Wood Accented Home Office & Art Studio
2. Winning Proposal



2 initial proposals
were submitted from designers based on the questionnaire, feedback, and comments.
3. 3D Model



Iulia B. was chosen
to refine the design with Thomas and complete the e‑decor package online.
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Project Title
Wood Accented Home Office & Art Studio Project Description
I have a fairly large living room/dining room. It is currently empty so I am starting with nothing. A traditional living room really doesn't work for my lifestyle. I am recently separated (thus the empty room), although I had a beautiful living room before, we used the room maybe 5 times in 10 years. In saying that I want to make the space usable. I would like to use the room as combined office/art studio. The room is also right off the dining room. I am including that in this project in case you have some creative ideas on how to combine the two spaces. Because I will need some kind of work table in the studio, I am thinking that could also act as a dining table, then maybe the current dining area could be used for something else. I am not sure, that is why I need you guys.
Below is a list of things that are important to me.
1. I really need storage for both books and art supplies. I
2. I am imagining the wall to the left of my front door as you enter the room would work well with cabinets/book shelves, but would also like an area to put a television.
3. I am a graphic artist and I work with two monitors and with my laptop open next to me so I need space for that.
4. A coworker often comes and works with me at my house, I need a space for her to work on her laptop.
5. I need an area where I can place my easel for when I want to paint (maybe the current dining area?)
6. A table on hydraulics might be a good solution for me. Sometimes when I work on art I like to stand. Sometimes I like to sit.
7. I am not sure there will be enough room, but it would be nice if we could somehow incorporate a love seat so that the space could also be used to relax and watch TV. Alternately if we can find chairs that can be used for both working on the computer, but would also be comfortable enough to turn around when someone wants to relax and watch TV that would be good.
8. I like an eclectic look and I really love mid century modern.
What are some of the interior design brands or stores that you like to shop at?
1st Dibs, IKEA, Article, Room & Board
Which colors do you dislike?
Deep Pink, Hot Pink, Pink
What are your favorite colors for walls?
Custom Color #1, Custom Color #2, Custom Color #3, Custom Color #4, Custom Color #5, Custom Color #6, Custom Color #7, Custom Color #8, Taupe, Bright Orange, Antique White
What are your favorite colors for furniture and accents?
Wood, Antique White Dimensions
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Room Label
My Combined Living/Dining I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral
Masculine What type of sunlight does this room receive?
Morning light What do you currently dislike about the room?
Everything in the room is going. I want to use the space as a studio/office and not as a living room/dining room. See my notes below.It's not that I don't like the room, it's just that a traditional living room/dining room doesn't work for me. We have lived here for over 10 years and have sat in there only a few times.
What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?
I don't have any existing furniture. The floor has to stay, it is porcelain tile that is new. It basically looks like saturnia and is neutral. Are you open to changing your wall colors?
Yes Do you have a preference for either paint or wall covering, or are you open to both?
Open to both Are you open to changing your floor covering?
No Attach a floor plan
Additional comments to designers
Everything in the room is going. I want to use the space as a studio/office and not as a living room/dining room. See my notes below.I have a fairly large living room/dining room. It is currently empty so I am starting with nothing. A traditional living room really doesn't work for my lifestyle. I am recently separated (thus the empty room), although I had a beautiful living room before, we used the room maybe 5 times in 10 years. In saying that I want to make the space usable.
I would like to use the room as combined office/art studio. The room is also right off the dining room. I am including that in this project in case you have some creative ideas on how to combine the two spaces. Because I will need some kind of work table in the studio, I am thinking that could also act as a dining table, then maybe the current dining area could be used for something else. I am not sure, that is why I need you guys.
Below is a list of things that are important to me.
1. I really need storage for both books and art supplies. The two photos at the very end are of my 'art cart'. I am not suggesting we use it (it's not attractive) Basically it is just a giant tool box. I have not had a dedicated space to create art before and the reason I got it is so that I could wheel it into the kitchen when I wanted to work. However I would say that 75% of my art supplies do fit in and I like that it has wheels.
2. I am imagining the wall to the left of my front door as you enter the room would work well with cabinets/book shelves, but would also like an area to put a television.
3. I am a graphic artist and I work with two monitors and with my laptop open next to me so I need space for that.
4. A coworker often comes and works with me at my house, I need a space for her to work on her laptop.
5. I need an area where I can place my easel for when I want to paint (maybe the current dining area?)
6. A table on hydraulics might be a good solution for me. Sometimes when I work on art I like to stand. Sometimes I like to sit. Even though it will be in the 'living room' (maybe?) I can also use that as a place to serve dinner so I can use the current dining room as the area where I set up my easel.
7. I am not sure there will be enough room, but it would be nice if we could somehow incorporate a love seat so that the space could also be used to relax and watch TV. Alternately if we can find chairs that can be used for both working on the computer, but would also be comfortable enough to turn around when someone wants to relax and watch TV that would be good. This however is optional, I don't want it to be cluttered.
8. I like an eclectic look and I really love mid century modern.
9. I LOVE gallery walls and definitely want to include one.
10. In the dining room where I will be painting, I would like something I can wipe off easily for the floor (so definitely not carpeting) I will use drop cloths anyway, but just in case it would be good to have something there.
11. I am going to put the photos I added above into a power point with a few ideas I have for you. I don't want to stifle your creativity at all, I just want to share some ideas I have.
12. Lighting is going to be important. Currently there is no light in the ceiling in the living room area at all. Although I like the existing dining room light, I think it may look odd if we are not going to have a table there because it was meant to be in the middle of the table. Most of the time I work on art in the evenings and not as much during the day.
13. I am not sure about permanent wallpaper, but I have been seeing a lot of removable wallpaper. We may want to incorporate that somewhere but don't need to. Just paint is fine too.





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Tobais 8 X 10 Rescued Leather & Hemp Rug
2 Barber Rug
3 Drawer Chest
4 Bookcase
5 Work/Dining Table
6 Decorative Mirrors
7 Floor Mat
8 Side Table
9 Work Chair
10 Dining/Accent Chairs
11 Floor Lamp
12 Floor Lamp
13 Recessed Lights
2 Barber Rug
3 Drawer Chest
4 Bookcase
5 Work/Dining Table
6 Decorative Mirrors
7 Floor Mat
8 Side Table
9 Work Chair
10 Dining/Accent Chairs
11 Floor Lamp
12 Floor Lamp
13 Recessed Lights


Combined Living/Dining:
Since your room is large your color options with this room are quite broad
For your main color, we chose to use black because it is authoritative, sophisticated, and powerful. It is a good neutral counterpart to any other color. Black can help to give depth to a room as well as make a dramatic statement.
Use an eggshell finish paint which has a very light touch of shine (similar texture to an eggshell as implied by its name). This finish is very often used for walls and is more durable and easier to clean than matte finish
For your main color, we chose to use black because it is authoritative, sophisticated, and powerful. It is a good neutral counterpart to any other color. Black can help to give depth to a room as well as make a dramatic statement.
Use an eggshell finish paint which has a very light touch of shine (similar texture to an eggshell as implied by its name). This finish is very often used for walls and is more durable and easier to clean than matte finish
Combined Living/Dining Colors:
Color | Name | Company / Code | Link | Area |
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Black Satin | Benjamin Moore / 2131-10 | https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/color-overview/find-your-color/color/2131-10/black-satin?color=2131-10&source=%2Fen-us%2Fcolor-overview%2Ffind-your-color%2Fcolor-families%2Fbla%2Fblack | Walls |
Shopping List:
Decorilla Discount | Photo | Name | Description | Link | Dimensions | Decorilla Discount |
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28% Off | ![]() | Uttermost Collection Tobais 8 X 10 Rescued Leather & Hemp Rug | Hand Woven Rescued Italian Leather And Natural Hemp. This Rug Is Not Recommended For High Traffic Areas. | Order & Save | 96" W x 120" H x 0.375" D | 28% Off |
35% Off | ![]() | Surya Collections Barber Rug | 100% Polypropylene Machine Woven Plush Pile Pile Height: 1.18" Fringe Length: 4.33" Made in Turkey | Order & Save | 63" L x 87" W | 35% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Drawer Chest | Scallop cut-out shape on the base rail Stained drawer interiors and wood glides Quarter pine veneer Product Details Tipover Restraint Device Included: Yes Removeable Hardware: Yes Assembly Required: Yes Product Warranty: 90 Days Drawers Included Number of Drawers: 11 Dovetail Drawer Joints: Yes Purposeful Distressing Wood Scoring & Rub Through (Technique used to give item a distressed look.) | Order & Save | 68'' H x 32'' W x 16'' D | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Bookcase | Features Enclosed back with cord access Product Details Frame Material: Manufactured Wood Shelf Material: Wood Assembly Required: Yes Wall-Mounting Required: Yes | Order & Save | 70.375'' H x 19.625'' W x 15.625'' D | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Work/Dining Table | Product Details Top Material: Manufactured Wood + Solid Wood Base Material: Metal Height Adjustable: Yes Built-In Outlets: Yes Assembly Required: Yes | Order & Save | 49" H x 59" W x 28" D | 15% Off |
28% Off | ![]() | Uttermost Collection Decorative Mirrors | Frame Features A Plated, Oxidized Copper Finish With A Rust Gray Wash. Mirror Is Convex. Two Sets Of Two Are Shown. | Order & Save | 17.375" W x 17.375" H x 2" D | 28% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Floor Mat | Features Includes one chair mat Material: Plastic Post-consumer recycled content percent: 0% Pre-Consumer Recycled Content Percent: 15% Mats special features: Wide Lip Chair mats are shipped rolled up | Order & Save | 45" x 53" | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Side Table | Product Details Top Material: Manufactured Wood Base Material: Metal Assembly Required: Yes | Order & Save | 23.75'' W x 23.75'' D | 15% Off |
36% Off | ![]() | Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Work Chair Quantity: 2 | Product Details Product Care: Spot clean with a damp cloth or sponge. Blot to remove excess water, air dry. Blot spills immediately with a clean colorfast towel or sponge. To prevent fading, keep fabric out of direct sunlight. Assembly Required: Yes Removable Cushions: Yes Weight Capacity: 300 lb. | Order & Save | 31.89'' H x 24.8'' W x 28.74'' D | 36% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Dining/Accent Chairs Quantity: 4 | Features Curved arms Waterfall seat reduces leg strain Contoured design Product Details Weight Capacity: 250 lb. Main Material Main Material: Plastic Main Material Details: Plastic | Order & Save | 31.25'' H x 24.5'' W x 25'' D | 15% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Revelation Floor Lamp | Decorative Floor Lamp: designed to be the focal point in any room, this lighting accessory with walnut tripod base creates a relaxing ambiance | Order & Save | 63 in. H x 20 in. W x 20 in | 25% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Floor Lamp | Features Not suitable for outdoor use Product Details Product Type: Task/Reading Number of Lights: 1 Switch Type: Foot Switch Fixture Material: Metal | Order & Save | 73'' H x 15'' W x 39'' D | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Recessed Lights | Features Easy Install: Patented Push-N-Click clips which are fully adjustable and extra wide to grip uneven surfaces and provides for simple tool-free installation Adjustable Trim: directional swivel gimbal provides the ability to focus and direct light - perfect for highlighting artwork, photographs or furniture Easy Install: patented Push-N-Click clips are fully adjustable and extra wide to grip uneven surfaces and provides for simple tool-free installation. The actual hole size is 4.25-inches. Full trim size is 5.08 inches Robust construction: galvanized steel, longer shaft, a large accessible electrical box with removable side panels and patented, adjustable tempered steel clips Bulb requirements: 10x 60W Equivalent PAR30 GU10 Bulbs (sold separately) Commercial only Certifications: No | Order & Save | Overall Height - Top to Bottom 7.65'' Overall Width - Side to Side 11.57'' Overall Product Weight 1.7 lb. Ceiling Cut Out Diameter 5.66'' Ceiling Cut Out Height 7.52'' | 15% Off |
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