Blue Monday (how does it feel...)

For the past few months I've been helping out some friends update their single family home as their needs change. Their kids are growing (toddlers now!) and they wrestle with daily demands vs. an intrinsically modern and sophisticated style (you should see their art collection!)

I think I've said it before, but paint is one of the quickest fixes around. While we take our time to strategize and prioritize over possible bathroom/entry/closet remodels, painting was the most effective way to feel like we're making progress. While that new sofa will take eight to 10 weeks (hello!), painting three rooms only took two days.

And we found that a bold color you love makes so much difference. Check out the dining room before:

And AFTER. Shazam!

Whoa! Talk about deep blue something! It's been great working with my friends, knowing their pre-kid style and incorporating their love of the dramatic (did I mention the dynamic art collection?) with something that would stimulate their kids and make their dining room pop. (The adjoining living room was painted a complementary pale blue.)

Okay, check one thing off the list. Stay tuned for more!