They say, ‘variety is the spice of life’.  That’s definitely true.  In our case, variety is in the “space” as well.  Working in so many different homes and businesses and with such a wide variety of clients, we get to help solve decorating dilemmas in all sorts of spaces.   No matter what, every project, space and budget is as different as the clients who hire us.

While some designers may specialize in a particular style, most are familiar with and work to create many different looks depending on their client’s individual taste.  And while there’s a big difference between mid-century modern and modern farmhouse, for example, the fundamentals of good design apply regardless of a particular decorating style.

We’ve been busy adding the finishing touches on so many jobs lately, there hasn’t been much time to share or post.   So, we thought we’d share some Before & After pics of a few of them to prove that variety truly is the spice and space of life, especially around here.

BARRINGTON, ILLINOIS:

In this Great Room, we were asked to help this growing family find the balance between form and function to help create a living space that was not only pretty, but suited to an active family as well.

GREAT ROOM BEFORE

GREAT ROOM AFTER

ELGIN, ILLINOIS:

We were delighted to be asked back to help a former client re-furnish and finish the sitting area and dining space in this townhome.  New paint and refinished flooring, from our previous work together, helped set the stage to finish these two spaces.

TOWNHOME LIVING DINING BEFORE

TOWNHOME LIVING DINING AFTER

CARY, ILLINOIS:

A few finishing touches were all that were needed to take this beautiful, midcentury inspired Family Room from better to best.

MIDCENTURY FAMILY ROOM BEFORE

MIDCENTURY FAMILY ROOM AFTER

BARRINGTON, ILLINOIS

Our clients and their families grow and change over the years.  It’s fun to help them evolve their space to fit their needs as time passes.  This upstairs Bedroom, we once helped turn into an Office, is now needed as the Nursery for this repeat client’s new arrival.

BEDROOM BEFORE

BEDROOM OFFICE AFTER

BEDROOM NURSERY AFTER

CRYSTAL LAKE, ILLINOIS

This client needed help furnishing and decorating her entire home after a recent move to town.  The recently renovated spaces provided a perfect backdrop.  Essentially starting from scratch, we added new furnishings and every little detail  to transform this house into a home.

GREAT ROOM BEFORE

GREAT ROOM AFTER

OWNERS BEDROOM BEFORE

OWNERS BEDROOM AFTER

GUEST BEDROOM BEFORE

GUEST BEDROOM AFTER

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS:

Making over the entire first floor, from fresh paint to refinished hardwood floors then adding new furniture and decor, is a daunting task for anyone.  Helping do just that in this home’s Dining, Living and Family rooms was our challenge accepted.

DINING ROOM BEFORE

DINING ROOM AFTER

LIVING ROOM BEFORE

LIVING ROOM AFTER

FAMILY ROOM BEFORE

FAMILY ROOM AFTER

As you can see, no matter the style or the space, decorating variety is what keeps things interesting.  Variety adds spice to our workday lives and helps us grow as decorators.  Every space and experience makes us better at what we do and we love doing it!

If it’s time to spice up your own decor, give us a call!   815-245-2433.

HAPPY DECORATING