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Design Plan | Lauren’s Contemporary Cottage

Before we left California, I met Lauren through one of my Craigslist furniture sales. I wasn’t looking for any clients at the time, but she was super sweet and her house was so cute, I had to do it! Plus, a while ago, she pinned our old bedroom, so it was kinda meant to be.

I finished up the plan a few weeks ago and never shared, here it is!

Living room now:

Living room plan:

pinterest |  burlap and lace | pinterest  | the hunted interior 

The entry is connected to the living room, so to make the most of it I suggested creating board and batten molding with coat hooks. There is also built ins next to the door, so a deep charcoal trellis stencil would help them stand out. 
I adjusted the space planning using their existing sofas, but turned it towards the back wall so that the entry and living room would be a little more defined. Lauren wants to find a faux fireplace, and I instantly thought of the hunted interiors stacked logs. To help the TV blend in I suggested building a gallery wall around it, similar to burlap and lace’s TV area.

Sunroom, now:

I fell in love with this room right away. It’s a finished garage but the roof line and the french door really make this place special! 
Sunroom plan:
By the french door, I suggested putting a rattan hanging chair – perfect for reading! For storage, two long buffets against the long wall (similar to Young House Love’s) Lauren and her husband need something with taller storage, so this would be a good option. The seating area on the back wall was created with their existing sofa (I swapped the legs) and two caned chairs that Lauren just purchased from a friend. 

To help camouflage the washer and dryer, I turned them the other direction and placed screen.

 Bedroom now:

Since the bedroom was so tiny, there was only one place to place the bed. Since it would have to block part of the window, I suggested an open iron headboard so that it would still feel open.

the hunted interior | pinterest | haskel harris 

To balance the off center window and bed, I suggested creating an asymmetrical gallery wall similar to the hunted interior. For bedding, a mix of black and white pattern with a pop of coral mixed with natural elements. 
Guest room, now:
Used as a spare room, there needed to be room for an air mattress and still function as a dressing room. 
Guest room, plan: 

This was such a fun space to work on. I can’t wait to see the space finished! I’ll be sure to share as Lauren completes the spaces. 
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ps, I’m still wifi free, something about them not having the address on file, so they need to come verify first … grrr … going to stop in for the third time since Wednesday today. Hopefully they figure it out asap! 

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  1. Cathy Wall says

    November 19, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    Wow! What a fun plan, lots of great ideas and the aesthetic is terrific. Can't wait to see how it all comes together!!

    Reply
  2. Erin says

    November 19, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    amazing. can you share where you found the coral trimmed pillow shams?

    Reply
  3. Julia Konya says

    November 19, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    You are solo good! I'd love to see the actual AFTER photos.

    Reply
  4. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch Reno says

    November 19, 2013 at 5:24 pm

    This is AMAZING! I have to ask…what is the drapery panel fabric you found for the guest room? It'd be awesome for some panels in our living/dining room!! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says

    November 19, 2013 at 6:35 pm

    love the plans and i hope she shares pictures after!

    Reply
  6. Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home says

    November 19, 2013 at 6:57 pm

    Great ideas! I am recently obsessed with hanging chairs. Pretty color palettes too!

    Reply
  7. House Envy says

    November 19, 2013 at 8:27 pm

    I love the palette and layout you put together. this house is so charming. Can't wait to see the reveal!

    Reply
  8. Minnie Burger says

    November 19, 2013 at 11:03 pm

    I can't wait to see the porch!

    Reply
  9. Elisa of Fancy Free Me says

    November 20, 2013 at 1:32 am

    Love the plans! Small spaces are tough and you aced it. I'm excited to see it all finished too!

    Reply
  10. Kristin@bliss-athome.com says

    November 20, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    Great designs Sarah 🙂 Love that bedroom! xo Kristin

    Reply
  11. Lindsey T says

    November 20, 2013 at 11:28 pm

    great design plan! what program do you use for your plans/renderings? help a fellow designer out!? 😉

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      November 20, 2013 at 11:39 pm

      Hi Lindsey! I use floorplanner and sketch up 🙂

      Reply
  12. Jesse @ Scout & Nimble says

    November 22, 2013 at 1:30 pm

    All the designs are gorgeous Sarah! You did an AMAZING job!!! Hope you get the living situation all figured out, too! 😉

    Reply
  13. Whitney says

    December 2, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    Hi Sarah! I found you through Eileen Beaver and I love your style! I wanted to ask what program you use for client projects? I am in the market for one and am asking around to see what people use and like. Thanks Sarah!

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    • Sarah says

      December 2, 2013 at 1:48 pm

      Hi Whitney! I use floorplanner for the floor plans and Photoshop for the moodboards 🙂

      Reply
    • Sarah says

      December 2, 2013 at 1:49 pm

      and sketchup for the 3D drawings

      Reply

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