Game and theater/media rooms are the perfect place in design projects to really focus on what causes excitement within a family and how they enjoy entertaining themselves, friends and business associates alike. 

As we toured this 3 level house, located on a private lake in North Texas, at the bottom of the stairwell we rounded the corner to a massive open concept entertainment area.  There was room for a pool and poker table, multiple seating for the theater screen, a spacious kitchen with bar and easy access to the great outdoors.

Only one problem, the room was decorated in red and these new homeowners along with all the family are huge Dallas Cowboys fans.  In fact, the new purpose of this room would be to specifically entertain their friends and family before heading to or coming back from their personal suite at the new stadium.  The red had to go.

Here’s a look at the finished project and some before pics as well:

The new kitchen, with its beautiful metallic silver paint:

And before:

We removed fabric from the walls, changed everything from floor to ceiling.  The new carpet with its hints of silver, combined with black electric theater seats (check out those cool lights), a new blue felt cover on the pool table slate, updated poker table/chairs and beautiful curtains that open and close with the touch of a button. 

Here’s the kitchen before:

What a difference some metallic paint will make to cabinets, especially in fun areas like a game room.  Of course, we updated the seating and accessorized the glass front displays will all things blue and silver.

With the finishing touches of a few classic Dallas Cowboys signed jerseys, helmets and a collection of framed fan favorite game tickets and photos…the room was a touchdown of epic proportions.

Recently, a client asked that we update her formal dining room.  She’s more laid back, informal, and enjoys color.  The existing dining space was gray, a little too contemporary and overall “blah” from her perspective. 

The client wanted a space that her kids, grandkids and many friends could enjoy, without feeling out of place or overwhelmed.  Yet, the room is in the entry of the home and still needed to have a touch of formality.  Here’s the result of our collaboration.

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Call it the Entry or the Foyer.  Either way, this area of one’s home could be considered the most vital from a guest’s perspective.  It is here that a designer sets the vision for the remaining interior spaces.  The old saying, “first impressions…” works perfectly in this scenario. 

Recently, while coming up with an overall design plan for a client’s vacation home, we realized that this particular entry had to not only be beautiful…but, it had to “WOW.”  So, we commissioned an artist to paint an 8′ x 10′ canvas with a Tuscany scene….

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One of our favorite, go-to, furniture manufacturers just happens to be a local, Dallas based, family owned company.  Which makes our relationship that much more enjoyable and practical.  Massoud Furniture, established in 1963, is used by interior designers and decorators when value as well as fine furnishings quality is a requirement for their upholstery needs.

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Successful family gatherings are almost always centered around something to eat.  Now, as fall is just around the corner, it is the perfect time to consider updating your dining room and kitchen for those memorable and exciting holiday dinners. 

When considering the interior design of these areas, as with all others, it is so important not to forget any layers of the overall plan.  These include rugs, the table and chairs, buffets or servers, lighting, wall color/texture, artwork, accessories and most importantly custom drapery.  The fabrics in a room make all the difference in comfort and style.

Cynthia Hammersley

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Normally, one does not think of the coast when pondering Dallas, Texas design.  Most interiors around the Metroplex are adapted for in-land living.  And, given that we are in the heart of “Tuscan, Old-World” land….lighter colors, softer fabrics, laid-back coastal living could be hard to come by.

 But…never say never. 

 Clients, Michael & Susan were vacationing and relaxing on an east coast island a few months ago, perusing Dallas interior decorator websites….when fate took hold.  Landing on our www.wesley-wayne.com site, they reached out to us and requested a meeting upon their return.

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The summer 2011 Dallas Home Furnishings market has begun and we’re very excited to see all the new furniture, art, rugs, accessories, and so much more.  Every market brings the extraordinary opportunity to expand our design direction.  With these everchanging styles, it additionally presents the ability to broaden our clients’ perspective on decorating themes and standards.

We would love to share a few of our favorite finds at this summer market.  From a fresh look at colors, to a fresh look at the Texas Longhorn, from gaming tables to cocktail tables, we’re inspired and hope you will be too.

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We were recently elated to hear that our Dallas, Texas design firm was chosen by a Toronto, Canada based real estate investment group to help complete their two luxury condominiums in the award winning Icon Vallarta development.

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Design inspiration comes from various sources.  It may be an object, something in nature, a color or just a fleeting thought that transforms into a plan.  But, sometimes, even designers are inspired by their peers and by pictures of projects they’ve completed.

Recently, House Beautiful, selected 55 of their favorite living rooms from past publications.  There was a broad range of style, furnishings, colors, fabrics and design theories.  However, the one compelling similarity that we see, is each project was complete.  The client allowed the designer to “go all the way.” 

We were inspired by 10 of these awesome rooms.  Take a look…we think you’ll agree that truly completing the project makes all the difference.  

Suzanne Tucker

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Take a look at these before & after pics, starting with the kitchen.  Notice previously there was a very simple wood header over the stove and an average island light fixture.  Now check out the awesome cast plaster range hood that melds perfectly with the original cabinets.  Then of course, we added a little bling in the form of a Swarovski crystal chandelier.

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