Modern Farmhouse Tour from Pennsylvania

Good Morning!

I hope you enjoy the tour of this home.  I have found that it is the perfect balance between modern and rustic.

 

Enjoy!

Farmhouse Exterior by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Entry by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Exterior by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Powder Room by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Entry by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Entry by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Living Room by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

Farmhouse Bathroom by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Moger Mehrhof Architects

If you would like to read more about it check it out here (Via)

Have a wonderful rest of your week!

Spotlight : Modern Arks

Good Afternoon!

I love being introduced to creative and inventive people.  Recently I was working with a client and she was wanting touches of rustic pieces in her home.  When it came to the dining room to fit her perfectly square dining space we knew we didn't want to go with a rectangular table or square table.  As I was doing my research I came across an article in Design Sponge.  I was intrigued and looked them up on Etsy.

Beautiful right?  

This is what caught my eye..

This was the dining table I needed!

Jamie, the creative behind Modern Arks was so very pleasant to work with.  He was great in communication and when we got the piece in it was exactly what we asked for.  The craftsmanship is amazing.  Truly an artist.

finished..

It is just absolutely stunning! So if you are looking for that handmade, craftsmanship detail please go check Modern Arks out.

Now Here Is A Before And After

Good Afternoon!

I am officially done with the Byron Forest Preserve lobby and receptionist area.  I hope you like it..

This is when you would come into the space.  Behind that wall was the receptionist area.  Dated lighting..

After..space is opened.  Updated lighting and wall removed, new flooring (wood tile).  We also painted the walls a light grey and added new cedar to posts.

Before.. receptionist area that was behind the wall

After.. new appropriate lighting and wall removed.

brand new counter my husband and I designed

water feature to add calming atmosphere

 adding softness with curtains.

Before...sitting area

dated flooring, lighting and definitely not a place where anyone wants to sit and relax.

After.. Fresh paint, natural log seating, lighting, flooring, and art make the space more inviting to linger for a bit.

Custom wall art of the species you will find at the Forest Preserve..

 

Completely open to the receptionist area..

Before.. heading toward elevators.  Inadequate lighting and just a plain afterthought.

After.. we created an extra sitting area with brochures that you can catch up on the latest events in the area.  Lighting and a mirror were key to add more softness to this expanse space.

 No longer an afterthought..

 

Before.. restroom area and coat "closet"

After.. we thought it would be fun to add these cardboard taxidermy to the area where the kids hang their coats and on the way to the restrooms

I hope you enjoyed this before and after.  The Byron Forest Preserve was a joy to work with : )

BTW..

Thanks for all the prayers for my family in New Jersey in the path of the storm.  They are doing well.

Please contact the American Red Cross and see what you can do to help those that are suffering through this tragic situation.  God bless.

Grand Opening

Good Afternoon!

Just recently the project that I had been working on (Byron Forest Preserve) had an open house to showcase my design.  I was so honored to be there, connect, and watch people enjoy the space.  I only have minimal pics but will be taking more in about a couple weeks for you all to see final reveal.

 

These were taken in the beginning of the night.  We had such a great turn out.  Thank you to the Byron Forest Preserve for putting on this event.  It was wonderful to work with them.

BTW :

I am in the business of creating spaces that just make you want to linger.  If that's what you desire, email me about design services.  Thank you. : )

Dress Up Your Patio / Garden

Hello!

A real late blog post today but it has been crazy busy here.  I was running around trying to finalize flooring for the Byron Forest Preserve and we are now looking at remodeling the bathrooms as well.  So excited.  I am going to be coming up with another design plan.  

In the midst of it all summer is here and I was out and about the other day and saw some really cool items that would help to spruce up your deck or garden.

 This took my breath away..

 I love the cascading candle holders.  Couldn't you just see it all lit up at night on top of that rustic table?

 Here's a closer look..

 I love these wooden side tables..

 Fun pillows with a pop of blue..

 Putting out vases outside instead of pots..

Now this is seating that speaks..

In the loops I could place some airplants in there

 I walked away with this..

 I know it doesn't look like much but wait til you see what I make that into..  : )

 Hope you have a wonderful weekend : )