Feminine Loft and Media Room

She craved a creative and feminine environment that would work on several different levels: as an office, as a place to meet with producers and actors, as a screening room, and as place for the occasional guest to bunk down. So I called on my cast of design stars and got set to give Audrey an award-winning director's office and screening room.

The office was actually comprised of three separate spaces — two small rooms with a closet in between. So, the first thing I did was tear down the closet in the middle to create one big, open space. I then got down to the business of giving this space a real "loft" feeling. I installed a new, light-toned wood floor throughout that brightens up the room. I also put up a new reclaimed wood ceiling, complete with added faux beams for architectural interest.

To complement these light tones, I selected a color palette of greens, blues, tans and creams. I chose a mixed tone paisley as my main fabric, which adds a feminine and bohemian feeling. For added interest, I used this paisley inspiration for some very unique rub-on wall graphics.

I then divided the space up into two main areas: one side for making movies and one side for watching movies. In the "making" zone, I installed a custom-made desk that's flanked by cabinets for computer equipment, and a shelf to display all of Audrey's awards and mementos. On the opposite wall, I put in a long bench with storage for all of Audrey's movies; this bench connects to another cabinet for her television.

At the other end of the room, I created the "watching" zone, complete with a big, comfy cream-colored sectional, a gorgeous paisley-covered chair and a light blue pull-out couch for guest sleeping. I also designed a refreshment zone that incorporates a beverage fridge and a countertop above which boasts a funky new popcorn maker. But the big news here is the window area, where I installed blackout blinds, a layered drapery system and a high-tech motorized screen that comes down from the ceiling when needed for screening films.

In the middle of these two areas, I installed a small meeting area, comprised of a dark wood table with some unique chairs upholstered in a light green fabric

Lighting is very important for a director, so I installed track lighting on the ceiling, a variety of lamps and one very sparkly pendant above the new meeting table.

After a few more accents and accessories, this third-floor loft space was ready for its debut. By opening up the space and filling it with airy finishes, feminine fixtures, comfy seating and high-tech touches, I was able to give Audrey an office worthy of a movie mogul. Now it's time for lights, camera, action — and a little bit of popcorn. How divine!