The ceilings in this room are tall, therefore it is important that the eyes go up.  We found some marvelous shutters that echo the shape of the ceiling.  This placement takes your eyes above the television and unto the beauty of the screens.  The shutters also mirror the windows silhouette providing extra interest. 

We placed candles beside the television that match the scale of the television but also help make it disappear visually.

We also placed a wonderful antique screen over the sofa.  The screen also aids in bringing the eye up and away from the flatscreen.  In addition, the screen adds age and integrity to this amazing room.

This is a well-worn family room but with a classic and elegant appeal.  Every detail of the room is a play on scale, in order to hide the less lovely and make the divine details sing.

Originally, this 1920 traditional Breakfast room was used as a mere walk-through by it’s owners.

The small space was devoid of light and architectural character. This family needed functional dining space, while staying true to the  historic Arts and Crafts style. Bead board was  needed to give the small room design integrity and stay appropriate for the period. Our wonderful carpenter Chris, worked with us to design a beautiful wide plank bead board Banquette. 

The banquette was also equipped with a heating and air vent. It is so important to design with very skilled trades, who are very knowledgable and capable when implementing projects. They may cost more, but the assurance of quality vs calamity make up for the difference! 

 A search for the table base was accomplished at our favorite Tricia’s Treasure’s.  We found an antique iron base table from Cafe’ Du Mond. 

We had the iron base reinforced with iron supports that were welded underneath to hold a gorgeous waxed limestone table top.

We decorated the Banquette with geometric stain-resistant fabric cushions. For a little “glamour” we incorporated  Candice Olson’s paisley fabric for pillows. Then added beautiful sheer’s on the window for aesthetics and light. 

The French antique chandelier was found at Birmingham’s Tricia’s Treasures. 

Now this family has a perfect place to sit six people or more, and enjoy whatever is being served from the adjoining Kitchen.