Designer: Katherine and Richard Wells of Wells Studio Architecture & & Interiors
Area: Atlanta
Size: 263 square feet (24 square meters); 14 1/2 by 18 feet
House owners’ demand. ” The owners– couple– purchased this brand-new standard townhouse and pertained to us due to the fact that they had a ‘white canvas’ and desired somebody to offer it character, color and design it with modern pieces,” designer Katherine Wells states. “We had an open layout, so despite the fact that we wished to offer every space its own character, we still desired for the entire area to be cohesive.”
Unique functions. ” The motivation for the living-room was based upon a blue color scheme and the desire to feel serenity in this space where the household would come together,” Wells states. “The space is grounded in blue, gray and black, offering a sense of calmness. The very first unique function was the Phillip Jeffries wallpaper (Coffered Wood in Beach Home), which was our wow aspect for this space.
” We matched the Coffered Wood wallpaper with a number of flower art pieces, which likewise softened the geometry of the wallpaper and developed a great contrast. And we wished to bring a lively blue to the function wall and L-shaped couch– those were our declaration pieces. After that, every other aspect and piece balances the space and matches the huge strokes of blue. Last but not least, we were happily shocked with the quantity of natural light that came through the French double windows and doors, so we chose linen drapes that enabled openness and raised the general appearance.”
Centerpiece. “We placed the L-shaped couch focused with the fireplace and open towards the kitchen location, which is surrounding to the living-room,” Wells states. “Likewise, we wished to include extra seating– the swivel chairs– that served as a buffer in between spaces and developed 2 locations for seating.
” The customers desired a television in their living-room, which naturally needed to be positioned above the fireplace. Nevertheless, there was no installing height versatility due to the fact that of the mantel that was currently there. Picking a really slim television that might be somewhat slanted was a great way to make it work.”
Designer suggestion. ” Generally when having a fireplace in between 2 specific niches, we believe millwork is the method to go,” Wells states. “Nevertheless, budget plan may be an issue, so picking a stunning wallpaper, a number of art pieces, including wall lighting and furnishings like a media console or a classic piece can make these areas unique and interesting.”
Ceiling light: Solis, Pablo Styles