Classic New Orleans Great Room

Before: Sitting Area

Colleen and Paul Loria want to figure out a way to remodel the non-kitchen part of the great room in their 19th-century New Orleans home. They've had a hard time figuring out a layout that maximizes the square shape and minimal wall space. The Lorias would also like to tie in the adjoining kitchen and add an adult-friendly social space. Three Louisiana designers will compete for the opportunity to jazz up the space for these fun and busy parents.

After: Sitting Area

After careful consideration, the Lorias chose Monique Breaux of Posh Interiors for her ingenious ideas. Breaux plays up the architectural features of the space to give it a classic New Orleans look. She adds a faux wall finish to blend into the kitchen area, a wet bar, and chenille chaises over a soft carpet. An existing bench is recovered in a quilted silk and lamps, artificial palm trees, and contemporary art add the finishing touches to the room.

silk window treatments (Kiftsgate, Color: Green Tea), silk bench fabric (Silk Diamond, Color: copper) - Beacon Hill Showrooms
wet bar, beverage center cabinet - Classic Cabinets
onyx vessel on wet bar (Honey onyx) - Mediterranean Marble
fresh flowers - Audobon Flowers
wall-mounted faucet in wet bar (St. Thomas) - LCR/Plumbing Warehouse
beverage center and wine reserve - General Electric
icemaker in wet bar (KUIS15NRHB) – KitchenAid