Rabalais purchased the home in March 2017 and turned the keys over to James and company, giving them plenty of time to complete the renovations before the holiday season. Using Benjamin Moore’s “Plaster of Paris” on the walls and “Rocky Beach” on the doors and trim, the design team changed the look from avant-garde to French-Southern chic. In the garden room, existing oak floors from the original construction in 1981 were refinished. The floors were then matched and extended throughout the home.
The next order of business involved updating the kitchen. “We made it lighter and more functional,” says James. “Adding obscured glass to the long row of existing cabinet doors created a clean look.”
Rabalais moved into her new abode in July 2017, and as the holidays approached, she and James worked up some festive ideas. “I like traditional red and gold decorations,” says the homeowner, “and I like to keep it simple yet warm.” With these preferences in mind, James used a mix of fresh and faux greenery. From sugared fruit to beribboned wreaths, each room received at least a few Noel-inspired nods. “Melinda and her team made it all work so beautifully together,” says Rabalais.
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