“Deb’s a passionate and deeply experienced design professional with excellent taste.”
CHALLENGE
To create an unexpected yet inviting atmosphere that reflects the owner’s ethnic heritage, and a living space that provides comfort, functionality, and the durability to stand up to frequent use from international guests and college students.
SOLUTION
- Disciplined space planning creates an intimate, highly functional great room.
- Solution-dyed fabric feels like velvet, yet offers excellent durability.
- Bright, rich color palette complements Asian antiques for an evolved look.
- Motorized shades optimize the dramatic Lake Michigan view, yet protect the vivid colors.
- Kitchen interior design seamlessly extends the great room with quality finishes and fixtures.
- Custom millwork and state-of-the art lighting—punctuated with crystal chandeliers—offer both character and function.
Preferred vendors included: Odegard (rugs), Lutron (electronic shades), Swarovski (chandelier crystals), Primitive Art Work (antiques), Sub-Zero (refrigerator), Ann Sacks (marble and mosaics), Closet Works (custom closets), Kravet (furniture).













