Words by Meghan Craig | Photos by Nate Sheets
A family room gets a sophisticated update that balances mid-century style with natural, handmade and artistic updates.
hen it was time to renovate this 1950s ranch in Armour Fields, Kristyn Iman of Design Spout made sure every detail was tailored to the homeowners: a busy couple, their high school senior and their sweet rescue dog, Sunny.
The family room “is the hub of our house,” says homeowner Anne Post.
Because the family spends most of their time here, the coffee tables needed to fill the space, and be durable and usable. Two 43-inch-square coffee tables made of recycled and reclaimed timbers fit the bill.
“I love to use materials in their most natural form—these timbers have a water-based clear lacquer but otherwise show all of their original character,” Iman says.
The homeowners’ late dog, Rooney, had helped test all the fabrics in the home by making sure every chair and sofa was comfortable enough for his afternoon nap. The homeowners look back fondly on his involvement in the renovation process. The sofa fabric is a pet-friendly warm gray and the rug is a cooler blue-gray.
The family room transitions seamlessly to the front room, which was designed to feel welcoming and functional. Mohair lounge chairs from Maiden Home frame the large picture window, and various keepsakes and books fill the shelves, adding personal touches and points of interest. The president statues, bookends and other decor are from Bella Patina, and a Katherine Moes pitcher is featured on the shelves. The large bronzed-black plant vessel by local artist Erica Iman adds a unique statement piece to the room.
The dining room is a statement in itself, with pops of color against a moody blue backdrop.
The shelving in the front room reflects the deep blue of the dining room, which is used for family meals and holiday gatherings.
Another room that utilizes gorgeous pops of blue is the primary bath. The mid-century look continues here, with the custom vanity in whitewashed oak with large stainless knobs. The custom mirror frame was designed to hold the linear lights and match the vanity. Both the vanity and mirror frame were designed by Design Spout and fabricated by Materia Custom. The soft Caesarstone counter with integrated sink was designed by Design Spout and fabricated by Dimensional Stoneworks, and the lidded vessels on the counter are by Katherine Moes. Shelves line the wall to the left of the mirror, offering power outlets and bonus storage.
Interior Designer: Design Spout, @designspout
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