Last week I let you guys into the Murphy’s Breakfast Room
where they share many meals together as a family. Today we are going to see the Family Room...where the family gathers to
relax, watch TV and just kick back and unwind. While it needed
to exhibit a sense of style they do want to LIVE in this space…not just have a
pretty room to look at! And with 3
small children and a precious little dog this room needed to be casual and
comfortable with surfaces that can hold up to their every day life without
spending a million dollars.
Here are a few pictures of the room BEFORE when it was empty
and bare.
It definitely needed some design and décor love! Beginning with the large pieces of
furniture they selected a light, neutral sectional, which contrasts well with
their dark wood floors. It is
perfect for the entire family to cuddle up together and watch a movie! Although the sofa is large and provides
a lot of seating they wanted some comfortable chairs in the room as well so we
went with some linen wingbacks.
Since this space is open to the Kitchen and Breakfast Room (see here) we decided on a color scheme of neutrals…gray, ivory and
linen. Shocking I know! But we also added some accents and pops
of navy and gold. I love using
navy as an accent color because it goes with everything. When she wants to change things during any season it will work with it all. White in the winter and coral in the summer! I love the texture the gold, beaded pillows add to the
space. And the navy pillows are
from StudioPillows…not only are the patterns fabulous but Karis was amazing to
work with!
A striking, gold sunburst mirror brings attention to the
cast stone fireplace. The
remaining fireplace décor is understated so the focus is kept on the fireplace
and mirror.
Using an ottoman as the coffee table is the perfect solution
for a family with small children.
Not only is it durable but also more comfortable for the Mr. to
rest his feet on and is like a cushion when the little ones are just starting
to walk! We can leave it to this
sweet baby girl to be the judge!
Along with the remaining accessories we added a plush gray
and white patterned rug and custom draperies. The rug adds dimension to the room and
having the two-toned drapes help to balance the height of the ceiling. And the charcoal band at the bottom of
the drapes tie in the gray velvet accent pillows and tufted ottoman.
Here are pictures of the Murphy’s new Family Room!
What do you think?
Bare to beautiful?!? I know
I love the transformation and hope they do as well!
Next up in a few weeks for the Murphy’s…an updated Master
Bedroom, Master Bath and Entry!
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