Designing my client’s first home on a budget

A client of mine just purchased her first home. With a limited budget, and a dream of a comfortable, inviting, and peaceful space, the client wanted a place to come home to…

I went to work, determined to create a home for my client with all that she desired. The end result was just perfect for my client, who was so very pleased!

Here is the space before:

Now take a look at my client’s new home! The accessories are still in storage, and I will have to go back, to style the space and to finish the bedroom, but I could not wait to show you the work in progress 🙂

This is the entryway:

Here are the office area and dining room:

This is the living room. Notice the crown molding added to the bookcases to create a built-in look:

In the entryway:

• Half-moon table from Amazon.com
• Sun mirror and mask belong to the client
• Shoe trays and wall hooks are from World Market–the pebbles are from the aquarium store 🙂

In the office area:

• Desk and white chairs are from Ikea
• Vase from World Market
• Art work and lamp belong to the client

Dining room:

• Table, chairs, and china cabinet are from Ikea
• Curtain rods and finials are from Ikea
• Drapes and chandelier are from Pottery Barn
• Art work and glasses belong to the client

Living room:

• Sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and side table are from Ikea
• Cushions and side chair are from World Market
• Bookshelves are from Ikea
• Fireplace is from Overstock.com