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A mis-managed previous remodel is ground for growth and opportunity in this unique master bedroom.
So many Santa Claritians can relate: What's the point of a sitting room, anyway? Says homeowner Shelly Whelchel, "Our sitting room ended up being a place we put our extra furniture that didn't really fit anywhere else. It wasn't special, it wasn't used often. It ended up just being a lot of wasted space."
Located right outside the Whelchel upstairs master bedroom and bathroom lies a grand master balcony. "It's a surprising amount of space - definitely enough to really take advantage of and make it feel like its own distinct room," explains homeowner Shelly Whelchel.
Interior designer and Owner of Clear Images Stephanie Laney has designed some of So Cal's finest homes over the last two decades, but this Woodlands retreat in Valencia is especially notable - because she's designed it twice. "My client has a beautiful home that we did the first time about 15 years ago," says Laney. "We decided it was time for a facelift. Rather than making big changes, we selected a transitional style to update the space. Though the kitchen and family room were the focus of the remodel, we stuck with what we already did for continuity while updating elements to better fit with their style today."
Gail and Marvin Smith have called their 4,900+ square-foot estate in Newhall "home" for over a remarkable-by-SCV-standards 35 years. In comparison to how old most of the pieces inside the formal French house are, though, that's just a drop in the bucket of life.
INTERIOR LOOKS
A mis-managed previous remodel is ground for growth and opportunity in this unique master bedroom.
"Designing a bathroom or powder room is the perfect opportunity to intimately reflect your personality and preferences," says Rebecca Johnston, owner of MIX by RJohnston Interiors. "Because of the relatively small space, you can invest more in materials and accessories that have a big wow factor. That designer wallpaper you covet may be $90+ a roll, but one roll might be all you need for your entire powder room. Even the most exquisite selections become a steal in small but impactful spaces. This is the place to really express yourself and what you love. It's just for you."
Here's the best way to make your home even happier this holiday.
EXTERIOR LOOKS
Located right outside the Whelchel upstairs master bedroom and bathroom lies a grand master balcony. "It's a surprising amount of space - definitely enough to really take advantage of and make it feel like its own distinct room," explains homeowner Shelly Whelchel.
It's time to start planning with great gardening tips and possibly a pool this year!
Why is it that, even with Santa Clarita's 300+ days of annual sunshine, our nearest resort escape is also the one we think of as a last resort? It's time for a perspective, and yard, upgrade. Big or small, our outdoor areas are pricey pieces of our lot square footage that can expand our living space - and our quality of life. Add some quality deep-seated furniture that can go blow to blow with our winds, a cozy all-season fire feature, bold accents that remind us of our favorite outside-SCV vacations and plants that provide a tropical touch.
INSPIRED BY DESIGN
This month, why don't you... "tidy up" with an intentional spring cleaning?
2019 doesn't disappoint when it comes to new innovations in design and details. Your home-improvement to-do-list starts here.
Too often, what's underneath doesn't get enough time top of mind. These local furniture purveyors are changing all that with American-crafted pieces that are as comfortable as they are attractive.
You probably already have a standard set of resolutions for the New Year that affect your happiness and health... now it's time for resolutions for your home.
Open your doors with confidence this year, dear host with the most. You've got this! We're here to help.
They say that first impressions matter the most, which is why we suggest going for big, noticeable - and quick to execute - home improvements that don't set the budget back.
RIGHT AT HOME
Recently, a neighbor eagerly led me and the couple next door into his garage to show off a hard-earned new car. Quickly, the accolades came pouring in: "Wow, it's gorgeous!" "So shiny!" "I love how the color really pops."
Trying to get everything done by that sweet-spot time when guests have yet to arrive and you still have a minor grip on your sanity? We are, too.
Forget the presents under the tree. We're more interested in what's around it. Gift yourself with holiday ambience that cheers the soul - from the day after Halloween to New Year's!
Get your pumpkin-spice fix year-round with these flavorful finds. They're #psl approved!
The Paint-it-Forward winners, plus a national Flooring of the Year Award.
REAL ESTATE
Your new dream home has solar, Valencia views and so much more!
Santa Clarita's most exclusive community is a study in contrasts. Both rural and luxurious, this nearby escape is where celebrities, software giants, entrepreneurs and longtime locals mix among stunning vistas and the valley's most coveted addresses.
You really should look into a second home in Channel Islands - now!
It's been a busy year for RE/MAX owner Dave Rendall, who now counts four RE/MAX offices as his homes away from home. RE/MAX of Santa Clarita, Valencia, Gateway and Elite West of Malibu each serve their immediate communities, an expansion that reflects a brand that's in high demand.
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