Sarah's House Season 2 Episode 9 Family Room
- November 25, 2008
Sarah's House is a home renovation series that follows the talented interior designer Sarah Richardson as she takes on various decorating challenges. Season 2 episode 9, titled "Family Room", showcases Sarah's skills as she tackles a family room transformation.
The episode begins with Sarah meeting with her clients, a young couple with three kids, who want to turn their outdated family room into a space that's comfortable, stylish, and functional for their family. Sarah listens to their needs and takes note of their design preferences before getting to work.
The first step in the renovation process is demolition. Sarah and her team tear down the room's old paneling and replace it with new drywall. Then, Sarah's electrician adds new outlets and wiring for updated lighting fixtures, including recessed lighting and a statement chandelier.
Next, Sarah focuses on the room's layout and furniture selection. She works with her carpenter to create custom cabinetry and shelving that will provide storage and display space for the family's books and accessories. Sarah also selects comfortable, yet stylish furniture pieces, including a sectional sofa, armchairs, and ottomans that can double as extra seating.
One of the main design challenges in this room is the fireplace, which is outdated and in poor condition. Instead of tearing it down, Sarah decides to keep the fireplace but give it a facelift. She adds new tile, a custom mantle, and a stylish fire screen to create a focal point in the room that's both elegant and functional.
To add warmth and coziness to the space, Sarah selects a neutral color palette with pops of color and pattern. She chooses a warm gray paint color for the walls and adds bold, graphic pillows and curtains in shades of blue and green. She also selects a plush area rug that ties the room's color scheme together.
Finally, Sarah adds finishing touches to the room, including accessories like vases, lamps, and art prints. She also adds fresh flowers and greenery, which bring life and energy to the space.
As the episode comes to a close, we see the finished family room, which is now a cozy and inviting space that's perfect for movie nights, family game nights, and entertaining guests. The family is thrilled with the transformation, and Sarah is proud of the work she's done to create a space that's both beautiful and functional.
