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Last question for now (apologies!)

What are the personal like… styles/ vibes of their homes? Or like, how would they decorate the inside of it? Or would they at all?

(me personally, if I just won the Hunger games, the first thing I'm doing is an AD Open Door Victor's Village edition lmao)

(( Author's Note : Don't be sorry, I love questions like these! It helps me attach visuals to characters which is really fun. For this, I pulled some Pinterest pics and did some light research on the districts, but also feel free to interpret/imagine what you feel is right!!))

Jin

I picture that the Victor homes vary depending on their district, which would make sense considering the districts are in different landscapes so not all homes can be built the same

For District One, I picture little mansions with lots of glass walls for natural light. This district is apparently in the center of the U.S. (Wyoming, Idaho, Utah) so I can see some natural materials, sun roof windows, low and wide mid-century modern houses

I think stylistically, Jin would decorate his home with lots of white and browns, a colorful rug or accent furniture here and there, but he doesn't overdo it in fear of being tacky

fireplace is probably boarded up for um, obvious reasons (war flash backs lol)

I think his favorite part of his home is the kitchen. In the games, starvation was especially tough on him, so now I think he seeks comfort in food. I can see him taking cooking classes or hiring a personal chef, maybe even throwing dinner parties.

If you were to move in with him, I think he'd be okay with you changing whatever you wanted, as long as he gets to keep all his fancy kitchen appliances

Namjoon

I dont think he'd care a lot about the style of his home, I also see him rarely being there since he has so much work to do in the capitol

District Three is apparently in the midwest, and there's lots of factories that make high end technology for the capitol

Therefore, I think the victor homes there would be simple, modern/industrial condo-style homes? Lots of grays and blacks with granite accents.

I don't think Namjoon would go out of his way to purchase furniture or decor, just accepting the furnishings it already came with. He's not a sentimental guy and a part of him is always aware that his home is technically the capitol's property, not his.

I think a cool highlight of his home would be the technology. Like his tv is just a hologram or there's just some cool tech that locks all the doors and turns on the lights on at once. other disctrict victors don't even get that, it's just district three since they rule technology

If you were to move in, Namjoon would gladly welcome any change in decor, letting you know that he never saw the point before you

Jimin

So I personally feel like District Four would make more sense in a tropical place like Florida or something, therefore I feel like there would be a "jungle/beachouse" vibe to the victor homes here

Victors row would be in a vegetated area of four, not too far from the water. I don't see the capitol wanting to have victors living right on the coast since that's most likely reserved for shipments, boating, fishing and yeah....the water is probably heavily monitered in case people get ideas...

Jimin more or less kept everything the same, though he did let his desinger team go crazy with the jungle concept

I can see Jimin liking the color green and also taking care of plants, since he's pretty lonely back at Four it gives him a little sense of innocent purpose

Again, he's def more at the Capitol than here tho, often times this feels more like a vacation home

All the guest rooms get used as extra storage for all the gifts he received from capitol women. hopes to one day fill them with kids tho :(

If you were to move in, Jimin would be estatic and gladly join in any renovation plans. He'd want to be included in the choices, pick the wrong wallpaper even and he'd be pissy about it lol

Hoseok

District Eight is full of factories and textiles, so I see victor's homes being industrial condos with brick walls, exposed pipes and wooden beams

Hoseok will try to decorate and make it feel cozy, just for the sake of his siblings though

I feel like he probably gave his siblings the bigger rooms and took one of the smallest in the home

Anything his little brothers or sisters want, it's theirs no question asked

I can see him becoming a little home maker honestly. He wakes his siblings up in the morning, makes them breakfast, sends them to school, then comes back home and cleans their rooms / common spaces, does some grocery shopping, laundry ect. ect.

It's very cute and mother hen of him but he really just can't handle freetime bc then his mind wonders to dark places...

so he throws himself into caring for his siblings

If you were to move in with him, he'd welcome you and any changes you might want to have on the common spaces, but obvi is protective of his siblings' stuff.

Yoongi

Six is said to be highly populated and overly dense, borderline too many people live here. I picture it as a city too, transportation being their main hub so there's probably even a subway system

Therefore I think the captitol would make a victor buidling or something. District Six doesnt have many victors and the place is already so dense, I think a good solution would be to make one big high rise of apartments where all the living victors have their own units

Yoongi probably threw away everything in the apartment

I can see him having some chairs and a single bed. prob doesn't even have a tv bc keeps breaking them in rage every time the capitol makes an "announcement" lol

Fridge is also always empty. Boy can go days without eating so it doesn't even occur to him to have groceries on hand

Pics below are what the place should look like, before he fucked it up

If you were to move in, good luck on even hanging up a single picture. Give it a week before Yoongi flies into another rage and rips everything to shreds.

Taehyung

I think District Eleven victor homes would be like large, farmhouses on hills away from the rest of the town

I picture feilds upon feilds in this district, since it's all about farming so it's probably very big in terms of land

I also don't think the capitol had many of these houses made, correctly assumming that Eleven wouldn't have many victors

I think Taehyung actually loves his home, quite liking the simplicity and size of it

I can see him starting a little garden in the back yard, or even getting some chickens to keep him busy

He probably would read to his mother too, he most likely set her up in the master bedroom and waits on her hand and foot

If you were to move in, he wouldn't mind little changes here and there. But at his core, he is a minimalist and would rather you not clutter up his space. Don't you two (three including his mom lol) have everything you need already? There's no shame in the simple life.

Jungkook

District Two is up in the mountains! Very cold and harsh winters, thin air but I'd imagine its very beautiful

The homes here are built in luxury cabin style at the base of the mountains. District Two also has the most victors, so I imagine their victors' village is quite the neighborhood

Jungkook is fond of the views he gets from his home. I think he'd like hiking too so he enjoys the proximity to nature

As for the interior, Jungkook doesn't really care. I know, most of the victors on this list don't care but like, kill 23ish kids in a game and ig it puts things into perspective lol

Like Yoongi, all he really needed was a good bed and he'd be okay. I don't think he got rid of the furniture the capitol provided, but he doesn't have an opinion on it either

If you were to move in, Jungkok would just hand you the cash to buy whatever decor you want, just as long as it's not "too girly"

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Love is leaving a light on for the other late at night when the day has taken longer than expected

Love is making favorite foods, no matter how unhealthy to help make some part of the day enjoyable

Love is freshly brewed tea and blankets when it's rained and it has done nothing but dampen several hard hours

Love is helping to put a jacket on, tying shoes and packing there bags so they can feel confident leaving the house

Love is turning off the TV and putting on the fireplace, letting silence replace the senseless noise and the warmth break the cold depression of pain

Love is sitting at there side when they can't speak, questions can wait, its your hand they need to hold until they feel stable again.

Love is surprising them with the little things in life just so they can be reminded of what they love again

Love is holding your tounge because you've been through enough already to let an argument crack your resolve, showing maturity by not shouting and listening to them not just saying your own piece.

Love is opening the dusting boxes holding pictures of the past and being able to help pack away the bad memories with the ones you wish to make

Love is learning each other's limits, accepting and preparing, helping to break them when asked and being there to support when they struggle to test them.

Love is being brave and asking the hard questions. Asking the awkward, the embarrassing, the painful, the sad, the funny, wanting to learn everything you possibly can to make the relationship work.

Love is understanding fear. Listening to them. Talking about them. Supporting the idea of conquering them without pressure to do so.

Love is driving out in in a storm to be at there side because they can't be without you any longer.

Love is talking about change. Understanding the fear of it or the need for it. Taking steps together to create changes to make life easier for each other.

Love is compromise. Making difficult decisions to make something work might require letting something else go. It requires discussion and maturity, planning and thought how to gain something your both happy with.

Love is seeing beauty in anothers scars. The stories are never easy and the scars may never heal but being able to see past damage to admire the soul behind.

Love is in how we touch. Physical connection is as important as the emotional one and it's important to keep a sense of safety and comfort in the physical connection that doesn't require sexual advance.

Love is a song on the radio that makes you think of them. Makes you visualize memories good and bad, makes you want the song on replay because it puts you in a place your happy to be.

Love is seeking passion in the dark. Feeling free when naked and finding pleasure in submission to each other.

Love is offering and listening to advice in hard times. You may have grown to think you know what to do, but having someones voice to trust when they offer an opinion can mean the world of difference when lines are thin and time is short.

Love is hearing there name and feeling your heart race. Feeling a warmth and excitement every time you say it.

Love is those quiet moments where you can do nothing but stare. Mind racing but it can't settle on anything but them. Getting caught looking and being unable to look away.

Love is finding them on your mind at the weirdest times of day. Shopping. Showering. Collecting a parcel. You wonder about there wellness and how they are when there not with you.

Love is making sure plans include each others routines. Making sure you can support each other on certain days and being prepared to swap things about to accommodate sudden changes when life chooses to test you.

Love is being one. Treating the other half as if they were a part of you and making sure they feeling as happy or comfortable as you physically and mentally is not always easy but it becomes a proof of loyalty and respect for years to come.

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Room by Room: Unlock the Secrets to Designing Every Space with Purpose

When it comes to interior design, every room in your home serves a specific purpose. Whether it’s a sanctuary for rest, a place for creativity, or a space for gathering, the key to creating a harmonious and functional home lies in designing each room with intention. Thoughtfully curated spaces not only look good, but they also function well and elevate your lifestyle.

Designing with purpose means aligning each room with its intended function while considering the mood, flow, and practical needs of its occupants. Let’s break down the secrets to designing each room in your home with intention, creating spaces that are not only beautiful but also deeply functional.

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1. Living Room: The Heart of the Home

The living room is often the most used space in the home. It’s where you relax, entertain guests, and spend quality time with family. When designing your living room, think about comfort, flow, and atmosphere.

Function: Start by thinking about how you use the space. If you often entertain, ensure there is plenty of seating and an open layout to facilitate conversation. If it’s a space for quiet relaxation, opt for a cozy, welcoming design with comfortable furniture like a soft sofa or lounge chairs.

Mood: Lighting plays a huge role in setting the tone of your living room. Layer your lighting with overhead fixtures, floor lamps, and table lamps to create warmth and ambiance. Add soft textiles, like cushions and throws, to make the room feel inviting and relaxing.

Flow: Make sure your furniture arrangement promotes easy movement throughout the space. Keep the focal point—such as a fireplace, TV, or art piece—central, and arrange seating around it. Avoid clutter and keep pathways open for a balanced layout.

Pro Tip: Use multi-functional furniture in smaller living rooms—think storage ottomans, or coffee tables with hidden compartments. This keeps your space organized without sacrificing style.

2. Bedroom: A Personal Retreat

Your bedroom should be a space that fosters rest and rejuvenation. A well-designed bedroom is more than just a place to sleep; it’s your personal sanctuary.

Function: Focus on comfort and relaxation. Start with a comfortable bed and high-quality bedding—this is the heart of your bedroom. Add nightstands for convenience and consider a reading chair or cozy nook if you enjoy winding down with a book.

Mood: Soft, calming colors such as blues, grays, or muted neutrals are ideal for creating a peaceful, serene atmosphere. Use layered lighting to adjust the mood—consider wall sconces or bedside lamps with dimmers to avoid harsh light.

Storage: Keep clutter to a minimum. Opt for furniture with built-in storage, like a bed with drawers underneath, or an armoire. A clutter-free room enhances your sense of calm and peace.

Pro Tip: Incorporate natural materials like wood or linen to add texture and warmth. A comfortable rug underfoot can make your bedroom feel cozier and more inviting.

3. Kitchen: The Heart of Functionality

The kitchen is a high-traffic, multi-functional space where form must meet function. Whether you’re an avid cook or simply use the kitchen for quick meals, designing it for optimal efficiency is key.

Function: Focus on the kitchen triangle—sink, stove, and refrigerator—ensuring these three areas are placed within easy reach. Maximize counter space for meal prep and storage with cabinets or open shelving.

Mood: Kitchens can be lively spaces, so feel free to inject some personality through color or texture. Bold backsplashes, unique cabinet hardware, or a colorful island can add visual interest while keeping the design practical.

Flow: Consider the work zones—prep, cooking, and cleaning—and organize your kitchen layout accordingly. An island or breakfast bar can help create a central hub for the family to gather and interact.

Pro Tip: Keep your countertops clear of unnecessary items to maintain a clean, functional space. Use baskets or jars for storing essentials like utensils or spices, which can also double as decorative accents.

4. Dining Room: Where Conversation Flows

The dining room is where people gather to share meals, stories, and create memories. Designing a dining space with purpose means fostering an environment that encourages connection and conversation.

Function: The dining table should be the focal point of the room. Choose a table that fits the size of your family and any frequent guests, and be sure to include comfortable seating. Ensure there’s enough space around the table for easy movement and that it’s located in a place conducive to social interaction.

Mood: Lighting is key in the dining room, and a statement chandelier or pendant light above the table can help create the right atmosphere. Warm, ambient lighting makes the space feel inviting, while dimmable lights allow you to adjust based on the occasion.

Flow: Keep the layout open, allowing easy access to the kitchen and living areas. A well-designed dining room should allow for both intimacy during smaller meals and flexibility for larger gatherings.

Pro Tip: Add personality with statement chairs, a stylish table runner, or bold wall art. These design elements can elevate the space without overwhelming the overall aesthetic.

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5. Bathroom: Your Private Oasis

Bathrooms are often overlooked in terms of design, but creating a relaxing, functional space here is just as important as any other room in the house.

Function: In smaller bathrooms, prioritize storage with built-in shelves, vanity cabinets, or a medicine cabinet. For larger bathrooms, a double vanity or a spacious shower can make a huge difference in daily function. Ensure all your necessities are within easy reach, and keep counters clutter-free for a serene, spa-like feel.

Mood: Choose soothing colors, such as soft whites, muted blues, or even green tones, to create a relaxing environment. Add texture with towels, rugs, and shower curtains in natural fabrics like cotton or linen.

Storage: A functional bathroom should have well-organized storage for toiletries, towels, and cleaning products. Wall-mounted shelves or baskets can help keep things neat and tidy.

Pro Tip: Consider adding a statement mirror or a unique light fixture to elevate the look of your bathroom without compromising on functionality. A touch of greenery or a scented candle can also enhance the ambiance.

6. Home Office: Design for Productivity and Inspiration

In a world where more people are working from home, designing an inspiring and functional home office is more important than ever.

Function: Invest in ergonomic furniture—an adjustable chair, spacious desk, and adequate lighting. A functional layout allows for an efficient workflow. Keep your space free of distractions by incorporating smart storage solutions, such as filing cabinets, shelving, or desk organizers.

Mood: Design with a balance of productivity and comfort. Neutral tones combined with a pop of color (perhaps in the form of a statement wall or artwork) can keep the energy in the room high and foster creativity.

Flow: Keep your workspace separate from distractions. If possible, choose a space with natural light, as it improves focus and overall well-being.

Pro Tip: Incorporate plants to help purify the air and add life to your office. A plant on your desk or a larger floor plant can create a calming atmosphere and increase productivity.

7. Entryway: Set the Tone for Your Home

Your entryway is the first impression visitors have of your home, and it also sets the tone for the rest of your space. It should be both functional and welcoming.

Function: Include storage for shoes, coats, and bags to keep things organized. A console table or bench can be both practical and stylish for dropping keys or sitting to put on shoes.

Mood: A welcoming entryway can set the mood for the rest of your home. Add warmth with a rug, light fixtures, and artwork. Consider creating a focal point, such as a statement mirror or an eye-catching piece of art.

Flow: Make sure the entryway isn’t overcrowded with too much furniture or clutter. Keep it simple, yet stylish, and ensure there’s a clear path into the main areas of your home.

Pro Tip: Use mirrors in the entryway to create a sense of space and light. A well-placed mirror can also be handy for last-minute touch-ups before leaving the house.

Conclusion: Designing with Purpose

Designing your home room by room with intention is about creating spaces that serve your needs, enhance your lifestyle, and express your personal taste. Whether it’s the calm retreat of your bedroom, the functional flow of your kitchen, or the inviting energy of your living room, each room should be designed with purpose and thoughtfulness.

When you approach design with purpose, you create a home that is not only beautiful but also deeply meaningful and functional. With the right balance of practicality and style, you can design every room in your home to reflect the way you live and the life you want to create.

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Creating the Perfect Bespoke Media Wall for Your Living Room

A bespoke media wall is more than just a storage solution; it is an elegant and functional focal point that transforms your living room into a stylish entertainment hub. This custom-designed feature is crafted to perfectly fit the dimensions of your space, while incorporating your personal taste and style. Unlike standard entertainment units, bespoke media walls can seamlessly integrate your television, sound system, and other media devices, providing a clean and clutter-free look. You can also add shelves, drawers, and lighting elements to enhance the visual appeal while ensuring functionality. One of the main benefits of a bespoke media wall is its versatility. Whether you have a small space or an open-plan living area, a custom media wall can be tailored to suit your specific needs. You can choose from a wide range of materials, finishes, and designs to match your interior décor, creating a cohesive look that elevates your home’s aesthetic. Additionally, these media walls can incorporate smart storage solutions, allowing you to neatly store DVDs, gaming consoles, and other accessories out of sight. The growing trend of integrating fireplaces into bespoke media walls adds another layer of sophistication and comfort. You can opt for an electric fireplace that complements the modern look of your media wall, turning it into a statement piece. Whether you prefer minimalist or traditional designs, a bespoke media wall offers endless possibilities to enhance your living space, providing both practicality and beauty.

What is a Bespoke Media Wall?

A bespoke media wall is a custom-designed feature that integrates your entertainment systems seamlessly into the architecture of your home. It is typically tailored to fit the exact dimensions of your living space, ensuring a perfect fit that combines functionality with style. Unlike traditional TV stands or entertainment units, a bespoke media wall offers enhanced storage solutions, concealing cables and devices to create a sleek and organized appearance. Homeowners can personalize their media walls by adding built-in shelving, LED lighting, and even electric fireplaces, making it a versatile focal point for any living room or home theater. The key advantage of a bespoke media wall is that it can be designed to suit your unique tastes and needs, providing a modern and clutter-free solution that elevates your home's aesthetic.

The Benefits of a Bespoke Media Wall for Your Living Room

Installing a bespoke media wall in your living room can transform your space in several ways. First, it helps declutter by organizing cables, devices, and accessories, which enhances the room’s overall cleanliness. Second, it allows for complete customization, enabling you to create a design that matches your style, whether contemporary or traditional. Additionally, bespoke media walls often include extra storage solutions such as cabinets or floating shelves, making it easier to store DVDs, books, or decorative items. With the option to integrate smart lighting and sound systems, you can elevate your home entertainment experience while maintaining an organized and elegant space.

Customization Options for a Bespoke Media Wall

When it comes to a bespoke media wall, the customization options are endless. You can choose from a variety of materials such as wood, metal, or even marble to complement your home's décor. Additionally, homeowners can decide on the size and shape of their media wall, ensuring it fits perfectly into the layout of the room. Built-in storage such as cabinets, drawers, and shelves can be incorporated to house electronics, books, and decorative pieces, making the wall not just functional but stylish. LED lighting strips can also be added for a modern touch, illuminating the room with soft, ambient light that highlights the wall’s design.

Enhancing Small Spaces with a Bespoke Media Wall

A bespoke media wall is a great way to maximize space in smaller living areas. By designing a custom unit, you can create a functional entertainment center that doesn’t overpower the room. Built-in storage solutions can be designed to hold your media devices, keeping everything organized and tidy. The sleek, tailored look of a media wall also makes the room feel less cluttered, as it allows for concealed wiring and the integration of modern features like floating shelves and smart lighting. For apartments and smaller homes, a bespoke media wall offers both practicality and style without sacrificing valuable floor space.

How to Integrate a Fireplace into Your Bespoke Media Wall?

Many homeowners choose to incorporate an electric fireplace into their bespoke media wall for added comfort and style. This feature not only creates a cozy ambiance but also serves as a striking focal point. Electric fireplaces are particularly well-suited for media walls because they don’t require ventilation, making them easy to install. You can position the fireplace beneath your TV, creating a symmetrical and balanced look. The sleek, modern appearance of an electric fireplace blends seamlessly with the contemporary aesthetic of a media wall, enhancing both the functionality and beauty of your living room.

The Role of LED Lighting in a Bespoke Media Wall

LED lighting can dramatically enhance the appearance of a bespoke media wall by highlighting its features and creating mood lighting. You can install LED strips along the edges of your media wall or behind floating shelves to provide a subtle glow. For homeowners looking to create a cinema-like experience, color-changing LED lights can be integrated, adding a dynamic touch to movie nights or special events. Additionally, LED lighting is energy-efficient, making it a cost-effective way to improve the aesthetic of your entertainment center. It also adds a modern flair, transforming a simple media wall into a luxurious, eye-catching feature.

Material Choices for Your Bespoke Media Wall

The material you choose for your bespoke media wall plays a significant role in its overall design and durability. Many homeowners opt for wood, which offers warmth and versatility, while others prefer high-gloss materials for a modern, minimalist look. Reclaimed wood can give the media wall a rustic appeal, while metal finishes add an industrial edge. For a luxurious feel, some choose marble or stone cladding, which can turn the media wall into a true work of art. The right material can transform a simple entertainment center into a stylish and functional centerpiece for your home.

Conclusion

Incorporating a bespoke media wall into your home is a perfect way to combine practicality with style. These custom-designed units not only enhance the aesthetics of your living space but also provide an organized solution for your entertainment needs. With endless customization options, from integrated storage and LED lighting to sleek material finishes, a bespoke media wall ensures that your home is both functional and visually striking. Whether you’re looking to declutter or create a luxurious focal point, a bespoke media wall transforms your living room into a space that reflects your personal taste and modern lifestyle.

[stitchynotwitchy]

What are some of your comforts?

Comfort foods…mashed potatoes, Sonic strawberry limeade, molasses crinkles.

Scents…caramel, vanilla, cranberry orange, clean laundry (Tide & Downy!)

Visuals…autumn, falling snow, the Northern Lights, Christmas lights

Sounds…”All Too Well” (Taylor’s version, 10 minute version), rain, waves, crackling fireplaces, the quiet during a snowfall.

Things…my yellow cardigan, a cozy afghan, familiar TV shows as background noise, books, Bette Davis movies, faith.

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Maximize Your Small Living Room: Expert Layout Tips from WeDezine

Transforming a small living room into a space that’s both stylish and functional can be a rewarding challenge. At WeDezine, we specialize in making the most out of compact living areas, ensuring they are both cozy and efficient. Here are our top five living room layouts designed to enhance small spaces, blending comfort with practicality.

The Open Concept Layout

An open-concept layout removes barriers between the living room and adjacent areas, creating a seamless flow and making the space feel larger. This design is particularly suitable for small apartments or homes with limited square footage. Incorporate multi-functional furniture, such as a sofa bed or an ottoman with storage, to maximize utility. Opting for a light color palette can also help make the space feel more open. Minimalist decor is key to avoiding clutter and maintaining an airy ambiance. By eliminating walls or partitions, the space not only feels more expansive but also allows natural light to flow freely, enhancing the room’s brightness. Imagine a small apartment where the living room flows into the kitchen, with a sectional sofa defining the space and a sleek coffee table maintaining an open feel.

The L-Shaped Layout

The L-shaped layout is perfect for small living rooms as it efficiently uses corner space while providing a cozy seating area. A corner sofa or sectional fits seamlessly into the corner, offering ample seating without taking up too much floor space. Complement this with compact furniture, like a small coffee table or an end table, and utilize vertical storage with shelves or cabinets to keep the floor area clear. This layout naturally divides the living room into distinct zones, such as seating and entertainment, making it both functional and space-efficient. For instance, placing a sectional sofa in a corner with a small round coffee table and a wall-mounted TV can make the most of limited space.

The Floating Furniture Layout

Floating furniture away from the walls creates the illusion of more space and makes the room appear larger. Arrange the sofa and chairs centrally within the room, leaving space around the edges to enhance the sense of openness. An area rug can anchor the furniture and define the seating area, while choosing furniture with slim profiles and legs that lift them off the floor can further enhance the feeling of space. This layout not only creates an open, flowing feel but also allows for easy rearrangement and adjustment as needed. Picture a setup where a sofa and two chairs are arranged in the center of the room, with a rug anchoring the space and wall-mounted shelves providing organization.

The Multipurpose Layout

In small spaces, every piece of furniture should serve multiple functions. The multipurpose layout focuses on adaptable furniture that can meet various needs. Convertible furniture, such as a sofa bed or a fold-out desk, is essential for maximizing utility. Hidden storage solutions can help keep the room tidy and organized. Additionally, ensure that furniture can be easily moved and rearranged to suit different functions. For example, a living room equipped with a sofa bed for guests, a coffee table with storage compartments, and a fold-out desk that doubles as a workspace or dining area can be incredibly versatile and efficient.

The Symmetrical Layout

Symmetry brings order and balance to a small living room, making it feel more spacious and harmonious. Using matching pairs of furniture, such as two identical sofas or chairs, creates a visually pleasing arrangement. Arrange the furniture around a central focal point, like a fireplace or TV, and maintain balanced decor on both sides of the room to enhance the symmetrical effect. This layout not only creates a sense of visual harmony but also simplifies the process of arranging and rearranging furniture. For instance, placing two matching sofas facing each other with a coffee table in between, and positioning the TV on one wall while balancing the opposite wall with artwork or shelves, can make the room feel more organized and spacious.

Choosing the right layout for your small living room can transform it into a stylish and functional space. For personalized advice and tailored designs, WeDezine is here to help. Our expert interior designers can guide you in achieving the perfect balance of form and function, turning even the smallest spaces into stylish havens. Contact WeDezine today to start your transformation journey!

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Creating your perfect living room with ARV Furniture involves several steps to ensure you achieve a stylish, functional, and comfortable space. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you design your ideal living room:

1. Define Your Style and Vision Determine Your Style: Decide on a style that reflects your personality and preferences. Whether it's modern, traditional, minimalist, or eclectic, having a clear style in mind will guide your furniture choices. Create a Vision Board: Use platforms like Pinterest or create a physical board with magazine clippings, fabric swatches, and color samples to visualize your dream living room. 2. Assess Your Space Measure Your Room: Take precise measurements of your living room, including the dimensions of doors, windows, and any architectural features. This will help you choose furniture of appropriate size. Create a Floor Plan: Sketch a floor plan or use an online tool to map out your living room. Consider traffic flow and the placement of focal points like the TV, fireplace, or windows. 3. Choose Key Furniture Pieces Sofa and Seating: Select a comfortable and stylish sofa that fits your room's size and style. Consider additional seating options like armchairs, loveseats, or ottomans. Coffee Table: Choose a coffee table that complements your sofa and provides functionality. Think about storage needs and the table's material and style. Entertainment Center: If you have a TV, select an entertainment center or TV stand that fits your equipment and provides storage for media and accessories. 4. Select Supporting Furniture and Accessories Side Tables and Consoles: Add side tables or a console table for extra surface space and storage. Storage Solutions: Incorporate storage options like bookcases, cabinets, or floating shelves to keep your living room organized. Rugs and Carpets: Choose a rug that anchors your seating area and adds texture and color to the room. 5. Lighting Layered Lighting: Combine different types of lighting to create a cozy atmosphere. Use overhead lights, floor lamps, table lamps, and accent lighting. Natural Light: Maximize natural light with sheer curtains or blinds that can be easily adjusted. 6. Decor and Personal Touches Wall Art and Mirrors: Decorate your walls with art, mirrors, or framed photos that reflect your style and add personality to the room. Cushions and Throws: Add cushions and throws to your sofa and chairs for extra comfort and a pop of color or pattern. Plants and Greenery: Incorporate indoor plants to bring life and freshness to your living room. 7. Final Touches Arrange and Rearrange: Experiment with furniture placement until you find the most functional and aesthetically pleasing arrangement. Maintain Balance: Ensure there's a balance of colors, textures, and proportions in your living room. Enjoy Your Space: Finally, sit back and enjoy your perfectly designed living room. By following these steps, you can create a living room that is not only beautiful but also functional and reflective of your unique style.

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This family sitting room combines elegance with modern design, creating a warm and inviting space. The room features a large, comfortable seating area with plush sofas and chairs, perfect for family gatherings and relaxation. The neutral color palette, with shades of gray and white, provides a serene backdrop, while the marble accents add a touch of luxury.

A striking feature of this room interior design is the contemporary chandelier, with delicate, leaf-like elements suspended from the ceiling, adding a sense of movement and grace. This piece not only illuminates the space but also serves as a focal point, enhancing the room's sophisticated ambiance.

The marble-clad fireplace wall is both sophisticated and stylish, offering warmth and a stunning visual element. Above the fireplace, a large flat-screen TV is seamlessly integrated, providing entertainment without detracting from the room's aesthetic.

Floor-to-ceiling windows allow natural light to flood the space, making it bright and airy. The use of sleek, modern furniture and accessories, including a mix of coffee tables and side tables, adds to the room's contemporary feel.

Subtle lighting accents along the ceiling and walls create a cozy atmosphere in the evenings. This family sitting room interior design is a perfect blend of style and comfort.

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Elevate Your Space: Transformative Living Room Interiors

The living room serves as the heart of any home, a space where comfort meets style, and where memories are created and cherished. It's a reflection of your personality and taste, making it essential to craft an interior that not only impresses but also provides a welcoming atmosphere for both family and guests in flats for sale in Kovilambakkam and other areas. Let's explore some transformative ideas to elevate your living room interiors.

Firstly, consider the layout of the 3 BHK flats for sale in Kovilambakkam or any other area. Optimise the arrangement to encourage conversation and relaxation. A focal point such as a fireplace, a piece of art, or even a statement furniture item can anchor the space, creating a cohesive look. Additionally, ensuring there's ample seating with a mix of sofas, armchairs, and ottomans can accommodate gatherings of any size while maintaining comfort and functionality.

Next, infuse your personality into the decor. Whether you prefer a minimalist aesthetic or a bohemian vibe, incorporating personal touches such as family photos, travel souvenirs, or heirloom pieces can add character and warmth to the room. Experiment with textures, colours, and patterns to create visual interest while staying true to your style.

Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood. Utilise a combination of overhead fixtures, table lamps, floor lamps, and even candles to achieve layered lighting that can be adjusted according to different activities and times of day. Natural light should also be maximized through strategically placed windows or mirrors to create a bright and airy atmosphere.

Storage solutions are essential for maintaining a clutter-free space. Consider multifunctional furniture pieces like ottomans with hidden storage or built-in shelving units that not only provide organisational benefits but also contribute to the overall aesthetic of the room.

Finally, don't underestimate the power of greenery. Incorporating plants not only adds a pop of colour and texture but also purifies the air and promotes a sense of well-being. From towering palms to cascading vines, there's a plant to suit every space and style. In conclusion, designing the perfect living room interior combines creativity, functionality, and personal expression. TVS Emerald Elements offers 3 BHK flats for sale in Kovilambakkam that have spacious living rooms that can be designed very well for better functionality and aesthetics. The flats for sale in Kovilambakkam at TVS Elements are everything you would expect in your dream home. Schedule a site visit today!

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Modern Living Room Design Ideas in 2023

A modern living room design can set the tone for the entire home. It is the space where family and friends gather to relax and spend quality time together. In 2023, the importance of a modern living room design is greater than ever. People are spending more time at home due to the pandemic and rising of remote work. A well-designed living room can create a welcoming atmosphere. Also, the right design elements can make the space both functional and beautiful.

We'll explore the latest trends in modern living room design in 2023. So, let's dive in and discover how to create a living room that you'll love to spend time in.

Cozy Living Room Ideas

Creating a cozy space is one of the most important elements of a modern living room design. Your living room should give you a relaxing feel whether you're watching a movie or drinking a coffee.

These three cozy living room ideas can help you make a comfortable modern living room design:

Layered Textures:  One of the easiest ways to create a cozy living room is to layer textures. By incorporating soft throws, plush pillows, and a cozy area rug, you can add warmth and depth to the space. These textures make the room more comfortable and can create a visual ambiance. Using fabrics with different textures will add depth and variety to the space. You can use velvet, chenille, or faux fur in this situation.

Warm Lighting:  Another way to create a cozy living room is to incorporate warm lighting. Using dimmer switches on your living room lights can help you create a relaxing ambiance. This will be perfect for movie nights or unwinding after a long day. You can also use table lamps, floor lamps, or even string lights to create soft lighting. These styles complement the surrounding design of your living room. Lighting is the key to creating a warm and welcoming environment when it comes to cozy living room ideas. 

Using Natural Elements: Incorporating natural elements helps to create a cozy living room. Bringing in plants, wood, and stone can create a natural and relaxing environment. Consider a large fiddle leaf fig or a collection of smaller plants, to add a pop of color and freshness to the room. Natural materials such as a wooden coffee table or a stone fireplace can add a bit of nature to the space. 

Comfortable Family Rooms

In addition to creating a cozy living room, designing a comfortable family room is another important aspect of modern living room design. Family rooms are typically more casual and functional than formal living rooms, and they're often the go-to space for relaxing and spending time together as a family.

Here are three comfortable family room ideas that can help you create a modern living room design that's perfect for family time:

Flexible Seating: When designing a family room, it's important to have flexible seating options that can accommodate everyone in the family. Consider using sectional sofas, oversized chairs, or even bean bag chairs to provide a variety of seating options that can be easily rearranged to suit different activities.

Entertainment Center: A comfortable family room should also be equipped with an entertainment center that can accommodate a variety of media. Whether it's a large-screen TV, a gaming console, or a sound system, make sure your family room has everything you need to enjoy your favorite shows, movies, and games.

Kid-Friendly Design: If you have children, it's important to design your family room with their needs in mind. Consider using durable and easy-to-clean fabrics, such as leather or microfiber, to prevent spills and stains. Additionally, you can incorporate kid-friendly elements such as a play area or a chalkboard wall to keep them entertained while you relax.

By incorporating these comfortable family room ideas, you can create a modern living room design that's perfect for spending time with family and friends. Whether you're watching a movie, playing games, or just hanging out, a comfortable family room is a perfect place to relax and enjoy quality time together.

Interior Design for Modern Living Room

When it comes to interior design for a modern living room, there are several elements to consider, such as color, furniture, and decor. Here are some interior design ideas that can help you create a modern living room that's both functional and stylish:

Bold Colors: One way to make a statement in your modern living room is to use bold colors. Whether it's a brightly-colored accent wall or a bold sofa, using vibrant colors can add personality and depth to the space. Consider using jewel tones, such as emerald green or sapphire blue, or bold shades of red or yellow to create a bold and modern look.

Minimalist Furniture: Another hallmark of modern living room design is minimalist furniture. Sleek and simple furniture pieces with clean lines and neutral colors can help create an uncluttered and streamlined look. Consider using furniture made from natural materials such as wood or leather to add warmth and texture to the space.

Statement Lighting: Lighting can be a key element in modern living room design, and statement lighting fixtures can add a touch of drama and interest to the space. Consider using a chandelier, a unique pendant light, or a modern floor lamp to create a focal point and add visual interest.

Eclectic Decor: To add personality and character to your modern living room, consider incorporating eclectic decor pieces that reflect your personal style. Mix and match different textures, patterns, and materials to create a space that's uniquely yours. Consider using vintage or handmade items, such as a woven wall hanging or a unique piece of pottery, to add a touch of character and charm to the room.

By incorporating these interior design ideas, you can create a modern living room that's both stylish and functional. Whether you prefer bold colors or minimalist furniture, there are many ways to create a modern living room design that's perfect for your home and lifestyle.

Modern Living Room Ideas

If you're looking to update your living room to a modern style, there are many ideas and trends to consider. Here are four modern living room ideas that are currently trending in 2023 and how you can incorporate them into your own space:

Mixed Materials: Mixing different materials such as wood, metal, and glass can create a modern and sophisticated look in your living room. Consider using a glass coffee table with metal legs, a wooden media console with metal hardware, or a leather chair with a metal frame to create a chic and modern space.

Bold Patterns: Using bold patterns such as geometric shapes, stripes, and abstract designs can add visual interest and energy to a modern living room. Consider using patterned throw pillows, area rugs, or wallpaper to add a pop of color and texture to the space.

Statement Art: A large, statement art piece can create a focal point in your modern living room and add a touch of sophistication and elegance. Consider using a large abstract painting, a modern sculpture, or a gallery wall of smaller pieces to create a bold and modern look.

Tech-Friendly Design: With the increasing importance of technology in our lives, tech-friendly design is becoming more popular in modern living rooms. Consider incorporating built-in charging stations, hidden outlets, and smart home systems to make your living room both stylish and functional.

Incorporating these modern living room ideas into your own space can help you create a chic and sophisticated look that reflects your personal style. Whether you choose to mix materials, use bold patterns, display statement art, or integrate technology into your design, there are many ways to create a modern living room that's both stylish and functional.

Conclusion

In conclusion, a modern living room design can have a significant impact on the overall look and feel of your home. By incorporating the latest trends and ideas in interior design, you can create a space that's both functional and stylish.

Whether you're looking to update your living room to a modern style or simply want to refresh your current space, there are many ways to create a modern living room design that suits your personal taste and lifestyle. By using the ideas and tips presented in this article, you can create a space that's both stylish and functional, and that reflects your unique personality and style.

So, if you're ready to transform your living room into a modern oasis, start by incorporating some of these ideas and trends into your design. With a little creativity and inspiration, you can create a modern living room design that's both beautiful and functional, and that enhances the overall feel of your home.

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An Eve to Remember

This is my gift of @destinys-dragon. I’ve had creative block for nearly a whole month... I cranked out more than half of this today in 4ish hours so I’m glad to finally be able to gift this to you. I picked one of your more complicated prompts (I think) to write, but I did it!

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Summary: Thomas Sanders is trying to get a good nights rest for Christmas the next day, but a confusing appearance in his own mind leads him down a different path to... his own living room? Not everything's the same in his mind but by golly he is going to help his Sides the best he can to make sure that that night is the best Christmas (eve) they've had yet.

Parings: LAMP and Dukeciet/Demus

Word count: 4902 / 4.9k

Warning: Disorientation, slightly disturbing visuals, (passionate) Kissing, 

Thomas took a few experimental blinks as the heady feeling of drowsiness slowly ebbed away. His hand sluggishly rubbed his brow, insistent on kneading the fuzziness in his head out. Maybe then he could remember exactly how he got there.

Where am I?

His eyes very, very slowly adjusted to surroundings as his hands skirted across the tile-

The… tile… under him?

Why is there tile under me? That shouldn't be there unless I’m-

“Oh, you’re finally here!” His own voice called out from above him, but that wasn’t something unknown to him. What was unknown to him is how he got to where he was at that moment.

Thomas craned his neck towards the familiar pair of Warby Parker glasses and the soft gray and light blue blur of Patton. Another agonizing blinks passed before Thomas’s eyes finally resolved Patton’s face and his… blue and grey Christmas sweater? Even with the different attire, Patton’s signature grin was just as wide as always.

“Huh… hey Patton… Um…” Thomas bit his lip, his eyes glancing at various features around him. Sticking his hand out, Patton’s grin dipped a few millimeters as Thomas accepted Patton’s hand. Quickly pulling him up, Patton smoothed his thumb over Thomas’s knuckles. 

“Yes, Thomas?” 

He lingered his gaze around the clear space he was in, the short hallway of his own apartment. His gaze scoured every inch of the space, and everything about it just screamed: Different! 

“This… isn’t my actual apartment.”

Smile tilting sideways on his face, Patton wrapped his hands fully around Thomas’s.

“Of course it isn’t, silly! You’re asleep right now!”

Thomas’s hands flexed a little between Patton’s hands.

“I am? I’ve never done this before though- Been here with you guys before, I mean.”

Gently turning his hands, Patton made his grip into a proper handhold and began to lead Thomas down the much, much longer than usual corridor.

Laughing slightly Patton turned back to Thomas with a very sly twinkle in his eye.

“Oh you have, you just don’t remember afterwards-”

“Wait what-”

“Daddy! You left me alone with the cookies and nothing to fuck and I got myself dirty!” 

Thomas jumped as he finally rounded the nonsensical corner into his dream kitchen. Remus was standing on the counter with a fair amount of beige matter spattering his outfit, hair, and even his moustache. 

Letting go of Thomas’s hand finally, Patton grabbed a rag and quickly dampened it in the sink before tossing it up to Remus. Immediately snatching it out of the air, Remus bounced on the balls of his feet before sitting on the counter instead and swinging his legs as he cleaned himself off.

“Here you go! I’m surprised you didn’t set the kitchen on fire like last time.”

Hands pausing on his face, Remus’s legs quickly stopped swinging as Remus’s eyes went wide and he pushed his bottom lip out in a pout.

“I only make a mess when I’m not actually making something! That time I wasn’t even cooking anything.”

Placing a hand on Remus’s shoulder, Patton squeezed Remus’s shoulder.

“Hey, I believe you. It’s not everyday we do this. I’m sorry I assumed-”

Remus brushed off Patton’s hand from his shoulder after a moment, but grabbed it just before it was too far. 

“Nah I’m kidding about being mad, dear Daddy! Fires are just one of the hazards of being me!” 

Making eye contact, Patton smiled at Remus once again.

“Well that’s good! Thomas is here, though I think you knew that already.”

A smirk immediately plastered onto Remus’s face as he glanced over to where Thomas had been shifting from foot to foot in the kitchen entrance. 

“Ah, our resident Thomas the Dank Engine! Have you ever had dreams of sugar dicks dancing through your head?”

Thomas’s smile slowly turned wooden as a bitter taste invaded his mouth at Remus’s words. Skin crawling slightly, Thomas swallowed down a small lump in his throat before he managed to reply. 

I just want something wholesome. I don’t want to be thinking of that when I’m watching my parents or when I myself open presents.

“Uh, no…?”

“Well you just might have some after tonight!” Cackling, Remus stood back up on the counter before impossibly scurrying up the cupboards. The ceiling stretched impossibly high and out so that Remus slowly became just a pair of eyes in a dark cavern above the kitchen. Luckily, the moment didn’t last long and just as fast, Remus was scrambling down the cupboards once again to sit on the counter beside Patton.

Patton’s expression didn’t betray anything other than acute disinterest, however his hands silently tumbled over each other for a few moments.

“Well, Thomas, come here! We’re baking everything for the others!” Waving his hand invitingly, Patton gestured also to the oven where the oven light revealed a tray of cookies, a full blown turkey, a slab of ham, as well as some other things that managed to fill the impossibly big oven.

Thomas finally stepped forward.

Nose twitching a little, Thomas was suddenly bombarded with the strong smell of cookies.

“Whoa! This kitchen smells like the perfect Christmas, Pat!”

Chuckling, Patton wrapped his arms around Thomas in a quick hug.

“Well that’s the idea, kiddo!”

Squinting, he followed Patton with his eyes as Patton stepped back, the sensation of Patton’s embrace lingering on his skin.

“Did you just sneak in that hug because you ever get to in my videos? That hug seemed very targeted.”

Cheeks quickly turning pink, Patton nearly ducked his head away as he stepped back against the sink.

“That may be part of the reason.”

At that moment, the words embroidered on Patton and Remus' sweater finally revealed themselves.

Patton’s predictably read: Feliz Navi Dad and a Happy Blue Year.

But Remus’s was nearly illegible as the chaos of neon green on black made it almost unreadable, eventually, the words came together to spell out: I’m theTrashman and I’ll have all your wrapping paper.

Thomas opened his mouth to say something, but a sound in the short distance caught his attention instead. He turned towards the source, over the counter and surely into the living room, but was met with the strangely comforting void of black beyond it.

“What’s happening in the living room? And why can’t I see it?”

Glancing fleetingly at the black void, Patton bounced over to Thomas.

“Oh that’s just your mind doing it’s thing. Not everything in this mind kitchen is going to be exactly the same, and sometimes when something’s changed, it just becomes blank space. It’s nice.” Patton gestured past Thomas towards the other direction both of them came from. “By the way, it’s not just us who’re here, everyone else is down the hall. You don’t have to stay talking with us. We still have a bit to do anyways.”

Eyes widening, Thomas whipped around towards the entrance of the kitchen and strained his ears towards the faint sounds from down the hall Thomas hadn’t been paying any attention to until now.

“There’s more to this place?”

A sparkle in his eyes had Patton’s smile widening and placing a gentle hand on his shoulder.

“Yes! And you can go wherever you want. This is your head after all.”

Thomas took an initial step towards the edge of the kitchen before he turned around and gave both a fleeting look and a comforting smile before he stepped out of the kitchen with a wave.

Just like the hallway from the entrance, the space between the hallway and the living room was strange, even the sounds were farther than they should’ve been.

The slightly harsher light from the overhead kitchen light slowly faded to something much more muted and pleasant as Thomas treaded carefully down the short end of the hallway to where the sounds of the other were coming from.

Shoulders the slightest bit hunched, Thomas tentatively peeked out from the corner of the hallway where it opened up into the living room. With a gasp, Thomas nearly fell into the living room at the sight that lay before him.

The space was definitely recognizable as his apartment, yet somehow completely different. Instead of the smaller dimensions of his real apartment, the living room was now a much larger open space full of architecture reminiscent of a log cabin. 

The staircase was still there, but was made of the more rustic wood like everything else. Something completely and entirely new was the roaring fire in a fireplace below the TV that was mounted above it instead of being in the corner like usual.

Not only that, but everything was also decorated to the nines in Christmas decorations, tinsel strung on the mantle very delicately and securely, a wreath on some of the posts, and the main attraction, the Christmas tree twinkling in the dim firelight.

As for the others, they were hovering near the Christmas tree. Logan was closest to Thomas, back to Thomas as he faced everyone else. Janus was hunched over the very bottom of the tree, placing a golden ornament among the gold and silver ornaments near the bottom of the tree.

Thomas frowned, his hands coming to clasp in front of him as his eyes fell on Virgil and Roman.

Virgil was swaying as he sat upon Roman’s shoulders. Reaching up, he hesitated at each little sway to put the purple colored ornament near the top of the very tall tree. 

As a particularly violent sway sent both of them nearly off balance, Thomas nearly bolted forward to catch them, but Logan simply took a step towards them and pushed gently at a specific part of Roman’s back. The gesture was so subtle that Roman didn’t even pause as he laughed, securing Virgil on his shoulders without a glance backwards at Logan.

Even Roman didn’t notice, Thomas had, and he smiled at Logan as he came back to a different spot, but just as far away as the previous spot from the tree.

Something unusually tense in Logan’s back has Thomas’s feet immediately bringing him up beside Logan.

Thomas placed a hand on Logan’s arm once he was close enough. However, Logan quickly began to step to the side, but Thomas’s grip remained, halting Logan as soon as he began to move.

Neither of them said anything, a simple nod passing between them before the simultaneously turned back to watch Virgil and Roman’s antics.

“They are somehow so careful and yet so reckless. I can’t understand them sometimes.”

“Do they know they could’ve just conjured a ladder to do this?”

Turning to Thomas, Logan leveled a single eyebrow at Thomas, his expression still neutral.

“Sure, but then we wouldn’t get to see this… entertaining display.”

A slight upturn of Logan’s lips and a dusting of pick on his cheeks had Thomas looking back to the teetering disaster waiting to happen. Then back at Roman and Virgil. Then back at Logan.

A smile of Thomas’s own blossomed on his face.

Even the message on Logan’s dark blue and black sweater emphasized the moment, showing the periodic table with elements labeled Cu, Ti, E, all highlighted.

But Thomas didn’t address that as Logan subtly moved his hands behind his back, the edge of an object in his hand peeking out for a split second

“What is that in your hand? I see you hiding it.”

Bringing his hands farther away from Thomas with the offending item, Logan’s Adam’s apple bobbed conspicuously before Logan cleared his throat and spoke.

“I have no idea what you’re talking about.”

Mouth popping open, Thomas’s mouth was open in the ghost of a word before he froze, his face falling as his eyes darted back and forth a bit. Straightening his back, Thomas closed his mouth before placing a subtle, comforting hand on Logan’s shoulder.

“Oh, I suppose it’s a secret? Well then I won’t spoil it. Wouldn’t want to force your hand,” Thomas lightly tapped his pointer finger to his lips with a small smirk on his face. “I won’t keep you from whatever you’re doing.”

And with that, Thomas gave Logan a wink and stepped over to where Janus was still half bent over the tree.

“Hey Janus.”

Janus glanced up with his usual impassive expression, but the moment he met Thomas’s eyes, Janus’s face immediately melted into the smallest of smiles. The moment didn’t last long, a look from Janus returned by Thomas.

“Ah our creator. My humblest greetings.”

“I’m not your creator Janus. You are as much a part of me as I am in this place.”

“And yet, each of us here are so incredibly different. All thanks to you.”

Thomas’s cheeks heated rapidly, though his level expression suggested he was trying not to acknowledge that fact.

“Whatever.”

Both of them turned as Roman and Virgil began to exclaim, something about going too fast, lost in the flurry of limbs as they once again began to fall, but this time righted themselves completely unaided.

They each took a few moments, muttering words only each other could hear before Roman’s eyes turned to the bottom of the tree and the most incredulous sound imaginable came from his lips.

“Why must you defy everything I planned for this tree Mr. Slick and Grinchy?”

Crouching down, Janus made no effort to reply or react at all at first. He completed the gesture of placing the ornament and standing back up before his eyes even flickered to Roman in the slightest.

“Society is an illusion and so is perfect beauty or aesthetic.”

Roman frowned, huffing as he crossed his arms. 

“I may not understand what exactly that means, but that doesn’t mean I don’t know you’re wrong about that! The ornaments should be evenly distributed across the tree instead of all of those ornaments being at the bottom.”

However, despite the passionate speech, Janus’s expression remained neutral, a yawn that appeared 100% genuine only adding to the message.

“Well, when you finally conjure that ladder, I’ll be happy to place some of these nearer to the top.”

Roman’s gasp this time was devoid of all it’s incredulousness this time, his eyes bugging out as he gently slapped his head with his hand the best he could while holding onto Virgil.

“It’s not often I say this, but… Mr. Humbug, you’re righ-”

“It’s time!” Thomas jumped, turning around to Patton’s head sticking out from the hallway. They made eye contact and Patton jerked his head back in the direction of the hall.

“Hey Thomas, some help with the drinks, Remus and I got the food.”

Rubbing his jaw, Thomas glanced back at Janus and Roman, their quick glances toward each other making Thomas’s breath catch. 

“Sure Pat, I’m coming…”

Sending one last glance back at the trio with an apologetic smile, Thomas turned and walked past Patton back into the kitchen where the steaming mugs of hot cocoa sat for Thomas to bring. Remus already had a platter of pristine Christmas cookies and a full ham and a turkey and- 

Eyes bugging out once again, Thomas’s eyes were locked onto Remus as he went down the hall with the entire contents of the oven carried in his 6 total hands. 

Patton, on the other hand, had only two side dishes in his hands as he passed Thomas. Nodding towards the steaming mugs, Patton stepped back towards the living room.

“Just grab the trays, everything’s lighter here than you would expect, so you won’t have to much to handle.”

Opening his mouth, Thomas’s words died on his lips once again as Patton disappeared around the corner, leaving Thomas to his duty of bringing the drinks.

Thankfully, just as Patton said, the trays were exponentially lighter than they looked with 3-4 mugs on each of them. So Thomas easily picked up and brough the mugs back down the hallway. 

But everything came to a sudden halt when Thomas stepped back into the living room.

He had to have been gone less than a minute, but the whole atmosphere in the living room had drastically shifted from a slight Christmas feel to full blown nostalgia Christmastime feeling. The tree had every inch covered in ornaments now, the fire was roaring somehow more than before and everyone was seated comfortably on the many couches that faced the TV with plates and utensils a plenty.

It took all Thomas’s effort not to drop both those dang platters as his feet almost instantaneously rooted him to the spot as his mouth dropped open at how fast everything had suddenly come together.

“Thomas- snrk- You okay there?” Virgil’s smug voice came from one of the furthest couches, Virgil sitting on the arm of the couch, but slowly sinking down towards the proper place.

Jolting, Thomas abruptly cleared his throat and nodded as his eyes continued to take in the living room, his voice not at all convincing.

“Uh, yes? Uh….no? I think… this is just… wow.”

Each of Sides looked to one another, a similar expression of wide open eyes at how awed Thomas sounded. They had done that. Only Janus managed not to look bothered, but by the way Remus rolled his eyes in Janus’s direction, there was more than meets the eye under the impassive half smile Janus had managed to pull off.

Soon, however, Thomas was stepping forward once again, not yet completely over the sight, but recovered enough that he could mostly properly function again.

Without a word, Thomas handed everyone a drink according to the cups, each of them the sides usual colors with an animal design/theme. 

The last one left on the tray for Thomas was a chaotic blend of all of them, cutesy animals and a rainbow design.

“Oh… I love that. It’s perfect.”

Patton, who was sitting comfortably with Logan on a couch, leaned over the arm of their couch and patted Roman’s arm as best he could on the other couch.

“See, I told you he’d love it.”

And with that, all of them dug in, the hum of conversation washing over Thomas as he got what he wanted from each of the platters.

It was like only an instant had passed when Roman finally bolted up, bouncin on his toes in all his excitement.

“Is everyone done? Because if we are, then it’s time for presents!”

Presents went by just as fast as each of the Sides revealed their presents for each other.

Logan was first with a scrapbook for Patton of all the memories from the preparations, each of them laughing and preparing the day as well as some sneakily hidden shots from the meal. He even took a picture of Patton’s completely awed look, instructing Patton to turn to the last page to see the very picture already in the book. 

It probably took five minutes for Patton to stop borderline choking Logan with a hug, and even more than that for Patton to stop crying happy tears into Logan’s Christmas sweater. 

Patton’s present was for Janus. 

Janus was leaning just slightly away from the present as he opened it, ready for something disappointing, perhaps. But instead a moment of pure joy flashed across Janus’s face as he opened it. Sure, his expression immediately hid that that moment had even existed, but every Side had watched him, so there was no hiding it.

Inside Janus’s present was everything a cold-blooded, snake themed side would want, a snake plushie and onesie as well as a heated and weighted blanket. 

Still, with Janus’s blatant slip, he still schooled his expression as he extracted each from the packaging.

Janus had Virgil.

Thomas and Logan had frowned at the small package Virgil had been handed by Janus, aas did Virgil himself. 

But Virgil was more curious than anything, as even though Janus was one to play tricks, this small package was small enough it was likely not to be one.

What nobody expected was the utter ear-piercing squeal that came from Virgil after a moment of gazing at his unwrapped present.

“How? You found an exclusive version of-”

“I know you love MCR, and found that, as luck would have it, in the recesses of Thomas’s mind. It helps to be a bit more experienced with all things not conscious. I-”

In a surprising move for everyone, Virgil cut Janus’s ramble short with a slamming hug.

There weren’t nearly as many tears as Patton’s reaction to his gift, but if there were a few tears that leaked into Janus’s sweater, Janus made no comment as Virgil finally pulled back, sheeks red as the reality of what he had just done sunk in.

Virgil had presents for both of the twins, a thing of slime that looked like sewage and other fun things for Remus and a set of copic markers for Roman.

Remus was immediate in unveiling his slime and beginning to play with it, but Roman was hesitant. 

“I have plenty of markers, virgil, not that I am ungrateful for them, but what led you to this as my gift.”

Virgil tensed just ever so slightly before pushing a piece of paper in front of Roman.

“Just try them, idiot.”

Roman once again huffed in annoyance.

“Alright, Panic at the Disco.”

Roman tried out each of the colors, but soon found the paper to be too small for testing them out, and eventually, the color ran over each other, but when they did, Roman completely froze.

In all Roman’s time, he had never had markers that actually blended when you layered them. And that’s when it clicked in Roman’s expression, eyes widening like everyone else’s had when they opened their presents.

This time, of all times, Roman instantly apologized, nearly giving the markers back as his increasingly reddening face sunk deeper into his sweater. It wasn’t until Logan announced his own present was next that Roman had the courage to emerge, still rosy cheeked, but less so.

To complete the circle of gifts, the twins had Logan’s present. And they took their time in handing to Logan, as if what was inside was fragile or important.

Logan treated the gift the same, taking great care in unwrapping the gift before staring down at the gift of a very important looking notebook.

Without having to be asked, both of the twins wove a tale of watching Logan struggle to create a good schedule for Thomas, even clashing with Roman himself. But Remus was the one who continued, talking about how he had garnered some information from the non-conscious part of Thomas’s brain on how to tap into it to cement an idea or plan.

The notebook, when written in, would cement whatever idea was in it into Thomas’s mind, bring it to the forefront without completely intruding. It was the perfect thing to help Thomas listen to Logan more.

Thomas should’ve been more outraged that Logan had to have something like this to even be listened to, but his own logic had always been overshadowed by feelings at times. It was the best thing he could do to go over to Logan and hug him when he saw the tension in Logan’s body and the refusal to meet Thomas’s eyes.

The instant Thomas wrapped his arms around Logan, his body stiffened even more before just as quickly completely melting into Thomas completely. Fingers running through Logan’s hair, Thomas whispered out quiet assurances.

“No, don’t you dare feel guilty about not being heard. You shouldn't have to be ‘tempted’ to make me listen ‘against my will.’ You are a part of me that I need to listen to, and I trust you enough to allow this greater power over me. If I didn’t want this, my creativity- creavtivities wouldn’t have made this for you.”

That was enough to stop the slight shivering as Logan pulled back with uncharacteristically soft and vulnerable eyes, wide and awe-filled.

“Really?” Logan’s voice was barely a breath.

“Really.” Thomas echoed, squeezing Logan gently before letting go and sitting back beside him.

Still keeping Logan in the corner of his eye, Thomas turned to Remus and Roman who were still in front of them with a mischievous glint in their eyes.

“Now, each of you check your pockets now,” Both of them snapped in unison as Roman spoke. “You should find something new there.”

With varying levels of excitement and wariness each of them reached into their pockets to produce a jagged piece of something. When the twins were met with blank stare at the reason for these gifts, neither of them faltered.

“Each of you, gather around the coffee table and place your piece down, we have ours as well.”

Eyebrow raised, Thomas obliged, as did the rest of the Sides after. As each of them placed their piece on the table, the idea slowly came into shape, though as always it was Logan’s face to light up first in realization.

“Now each of you arrange your pieces the best you can to create a complete shape, there is only one way these pieces fit together, but we’ll let you figure it out.”

It only took a moment for each of their voices to vy to be heard, only Logan holding his tongue as he had likely already figured it out and a stern but gentle glare from Roman to not ruin it for everyone. Roman did pointedly glance at the notebook he and Remus had just given him, permission to slyly get back at Roman is however he saw fit in what he guided Thomas towards.

Surprisingly, it was Patton who first exclaimed the solution.

“Oh that’s so cute! It’s a star!”

Judging by the grumbles that arose from Janus, he might have been close to that solution himself, but was beaten to the punch by Patton’s exclamation.

“You got it! This our gift to all of you.”

In any case, after that the 7 of them arranged their pieces  so that the star design appeared. Thomas’s pink piece was at the top, with Virgi’s purple and Roman’s red sitting beside it. For now, the star was devoid of orange, but full of the rest of the sides neon yellows, lush greens and two distinct peaceful blues. 

The star was still a 5 pointed star, which made the piece placement a little more complicated, but eventually they were able to press the pieces together. When they did the star flashed brightly before suddenly zooming out of everyone’s grip and alighting on the tree.

Once the star was in its place, snow suddenly began to fall from the ceiling silently. Even Remus and Roman’s mouth fell open as the first flakes settled onto them.

Each of the Sides and Thomas gazed up at least once to try to find where they were coming from, but they just appeared a few inches from the ceiling and fell down to them. 

Even with the mystery, all of them slowly succumbed to the urge to enjoy the indoor snow. Whether it was trying to catch a flake with their tongue or immediately catching as much snow in one place to attempt a snowball, the formality of the gift giving was completely gone and replaced with the unbridle fun of playing in the snow.

“Wait… where… Where did that mistletoe come from? We never put that up.” Virgil pointed to a sprig of mistletoe above where Janus and Remus were gathering snow, Janus gathering most of it while Remus made balls of snow.

Both Janus and Remus looked up in unison, eyeing the sprig before looking at each other.

“I don’t care, come here Jani-bear. I want to get steamy enough that the snow starts melting.”

Even Thomas rolled his eyes at the pet name and the cheesy line, but couldn’t help fawning over Janus’s reaction.

Face turning bright red, it was Janus who took the initiative to pull Remus’s collar and kiss him. Responding in kind after a moment to recover, Remus responded by mouthing into the kiss just as passionately.

A gasp from behind Thomas had him turning to yet another sprig of mistletoe, this time above the four other sides, each of them turning red as they turned their face up to it. 

Surprisingly, Patton was the first to place a quick kiss on Logan’s lips, with Roman just behind him sweeping Virgil into a kiss of his own.

Thomas's chest filled with warmth as he watched his sides kiss each other, their love an extension of his own self love. The sensation filled him outwards from his chest up to his head and down to the tip of his toes.

It wasn’t until he was staggering, though, that it hit him that maybe the warmth wasn’t just love, that the blanket he didn’t exactly remember wrapping around himself was warming him up pleasantly as well.

Eyes dropping, Thomas made it to the couch, lying down to answer the call of his mind, the warm embrace of sleep ever stronger on him.

A familiar voice echoed softly in his head just at the cusp of sleep

“This is our present for you, Thomas, a pleasant dream by our sides enjoying Christmas together.”

The picture of his Sides’ concerned faces hovering over him faded as the pleasant feelings of the night carried him off into proper, joy filled dreams.

Thomas smiled, nuzzling into his pillow, asleep and content.

[eirian-houpe]

Beauty Compelled

Fandom: Once Upon a Time (TV)

Rating: Teen And Up Audiences

Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply

Relationships: Belle/Rumplestiltskin | Mr. Gold

Characters: Belle (Once Upon a Time), Rumplestiltskin | Mr. Gold, Grace | Paige, Maurice | Moe French

Additional Tags: Arranged Marriage, Alternate Universe, Alternate Universe - Historical, A Monthly Rumbelling (Once Upon a Time), Beauty and the Beast Elements

Summary: Years ago, Moe French endebted himself to the nobleman, Mister Gold. Unable to pay the debt by any other means, he promises his daughter, Belle, in marriage to Gold. Now, on the day of her 18th Birthday, the contract is to be honored, and Belle must go to her new home, Adelram Hall, and to meet her husband-to-be, Mister Gold, who has a reputation for darkness.

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Beauty Compelled

Such arrangements were supposed to be a thing of the past, so when her eighteenth birthday dawned, brighter and clearer than it had any right to do so, it was with a sense of dread in her belly that she greeted the day.

Since her father’s inauspicious return, so many years ago now that it would have been lost to her memory but for the jewel she wore on the ring finger of her left hand, the day had been a constant specter hanging over her. She had been unable to remove the ring since she had accepted her fate: to give herself to him, or for her father to lose his fortune and suffer the slow decline into destitution and death. Her guilt had driven her to agree, for how could she refuse when it was because of her that her father had trespassed, and incurred a debt which he was unable to repay, all for want of bringing her back a gift.

She sat with her father that morning. The mood was somber on what should have been a day of celebration, as they took tea with barely a word spoken between them. A letter had come that morning, and he slowly slid it across the table to her.

The paper was soft velum, the folds were crisp and sharp. The hand upon the front of the sealed missive was in looping cursive, in a deep red, almost black ink, and the seal on the back was made of heavy wax, and was layered, decorative, though to be decorated with a skull seemed more than a little disturbing.

“Aren’t you going to read it?” he father asked quietly, sounding almost as fearful as she. She took a deep breath, and then hooked her thumbnail beneath the seal, preparing to break it. Then she froze. Words encircled the grotesque image in the center, and she lifted it closer to her face to peer at them.

We know what we are, but not what we may be.

She frowned as she read them, and a slight shiver went through her, like a warning, or some kind of expectation.

“Belle?” her father prompted.

She shook her head. “Nothing,” she said, and tugged at the seal until it broke from the paper and she could unfold the letter, swallowing hard as she did.

The message was short, and to the point. It read, “Miss French, My carriage will call for you at 2pm, and my footman will escort you to your new home.” and it was signed with the same flourishing hand as the script on the envelope with a single name. Gold.

She felt her eyes fill with tears and fought not to let them escape as she slid the letter over to her father. She had agreed to this after all.

Her father read silently, then said, “So, he means to go through with it then.”

“Did you doubt that he would?” she remarked rhetorically. Gold had a reputation, after all.

The farewell had not been tearful. She would not allow it to be, and had followed the silent, tall, and gaunt footman to the carriage, and accepted his help to climb inside. The journey was long and taken on unsteady roads which, in spite of the modernity of the conveyance, still jostled her, leaving her as physically rattled as she was emotionally. It was coming on evening when the house came into view, it’s three towers of dark gray stone, loomed beneath the almost-black of the slate roof, one in the center, above the main door, and one either end of the enormous building. The house - almost large enough to be called a castle - stood at the end of a long, sweeping driveway that curved around either side of a well manicured lawn. It stood four storeys tall with many chimneys in the same gray stone, and many arched and dormer windows graced what she could see of the front of the building as the carriage came closer. It was imposing; intimidating.

All too soon the carriage came to a halt with practiced precision directly in front of the main doorway, and the carriage rocked slightly as the footman alighted, and came to hand Belle down and then to escort her inside, through a spacious vestibule and into the large open space that was the main hall dressed in marble, with statues and other artifacts adorning shelves and display cases, and waiting in the hallway was a young lady that could not have been much younger than she herself.

The girl was modestly dressed in a long, dark blue dress, with a white blouse beneath. As Belle was brought to a halt by the footman, the the waiting girl lowered herself in a deep curtsy. Belle swallowed, unused to such genuflection, since it wasn’t required in her father’s household.

“Welcome to Adelram Hall, My Lady,” the girl said. Her quiet voice held the accent of the low country, though it was well refined. “Mister Gold has asked that I attend you, show you to your room and help you get settled.”

Belle smiled at her as the girl rose from the curtsy, and said, “Thank you, and please… I’m no lady. My name is Belle.”

“But, Miss Belle, you’re to be Lady of Adelram hall,” the girl said, sounding perplexed, and Belle supposed she would have to get used to the honorific. It seemed that kind of household. The girl then turned her attention to the footman, still standing beside them, and said quietly, “Thank you, Mister Dove. You can have Miss Belle’s things sent up to her room.”

He gave a wordless bow of his head, and then a lower, more respectful bow to Belle as he turned from them, and left the two women alone.

“Should I show you upstairs, Miss Belle?” the girl asked then. “I could show you the Oak Sitting Room, and then when your things are brought up, I can help you to dress for dinner.  Mister Gold has asked that you join him.”

“Of course,” Belle said, and felt a nervous flutter in her belly. She had yet to meet the man to whom she was promised and, if his letter and the house was anything to go by, she could not imagine he would be any less austere. She clasped her hands together to prevent them from trembling, and then said quietly, though she didn’t at all feel it, “I’m ready. Lead the way.”

The Oak Sitting Room was so named because it was entirely paneled in oak wood around the walls. Entry to the room was gained by a double door from the corridor outside, and at either end of the room there were two smaller doorways. Belle wondered where those other door led.  Beside one of the two doors was a sizable fireplace, where a low fire burned already against the coming chill of the evening, and nearby the fire, an area carpet in rich browns and reds covered the wood paneled floor on which the rest of the furniture, tables and chairs, and desks for writing at, stood.  Over the carpet, however, was a comfortable looking couch and high backed arm chair.

“Should I send for some tea?” the girl asked as Belle came to a stop after visually examining each corner of the room.

“Thank you,” Belle said, turning a smile the girl’s way, “I should like that… and… how should I call you.”

“Oh, I’m sorry, Miss,” the girl said and blushed slightly as she went to the bell pull at the side of the fireplace. “My name is Grace.”

“And do you…” Belle asked carefully, “… work here?”

Grace gave a soft little laugh. “No, Miss Belle, not the way you mean,” she said. “My father is a… business associate of Mister Gold, and his lordship is kind enough to give me a home while my father is away on their shared ventures… which is a often.”

Belle’s breath came out of her in a rush. “Oh, thank goodness,” she said in the midst of that relieved exhalation, “For a moment I thought…”

She shook her head at herself and then grinned at the other young lady, who was also shaking her head.  “No,” she confirmed as though she could read Belle’s mind, “Mister Gold just thought you and I might be friends, that’s all.  That we might each like to have a friend, and I… well I, for one, certainly should.”

Belle reached out and took hold of both of Grace’s hands and squeezed them tightly in her own. “I should like that too,” she said. “Very much.”

Grace beamed, and without letting go of Belle’s hands, drew her toward the couch, just as a maid entered the room carrying a tea tray, which she brought wordlessly to the coffee table nearby to the couch, setting the tray down first, before bobbing a curtsy.

“Will there be anything else, My Lady? Miss Grace?” she asked softly.

Grace shook her head, and Belle answered, “No, thank you.” The maid curtsied once more, and then withdrew, and Belle groaned softly as she turned to Grace. “I shall never be comfortable with all of this,” she said. “They’re behaving as though I’m royalty.”

“Here, you are,” said Grace simply. “Mister Gold, is lord and master here, and no matter how close some of us might become to him, it is well to remember that, and since they know you’re to be his wife…”

Belle’s belly clenched again as Grace’s words brought back, starkly, the reason she was hours away from her home, in a strange, grand house, filled with fine things, and people she did not know - though at least Grace was a flicker of light among it all.

Sharing tea with Grace helped to settle her nerves but a little, as Grace told her about her new home, and presently the two young women rose and Grace led her toward the other of the two doors, which led to her chambers, and told her that Mister Gold’s room was at the opposite end of the sitting room, by the fireplace. The thought took the ends of the knot in her belly and pulled it a little tighter.

Her room was opulent, with a large canopied bed with drapes of red and gold. In fact the entire room was decorated in the glorious color of sunlight, the floor length curtains at the three bay windows were a golden yellow with the same red and gold color valances as the bedspread and canopy. Even the skirts around her vanity matched the curtains and bed-skirts, the entire room was so well coordinated. Belle imagined that the morning sun would make the room light and airy indeed.

For the moment though, the curtains had been closed, and a fire lit in the hearth to warm the room for when Belle would eventually return to it, her trunks had been unpacked, and a black evening dress hung up for her to wear to dinner.  She supposed she would have servants after all.

As though Grace was once again reading her mind, the girl chuckled and said, “You didn’t imagine Mister Gold would let you do everything all by yourself, did you?”

It seemed to Belle to take an age to prepare for dinner, and Grace fussed endlessly at her hair to have it fall just right about her shoulders, but just as she feared the younger woman would make her late to dinner, Grace declared her ready, and prepared to lead her downstairs to present her to her intended.

“You’ll dine in the Breakfast Room,” Grace told her in a half whisper as they began to descend the stairs. “Mister Gold thought it would be more intimate for the two of you.”

“You’re not joining us?” Belle asked, feeling a sudden rush of panic tighten her belly, and Grace chuckled.

“Of course not,” she said, “There will be plenty of staff to see propriety maintained, and besides, you don’t want me twittering on when you meet him for the first time.”  She leaned closer as if she were about to impart a huge secret and whispered, “I think you’ll like him. He’s not at all as fearsome as people think. You’ll see.”

Before Belle could answer they had reached the bottom of the stairs, and began walking toward a room from which she began to hear the sound of chamber music. Grace suddenly grasped her hand excitedly, and Belle started. Her nerves already frayed.

“Oh, he is playing the gramophone,” she said excitedly, “You are in for rare a treat!”

Belle blinked.  She had heard of a gramophone of course, but her own family were far too old fashioned to have possessed such a thing, and she wondered at what it would be like to hear it properly instead of from a distance. Her silent question was soon answered, when they reached the doorway to what looked like a Salon, where electric lighting - also a commodity that was not so familiar to Belle, at least not in her father’s home - had been switched on, and the warmth of a fire in the hearth reached out to caress away the chills of the stone corridors and the staircase down which she and Grace had come.

As they entered, a man whom she presumed to be Mister Gold, came to his feet, and swiftly buttoned the front of his dress suit jacket as he turned to the ladies. Grace did not wait for the two of them to meet formally, and for the moment Belle was glad of that.  The younger woman simply bobbed barely a curtsy and then almost rushed across the room to greet Mister Gold, standing on her tiptoes to brush a kiss to his cheek.

“Miss Grace.” Belle watched, the frantic beating of her heart subsiding just a little as he indulged Grace with a smile. “Are you certain you won’t join us for dinner? I can easily have Stiers set another place.”

“And get in your way?” Grace teased softly, “Absolutely not. I’ve already arranged with Mister Stiers, and Miss Bernadette to allow me to share supper with them.”

Gold made no comment on this, merely raised an eyebrow, and as if remembering something, released Grace’s arm, which he had been lightly supporting, and walked to the sideboard to retrieve a folded letter.

“A letter from your father came for you today,” he told her, offering it to her.

She took it with a smile, and threw what looked to Belle to be an impulsive hug around Gold’s chest, with a heartfelt, “Thank you,” and then pulled back, clutching the letter to her chest and withdrew almost at a run toward the door through which they’d entered, catching a hold of Belle for a moment and turning her around, almost full circle as she hugged her too. “Enjoy your dinner, Miss Belle,” she murmured as she did, and then was gone leaving Belle standing almost with her back to Mister Gold.

“She’s quite the force of nature, is she not?” Gold’s voice washed over her, like a rolling wave, deep and with a fondness that belied his upright appearance.  At his words though, Belle turned, back to him in time to see him picking something up from atop an untidy fall of papers on his desk, before he approached her, carrying it in his hands.

He came to a halt barely a step or two away, and held out a single red rose toward her.

“If you’ll have it,” he said quietly.

She smiled shyly, and reached out to take it from him, thanking him softly, before she realized she had not shown him the proper respect, and dipped into a deep and graceful curtsy. As she rose, it was to find that he returned her a low and equally respectful bow. She found herself surprised and it must have shown in her face, because he tilted his head a look of query in his eyes.

When she shook her head, uncertain what to say, nor trusting in herself to say… whatever it might have been with a steady voice, he chuckled and nodded, even as he held out his hand to her.

“Ah,” he said knowingly. “My reputation.”

She blushed more fiercely, and set her hand into his, allowing him to lead her across the room, closer to the fireplace.

“I didn’t mean…” she stammered, faltering as he shook his head again.

“No matter.”  His voice was gentle, calm and almost without inflection, but when she looked up she saw a flash of pain and anger move across his eyes, as he said, “In my position I suppose it is only to be expected.”

“Your position, Mister Gold?” she asked, frowning as they came to a stop before the warmth of the fire.

“As the Lord of this Estate,” he answered, “And the lands beyond it, I’m certain there are all kinds of unsavory rumors spread about.”

“Oh,” she said, “Oh, I don’t think—”

“Am I unreasonable?” It took her a moment to realize he was not asking the question of her, but of the rumors themselves. “No, I simply expect that my tenant farmers and laborers honor the terms of our agreements, and pay their dues on time. Everything has its price, Miss French.”

She swallowed hard, tugging her hand from his, the tone in his voice sending tendrils of ice through her blood. The rumors she’d heard said that, yes; that he was a hard, but fair task master, but there were other, darker rumors; rumors of a stranger nature, that hinted on the hidden, the occult, to use the vernacular - dark magic.

“I understand entirely, Sir,” she said.

Her words seem to waken him from his tirade, his momentary lapse of propriety, and he closed his eyes for a heartbeat before offering her a soft, sad, smile.

“Forgive me, Miss French,” he craved quietly, and after a moment or two added, “I don’t know what kind of tales you’ve heard told about me, but as you have entered into our arrangement in good faith, and though we shall be wed, as our contract agrees, I promise you, my dear, that I shall command of you, nothing, and no moment, to which you do not consent.”

She swallowed hard, blinking at him owlishly, a fierce blush rising in her cheeks and she studied him. Rumors also spoke of him as disagreeable in form, a beast with no mercy, and yet, he had shown her nothing but gallantry and kindness since her arrival, and - her blush deepened - she certainly did not find his appearance in any way offensive. Quite the contrary, in fact. His high cheek bones, his long hair and full lips, and the depth of his eyes, their deep crystalline brown, like dark amber, drew her in; made her want to be in his presence… get to know him…

“Do you understand?”

At his softly spoken question, she realized she had made no comment on his promise, and it would be expected that she should say something.

“I,” she began, unsure of how to proceed, “thank you, that is most noble of you.”

“Hardly noble,” he said, his voice dry with cynicism, “I would simply prefer you to be happy here.”

He held out his hand again then, toward her left, the one that bore his ring, and without a thought to objection she placed her chilled fingers into the warmth of his palm.

“You are free here,” he told her softly, “to come and go as you please, so long as it is safe for you to do so and you go accompanied, either by Grace, or by one of the footmen if it is outside of the grounds.”

“I understand,” she said quietly, but inside her heart was pounding. Here was a man to whom she had expected to lose all of her free will, who was offering her a freedom that she had not even enjoyed in her father’s home.

“When I entertain guests,” he went on, “I would hope that you would attend our gatherings at my side as my wife should.”

“Yes,” she agreed readily, it was only fair, and why would she not want to attend such balls and soirees as she had heard were held at Adelram Hall?

“You will oversee the household management, and provisioning of our needs, as would be expected of the Lady of Adelram Hall,” he said, and again, it was no less than she had expected, and had been schooled for as the daughter of a landowner after all.

“Got it,” she confirmed.

“Oh,” he added, as though he had just remembered something very important, his face a mask of seriousness. “And once a month, when the moon is at its peak, you will accompany me to the basement to participate in my rites of dark magic.”

She gasped audibly then and pulled away from him so suddenly that she stumbled backwards into a round table by the hearth, dislodging a china tea cup, finely decorated with pale blue flowers, sending it tumbling to the Persian rug on which the table stood.

The color drained from her, and she felt a band of panic tighten around her chest, both at his words, and for fear of the damage she had done to the tea service, and stared at him in something approaching horror, only then noticing the slight twinkle in his deep brown eyes.

“That one was a quip,” he told her, “Not serious.”

She breathed out a nervous laugh and a whispered, “Right,” before she bent down to pick up the cup, biting her lip as she noticed the chip in the rim of the cup.

“Oh, my…” she said as she lifted the cup from the rug and began to hold it up for him to see. “I’m so sorry. It’s… it’s chipped. You can hardly see it…”

He approached her slowly, carefully, as though approaching a fearful deer whom he thought might bolt, lifting the cup from her fingers and cradling it for a moment.

“It’s just a cup,” he told her softly, as though confused, or somehow testing her.

“You’re… making fun of me,” she accused softly, as he set the cup back on the tray. He turned back to her then.

“Making fun, yes,” he said, “but not of you. Never of you. Simply mocking the rumors that I’m sure you’ve heard. I too have heard the things they say. That I’m a beast; A monster that revels in dark magic.”

“I’m so… sorry,” she said as she noticed that flash of that pain again, but then like a summer shower it was gone once more, and he shook his head, smiling.

“No, the apology is mine, my lady,” he took her hand, and she gladly allowed it, “Can you ever forgive me?”

“Of course,” she said, offering a smile of her own. “No man should have to endure to have such blatant stains cast upon his character, especially as untrue as they are.”

He gave her bow over their joined hands, and asked, “May I?”  She nodded briefly, and he tenderly raised the back of her hand to his lips, to brush her skin with a soft, warm kiss that tingled over the whole of her, following the path of nerves through her body, like lightning seeking to ground.

She shivered and blushed anew as he slowly released her hand.

“Dinner will be a while,” he told her with regret. “I thought we might enjoy some music while we wait.”

“I should like that,” she answered, with a genuine smile. “Grace seemed quite taken with your gramophone.”

He chuckled then as he began to search for a record from the stack beside the player.

“Her father brought it to me,” he said quietly. “It is a treasured gift - for both of us,” he straightened up then, a disk in his hands, held carefully by the edge, and added with a smile, “For you too, I’d hope. A little Chopin, I think.”

She returned the smile, and nodded her accord, not so very well versed in the music of the classical composers to be able to recognize many, but not so ignorant either. Chopin was a favorite of hers. She couldn’t help but wonder if he somehow knew.

She closed her eyes for a moment, listening to the gentle strains of Raindrops Prelude, letting the piano sounds wash over her, until she felt a sudden heat prickle at her and wondering at it, opened her eyes to find him watching her, a quiet half smile on his face.

“Would you care to dance, Miss French?” he asked.

“Oh, I…” she began, about to refuse, but then, something inside her unfurled a little at the look of supplication on his face, and stepping toward him even before she knew what she was doing, she said, “I should like that.”

As she reached him he offered a low bow, and she responded in kind, a curtsy from which he raised her, lightly taking her into his arms, and beginning to turn with her about the open space in the Salon.

At first her hand trembled a little on his shoulder, and where their hands met she felt as if a tingling passed between them, only softly, but it made a strange feeling fizzle in her lungs, a tenderness and excitement that she would never have expected to feel from a stranger - and stranger he was, for all that he would be her husband.

Their movements matched the gentle nature of the music, the light piano tones guiding their steps, and she followed him with ease, and with delight. Then the music darkened, moving to a minor key with many crescendos. He tugged her closer, and she held fast to him. The gentle fizzle becoming an ache, a need to be subsumed by the music, by the man that held her, turned with her, pressed her close to move as one, his thighs parting hers to step, to move around the spaciousness of the room that yet did not feel large enough to contain them, and she became lost in him.

And then…

As if a dream, the power and energy that had possessed her, possessed them both, faded as the music turned again, to fall over them as the gentle patter of rain, washing them both clean, bathing them, blessing them together, and they came slowly to a stop, she breathless, and he…

“I rather fear I forgot myself,” he said, barely above a whisper. “Forgive me.”

“Nothing to forgive,” she whispered in return, and pressed a hand to his chest to feel his heart beat strong, fast, but slowing against her fingers.

[anotherruthlesschick]

Don't Forget the Lights

At the point when you are decorating your room remember to give your lighting some thought. Diverse lighting styles and methods are accessible that can help support your stylistic theme in accomplishing that 'amazing' factor, it can likewise help to upgrade the pleasant parts of the room, and camouflage the terrible ones. Be that as it may, to make greatest effect, consider your lights cautiously; the fittings you decide for your room are the main frill, fail to understand the situation and the impact could be terrible!

The light we use comes from two primary sources - characteristic and fake. Characteristic light comes from the sun or from ignition sources, for example, fireplaces and candles. Counterfeit lighting is produced by power and falls into three fundamental sorts; surrounding, complement and assignment.

Encompassing lighting; is the general, everday lighting that you would normally use in the room

Emphasize lighting; is used to make dramatization to a particular region or thing

Assignment lighting; gives focused on light empowering different undertakings to be finished securely and serenely

So what lighting do you use where?

Initially consider what mind-sets you need to have the option to make in each room, for example:-

The use of the room - is it used basically during the day or around evening time? Is it a region for study or engaging? Is it a room that needs to cook for different undertakings for the two grown-ups and youngsters? Provided that this is true, consider how you will style it to fulfill the two needs

The shades of your room - is your room light and breezy? Or on the other hand does it have a warm, comfortable stylistic theme? Keep in mind, pale tones mirror light, dull tones and material assimilate light so know about how much daylight the room gets and for how long

The situating and thickness of furniture - play with your design, consider the various uses you need from the room, in the event that you have an enormous open space consider making various zones. In the event that there a particular bit of craftsmanship or regions that you need to highlight consider the most ideal way to accomplish this

Size and situating of windows - recollect common light can give an assortment of impacts for the duration of the day; from causing the space to feel light and breezy to stifled and quiet so consider how much normal light your room gets and attempt to use it however much as could be expected

Next stage consider every particular room and the errands finished in that:-

Kitchens and utility zones require brilliant general lighting and undertaking lighting for the ledges and readiness regions. So under pantry lighting and deliberately placed little lights are vital. To help make environment, lights in glass fronted cupboards or lights installed into the kick sheets are great increments, particularly for those long, dull winter nights

Lounges, nooks, and family rooms require splendid general lighting for the occupied, chaotic occasions during the day and early night, deliberately placed lamps for undertakings, for example, perusing and composing and afterward delicate, surrounding lighting for when it's an ideal opportunity to sit back, unwind and watch the TV

Restrooms and dressing tables require zones of unmistakable light so detailed assignments can be finished, this can be accomplished all the more successfully if the light fixtures are mounted on, above or on each side of the mirror. This will help to make greatest effect by keeping shadows under control

Rooms and lounge areas may require some assignment lighting for late evening perusing or finishing homework, yet additionally consider adding some unpretentious yet shining lighting that can be acclimated to suit (or set) the state of mind!

Finally, an ideal opportunity to settle on what kind of fake lighting to use. There are a wide range of styles to browse, however they fall into the four primary classifications beneath:-

Decorative Lighting - for the most part roof lights and lamps which give the visual focal point of the room and the overall lighting prerequisites

Downlighters (Spotlights) - these can be recessed into the roof or wall mounted and can be static or moveable to permit the light to be focused

Uplighters - these are adaptable as they can be unsupported (floor lamp) or wall mounted. They cast light onto the roof to give a pleasant even sparkle.

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Meeting the Parents (pt.2)

(pt.1 here) (Visual for the parents here)

"So, you're positive your parents will like me?" Divus asked as he walked through the airport with Ashton. 

Ashton squeezed his hand, "Of course they will, I've told them a lot about you, they were so ecstatic when I told them you proposed, they'll be overjoyed to meet you." 

They continued walking when a voice called out, "Ashton!! Over here!!!" 

Ashton and Divus looked up to see a thin man with long blonde hair in high ponytail that went down to his waist, he wore black glasses, a red long sleeved shirt, blue jeans and black sneakers. 

Ashton saw the man and grabbed Divus's hand, running over to the man and giving him a tight hug when they got close enough.

"Papa! It's so good to see you again!" Ashton said. 

"I know! It's been forever since I've seen you! You've grown so big!" The man said back. 

Divus stared at the scene before him, unsure what to say.

Ashton pulled away from the man and turned to Divus, "Ah! Divus, this is my dad." 

Divus held out his hand and the man grabbed it but then pulled him into a hug and hugged him tightly.

"It's so nice to finally meet you! I'm so happy to be meeting the man who loves my son as much as I do!" 

Divus was surprised, he had never really been hugged like this before, but it felt comforting and warm. 

The man pulled away and patted his head, "I'm glad to meet you, I'm Adrian Vargas, Ashton's father." 

"R-right, I'm Divus Crewel, Ashton's fiance." 

Adrian smiled, "Well you have your bags right? Then let's go! I brought my car to pick you boys up! We gotta go quickly though because-" 

"Because we want a surprise mama?" Ashton asked. 

"Exactly! So let's go!" Adrian laughed. 

~~

"Your father is so…kind, Ashton." 

Ashton smiled at him and held his hand, "I know you're not used to affection like that but you'll get used to it, I promise." 

Divus smiled, "Yeah, I think I will." 

"Here we are boys! You stay here while I get Ruby!" He laughed as he exited the car. 

"Your father is excitable too, he must love your mother if he wants to surprise her." 

"He does love mama, he always have since he met her." 

"How nice." 

They both jumped a little in surprise when they heard the car door open and felt the cold air blow on them making them both look over. 

"Oh my goodness!" 

Divus and Ashton turned to see a woman with dark brown hair tied into a braid with pink eyes and freckles dotted across her nose, she wore an aqua turtleneck sweater and black jeans along with white shoes. 

She hugged Ashton tightly and he hugged her back, "Oh my goodness! You've changed so much since I last saw you!" The woman said. 

"I know mama, I missed you too!" 

They pulled away from each other, "Well let's get you both inside! Rouge has dying to see you and to meet your fiance!" 

Ashton and Divus stepped out of the car and grabbed their luggage from the car and began heading to the door. 

The woman walked up next to Divus, "Hello dear, sorry I didn't introduce myself earlier, I'm Ruby Vargas, Ashton's mom." 

Divus smiled and shook her hand, "Right, I'm Divus Crewel, nice to meet you and thank you for raising such an amazing man." 

Ruby giggled, "You're welcome and thank you for taking care of my son and being there for him, he was so convinced that nobody would ever want to date him." 

Divus wrapped an arm around Ashton's shoulder and pulled him close, "Well he does joke about things." 

Ashton blushed as he snuggled up closer to Divus, "Stop it…I wasn't confident in myself back then." 

Divus laughed, "I know, I'm just teasing you." 

The three of them walked into the house, it was a cozy little place, light blue walls and a white carpet in the living room with a fireplace and small television on top a wooden chest, a small coffee table in front of a large leather couch, there were also small family pictures everywhere. 

Suddenly, someone came rushing out of the kitchen and hugged Ashton tightly. 

"Ahh! There you are you little teddy bear!" She shouted as she ruffled Ashton's hair. 

"Rouge know it off…! My fiance is right there!" Ashton shouted back at her.

The young woman stopped messing with Ashton and looked over at Divus, she then grabbed Divus's hand and shook it roughly. 

"Nice to meet ya! I'm Rouge Vargas, Ashton's cool big sister!" 

She also had dark brown hair, tied up like Adrian's but significantly shorter, she also had blue eyes, freckles and a mischievous grin, she wore a yellow and white striped shirt and blue jeans, she wasn't wearing any shoes but instead socks, one blue and one red. 

Divus nodded awkwardly, "Right…" 

Adrian poked his head in from the kitchen, "Rouge show them to their room and make sure they take off their shoes before they come all the way inside! Divus you don't have any allergies do you?" 

Divus shook his head and Adrian smiled. 

"Well come on, let's get you both settled in." Rouge said as Divus and Ashton took off their shoes. 

~~

Adrian sat down bowls of food in front of everyone and then sat down, "And dinner is served! Tonight we're having boeuf bourguignon and a small salad and since we're all over 21 I've allowed myself to pull out red wine for tonight." 

Ruby smiled at him, "It smells amazing dear, thank you for cooking again tonight too." 

Adrian kissed her hand, "You're welcome, but don't just thank me, Ashton helped a lot too." 

"Of course, he did a fantastic job too, well, everyone go ahead and eat!" 

Everyone began eating with a bit of small conversation in between about life and school and such. 

"So, Divus, how's the food?" Ashton asked. 

Divus swallowed, "It's good, you did a great job cooking." 

Adrian laughed, "Well, Ashton has always had an interest in cooking, he's been helping me since he was five and even wanted to be a chef when he grew up, though he also had a phase where he wanted to be a-" 

"Papa let's not talk about that…" Ashton said quietly, his cheeks now light pink.

"Awww, but it was such a cute time, you wore a little apron and everything." Adrian responded. 

"Ashton what is he talking about?" Divus asked 

Rouge started giggling, "Ashton…" she started laughing louder, "Ashton went through a phase of wanting to be a housewife!!" 

Ashton covered his face, his cheeks now red with embarrassment. 

Divus laughed a little and grabbed Ashton's hand in his own, intertwining their fingers together, "It's ok babe, it's cute." 

"Jeez…stop lying, it's so embarrassing…" Ashton said, turning his head away. 

"Is not, you're too precious." 

Ruby smiled, "I'm glad to see you love him, Divus." 

Divus smiled back, "Of course, I've loved him since I met him." 

"I'm glad to know." Ruby responded.

~~

Everyone was asleep on the couch, a fire in the fireplace was dying down and the tv was playing some old sitcom. 

Divus wasn't asleep, he sat on the couch, petting Ashton's hair as he snuggled into Divus's side, Divus stopped and gently laid Ashton down and kissed his head. 

Divus walked out and sat on the front porch, breathing in the cold, winter air and looking around at all the trees, the sky was beautiful, there were lots of stars and he could trace constellations with his hand. 

"Divus?" 

Divus jumped in surprise and looked back to see Adrian standing behind him. 

"Oh…hello…" 

"You ok? You're not sick are you?" 

Divus shook his head as Adrian took a seat next to him and placed a hand on his shoulder, "That's good to know, can't have my new son getting sick while out here." 

Divus looked at him surprised, "N-new son?" 

Adrian nodded, "Of course, you're gonna marry Ashton which will make you my son-in-law, so, you're my new son." 

"But we're not married yet." 

"Divus, even if you were just Ashton's friend I'd still think of you of my own child, you're kind and you love my son, you clearly treat him well and I couldn't ask for anything more, so yes, I think of you like my own child." 

Divus felt his face heat up and his eyes suddenly welled up with tears that soon spilled over making him start sobbing, "I…I'm sorry I just…I don't know…my parents were never kind to me like that so I just…oh my god…" 

Adrian pulled him into a hug, petting his hair, "Shh…shh…it's all ok, you're ok, cry as much as you want, just let it all out until you feel better." 

~~

A week had went by quickly and everyone was at the airport saying goodbye to Ashton and Divus. 

Rouge hugged Ashton tightly, "See you around teddy bear! Maybe I'll even invade your school one day!" 

Ashton groaned and hugged her back, "Alright but try to behave while I'm gone." 

"No promises!!" 

"Divus, please continue to take good care of Ashton for us and maybe take time to come back to visit." Ruby said as she held Divus's hand. 

"I will ma'am, I'll protect him for as long as possible." 

Divus grabbed Ashton's hand as he and Rouge stopped hugging. 

Ashton smiled, "Well, we better be going, the plane takes off in an hour and the tsa line looks a little long." 

Adrian smiled back as he put his arm around Ruby, "Well, I guess this is goodbye till you come to visit again." 

The two boys nodded and began walking in. 

"And Divus?" Adrian suddenly said. 

Divus turned back to him. 

"Welcome to the family." 

[dawnjeman]

Interior Design Ideas: Modern English Tudor Design

  Hello, my wonderful friends! It’s great to have you here for a new “Interior Design Ideas”.

Meticulously built by Hendel Homes and with interiors by Danielle Loven of Vivid Interior Design, the architectural direction of this Modern English Tudor residence expertly balances modern and traditional elements, reflecting on the common threads of an English Tudor country house and Hamptons grandeur. The result? A casual, sophisticated home that feels perfectly at ease in its Midwestern foundation.

This modern reinvention of timeless design delights with highly refined and detailed living spaces spread over three floors and I am sure this house tour will inspire you from the beginning to the end.

Try to relax, have a good time and pin your favorite interior design pictures! These stunning pictures by Susan Gilmore Photography and Landmark Photography should fill up your boards!

  Interior Design Ideas: Modern English Tudor Design

This home is a flawless modern interpretation of English Tudor architecture and it’s situated at the end of a cul-de-sac in a quiet neighborhood in Minnesota.

The stucco is custom color.

Landmark Photography.

Windows

Windows are Marvin Windows in “Bronze”.

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Front Porch

Porch flooring is stamped concrete.

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Room to Roar

This expansive home features an open layout, 7,836 square feet, 4 Bedrooms & 7 Bathrooms.

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Cars

This home is a classic car collector’s dream! The home comes with a two level four-car attached garage plus detached garage with storage for up to 10 more vehicles.

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Garage Doors

The garage doors are custom.

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Roof

Roof is combination of Cedar Shake and metal.

Landmark Photography.

Front Door

Front Door: Marvin Windows in “Bronze”. I love the symmetry the windows on each side create.

Lighting: Flambeaux Gas Lanterns – Other Beautiful Outdoor Sconces: Here, Here, Here, Here, Here & Here.

Similar Planters: Here (fiberglass) & Here (ceramic).

Gutters are copper.

Landmark Photography.

Foyer

You will find in this home an unsparing collection of exclusive finishes throughout, from designer wall-coverings, marble mosaics, double herringbone and concrete tile with vintage graphic detail to custom furniture and lighting, all presented with a curated approach that is both upscale and welcoming.

Hardwood Flooring: 6″ Riffed and quartered white oak, eased edge, custom Stain – with Herringbone inset pattern at raised ceiling locations.

Foyer Lighting – Arteriors (discontinued) – similar here.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Great Room

The foyer opens directly to this spacious and elegant Great room. Paint color is Benjamin Moore Collingwood OC-28.

All furniture is available through the designer.

Metal and Leather Accent Chair – Casa Midy.

Landmark Photography.

Chandelier

Lighting – Visual Comfort

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Coffee Table

Black Raffia Coffee Table: Bernhardt.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Sofas

Sofas from Hickory Chair in Designer’s Guild fabric.

Landmark Photography.

Upscale Living Room Decor Ideas:

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Fireplace

Fireplace is Limestone by Francois & co.

Art & Accessories from Vivid Home.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Openness

The open-air environment is flooded with natural light and enhanced by a consistent color palette which connects the spaces perfectly.

Landmark Photography.

Interior Doors & Windows

Interior windows are painted to match the Marvin Bronze in “Sherwin Williams Medium Bronze”.

Pillows: Throw Pillows in Beacon Hill Fabric.

Throw: Hermès.

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Dining Room

Lighting: Visual Comfort.

Dining Table: Custom

Dining Chairs: Custom – Host Chairs in Maxwell Fabric.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Ceiling Paint Color

Ceiling Paint Color: 50% Classic Gray by Benjamin Moore/ 50% Collingwood OC-28 by Benjamin Moore.

Landmark Photography.

Casework Paint Color

Casework Paint Color: Casework – Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17.

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Materials

Natural metals, woods, and organic materials conform in new ways with classic silhouettes and rich textures.

Antique Dough Bowl: Here & Here.

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Ceiling Treatment

Ceiling Treatment: Reclaimed Alder Beams. The ceiling height in this space is 12′.

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Kitchen

This extraordinary kitchen features a custom range hood and open shelving in aged brass and zinc finishes. Kitchen island is made of Walnut.

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Backsplash

Backsplash is Jeffrey Court Calcutta marble mosaic tile – installed only at the range wall. Small Scale beveled subway 12″ x 12″, mesh mounted – similar here, here, here & here.

Grout: TEC Bright White.

Pot Filler: Kohler Artifacts Pot Filler.

Range: Wolf.

Similar Kitchen Hood: here.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Perimeter Kitchen Cabinet

Perimeter Kitchen Cabinet Details: Painted Flat panel with custom moldings. Paint color is Benjamin Moore OC-17 White Dove.

Backsplash Between Fridges: Cistallo Quartzite Full Height.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Kitchen Island Countertop

Countertop is Cristiallo Quartzite, waterfall edge.

Island Tray: Here.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Sink & Faucet

Kitchen Sink: Kohler K6427-0 Whitehaven.

Kitchen Faucet: Kohler Artifacts Pull-Down Faucet.

Filtered Water Faucet: Newport Brass.

Paneled Dishwashers: Bosh.

Island Dimensions

Kitchen Island Dimension:  3.5 x 8′

Counterstools are available through the designer.

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Kitchen Shelves

This kitchen is full of inspiring ideas! To keep a sense of symmetry (see picture above), the designer added a glass opening to the wall with brass floating shelves.

Hardware – Ashley Norton – similar Pulls & Knobs.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Kitchen Pendants

Light fixtures in iron and brass lend the property a distinct architectural edge. Pendants are Robert Abbey.

Landmark Photography.

Beautiful Counterstools:

(Always check dimensions before ordering.

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Refrigerator

A custom buffet is flanked by paneled refrigerator and freezer by Subzero.

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Flow

The optimized floor plan offers formal and informal spaces that open to the exterior grounds for fluid indoor/outdoor living and entertainment. Wall paint color continues to be Benjamin Moore Collingwood.

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TV

A TV is placed in the custom hutch.

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Family Room

The kitchen opens directly to a very comfy and stylish family room/lounge area. Notice the high ceiling, the beams and the tall windows.

Custom Sectional from Vivid Home.

Accent Chair in Clarke & Clarke fabric.

Accent Tables from Modern History & Currey & Co.

Throw Pillows in Opuzen fabric.

Lighting: Visual Comfort Extra Large Lantern in Aged Iron.

Landmark Photography.

Ottoman

Leather Tufted Ottoman: Four Hands.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Hide & Seek

Custom Walnut doors with glass X insets conceal the butler’s pantry and a bar.

Similar Pulls: Here.

Landmark Photography.

Bar

The bar features Walnut cabinetry with Cistallo Quartzite countertop and floating brass shelving.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Butler’s Pantry

This butler’s pantry is truly a dream! Countertop is Cistallo Quartzite.

Backsplash: Cistallo Quartzite 4″ Height.

Floor: Rift and Quartered Solid White Oak with Custom Stain

Chandelier: Visual Comfort.

Sconces: Visual Comfort.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Paint Color

Sherwin Williams SW 7625 Mount Etna.

Roman Shade in Romo fabric.

Sink: Blanco B401734 Ikon Apron Front Sink.

Faucet: Kohler Artifacts Pull-Down Faucet.

Appliances: Wolf Ovens and Bosch Dishwasher.

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Powder Room

Located just off the mudroom, this powder room is elegant and features a gorgeous wallpaper.

Mirror: Here.

Bathroom washstand is DXV – similar here & here.

Faucet is DXV – similar here.

Sconce: Visual Comfort.

Landmark Photography.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is Wallpaper: Osborne & Little Nina Campbell Gold Leaf On a Black Background.

Ceiling: Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black SW6258.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Hall Paint Color

Collingwood by Benjamin Moore.

Landmark Photography.

Main Powder Room

My jaw just dropped! Vanity is Walnut, custom-designed.

Countertop and backsplash is marble.

Chandelier: Robert Abbey.

Sconces: Visual Comfort Light in Hand Rubbed Antique Brass 4”W x 20.5”H.

Vessel Sink: Konbow.

Faucet: Newport Brass.

Similar Mirror: here, here & here.

Interior doors are Alder – custom stained.

Landmark Photography.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper: Schumacher Metallic Strie Silvered Taupe (available through the interior designer).

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Home Central

Custom desk and bookcase are painted in Ben Moore White Dove OC-17. Desk top is Oak, dark stained.

Roman Shades in Robert Allen fabric.

Flushmount: Hudson Valley.

Sconces: Norwell.

Landmark Photography.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is Innovations Achel. Ceiling paint color 50% Ben Moore Classic Gray / 50% Collingwood OC-28.

Accessories from Vivid Home.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Mudroom

Mudroom Flooring: American Florim Charleston 3×36 Glazed Porcelain Tile, Rubble Tile, colors: White, Grey and Timber – installed in a Herringbone patterned. Grout: TEC Dove Grey.

Wall paint color is Benjamin Moore Collingwood. Cabinetry isBen Moore White Dove.

Bench is Oak with a custom dark stain color.

Baseboards: 11″ – Paint Grade.

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Stairway

Natural metals, woods, and organic materials conform in new ways, with classic silhouettes and luxurious textures.

Chandelier: Visual Comfort – similar here.

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Details

This gorgeous staircase features White Oak wood treads and wood risers. The metal railing is custom.

Window Trim: Sherwin Williams Medium Bronze.

Sconces: Visual Comfort.

Landmark Photography.

Railing

A close-up on this stunning metal railing. How beautiful, right?!

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Bonus Room

The staircase leads to the kids’ lounge/bonus room. The doorway seem here leads to the kids/teens ensuites and a laundry room. Paint color is Benjamin Moore Black Jack 2133-20.

This room features a long custom desk with White Oak top, custom cabinetry and comfortable furniture.

Art & Accessories from Vivid Home.

Coffee Table: Here – similar here & here.

Lighting: Made Goods.

Landmark Photography.

Boy’s Bedroom

Main Walls: Benjamin Moore Gentleman’s Gray 2062-20. Bookcase Wall: Benjamin Moore Gentleman’s Gray 2062-20.

Euros in Design Tex plaid.

Sconces: Savoy House.

Loveseat by Bernhardt.

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Ensuite

Cabinet: Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black.

Floor Tile: 9.5″ x 19.25″ Enlonged Hex Jeffrey Court Artic Stone Field Hex.

Countertop: Carrera Marble.

Faucet: Delta.

Sink: Mirabelle.

Lighting: Visual Comfort.

Landmark Photography.

Girl’s Bedroom

Accent wall is painted in Benjamin Moore 2117-30 Shadow. Walls are Ben Moore Collingwood OC-28.

Bed is custom. Euros are in Harlequin fabric – Beautiful & Good Quality Bedding: here, here, here & here.

Roman shade in Cowtan and Tout fabric. Bolster is in a Robert Allen fabric.

Loveseat by Bernhardt.

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Ensuite

Bathroom Cabinet: Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black SW 6258.

Floor Tile: 8″x 8″ Geometric Printed Tile Fioranese Ceramic #45 Certosa – similar style: here.

Lighting: Visual Comfort.

Faucet: Delta.

Sink: Mirabelle.

Landmark Photography.

Master Bedroom

Ceiling paint color is Benjamin Moore Black Jack 2133-20.

Nightstands: Here.

Four Poster Bed: CFC.

Fan: Minka Aire.

Landmark Photography.

Wall Paint Color

Wall color is Benjamin Moore OC-28 Collingwood.

Artwork by Emma Lawrenson.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Fabric

Euros, Accent Pillows and Roman Shades in Kravet Fabric.

Settee is custom with Romo Black fabric.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Master Bathroom

The master bathroom is luxurious and features a great layout. Vanities are custom stained Oak.

Freestanding Tub: Jacuzzi.

Tub Filler: DXV – similar here.

Sconces: Visual Comfort.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Shower Tile

Shower Walls: 12x24” Honed Marble Tile – similar here.

Shower Floor: 2x2” Honed Carrara Marble Tile – similar here.

Hexagon Marble Mosaic Tile: here.

Hansgrohe Rain Showerhead.

Kohler Showerheads.

Landmark Photography.

Flooring & Countertop

Floor tile is 12×24 London Calling Honed marble tile (similar here). Wall color is Benjamin Moore Collingwood.

Countertop is white marble.

Chandelier: Visual Comfort.

Faucets: Brizo.

Sinks: Kohler.

Landmark Photography.

Bathroom Layout

Inspiring bathroom layout!

Cabinetry

I absolutely love the stain color on this Oak cabinetry. It works beautifully with the white marble.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Make-up

Beautiful and practical make-up vanity.

Landmark Photography.

Dressing Room

The dressing room certainly has a nice view… but don’t worry! It also features automatic blinds.

Flooring: Carpet; Black Label #2403 Tip sheared wool/viscose blend.

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Laundry Room

Countertop is Quartz, Caesarstone Pebble.

Flooring: Porcelain Tile – 8 x 24 #53 West End Pulpis by Tile x Design – similar here.

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Basement Bathroom

Sink: Kohler Brockway wash sink – 48″.

Faucets: Kohler.

Soap Dish: Kohler.

Floor: 2x10” textured black ceramic tile in herringbone pattern – similar here.

Shower Floor: 1x1” Black ceramic hexagon tile – similar here.

Shower Wall: 3x12” Beveled white ceramic tile – similar here.

Sconces: Visual Comfort.

Landmark Photography.

Basement

A custom built-in whisky bar and custom-designed abstract glass shelving are just the beginning of an amazing lower level designed for fun.

The pub table/island is custom.

Landmark Photography.

Cabinetry

Cabinetry is Walnut; Dark Custom Stained.

Susan Gilmore Photography.

Countertop

Countertop is Titanium Granite.

Sink: Blanco.

Faucet: Delta.

Basement Paint Color

Basement Paint Color: Collingwood by Benjamin Moore.

Lounge Chair in Opuzen Flamestitch fabric.

Countertstools: Iron Counter Stools from Noir.

Art & Accessories from Vivid Home.

Ceiling Light: Arteriors.

Landmark Photography.

Exercise Room

The exercise room features custom stained wood with walls painted in BM Collingwood OC-28.

Landmark Photography.

Flooring

Floor: Forbo Carpet Tiles. It’s antimicrobial and wears amazing. This was a glue-down installation.

Landmark Photography.

Gym Bathroom

The gym bathroom features a custom vanity with dark quartz countertop and slab backsplash.

Similar Medicine Cabinet: Pottery Barn.

Faucet: Kohler Purist.

Similar Sink: here.

Sconces: Visual Comfort.

Landmark Photography.

Outdoors

Design meets function, delineating an optimized floor plan with formal and informal spaces that open to the exterior grounds for fluid indoor/outdoor living and entertainment.

Landmark Photography.

Screen Porch

Ceiling is Cedar planks and flooring is stamped concrete.

Landmark Photography.

Furniture

Outdoor Sofa by Century Furniture. Notice the outdoor built-in.

Fire Table from Outdoor Rooms – similar here.

Lounge Chairs from Palecek.

Custom Outdoor Area Rug.

Landmark Photography.

Brackets

Brackets are custom.

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Dimensions

The screened porch is 17’4” x 15’6”.

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View

Beautifully designed!

Landmark Photography.

Backyard Goals

Harmonious outdoor pool blends form and function to provide the complete backyard living experience with lush landscaping and an outdoor kitchen for entertaining.

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Outdoor Kitchen

The outdoor kitchen features a Cedar pergola.

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Outdoor Counterstools

The outdoor counterstools are by Palecek.

Landmark Photography.

Architecture Details

This home truly exudes inspiring architectural details that will stand the test of time.

Landmark Photography.

Trim Paint Color

Trim: Benjamin Moore Silver Fox 2108-50.

Landmark Photography.

Timeless Beauty

I woundn’t mind coming home to this!

Landmark Photography.

  Many thanks to the builder and interior designer for sharing the details above!

Builder: Hendel Homes (Instagram – Facebook)

Interior Designer: Vivid Interior Design (Instagram – Facebook)

Photography: Susan Gilmore Photography (Instagram – Facebook)

& Landmark Photography (including 1st image).

  Best Sales of the Month:

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  Wayfair: Up to 70% OFF – Clearance!!!

  Serena & Lily: HUGE Sale – Free Shipping with code: JUMPIN

  Joss & Main: Warehouse Clearout – Up to 70% off!

  Pottery Barn: Up to 20% off your order + free shipping with code “SUMMER”

  One Kings Lane: High Quality Design Decor for Less.

  West Elm: Up to 70% off clearance take an extra 20% off clearance + free shipping with code DIVEIN

  Anthropologie: See the super-popular Joanna Gaines Exclusive line!

  Urban Outfitters: Hip & Affordable Home Decor.

  Horchow: High Quality Furniture and Decor. Up to 30% off the entire site!

  Neiman Marcus: Extra 40% off your entire purchase with “SAVE40-1NSW-N7KYV”

  Saks Fifth Avenue: The Designer Sale: up to 75% off

  Nordstrom: Up to 40% OFF. New Decor!

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2019 New Year Home Tour.

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Southern Beach House with Modern Interiors.

Traditional Kitchen Reno Ideas.

Neutral Home Interior Ideas.

Beautiful Homes of Instagram: Reno Inspiration.

Palm Beach, Florida Home Design.

Rustic Modern Farmhouse.

Interior Design Ideas: Colorful Interiors.

Interior Design Ideas New Home Inspiration.

Grey Kitchen Paint Colors.

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Lead me in Light and Love”.

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