Design that Reveals
Design that Reveals
Creativity is my love, interior design is my focus. Whether it be full service interior design, re-decoration or even online design through Design in a Box, I am passionate about all things creative. Here, I will share insights into projects, inspirations and what's going on in the world of design from Calgary and beyond. Would love to have you follow along.
my bedroom reveal May 10, 2011
exciting news! Jul 13, 2011
design: arbour lake house final reveal Nov 29, 2010
Install days are filled with the work of unpacking boxes, placing furniture and accessories, hanging art and drapery, arranging flowers, and cleaning up the mess you just made all before the client arrives home for the reveal.
Last Friday I completed the installation for a clients great room. You can see the sneak peak at the samples and materials here.
We (me and my helper Sandra) started the day at 9am. When we arrived at the home the delivery truck was already there. I greeted my client and walked her through the details of the day. (I asked the delivery guys to sit tight until she was gone). No peaking!
Finally off she went for the day and we got underway. First ~ the before photo of the space. (Don’t worry…the red plate did not stay there!)
Typically I would delivery everything at once, however as you can see there are two chests that have been there for several months. They were part of the scheme I presented however based on the fact that they were selling like hotcakes, we scooped them up several months ago. They have been patiently waiting for the rest of the furniture to pull the room together.
9:30am my drapery installer arrives. Once again I ordered the drapery from Layers and Layers. A simple cotton/linen blend with a contrasting side band on each panel. Half way through, my installer notices that we are short rings, and enough rings that we could only hang one panel in the great room. SO disappointing, but we move on. I order more immediately. The remaining drapery will be installed later this week, so our reveal will be incomplete. Boo hoo!
11:00am I high tail it out to pick up some items that did not fit into my car the day before. Note to self “shop earlier so you can have the delivery company pick up for you”!! I gathered what I needed, picked up flowers and light bulbs and made my way back to site.
In the mean time Sandra received another piece of furniture at 11:30 and worked on accessorizing.
1:00pm the art installer arrives and begins hanging our selected pieces.
We had originally advised the client to come home at 2:30, however at this point we knew we would not be ready. I gave her a quick call and bought ourselves another 1/2 hour. Pweh!
The remaining few hours were nose to the floor trying to get everything perfect for the reveal. At 2:40 this is what the space still looked like. Yikes!
Stay tuned to see the final results!
Lori Nov 15 2010 - 11:00 pm
looking good! My company doesn’t do big reveals, but it’s fun that you do!
Yvonne Nov 15 2010 - 11:40 pm
Oohhh I can’t wait to see the final photos…love the format of this post. And thanks for the mention :)
Michelle from Holley & Gill Nov 16 2010 - 7:53 am
Oh Nyla, you tease!! Love these posts, and cannot wait to see it all done!
MaureenCmodecor Nov 16 2010 - 7:53 am
not fair…that tease wasn’t enough…can’t wait for the rest of reveal
Jacqueline Nov 16 2010 - 9:30 am
I am waiting on pins and needles for the final reveal!
Courtney Nov 16 2010 - 10:38 am
Can’t wait to see the final reveal!
We recently bought a new couch from La-Z-Boy in a similar corduroy fabric (different colour) and we LOVE it! It is so soft and comfortable – like sinking into a giant teddy bear.
sharon @ layers and layers Nov 16 2010 - 11:12 am
Can’t wait to see how this one turns out. Love that your work is so tailored to your client. Never the same thing twice … you’re one talented cookie … excited!
kathe fraga Nov 16 2010 - 11:29 am
Can’t wait to see the results! Love watching the room take shape and see your talent and skill at work!
Fiona Richards Nov 16 2010 - 4:02 pm
I love the way this is looking Nyla – your interiors are very appealing to me. I also quite fancy those Tiffany blue bar stools! They are lucky to have such fine light in that room – can’t wait for the reveal!
Brenda Fischer Nov 16 2010 - 5:28 pm
I cannot wait to see how this is finished! Quick, post more!
Shauna Oberg Nov 17 2010 - 10:22 am
Looks like it’s going to be beautiful. Love the colours!
jennifer@nicolejanehome Nov 17 2010 - 11:41 am
Man oh man…you really know how to create a cliffhanger!! It’s just like Who shot JR? Can’t wait to see the reveal :)
Connie @ Sogni e Sorrisi Nov 17 2010 - 11:59 am
Love the blue of those kitchen stools!