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.

Getting here was no easy task and took many talented people.  First the wall finishes, papers & paint colors had to go.  We replaced gray with a very soft, inviting taupe, replaced angular fabric inserts with a faux stone application and changed the very white columns to look like real marble.  Here’s a before and a during shot.

Once those solid surface changes were made, it was time for decorating to begin.  As with most projects, the window treatments would be first to go.  We really wanted to infuse color and a bit of formality with the custom draperies. 

After drapes, and using the clients own dining table, we changed seat cushion fabrics and added a beautiful handknotted rug.  Wall sconces and the chandalier with crystals were changed to gorgeous iron fixtures, more fitting to the scale and new style of the room.  Resulting in this awesome installation.

A closer look at this incredibly beautiful fabric:

And here is what the window treatment looked like before this transformation started. 

Though still beautiful, the client wanted change to this interior space and hopefully you’ll agree the results would make any designer and homeowner proud.

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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We recently returned from the beautiful Mexican Riviera Maya and its so hard to get that relaxed, spa feeling out of our heads.  As usual, we stayed at our favorite resort, pictured here.

Resort and Spa

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