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Explore a home with bright and vibrant accents.
For one Woodbury family, the moment of seeing their dream home come to life had been years in the making. The homeowners, who at the time had elementary school-aged children, purchased the home as a foreclosure and spent years repairing damage and structural problems. “This renovation was our chance to really make the house look and function the way we wanted for our family,” the homeowner says. Becca Hall, an interior designer at Ispiri, assisted the family in bringing their vision to life.
The homeowner explains that designer Becca Hall was able to turn unused space into several different functional areas, including a basement bar, billiards zone, gym and lounge. “I strike the balance by keeping the foundational elements like cabinetry, millwork and flooring consistent with the style of the home and then layering in color, texture and playful accents to bring in personality,” Hall says. “That way, the lower level feels exciting and different but still flows naturally with the rest of the home.”
Before contacting the Woodbury-based home design and remodeling company, the homeowners had tried “a few decorating styles,” they explain, including neutrals and its opposite—dark paints—which proved unsuccessful. “I like a blend of a bit eclectic, a bit traditional and a bit modern,” the homeowner says, which led to difficulties narrowing down the design style.
Although Becca Hall and the homeowner explored several wallpapers, they landed on a standout design from Thibaut. “We loved how the watercolor florals tied into the blue theme carried throughout the home, yet brought a completely fresh energy,” Becca Hall says. The powder bathroom, featuring the print, could’ve easily felt claustrophobic; instead, Hall intentionally balanced the wallpaper with simpler elements such as the lighting and fixtures.
The homeowners have always been drawn to blue, Hall explains, so they intentionally incorporated the tone throughout the spaces. “While it’s not the exact same shade in every space, the variations of blue create a subtle thread that connects the rooms and reinforces a calm, personalized aesthetic,” Hall says. The homeowner says, “[Hall] was incredibly helpful in keeping me focused on the overall look of the house when making decisions.”
The homeowner thoroughly enjoys cooking and spends the majority of her time in the kitchen. Seeing a newly added window where cupboards once were is “like a dream come true,” the homeowner says. As for its focal point—the Blue Star range—designer Becca Hall says, “The bright blue range was chosen as a striking focal point as well as a high-performance appliance. It offered the perfect blend of professional-level function and a playful, unexpected aesthetic that reflects the homeowners’ style.” The color of the range was chosen “very intentionally,” Hall says, to provide a pop of color without overwhelming the space. “This hue struck that perfect balance—and because it felt so curated and timeless, we carried touches of it into other areas of the home to create a sense of continuity and flow,” she says. Conversely, the darker island grounds a space filled with light. “It balances the vibrant blue range and distributes visual weight, helping the space feel cohesive and well-layered,” Hall says. The homeowner recalls Hall choosing the color and says, “I remember when I first saw the plans—I was so thrilled. But it also scared me a bit to make such a major color statement … I see it every day, and I love it.”
From pillows and wallpaper to the stove range lovingly nicknamed “Big Blue” by the homeowner, pops of blue are found throughout the home. “The idea was to let the blue moments stand out without taking over,” Hall says. “It blends clean, timeless design with intentional pops of color and texture. There’s a calm sophistication throughout, balanced with playful touches that reflect the homeowners’ personality.”
The downstairs area was revealed to be a worthy project; the homeowner explains that the staircase was opened, “which immediately stopped you from feeling like you were going into a cave,” she says. A bedroom was also added to the area. Designer Becca Hall adds, “We wanted the downstairs to feel like a place where the family could gather, entertain or unwind. Each area serves a purpose, from the cozy fireplace lounge to the vibrant blue bar to the playful billiards zone.”
What was once a foreclosure and DIY-ridden house has turned into a home full of life. “The overall design was about making our home meaningful and personal,” the homeowner says. “We really did not have our stamp on the house until this renovation; the house did not feel like it reflected our family until we did this project.”
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