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Shaly and Leonel moved to Las Vegas ten years ago to open their own insurance agency but were never quite convinced they’d be there forever. Two kids, three business offices, and multiple rentals later, they’re finally ready to admit they’re sticking around and are eager to put down roots. After years of living in boring, beige apartments, the Miami natives were ready to find their dream home—something unique that reflects their personalities, and with a lot of green space for their young children (and to remind them of the lush landscapes of Florida). Additionally, they wanted a single story with open site lines, as well as a dedicated office area since the couple often works from home. Finding a house within their budget was a challenge, but we found a place that, after a lot of demolition work, fit the bill perfectly.

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PBS14E18 Shaly Leonel

Click below to see all of the items featured in this episode!

wdt_ID	Room	Product Type	STYLE	Product	Company	Product Code/Sku
1	Kitchen	Flooring	Coastal Couture / White Cap Oak	Coastal Couture / White Cap Oak	Mohawk Flooring	8661-144217
2	Kitchen	Countertops	Serene	Serene	Wilsonart	Q1001
3	Kitchen	Faucet	Trinsic Single Pull Down, Champagne Bronze	Trinsic Single Pull Down, Champagne Bronze	Delta Faucet	9159T-CZ-DST
4	Kitchen	Pot Filler	Contemporary Wall Mount, Champagne Bronze	Contemporary Wall Mount, Champagne Bronze	Delta Faucet	1165LF-CZ
5	Kitchen	Backsplash	Essential Ceramic, Cloud	Essential Ceramic, Cloud	AKDO	CR2091-0208G0
6	Kitchen	Sink	Ikon Apron Front, White	Ikon Apron Front, White	Blanco	401734
7	Kitchen	Cabinet Knob	Cinder Knob, Satin Brass	Cinder Knob, Satin Brass	Emtek	86446US4
8	Kitchen	Cabinet Pull	Trinity Pull, Satin Brass	Trinity Pull, Satin Brass	Emtek	86438US4
9	Kitchen	Sconces	Towner Wall/Bath Sconce, Satin Bronze	Towner Wall/Bath Sconce, Satin Bronze	Generation Lighting	4141301-848
10	Kitchen	Hood Vent Shiplap	Woodhaven, Painted White	Woodhaven, Painted White	Armstrong Ceilings	1148
11	Kitchen	Glassware	4-pc Crystal Cooler Glass Set	4-pc Crystal Cooler Glass Set	Scott Living	74827755
12	Entry	Light	Viaggo Flush Mount	Viaggo Flush Mount	Tech Lighting	700FMVGOOR-LED930
13	Entry	Hardware	Lausanne Entryset, Satin Brass	Lausanne Entryset, Satin Brass	Emtek	4819US4
14	Entry	Interior Doors	Two Panel Shaker	Two Panel Shaker	Trimlite	8402
15	Dining Room	Drapery	Glisten, Platinum	Glisten, Platinum	Smith & Noble	18759
16	Dining Room	Chandelier	Joan 5, Light Chandelier / Black	Joan 5, Light Chandelier / Black	Generation Lighting	EC1015MBK
17	Dining Room	Windows and Doors	N/A	N/A	Crystal Window & Door Systems	N/A
18	Office	Wallpaper	Connell, Navy	Connell, Navy	Thibaut	TWW327
19	Office	Barn Door	Hall Barn Door, 3 Lite,	Hall Barn Door, 3 Lite	Renin	N/A
20	Office	Office Chair	Modern Upholstered Office Chair, Brown	Modern Upholstered Office Chair, Brown	Scott Living	801539
21	Office	Accessories	Forest Stream Basket	Forest Stream Basket	Scott Living	59402513
22	Office	Throw	Ultra Soft Chevron Plush Throw	Ultra Soft Chevron Plush Throw	Scott Living	43049462
23	Living Room	Drapery	Glisten, Platinum	Glisten, Platinum	Smith & Noble	18759
24	Living Room	Area Rug	Cirque, Light Gray / Incense	Cirque, Light Gray / Incense	Jaipur Living	CIQ27
25	Living Room	Fireplace	H Series	H Series	Montigo	H38DF
26	Living Room	Fireplace Surround Tile	Wide, Carbon	Wide, Carbon	AKDO	PO2130-2448M0
27	Living Room	Shiplap	Woodhaven, Painted White	Woodhaven, Painted White	Armstrong Ceilings	1148
28	Living Room	TV Mount	XT D&O Motor Mount	XT D&O Motor Mount	Dynamic Mounting	N/A
29	Living Room	Sectional	Charlotte Transitional	Charlotte Transitional	Scott Living	551221
30	Living Room	Server	Mango Chevron Inlay, Natural /Matte Black	Mango Chevron Inlay, Natural /Matte Black	Scott Living	107565
31	Yard	Swing Set	Skyfort II	Skyfort II	Backyard Discovery	6113com
32	Yard	Playhouse	Spring Cottage Playhouse	Spring Cottage Playhouse	Backyard Discovery	1801349com

Before & After

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

THE SISTERS

The original kitchen was smack-dab in the center of the home. Its awful placement blocked sunlight and sight lines. We moved it to one side of the house, and our original plans included a large island that contained both seating and all the normal island functions, like a sink and cabinets. Our plans changed though when Shaly and Leonel stopped by in the middle of construction with an idea: instead of one large island, they wanted to do two, smaller islands. “Sisters islands,” explained Shaly. We were definitely not into the idea at first—we thought it would look like aisles at the supermarket—but by the time we finished, we were smitten. Just look at ’em! Perfection!

A DINING ROOM TABLE THAT MIGHT ACTUALLY GET USED

During the aforementioned island discussion, Shaly and Leonel explained to us that while a dining room table was necessary, they didn’t expect to use it—they claimed they’d never eat there, just at the island. But when the couple set eyes on this dining set, they both started walking back their earlier statements. The cane chairs with black finish stand out against the neutral rug, and the table offers stellar backyard views so Mom and Dad can enjoy their morning coffee or a lingering dinner and still keep an eye on the kids as they play outside.

JUST ‘FOOFY’ ENOUGH

Shaly taught us a new word during this episode: ‘foofy,’ which she explains is “A Miami-Cuban word for super fancy.” Our goal was to make their new home a little foofy without overdoing it, and this fireplace feature wall does just that. We knocked out the old, outdated fireplace rock and replaced it with this more modern and elevated look. The surrounding custom built-ins offer plenty of storage, while black shiplap above the charcoal tile mantle keeps things elegant.