A COZY FAMILY ROOM DESIGN

I have been working on a family room design for a repeat client. 

I helped her make a few changes to her dining room last year 

We also tackled the foyer at that time.  She originally wanted to work on the living room too, 

but we decided to hold off until we could do a complete makeover.  

I talked about her smart design decision here.

When she contacted me recently, it was to finally work on the living room.

When I went to meet with her, she mentioned she would also like to make a few

changes in the family room (the room where they spend most of their time).

We got a little side tracked again and decided to go for more than a few changes in the family room.

Once again, the living room got put on the back burner.

Don't worry, we will get to it.

But for now, this family room makeover is going to be something!

Here's our plan........

This lovely couple spent some time out West before they had children.

They have a couple pieces of art they collected and we plan to incorporate those into the room,

along with a few other items with a southwestern vibe.

The room is not huge.  

We decided a sectional was the best way to get the maximum amount of seating.

Resurfacing the brick fireplace with stone was not part of the initial "make a few changes" plan.

It took a little convincing, but fortunately, 

they were open to the idea and moved forward with it right away.

The walls were painted with BM Revere Pewter.  

I would love to see the built ins on either side of the fireplace painted in BM Creekside Green.

Still keeping my fingers crossed that they go for it.

  

The carpet has been replaced, the fireplace resurfaced, the walls painted and the sectional delivered.

It's finally time for the fun part. 

I am currently on the hunt for some unique accessories to fill up the built-ins. 

Hoping to wrap up this project next week.

I know it has been a while since I shared any "after" photos of my projects.

It is definitely at the top of my to do list.

I read somewhere last week that May is the new December.

With all the sporting events and school activities, I believe it. 

I try hard not to complain about being busy.  

Years from now, when it is nice and quiet around here, I'll miss those busy days 

of shuffling kids around town, cheering them on at their games, 

and spending countless hours helping them with school projects. 

For now, I am going to soak it all in and enjoy the blessings.