This family with a
newborn was in the market for a new home: their very first house, in
fact! Since taking care of a brand new human is task enough, this family
didn't want to totally start from scratch.
With a few ideas in mind of what they wanted, we didn't need to gut the
whole place- just update it a bit. The kitchen was the focal point of
the design update, and the rest of the home flowed from there. We were
even able to incorporate a lot of their existing
furniture into this mid-century modern home. The family wanted to start
living in their new home right away with an updated, modern style they
always wanted. Take a look at how we achieved a budget-friendly
home face lift!
Where light is
sparse, it's imperative that you amplify the available light by using
colors and sleek appliances that allow sunlight to dance around. This
kitchen has a decent-sized window at the sink area
as well as a glass double-door that lets enough light in. To keep the
light growing, the back splash was finished with limestone tiles.
A great
cost-saving measure is to keep your cabinetry and just change the doors
and hardware. Here, we just replaced the plain cabinet doors with new
textured glass doors. We painted the cabinets light gray
to modernize it from the old oak that aged and darkened the kitchen
before. The cabinets also got brand new brushed steel hardware to
complete this new, modern look.
I know it's hard,
but please stop staring at this gorgeous counter top. Look up! We
installed a new pot rack that fits perfectly over the enormous island.
No need to hide your pots, pans, spatulas, or ladles-
put your tools on display! This makes for very easy access and
increases your amount of storage.
One of the most
fabulous upgrades to this kitchen is the sparkling quartz counter top!
This shiny surface looks especially amazing on the brand-new extended
peninsula. This is like
going from being stranded on a desolate Florida Key isle to partying
on the mainland peninsula: it's not a far or difficult trip, and it's
definitely well worth it.
"Seeing red"
doesn't always mean getting angry. Rather, it often just means getting
energized! This couple wanted to use red as an accent color throughout
their home, which otherwise maintains a soothing,
calming palette. The red accent rugs in the kitchen and beneath the
dining room set give warm, joyful pops of color that can be found
throughout the house.
This
beautiful dining room set was seamlessly transplanted into this upgraded
mid-century modern home. Pro tip: chairs with larger, higher backs
sometimes section off a space. To keep a 'flowing feeling,'
set a bench at the side of the table adjacent to a walkway. That way,
nothing 'visually blocks' a pathway to another room, which even
makes the dining area even more inviting.
A
home with kids doesn't have to be void of all 'adult' forms of
entertainment. This four-tiered wine rack and minibar flushed
against the wall is incredibly convenient when entertaining guests.
Just out of reach of children, but perfectly placed for adults to open a
bottle of wine, relax and easily spend time with their friends.
The living room features a gray scale color palette with pops of red
in textiles. The art above the couch brings in a bit more color while
keeping in line with the streamlined, modern look of the house.
For mid-century modern houses, bringing outside elements inside the
home is quintessential. For example, natural brick is generally
associated with the facade of a house, but here it is featured in the
family room.
The 'cozy' is strong with this one. A genuine fire place nestled
inside a brick cladding makes you just want to cuddle up, doesn't it?!
Here, photos of this loving family are displayed on the wooden mantle in
sleek white frames.
This reading nook for two is modern yet cozy, flowing naturally from
the living room. The shelving in this home library is perfect for
putting books on display, or whatever else you'd like. I love the woven
ottoman here! It is modern, playful, and functional
(and fairly reminiscent of a giant hacky sack, which is probably the
real reason I love it so much).
And last (though usually first) is the entry way! This first
impression of your home is an important one. Organized and minimalist,
the first few steps you take through the door are sure to give you a
good idea of what else is in store. In this case, you're
sure to find a blend of modernity and comfort in a neutral color scheme
with pops of energizing color, fit for a new family's home.
If you have a project in mind but just don't know where to start, we can help! Contact us!
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