A Casual Dining Space with great style and function
DESIGN CHALLENGES ADDRESSED:
To anyone who may be reading this project overview, I do hope you'll have the opportunity to
have a look at the 'before' photo of this space. It's quite a transformation!
Our homeowners purchased their condo at the beach several years ago. As shown in the 'before'
photo, the casual dining area was a dark and dated space with unsightly paneled walls, heavy
faux ceiling beams and odds and ends for furniture. It was cut off from the kitchen and did not
lend itself for entertaining. Everything felt cramped and cluttered throughout the condo,
especially this space. The client's vision was for a relaxed and welcoming dining space that
would allow them to comfortably host friends and family.
DESIGN SOLUTIONS PROVIDED:
The entire condo was taken down to the stud. The faux beams were edited out and the ceiling
raised. The heavy out-dated paneling was replaced with fresh clean walls that were painted in a
calming creamy sand tone throughout the entire condo. The wall that once separated the kitchen
and dining area was completely removed. This space now felt far more spacious and open.
The existing heavy and out dated furniture was replaced with stylish functional pieces. Great
thought was given to the size, scale and textiles used. A round table with a wonderful archectural
base in a richly textured weathered driftwood finish was selected. With the option of adding an
extension leaf (which converted the table into a generous rectangle) the homeowners now had
the desired space to host a sizable group of guests without feeling crowded as before. Dining
chairs with a 'x' back wood frame in a playful shade of kiwi and crisp striped cushions completed
the look.
Clean line sconces in a rich linen textile were added on either of the window for soft ambient
lighting.
The overall effect of the renovation was quite dramatic and the clients were thrilled with the
results. This casual dining area went from being dark and dated to light and airy and is now a
wonderful space that is both inviting and relaxing along with being a great place to entertain.
RETAIL PROJECT PRICE: $ 5,000.00
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