A family-friendly great room makeover

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpQPUVaxpFxwwmN9RiJ1pJ9CMca3jbiQNm4GTQlI5XoAKVEYAFr49JF9FHxA8t7t3X_3lq6BwltDWEXQhhjICI0cXq1DVoqcbtjLimR1ie_kLdDc0y0f-vUte6AlJvit28TP62L-9HdnTa/s1600/art+++bar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpQPUVaxpFxwwmN9RiJ1pJ9CMca3jbiQNm4GTQlI5XoAKVEYAFr49JF9FHxA8t7t3X_3lq6BwltDWEXQhhjICI0cXq1DVoqcbtjLimR1ie_kLdDc0y0f-vUte6AlJvit28TP62L-9HdnTa/s1600/art+++bar.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>I finally had a chance to visit one of my first Bassett makeover rooms to take after photos. As with most projects, this one was completed in stages. Below are the design details ...</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4eX3Geq8YPH-JQ9vqmNBMaEjYm60fE8lvRykeVU5DEhA97lSHqp0no29aaHwmzmucfJ_g23A8KjwIuIgQ57RbAOrBc-fPM4nTc-G8dP2jRF0M3uzjlM2PR_HOyh1L2IGbpO2FbQim8gO4/s1600/alex+living+room+before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4eX3Geq8YPH-JQ9vqmNBMaEjYm60fE8lvRykeVU5DEhA97lSHqp0no29aaHwmzmucfJ_g23A8KjwIuIgQ57RbAOrBc-fPM4nTc-G8dP2jRF0M3uzjlM2PR_HOyh1L2IGbpO2FbQim8gO4/s1600/alex+living+room+before.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">– before photos –</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhush3DujawtR5RygLSPhFZGJwFMgwUavEY9AAI9ujDaQwYJ5Z39M0vWYt7TJZDbywOyiKtXdrXDIm-gzbkNATi4wKRL5ShiUnN_xJ1AMuZfU39gbempI_3B9bKL6WdiuLDQUJQL0wplppH/s1600/alex+LR+bar+before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhush3DujawtR5RygLSPhFZGJwFMgwUavEY9AAI9ujDaQwYJ5Z39M0vWYt7TJZDbywOyiKtXdrXDIm-gzbkNATi4wKRL5ShiUnN_xJ1AMuZfU39gbempI_3B9bKL6WdiuLDQUJQL0wplppH/s1600/alex+LR+bar+before.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">BEFORE: this family room was in need of new furnishings after the homeowners had given some of their pieces to children who had moved into their own homes. The homeowners visited <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett,</a> and we set up a time for me to come see the space. With young grandchildren often in the house, they wanted to create a warm and cozy room that was child friendly, yet comfortably inviting for adults. All existing pieces could go with the exception of the bar which at the time was front and center next to the fireplace.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglwmpilAaZ2D8i930-EJydWbJKXsZAoQvXh2-9hpPC1FX4YrA8s9DxKTbVAdBUXXyiSWzai-oVRju8D8RML27X9iRyqdZy4YhVZ-Fkquq0VbYAib1J_tBmWzWfZ44vJUgqRAGCtyYkvNGd/s1600/alex+living+room+floor+plan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglwmpilAaZ2D8i930-EJydWbJKXsZAoQvXh2-9hpPC1FX4YrA8s9DxKTbVAdBUXXyiSWzai-oVRju8D8RML27X9iRyqdZy4YhVZ-Fkquq0VbYAib1J_tBmWzWfZ44vJUgqRAGCtyYkvNGd/s1600/alex+living+room+floor+plan.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">During our makeover visit, I measured the perimeter of the room along with pieces that would be staying. Back in the Bassett design studio, I put together this floor plan which made it clear that the bar could easily be moved behind the sectional, creating a more family oriented focal point that combined television and fireplace together on one side (before the television was where the bar is now). The high bar seats can now also easily turn to view the TV and serve as additional seating when family and friends are over for the game. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfpuyLjVPGwEKCD64wDFnWIoNQJQq98SF1CxRov4tAK3iY2ZCvdas6aka1uW2fyr4GGsOizWFIs1E5m6RQwScp_4LETOb3rChbQ_k5ogWkGIU9gfnfvlvW9wHJMFnFh_ay4uR_k5z4xy4/s1600/alex+living+room+makeover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpfpuyLjVPGwEKCD64wDFnWIoNQJQq98SF1CxRov4tAK3iY2ZCvdas6aka1uW2fyr4GGsOizWFIs1E5m6RQwScp_4LETOb3rChbQ_k5ogWkGIU9gfnfvlvW9wHJMFnFh_ay4uR_k5z4xy4/s1600/alex+living+room+makeover.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /><i><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Alex%EF%BF%BDL-Shaped-Sectional-DZ28668.asp">Alex Sectional with Custom Storage Ottoman</a></i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">We selected a new chaise sectional in a soft charcoal colored fabric which now offers plenty of seating while also being a nice spot for reading (or napping). The pair of existing ivory chairs were eliminated from the pathway between the doorways and were replaced with a fun, large scale rustic sideboard that is highlighted with an appropriately scaled colorful piece of <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Waves-of-Mercy--giclee-wall-art-d%EF%BF%BDcor--DZ30915.asp">abstract art</a> (also from Bassett). Sherwin Williams Sedate Gray on the walls softens the high ceiling lines, keeping the focus on the room below. On the gleaming hardwood floors we added a luxurious viscose carpet that both looks beautiful and feels great under bare feet.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh76Svdd3jfzjbRmFDAuybvuSZ-IYhSMjouDA_-Sd3qXV7NqgMPhwVxmP2D2p3-riWo_ju3FJ4aL53KjbIVcifDuFh3BprX19FfweYyglKVXAE2DvKLQWr6LjrBsJaPDyqOAPeRrGAwZPd3/s1600/kerala+buffet+Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh76Svdd3jfzjbRmFDAuybvuSZ-IYhSMjouDA_-Sd3qXV7NqgMPhwVxmP2D2p3-riWo_ju3FJ4aL53KjbIVcifDuFh3BprX19FfweYyglKVXAE2DvKLQWr6LjrBsJaPDyqOAPeRrGAwZPd3/s1600/kerala+buffet+Bassett.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Light-Wood-Buffett-4-Doors-4-Drawers-DZ27820.asp">Discoveries Kerala Buffet</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0KJzXfg0VannhdG18DLxJ8wPHMADW-8Mkj_CfRyAWHLcazA_DGNkx5q7H9u2NgF4Fop2KIeQxLlUzmxgFFjJ7EUd8NjsTra_vAbM92wFeJ2BYv8k78NRyQOAZyHmETOP9wuSTUeoahams/s1600/rexford+mist+carpet+Bassett.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0KJzXfg0VannhdG18DLxJ8wPHMADW-8Mkj_CfRyAWHLcazA_DGNkx5q7H9u2NgF4Fop2KIeQxLlUzmxgFFjJ7EUd8NjsTra_vAbM92wFeJ2BYv8k78NRyQOAZyHmETOP9wuSTUeoahams/s1600/rexford+mist+carpet+Bassett.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><i><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Rexford-Mist-wool-rug--DZ31721.asp">Rexford Mist Carpet</a></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKxlN-BYIcl2MGE6w9U4iWMBAsmHg5pK7nMMuZR8YJHeV6_4XfmKEYrBtV3G5NwcQF0ee_Eoi0kZcx5s8HwA3m_bwHwB_sI7Kktaw9Mkxd9x4lw-ETFraeW8wKb-VDc7wso7XGOcnLWJS/s1600/sherwin+williams+sedate+gray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKxlN-BYIcl2MGE6w9U4iWMBAsmHg5pK7nMMuZR8YJHeV6_4XfmKEYrBtV3G5NwcQF0ee_Eoi0kZcx5s8HwA3m_bwHwB_sI7Kktaw9Mkxd9x4lw-ETFraeW8wKb-VDc7wso7XGOcnLWJS/s1600/sherwin+williams+sedate+gray.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><i><a href="http://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW6169/">Sherwin Williams Sedate Gray SW6169</a></i><br /><div><i><br /></i></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho7fuiN4YUuG-EMb1gT9FyFD5exw3xEyf1YvfcnFImw53bVbv8tvqP11vpIBgC3gsgVkbsSzxU8u2wKctL11EYAi0mAIChgXs2Rv-GdLmn_AxptleHgor1r7SDvjHNSo4b638_OesDewxe/s1600/bishop+chair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho7fuiN4YUuG-EMb1gT9FyFD5exw3xEyf1YvfcnFImw53bVbv8tvqP11vpIBgC3gsgVkbsSzxU8u2wKctL11EYAi0mAIChgXs2Rv-GdLmn_AxptleHgor1r7SDvjHNSo4b638_OesDewxe/s1600/bishop+chair.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">One of my favorite pieces that I recommended for this room makeover is the <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Fabric-Tuxedo-Arm-Swivel-Chair-for-Living-Room-and-Office-DZ12775.asp">Bishop Swivel Chair</a> which we upholstered in a small scale, pewter colored print pattern. It<span style="text-align: center;">’</span>s a fabric that’s easy to live with, yet modern and stylish. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE69Y_uUOFsTV5W3WTvGnKehOSB6CJy8DfF0vNVMpleuWLpN-mDnggU5FhRnUXH3t7CSXqJCir_HCGMgDvmnCXPqYRiKLziT3K8KV8AxN5TGpdq1KoTZLa_sLXy-G4IF2GxGn0FG66oNtV/s1600/alex+room+swatches.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE69Y_uUOFsTV5W3WTvGnKehOSB6CJy8DfF0vNVMpleuWLpN-mDnggU5FhRnUXH3t7CSXqJCir_HCGMgDvmnCXPqYRiKLziT3K8KV8AxN5TGpdq1KoTZLa_sLXy-G4IF2GxGn0FG66oNtV/s1600/alex+room+swatches.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xbtpTZZqPgX3kS7jB3LnzE9QD16NVwYMy2ZXN1LxnrdhCf0-_TYM3nFJWF2BHWe1KnNgtNCiaZqSp-GNbk-5oPVTSkM6tI2C2glIlU0IX269sN3RXlSVrC4BAWrT451rwLHbtkE8uRqd/s1600/turquoise+tray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xbtpTZZqPgX3kS7jB3LnzE9QD16NVwYMy2ZXN1LxnrdhCf0-_TYM3nFJWF2BHWe1KnNgtNCiaZqSp-GNbk-5oPVTSkM6tI2C2glIlU0IX269sN3RXlSVrC4BAWrT451rwLHbtkE8uRqd/s1600/turquoise+tray.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Bright bits of turquoise and sea glass colors add interest to the neutral palette of this newly designed living space.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7KPoJuV3jnu63dXlI5Smmmot5Arb-3PAGnhR4n2Z180X1fZa5G1oaqfvYVoPkcYNdnRnxZObp2CgNX9Fx1MYkrqk_MqIFDrR7yBZug1FcecTstUQwfNgAqc_bfPR36CbMKD0lRUNcXw8X/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+11.24.03+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7KPoJuV3jnu63dXlI5Smmmot5Arb-3PAGnhR4n2Z180X1fZa5G1oaqfvYVoPkcYNdnRnxZObp2CgNX9Fx1MYkrqk_MqIFDrR7yBZug1FcecTstUQwfNgAqc_bfPR36CbMKD0lRUNcXw8X/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-02-03+at+11.24.03+AM.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">It was a real pleasure working on this room makeover, and I</span><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">’</span><span style="font-size: large;">m glad that the space is being enjoyed (when I was over last, I got to meet the adorable grandchildren : )</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Do you have a room that<span style="text-align: center;">’</span>s ready for a makeover? <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-bio.asp?did=661">Find me here</a>  and we can get it started!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>

A family-friendly great room makeover

I finally had a chance to visit one of my first Bassett makeover rooms to take after photos. As with most projects, this one was completed i...

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