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Big Reveal #2

Lisa Moody — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 05:06:06 +0000

This is where the dramatic change was. We took out a hallways that held the laundry, entrance to the bathroom, and a door to outside. We eliminated the door altogether, as it wasn’t used frequently. The laundry was moved into the enormous bathroom, and the entrance to the bathroom was moved around the corner. I knew all along a white kitchen was just what we needed to brighten and bring life to the space. It also was a great backdrop for the nautical theme. There is no store on the island, so there is lots of groceries for a long visit and two fridges fit perfectly in between two supporting posts. All the lighting is from Pottery Barn. The cabinets are custom made. The harware is from Rona. The corbels on the island are from Homesense. The bar stools were a great find. I had tried to get some vintage stools and have them painted, but they were no where to be found. After looking at some very expensive choices, I found these at Zellers, 2 for $50, and then I had them painted. The kitchen table and chairs were existing. I’d like to add a bamboo blind on the window above the sink, and maybe some vintage signs on the header above the fridges and stove. Other than that, its time to sit back, relax and enjoy. Stay tuned for the remaining rooms to be revealed in a couple of weeks.

BEFORE

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

The Big Reveal!

Lisa Moody — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:56:27 +0000

I am so very proud of this project. Its a cottage on Keats Island. Designing a cottage on a island presents some logistical difficulties and delays, but I am here to say, “It is done… almost!” The room below is very close… just missing 1 lamp behind the chair. I was tied into using navys and a warm colour scheme because of the pieces that had to stay. But I was so pleased to find the stores beginning to over flow with red and navy accessories – it was good timing. I got much inspiration from Pottery Barn’s spring/summer catalogues. I knew I was on the right track. The new sofa, love and chair and a half were from Stylus. We had an antique bookshelf and side table sprayed, a bench that will serve as a toy box re-stained and the ottoman reupholstered in a remnant fabric from the local fabric store. The pillows are a collection of pre-existing, IKEA, Restoration Hardware and custom made. The girls got what they wished for in the new kitchen (check back for that reveal), so the boys got their ridiculously large tv and sound system for their sports. I guess it is their holiday too! The TV stand was from Homesense. I searched high and low for the perfect area rug and ended up with one from Costco! It is the softest rug I have ever felt, and a great price too! The old “odd” windows were replaced with more contemporary square ones along the top of the wall. They offer light on that side of the room without compromising the privacy. The carpet was replaced with very realistic wood looking vinyl plank flooring that will not be damaged by sun, salt or sand! I hope you like it!

BEFORE

A few of my favorite elements: fun pillows, a red lantern and a great collection of sea glass.

A few of my favorite rooms….

Lisa Moody — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 02:46:57 +0000

I love the use of colour in these rooms. I’m a big fan of a white room, but I think it is a great background for pops of colour. It just allows the colour to be the focus. Enjoy….

This kitchen just makes me happy! What fun.

Ahhh… my kids would have this room turned upside down in minutes! You always love what you can’t have I think what make this room so special, beside the stunning sofa, is the layering of textures, pattern and colour.

Classy Contemporary – thats my name for this room.

I love the colour scheme in this room. Red and black is such a classic, but the turquoise puts it over the top!

WOW – what can I say. I want to live here…. in this room…. forever! Its not white, but neutrall and oh so warm. Again, layering the textured neutrals and eclectic furniture.

DIY

Lisa Moody — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:33:50 +0000

I used to be a big “do it yourselfer”, but as I’ve added kids to my family I’ve found I just don’t have the time. However in recent weeks I’ve been trying to finish off the cottage at Keats, and if I didn’t step up and do some things myself, it just wasn’t going to get done. (Stay tuned for more on the cottage at Keats!) How hard could staining a bench be? I can tell you its not as easy as you might think! Stain is a tricky thing! But I’ve always enjoyed “easy” re-upholstery. Recovering the seats of a chair or a simple stool like the one pictured above is a snap. I found a patchwork fabric on sale and simply stapled it onto the stool. It took about a half hour! Now the ideal seat for playing cards around the coffee table is perfect for the cottage by the sea.

Just my Style….

Lisa Moody — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:16:48 +0000

I love my job! I get to design spaces in so many different styles. Everyone has different tastes, and I get to make their dream spaces into reality. The things about this master suite that was so much fun was that it was very much what I would have in my own home.

New House Decor

Lisa Moody — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 23:33:33 +0000

I was so happy to be able to help my dear friends furnish their beautiful new home. Their soothing blue/green and brown scheme was the perfect compliment to their outdoor surroundings. Backing onto the trails of Bedford Landing in Fort Langley their new home is placed in this “ideal” community. We were working with mostly a blank slate except for the dining room suite where we had the chairs recovered. Everything else was new. We purchased much of the furniture from Stylus, AP Industries, Style in Form, Cheyanne Millwork & Urban Barn. All built to withstand teenagers as their kids grow older. I wish them every happiness in their new home.

Latest Project

Lisa Moody — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:06:12 +0000

I apologize for the delay in posting. The lazy days of summer are gone, and the crazy days of fall are here! But there are new and exciting things happening for Grapevine Designs. One of them being the completion of a project. This basement bath went from dated to delightful. The all white scheme is so refreshing. The addition of the unexpected navy and yellow accents brings this room to life. It goes to show you that there is no such thing as out of date colours. (Although the jury may still be out on peach and mint!) But I believe it is all about the application. To increase the “visual” size of this room we added frameless glass to the shower and wrapped it around the corner. The room appears larger, and you don’t feel like you are showering in a cave. The pebble floor of the shower feels spa-like under foot.
I’d love to hear your thoughts. And hopefully I won’t be absent from my blog for so long this time!

White on White

Lisa Moody — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 03:49:44 +0000

My husband would say, “white is the new grey which was the new brown which was the new black”. Its true that white is the latest big trend in interior design. It is by no means new, but it has become mainstream – “everybody’s doing it”. White interiors are fresh and inviting. White can be paired with anything. Add bright citrus colours, pale pastels, nautical red and blue or anything in between. This scheme is not for the faint of heart! I’ve been told that white slip covers are great because they can be regularily washed and bleached, and they come out like new! (Although I can’t convince my family of this). Its the rest of the white that would worry me with my little ones.>
The rooms featured here are from Atlanta Homes Magazine. The scheme is very monochromatic, bringing colour in mostly in the wood tones of the floor, furniture and beams. Notice the custom octogonal panelled walls of the living room. They open up to a bar, television and even a hidden door. The kitchen looks like every (design savy) cooks dream! I love that the cabinets go right to the ceiling and the complimentary hardware and paint/wood finishes. Notice the French inspired islands: one for prep, and one for pastry. One of the reasons I loved these rooms were for the Oly Studio pieces that are featured: The mirrored side board with white fretwork in the living room, and the round resin coffee table in the screened porch. I just saw the coffee table featured in another article. The owners said that the coffee table is very practical, and confessed that they pressure washed smushed banana out of it right before the photo shoot!
Oly Studio will soon be available through Grapevine Designs, so stay tuned!

Capri Blue

Lisa Moody — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:06:28 +0000

I want to introduce to you a line of jewelry that I you can get right here at Grapevine Designs! You can take a look at what I have in stock, or take a gander through their Capri Blue website, and I can have something specially made. Her designs make great gifts, and could add a lovely sparkle to your own jewelry collection! Also, stay tuned for an in-house shopping event featuring Carpi Blue.

Delightful Nursery

Lisa Moody — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:29:02 +0000

I couldn’t help but feature this delightful nursery. It belongs to Ashley Campbell of Ashley Ann Photography. Along with the colourful and playful pallette, what makes this room so great is the things that mean something to her and her family. Many of her family member have contributed something to make this room special, and Ashley has included numerous things passed down from her Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Fortunate for Ashley, her family seem to have a good sense of style! But it shows you that you don’t have to break the bank to create a wonderful room to look at and live in.
She create the bed out of 2 pallets, and added cool wheels. Her husband was nice enough to let her tear out good carpet to put in white painted floors. If only I could be so lucky.
I know you are all wondering where she got her arrangement of paper lanterns! She made it herself from laterns she bought from WallMart in their Martha Stewart Collection. It might be a USA thing…
Hopefully this room inspires you as it did me. Thanks Ashley for sharing!