WOODHOUSE Design Studio

In the Spotlight

Featured projects
& design details.

A closer look at the spaces, transformations, and thoughtful details that bring my design perspective to life.

From a complete room to a single defining feature, each image tells part of the story—revealing character, creating connection, and bringing possibility into focus.

Featured Projects

Before, and beautifully after.

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Front Entry

Arrival, entirely rethought.

A single wood door with a narrow sidelight gave way to a custom arched iron double door. Larger lanterns, clipped topiaries in black planters, and a stone landing finish the approach.

Brick house entry before renovation: a single wood door with an arched leaded-glass insert and a narrow sidelight, under a stone arch with small black wall lanterns.

Before

The same entry after renovation: a custom arched black iron double door with scrolled glazing, larger black lanterns, clipped topiaries in black planters, and a stone landing.

After

Entry & Stairway

The stairway becomes the statement.

Floor-to-ceiling applied molding, a fresh white envelope, a new iron railing, and a bronze orb chandelier turn a plain pass-through into the home's first impression.

Two-story entry before renovation: flat greige walls, an oak handrail with thin white spindles, and a small brass lantern.

Before

The same entry after renovation: a full wall of white applied molding, dark iron railing and treads, and a bronze orb chandelier.

After

Living Room

One wall changes how the room reads.

Arched white built-ins and a brown marble surround came out. In their place, a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone chimney, a linear fire, walnut floating shelves on charcoal recessed panels, and dark hardwood underfoot.

Living room before renovation: white arched built-in shelving flanking a brown marble fireplace surround, a wall-mounted television, and pale carpet.

Before

The same living room after renovation: a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone chimney with a linear fire below the television, walnut floating shelves on charcoal recessed panels, and dark hardwood floors.

After

Formal Living

Elevate the walls, and the room follows.

Paneled walls in deep graphite, a crystal chandelier in place of a dated pendant, and a soft layered rug give the piano a room worthy of it.

Formal living room before: pale grey walls with plain wainscot, a bare oak floor, a grand piano, and a dated amber glass pendant.

Before

The same room after: graphite applied-molding walls, a tiered crystal chandelier, a fiddle-leaf fig, and a soft grey patterned rug under the piano.

After

Kitchen

The kitchen steps into the light.

Cherry cabinetry, terracotta tile, and black granite gave way to a cream and black palette — glass-front uppers lit from within, a figured granite island, oversized dome pendants, and warm light under every cabinet run.

Kitchen before renovation: dark cherry cabinets, black granite counters, terracotta floor tile, and a small dark island with two chairs.

Before

The same kitchen after renovation: cream cabinetry with black-framed glass uppers lit from within, a figured granite island, black and brass dome pendants, and lighting under every cabinet.

After

Coffee Bar

The smallest corner earns its keep.

Around the corner from the same kitchen, a dated wine rack became a working espresso bar: navy shaker drawers, white subway tile, granite picked up from the island, and floating shelves washed with concealed light.

Coffee bar alcove before renovation: a stained wood cabinet with a diamond wine rack, glass-front doors, and a black granite counter.

Before

The same alcove after renovation: navy shaker drawers, white subway tile, speckled granite, and two floating wood shelves lit by concealed strip lighting beneath an exposed bulb pendant.

After

Den & Fireplace

Sometimes the change is how a room feels.

A stronger stone fireplace focal point, layered window treatments, natural texture, and deep comfortable seating turn a once-simple den into a warm place to gather.

Empty den before: charcoal walls, a cream mantel with beige tile facing, bare aluminum blinds, and dark wood floors.

Before

The finished den: a stacked stone fireplace under a shiplap chimney breast, leather sofa, navy club chair, round upholstered ottoman, and layered drapery.

After

Powder Bath

A lasting impression, made of details.

Hexagonal stone mosaic behind a backlit round mirror, a navy vanity with brass pulls, glass pendants at either side, and warm wood floors in place of builder beige.

Powder bath before: a long white raised-panel vanity, frameless sheet mirror, three-bulb chrome light bar, and beige floor tile.

Before

The same bath after: a hexagonal grey stone mosaic wall, backlit round mirror, hanging glass pendants, navy vanity with brass pulls, and open towel shelving.

After

Guest Bath

Guest baths deserve upgrades, too.

A tub and shower curtain give way to frameless glass and a mosaic niche; shiplap, a backlit mirror, and a marble-topped black vanity make the stay feel considered.

Guest bath before: a white alcove tub behind a patterned shower curtain, beige walls, and a small tile floor with a bath mat.
The same guest bath vanity before: a cultured marble top on a white cabinet, frameless mirror, two-bulb light, and framed prints on beige walls.

Before

Guest bath after: a frameless glass shower on a matte black barn-style rail, large-format tile with a mosaic niche and mosaic floor, and black fixtures.
The same vanity after: a backlit rectangular mirror over a marble-topped black vanity, shiplap wall, matte black hardware, and mustard hand towels.

After

Design Details

A single defining feature.

Custom arched double entry door in black iron and patterned glass, set in a limestone surround with lit lanterns, boxwood topiaries, and floor lanterns at dusk.
Private residence — custom entry

First Impressions

A custom entry makes a statement before you walk in.

Every element is chosen with intention — from the curve of the arch to the glow of the lanterns — to create an entrance that feels like home.

Custom Design
Bespoke doors tailored to the architecture and its style.
Thoughtful Lighting
Layered lighting creates warmth, safety, and ambiance.
Quality Materials
Hand-selected finishes built to elevate and endure.
Lasting Impact
A refined entry that leaves a lasting impression.

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