Client Project (before & after)

Over the weekend, we did a little photoshoot at a local Philadelphia client's home that I had completed a couple of years ago.  Since finishing this project, the client has become a very close friend of mine.  And every time I visit, I feel like she needs to kick me out because I want to stay forever.  Every room is comfortable and welcoming, while still feeling polished and put together.  It was important that the furniture be functional for a young family.  Yet, it needed to be sleek enough to entertain.  I'm very happy with the way the space turned out-- it reflects the style of the family that lives there.  And even years later, it still looks terrific when you walk through the door. 

Photographing the completed spaces was LONG overdue.  But after a very busy day of shooting, we came back to the office with some great shots.  Since everyone loves a good "before & after," I thought I would share some of the pictures with you today...

living room, before.

 living room, after.

The living room had a unique configuration that presented a challenging layout.  But, when we placed the television over the fireplace, we were able to balance the space, add plenty of unique seating, and create a more organized flow throughout the room.  The pair of ottomans double as extra seats when entertaining.  The Baker parlor chairs (which the client already owned) complement the pair of antique Jean-Michel Frank chairs that we found in a local antique shop (we had the caning restored and they are still some of my favorite vintage finds to date).  The leopard upholstery mixed with Peter Dunham "fig leaf" is great.  And, I love the mix of unlacquered brass...

 (love these chairs!)

And, here are a few additional shots from the rest of the house...

 

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Weekend Installations & Project Sneak Peeks

Saturday was a very exciting day.  If you follow me on Instagram (@kellyrobson), you'll know that the day was filled with back-to-back client installations.  I posted pictures throughout the day as we hung custom drapery panels and roman shades in two clients' homes.  I'm lucky to work with a team of exceptional craftsmen, and it was really fun to see these projects come to fruition.  Here are a few sneak peeks from Instagram...

 

 

polished nickel rod & rings-- so pretty.

 

 

eight custom panels made from 100% linen, trimmed in grosgrain ribbon... waiting to go up.

 

our new double width, inverted pleat drapery panels

 

 

 

our new drapery installer (my clients 3 year old son), he approves of the new drapery.

how cute is this one??

 

quick shot of the room with the new panels.

 

 

 

 

We hung a custom roman shade in the powder room...

 

 

 

 

new faucet & mirror

 

 

 

marble floors & pedestal sink

 

 

 

By 3 o'clock, we were all finished with house #1...  now, onto house #2!

 

 

sneak peek of my clients lovely dining room, just off the kitchen. 

 

 

 new relaxed roman shade over the kitchen sink, installed.

(amazing hydrangeas outside her window)

 

 

and, a second shade over a smaller window went up.

 

 

 

 

The rest of the weekend was spent working on our new cobblestone driveway. 

Progress photos coming soon.  :)

 

 

Happy Monday!

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UPDATE:

Thanks for asking-- the credenza is actually from our shop. Link HERE.  /  The faucet is from Restoration Hardware... the handles read "HOT" & "COLD" respectively. :)

 

 

 

 

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Client Project Sneak Peek

Happy Friday!  Today, I thought I would share a sneak peek at one of my Philadelphia design projects.  We recently installed 6 custom drapery panels to frame the floor to ceiling city windows, and just last week, the custom pillows were delivered.  Things are starting to come together, so I snapped a few photos.  The color scheme in this living room involves a combination of neutrals and textures, navy blue linen, and a pop of the most perfect shade of raspberry-- in the photos, it looks red, but I assure you it's raspberry.  :)

Happy Weekend!

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