We’re Obsessed With Tamara Day’s Old-Meets-New Style

Hello, copper. Tamara paid big bucks to have this range restored, but it paid off and she created the perfect statement piece and focal point for this midcentury modern living room.

As soon as Tamara and her dad Ward Schraeder saw this fireplace, they knew they had a gem on their hands. Tamara replaced gaudy tiling that wasn’t original to the fireplace with subtle, modern tile so the original wood carvings of the mantel would be the star of the room.

Tamara created a massive, 900-square-foot master suite in this 1905 Colonial mansion. The new suite features an airy nook with tons of natural light and luxe velvet chairs.

This half bath features Tamara’s signature mix of old and new. The farmhouse sink is vintage, but the wallpaper is fresh, floral and on trend.

Tamara preserved the original stone fireplace in this 1905 Colonial smoking room. She turned the space into a vintage-inspired library with built-ins and tons of natural light.

Tamara and Ward removed the kitchen’s ceiling beams to create a jaw-dropping, over-the-top vaulted ceiling. They also added a large window that overlooks the backyard and adds tons of natural light to the space.

This 1892 Craftsman study now has a great mix of old and new. Tamara kept the original fireplace but added funky, modern touches such as a custom pendant light made from old books.

This eat-in kitchen featured a giant hearth with tons of potential, but the facade was super dated. Tamara updated the stone and extended the bench to cover the entire back wall for a dramatic focal point.

This 1927 Tudor family room remains true to its style with the ceiling beams and window panes, but it also features new, modern furniture and decor. Tamara likes to call this "traditional-yet-modern."

Tamara finally got the chance to tackle this French chateau property after dreaming about it for years. In the formal living room, she preserved the home’s original stone fireplace while adding French doors and shutters to create a rustic-yet-elegant look.

Tamara and Ward took a tiny kitchen and blew out walls to create this over-the-top space. The new mega kitchen features a giant island, breakfast nook and tons of natural light.

The green tile from the fireplace was a jumping off point for design in this 1905 Colonial living room. The luxe, green velvet sofa riffs off the tile and the pink pillows add a contemporary, on-trend element.

This may be a Craftsman home circa 1892 but the updated bathroom has gorgeous European-inspired details. We love the soaking tub and the glass window shower enclosure.

Tamara took this 1980s, walled off breakfast nook and turned it into a bright, airy and modern space. She left the original exposed brick on the back wall for additional texture but mixed in new decor for a funky, hip vibe.