Parade of Homes…Urban Lodge

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Urban Lodge…the “Greystone”….PCBA First Place Winner….Ernie White shines again!

Ernie White refuses to stay stagnant.

He’s known for his stately traditional home….built to perfection….lacking nothing when it comes to trim.  A classic to say the least.

With changing times comes changing décor.  Young families need to be drawn in by his ability to shift and customize based on current trends.

Because this home was to be put on the market, I was able to have full control and stretch Mr. White like he’s NEVER been stretched!  The house WON.…the buzz continues….here’s why.

-The cabinets are a muddy taupe and all the trim work is a perfect match
-A navy island base coordinates beautifully with the smoky slate back-splash
-The floors aren’t your everyday distressed hickory.  They are seamless, dark and flawless
-The 8′ doors are a straight out of a New York loft….I painted them a deeper gray/olive to add contrast against the trim and to add even more life; door hardware….well it’s just edgy
-The lines are clean, right down to the solid wainscot wall in the master and the 3/4 high wainscot in the den
-The plumbing is bold; stainless and modern
-The lighting….oh the lighting.  It’s ultra sleek; dark iron for richness
-Master baths don’t have to be feminine;  but trust me….a woman will flip over this zen-ful retreat. Dark slate, glass tile and calming Cambria ushers in serenity
-Coffered ceiling with cherry beams bring a unique skilled craftsman appeal in both the great room and dining
-The fireplace…my favorite!  Above the mantle is random sized plank wood and below is linear slate mosaic
-The built-ins beside the fireplace not only match the kitchen cabinets in color, but also in style
-The stained ceilings on the ENORMOUS back lanai with Pool Blue’s sophisticated darker pool, fully surrounded in pavers makes you not only want to entertain, but throw a huge party
-The full outdoor kitchen/grill, the pool bath, the front door, the exterior colors…….
The list goes on and on!!!!

This prized home is fully staged and ready for a family or empty nesters.

Kristina Kreations…..that’s me….owns ALL furnishings/accessories and willing to negotiate selling with the purchase of the home or future staging.

There’s something really unique about this home.  Amanda Bass say’s “it’s straight out of Colorado; something you typically don’t see in Polk County”.

I had a blast creating this home for Ernie to shine and for a future Lakelander to posses.

I’ll let the pictures do all the talking from here…..

Love ya Ernie and congrats on winning 3 first place ribbons this year!  LOVE working with you and your fantastic team :)))

It’s more than décor,
Kristina

 

Jarrell Master Suite…West Indies Resort

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West Indies Resort….AKA the Jarrells’ lovely master suite.

Jon found me online.

Got off the phone and told my hubby, Chris, “Gosh that’s such a nice man”.  Little did I know he had a nice wife too!

When I first met them I spent hours walking through their LOVELY home in a cul-de-sac near Scott Lake.  We all spilled our ideas and dreams for a multitude of face lifts/renovations that would soon be broken up into phases.

I quickly realized this family was special….grounded in faith….spending time where it counts….making memories and doing life together.  Jon and Missy didn’t know it yet, but I was THRILLED to have the opportunity to help them tweak this home.

Their current style reflects an eclectic mix of time worn leathers, British Colonial flairs, simple linens and smoky teal blues.  Hearing about some of their pieces makes me know they hold tight to memories and want their home to be a true reflection of their family.

Their home was built in the 70’s and was tastefully done in its time.  Past down from the family, the Jarrell’s wanted to make it their own.  We dreamed of white 12″ tile being replaced with just the right wood floor, gutting the kitchen, new furniture layouts, a mudroom with all the backpack and shoe cubbies a family could dream of and of course the upstairs master suite.  We started there.

Phase 1- upstairs master suite;  sitting room, bedroom and bath

We replaced the carpet with the most stunning aged wood with random plank sizes for interest.  Just the right shade, their wood floors really complimented their white coastal inspired furniture.  After seeing some of their existing antique pieces but knowing they wanted a more clean, modern feel, I used the Jarrell’s existing navy/coral pillows as my inspiration.  I felt it brought the timeless sophistication, but kept things clean, bold and simple.  An inspiration had been born.

I choose a super soft teal gray “Gray Owl” by Benj. Moore to add a kiss of cool serenity to all of the warm tones which was soon to be. Actually the Jarrell’s came up with this color after my choice went just a hair bolder.  I loved it!

My first purchase was the two-toned gauzy drapery panels as I could just see the windows open and these panels blowing in this high end resort.  It had just the right two-tones of ecru that I wanted to bounce around the room.  The bedding was calming, yet inviting and I chose a glue/gray for the sheets.  A multitude of textures and wood tones make this space feel intriguing, exotic and calming.  A time-worn putty/gray vintage rug grounded this space.

The bathroom….oh the bathroom!  I just love how this turned out.  We replaced the old ornate cream lighting fixtures with new one from Fergusons.  Added hardware to the cabinets for interest.  Bubble baths will never be the same in here….especially with that palm print over the tub.  They even have a place to hang their towels now 😉

Missy and Jon.
A master suite is one of the most private spaces, yet you opened it up to me.  My sincere hope is that you both experience restful tranquility in your new space, providing you the zeal for life, for marriage, for family.

It’s truly “more than décor”.

Thanks guys.

HUGE shout-out to Bunch Construction who handled the painting, flooring and larger base boards. Great work, guys!

 

Casey and Rebekah Clark…All Things New

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New baby…..new house….new décor.

Rebekah and Casey Clark were no different than most of us starting out.  They moved in a new home last November and while their home was perfect, it still lacked that “homey” feeling.  Walls were completely bare and furniture was sparse.  Kristina Kreations was on it……”mission possible”.

Truly a blank canvas, Amanda and I really honed in on Rebekah’s style since we had little to go by.  We quickly realized she was FULL of ideas and a unique and fun style that we could easily run with.

This home could be described as a shabby/rustic.  The well-known French inspired shabby chic took a back place here as the heftier, more masculine pieces took center stage;  plank wood art, hand painted buffets and a farm table (which the Clarks previously had built themselves).  Surrounded by soft grays, buttercream and a variety of teals, this home had a nice balance of casual country charm all while keeping the patterns youthful and current for this young family.

Rebekah and Casey, enjoy and grow in this home.  Thank you for trusting us to dive into your style and run with it.