Denise & Bob

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Bob and Reiki-master Denise had made many happy memories in their suburban home, and they had no intention of ever leaving. The home had a great layout, a large yard with a beautiful garden, and a cherry tree. But the house’s dated oak finishes, cluttered areas, and choppy layout were weighing on the couple. They needed help revamping their home to make it a space with positive energy and flow. We redesigned the front entry, living room, dining room, and kitchen to create a balanced, calming environment in which Bob and Denise can continue to make happy memories.

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Forever Home S6E12 Denise&Bob

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wdt_ID	Room	Product Type	Style	Product	Company	Product Code/Sku
1	Throughout	Pot Lights	HLB4LED	HLB4LED	HALO	HLB4 LED
2	Throughout	Measurements	Room Measurement Services	Room Measurement Services	Urban Measure	N/A
3	Throughout	Hardwood Floors	Ethos Signature Luxury Vinyl Plank LVP Integrity	Ethos Signature Luxury Vinyl Plank LVP Integrity	Alberta Hardwood Flooring	CES-7043
4	Throughout	Door Hardware	Laurent Knob - Passage	Laurent Knob - Passage	Emtek	5109
5	Throughout	Door Hardware	Laurent Knob - Privacy	Laurent Knob - Privacy	Emtek	5209
6	Front Entry	Lighting	Camillo™ 18" 1 Light Hanging Pendant with Clear Seeded Glass Natural Brass	Camillo™ 18" 1 Light Hanging Pendant with Clear Seeded Glass Natural Brass	Kichler	59082NBR
7	Living Room	Sectional	Milton 2-Piece Linen-Look Fabric Left-Facing Sectional - Armani Grey	Milton 2-Piece Linen-Look Fabric Left-Facing Sectional - Armani Grey	The Brick	MILTGYSL
8	Living Room	Accent Table	Jordy Ottoman Accent Table – Black	Jordy Ottoman Accent Table – Black	The Brick	JORBKOTT
9	Living Room	Accent Table	Ascot Accent Table - Black	Ascot Accent Table - Black	The Brick	ASCBLCST
10	Living Room & Hallway	Lighting	Brettin LED 3000K 5.25" Wall Sconce Champagne Gold	Brettin LED 3000K 5.25" Wall Sconce Champagne Gold	Kichler	85090CG
11	Kitchen & Dining Room	Lighting	Trentino 9 Light Chandelier Natural Brass	Trentino 9 Light Chandelier Natural Brass	Kichler	52162NBR
12	Kitchen	Island Pendants	Ciona™ 4" 1 Light Mini Pendant with Round Ribbed Glass Brushed Natural Brass	Ciona™ 4" 1 Light Mini Pendant with Round Ribbed Glass Brushed Natural Brass	Kichler	52431BNB
13	Kitchen	Range Hood	Bosch 29'' Custom-Insert Range Hood	Bosch 29'' Custom-Insert Range Hood	The Brick	DHL755BUC
14	Kitchen	Refrigerator	LG 22 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth French-Door Refrigerator	LG 22 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth French-Door Refrigerator	The Brick	LFXC22526S
15	Kitchen	Gas Range	LG 6.3 Cu. Ft. Smart Front-Control Gas Range with Air Fry	LG 6.3 Cu. Ft. Smart Front-Control Gas Range with Air Fry	The Brick	LSGL6335F
16	Kitchen	Dishwasher	LG 24" Top-Control Built-In Dishwasher with Wi-Fi	LG 24" Top-Control Built-In Dishwasher with Wi-Fi	The Brick	LDP6810SS
17	Kitchen	Microwave	Sharp 24" 1.2 Cu. Ft. 950-Watt Microwave Drawer® Oven	Sharp 24" 1.2 Cu. Ft. 950-Watt Microwave Drawer® Oven	The Brick	SMD2477ASC
18	Kitchen	Cabinet Hardware	Globe Knob	Globe Knob	Emtek	86152

Before & After

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

MAKING AN ENTRANCE

Denise and Bob’s entrance had amazing height, but was held back by its carpeted, orange-oak staircase. We replaced that dated look with black spindles and wooden treads; plus, we also switched out the lighting fixture so that dead bugs are less likely to get caught in it and dampen the entrance’s bright, refreshing energy.

GOING WITH THE FLOW

Despite having a good amount of space, an awkward island shape and unintuitive appliance layout made the kitchen a, “zone of chaos,” according to Bob. By removing the dividing wall between the kitchen and dining room, we were able to install a more suitable island and turn a previously cluttered corner into a sunny breakfast nook.

BALANCED OUT

Denise’ love of bling and souvenirs was sometimes at odds with Bob’s preference for a Spartan, uncluttered space. By refurbished their fireplace with Venetian plaster and adding built-in shelves, we were able to include both their tastes in the living room. Best of all, we were able to include pictures of Denise’ parents and Bob’s art into the décor as well.