Lalo Salon
In the last four years, this salon has successfully grown to a point where they were busting at the seams. They needed to expand the space to accommodate more stylists and clients a well as a more functional makeup station.
Lalo Salon
Chesterfield, MO
Designer
Jennifer Chapman
Photographer
Karen Palmer
In the last four years, this salon has successfully grown to a point where they were busting at the seams. They needed to expand the space to accommodate more stylists and clients a well as a more functional makeup station.
When they opened the salon, they only built out a portion of the space to accommodate their needs at the time, with the hope that they would eventually need to build out the remaining portion. While this portion of the space was technically finished- it was basically an empty shell ready for design and finishes. We needed to connect these spaces with a common theme so that it felt like one cohesive space, but we also wanted to change up the design a bit to address some of the things that were just not working for them on the other side of the salon.
There were three main things that they wanted to improve on- the amount of counterspace, the amount of storage, and the quality of lighting. We wanted to use the same reclaimed wood they had on the other side so we worked with the original fabricator, Reclaim Renew, to create the cabinetry, wall cladding and even the metal countertops and metal frames for the mirrors.
The 28' long metal countertop is a showstopper, but it also makes the space feel much larger and it gives the stylists the counterspace they were looking for. The reclaimed wood cabinets provide more ample storage and each has a tilt-out to hold their styling tools. When designing the metal framed mirrors, we decided to hold them off the wall to create some dimension to this long, linear space. The metal legs seem to run right through the countertops to the floor, which helps to ground the dark metal frames.
The small reclaimed wood shelves underneath the countertop provide clients with a place to plug in their phones and set their belongings. We added a custom framed wood make-up mirror with plenty of front facing lighting as well. We added both pendant lighting and recessed lighting at each station to provide them with adequate lighting. In addition, we added some additional track lighting down the main pathway. We created a recessed wall niche with matching reclaimed wood cladding to hold hair products. This keeps the countertops much less cluttered.
Overall, we achieved the rustic, industrial feel of the other side and were able to address the stylist's needs in a creative way. The space feels warm and inviting- just the space to pamper yourself!
Beautiful Master Bathroom
Our client was looking for something different with a touch of whimsy! We added dark, masculine, cabinetry for him and bubble tile for her.
Beautiful Master Bathroom
Missouri, 2018
DESIGNER:
Rochelle McAvin
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Karen Palmer Photography
Our clients were looking for more space for their growing family. We added a master suite addition complete with home office, master bedroom, his and her closets, and a beautiful master bathroom.
She was looking for something different with a touch of whimsy! We added dark, masculine, cabinetry for him and bubble tile for her.
The floor tile includes an inlay and the shower is complete with three massaging body sprays.
The ceiling fan has retractable blades that disappear when the fan is off, leaving a crystal chandelier overhead.
We thought of every detail in the new space including custom closets.
Rustic Entertaining Space
We added more storage by adding two new closets, one of which we closed off with a set of custom wood barn doors. The white built-in cabinetry was replaced with dark wood cabinets , floating shelves, and a quartz top. We added a beverage cooler beneath the countertops - ideal for entertaining! The homeowners can now enjoy the space as a family or when spending time with friends!
Rustic Entertaining Space
Missouri, 2018
DESIGNER:
Jennifer Chapman
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Karen Palmer Photography
Our clients were ready for a complete transformation of their 1980's basement. Not only were they ready for an updated look to match the rest of their home, but also a change in the way the space functioned. It was time to get rid of kids' toys and make way for a more inviting space to entertain friends and family of all ages. We replaced the existing dated berber carpet with a beautiful, rustic wood-look Luxury Vinyl Tile. One of our carpenters fabricated all of the custom wood pieces in the space, including a long bar top for people to perch, set a drink and either watch tv or enjoy a game of pool. We gave the fireplace a facelift by changing out the shiny brass fireplace doors with a modern rustic set of doors in oil rubbed bronze. We replaced the traditional, white mantel with a wood beam and added rustic wood wall cladding above as a design feature. We added more storage by adding two new closets, one of which we closed off with a set of custom wood barn doors. The white built-in cabinetry was replaced with dark wood cabinets, floating shelves, and a quartz top. We added a beverage cooler beneath the countertops - ideal for entertaining! The homeowners can now enjoy the space as a family or when spending time with friends!
Rustic Basement Retreat
The homeowner's wanted their basement to be the ultimate space to entertain family and friends as well as a cozy retreat after a long day.
Rustic Basement Retreat
The homeowner's wanted their basement to be the ultimate space to entertain family and friends as well as a cozy retreat after a long day. This space includes a full-service bar, gas fireplace, and game area. Even the smallest details were paid attention-including pipe supports on the bar tops, custom industrial table, and rustic wood sliding barn doors.
2016
Wentzville, Missouri
Designer:
Jennifer Chapman
Photographer:
Karen Palmer Photography