Lorelei....Lonely Moose Designs

Blogging Day One......

First blogging day. Currently working on a design project for a loft space that has issues with its combined living room and dining room area. I may have to change the swing of the entryway door to make things work. Biggest problem- there is a carved out niche for the tv to sit in and my client feels compelled to KEEP the tv THERE....which is why I HATE pre-determined niches for entertainment centers, stereos, etc. It just makes a designers job harder and limits the clients usage of the space. Beautiful exposed brick on the walls and new hardwood floors add to the charm. I'm sure I can make something work......




****UPDATE*****Finally! Here are 3 pictures from the completed loft project.

Solution: Door swing is changed, coat hooks are behind the door. Door opens to the tv area, which DOES revolve around the architectural niche and is its own area. L-shaped couch with bookcase storage behind it creates another living space. Bookcase also creates a divider or hallway that separates the bathroom door from the living area. Eating space is now bar-style, since client did not need a formal dining room. Almost all the furnishings act as storage or can be opened up for guest sleeping. Materials chosen are primarily leather and twill...this highlights the 12 ft rough exposed brick and glass wall that spans the entire loft.