Suburban style
On The Bright Side
A home outside Boston goes from beige to bold with whimsical art, modern patterns, and feel-good design for the whole family. ///////////
Text by Julie Dugdale Photography by Michael J. Lee
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he has modern West Coast sensibilities. He’s a farm guy who loves nature. When a new job prompted a move from their home in rural Rhode Island to the Boston suburb of Sharon, the first order of business was transforming the 5,800-squarefoot house into a space that suited both their styles. “The two of them had such
different ideas,” says designer Shari Pellows about her clients. “To marry their tastes was a challenge.” Two things everyone agreed on: the importance of color, and materials that were durable enough to withstand three kids, two cats, and a dog. “I really didn’t want traditional,” the wife says. “I like sparkle and fun.”
Pellows took a layered approach and started with the floors and walls, darkening what she and her clients called the The living room shares a two-way fireplace with the family room and showcases colorful abstract paintings against a neutral backdrop of staggered limestone bricks and light-colored seating. Designer Shari Pellows adds edgy energy by contrasting the cool hues of the Steven King rugs with the fiery colors in the art.
56 New England Home november–december 2016
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