This project was a “hybrid e-design.” Since my client, Ad is local, I could go over and see the space first. Then I let her “run with the ball” with a design board, sources and floor plan.
Ad works from home and needed a pretty home office/den.
Below is the ‘before” photo.
Ad knew she liked this handsome desk below,
so I designed the room around it.
Sometimes, her daughter and a friend play
on the computer in this room.
An ottoman pulls up for occasional seating at the desk
when not in use in the cosy reading corner.
The chair in the striped fabric was discontinued so Ad bought it in a solid and cleverly added the striped pillow.
You can see the rug better here. Since this is really Ad’s work space, I thought a soft rug would be nice to sit on the floor for wrapping presents or sorting files (that’s what I like to do).
I knew Ad liked blue from seeing other parts of her home in photos and then in person.
This pastel landscape was her grandmother’s.
It looks like early southern California.
We had my carpenter, Adrian, custom build the wooden
shelves in an ebony stain for contrast.
Ad styled the shelves herself. Love it!
The desk from Restoration Hardware is very well made with a working key hole and dovetail joinery.
I was able to extend my professional discount to her.
The lidded basket hides electrical cords.
I saw that Ad collected prints and added them to the design.
She did a fine job with the composition, didn’t she?
Please check out My Services page if you could
benefit from an e-design.
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A Walk in the Countryside says
August 17, 2012 at 3:41 pmBoth of you did a great job!! That desk is beautiful!!
Kat says
August 17, 2012 at 3:52 pmVery nice design, Mary Ann! Love how everything came together.
Our French Inspired Home says
August 17, 2012 at 4:50 pmGreat job. I'm impressed with the drastic change.
Carrie @ Hazardous Design says
August 17, 2012 at 5:27 pmIt is so cool to see a design board come to life. I LOVE the way this room turned out!
The Pink Pagoda says
August 17, 2012 at 5:52 pmWow. It's so interesting to see how e-design can work. Beautiful job — I know she must be thrilled with her work space!
Yvonne @ StoneGable says
August 17, 2012 at 7:03 pmYou designed such a pretty work space! I love that striped PB chair. I saw it at the PB outlet and did not buy it… I am so mad at myself!
YOur friend interpreted your design beautifully! LOVE the rug!!!
At The Picket Fence says
August 17, 2012 at 7:13 pmYou are so talented Mary Ann! This is a beautiful space…crisp and classic and definitely elegant without going too formal. Well done!
Vanessa
The enchanted home says
August 17, 2012 at 9:33 pmWell done!! Love that desk, what a beautiful starting point. You are good Mary Ann! Love the inviting feel of the room, cozy and beautiful.
An Eye for Detail says
August 18, 2012 at 12:10 amThe chair and ottoman are my favorites! I could sit for hours… And I agree, a nice soft rug is essential: I love to work on the floor at times.
NanaDiana says
August 18, 2012 at 12:33 amMary Ann-You did a great job pulling that all together. It is a professional, yet comfortable, looking room!
Anonymous says
August 18, 2012 at 12:27 pmBeautiful!
Julie Taylor and Danni Greenwalt says
August 18, 2012 at 12:41 pmIt looks fabulous. What a transformation. She must be very happy!
Lisa Mende says
August 18, 2012 at 2:00 pmGreat job Mary Ann! I know she is thrilled!
Kathysue says
August 18, 2012 at 2:04 pmMary Ann I would say you have a very happy client. Gorgeous job, I especially love the wall grouping you did above the desk. The chair in the corner is on my someday list for my family. I love that chair!! Happy weekend,
Kathysue
Leslie says
August 18, 2012 at 3:38 pmWonderful job Mary Ann! That RH desk is gorgeous and I love the color and texture of the rug. I'm sure she's very pleased!
Enjoy your weekend!
leslie
cindy hattersley says
August 18, 2012 at 4:10 pmLooks fabulous Mary Ann and i love that blue rug! Makes the room!
Carla Aston says
August 18, 2012 at 4:42 pmLovely job, Maryann!
Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com says
August 19, 2012 at 12:11 amThis turned out fabulous. I'd love for you to link up at my party…it just opened.
XO, Aimee
Sharon (Roses and Rust) says
August 19, 2012 at 5:25 amWhat an elegant and inviting space. Well done to you and your client! x Sharon
Mollie@Organization Accessories says
August 19, 2012 at 12:59 pmgreat job! now i have some idea for the transformation look of my
office table. thanks for the share,
SHERRY HART says
August 19, 2012 at 3:16 pmYou and "Ad" did a great job! Very sophisticated space!
Interior Design Musings says
August 19, 2012 at 6:18 pmSuch a great job on this one, Mary Ann! Love the new peaceful wall color. I think it feels so much more conducive to focusing on a project. Also adore the asymmetrical artwork grouping – totally working for me! M.
StagerLinda says
August 19, 2012 at 6:25 pmEvery detail looks great. It's a practical and beautiful.
marie says
August 19, 2012 at 6:47 pmI am drooling! I had to pull my teenage son's away from the Dew Tour they are watching to come check out this gorgeous den! After all, I look at their incredible video clips and insane tricks all the time, so pay mama back, sons….Thanks for the inspiration!
Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home} says
August 19, 2012 at 7:07 pmWhat a wonderful work/relax space! I truly love that rug and chair/ottoman. Ad did a great job putting it all together too!
Cote de Texas says
August 20, 2012 at 4:17 amso cute!!! love the new office!! i can't wait to use my bobbin chairs for my client!
Barren @ Clinton apartments says
August 20, 2012 at 6:15 amI juts love the entire way wherein the apartment has been designed it loooks pretty awesome to get in such apartments.
Gail says
August 20, 2012 at 2:10 pmWonderful job Mary Ann! What a difference and now such a great space to work and relax in. Love the desk and the bobbin chair and ottoman and the custom shelves are perfect.
Teresa at Splendid Sass says
August 20, 2012 at 5:18 pmMary Ann, you are so talented. Beautiful work! Inspiration here for sure.
Happy Monday.
Teresa
xoxo
l o v e l y t h i n g s says
August 21, 2012 at 2:19 amMary Ann,
Beautiful work! I'm sure your clients love to work with you…especially with your results. I love the rug!
xo
annie
designchic says
August 21, 2012 at 1:44 pmIt looks amazing, Mary Ann and love the bobbin chair added in the office!!
Elizabeth and Gary says
August 21, 2012 at 5:41 pmHi Mary Ann,
What a wonderful room plan, everything turned out splendidly! I love the desk.
I also keep my cords in a basket under my home office desk. The rug is beautiful I adore the shades of blue.
Have a sweet day, Elizabeth
René says
August 21, 2012 at 8:08 pmThat desk is a great piece! Very nice workspace Mary Ann!
Carolyn@Sweet Chaos says
August 22, 2012 at 2:23 amLooks fabulous!
A Delightful Design says
August 22, 2012 at 1:00 pmBeautiful! I love how spacious the desk is and how you styled the details. I just love everything you do! 🙂
Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com says
August 23, 2012 at 4:40 amThis space is perfect! I'm featuring you on Saturday. Can't wait to see what you share at It's Overflowing's next party! XO, Aimee
Jessie says
August 23, 2012 at 7:10 pmI love her gorgeous office space! There are so many pieces to love, the shelves and the blue rug especially are my favorites! Well done!
Jessie
http://www.mixandchic.com
Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says
August 26, 2012 at 9:03 pmGorgeous room!!! Everything fits just perfectly in the space!
Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home says
August 12, 2013 at 11:20 pmLove this room. The desk and side chair with ottoman is wonderful!
Blessings,
Cindy