When a dull hall bath needs an update, we often select performance papers to bring pattern and texture to the space because they have the added benefit of being scrubbable. In this bath two busy teens share the limited space. So, first we added shelves above the...
An insignificant passageway is the perfect spot to use a fun wallpaper. This tiny hall connects the master suite to the foyer. Since the master bedroom has a lacquered wall in a rich green, and the foyer is a pale grey, we decided to add a geometric pattern in a small...
Keep it Simple. It’s what makes this Mt Pleasant townhouse work. The two story foyer called for calm,especially since we introduce intense color in the rest of the house. But we couldn’t resist beefing up the doorway into the living area with a new wrap of...
We had some fun giving this dull powder room a facelift. We kept the basics – the vanity cabinet and granite top didn’t change. However, we coated every surface with a new finish, and the result is a fresh new space that feels clean, up to date, and...
Are you looking to refresh or update your existing furniture or cabinets? This simple update can make a big impact, and it doesn’t require paint! We replaced the existing knobs with Maitland Smith “Symphony” knobs in Silver. This was a simple 5...
It is always fun to work with new clients! After closing on a beautiful new build in Rivertowne, the buyer asked her Realtor where to purchase blinds. Her Realtor, long time Mt. Pleasant agent Katherine Blakely, said, “AFI, of course!” Thanks for the...
I design a lot of storage spaces. The truth is most of us need more accessible storage than our houses provide. It is not just a problem for people who have too much stuff. Even when you are excellent at getting rid of excess items regularly, you can be short on...
I’On Life – July 2016 Issue Interview with Alexandre Fleuren – Article text below Were you always interested in design? Yes. As a small child I would ride along in the family car and I can remember mentally “correcting” architecture we passed...
An Atlanta couple needed a bedroom redo for a great Buckhead townhouse. This cheery room is perfect for visitors! Watch the video for before and after images, design inspiration and the rendering preview created for the homeowners. It’s quite a transformation,...
Final Reveal! We are so happy to show the final shots of this Mt. Pleasant first time homeowner’s master bedroom of her dreams. Here is what we did to get the final look: 1. We added bling to the bed. The gorgeous Pyar & Co. pillows (one of our favorite...
