Category: flooring

“Paint it Black” or Blue…..

Posted on by Ann Decker Forster in Artwork Selection, AutoCAD floor plan, basement redesign, basement renovation, Bathroom Projects, Bathroom Renovation, Bathroom vanity, Custom floor plan rendering, Custom Furniture, Custom Pillows, custom upholstery, flooring, Furniture Selection, Lighting, Material Selection, Paint selection, Silk Trim, Space Planning, Tile Selection, Wallpaper

This newly designed lower level went from being a typical basement used for storage, exercising, and watching tv, into a fun and funky bar lounge with a full bath and home office.

After careful color selection the New Ravenna backsplash became the generator for the whole space.
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Iconic Walter Durham home gets a new look…..

Posted on by Ann Decker Forster in AutoCAD floor plan, Calcutta Gold Countertops, Custom Built-in, custom cabinetry, Custom floor plan rendering, Custom Furniture, flooring, Kitchen Projects, Kitchen Renovation, Lighting, Paint selection, Reclaimed wood flooring, Space design, Space Planning, Space re-design, Tile Selection, Uncategorized

Having a hand in designing and updating this architecturally iconic home in Gladwyne was not only special but a lot of fun. First and foremost, I got to work with a friend from grad school, Janine Massaro, and together we were able to create a beautiful and functional space for a young family of five.

Second, because of the historical importance of this home, it was import to keep, or in some cases recreate, the characteristics of this architectural style; like random width pegged oak floors, detailed millwork, and big bright windows. The existing kitchen floor was tile therefore, we had to try to match the new wood floors to the old in the dining room. This kept a consistent flow throughout the first floor.

Grand Finale- A gorgeous colonnade with newly integrated wood floors.
Before demo began
Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
Random width pegged white oak flooring
We selected Calcutta Gold Marble for the custom designed white oak island to keep a classic look in this new space.
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Wayne Basement Renovation

Posted on by Ann Decker Forster in AutoCAD floor plan, basement redesign, basement renovation, Custom Built-in, Custom floor plan rendering, Custom Pillows, Custom Wainscoting, flooring, Lighting, Paint selection, Space design, Space re-design, Uncategorized

This young family needed more space in their traditional Cape style home and going up was not in the budget so they decided to go down into their dark, completely unfinished basement. This new space, although not without challenges; electrical boxes, an old oil tank, sump pumps, HVAC, sewer pipes, and low ceilings, gave them a great new area to entertain friends and family.

Beautifully blue

We framed out the beams and added baseboard heat.
Installing a French Door in place of a solid one makes the basement feel more like part of the rest of the house.
A well lit staircase is a great way to highlight the entrance to your new space.
Pocket doors with glass are another way to add separation without impeding light.
Arts and crafts area.
The new floor plan gives an overall open feeling to the space while still allowing for designated areas like laundry, storage, utilities, child play areas, as well as adult play areas.