Ample Color in Stylish Home
This attractive home from Jeff Pelletier is primarily traditional but also uses strong contemporary and midcentury modern elements along with bold colors such as lime green, orange, charcoal gray and more.
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September 25, 2015

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Jeff Pelletier
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Chic Basement Bar Adjacent to Well-Organized Playroom
Open glass shelving showcases a fully stocked bar on one side of this basement entertainment room. A white tile backsplash runs under the shelving, and stainless steel chairs line the wood bar countertop. A step across the small hallway takes you into the playroom featuring built in-shelving for container storage. A green rug adds a pop of bright color and fun to the playspace.
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Jeff Pelletier
Transitional Gray Basement Bar With Wood Countertop
The custom bar uses every square foot to maximize entertaining and work space. Gray walls, a wood countertop and white cabinetry blend beautifully, and pendant lights keep the space bright. In the toy room beyond, built-in storage keeps the space organized.
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Transitional Basement Bar With Built-In Wine Storage
The basement bar uses space that would otherwise be empty square footage. A custom bar aligns with the stair treads and is the same wood and finish as the steps. A dark charcoal wall is a complementary accent to the light gray paint. Glass subway tile adds a simple pattern to the space and open shelving keeps bottles organized and accessible.
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Jeff Pelletier
Lime-Green Front Porch With Wicker Loveseat
The decking on this small front porch is ipe wood and the ceiling is clear cedar. The vibrant lime green shines next to the wood. A built-in heater in the ceiling warms the gray wicker loveseat, which is adorned with white cushions.
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Front Porch With Lime-Green Walls and Wicker Loveseat
The cozy front porch has a built-in ceiling heater for comfortable socializing on cool evenings. Lime-green walls create a fun vibe in the small space. Kelly green and hot-pink caps on the white columns add an extra touch of color. A white-cushioned loveseat fits snugly on the far end of the porch.
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Jeff Pelletier
Lime-Green Family Room Features Crisp White Wainscoting
The family room has tall ceilings, so white wainscoting was used to visually lower the height of the space for a cozy feel. Clean white decorative accents provide contrast without too much visual clutter. A lime-green color brings a fun and lighthearted feel to the design, while neutral furniture allows the wall color to shine.
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Open-Plan Kitchen With Doorway Leading to Backyard
The kitchen has a folding door which opens to a wood patio leading into the small backyard. Another large, open wall connects to the bright green living room for a truly open feel. The island has a gray countertop that complements the wall color, and a perfectly fitted cutout houses the dog dishes.
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Jeff Pelletier
Gray Kitchen Flows Into Lime-Green Family Room
The kitchen island serves as a buffer between the open kitchen and family room. White trim ties the spaces together for a smooth transition from the calm gray kitchen to the vibrant lime-green living room. Both rooms utilize built-in white shelving and a rich hardwood floor.
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Jeff Pelletier
Gray and White Transitional Kitchen With Open Shelving
Open shelves keep cookbooks and everyday tableware handy but off the countertops in this transitional kitchen. Roller shades on the glass doors and window allow for natural lighting or privacy. A white subway-tile backsplash with gray grout complements the room's white and gray color scheme.
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Jeff Pelletier
Stylish Transitional Kitchen Features Library Ladder
A library ladder provides a fun and unique way to access high cabinets in this transitional kitchen. A white subway-tile backsplash brings a nice pattern to the solid finishes in the kitchen's design. Gray countertops complement the light gray walls.
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Jeff Pelletier
Functional Kitchen Island With Dog Bowl Cubby
A recess in the island provides for a handy spot for the dog's water bowl. Built-in cabinetry on the island creates extra storage and matches the cabinets lining the wall. A subway-tile backsplash brings a nice pattern to the smooth finishes in the kitchen's design, and hardwood flooring adds warmth.
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Jeff Pelletier
Pink Dutch Front Door Opens Into Gray Transitional Foyer
A Dutch front door provides the option to have fresh air without fully exposing the home. The hot-pink exterior color shines boldly against the gray and white colors of the foyer. The pendant light fixture is an unexpected decorative element in the transitional space.
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Jeff Pelletier
Charcoal-Gray Dining Room With Simple Yet Bold Design
The dining table in this transitional dining room is offset into the bay window to allow open circulation between the connected rooms. The charcoal-gray walls are trimmed in white for a bold look. Simple white chairs surround the sleek wood dining table below a sputnik-style chandelier.
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Jeff Pelletier
Colorful Connected Living and Dining Rooms
The living, dining and family rooms open into each other and are trimmed in bright white for a fresh and dramatic appearance. A lime-green accent wall pops in the living room, and the color is repeated in the family room. A large built-in bookshelf surrounding the mounted TV provides ample storage and display space.
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Jeff Pelletier
Striking Living Room With Lime-Green Accent Wall
Thick white trim creates a cohesive look in the open design of this home. The living room features a lime-green accent wall behind a large built-in shelving unit with a custom library ladder. A round wood coffee table echoes the rich wood of the hardwood floor, and a shag rug brings a soft texture to the room.
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Retro-Style Furniture in Colorful Living Room
A custom library ladder is a fun accessory for the large shelving unit in this living room. The lime green pops nicely against the surrounding orange walls, and the room is unified with thick white trim. A tufted white sofa matches the trim, while wood tables blend with the hardwood floor. Midcentury-modern chairs with matching ottomans complete the space.
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Jeff Pelletier
Transitional White Laundry Room
Keeping the small room simple and uncluttered ensures that this laundry room is efficient and functional. A side-by-side washer and dryer fit snugly into cubbies to provide extra countertop space. The black countertops are a nice, bold contrast to the white room. A white subway-tile backsplash adds a little embellishment to the space.
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Jeff Pelletier
Transitional Eat-In Kitchen With White Subway-Tile Backsplash
Built-in cabinets and shelving stretch the entire length of this kitchen for upper and lower storage. Open shelves keep cookbooks and everyday tableware close at hand. A white subway-tile backsplash creates a lovely finish above the dark countertop. A small cube island seconds as a dining table, finishing the room.
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Jeff Pelletier
Lime-Green Family Room With Built-In Shelves
The lime-green family room is connected to the kitchen in this open-concept home. The vibrant green walls are complemented by white trim and shelving. An oval-shaped wood coffee table is flanked by a pair of retro-patterned chairs and a brown sofa.
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Jeff Pelletier
Custom Built-In Dog Crate Under Pantry Cabinets
This built-in dog crate is situated below a pantry and open shelf unit. The built-in design keeps the crate out of the way while still allowing for easy access. A grated door ensures the dog can see out and receive air flow.
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Jeff Pelletier
Hallway With Hardwood Floor, Gray Walls and White Trim
The upstairs hallway uses clean white trim to tie everything together. Gray walls keep the space light, while hardwood flooring adds a natural warmth to the look. The hallway ends in a point with doors on either side for an interesting angled finish.
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Jeff Pelletier
Custom Built-In Dog Crate in Kitchen
A custom dog crate is built into this wall of kitchen shelving. The small grated door slides up and down for easy use. Hiding it within the wall is a great way to keep the area organized and clean, while maximizing floor space.
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Jeff Pelletier
Bold Orange Living Room With Crisp White Trim
The home entry opens into the bright orange living room. The transitional room is trimmed in white for a fresh appearance. A white tufted sofa and built-in white bookshelf match the bright surroundings. A shag rug, midcentury-modern chairs and matching tufted ottomans bring neutral tones to the room to balance the design.
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Jeff Pelletier
Transitional Office With Royal-Blue Walls and Wood Furniture
This transitional home office features walnut furniture, which contrasts beautifully with the royal-blue walls. A traditional table lamp, cylindrical floor lamp and wavy globe light fixture combine for interesting and decorative lighting. A black office chair rolls up to the desk for an easily accessible workspace.
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Jeff Pelletier
White Tile Shower in Transitional Gray Bathroom
This transitional-style bathroom uses a white tile shower along with white wainscoting to create a clean and fresh look. Light gray paint adds a touch of darker color while keeping the space light. The gray is echoed in the marble countertop on the dark wood vanity.
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Jeff Pelletier
Dining Room Boasts Gray Walls and Sleek Furnishings
A midcentury-modern-inspired light fixture and bright color scheme create a stylish transitional look in this dining room. Charcoal-gray walls are trimmed with traditional white molding, and modern white chairs line a long wood table. A sleek white buffet completes the striking design.
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Jeff Pelletier
Bathroom With Wood Vanity and Light Blue Tile
Large blue glass tiles continue from the shower throughout this contemporary bathroom. White chair rail separates the blue tile from the white upper walls. A wood vanity adds a lovely finish to the mix, and the light countertop blends with the white toilet, walls and door.
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Jeff Pelletier
White Basement Bedroom Features Orange Accent Wall
This contemporary basement bedroom boasts an orange accent wall to help brighten the lower-level space. A large window brings in some natural light. A brown leather bed frame is topped with white bed linens, and a wood desk is paired with a modern white chair. A bright blue lampshade adds an extra pop of color.
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Jeff Pelletier
Basement Lego Lounge With Built-In Storage System
This spacious basement playroom features a wall-to-wall storage system fit for a Lego aficionado. Separate drawers were built in to the shelving unit, providing plenty of room for stowing away tiny pieces.
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Jeff Pelletier
Basement Lego Lounge With Built-In Wall Storage
This spacious basement features a wall-to-wall shelving unit that has been fitted with convenient pullout drawers for stowing away small Lego pieces. The shelves also provide room for speakers that work with the home's integrated sound system.
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Jeff Pelletier
Basement Playroom Wall-to-Wall Lego Storage With Desk
This spacious basement playroom features built-in shelving with pullout containers fit for organizing small pieces. The wall-to-wall storage unit includes a built-in desk, providing the perfect spot for piecing together complicated Lego designs.
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Jeff Pelletier
Basement Lego Lounge With Built-In Storage System
This spacious basement features a wall-to-wall storage system fit for Lego aficionados of all ages. Separate drawers were built into the shelving unit, providing plenty of room for stowing away and keeping tiny pieces organized.
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Jeff Pelletier

Photo By: John G. Wilbanks Photography