A sea of calming blue and serene cream in the home's gathering space complements interior stone cladding and connects the room to outdoor spaces.

Designed to resemble an old stone structure, the great room stands as the home's hub with wings radiating out like spokes.

Four giclees on paper, which draw out golden tones in the limestone, form the room's focal point. The matted and framed artwork was mounted on plywood, which was anchored to the stone wall.

I wanted there to be lots of interesting textures,' says interior designer Linda Woodrum. 'I wanted the perimeter of the room the stone wall and the windows to be dominant. Then I wanted your eye to go outside.

Why shades of blue in this and other first-floor spaces? Linda was inspired by the color of Utah skies, the Provo River, Mount Timpanogos and the Cascade Mountain ranges at sunset.

Mortis-and-tenon timber trusses, stabilized with stainless steel collar ties, visually lower the vaulted ceiling and transform an otherwise voluminous space into a cozy escape.

French doors connect the great room to an outdoor living room and grilling station that extends space for entertaining during three seasons of the year.

Ticking stripe, houndstooth and ikat upholstery and pillow fabrics continue Linda's story of texture.

A design vignette that bridges the space between the great room and the kitchen offers up its own tabletop treasures and ottomans, which tuck away during quiet times.

Six cottage-style glass-topped tables form one large center coffee table; slatted shelves provide storage for magazines, pillows and home entertaining essentials.

The staggered height of decorative elements assures the importance of each in the artful tablescape design.

Linda layered textures to add interest in the space. The handwoven seagrass braids of a serving tray echo the stacked design of limestone.

'I like that the ikat prints are very clean, very crisp and strong enough to hold their own,' says Linda. 'And they relate back to the ikat pillows and the chair in the foyer.'

 

The nature-inspired color palette flows effortlessly from the great room to the cooking and dining spaces.

ANDREA SCHUMACHER 

O Interior Design 

Greenwich Village is alive and well in Denver, where Platte Street intersects Confluence Park. This is immediately apparent to anyone who happens upon this vibrant part of town, where the street teems with activity — dogs, young children with their parents, charming boutiques and wine shops, cafes and bakeries. Climb up two flights of stairs above the Savory Spice, and you come upon the atelier of O Interior Design, founded in 1999 by Andrea Monath Schumacher. She opened her business after amassing an impressive collection of credentials: a B.A. in interior design, graduate studies at the University of Colorado in architecture, certification from the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University. Next, Schumacher did a set design apprenticeship with NBC’s Days of Our Lives, then worked for Columbia Pictures as an in-house designer. The rest, as they say, is history.

This neutral living room is enlivened by the rich texture of the materials and the bright pops of color. Tip: When using neutral materials, select ones that have texture to add depth and interest to the space.

Living room with burnt orange painted wall.

The charcoal shag rug and coffered ceiling help to create a cozy living room. The yellow lampshades provide a perfect contrast to the black-and-white patterned draperies.

In these living and dining spaces, classic furniture styles are updated with animal print and patterns. The artwork and the antler chandelier give the space a sense of Old World charm.

The framed antique mirrors give this living room a graphic punch. The black piping on the cream sofas follows suit. The damask wallpaper and patchwork cowhide rug give texture to the space.

Although this space is filled with neutral colors, it is incredibly rich with texture and detail. The fireplace surround is Carrera marble and the chimney is upholstered in suede and decorated with a pair of longhorns.

Custom sheer curtains of Dedar fabric soften a masculine study; the fuchsia silk rug is made from recycled Indian saris.

This living room is given an eclectic feel with the different styles of furniture in the space. The white piano is set off by the dark millwork and creamy moiré wallpaper behind it.

Neutral sitting room with vibrant pops of color . A bright orange bench adds a lovely pop of color to this soft, neutral room.

What looks better at night than luxury curtains drawn in your living room, they make the space appear warm and cozy and add texture and color to the room.

 During the day the curtains frame the window adding softness and design to the living room.

A print on a half panama fabric.   Great value for money. A nice bright horizontal stripe brings a touch of style to your room. This design is fully lined with an eyelet heading. Matching cushion covers are available to give a finishing touch to the look

These timelessly elegant woven jacquard curtains would be a sophisticated finishing touch for any interior. The beautiful trailing tulips gives a traditional feel whilst the woven quality of the fabric adds a subtle touch of texture.

A geometric top border on a hop sack cloth, for an admirable design. The depth and clarity of the contrast colours on the natural hop sack cloth will fulfil anyone’s wish for a modern and exciting feel.

The ultimate in luxury. Traditional yet Modern. This silk inspired jacquard design is an elegant timeless classic. It will give a stunning finish to any room.

A  faux silk embroidered fabric which creates an ambiance of both calm and vibrancy.  An abstact swirl design with a subtle sheen will give a stunning appearance with great value for money.

This self patterned waffle effect curtain will enhance the ambience of any room they are located. They are lined with matching tie backs and cushion covers.

A  faux silk embroidered fabric which creates an ambiance of both calm and vibrancy.  An abstact swirl design with a subtle sheen will give a stunning appearance with great value for money.

Traditional yet Modern. This design can encompass the whole spectrum of window dressing. These curtains with their metallic yarn expertly woven onto a heavy weight textured fabric would give an excellent finish to any room

An effective spray pattern compromising of the most up to date colour pallet to give this design the real WOW factor. It takes its cue from the most modern trends and yet has its own air of originality. 

Contemporary leaf print design giving a warm autumnal feel.  Luxurious woven pencil pleat curtains with a soft sheen. These sophisticated colour palletts will suit any modern interior.

A large modern floral woven design. Inspired by some of the most up to date designs and incorporating modern manufacturing techniques, to give a contrast of a silk effect flower against a more natural base cloth.

A Stunning modern hopsack design with a faux suede appliqué squares running through the curtain. The density of the hopsack cloth and the faux suede appliqué combine exquisitely to provide a curtain that has a real touch of class and is truly value for money.

A stylish and elegant modern large floral print, printed on a cotton jacquard. This flowing design will make any room feel warm and modern. 

Classically elegant with timeless appeal, Capesbury is a beautiful vintage floral printed on a linen look ground, which adds a real touch of luxury and completes the antique feel.

A traditionally woven heavy weight tapestry design. This design will bring an air of grandeur to any room in the house, making it feel warm and homely.

A funky modern floral print with an eyelet heading set on a contrast border to give the design a luxurious look. With its blend of vibrant colours and unique design this is to make any room feel warm and look modern.

A contemporary cross stripe chenille and taffeta woven eyelet design which is enhanced with a metallic yarn to give a defining contrast yet delicate ambiance. Suitable for any room. This design is fully lined with an eyelet heading.

Modern living room style is all about minimalism and neutrality. Clean lines and simple color schemes are the order of the day for a modern living room. The base colors of the room should all remain neutral, but you can work a few bold, simple colors into accents and accessories. Angular pieces are also standard to the modern  living room style, but round circular pieces may also be found from time to time. Use a

neutral color palette. Modern living room style is fairly minimalist, even down to the color scheme. A base color scheme should consist of neutral colors, including white, beige, and black. This allows the accessories and furnishings to draw the eye more effectively.

 Keep things light. Modern living rooms typically have a lot of light flowing in. Large windows that allow sunlight to stream in at an angle are best, but sources of artificial light are just as important. Choose lights that give off a bright, blue white glow instead of bulbs with a yellow white glow.

Uplighting with a dimmer can create mood when entertaining. We used a shag rug and black wood veneer wallpaper as a wainscot for a masculine and swanky look for a swingin' single guy in downtown Denver. Photo by Tim Murphy.

This room, though dramatic on the surface, is very simple and cost effective. The walls are painted in wide stripes, which quickly give the room a lot of interest. The furnishings are straight lined, bordering on modern. The textured rug, highly coordinated accessories, glass desk and great chandelier add the finishing touches.

In the grand salon, the ceilings were improved with artful soffits to create soft curves, which are also reflected in the furnishings and rug. The walls were dressed with an unexpected horizontal staggered line tile and wave panel resin material. A beautiful bar was design and built for entertaining. Two conversation areas were laid out in the grand salon. The sofas are a deep chocolate mohair and paired with classic egg chairs and a custom entertainment console dressed with oversized hardware and ostrich leather.Design Tip: Walls don’t have to be painted or papered. Think about tiles, even in a living room.

Earthy tones combine this open space as living room, dining room and kitchen, giving a cozy ambiance.

The ebonized floors and stark white walls provided the perfect backdrop for furnishings in a palette of warm earth tones and various types of wood. The room was divided into two seating areas, with the primary area containing the sofa, chaise and two club chairs surrounding the SPI LINE Blanco Coffee Table whose nickel plated frame...

To enhance the 11-foot ceiling and the flood of natural light from the large windows in the living area, 8-inch oak molding that surrounded all of the windows was removed, as was the ornamental crown and base molding that existed throughout the apartment. SPI opted to divide the living area from the dining area with large cube towe...

The textural elements of the stone fireplace and shaggy rug, along with hints of apple green, keep this modern space from feeling too sterile.

A cozy family room was created by installing a central chandelier to bring down the height of the ceiling. Additionally, the designer added a sleek shelf around the room for the owner to display his own photographs. Custom iron floor lamps, dramatic drapery and woven shades add texture add warmth to the room. Even though.

The way to get maximum impact from an area rug is to use it as the "soul of your room". The color scheme, furniture placement and accessories should all connect back to it.

Whether you are looking for cottage casual, traditional with a twist or contemporary sophistication, the Better Homes and Gardens furniture collection is designed to meet your style needs.

Modern Expressions Portfolio Table
The ultimate blend of old and new, the tables in the Modern Expressions collection add a touch of refinement to any living space. Timeless shapes and lines are enhanced with modern features such as a sliding top that reveals storage in the portfolio cocktail table.

London Living Room
This versatile sectional features down blend seating and chic tufted detailing on the inside arms. Customize it with five different pieces, including a cocktail ottoman. The color palette is anchored in soft dove gray and accented by a watercolor floral jacquard, contemporary geometrics, and a beautifully sculpted chaise lounge in saffron yellow.

Tea House Living Room
What could be more welcoming than this casual sofa with bright red print pillows featuring a tea house script? This warm color palette starts with a khaki colored twill base cloth on the sofa accented by a pin stripe on the contrasting bias welt. Then layering begins with the script pattern pillows and a sophisticated printed chair frame design. Top it off with the sophisticated cocktail ottoman that shows off a scalloped nail head trim pattern .

Caprock Living Room
Soothing liquid green and spa blue colors calm your senses. These gentle tones are draped on a neat and stylish sock arm sofa with an elegantly shaped leg and armloads of pillows. Down blend cushions provide the ultimate in comfort. Round out the setting with a classic wood accent chair and a cozy settee for a beautiful, relaxing room.

Denali Living Room
Make a bold statement with this contemporary track arm sofa featuring down blend seating, loose pillow backs and sleek French seaming. Soft taupe colored corduroy sets the stage for the vibrant lavender watercolor and animal skin chenille fabrics to dance on. There's plenty of room to stretch out and get comfortable while you're showing off your style.

Nova Scotia Living Room
Contemporary styling blends easily with tailored menswear fabrics to give this collection a tasteful trendy balance. Don't miss the sleek shaping in the track arm or the comfy down blend cushions. A herringbone chenille dresses up the sofa, a hounds tooth plaid sits up straight on the wood accent chair. Then we added in an eye catching contemporary floral in a poppy red just for fun.

Ceviche Living Room
One of our most popular styles, this sofa makes you feel right at home. Pin stripes of charcoal gray on a linen colored background are framed by contrasting welt. Accenting pillows abound in livable fabrics like hounds tooth and a free form foliage tapestry. Mix it up with a wood accent chair, a gorgeous cocktail ottoman and then settle into the relaxing recliner to appreciate your great taste !

Visor Living Room
Whether it's a cottage by the sea, or a country estate, bring the garden sunshine into your home with this happy combination. The sofa sits on beautifully turned legs and features loose pillow backs and down blend cushions to give you years of comfort. A bright playful floral print is contrasted with mixed  up geometrics to make you smile on even the rainiest day.

Gilpin Living Room
Never a dull moment with this brightly colored collection lots of details to take in! For starters, notice the tufted rolled arms and back, all contrasted in peacock blue welt on this classic chesterfield sofa. Then pile on gorgeous print pillows and supple quilted jacquard pillows. Throw in a wide sunny stripe on a pair of slipper chairs for good measure and you've got yourself a show stopper!

Corey Living Room
As easy as your favorite pair of jeans, this sofa invites you to kick up your feet and relax. It features a mocha brown corduroy on a 2 seat, turned leg frame with loose pillow backs and down blend seating. The accenting tapestry is inspired by a needlepoint rose bouquet just right for making you feel right at home.

American Cottage Cocktail Table
A comfy sofa or favorite chair and somewhere to put your feet up and set a cold drink it's the recipe for the perfect living room. Whether you want to relax or work, a lift top cocktail table like this one from the American Cottage collection makes it easy.

Classic Home Cocktail Table
Classic detailing and a vintage cherry finish are paired with thoughtful electronic storage options to give this collection modern sensibilities. The cocktail table offers a multifunctional lift top that can be used as additional dining or work space.

American Cottage Garden Chest
Quirky with tons of personality, this garden chest is one of a kind. Add it to almost any room of the house and enjoy how it provides storage, a spot for a lamp, and lots of cottage charm.

American Cottage Parlor Table
Keep your eyes open because your friends will want to steal this adorable parlor table. Perfect as a side table, nightstand or resting spot anywhere in the house it's brimming with storage and character. Charming and functional, the glass top doubles as removable tray.