For a lot of my clients who are new to using a designer, the transformation is a slow process. Also, a lot of people want to have a general plan that they can implement over time as money becomes available. That’s actually how we do it in our family most of the time too unless it’s a big construction project.
I’ve been really excited about a couple’s beautiful downtown Oakland Victorian condo that I’ve been working with them on since late summer/early fall. We have been ordering furniture and fabric and getting things framed and it’s starting to come together. We’ve been focusing on the living room but the rest of the house is starting to get transformed as well. Although we are still awaiting several items in the LR, here’s a sneak peek of their sofa area.
First the Before (aren’t the windows gorgeous?):
And now the After:
We still need lamps, some more throw pillows and accessories over here but I wanted to show off this beautiful sofa. The large nailhead trim is killing it for me as well as the upholstered back and soft lines. These ladies have fantastic taste and I would describe their style as hip/antique/global. You can’t see it but on the other side of the room are two mid-century chairs and a beautiful tansu.
And you can see which coffee table they went with from my previous post and I think it was the perfect choice. Such a nice combination of wood and metal to go with the vintage typewriter side tables. I also applaud their bravery in following my recommendation to go with this antique Persian rug. The color and wear in it adds so much warmth and texture.
And the gallery wall was a very important piece of the puzzle for them as they have many photographs of friends, ancestors, relatives, etc. I love the history and personality it adds to their very social space.
Also, one partner in the couple just returned from a trip to the Galapagos Islands and brought back the adorable little carved turtle. Such a great accessory!
Thanks for stopping by and happy Monday!
Totally agree on the nailhead. Killing it. Love the room!!
Thanks Elizabeth! It’s hard to be patient fr it all to come together.
This looks great Lane!! I’m assuming the walls were painted too right? Amazing how the rug and the new sofa look together. The color of the sofa is the perfect balance of cool to the warmth of the rug and the floors and those great side tables. Before the sofa sort of just blended with everything. It looks really nice and the gallery wall of course is such a nice feature and one that they’ll enjoy looking at for a long time.
Yes Holly, walls were painted too to soften them with the blue of the sofa. Thanks so much for your kind comments. I wish I could just wave a wand and have it all come together…
I love the typewriter table! Let me know if you come across another one — I have a typewriter that’s waiting for it.
Lovely room.
Thanks Linda. I will keep an eye out. I have found old solid ones like that at the flea market…
The sofa is great and the carpet ROCKS! I like how they complement the colors of the stained glass too. Those could be tough colors to have in the room and think it all works very nicely.
Thanks Steve. Yes, the windows are a bit bossy but I get so excited about original details like that that I don’t mind working around them. I love the carpet too and was happy they were willing to go for it…
Oh, that sofa….gorgeous, gorgeous.
And I love how it plays with the color of the stained glass — jewel tones. This room is looking fantastic, Lane.
Thanks Camille! It’s nice to see it coming together and they seem happy with it. Thankfully they are not afraid of bold color…there is talk of painting the entire bedroom (trim and all) in BM dark harbor. Will keep you posted on that one…
I’m swooning over that big nailhead and the color on the sofa!! Gorgeous. Also the gallery wall – love how it fills out that whole space.
Thanks so much Lisa.
That sofa makes such a dramatic statement, but in a laid back comfortable way…perfect! Love your timeless mix of pieces!
Thanks so much Pam!
Absolutely LOVING that sofa – gorgeous! Also love the gallery wall!
Thanks Kris! It’s making me want to get a new sofa for my own house…
What brand is the sofa and where might I find one like it? Thanks!
It’s a Rowe: http://www.rowefurniture.com/product/K760%20.html?start=0 You can check the website for a dealer near you.
Hi, I just LOVE your design and am using the sofa as an inspiration to reupholster ours. I was curious what kind of fabric it is? I cannot tell from the photo, its just absolutely lovely! And was it a custom order from Rowe?
Thanks so much Kirsten. It was a custom order from Rowe but one of their fabrics they offer. It’s a nubby blend that wasn’t super soft at first but now has softened and is quite comfortable.