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Style Upgrade

September 15, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Kitchen Tune-Up helps a Maumelle couple modernize their kitchen

When Felecia Pleis married her husband, Ron, in 2008 and moved into his Maumelle home, the two made a few updates to the house to make it feel like theirs. However, she had bigger plans for the kitchen. “I love to entertain, and I really like dishes so I needed more storage; plus, I felt like the colors were dated and ready for a refresh,” Felecia says. Years later, with a vision in mind, the couple visited Susan Johnson at Kitchen Tune-Up to get advice on achieving their desired style and storage goals while maximizing their budget….

Beauty in Unity

September 1, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Underused areas become favorite spaces thanks to a cohesive, decorative update

The living room, dining room, and entry of this Little Rock couple’s home have a story common to houses built in the mid-1900s: The front rooms weren’t living up to their full modern-day potential. “These spaces were dated, and we had kind of piecemealed the furnishings but never really pulled it together,” one of the owners says….

Streamlined Design

July 28, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Curtis Contracting brings a couple’s kitchen dreams to life

A story in the June 2016 issue of At Home in Arkansas sparked inspiration for Becky and John Steward’s kitchen renovation. The space’s flat-front cabinetry, brick backsplash, open shelving, and appliance wall were all attractive features the couple had talked about incorporating into the hub of their Little Rock home….

A New Shine

June 25, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Katie Grace Designs updates a master bath with pattern, polish, and practicality

Making a room feel larger doesn’t necessarily have to be about added square footage. When designer Katie Rees came to this project, the owners wanted their bathroom to feel more spacious and open but knew it still had some functionality that worked well for them. “We were able to keep the footprint of the bath, but open
it up to make it feel like a completely new space,” Katie says….

Practical with a Punch

May 24, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Space reconfigurations and a dose of color reenergize a 1980s kitchen

Abundant storage and seating for the whole family were top priorities when Rachel and David Stafford hired Shine Interior Design’s Natalie Biles and Stacey Breezeel to reimagine their kitchen. “They love to entertain and host gatherings, and they wanted to get more from this space,” Natalie says. One of the biggest problems was shallow-depth cabinetry that could not hold the couple’s dishes. “They were using the walk-in pantry to store all their dishes and cookware, and that was eating into their food storage,” Natalie says. To solve this problem, the kitchen was gutted and new cabinetry that extends to the ceiling was installed. On the base cabinets, Rachel opted for roomy drawers—which allow her to see all of their contents easily—for pots, pans, and plates. A cramped island was traded for a more spacious version with room for barstools as well as an uninterrupted workspace for meal prep, craft projects, and homework….

Organized to Perfection

May 3, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Professional organizer Leslie Marshall helps Shayla Copas transform her underutilized garage into an inspiring workspace

Leslie Marshall has been helping people get organized since 2018 when she started The Marshall Concept as a part-time side hustle. Now operating this professional organizing business as her full-time gig, she helps clients in all stages of life who yearn to live better through well-organized spaces—namely closets, pantries, laundry rooms, and even garages….

Classic Made Current

March 18, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: Inspired by grandmillennial design trends, Heather Krijt updates a Little Rock bedroom

When Elizabeth and Mike Johnson decided to update one of their home’s guest rooms, they turned to Heather Krijt, owner of HK Designs. Wanting to create a space perfectly suited for their daughter, Kate, to enjoy when she visits, they sought to blend classic with contemporary. “The rest of the house is traditional, so we wanted to give this room a bit of a grandmillenial feel with fringe, toile, and a monochromatic palette,” Heather says, referring to the design trend inspiring millennials to embrace traditional styles….

Perfecting the Puzzle

February 8, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: With space at a premium, a Little Rock kitchen is transformed to get the most out of every inch while infusing style

Having lived in her home since the late ’90s, Anne Mourning felt it was time to update its cozy, galley-style kitchen. She looked to Little Rock firm Yeary Lindsey Architects to help her reimagine its design and was introduced to the late Carolyn Lindsey Polk, a beloved local architect and co-owner of the firm, and interior designer Brittany Nixon Brun of Brittany Nixon Creative. “I just fell in love with both of them,” Anne says. “I considered myself so lucky to have happened upon these two intelligent women.”…

Balancing Act

January 5, 2021 by Tiffany Adams

Before & After: Designer Marianna O’Dea marries masculine and feminine, comfortable and chic in a Little Rock master bedroom

When Emily and Anthony Johnson hired Marianna O’Dea to reimagine their newly purchased residence, the master bedroom quickly emerged as a priority in the larger picture. “It sounds crazy, but one of the reasons this moved to the top of the list is because it lacked window treatments. It was extremely bright, and they needed to get some sleep,” the designer laughs. To remedy this, she quickly had drapes made from a contemporary abstract-print fabric by Lindsay Cowles. “Emily has always been a fan of this line and particularly loved this pattern. It was the first thing we chose for the entire house,” Marianna says.

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Expertly Mixed

November 20, 2020 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Before & After: A more functional flow and stylish simplicity were the goals for this Little Rock kitchen remodel

When Kathryn LeMaster started working with Marnie and Dennis Wightman on their home remodel, her challenge was in helping them achieve the ease of use they desired while still giving the home elements of interest and a “modern edge.” “They had a good idea of what they wanted for the layout, and they had already worked with the architects on opening it up,” Kathryn says. “When I came on board, it was all about choosing finishes and making it feel like all three rooms—the kitchen and nearby dining and living rooms—could flow from one to the next.”…

Style Upgrade

Beauty in Unity

Streamlined Design

A New Shine

Practical with a Punch

Organized to Perfection

Classic Made Current

Perfecting the Puzzle

Balancing Act

Expertly Mixed

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