I have a real treat for you today, because I’m going to share a completed project for a wonderful couple who relocated from Texas to Chattanooga (Ooltewah, to be specific!)
Their home is newly built by local builders Waters-Holland, and the dramatic architecture and neutral color scheme created a wonderful backdrop for the direction we planned to take.
My clients’ previous home was very traditional and somewhat dark, and she envisioned a lighter color palette and a not so fussy aesthetic.
I instantly knew this project would be a good fit because I love to create classic, light hearted interiors with a mix of timeless design styles that will be relevant for years / decades to come, and this project checked all the boxes.
Also, the clients are wonderful - kind, trusting, and open to fresh ideas.
Here’s where we started:
As you can see, there is an abundance of natural light , beautiful white oak flooring, high ceilings and generous moldings all working in our favor!
My clients and I set a goal to create a warm, simple and timeless dining space for friends and family.
But first, we planned. The footprint of the room is more square than rectangle, so a round table would be a good fit for the space.
In an effort to create a curated look, we mixed a stained wood table with painted chairs. To create good functionality, we added a small server that would be used to display barware and and store pieces used for entertaining.
It’s also important to note that the opening to the dining room is the first room you see upon entering the home, so we wanted to create some eye candy right off the bat.
We couldn’t be more thrilled with the finished product!
The mural sure brings the drama, but the color palette is earthy, which makes it easy to live with.
Classic square back Louis chairs in a painted finish will always be in style, and the chic distressed leather upholstery makes for care-free maintenance and adds a masculine touch.
The server is new, and it was selected for it’s size compatibility to the available wall space and it’s weathered finish, which contribute to the relaxed feel of the space.
The gold mirror came from my clients’ previous home, and it worked perfectly in the space. The alabaster lamp is a vintage find from a local antique mall, and I had the block print shade custom made to add another level of detail.
Other finishing touches were curated from my clients’ personal collection and styled by me.
We also had some custom roman shades made for the windows. A simple linen and cotton blend fabric accented with neutral tape trim doesn’t compete for attention, but adds more quiet sophistication to the room.
Warning: Iphone photo to follow:
And there you have it! A sophisticated, custom dining space that will easily transition into the future!
In my next post I’ll share the living room project - you don’t want to miss it!
Ready to live in timeless comfort and beauty? The Green Room Interiors is now accepting new projects for winter 2020/2021. Contact us at thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com and tell us how we can be of service to you!
