tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34713456299728257692024-03-18T23:20:02.548-05:00Live BeautifullyMaria@Live Beautifullyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15908042660187008572noreply@blogger.comBlogger242125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471345629972825769.post-41885816073723295672015-07-20T13:02:00.001-05:002015-07-20T13:17:27.822-05:001920's Renovation | Max's Bedroom<img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpMnYbF3zdOfikz2v8PjQSqDG94A3Ek9aN91Q3_4MO17efLi6-oE52Wvkzy7ip6zCfZB45Glix0HgRftAYqHnmAC4YIWWswG7UT_U9hT1rNrQ53j6kFnB8XeUGp0ENCj3R3zRP2VMbyU8/s640/IMG_4074.JPG" width="640" /><br />
Today I bring you another space in my large 1920's restoration project. Most of these spaces have been complete for well over a year. Now that I'm staying at home with my babes, I'm finally finding the time to blog about them. <br />
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This space was designed for a sweet little boy. He is very creative and always building something, so I thought that a large play area in the center of the room would be perfect. Now, every time I go back to this project, there is usually some sort of elaborate castle or building going on right there in the middle of the rug. In fact, I had to move one of these set ups, piece by piece to the hallway, trying desperately to keep it in tact, so that I could take these photos. It was pretty comical. I'm certain that this was ideal space planning for this child and a room for hours of creative play!<br />
So here is the before of this room from when my client's purchased the home. It was seriously stuck in the 70's and not in a good way. However, the room did had one redeeming quality and that was it's grasscloth walls that were in perfect condition. As you know, grasscloth is back and beautiful again, so I had the walls covered and protected during the course of the restoration so that we could keep the grasscloth walls. That is pretty much all that remains of the original space.<br />
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And here is the space now...</div>
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Crisp and clean and all boy. Even though he is young now, we selected pieces of furniture that didn't feel too young and that he would be able to grow well with.<br />
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There is a little alcove in the space that leads to <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2015/06/1920s-renovation-maxs-bath.html" target="_blank">his private bath</a> and to one of two closets in the space.</div>
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Here is the alcove before...</div>
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And here is the alcove now...<br />
We changed out the previous light fixture with a small, galvanized caged marine light. You can see it better in the photo above. We also added wood flooring throughout.<br />
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I tried to keep and restore as many of the home's original details as possible, like these glass knobs that I love so much!</div>
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From this angle you can see into <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2015/06/1920s-renovation-maxs-bath.html" target="_blank">his little private bath</a>.<br />
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Here is another before of the opposite side of the room...</div>
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And here is the space now...<br />
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Don't you just love that galvanized barn light with the bright red bulb cage. It's such a fun detail!<br />
Red Tolix chair goodness!<br />
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My client's and I are so pleased with how cute this little boy's space turned out.<br />
If you're new around here and want to see more spaces in this amazing home just type "1920s renovation" into the search bar and all of the spaces I've previously blogged about should pop up :-)<br />
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I'm currently wrapping up some details on my own sweet little boys room. The length of time that it has taken me to pull his room together is a little bit absurd considering he is now 10 months old! It really holds true to the whole 'second child thing'. I've just been so much more laid back with this kiddo and I knew I would get to it...eventually ;-) Well, it is almost finished, so I'll be blogging about his room soon.<br />
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I hope you're getting a great start to the week!<br />
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This is the last part of our East Coast vacation from last summer. We <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/06/boston.html" target="_blank">started in Boston</a> and then <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/06/east-coast-vacay-continued.html" target="_blank">Plymouth</a> and then on to Nantucket. I have always wanted to see Nantucket. I've heard how incredibly charming it is over and over. I've also had a love affair with East Coast architecture since I started in design in the early 2000's. So I just had to see it and experience it myself. I will definitely go back!!!<br />
We took the high speed ferry from Hyannis Port and we arrived in Nantucket in the evening. We headed straight to <a href="http://www.unioninn.com/" target="_blank">our B&B</a> to drop off our stuff and then headed out to the <a href="http://www.brotherhoodofthieves.com/" target="_blank">Brotherhood of Thieves</a> and had a cozy and delicious dinner. This place is so cool!</div>
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There's little baby James all snug in my belly :-)<br />
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I like food pictures. I like to see what people eat...so here you go, I ate this amazing soup.<br />
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The next day we got up and walked around Nantucket. To say that I was smitten would be an understatement. If you've never been and you'd like to feel like you just walked into a perfect little world designed, styled and directed by Ralph Lauren, then I recommend you check out Nantucket. <br />
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The Harbor early in the morning.<br />
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The cobblestone streets are incredible. It's like walking back in time!<br />
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See what I mean...designed, styled and directed by Ralph Lauren...true story.<br />
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We walked around and shopped all day.<br />
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Cute boutique after cute boutique.<br />
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I looooved this one, The Lion's Paw, they had fabulous homegoods!<br />
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There are flowers growing in every nook and crannie on this island!<br />
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I must have taken a hundred photos of light fixtures alone. I'll spare you.<br />
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We drove out to <a href="http://www.galleybeach.net/" target="_blank">Galley Beach for lunch</a>. It was incredible!<br />
My hottie lunch date :-)<br />
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I can safely say that this was the most incredible lobster roll I've ever had in my life, and I've had many!<br />
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We also drove around some of the residential parts and ogled the homes. Frank was so sweet and stopped for me every 30 feet when I would shout "Oh my gosh, stop!" "wait, go back" "good Lord, look at that". I mean, it is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been.<br />
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This is <a href="http://shopfollain.com/" target="_blank">Follain</a>. I loved this little shop so much!<br />
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We had a <a href="http://boardinghousenantucket.com/" target="_blank">delicious dinner here at Boarding House</a>.<br />
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Frank ordered the "tentacle" :-/ I'm an adventurous eater but not that adventurous!</div>
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This was the precious B&B we stayed at. It is the <a href="http://www.unioninn.com/" target="_blank">Union Street Inn</a> and I can't say enough nice things about this charming B&B. They were so very accommodating, warm, friendly...you name it!</div>
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The location was just down the street from the main street and harbor, which made it super easy to walk around...or ride a bike if you're not super preggo. We rented a jeep and it was perfect.</div>
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Our B&B's owner is an interior designer, so naturally the place was beautifully decorated and was oozing with designer details, which is important to me. I love the full experience when I go somewhere. I love to see the thought put into the aesthetics.<br />
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Aren't these <a href="https://www.fschumacher.com/item/174582" target="_blank">Shantung Silhouette</a> upholstered walls gorgeous?!<br />
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This is the center hall up to our suite and our door on the right.<br />
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Us in the entry hall, and baby James in my belly.<br />
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This is the adorable patio where we ate breakfast in the morning. The weather this time of year, early June, was perfect!!! I could've sat on that patio all day long!<br />
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Goat cheese omelet., yum!<br />
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This was a little side courtyard at the B&B. Just on the other side of that red building is the ocean.<br />
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Because we were just a street away from the ocean you could smell the bay breeze in the morning. It was like perfume!<br />
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The floors were so gorgeous!</div>
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This was our suite. We were in the <a href="http://www.unioninn.com/deluxe-suite9.html" target="_blank">No. 9 Corner King :-)</a> <br />
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I chose this room for obvious reasons but I loved that it had this little sitting room attached where we would have tea in the afternoon. Look at that blue grasscloth!!<br />
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This was just another cute room that we passed going to our room, so I snapped a pic. They were beautifully decorated!<br />
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Speaking of tea, this little spread would be laid out in the afternoon. We would come back to the B&B to take a break from our wandering around and have these lovely refreshments laid out for us. I just loved this place! And they were the sweetest people!</div>
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My afternoon tea, a carrot cake bite and my baby bump. It's fun to look back at these pics because I had no idea what was in store for me. Now I know my sweet boy and looking back at that bump means worlds more!...tear, sniff sniff.</div>
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I'll be back with Part II when I can get all of the photos uploaded. I took a gazillion because there is literally nothing that isn't charming on this island! If you haven't been, you gotta go!!!</div>
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Today I bring you yet another space in my gorgeous 1920's restoration project. This bath belongs to the cutest little boy!</div>
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Here is the 'before'...</div>
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Where do I begin? We kept the base cabinet but that is about it. We replaced the dated cultured marble with a bright new slab of honed travertine, accompanied by some shiny new polished nickel hardware and a sparkling new undermount sink. The base cabinet was in good condition so it got a fresh new paint color in a historic deep blue.</div>
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We replaced all of the lighting. I love<a href="http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=474" target="_blank"> the light fixture</a> we selected by E. F. Chapman. The base and the squared glass shades feel masculine to me.</div>
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Vintage door hardware love.<br />
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Here is a 'before' image of the shower...<br />
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And it looks like this now...<br />
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We replaced everything in there! We chose a travertine brick, a travertine mosaic floor and polished nickel hardware. The new frameless shower enclosure really cleaned and brightened things up.</div>
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We also replaced the flooring with this gorgeous travertine basketweave floor.</div>
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Here is the potty area 'before'...<br />
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And here is the potty area now...</div>
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We carried the travertine brick, in a wainscot, all the way around the room.<br />
How cute is that vintage postage stamp canvas I found for this space?!<br />
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We restored this bathroom to a classic, beautiful and bright finish out that will hopefully be around for the next hundred years. </div>
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I'll be back soon with Max's adorable bedroom.</div>
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This gorgeous, little powder bath within my large 1920s renovation project, is now complete.</div>
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This is what she formerly looked like. </div>
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This powder bath had been updated sometime in the late 80s/ early 90s, and it needed a little freshening up. We wanted to keep the extremely high quality undermount cut crystal sink and the gold plated and cut crystal fittings by <a href="http://www.sherlewagner.com/products/fittings/basin-and-bar-sets/" target="_blank">Sherle Wagner</a>, that previously occupied the space. We also kept the cabinet base, because it was also in great condition.</div>
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Here she is now...</div>
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We changed out the granite countertops for this stunning piece of Arabescato Ceravoile marble that I found. I added the sophisticated backsplash detail and had the fabricators match the veining pattern of the marble across the splash onto the countertop. I love how this turned out!<br />
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We removed the skip trowel texture from the walls and hung an <a href="http://phillipjeffries.com/gallery/designer/546-m_e_beck_design_inc.html" target="_blank">inky charcoal grasscloth, by Phillip Jeffries</a>. I love the drama that is created where the lightness of the marble meets the darkness of the walls. The smooth texture of the marble against the natural texture of the grasscloth is a beautiful complement, as is the antique gold of the new sunburst mirror. It creates a beautiful contrast against the deep color of the grasscloth.</div>
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The new cabinet hardware and new smoky cabinet paint.</div>
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One of my favorite features I designed for this space is the floor. It is truly a statement piece. It is screenprinted cararra marble and it is stunning, in my opinion!</div>
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Here's a closer look at the cut crystal sink and cut crystal and gold plated plumbing fittings. The sink is lit from underneath, inside the base cabinet, and has the lovliest glow when the lights in the bath are on.<br />
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I absolutely adore the gold plated and cut crystal plumbing fittings by <a href="http://www.sherlewagner.com/products/fittings/basin-and-bar-sets/" target="_blank">Sherle Wagner</a>. They remind me of vintage atomizer perfume bottles, which I just love!</div>
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Isn't she lovely?!<br />
I hope you're having a great start to the week!<br />
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So, I finally took some time to photograph some more spaces in my large 1920s restoration project. If you're new around here and would like to see more of this stunning home you can view these others spaces here...the <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/08/1920s-renovation-solarium.html" target="_blank">Solarium</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/1920s-renovation-master-suite.html" target="_blank">Master Bedroom</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/08/1920s-renovation-master-bath.html" target="_blank">Master Bathroom</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/10/1920s-renovation-master-closet.html" target="_blank">Master Closet</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/samanthas-bedroom.html" target="_blank">Samantha's Bedroom</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2015/06/1920s-renovation-samanthas-bath-sneak_2.html" target="_blank">Samantha's Bath Sneak Peek</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/01/a-tiny-bath-remodel.html" target="_blank">Playroom Bath</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/1920s-dining-room-before-after.html" target="_blank">Dining Room</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/02/quaint-little-bar.html" target="_blank">Bar</a>. Or just search 1920s Renovation in my search bar and it should pull up the various posts in case I missed one.</div>
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We completed the pool cabana almost 3 years ago and I've just now made time to go back and photograph it (enter embarrassment here). However, I'm so pleased that it's fresh and cool palette looks just as current today as it did when we specified it over 4 years ago! </div>
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So let's start with the 'befores'. This space was formerly a shed...literally a shed. It was completely unfinished. Fortunately, it was housed within a permanent stone structure and so the potential was incredible. </div>
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This is what this space looked like 'before'.</div>
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I wasn't exaggerating about it being a shed.</div>
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These doors are exactly where those shelves were. How's that for a dramatic transformation?! <br />
We were able to raise the ceiling to it's dramatic height for this lounge space due to unused space overhead between the existing ceiling and where the actual roof was. We added those beautiful doors to have direct access to a gorgeous outdoor living and dining area and, of course, the pool.<br />
We added shiplap walls and traditional beadboard overhead, crowned with that stunning lantern by Urban Electric Co. that was custom painted in a Benjamin Moore paint to match the cabinetry.<br />
At the back of this lounge space we built cubbies to house towels and guest clothing and belongings if needed. <br />
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<a href="http://www.urbanelectricco.com/chisholmhall.html" target="_blank">Urban Electric Co.</a> goodness overhead.<br />
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We added a kitchenette equipped with sink and beverage refrigerator. The curtained area is storage for serving pieces.</div>
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One of the windows was already there, so we replaced it with a new window and added another in the same style. These windows are small, so I installed the drapery treatment where the end of the treatment hangs just above where the window starts to give the illusion of larger windows that are more proportionate to the scale of the space.</div>
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The shiplap walls and beadboard ceilings were carried into the kitchenette space as well. We added decorative <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=2261" target="_blank">schoolhouse pendants by Thomas O'Brien</a>, which would be characteristic of the era of the home. </div>
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The countertops are a durable ceasarstone and we carried the tile backsplash around the room to create a wainscot for the towel and swimsuit drying hooks.</div>
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We also added a separate, small bath (which is where I'm standing to take this photo) that includes a toilet and a shower decked out in white subway tile.<br />
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In this 'before' exterior image below you can see the stone wall and the original window. We removed the shrubs and beds and relocated the air conditioner to the roof.<br />
We kept that gorgeous outdoor fireplace which is part of the outdoor living area I'll show you later. <br />
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And here is the 'after'...<br />
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The doors are located exactly where the shrubs are in the 'before' photo. We added the stairs down to the courtyard due to dramatic flooring height differences from this space to the courtyard. The Sunbrella fabric and spear awnings are the perfect classic touch. I can't wait to show you the rest of this beautiful outdoor living space! Hopefully I'll get to it soon...fingers crossed.</div>
I hope you're having a great week!<br />
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Are there any readers left here? haha...It's been a while since I've posted to my poor little neglected blog. I guess that's what happens when you have a new baby and life gets in the way.</div>
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I completed this sweet little girl's bath within my <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/08/1920s-renovation-solarium.html" target="_blank">1920's restoration project</a> just before my son was born. Here is just a little sneak peek until I can get the other photos loaded :-)</div>
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Here she is...the pretty, pretty kitchen in one of my Dallas projects. You've already seen most of this project if you've peeked around here a bit. Most recently, I've shown you <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/07/dallas-project-family-room.html" target="_blank">the family room</a> from this project. I've also previously blogged about <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/06/dallas-project-dining-room_11.html" target="_blank">the dining room</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/serene.html" target="_blank">master bedroom</a> and <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/the-serenity-continues.html" target="_blank">the master bathroom</a>. Because of this open style floor plan, I was particularly mindful that the palette had continuity as you looked around and moved from space to space. You'll see that same palette continued into the kitchen creating a visually cohesive effect.</div>
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With Shaws Original and Perrin & Rowe by your side, you just can't go wrong :-)<br />
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Notice the v-groove planked ceiling that creates such wonderful texture overhead, leading your eyes right down to those fabulous Hick's pendants. I'm not sure I'll ever tire of these fixtures. They are just so iconic.<br />
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We built a fun banquette, tucked at the back of the kitchen, which seats this family of four perfectly. We also opted for comfy, counter height stools right at the island for additional dining space or a perfect perch for their girls to work on homework while meals are prepared. <br />
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Here is a better view of the banquette. We specified a durable, and more importantly wipe-able, faux leather on the seat cushions. I selected one with a soft hand and a bit of grain so that you really can't tell that it is faux. The back cushions are a durable and forgiving woven, upholstery weight ikat, that bring in some fun pattern play to the monochromatic design. I love that pendant!<br />
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I'm not gonna lie, I've got a bit of kitchen envy. In fact there is quite a bit to envy in this beautiful home! I'm just so happy that such a sweet and fun family owns this gorgeous home...you know, cause that makes it a little easier to take ;-P<br />
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I hope you've enjoyed seeing a little bit more of this wonderful home. I have just a few more spaces to show you when I get a chance. It really is a pretty one!</div>
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I hope everyone is having a great week. I've seen lots and lots of fun back-to-school pictures on my various news feeds. My little Bunny is beginning her first preschool next week. I'm dreading it! It's only for two days a week and only for a couple of hours, but I'm already preparing myself for the ugly cry :-/ I know I'm not alone on this one!</div>
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Hello lovelies! I've been up to quite a bit lately so I thought it would be fun to show you several peeks at some of the wonderful projects I've got my hands in right now. I'm working furiously towards my due date and trying to wrap up these projects before my lil babe arrives next month. If you already<a href="http://instagram.com/mariaebeck" target="_blank"> follow me on Instagram</a>, @mariaebeck, then you have likely seen a few of these snippets. </div>
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I recently popped into my Austin project and checked progress, installed some accessories and several bookshelves, including the ones above with the gorgeous gold leaf bird art. Love! This is part of the master bedroom and it going to be stunning. </div>
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I have actually worked with these clients for years and this is now our 4th home together. The absolute highest compliment for a designer is to be given the opportunity to do more work. There is nothing more validating! These clients have become dear friends over the years and we often joke about how well I know them! I love that about design. You spend time with their family and in their most intimate spaces in their homes. You really get to know the people you work with. To be able to develop such deep bonds and friendships through work is one of the most captivating parts of this profession. </div>
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So, they sold their previous home (the <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/elegant-in-austin.html" target="_blank">Elegant in Austin</a> series) and this is a new home we are working on for them. You'll notice elements here and there from their previous home in this new home if you followed that series.</div>
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Here we are finalizing a really cool banquette in the kitchen along with the drapery treatments, which are the crewel fabric above. I actually have the same fabric in my personal pantry at home :-) Love it!<br />
Here's a peek at their new kitchen below. In their <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/elegant-in-austin-kitchen-hearthroom.html" target="_blank">previous home's kitchen</a> we had a more neutral monochromatic palette, which was one of my favorite kitchens ever, particularly for the much sought after hearth room. However, we changed it up a bit in this home and warmed up our palette and it is equally as gorgeous!<br />
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Everyone remember <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/blakes-bath.html" target="_blank">Blake's bath</a>? Below are some images of Blake's new space. We kept the industrial vibe but have changed up a few things here and there now that he is entering his teen years. I love the enameled Ralph Lauren sconces we selected this go round. It's going to have a similar feel to his previous bath, just a little moodier and a little more grown up...like a teenager, ha.</div>
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Here is a glimpse of the new master bedroom below. You can see the<a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/elegant-in-austin-master-suite.html" target="_blank"> previous home's master bedroom here</a>. You might also remember that beautiful custom antique sheet music from<a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/elegant-in-austin-study.html" target="_blank"> their previous study</a>.<br />
Using things that we previously bought for other homes is such a testament to what I ALWAYS tell my clients, and that is...<em> if you buy things that you love, you will always find a place for them!</em><br />
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Styled up this amazing antique piece in the bedroom that was the husband's grandmothers. It is one of my favorite pieces of furniture in their home.<br />
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I'm absolutely smitten with the dining room chandelier! You can see the <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/elegant-in-austin.html" target="_blank">previous dining room here</a>. Since this photo was taken we have actually decided to change out the sunburst for a fabulous oil painting and some amazing gold leaf sconces. You'll see this in the final pics :-)<br />
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Below is the fireplace vignette in the new family room. You can see the<a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/elegant-in-austin-family-room.html" target="_blank"> previous family room here</a>. You can see some of our warmer palette here in the stone and brass. Love! I can't wait to show you this home when it is complete. It is really lovely.</div>
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One of the guest baths below...again, a warmer palette.</div>
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I also popped into Dallas for a week to check in on a couple of projects there and do one last buying trip. It was a fast and furious week of me running around Dallas like a headless chicken, with Alice in tow (she was amazing!). We got a ton accomplished and my project punch lists are much lighter because of it, whew!<br />
Here is one of my Dallas projects below. Pillows are changing. Installed most of this furniture and rugs while I was there (tags still on table, oops). Accessories too.<br />
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Really cool dining room in progress.</div>
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Entry vignette underway.</div>
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I want this little faux tortoise shell table for myself in the worst way! Look at those brass capped feet. Details like this kill me!</div>
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That plaid chair is actually getting new duds as we speak. This little orange, gray and cream ikat number below. Yum. Next to the tortoise shell...double yum!</div>
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Bought this rug below. </div>
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Installed it in this bedroom, along with those custom drapes which I love love love! </div>
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We are working on a sweet little bedding situation here with this paisley block print. </div>
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Purchased this art. Installed it.</div>
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Checked in and installed at another Dallas project below. This is a peek at the entry vignette. The walls have yet to be painted but they are going to be gray and another one of those cute little zebra guys still needs to snug up under that table. He's on his way :-)<br />
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Shopped, shopped, shopped. I live in San Antonio, which is a huge city, but the design resources are a bit lacking unfortunately. Since I'm from Dallas, and know that city like the back of my hand, I choose to shop their design districts but Houston has fabulous design resources as well!<br />
I fell in love with this art below. Where to use...hmmm?<br />
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Some more incredible finds... <br />
Have you been to <a href="http://ibbdesign.com/site/" target="_blank">IBB in Frisco</a>? I used to work for them as a designer for almost 7 years when I lived in Dallas :-) It is a sweet family owned company and they have an astounding inventory! It is one of my favorite resources when you don't have the time or desire to custom order. It's a great place to get lost for several hours ;-)<br />
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Might be using this stunning faux bois rug below. Client contemplating.<br />
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Purchased this amazing gold leaf art for a client.<br />
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Purchased and installed this rug below.</div>
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More rug fun.<br />
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This is going in the dining room of one of the Dallas projects.<br />
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Have you seen my Center Hall Colonial project in San Antonio? I've been dropping bits here and there on <a href="http://instagram.com/mariaebeck" target="_blank">Instagram</a> as we complete each space, and it is marvelous. Below is part of our master bedroom plan we are currently working on.</div>
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I purchased this remarkable mirror for the Center Hall Colonial project. It will be mounted on midnight blue grasscloth in the dining room. I can hardly stand the anticipation of install day!!!</div>
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More for the Center Hall Colonial project.</div>
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Do you see my cute little helper's feet above? She says things like "momma, isn't this beautiful?" It absolutely kills me! I'm so grateful I have a job where she can accompany me most of the time :-) <br />
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Most of you may not know this, but I am officially a stay-at-home mom now. I actually have been since last July. I stopped accepting new clients last year (those of you who have inquired about design services already know this) and have only been working with existing contracts and clients until I finish them up. I plan to take a momma sabbatical and love on my babies when I get everything wrapped up. My schedule continues to get lighter and lighter with each project I complete. I'm already just over a year into it and it is by far the best decision I have ever made. I've witnessed firsthand how fast the time with my girl is flying by and I don't want to miss a beat!!! I love that I'm present for everything and it has been so fulfilling.<br />
I know that design will always be there and I plan to pick it back up sometime down the road, so don't forget me :-)<br />
So, with all of that being said, I still have quite a bit to show you and quite a bit I'm still working on and still quite a bit I'm wrapping up...but you'll definitely see a slow down with my work postings in the future.<br />
I really need to get to my Nantucket photos too...I need a clone.<br />
I hope you're having a great week!<br />
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Hello lovelies! Thanks for stopping by Live Beautifully :-) <br />
Today I bring you a little more from my pretty Dallas project. If this is your first glimpse and you'd like to see more of this home, you can check out previous posts about <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/06/dallas-project-dining-room_11.html" target="_blank">the dining room</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/serene.html" target="_blank">master bedroom</a> and <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/the-serenity-continues.html" target="_blank">master bathroom</a>.<br />
I adore the serenity of the palette that we chose for this home. The palette's continuity throughout the home is peaceful, comforting and relaxing as you walk from space to space.<br />
The beautiful family room and kitchen are truly the heart of this home, just as they are in so many homes. This family has two young girls and spends much of their time in this area. This space needed to function as a true family room while still maintaining a bit of structure, since it also serves as a "formal" living room for entertaining etc. We chose family friendly fabrics, like the easily wipe-able leather ottoman cocktail table and the heavily patterned custom sisal rug, to name a couple. Pieces like these are live-able and worry free but they still hold their structure well and in doing so maintain a clean lined and tailored space.<br />
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In previous posts I've mentioned that this home is new construction, but that we wanted it to feel that it wasn't. We achieved this aesthetic by adding several design elements to the architecture and finish out of the home that you would typically find in older construction. On the fireplace, in the family room, we selected a traditional millwork surround with dental moulding and finished the firebox surround out with newly painted brick. I love that this gives this room an illusion of patina even though it is brand new.<br />
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Lighting is my favorite part of the specification process, paying particular attention to the decorative light fixtures, and this home was no exception. The lighting can make or completely break the aesthetic, especially when you are trying to give the home an aged feel! This antique brass classic ring chandelier feels a bit historic but still meshes beautifully with the 'new traditionalist' interiors.</div>
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Do you spy the classic<a href="http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=1161" target="_blank"> Hicks pendants</a> in the kitchen? I'm still not tired of seeing these beauties!</div>
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Speaking of the kitchen...in these last images, you catch a glimpse of the gorgeous kitchen coming up next...</div>
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After we left <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/06/boston.html" target="_blank">Boston</a>, we decided to make a quick stop in Cambridge because we couldn't be that close and not just take a peek at Harvard. <br />
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It looked like what I thought it would :-)<br />
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We stopped at <a href="http://www.cambridgecommonrestaurant.com/main.html" target="_blank">Cambridge Common</a> and had a yummy burger and then headed out to Plymouth.<br />
Plymouth was adorably quaint. Plymouth rock was pretty uneventful, haha, but we enjoyed seeing this cute little seaside town and the homes where the original settlers lived. The downtown was cute and I wish I'd had time to mill around in the little shops.<br />
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Checking out the Mayflower II<br />
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The beginning of some of the prettiest residential architecture we would experience over the next several days.</div>
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That weather vane and the patina on that cupola roof...goodness, love it!</div>
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We drove the scenic route, along the ocean, from Plymouth to Hyannis Port. It was so picturesque! I'm so glad we did this instead of driving on the freeway. We got to check out the back roads and so much Americana, quaint, adorable residential goodness!<br />
We grabbed a bite at <a href="http://www.thedocksidehyannis.com/" target="_blank">The Dockside</a> in Hyannis Port while we waited on the ferry.<br />
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Well the time has come to say farewell to <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/my-nursery-journal-part-vi.html" target="_blank">this sweet little nursery</a>. It has been good to us. My little Bunny is ready for a big girl bed...well, I actually need her to be because I need that pretty gold crib right there for our next little bundle that will be here in September. If I didn't need the crib, I might just keep her in there forever...just kidding...kinda.</div>
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So, I'm taking this opportunity to move the baby stuff over to sweet Baby James' nursery and changing up Alice's room with a little more girly-ness. After all, she surely is my girly girl. Baby James' nursery journal will be coming soon, when I actually start the nursery :-/ ...my poor second child. When I designed Alice's nursery I always knew that she wouldn't have these things forever and I wanted bedding that could work for a girl or boy nursery for our exact scenario. I'll just be removing the floral elements and masculine-ing it up a bit.</div>
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So, as you will see (or recall if you followed <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/my-nursery-journal-part-vi.html" target="_blank">her nursery journal</a>) she has a really pretty greeny-aqua beadboard ceiling, which I'm keeping, along with the darling chandelier, and throwing pink into the mix. I've moved the <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/ProductDetail.aspx?sku=174591" target="_blank">Summer Palace Fret</a> drapes downstairs to my family room (which I need to show you the change up in there too).</div>
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I ordered this Louis XVI caned bed, in a beautiful cream whitewash, that will be her new bed. I'm having a pelmet box made to go above the bed. I've been toying with fabrics for months, but I'm pretty sure that this is the final. I still need to find a trim for this.</div>
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For her bedding, I'm really still working it out. The only thing I've purchased so far is the Buffalo Check Emmie Ruta bedding from Ikea, below. I plan to use the shams behind some off-white monogrammed shams and fold the duvet at the foot of the bed. </div>
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I have two of these adorable Swedish style nightstands that will be going in her room as well. I'm planning on stripping off the Swedish gray paint and going to the base with a stain...or maybe changing them to cream. I'm not sure yet...so they sit... I love the stain on the top and the antique brass hardware though, so the body will be the only change.</div>
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You might remember this adorable custom art I made for Alice's nursery. This is staying, where it is actually. I'm pulling a small light greenish painted dresser from our guest room, that belonged to Frank's grandmother, and putting it under this art for her dresser. I'm only going to change up the hardware on this piece. <br />
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So this is where I'm at so far. <br />
I've got a lot to pull together still with the rest of her art etc. but I'm liking the direction and what I have completed so far. <br />
She's getting very excited about her big girl bed, so that is making this even more fun. The bed is just leaning up against the wall in her room right now waiting to be put together and we talk about how fun it's going to be to sleep in her big girl bed soon. I love that little Bunny fiercely!<br />
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I'll be back soon with more from our 'babymoon' :-)<br />
I hope you're getting a great start to the week!<br />
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Frank and I just returned from a wonderful 'babymoon' to Boston and Nantucket. It was a much needed vacation for both of us and we are both so grateful for the time away, together, before our new little blessing graces us with his presence :-) We are, obviously, already parents to Miss Bunny, and so we don't get much time away as just the two of us, so this little trip was very special.</div>
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We chose Boston because Frank, who really loves history, had always wanted to see this historical city. I really wanted to go somewhere on the Eastern coast and so we chose Nantucket over Martha's Vineyard, based on recommendations from family. I couldn't be happier with what we saw and experienced. It was all together replenishing! </div>
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I seriously 'ooohed' and 'aahhed', the whole time, over all the wonderful Colonial architecture, which is one of my favorite periods for architecture and design.<br />
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We wanted to stay in a historic building, so we chose the <a href="http://www.historichotels.org/hotels-resorts/omni-parker-house-boston/" target="_blank">Omni Parker House</a> for this reason and for it's central location and proximity to lots of touristy sightseeing downtown. Above is the beautiful entrance to our hotel.<br />
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Standing in opposition ;-)<br />
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We didn't have an 'itinerary', which is our very favorite way to travel. We love to wander and see what we happen upon. However, we did plan this and walked our keesters off on <a href="http://www.thefreedomtrail.org/" target="_blank">The Freedom Trail</a>, but I'm so glad we did because we got to see many cool, historical sites and a lot of the downtown area. We did give in and hop on an occasional tour bus here and there, which my preggo feet were grateful for.<br />
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I ate a cookie the size of my head from a cute little marketplace behind <a href="http://www.faneuilhallmarketplace.com/" target="_blank">Faneuil Hall</a>.<br />
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We LOVED the North End. I thought my head was going to pop off when we had to pick a restaurant for dinner. Literally, door front after door front, for as far as I could see, was completely charming. We finally just picked one and settled down at <a href="http://www.cafeflorentine.com/" target="_blank">Florentine Café</a>. I have no idea if the locals consider this a good one or not, but it was delicious! Frank had the Gnocchi and I had the Filette Balsamico with truffle risotto. It was really good! Our waiter was from Italy, and we had a nice little chat about where my father is from in Italy and how the waiter likes the states.<br />
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Speaking of sweets, this adorable bakery was just down and across the street from our hotel. Isn't this one of the most adorable store fronts you've ever seen?!</div>
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Had a beer here...well, Frank had a beer and I had an iced tea, but I really wanted a beer. </div>
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<a href="http://www.unionoysterhouse.com/" target="_blank">Cutest raw oyster bar</a> I've seen!</div>
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It was right across from the cemetery that Frank wanted to see that had a lot of old, important, historical guys buried in it ;-P</div>
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Baby bump appearance :-)</div>
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I might have eaten Mike's Pastries again from bed the next day. Hazelnut Cannoli this time. No shame.</div>
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We peeked inside the public library and I'm sure glad we did! Stunning!</div>
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Just incredible! It reminded me so much of wandering through the architectural gems of Italy.</div>
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We grabbed a delicious lunch on the patio at <a href="http://www.stephaniesonnewbury.com/" target="_blank">Stephanie's on Newbury</a>. I had the lobstah roll. YUM!!! For you mommies out there, you know how very special it is to have a meal ALONE with your husband. Just sitting in the sunshine, without anywhere really to be, and no one needing me for anything was pure bliss. We indulged.</div>
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My date and my dinner at <a href="http://no9park.com/" target="_blank">No 9 Park</a>. Delicious, delicious!!!</div>
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We loved Boston!!!! </div>
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We'd love to go back and see more. We know we only saw a very tiny slice of this incredible city!</div>
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Next we headed over to Cambridge...<br />
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This gorgeous dining room is part of a Dallas residence that I have been working on over the past year. Some other spaces in this home, that I have previously shown you, are <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/serene.html" target="_blank">the master bedroom</a> and <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/the-serenity-continues.html" target="_blank">master bath</a>. <br />
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This home is new construction, but was designed to include lots of the charm you would expect to find in an older home. This home's plan is based on a center hall Colonial concept but with modern adaptations that worked for this adorable family.</div>
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One of my favorite design elements in this dining room are the upholstered walls. We chose a fabric in a crisp, trellis pattern with light crewel work. It really sets this room apart and adds that perfect punch of pattern! We felt like the walls really shine on their own and so we didn't want to add any art on top of the pretty fabric.</div>
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This dining room is very spacious, so we were able to furnish it with a dining table capable of comfortably seating 10. We opted for cushy upholstered chairs that make lingering at the dinner table enjoyable. A custom linen bordered sisal lays underfoot, anchoring the room while also providing a wonderful, natural texture.</div>
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I love this burnished brass bar cart paired with lots of silver bar accessories.</div>
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Looking back into the dining room from the butler's pantry.</div>
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Modern gold leafed gourd lamps with lucite bases playfully interact with the distressed planter's buffet and the antique-inspired Louis XVI mirror. I love the tension that is created when you mix old and new.</div>
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In this last image, you can see the relationship of the dining room to the entry hall. The front door is immediately to the right, with the staircase centered in the entry foyer, in center hall Colonial fashion.</div>
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I hope you've enjoyed seeing another space in this lovely Dallas home. There is more to come.</div>
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My husband and I just returned from an amazing 'babymoon' vacation to Boston and Nantucket. It was like a storybook and I can't wait to show you what we saw. If you<a href="http://instagram.com/mariaebeck" target="_blank"> follow me on Instagram</a> you've already seen some lovely little snippets of the fairytale-like island. It was truly the perfect trip and I can't wait to return someday.</div>
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In baby news, I'm now just a little over 6 months and doing well :-) For those that didn't see on Instagram, we are having a little boy! My husband, Frank, is a third, so our new little guy will be James Frank Beck IV and we are planning on calling him James. We are very excited!!!</div>
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I hope you're getting a great start to the summer and if you're in Texas, staying cool, whew!</div>
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We wanted to respect the integrity of the architecture by selecting most materials and finishes that were indicative of the style and period. There are several French influences throughout the home as well, which appeals to the lady of the house. I think that these have worked beautifully together.<br />
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I designed the vanity wall, above, with faux columns and arched recessed mirrors flanked by sconces with a beautifully aged (forced of course, as these are reproduction) silver patina. This division of the mirrors is so much more appealing than the 'wall-of-mirror' that so many builders resort to these days. If you have the 'wall-of-mirror' in your bath, don't feel bad, I do too (I didn't select it, it was in our home when we bought it). If tearing it down isn't an option try hanging a decorative framed mirror on top of it (which is what I did). This simple solution works wonders!<br />
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We selected a lovely cast iron vintage style free-standing tub. This isn't period accurate but not everything is :-)<br />
Notice the French inspired chandy above the tub. It works beautifully within the space, along with the French inspired, functional, buffalo check drapery panels.<br />
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The glorious bathtub. I have to admit I'm a bit jealous of this ;-)...and the beautiful hardware.... Swoon!<br />
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There will be plenty more to come from this lovely home! <br />
I have absolutely loved working with this darling family! I can't wait to show you what we have done :-)<br />
I hope you're getting a great start to the week!<br />
<em>*due to client contracts, I am unable to share sources*</em><br />
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This wonderfully collected and eclectic living room is just off of <a href="http://www.beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/petite-polished.html" target="_blank">this kitchen</a> that I recently showed you. These wonderful clients had lots of fun pieces that were inherited through their family and they wanted to include them in their new design. We added lots of fresh new pieces, like the Lucite console behind the sofa, to balance the old and give the space a 'collected over time' vibe and prevent the room from feeling like a room full of old furniture.</div>
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This fabulous sofa, that was inherited from her mother, is one such example of this as well. I blogged about it's <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/09/a-sofa-before-after.html" target="_blank">drastic makeover here</a>. The bright new fabrics and modern bolster, as opposed to typical throw pillows, have given this piece a brand new life.</div>
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The touch of zebra layered on top of the jute rug underfoot gives a touch of playful pattern.</div>
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We designed a fun, and a bit funky, little powder bath that is off of this space as well. That will be coming up soon.</div>
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We have been tackling lots of home improvement projects around our house lately. I love that about spring! I'm in my second trimester now and loving the return of my energy, thank you Lord! One project that I'm super excited about is a harlequin espalier wall in the courtyard at the front of our house. I've had several people express some interest in how we are doing this, so stay tuned for a post to fill you in :-)</div>
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I hope you're getting a great start to the week!<br />
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This sweet, little kitchen is part of a new construction project that was designed to look old. I wish that there was more new construction out there that was modeled after the classics, but that's just me.<br />
This space is clean lined, bright and has just the right amount of vintage charm. We opted for a taupe color on the island that complements the dining room that is parallel and open to the kitchen.<br />
Beveled subway tiles and honed Cararra marble complete the monochromatic palette. I wonder when I'll tire of these building elements.<br />
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We specified a stainless steel apron front sink for it's clean-ability.</div>
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I'll be back soon with the fun, eclectic living room that is right off of this sweet, little kitchen.</div>
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I hope you all had a blessed Easter! If you <a href="http://instagram.com/mariaebeck" target="_blank">follow me on Instagram</a> then you've already seen some of our Easter fun. Easter is a time for celebration indeed. He is Risen!</div>
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...from <a href="http://www.beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2014/04/serene.html" target="_blank">the master bedroom</a> into the lovely master bath in this pretty, monochromatic suite. We carried the gray palette into the bathroom with loads of delicious Cararra marble on pretty much every surface. It's clean, simple and tailored, and in my opinion, simplicity is beautiful!<br />
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How about that bathtub? Perfect right?!</div>
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The shower is decked out with Cararra bricks and a grounding gray, hexagon mesh floor.<br />
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Those ball and claw feet vintage-ly divine!!<br />
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We opted for a large scale herringbone on the floor and I love the effect!</div>
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I just love how this space turned out! If I lived here it would be all too tempting to lock myself into this lovely suite!</div>
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I'm so excited for Easter next week! It is one of my favorite celebrations! I hope you're all planning something fun!</div>
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Happy weekend!</div>
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Serene...that's the first word I think of when I'm in this space. I recently completed this Dallas master bedroom and the client and I couldn't be more pleased with the soothing palette and unfussy lines. It's one of those spaces where you can sit back and take deep breaths. It's crisp and relaxing.<br />
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The cool gray walls and warm gold accents are one of my favorite couples. They just work so well together! Don't be afraid to mix your metals either. Notice our chandelier is polished nickel. I love it when everything isn't 'matchy-matchy'.<br />
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Also note the scale of our bachelor chest nightstands. One of the most common mistakes I see in my client's homes, when I first come in to help, are nightstands and bedside lamps that aren't the correct scale. Push the limit with these pieces! You'll be surprised how much bigger your space looks when you use larger pieces.</div>
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Keep your nightstands clutter free. Dress them up. This is the first thing you see in the morning and the last thing you see at night. Use items that relax you and make you happy, like your favorite photos, flowers or simple trinkets. Simple is the key word here. A nightstand can get bogged down really quick. If you have lots of little things you love, switch them out often. They don't all have to be displayed at the same time.</div>
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I love distressed hardware on a smooth, refined veneer. It creates such wonderful tension.</div>
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Don't you want to just kick back in here? I know I do. <br />
Thank you to the Threadgill family for trusting me implicitly with your home. We've got lots more beauty to show from this stunning Dallas residence.<br />
Isn't the beginning of a new month such an energizing time? It's a fresh start. I particularly love April. Easter and celebrating our Savior is right on the horizon. Spring temps, windows open and the greening up of everything makes me want to tackle tasks. We live in South Texas, so luckily we are already experiencing Spring, sorry Northern people :-/ I began some planting yesterday...petunias, salvia, snapdragons, dahlias. Got my herbs in too...sweet basil, flat leaf Italian parsley, cilantro, rosemary. We've got lots more to do but it's a good start.<br />
I hope you're having a great start to the week...and the month. Happy April!<br />
<em>*Due to client contracts, I am unable to share sources*</em><br />
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Sweet little Miley's room! This was such a fun space to create! Miley is artistic and fun, and when I presented this palette to her mama we knew it was a winner. Miley loved it and it was a go!<br />
I love the mix of old and new that we were able to achieve in her space. It gives the space some patina and I think that is something that is often forgotten in spaces for children. I think it is so refreshing to see a child's room that they can grow with and doesn't look like it just came out of a box. I'm a momma, so I completely understand if you can't get it past your kiddo to do what 'you'd like to do' with their space, but it sure is nice while we still have a say huh?! ;-)<br />
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Pink gingham and seaglass walls. Love.</div>
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Vintage furniture and antique brass reading lamps. Love.</div>
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I didn't get a great picture of her art wall but we framed a dance costume from when she was little bitty, along with some of her art, and we made a collage with some other sentimental family items.</div>
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Yummy velvet candy dots on linen.<br />
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You can see a little of our art collage wall here and Miley's framed art she created. </div>
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You can also see her darling chandelier hanging from vaulted ceilings. This room is a little girl's dream! Fortunately, Miley's room also adjoins a playroom loft, so we were able to keep the clutter and toys in that space and keep her space fairly neat and tidy.</div>
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We also did Miley's adjoining bathroom within the space. We found the most beautiful Calacatta slab for her countertops. The veining was absolutely perfect! We coupled that with an octagon and dot mosaic floor and crystal knobs on her cabinet doors. <br />
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I would have loved this space as a little girl! I hope that Miley enjoys it for years to come!</div>
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It's crazy that this is my first time to blog this year! I'm busy but not that busy, sheesh. Where does the time go?! I carried my 'year of organization' goal into 2014. I was so successful with this goal last year and tackled so many organization projects that were hanging over my head that I'd like to continue to make it a priority this year as well. It has always been a priority at the back of my head but I really made an effort to be intentional about it last year and it has really paid off. I'll be blogging about some of my projects on here when I get a chance, most notably my pantry project which I documented some of the progress on <a href="http://instagram.com/mariaebeck" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and it seemed that you guys were interested in seeing more of that fun space. It is a dream pantry and one of the reasons that I really love my house!</div>
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I hope you're having a great start to 2014! I'll be back again soon, thanks for stopping by!</div>
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My <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/04/bunny.html" target="_blank">sweet little Bunny</a> turned two! I can hardly believe it! You hear "where has the time gone" time and time again, but seriously, where has the time gone?! She is such a blessing to us and I really can't imagine my world without my girl. She is such a delightful child and it brings me to tears if I think too much about how much I love her.</div>
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We threw her a fun little party to celebrate. Since it is kind of design related, (I like to see party décor, so I thought you might like to as well) I thought I'd do a little blog post. I kept the colors the <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/11/two-months-ago.html" target="_blank">same as last year</a> so that I could reuse her decorations. I changed it up just a bit so that it would <em>feel</em> like a small town county fair, animals and all :-) </div>
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I wish I could just bottle these memories up so that I could pull them out and remember them just the way they were. It was a really great day! If this next year is even a smidgen as fun as the last, we are in for quite a fun ride :-)</div>
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Maria@Live Beautifullyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15908042660187008572noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471345629972825769.post-40243883268358838582013-10-16T16:26:00.003-05:002013-10-16T20:35:58.432-05:001920's Renovation | The Master Closet<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2Lp5tT8XVRgDQ1PjRXzE16kxznW_f00s6jLPJ5fjZ_R9Aa0PzAw6LyZW-v-15-XZgxcc_fMG-3TbBctmSqyypjdjEbMa98eBz8kPvywqy-Zo_NwKVg576O0kfDNN68EyPUob64k1_so/s1600/IMG_1303.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2Lp5tT8XVRgDQ1PjRXzE16kxznW_f00s6jLPJ5fjZ_R9Aa0PzAw6LyZW-v-15-XZgxcc_fMG-3TbBctmSqyypjdjEbMa98eBz8kPvywqy-Zo_NwKVg576O0kfDNN68EyPUob64k1_so/s640/IMG_1303.JPG" width="420" /></a><br />
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Historic restoration is one of my very favorite types of design. I particularly love the architecture and finishes from the 1920's, so this project has been such a joy to work on from the beginning. If you are new around here and are interested in seeing more of this amazing home you can check out some of the other spaces I've previously blogged about like <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/08/1920s-renovation-solarium.html" target="_blank">the Solarium</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/1920s-renovation-master-suite.html" target="_blank">the Master Bedroom</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/08/1920s-renovation-master-bath.html" target="_blank">the Master Bath</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/1920s-dining-room-before-after.html" target="_blank">the Dining Room</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/staircase-before-after.html" target="_blank">the Stairwell</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/02/quaint-little-bar.html" target="_blank">the Bar</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/samanthas-bedroom.html" target="_blank">Samantha's Bedroom</a>, and the <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/01/a-tiny-bath-remodel.html" target="_blank">Playroom Bath</a>. </div>
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I still have lots more to show from this home! As with any restoration, especially from this period and with this scope of work, nothing is ever quick but it is so worth it if you take the time and have the patience to see it through. I've loved every inch of how this home has been rejuvenated and how she still respects the integrity of her architectural roots.</div>
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So, now I bring you the incredible master closet. This is the 3rd space to a 5 space master suite, as you can see in the footprint below.</div>
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As you may have seen in the previous post about the master bath, we combined an unnecessary guest room and bath into the space that would become the new master bath and closet.</div>
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For reference, the master closet's entrance is through the second set of stained French doors on the right in the image below.<br />
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In the 'before' image below, you can see the space we started with. The adjoining bathroom is in the master bath post below if you are interested. All of the windows remained in the same locations.</div>
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Here is the 'after' from as close to the same angle as I could possibly get with the new wall locations.</div>
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Stunning right?! I designed all the custom cabinetry units to extend to the ceiling to maximize storage. Behind all of the doors, at the base of the cabinets, are drawers for foldable items etc. We added those little baskets for some texture to soften the hard millwork lines. One for laundry and one for dry cleaning.</div>
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Here is another 'before' image.</div>
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This is the 'after' from the same angle. The headboard in this image sat where the row of cabinets are on the right. The shoe shelving and handbag area are actually recessed past where the previous wall was.</div>
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We also installed interior cabinetry lighting. This feature is gorgeous at night!!!</div>
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At the end of this row of cabinets is a small cabinet that conceals a <a href="http://www.lg.com/us/washer-dryer-combos/lg-WM3455HS-washer-dryer-combo" target="_blank">washer/ dryer combo unit</a>. We selected a unit that uses a ventless connection so that we wouldn't need all of the space for a traditional hook up. The unit is also super quiet. Having this in the master closet is a great feature not only for the obvious conveniences but the proximity of the master suite to the home's laundry room is 2 floors away.<br />
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At the end of this row,I placed a full length dressing mirror. Notice the hardwired ipod/iphone docking station just to the right of the mirror. This is wired for tunes and such throughout the whole master suite, including the terrace.<br />
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One of my favorite finishes in the space are the custom antiqued mirrors we had made for all of the cabinet ends. This not only provides light reflectance but it also provides a little patina, which every well designed space should have!<br />
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I don't know about you but I'd do some shameful things to obtain this closet ;-)<br />
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Obviously I'm having a difficult time finding the time to blog but hopefully I'll be back to a more consistent pace soon. I'm thinking about bringing back the 'What I'm Loving Wednesdays' series...<br />
I hope you're having a great week! <br />
<img align="left" src="http://i523.photobucket.com/albums/w351/laurenjh04/Custom%20Designs/signature-43.png" style="border: 0pt currentColor;" />Maria@Live Beautifullyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15908042660187008572noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3471345629972825769.post-72817548303744948902013-08-12T14:26:00.002-05:002013-08-12T14:27:47.098-05:001920's Renovation | The Master Bath<div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;">
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Finally, the stunning master bath of my 1920's restoration project! This project has been complete for well over a year but I couldn't quite find the time to photograph it. Alas, here she is. </div>
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This bath project is basically my dream bath! My clients let me build my dream bath in their house... at least that's what I tell myself :-) </div>
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Sigh...maybe someday...</div>
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So here is a little refresher of what we started with in floorplan view. If you haven't already seen the master bedroom and are interested <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/1920s-renovation-master-suite.html" target="_blank">check it out here</a>.</div>
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So, as you can see in the floorplan view, I took a spare bedroom and bath that they didn't need and transformed that space into the new master bath and closet. I'll have to save the closet for another post because there is just too much going on here to talk about it all at once.</div>
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We closed off the hallway and made the new entrance to the master suite through the former master closet. In the 'before' image below you can see the old hallway leading to the old spare bedroom and bath. The new entrance to the suite was built right where that black console sits on the left.</div>
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This 'before' view is from the master bedroom and is looking at the wall where the new entrance to the master bath and closet will be.<br />
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In the 'after' image below, you can see the new entrance to the master suite on the far right and then the new entrance to the master bath through the gorgeous, stained French doors.<br />
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Vintage details, like these glass door knobs, were selected to respect the integrity of the 1920's architecture.<br />
In this 'before' image you can see the former bath in all of it's ballet pink tiled glory.<br />
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From the same angle below, you can see the new make-up vanity for the lady of the house. The toilet and shower plumbing actually stayed in the same location, but a watercloset was built around the toilet for privacy. </div>
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The new his and hers vanities...</div>
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The gorgeous Kohler Vintage freestanding tub nestles perfectly into the corner between the vanities. It creates beautiful focal point when you walk into the bathroom. </div>
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The freestanding bathtub complete with a <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=939" target="_blank">vintage inspired chandy</a> overhead, by Visual Comfort & Co.</div>
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I specifically selected the vintage botanicals and their gold leaf frames to complement the Honey Onyx and the gold veins in the Calcutta marble. Can we go ahead and talk about that Calcutta and Honey Onyx basketweave?!...good grief, I love it so very much!!!</div>
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Looking back at the master bedroom and the entrance to the closet on the right (more on the closet later). </div>
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The bank of cabinets is where the old hallway on the plan is, for your reference. I designed lots of linen storage and a full length cabinet tucked to the left (not visible from this angle) was designed to hang robes out of sight. </div>
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The new shower is amazing!!! It is decked out with dueling shower heads that have their own settings. The settings stay fixed to the setter's preferred temp so, when he or she takes their shower all they have to do is turn on their side and there is no need to adjust to get everything just right. </div>
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A rain shower head hangs above on a different valve. </div>
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I carried more of the Calcutta Gold into the shower in a classic herringbone pattern with the Honey Onyx and Calcutta basketweave on the shower floor.</div>
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In the 'before' image above, you can see more of the old bath and what will become the watercloset seen below. To the right, you can see the old shower (which stayed in the same location). </div>
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Ah the vintage inspired bathtub hardware...love!!!!<br />
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I just love everything about this bathroom! It was one of my very favorite projects to date!<br />
If you would like to see more of this project, I've previously blogged about <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/08/1920s-renovation-solarium.html" target="_blank">The Solarium</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/1920s-dining-room-before-after.html" target="_blank">Dining room</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/02/quaint-little-bar.html" target="_blank">the Bar</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2013/01/a-tiny-bath-remodel.html" target="_blank">the Playroom bath</a>, <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/01/samanthas-bedroom.html" target="_blank">their Daughter's bedroom</a>, and <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/staircase-before-after.html" target="_blank">the stairs</a> makeover.<br />
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I hope that you have enjoyed the summer. We sure have! It has been such a treat to get lots of summer activities and playtime in with <a href="http://beckdesignblog.blogspot.com/2012/04/bunny.html" target="_blank">my little bunny</a>! <br />
It is right about this time, in the thick of the Texas summer heat, that I start longing for the chill of fall. I'm pretty sure I'm not alone on this :-) If you <a href="http://pinterest.com/mariaebeck/boards/" target="_blank">follow me on Pinterest</a>, don't be surprised if you see an unusual amount of pins containing images of sweaters, boots and pumpkin pies.<br />
Have a great week!<br />
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Just a little sneak peek of one of my favorite bathrooms I have ever designed. This project has been complete for quite some time but I just recently got around to having it photographed. Such is life! It's a beauty and pretty much every single thing I would want in my dream bath. *le sigh* I'll be back soon with a full post.</div>
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I hope all you momma's that are beginning summer with your kiddos are keeping your sanity ;-)</div>
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I hope you're having a great week! </div>
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