Design on a Dime Season 3 Episode 4 Luxurious Living Room
- July 29, 2003
- 21 min
Design on a Dime is an interior design show that transforms homes with fabulous style and a bargain budget. In season 3 episode 4, Luxurious Living Room, they take on the challenge of designing a living room that oozes luxury without breaking the bank.
The episode begins with the host, Casey Noble, meeting with the homeowners, Todd and Rachel, to discuss their design style and budget. They are a young couple who love elegant, classic design but don't have the funds to create the lavish living room they dream of. Todd and Rachel explain that they enjoy neutral colors, traditional furniture, and pops of color.
Casey takes these preferences and comes up with a plan to make their living room the epitome of luxury. She decides to create a focal point around the fireplace by adding a beautiful mantle, a large mirror, and sconces. She also plans to rearrange the furniture and add new pieces to create a cozy seating area.
Next, Casey takes the homeowners to a nearby thrift store to scout for affordable decor pieces. She finds a set of beautiful brass candlesticks, a pair of exquisite gold lamps, and a few elegant picture frames. She also scores a plush area rug and several decorative pillows to add color and texture to the space.
Back at the house, the team gets to work. The first order of business is removing the wallpaper and painting the walls a light creamy color. They then install the mantle, mirror, and sconces around the fireplace, instantly creating a grand focal point.
Next, the team brings in the new furniture pieces, including a classic tufted sofa and a pair of matching armchairs. They also add a cozy accent chair and an ottoman for comfort and style. With the help of a skilled upholsterer, they refinish and recover several existing pieces, including an antique chaise longue and a pair of traditional wingback chairs.
The mood lighting is an essential aspect of any luxurious living room, and Casey ensures that her design features stunning lighting fixtures. She added new sconces on the walls, and the center chandelier was given a polish to enhance its beauty. To balance the overall ambiance, she also incorporates some table lamps and candles.
Finally, Casey and her team showcase the finishing touches. The thrift store finds are expertly integrated, helping the room achieve a cohesive and elegant aesthetic. The final touches are accessories and soft furnishings like floor pillows, matching curtains, and luxurious throws, completing the look.
In conclusion, Luxurious Living Room brings a beautiful transformation to a bland room by adding glamour and elegance without sacrificing comfort and functionality. The low budget does not compromise the overall outcome of the design and shows that bringing cheap decor together in harmony with house features will also yield outstanding results. The homeowners couldn't be happier with the transformation. Design on a Dime's commitment to providing luxury on a budget is evident in this Luxurious Living Room episode, and their ability to achieve beauty on a budget is impressive.