ROOMS TO LOVE East Side Serenity
Kira David Design renovated this home into a whimsical paradise . PHOTOGRAPH BY MICHAEL J . LEE
FROM THE DESIGNER : “ These clients ( now turned dear friends ) reached out in the height of the pandemic to design the first level of their new home as they transitioned from New York to the east side of Providence . I couldn ’ t have been luckier to work with them — they have impeccable taste , allocated a proper budget for the project and shared my design philosophies and sensibilities . The renovation began by removing some questionable previous moves , such as a gas fireplace ( with a matching glass block window ) plopped in the middle of the dining room and a series of poorly constructed cabinets in the living room . We then added a layer of architectural character throughout the first level with custom wall paneling and millwork . We quadrupled their amount of storage by designing custom cabinetry , and added a touch of whimsy with William Morris ’ Pimpernel wallcovering in the mudroom . For the final layer we incorporated custom furnishings , window coverings and area rugs , which added warmth , texture and functionality to the home .”
FROM THE CLIENT : “ This image depicts what is undoubtedly my favorite view in our Rhode Island home . I can distinctly remember sitting in our kitchen , looking up from my morning cup of coffee and letting out a tiny gasp when I was able to truly take in the finished product that was our first-floor renovation . The classic millwork in our foyer alongside the bold wallpaper in our mudroom is the perfect representation of the vision that Kira brought to life for us . Kira ’ s design married our traditional style with a modern sophistication that made the house feel like a home that was truly ours .”
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