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Clean, modern design makes this home stand out from the rest. Photo: Marc Jacquet
They've been living in their house now for about a year, but before they moved in, they spent about 4 months renovating the space. Marc explains that he was going for a Japanese/Scandinavian look and feel.
Thanks so much to Marc for letting us sneak a peek into his home. Let's check it out!
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
Marc's house before the renovation was a bland 1970's home.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
The fireplace was a great feature, but needed some TLC. It's bones were good and ready for a modern rehab.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
Dramatic Difference.The large black focal wall also houses the fireplace, but it blends in seamlessly.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
The renovated fireplace sinks into the wall, still functional, but also acting like a piece of art.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
The living room is clean and simple with minimal decorations. However, the pieces chosen by Marc include classic mid-century modern elements mixed with newer pieces.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
Little Nina Lou's room is fit for a tiny queen. The rainforest wall mural will ignite any child's imagination. The dark versus light, traditional versus modern aspect of this room makes it appear more child-like and fun.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
The completely remodeled bathroom features teeny tiny black mosaic tiles against wood and white, which adds a lot of contrast and texture to the space.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
The kitchen is Euromobil, a European brand, with its signature sleek, seamless design.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
Even though the kitchen is galley-style, the cabinetry makes it seem like a larger, more expansive space. It also draws your eye forward, making it appear larger.
House Overhaul: Dramatic Before & After
The master bedroom makes use of the slanted rooflines with the siding-like texture. The whites and cool grays make it feel relaxing.
