BEFORE + AFTER - CLIENT COSMETIC UPDATE

I have the most darling client, who bought a new home up Emigration Canyon and wanted to do some initial cosmetic updates to the home, but weren't in a position to do a complete overhaul. With her budget she wanted:
- refinished floors
- new stair runner
- new lighting in dining, kitchen, and entry
- cabinetry painted
- new countertops and backsplash
- new hardware on kitchen cabinets

She did a lot of the work herself, but collaborated with me on paint colors, materials used, and floor stain, as well as contractor referrals. She just sent me the pictures of her home and I was so excited about the transformation I had to share!

KITCHEN:

before: light wood floors, oak cabinets, granite countertop and backsplash

after: light gray painted cabinets in Sherwin Williams Gray Clouds, scalloped carrara marble backsplash, Restoration Hardware glass knobs, and Cambria Torquay Countertops, dark-stained wood floors to add contrast. Eventually she will have the Serena & Lily barstools I love so much at the bar (those will really finish off the space)

FAMILY ROOM:

before: oak cabinets, oil rubbed bronze hardware, cafe curtains

after: Sherwin Williams Gray Cloud painted cabinets, RH glass knobs, tore out carpet and added wood floors, and she kept the original paint for now

ENTRY:

before: light oak banister and stairs, beige carpet runner

 after: painted white stairs and banister legs, darker stained railing, new carpet runner, new Marigot chandelier from Visual Comfort, she kept the original tile and wall color for now

DINING: 

Restoration Hardware Monastery Round Table, she sourced the chairs, curtains, and light herself with a little direction Overstock Bamboo Chairs, Louis Chairs, and the striped curtains (super cute, right?), and Shades of Light Caged Light. Rugs are on their way...

The project isn't completed yet, but we are almost there. And can I say quickly how much I love my job because of the people I get to work with? This client is the epitome of southern charm. She has a slight southern accent that I could listen to for days, and is beautiful and sweet. I get so sad when my projects finish up because that means I don't get to see my clients as much any more. Maybe I should start a book group with all my clients so I have an excuse to keep seeing them? What do you think?!

Hope you enjoyed these before + after photos. And I also hope this helped you see that with just cosmetic updates how much more enjoyable a home can be. And the best part - now this home reflects her beautiful personality.

SERENA & LILY RIVIERA CHAIR - TRIED + TRUE TUESDAY

SERENA & LILY RIVIERA SIDE CHAIR

This family-friendly bistro chair from Serena & Lily is the perfect choice for your casual dining area. Read on to see our full review!

THE STATS: Made of rattan (wood) and woven plastic, this chair is extra durable and comfortable. These chairs are reasonably priced @ $245 for 1 chair, and $225 for 2 or more. 19" W x 23" D x 35.5" H. They can even be used outdoors! (although they say to keep them out of inclement weather)
Comes in 2 other colors:

RIVIERA CHAIR IN DANDELION

RIVIERA CHAIR IN MUSHROOM

RIVIERA SIDE CHAIR IN CLIENT'S HOME

OUR REVIEW: +++ (out of 3). I bought these for a client's dining area and when they arrived (very quickly, I may add) we were so happy with them! My client had ordered these through me after buying wicker chairs from Pier 1 that were less than stellar chairs with the kiddos (one of the chairs had a hole in the wicker after a week!). So we decided it was worth it to spend a little more money and get these chairs and they are definitely worth every dime.

The woven plastic is perfect for spills, and the construction is really solid - her kids have stood on them, spilled on them, and tipped them over with no breaks or problems. And the best part in my opinion is how cute they are! We ordered them in the Navy (my fav color), but the other colors are really nice as well.

I highly recommend this chair to anyone - especially families with young children.

Do you own these chairs? What do you think about the Riviera chair?