For a homeowner, few things are as invigorating–or exhausting–as a renovation or remodel. But sometimes the toughest part can be deciding which room to tackle first. So, to help us get started, we turned to one of our favorite sources: Heather Thompson of Bellevue-based Fulton Park Designs (FPD). She took a few minutes to talk about some recent projects that might inspire your next home makeover.
Jackson Hole meets Oxford Library
The homeowners asked Fulton Park Designs to transform an unused office space into a Jackson Hole-meets-Oxford-style library. With their love of travel, history and the great outdoors, the client wanted a space where the family could gather to read or study while feeling a connection to their favorite destinations in Great Britain, Germany and the American West.
“We chose to color drench the walls and ceiling with a rich, vibrant blue green called Seaworthy (Sherwin-Williams SW7620) that balances the beautiful, original cherrywood trim, bookcases and coffered ceiling,” Thompson says. “We softened it all with layered area rugs, tufted swivel chairs, a boucle ottoman and plaid drapery panels.
“The fun part was using the homeowners’ own books, accessories and art which held a story of their family lineage, travels, or personal collections based on their love of literature and faith.”
FPD incorporated trends–such as color drenching, mixed fabrics of leather, wool, animal skins and bouclé– so that the room is up to date, while retaining the character and spirit of the space they wanted. Accessories included antiques, personal items, and updated lighting, a fixture that ties into the theme.
Furnishings: Head Springs Depot
Drapes: Fabricut
Styling assistance: Rachel Capuano
MUDROOM, HOME OFFICE COMBO
Depending on the size of your home, having a dedicated room for every one of your needs may not be feasible. But with some creative planning, it’s entirely possible for a single room to serve a dual purpose. Case-in-point: this mudroom/home office.
The FPD team played with symmetry, then brought in a new runner, lamps and organizational accessories to bring from and function to this hardworking space. Thompson notes that “color is coming back,” even for spaces that once were dingy mudrooms or uninspiring offices.
“Designers are using pops of color on cabinetry instead of playing it safe with whites, grays or creams,” she says. “We also added a nature-themed Rifle Paper Co. wallpaper behind the desk cabinets to bring the outdoors inside for this family of outdoor enthusiasts.”
Thompson had her custom cabinet maker add doors and crown molding to formerly open shelves, creating a more finished and elevated drop zone that keeps messy coats and shoes out of site.
Paint: Sherwin-Williams Smoky Azurite 9148
Wallpaper: York Wallpapers
BATHROOMS
Nothing beats the luxury of not one–but three!–newly refreshed bathrooms like the ones for this home in a historic Nashville neighborhood.
“The family needed storage, better use of space and an update while keeping with the style of their Craftsman home,” says Thompson.
In the primary bath, a maximum shower was installed without the tub. Special features include undulated stacked ceramic subway tile, all the way up to the ceiling and surrounding skylight. Plumbing fixtures in Champagne Bronze offered a nod to the past. White oak slim shaker cabinets offered the finishing touch.
The girls' bath features a soft hush of a blush paint and built-in cabinetry. Zeillige-effect tile was installed in the shower/bath. Accessories include original art.
Historic elements came together in the half bath in the form of painted beadboard, modern craftsman style wallpaper, antique brass fixtures and cafe curtains.
Tile: ProSource of Nashville
Construction: The Dan Company
Plumbing fixtures: Delta Cassidy Series
Cabinets: Tiger Cabinetry
Accessories: Nashville Artist Collective
Wallpaper: York Wallcoverings
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“The family needed storage, better use of space and an update while keeping with the style of their Craftsman home."