Friday, July 27, 2018

High: Eclectic Dining Room

High: Eclectic Dining Room Sabrina spared no expense to fill this dining area with high-end materials like hand-tufted, mohair velvet chairs, a hand-loomed, cotton carpet and antique silhouette art that goes in the 1800s. Total, this complex space comes in at a budget-busting $28,000.



Low: Eclectic Dining Room Sabrina's budget-friendly swaps accomplish a similar look but for less than $5,000 (that is a $23,000 savings!)) The homeowners adored the "high" room but were blown away by the "non" room that has seats covered in kid-friendly polyester, an easy-to-clean synthetic carpet and custom-made silhouettes of each family member.



Top: Colorful Table Setting For the "high" dining room, Sabrina splurged, spending over $3,000 on cut crystal goblets, porcelain dinnerware and luxury silver to create one expensive tabletop.



Low: Colorful Table Setting For less than $300, this dining table setting is a near mirror image of this high-end model but at one-tenth the price. Sabrina really saved by swapping the pricey crystal glassware and ceramic plates for acrylic and melamine look-alikes which aren't only budget-savvy they're also easy-care and family-friendly.



High: Screened-In Porch These homeowners called Sabrina in to flip their seldom-used screened-in porch into a bonus room for year-round entertaining -- and she delivered with this casual, welcoming layout that brings the finest of the inside out. Cushy Ban seats ($5,500), sheer drapery panels ($600) and a graphic rug ($700) provide the indoor and comfort feel the homeowners desire while incorporating durable, weather-proof materials. Complete, this complex sunroom rings in at a hefty $19,000.



Reduced: Screened-In Porch Just as welcoming and ready to party, Sabrina's informed swaps are equally comfortable and weather-proof since the "high" model -- without busting the homeowner's $3,000 budget. She spent just $900 for its rattan seats, $240 for its drapery panels and $152 for its graphic rug.



High: Family-Friendly Basement Bonus Room With three little children in home school and weekend guests to entertain, the homeowners need their cellar bonus room to perform three functions: guest room, kids' play/study room and home office. For $17,000 the luxury room fits each of their requirements plus includes the bright colours and patterns they desire.



Low: Family-Friendly Basement Bonus Room For less than $4,000, Sabrina managed to fill the homeowners' functional needs -- plenty of kid-friendly storage and work/play space plus a Murphy bed for guests -- while introducing the pops of colour and layout that they adore.



Top: Coffee Table Epoxy-coated steel construction and removable trays give this functional piece of furniture that a hefty $845 price tag. The wool, handtufted rug adds a playful punch of color but at $1,300, it's neither household- nor budget-friendly.



Low: Coffee Table For only $84 (that is a 90-percent savings!)) Sabrina provides the homeowners a coffee table with a round, nested look similar to the high-end tables. Beneath, she swaps the wool carpet to get look-alike carpet tiles (only $420) which may be replaced with a brand new tile should one become stained.



High: Rustic Entryway A well-decorated foyer welcomes guests to your home and provides a little taste of your personality -- but a sophisticated look similar to this has a price. Antique tea caddies converted to lamps are a glimpse at $220 each, and also the high-end chandelier reflected in the mirror prices $500.



Reduced: Rustic Entryway For the budget-friendly edition, Sabrina painted vintage milk cans to resemble the luxury tea caddies. Including the price of a lampshade and a wiring kit, these lamps come in at only $50 each. Rather than the $500 chandelier in the inspiration room, Sabrina's design assistant Chris added a pendant kit into a silver and glass terrarium to make a similar style for just $150.



Top: Sunny Breakfast Nook This cheery corner features a 100% cotton carpet with a hefty $1,750 price label, a solid mahogany dining table, which cost $800, and expensive dinnerware: $1,000 for a ceremony for four.



Low: Sunny Breakfast Nook Sabrina found a similar carpet for only $635, also this cherry-stained dining table is an excellent look-alike for just $175. To achieve the same high-end appearance of the inspiration room's dinnerware, Sabrina bought individual pieces in a similar palette and layout for hundreds less.



Top: Eclectic Bedroom Sabrina place a cool colour palette and handmade touches to function in this budget-busting bedroom. Artist-signed lithographs over the mattress price $1,600, the hand-knotted rug would place back the homeowners $16,000 and the solid walnut handmade table comes in at $2,700.



Low: Eclectic Bedroom To re-create the appearance of the costly lithographs for just $50, Sabrina used decoupage medium to attach ribbon to foam planks, then sailed her artwork into readymade frames. A machine-made rug appears like the inspiration carpet but costs just $850. Design helper Chris additional doors and drawers into an unfinished bookcase to replicate the appearance of the luxury area's desk for just $300.



High: Bar Cart The homeowners entertain frequently and requested Sabrina to include a cocktail channel with plenty of dedicated storage for wine bottles, glasses, spirits and mixers. She delivered with this handmade $3,300 piece produced from solid walnut slats. The $100 modern design wall clock above it is going to ensure they'll always know when it's cocktail time.



Low: Bar Cart Made from mango wood, this wallet-friendly stand-in not merely has the high-end bar's rich finish and a lot of storage that is convenient, but it is also made from an eco-friendly wood and, at just $800, is significantly less expensive. To re-create the appearance of the high-end clock, Sabrina bought a readymade clock, eliminated the glass and palms, then spray-painted the clock white to conceal the numbers.



High: Sunroom Sabrina stitched the seating area of this light and airy living area with a tasteful tufted Chesterfield sofa, which cost $5,000. Antique zinc candlesticks boast a perfectly weathered patina and cost $100 for the pair.



Low: Sunroom Sabrina discovered this contemporary sofa, which features a slightly lighter gray upholstery and tufted detail, for only $560. To duplicate the costly candlesticks for 1/10 the price, she painted wood versions with an iron paint, which, when coated with an activator, accomplishes a realistic weathered finish in only a few minutes.



High: Formal Dining Room The homeowners like to entertain and needed a tasteful, traditional dining room where they can comfortably host family and friends. Sabrina chosen a blue and chocolate palette and filled the space with high-end pieces that total $27,000. Here's how her budget breaks down: The carpet is hand-knotted Tibetan silk and wool and cost $13,000, the reclaimed elm table cost $2,300, along with the dining table setting contains sterling silver, European crystal and fine china, totaling $1,500.



Low: Formal Dining Room Practically indistinguishable from the high-end variant but totaling only $3,500, Sabrina's swap-outs comprise: a machine-made Persian rug located at a closeout sale for $400, a rustic farmhouse-style table for just $450, and dinnerware, candlesticks and a centerpiece to make a cost-conscious table atmosphere for only $200.



High: Contemporary Bedroom Tailored styling and plenty of display area on bookcases that flank the mattress are not the only things that bedroom has going for it. Carefully chosen features add style, but they also increase the bottom line: A dhurrie rug adds a graphic pattern to get a hefty $3,000, the tufted headboard comes in at $3,500 plus a handy hinged attribute in the system mattress allows easy access to a storage compartment under the mattress for $1,500.



Low: Contemporary Bedroom Sabrina swaps from the luxury dhurrie rug for a cost-conscious graphic rug located on clearance for just $150. The tufted seat is a DIY project that cost only $250, and Sabrina was able to trade out the luxury storage mattress for a less expensive model with the identical functionality for just $800.



Chase Park Plaza

Chase Park Plaza Dating back to 1922, the Chase Park Plaza is an Art Deco hotel boasting some of the most colorful and attractive spaces in all of St. Louis. So impressive that the likes of Jimmy Carter and Frank Sinatra have remained at this particular historic, luxury resort. Grab a cocktail at the classically-styled (and very cerulean) Chase Club or delight in the complex stained-glass ceiling at The Tenderloin Room, a top-rated restaurant within the hotel. Make a stop at the spa, which pops with cheery, bright yellows.



21c Museum Hotel Founded in 2016 by contemporary art lovers, Laura Lee Brown and Steve Wilson, the 21c Museum Hotel in Lexington, Kentucky is a boutique hotel, an art museum and a place to house some of the 2,000 bit art collection. A former Fayette National Bank building, the 21c Museum Resort pops with vibrant colors round each corner, even the guest rooms, where it's not unusual to find fuchsia, lime and azure colored couches, even light fixtures. Explore curated art exhibits which are exhibited across over 7,000 square feet of museum space.



Kimpton Hotel Monaco, Washington, D.C. As visitors walk through the doors of Kimpton's Hotel Monaco in Washington, D.C., they are treated to a green lobby so brilliant, they'll think they've stepped into Oz's Emerald City. While the resort was refreshed several times within the last 15 decades, the daring jewel-toned lobby has remained, much to the delight of guests. Dark blues, burnt oranges and golds complement shared spaces, while abundant plums, champagnes and royal blues brighten guest rooms at this historic hotel that is both grand and charming at precisely the identical moment.



Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort It must come as no surprise that a resort inspired by someone as colorful and iconic as Jimmy Buffett would be absolutely bursting with bright hues which make you smile. From the orange cruiser bikes guests may check out free of the merry yellow and green rugs that liven up the reception, the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida has a tropical vibe all of its own. Seaside-inspired teals and aquas in guest rooms pop against white furnishings, while a 14-foot tall, bright blue flip-flop welcomes guests in the reception as they arrive.



Aloft Boston Seaport Located in the heart of Boston's popular Seaport District, Aloft Boston Seaport is a stylish and sophisticated hotel minutes from anywhere you want to be at Boston. From the moment you arrive in the resort, you are treated to explosions of colour, in the teal green Adirondack chairs on the lawn to the electrical blue lighted indoor pool. Even the WXYZ pub arouses the senses with fuchsia-colored light and toss pillows. Guest rooms are accented with brightly-hued rugs, drapes and wall art in all types of geometric patterns.



Graduate Tempe Located just a couple blocks in the Arizona State University campus in Tempe, Arizona, Graduate Tempe boasts a colorful Southwest-inspired style throughout this well-designed boutique hotel. One of seven Graduate Hotels, Graduate Tempe caters to people eager to get a getaway in a town, such as Tempe, but not eager to stay in an uninspired chain hotel. One step inside the resort and guests are welcomed with colorful artwork, bright geometric designs and amazing reception furnishings. Guest rooms boast lots of bright primary colors, even American flag-themed throw blankets.



Radisson Blu Mall of America One step inside the fashionable Radisson Blu Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota and guests will be treated into a striped color palette accented with a deep , vibrant blue. An executive sofa boasts elegant modern furnishings, chrome accents, geometric layout work and vibrant orange and electric blue accents throughout the space. Guest rooms welcome people with iconic art along with bold pops of vibrant colors, such as vivid reds and turquoises. Even assembly spaces energize thanks to red furnishings, classy accents and motivated wall art.



The Inn at 500 Capitol The Inn at 500 Capitol in Boise, Idaho opened earlier this season with superbly bright squares both inside and outside the hotel, like the bold red flower boxes hanging from the balcony of each room. All flooring feature a massive mural that welcomes guests since the lift doors open. A number of the murals reflect the culture and history of Idaho's state capital. Guest rooms enchant with pops of orange, yellow and magenta. The hotel even boasts a Boise State University-themed area all decked out in blues and oranges of the hometown team.



The Dwell Hotel The Dwell Hotel is a brilliant boutique home set in the charming Southern city of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Originally Fort James, this former Civil War fortification was changed to a hotel in 1909, altering styles and titles through the years. Now, this reimagined space bursts with life and color. Beautiful brick walls, geometric statement backgrounds and brightly colored artwork give The Dwell Hotel a lively personality and also a look that's far from cookie-cutter. Bright marigold yellows and cyans, even profound magentas and millennial pinks, give this hotel allure.



Pasea Hotel & Spa One step inside the posh Pasea Hotel & Spa at Huntington Beach, California and you'll feel as though you're on the beach thanks to the cool seaside hues through the hotel, a nod to the luxury home's oceanfront site. As guests enter the hotel, they're treated to a vibrant mural bursting with blues, greens and oranges, reflective of the ocean, sand and palm trees just outside the doors. Guest rooms feature teals and aquamarines, even ocean wave prints that connect guests with all the laid-back culture of Surf City USA.



Sparkling Pinecones

Sparkling Pinecones Dress up a very simple place setting with a pinecone and name tag cut from scrapbook paper and attached to a whitewashed pinecone studded with silver dragees. Photo by Matthew Mead



Dinner Music Antique sheet music produces a chic, unconventional foundation with this white-and-silver location setting. Top the audio with a silver charger, an ironstone dinner plate and a silver bread plate. Then, roll up a monogrammed linen napkin at a plain silver ring. Photo from Marian Parsons; Produce a Classic Silver and White Tablescape>>



Rustic Elegance Treat your guests to the luxury of using different bowls and plates for every program. Serve soup in simple wooden bowls, then follow with a salad on a delicate ironstone plate and complete with dinner on a square wooden plate. A crystal goblet adds a bit of elegance, but the wheat pattern ties in to the organic theme. Photo from Marian Parsons; Make Rustic Christmas Table Decorations>>



Dip-Dyed Vintage Flatware Whether you utilize old flatware or vintage finds from a thrift shop, you are able to amp up your holiday table setting with dip dye. Make it simple and use the spray paint variant. Get the directions here>>



Cross-Stitch Poinsettia Napkins Bring a touch of modern folk art to the table. This poinsettia design is simple and also an adorable addition to your holiday dinner. Download our free printable poinsettia, and follow our easy instructions to make your own napkins.



Simply Chic Subtle seasonal touches, like sprigs of holly tucked into silver napkin rings, a mini poinsettia centerpiece and garland wreaths along the sideboard, give this simple table atmosphere silent elegance. Photo courtesy of Tara Riceberg



Holiday Minimalism Transform regular white dishes and garnish using a very simple napkin ring embellishment. On top of that, it's temporary: just hot glue a little scrapbooking embellishment into the tops of plain rings. When the holidays are over, simply remove the embellishments and store them for next year. Photo by Layla Palmer



Cottage Christmas This three-tiered centerpiece unites silver ornament balls, sparkling starfish, strands of jewellery and holiday greenery whilst adding a creative and classic touch into a cottage-style dining room. Layout by HGTV enthusiast single_mom_on_a_budget



Simply Elegant HGTV enthusiast Leanne Michael Interiors wanted to maintain the simplicity of this neutral dining room during the holiday season. Bird nests and branches were dusted with powder for a Christmas glow. Gold candles and sparkling accessories provide just the ideal amount of elegance.



Winter Wonderland White on white makes a simple yet striking table atmosphere during the vacations. HGTV fan single_mom_on_a_budget stacked ceramic white plates and completed each setting using a wrapped gift box for a striking touch.



Blue Christmas Designer Katrina Giles used freezing blue, silver and black as her vacation color scheme. The white and blue plates pop against the shimmery black placemats , and silver snowflake wrap paper works as an simple table runner that is ideal for a fast clean up.



Au Naturel Bring the outdoors in with a woodsy, nature-inspired centerpiece. HGTV enthusiast JenniH used decorative vine and ornament balls together with feathers, garland and birds for a stunning table display. The silver, white and gold colour palette provides a pleasing colour comparison.



Touch of Drama Create a dramatic holiday centerpiece by combining bold reddish accessories. Bright red ornament balls, berry sprigs along with glittery tinsel garland surround a plain white candle in a transparent crystal world to create an eye shadow centerpiece.



Bountiful Centerpiece Designer Melissa Michaels stylishly dressed her up kitchen table for the holiday season. "Take an ordinary wreath and fill the center with vegetables and fruit like apples, limes and artichokes, and weave some sparkly garland round the wreath for a unique centerpiece," she says.



Non-Traditional Colors "Christmas doesn't always have to be green and red," says designer Cindy Aplanalp. "You can extend your fall decorations to the winter by using gold as a holiday color." Cindy's holiday table setting brings in traces of Christmas hues, but allows natural tones of golden yellow and brown to shine through.



Golden Touch HGTV enthusiast glam-tastic relied on gold as the primary colour for this particular holiday tablescape. A decorated garland centerpiece and berry sprigs from the chandelier add conventional holiday flair into an elegant dining area.



Silver and White Having a daring, eye-catching centerpiece, HGTV enthusiast JenniH kept the table configurations simple with piled white stripes on round silver platters. Little sterling silver vases hold individual Lily of the Valley flowers for every single guest.



Jingle Bells HGTV enthusiast dianneh piled several patterned plates for individualized holiday table settings. An oversized bell retains the personalized title cards for each guest.



Straightforward Settings Designer Katrina Giles utilized robin's egg blue decoration balls as title card holders for each place setting. The title cards are made of black cherry yardstick and silver letter stickers and can be used from season to season.



Sky-High Centerpiece HGTV enthusiast Tablescapes used piled cake plates to put together a dazzling tabletop display. When decorating with traditional holiday sunglasses, combine red decoration chunks, berry sprigs, red beads and ribbon for an extravagant centerpiece.



Glamorous Dining HGTV fan KeithC attracted holiday flair. Red-wire decorative ribbon marks every individual location setting. A flat, rectangular mirror is topped with white roses and berries for a centerpiece that is glamorous.



Minimal Decor HGTV enthusiast happyeastcoasttransplant added red ribbon to every white chair and red-berry garland over the four mirrors. Until guests arrive, glass jars filled with holiday candy serve as table toppers.



Fanciful Feast Nothing says elegance like gold tones. HGTV fan Knaugher paired gold and burgundy for a beautiful table screen.



Winter Snow HGTV enthusiast AprilD26 used winter ice and snow because the inspiration for her holiday tablescape. Crystal glasses, a blue table runner and silver accents make a stylish and elegant dining experience.



Black and White HGTV enthusiast mlwzinger opted for black and white decor rather than typical holiday colors. A dab of gold adds holiday shimmer to each place setting whereas the white and black theme matches with the modernity of the space.