different methods of working. …
What gives white that “It” factor and why has it held such relevance on the kitchen color wheel for so long? It’s because white gloss kitchens work well in both traditional and contemporary styles and can take on a number of designs such as coastal living, rustic chic, vintage charm and classic mod. “Homeowners continue …
The kitchen is definitely the heart of the house – playing host to family meals, casual conversations with friends and family, a quiet afternoon tea for one, storage space for décor and accents, art studio for the kids, business center for a burgeoning idea, you name it. In recent years and with the economic shift, …
One always thinks about painting the walls but why not consider painting a floor? Granted this is not for every home but painting the floor can add a strong decorative element to an interior design of the room. I like to think of painting a floor when the room needs a little character or to give it an unexpected edge. Read more about Painted Floors As Interior Design Template For House …
Built on a 19-foot wide lot in Noe Valley, this house was constructed under the strictest standards of green building technology. An open spatial layout with comprehensive millwork to provide spatial definition and a wall of glass on the rear facade provide the house with significant daylighting and expansive views. While the house utilizes solar electric, …