Jack Michaud Photography
ポートランド(メイン)にあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなアトリエ・スタジオ (無垢フローリング、造り付け机、茶色い床、グレーの壁) の写真

ダラスにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームオフィス・書斎 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、自立型机、茶色い床) の写真

Library and home office. View of the spiral staircase which led down to an enclosed TV area where we crafted a custom TV unit and slated dividing screen using walnut. The library itself featured an oak study desk, bookshelf and oak work desk. Crafted from oak and finished in a rich Farrow and Ball Stiffkey Blue, the study desk featured solid oak drawers and work top and also custom designed tier shelving. Alongside this, we also designed and crafted a drinks cabinet with an antique mirror back and a polished Carrara stone top. The lower cabinets were covered with a leather like material. We finished the cabinets with round brass handles from Armac Martin and also inserted brass inlay into the cabinetry, which continued the theme from the wine wall in the kitchen. Photo: Billy Bolton

Client downsizing into an 80's hi-rise condo hired designer to convert the small sitting room between the master bedroom & bathroom to her Home Office. Although the client, a female executive, was retiring, her many obligations & interests required an efficient space for her active future. Interior Design by Dona Rosene Interiors Photos by Michael Hunter

When it comes to finding inspiration for your house or apartment design, there are a variety of routes you can take. For some, it is important to dive into the latest trends in fashion and art, using only the most popular decor pieces and embracing the color palettes seen on runways or in home and garden magazines. But for others, it’s simply about discovering what feels most like “home.” Ashley Steele, the creator of A Styled Affair, was part of the latter group. “Since my husband and I were moving into a space that was previously owned, I needed a way to make it feel like it was truly ours, and unique to us,” she told our team. A Styled Affair sprang from Ashley’s passion for fashion, and need for a creative outlet. But it soon became more than that. She developed a following, and it quickly became a place where she could share her personal style, travel adventures, and lifestyle tips. “While the blogging industry has become overwhelmed with people sharing their favorite home decor or make-up tips, I think what sets A Styled Affair apart is my commitment to stay true to my unique taste. I have always marched to the beat of my own drum – and that carries through in the clothes I wear, the decor I select for our home, and the travels I plan.” Paintzen connected with Ashley as she was settling into her new home in Boston’s Seaport District. Although she and her husband have lived in Boston for almost 8 years, they were used to smaller, more traditional spaces. Their new home is much bigger, and more modern, than any place they lived before. “I wanted to select colors of comfort, simplicity, and sophistication so we could elevate the space and make it feel more like a home.” Ashley also accurately pointed out that new construction can sometimes feel a little cold and sterile, almost industrial. “I wanted our home to feel like a peaceful oasis after coming in from the bustling city.” Ashley chose soft white paint for her walls to bring a sense of comfort and zen. With lots of wall decor, art work and carefully selected furniture, the walls serve as a clean and comfortable palette, and allowed her more freedom when making her other design decisions throughout the space. Ashley kept the overall palette fairly neutral, and incorporated “modern bohemian” inspired decor throughout the home; the final product was clean and simple, and catered to her style. We asked Ashley what she was most excited for now. “I’m most excited to continue to find new decor pieces to compliment the paint colors and decor we’ve already found for the space. We have been really patient with decorating and selected each piece really careful to make sure it is cohesive and flows from room to room. I’m looking forward to enjoying the space with my husband and dog, and entertaining friends and family in the spring and summer!” A few final questions for Ashley on her experience with Paintzen: “I would highly recommend Paintzen to anyone, especially those that live in the city. There are so many different paint companies and contractors to choose from but going through Paintzen simplified the process and made me feel comfortable that we had the right team working on our space. Their platform for booking services and choosing paint colors made the process seamless and was a great way to keep track of what we booked and chose for colors. Most importantly, the customer service team was outstanding whenever we had a question or needed to make an adjustment.” And advice she would give someone repainting their home: “Patience. I would recommend taking your time and doing your research before selecting paint colors. Lighting changes every color so make sure to bring paint swatches and samples into the space and look at it throughout the day to see the different tones that the light will pick up. I would also recommend researching color trends and recommendations for colors in the family you are looking for. We found our living room color through a blog post listing top-used colors by interior designers and it looks amazing.”

Gold Emtek hardware was the perfect accent against the Hale Navy paint by Benjamin Moore. The tassels add more flair and soften the cabinets. Photo by Melissa Au

Builder- Patterson Custom Homes Finish Carpentry- Bo Thayer, Moonwood Homes Architect: Brandon Architects Interior Designer: Bonesteel Trout Hall Photographer: Ryan Garvin; David Tosti

Tinius Photography
ワシントンD.C.にある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな書斎 (無垢フローリング、自立型机、両方向型暖炉、茶色い床、グレーの壁) の写真

ローリーにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなクラフトルーム (グレーの壁、カーペット敷き、暖炉なし、自立型机、ベージュの床) の写真

フィラデルフィアにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームオフィス・書斎 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、造り付け机、茶色い床、壁紙) の写真

Greg Grupenhof Photography
シンシナティにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームオフィス・書斎 (無垢フローリング、自立型机、茶色い床、グレーの壁) の写真

Windsor Select Limestone Veneer - Sanded Wash Finish Photo: Russell Abraham Photography
ヒューストンにあるモダンスタイルのおしゃれなホームオフィス・書斎 (グレーの壁) の写真

マイアミにある広いトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれな書斎 (カーペット敷き、造り付け机、ベージュの床、グレーの壁) の写真

ニューヨークにある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなホームオフィス・書斎 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、茶色い床、自立型机) の写真

ダラスにある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな書斎 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング) の写真

ソルトレイクシティにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなホームオフィス・書斎 (グレーの壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、造り付け机、茶色い床) の写真

ロンドンにある低価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな書斎 (グレーの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、自立型机、茶色い床) の写真

ダラスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな書斎 (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、自立型机、茶色い床) の写真

David Lauer
デンバーにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな書斎 (濃色無垢フローリング、自立型机、グレーの壁) の写真