We recently finished up the installation for a new home in The Dominion in San Antonio.

This lovely couple is planning ahead for retirement and purchased a smaller home with a very efficient floorplan.  The builder was Brohn Homes and they did a very nice job.  We were brought in to provide all new furnishings (and upgrade the builder light fixtures) for the key living spaces.

The homeowners were a delight to work with, with the only real brief being that the color palette be quiet, preferably cream, beige and blue, but not ‘beachy’.

Here are a few photos during the construction phase:

Dining Room:

Kitchen into family room:

Breakfast area:

Family room:

Just before move in:

Entry:

Family:

Breakfast- note the ‘builder’ light fixtures:

Dining Room- with Grasscloth wallpaper installation.  We choose a grasscloth that had a blue and cream weave and it ties the whole color scheme together:

After:

Entry- I love this light fixture!  The lamps have a really unique iridescent quality and shift from silver to a rich blue at the top.

Dining- this room is intended to be ‘multi-purpose’, functioning as the formal dining, but also as a library.  There is a settee in the back with bookcases and library lights.

Kitchen- we added dramatic light fixtures and barstools with character

Breakfast- a fresh, light look was achieved with the mixing of lighter woods and fabrics (the chairs are in cleanable, crypton fabric) as well as a large scale lantern.  Roman shades in a geometric print help make the space feel more homey.  Many times homeowners don’t see the value in window treatments, especially if they are not functional (FYI, these are not).  But I believe they really finish the space and make the house a home.

Family- we used light fabrics in durable materials, such as Sunbrella, Crypton and velvet.  Furniture placement allows seating for many adults, including grown children.

Full view of the open plan areas:

The house flows beautifully and looks wonderful.  The homeowners were very wise in recognizing that a fresh start would provide the most cohesive look for their new home.  The house feels welcoming, approachable and comfortable.  What a great way to start a new chapter in life!