My client had been looking for a long time to find the perfect home. This home offered everything even a full basement with direct access to the yard. In order to transform the basement into a perfect and private apartment, we needed to make some huge changes. And that is where we come in. Several things needed to be changed to make this a private apartment. Fix the view from the kitchen, as you would look directly into this bedroom. The stairs would also lead...
My client had been looking for a long time to find the perfect home: a warm and welcoming home with just the right size yard. This home she found is gorgeous and just the right size for her and her family, with a playful split level lay-out. This client bought this house with having me as a designer in mind. How sweet is that? She had been following my work for years and couldn’t wait for this partnership where I would home to her new home and crack the code of...
Sometimes you’re stuck with your home and want to change and update the colors and the flow of your interior. Or you just moved to a new home and the space is not working like you thought it would be. There’s a million ideas and you need help finding the right style, the right direction and accessories for your home and lifestyle, without a full home remodel. NIBIO has the perfect solution! A fun and exciting VIP DESIGN DAY where we create custom designs just for...
After designing so many beautiful laundry rooms and mud rooms for clients, it was finally time for mine! I never liked my laundry to begin with! The choice of materials and lay-out have bothered me since day one. In The Netherlands you don’t have big laundry rooms, maybe a converted closet with a stacked washer and dryer or spot on your landing. Most homes still have the washing machine in the kitchen. Luckily my husband and I are a very experienced DIY-team. We...
This homeowner is an amazing semi-professional home chef, but in order to enhance his craft, create new recipes and improve his skills this kitchen isn’t working anymore. The kitchen triangle is off, the island is in the way, and there just isn’t enough countertop space. After several design ideas and contractor ideas, they got stuck with the execution and felt something spectacular was missing from the designs and so they contracted me. They were looking for a...
Bathroom remodel: From dark to Moroccan inspired This homeowner had been dreaming of a relaxing and Zen-like bathroom for the longest time. Relaxing after a long day with 3 younger kids seemed out of reach. The dark and dated shower made showering as a necessity and an unpleasant cave experience. Until one day she decided to go for it and contact me to see if I could make her dreams come true. This bathroom has been like this for at least 13 years, that was from...
Bathroom Remodel: A dream comes true, clawfoot tub heaven This homeowner reached out to me for help and guidance. After their bathtub/shower combination started leaking and the dogs got to the walls, she knew it was time for a remodel. They never did any changes to this bathroom after they moved in as it was working just fine for the kids. They even lived with the weird alcove that never quite blossomed as storage and linen closet. At first they have hoped we...
Main Floor Remodel: Out-of-the box solutions This homeowner reached out to me, because their home and the flow in this small kitchen wasn’t working anymore. The main concern for the mom is that she can’t keep an eye on the children, while prepping and cooking in the kitchen. And with a large family and all on different schedules, she uses the kitchen a lot. Back in the 80s this home was considered a high-end home and was luxurious with a grand entry and several...
Excited to be staring this new furniture design journey with my clients. The homeowners moved in 5 days ago and have asked me to help them with a new style for their new home. A home with a view over one of the lakes. The prefer mid-century modern with a twist. I have a blank canvas to start with, as long as we maxime seating space with view over the lake. JULY UPDATE I designed 5 different floor plans and each has an unique lay-out, yet they can all be mixed and...
NEW PROJECT: KITCHEN SPACE REMODEL: DREAM KITCHEN FOR HER, OPEN-CONCEPT FOR HIM Helping my clients to come up with a better kitchen lay-out for their cherished home. Despite this large kitchen, there is no space for mom to sit and eat at the eating bar. – The kitchen will get a make-over with a more logical footprint and a better configuration to compliment this gorgeous house. – We will relocate the mudroom to the garage to benefit the kitchen...
