The Functional Home
These custom shelves are an example of elegant yet functional solutions we are providing through Finery (Shelf designed in conjunction with artisan Kyle Nutter, photo by Annie Bacon).
When working with clients I ask a lot of questions. Questions not only about what colors and textures make them feel good, but also about their lifestyle and the needs of their family.
While there are basic requirements that are common to most modern day families, each is unique and has a more specific layer of needs. For example, do you frequently entertain? Do your kids play sports or musical instruments? Do they manage their own laundry and therefore need a “kids’ laundry room”? (you can only hope, right?). All of these considerations come into play. Tapping into your list of functional desires is a passion of mine. To learn more about my new Finery product line and how it evolved from this passion, check out the update at the bottom.
Whether you are remodeling or building a new home, think about special areas of functional importance. I have had clients fully deck out their mudrooms, making sure to have chargers for kids’ phones, cabinets for tennis racquets, and vented drawers for stinky shoes. Recently I designed a laundry room where the client planned a special area for an LG Styler – a built-in steam cabinet where you hang your clothes inside and they come out perfect (wow – who knew?). For me, I have a list of things I’d like for my next house.
