Biggs’ open space gave Fong, who brought in items from the home decor siteWayfair.com, plenty to work with: “The exposed beams and brick gave us a lot of texture,” says Fong.
But there wasonebig challenge. “Light comes from only one direction in the main living area,” says Fong “In an environment with heavier finishes, that make things look backlit and difficult to see.” Fong used floor lamps and table lamps, in addition to ceiling lighting, to make the the environment feel brighter and balanced. “Jenny and Jason are also avid art collectors,” he says. “I took cues from some of this artwork to bring colors into the space for upholstery and decorative pillows.”
With lots of relaxed seating, like the redwomb chair and ottomannext to a play area for their son, Sid, 2, and clean lines like the wooden writing desk and the leather armchair in the office (below), the finished product was a hit with the couple. The best part of the design? “The way the new pieces perfectly complement our existing furniture, and make the apartment feel much bigger,” says Biggs, 37, who, along with Mollen, 36, will next star in the indie comedyAmateur Night.
Decorating an apartment may present some layout challenges, but Fong offers a few tips to make the process a little smoother:
1.“It’s generally better to take it slow and find one thing you really love, and splurge on it if necessary. I would always rather have one thing I really loved, than a house full of things I was ambivalent about.”
2.“Build an aesthetic around that piece of furniture and you’ll have something that feels cohesive and personal.”
3.“Always be aware of proportions. It’s best not to try to cram a sofa from your parents’ house into a one-bedroom. Better to find something that you purchase specifically for the space.”
4.“I know it seems obvious, but make sure you check all measurements of something you’re purchasing with your building’s stairway, elevator and doorway clearances. Some of us may have had to learn that the hard way…”
For more home design tips and furnishings, check outWayfair.com
—Antoinette Y. Coulton@diamondtennis
source: people.com
