Subtle Eclectic | Palmyra, NJ
After living in the area for over 30 years, these empty nesters felt that it was time for an update. Much of the design was built around treasured items, collected over world travels, that they wanted to display. One of our goals was to display these items without over-cluttering. These pieces are displayed in a glass vitrine cabinet, adjacent to the cased opening leading into the dining room—featuring a beautiful baby grand piano. Another display cabinet in a mid-toned wood with a handwoven natural rattan accent is placed between the front door and window.
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The space is full of saturated tones, balanced by warm gray walls and a neutral-toned sofa and accent chair.
Filtered lighting comes through roman shades and accent lights are dotted throughout the room. Some lamps are statement pieces, while the arc lamp is perfect for reading and showcasing our client’s collection in the vitrine cabinet.
The result is a cozy, eclectic space that doesn’t feel overly fussy or cluttered.
We knew we wanted to update our living room and do a kitchen renovation, but for the living room, in particular, were very frustrated by the process of trying to pull together a new look ourselves without design skill or knowledge of products that were available.
Shila's deeply developed knowledge and esthetic sense made the difference between a nice kitchen and living room, and spectacular ones! In addition, she helped us work within our budget for the entire project.
It was wonderful being able to share with Shila our dreams, current, and imagined, future lifestyle, then have her translate that into a concrete plan with furniture and accessory options and kitchen treatments, and finally to buy them and see the final results when the project was completed. Everyone who comes into our house raves about it!
- Karen + Nick Hendershot
Kitchen Renovation
As a Boutique Consultation client, we reviewed the architectural drawings and provided overall direction on this project. The first thing we recommended was implementing under-cabinet lighting, which is often forgotten during kitchen renovations. We also consulted on the materials and finishes for the space. We suggested a dark countertop to contrast the fresh white countertops. Warmth and detail was added through a crackle finish subway tile with a slight green undertone.
Elements like the brick chimney were uncovered, and the client decided to save a remnant of wallpaper still present on this element—telling a bit of the history of this home.
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