Kitchen Dream Team

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we know that to have a dream kitchen, you need a dream team to make it happen! We love partnering with vendor companies who share the same heart and passion for design that we do, and The Kitchen Source is one of our go-to partners for bringing our clients’ kitchen visions to life. As designers, we are the dreamcatchers, capturing each client’s unique personality and style and creating spaces that become a perfect reflection of who they are as individuals and families. The Kitchen Source carries that vision and works alongside us to bring the big picture of our plans into view. We share an uncompromising commitment to a client-focused, consultative approach to every job. These gorgeous designs showcase their work, the fabulous range of materials they offer, and their commitment to excellence. It takes pure talent and professionalism to make a space look stunning, seamless, and effortless. We had so much fun working with them on our 2020 Dream Home project; stay tuned for another showstopper in 2021! Whatever your style, they offer top-of-the-line products and brilliant design expertise. From traditional to transitional, contemporary to modern, they have you more than covered! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors capture your kitchen dreams with the help of The Kitchen Source! Design/image credit to @susansemmelmanninteriors

Light, Bright & Airy

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to design light, bright, and airy spaces for our clients. There is something so inviting about natural light and neutral shades. What a wonderful way to create a warm, welcoming vibe in your home; it’s like walking into a breath of fresh air! These gorgeous designs showcase the use of soft whites and ivories, layered with organic elements of wood and stone to complement the soothing palette. The use of glass and mirrors amplifies the space and captures the unique and ever-changing light from morning to night. Fabulous front doors and vaulted ceilings enhance the open look and spacious feel of the entryways and become the ideal spot for feature elements like luxurious light fixtures, artful arches, and beautifully crafted beams. Once the stage is properly set, it’s time to introduce the finishing touches! The addition of art and accessories is a perfect opportunity to infuse the area with distinctive character and personality, adding that signature flair that makes each space undeniably one-of-a-kind. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create your one-of-a-kind welcome with a light, bright, and airy entryway! Design/image credit to @amberinteriors @atelier_am_inc @david.michael.miller @carlislehomes

Oceanside Living

The ocean: it is a soothing and hypnotic invitation to slow our steps and vacate the rush of life for a while. “Island time” is a relaxed frame of mind and state of being. At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to help our clients claim their hard-earned time away by creating their dream vacation destinations. Beach homes are best designed to integrate seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. The ocean is the showcase; everything else should complement the view. The lush coastal foliage is wild and untamed and part of the romance of island living. As you can see in these gorgeous designs, beautiful neutrals and organic materials are used to enhance the environment without overpowering it. Shades of sandy beiges, soft coral reds, crisp whites, and endless variations of sea blues and greens are perfect choices for the color palette of a beach residence. As we consider the construction details for an oceanfront home, the decisions revolve around the desired rhythm of life. What is the best vantage point for sunrise and sunset? How do we highlight the most stunning and unobstructed views? How can we best situate the home to maximize ocean breezes for open-air living? Basically, how do we create and design the most magical layout to take advantage of every benefit the land and sea have to offer? It is our joy to walk through this process with our clients and watch their vacation home visions become a reality! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you switch your clock to island time and make your beach home dreams come true! Design/image credit to @cheryleisen @lmdesignstudio.no @sordo_madaleno @soul_arquitectura_interior

Sitting Pretty

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to help our clients bring life, laughter, and community to their homes! One of our favorite spaces to design is the conversation area. More intimate than a living room, this area is intended solely for the purpose of conversation and one-on-one entertainment. The close-knit group of furnishings calls for interaction and connection, an invitation to sit and linger a while with your favorite people. We like to think of them as "no phone zones," leaving room for intentional time together. As digitally connected as we are these days, being purposeful about carving out meaningful time and space gives us permission to put ourselves in a much-needed time out. Of course, the types of furnishings used in this area are of great importance! We opt for luxurious armchairs with ample cushion depth and softness to ensure the utmost comfort and quality. Once we have the foundation, then we bring on the fashion! Our vast selection of custom upholstery allows us to tailor-make a unique and elegant look for every client. We are also big fans of the swivel feature for armchairs to facilitate maximum engagement with everyone present. Add a fabulous center table to the mix to showcase gorgeous decor and accessories, and you have the perfect setting! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we can help you create your go-to relaxation spot and have you sitting pretty in your own conversation area! Design/image credit to @susansemmelmanninteriors @img_nyc

Luxury Lake Living

It’s July 4th weekend and this summer heat has us dreaming about cool and breezy lake living! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to help our clients bring their lake home dreams to life. Whether a vacation home or a primary residence, a lake house is always a destination spot to welcome family, good friends, and great times! It’s so special for us to be entrusted with the process of creating these magical memory-making places as we help each client envision their perfect atmosphere to rest, relax, and unplug for a while. These stunning designs highlight the peace and tranquility that comes with lakeside living. The view is the main event! The interiors are light and bright, utilizing high ceilings and tall windows to invite the beauty of the organic setting indoors. The wood and stone elements combined with neutral color palettes, fabrics, and décor provide a sense of harmony that doesn’t detract from the soothing vibe of the natural surroundings. Sometimes less is more when designing in a gorgeous area that features nature as its primary showpiece. Our goal is to enhance the location by creating an environment of spa-like living to rest the heart and soul. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you gain independence from everyday life with a dreamy design for your luxury lake retreat! Happy 4th of July, everyone! Design image credit to @swanarchitecture @onekindesign @annehepfer @susansemmelmanninteriors

Mirrored Walls Are The Fairest of All

Mirrored walls are definitely the fairest of all ~ check out these gorgeous designs! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to use mirrors to add light and dimension to the homes we design for our clients. While the strategic placement of smaller-scale mirrors brings elegance and shine to brighten up a room, an entire wall of mirrors creates a statement that adds beautiful artistry and high visual impact to any space. Not only do mirrored walls expand the look and feel of a room, but they also reflect its design to add a new perspective and view, taking an otherwise singular space and multiplying it to largeness and life. Some designs are worth seeing again and again; who wouldn’t do a double or triple take of that fabulous tub?! Sign us up for a test drive! Different types of mirrors also convey very different personalities when it comes to the desired look and vibe. Mirrors add magic and mystique to any design, from crisp and classic options to antiqued and silvered varieties, and many choices in between. Whatever look you are dreaming up, there is a mirror option to fit your script. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you capture the perfect reflection in your home with the addition of a marvelous mirror wall! Design/image credit to @dylan_farrell_design @img_nyc @capemirrors @thehauteinteriors

Beaming With Beauty

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to incorporate unique ceiling treatments into the design plans of our clients, and beams are “up there” on our list of favorites. 😉 Nothing breaks the monotony of a vast expanse of ceiling better than bold, beautiful beams! They add dimension, texture, pattern, and visual interest to a home’s interior, bringing depth and warmth to the environment. Traditionally speaking, ceiling beams are structural elements, wooden or steel joists left exposed instead of being covered or hidden above the ceiling. However, non-structural beams crafted from materials like resin, foam, or wood framing can be added strictly for decorative purposes. These options are often manufactured to mimic natural materials and are much lighter in weight than solid wood. Although beams can be installed at any point during the design process, construction detailing allows us to include this element in the plans from the ground up, allowing for a more integrated and finished result. The lovely thing about ceiling beams is that there is an option for every design style ~ rustic, contemporary, modern, traditional, farmhouse, industrial, and beyond; there are beams that fit the style and vibe of every space. These stunning images are proof that beams truly are the bomb! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors have your home beaming with beauty by adding this gorgeous design dimension to your interior! Design/image @kingswoodhomes @ccandcompanydesigns @deirdres_design @susansemmelmanninteriors

Sublime Storage Solutions

It’s not often you hear the words sublime and storage in the same sentence, but we’ve decided that they fit perfectly together for the purpose of this feature! The word sublime suggests inspiration, excellence, beauty, admiration, and awe, and these stunning storage cabinets represent all of the above. At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we know there are always beautiful solutions to even the most basic design needs, and extra storage space is high on the list of wants and needs for most of our clients. To address these requests, we love to source gorgeous cabinets like those featured here! They are works of art that stand alone as statement pieces in a room while also providing necessary function, whether it be a bar cabinet, coat closet, linen closet, or custom space of your choosing. When integrating storage solutions into the overall design of a home, we utilize pieces that capture each client’s signature style to ensure the perfect flow and finish of each space. These luxury furnishings can absolutely serve a dual purpose by being both visually fabulous and fully functional. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors take care of your stylish storage needs with the addition of simply sublime cabinets! Design/image credit to @bocadolobo

Hello There, Gorgeous!

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we believe that every area of the home should be beautifully styled, down to the last detail. Entryways, hallways, and vestibules are certainly no exception to this rule. A passageway is a segue within a home; a transition or journey to the next space. As a matter of fact, these are perfect areas to have a little fun with statement pieces and create memorable moments of warmth and welcome. We love the vibe and feel of luxury design as it continues from one area to the next, keeping the eye delighted and engaged as opposed to interrupting the flow with long, blank sightlines. Gorgeous console tables are just the ticket to anchor these spaces and showcase décor, artwork, and accessories. As you can see in these inspired designs, the tables alone are stunning sculptural creations that set the stage for beautiful vignettes within the bigger design picture. While console tables add artistry and flair, they also serve as functional pieces if you opt for a style with storage capacity. Beauty and utility can coexist in these fabulous furnishings! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create perfect passageways in your home with the addition of crush-worthy console tables that have you saying, “Hello There, Gorgeous!” Design/image credit to @brabbu @bocadolobostudio @bocadolobo @bocadolobostudio

The Center of Attention

Can a coffee table steal the show? One look at these stunning creations, and we say undoubtedly YES! These works of art become the center of attention in a room, showcasing their elegance and beauty; talk about lovely conversation starters! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to work with our clients to curate statement pieces for their homes. Choosing key décor items that are bold and somewhat unexpected is like placing a stamp of originality that makes each home design entirely unique. We like to encourage our clients to think out of the box (or rectangle, or circle) when considering design elements like the coffee table. Why not choose spectacular over safe when it comes to this fabulous feature? The available options in the luxury décor space are incredible, not to mention the ability to customize pieces from a wide selection of gorgeous materials if that is more in line with your style and taste. The coffee table sits at the center of the living room, the place of family, conversation, community…life! Designing perfectly personalized living areas for our clients is one of our favorite things; making memorable spaces for the joy of memory-making. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you set the stage for amazing memories in your home with the addition of a beautifully crafted coffee table! Design image credit to @bocadolobo @bocadolobostudio

Wonderful World of Wallcoverings

Can we talk about wallcoverings? OH. MY. GOODNESS. These designs are GORGEOUS! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we are big fans of using beautiful wallcoverings to elevate our clients’ home interiors. Wallpaper has a rich and storied history in design culture. Although its mainstream appeal has ebbed and flowed throughout the decades, it has been a constant for those who appreciate the detailed craftsmanship of this true art form. In recent years, wallpaper has experienced a revival as a home design staple. Its resurgence proves its staying power, bringing innovative and cutting-edge options through digital printing and screen printing for more large-scale, custom designs, while also continuing more traditional and time-honored methods and modalities. Whatever your choice of pattern, material, or process, high-end offerings maintain an uncompromising culture of quality and excellence. As you can see in these images, installations range from custom panels to floor-to-ceiling applications and points in between, giving each space lovely texture, dimension, and a dash of pure artistry. Whether you are looking for a retro feel, a bold modern look, or an elegant nod to tradition, Susan Semmelmann Interiors would love to help you express your style and find your design voice through the wonderful world of wallcoverings! Design/Image credit to @lauren_phillipjeffries @irina_grave @marieflaniganinteriors @phillipjeffriesltd

The Art of the Home

At Susan Semmlemann Interiors, we believe that the art displayed in your home should convey the heart of your personality and passion. When we go through the process of designing a home, we love placing the finishing touches, and artwork is the grand finale that makes each space truly come alive. When helping our clients choose the right pieces, the selection process is highly individualized because of the many nuances involved. Art is intimate and multifaceted; it resonates and transcends, evokes, provokes, enhances and speaks, comforts, and energizes. Art chooses you, in a way. Your perfect selections will grab your attention with an intuitive response, and you may not know precisely why…you’ll just KNOW! These gorgeous images show the striking impact of fabulous artwork in a space. Proper scale and placement are paramount to the overall effect, and we bring our expertise to make sure every installation is just right. We work with clients who have existing art collections, clients starting from square one, and all stages in between. It’s such a joy to help them discover and enhance their home style through beautiful works of art. Gustav Klimt once said, “Art is a line around your thoughts.” Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors capture your thoughts on picture-perfect works of art for your home! Design/image credit to @luxxumoderndesignliving @bocadolobo @susansemelmanninteriors @studia_54

Waterfall-ing in Love

Can we all pause for a moment to admire the beauty and elegance of a waterfall edge? Is it impolite to stare? Because we can’t help ourselves, we are in L-O-V-E! At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we are all about designing “wow” moments in our clients’ homes – moments that create a magic that is utterly unique to each homeowner’s style. Adding a waterfall edge to a kitchen island is definitely a magic-maker! As you can see by these gorgeous images, this design element is a pure work of art. The seamless, continuous lines allow for an uninterrupted view of the featured material. The wide expanse of exposed surface truly showcases the intricate patterns and one-of-a-kind veining highlighted with each piece of stone. The endless variety of materials further lends to the complete individuality of every design. We love that there is nothing standard about the way we design for our clients, bringing fresh ideas and creativity to every home, including stunning materials and applications like those featured here. We look at every space as a blank slate as we closely consult with our clients every step of the way, ensuring that dreams and ideas are being transferred into reality. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you make your home dreams a reality by adding show-stopping design elements like a waterfall edge! Design/image credit to @rdm_general_contractors @interioraesthetic_ @pentaviacustomhomes @vivirdesign

Beautiful Black & Blue

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to take classic color combinations and add a chic, modern spin. The duo of black and deep, beautiful blue is bold yet timeless and elegant - and always ready to put on a show! These gorgeous designs showcase black and blue decor elements against a sleek, white backdrop allowing for maximum visual impact and leaving no room to fight for center stage. From stunning artwork and fabulous furnishings to the jaw-dropping Aphrodite Labradorite granite countertop, the rooms are beautifully anchored with statement pieces that command the forefront. When working with such a strong color palette, it’s essential to keep the main thing the main thing, but it is equally important to accessorize in a way that complements, softens, and balances the room. This can be accomplished using soft lighting, floral and botanical elements, organic sculptural features, and subtle variations of background colors and tones. The result is a space that is both utterly glamorous and perfectly inviting. Let Susan Semmelmann interiors help create stunning statement spaces in your home by adding the beauty of black and blue! Design/image credit to @balcon.studio @drake_anderson @luxemagazine @thestonecollection

Shagreen Showtime

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to incorporate exotic materials and finishes into the designs we create for our clients. Shagreen is a fabulous option that can be used to highlight design elements ranging from the smallest décor accessories to larger-scale applications like wall coverings. This stunning hide material has a fine pebble surface and a soft, suede-like look and feel. It has the appearance of two-toned leather that adds dimension and texture in a very subtle and elegant way. It acts as a neutral but conveys high visual impact at the same time. We love the finesse it brings to the overall aesthetic of a room. Once used in the 16th century for more practical applications, shagreen made a comeback as a luxury décor element during the Art Deco period and remains a star on the design scene to this day. Initially sourced from the hides of sharks and stingrays, it is now predominately man-made with expert craftsmanship, allowing for consistency in durability and sustainability. The current offering in the market provides an excellent product in a beautiful array of colors, resulting in heirloom-quality products that have staying power as staples in any home design. Let Susan Semmlemann Interiors help you create an heirloom for your home with the showstopping beauty of shagreen! Design/image credit to @edelmanleather @drake_anderson @artisticinteriordesign @ddinteriordesignlondon

Wine Cellar Wow Factor

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love the trend towards glass-enclosed wine cellars as a main floor showcase! The traditional basement cellar still holds its place as a classic design feature, but these stunning creations are perfect for a sleek, modern take on a timeless space. We had so much fun integrating a glass wine cellar into the alcove beneath the main level staircase in our 2020 Dream Home design, and we plan to create another showpiece for 2021…stay tuned for that! More and more, homeowners with a passion for wine want to display their collections and have ready access to their favorite selections while entertaining. Of course, wine connoisseurs are serious about protecting their investment, so it is crucial to partner with an expert in glass cellar construction to ensure that details such as UV protection and proper temperature and humidity control are in order. In addition, top-of-the-line design finishes like frameless glass and intricate, architectural racking systems provide the opportunity to create a functional work of art for your home! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you add some wow factor to the heart of your home by adding a gorgeous glass-enclosed wine cellar! Design/image credit to @mimdesignstudio @maidensteel @pentaviacustomhomes @kazluxuryhomes

Stylish Sunken Living Rooms

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we love to incorporate show-stopping features into the design plans of our clients’ homes. Adding one-of-a-kind spaces like these fabulous sunken living rooms brings wow factor and creates a signature look and feel that becomes a calling card for each home. Once a staple of 60’s and 70’s architecture, these living areas are making an elegant comeback through brilliant, cutting-edge design. Construction detailing is vital when integrating this type of structural feature. Planning from the ground up ensures the proper layout and allows for finishing touches that become difference makers in the completed project. As you can see in these gorgeous images, design elements like strategic lighting, beautiful fire features, and custom-crafted furnishings create a unique and seamless result. The additional focus on amplifying natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights gives the feeling of an open-air seating area with the luxury of climate-controlled comfort. Sunken living rooms, also endearingly referred to as “conversation pits,” become a go-to place for gathering and community within a home. Our goal is always to give our clients the most memorable and special places to do life with loved ones. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create your perfect conversation spot with a stylish sunken living room! Design/image credit to @mohtashami_reza @hanysaad.innovations @mohtashami_reza  @georgios_tataridis

The Magic of Mauve

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we’re feeling the springtime vibe as the days warm up and the colors bloom. To welcome the warmth, we are throwing a gorgeous pink hue your way with the magic of mauve. Don’t you just love it? Mauve is a gorgeous wonder of a color; soft, subtle, and slightly smoky with deep purple undertones. Not a modern, girly pink – more like a retro throwback making a fabulous comeback as a star player. As you can see in these beautiful designs, mauve gives a neutral palette that little bump of color without overwhelming the scene; not as much a pop of color as it is a smooth nod. This stunning shade pairs gorgeously with the whole spectrum of neutral and monochrome color schemes, adding a touch of glamour to black and white designs, and providing a lovely accompaniment to softer shades of ivory, gray, and beige. We love working with our clients to infuse their homes with life and color, and we can easily do that with the magic of mauve! As we spring into a beautiful new season, Susan Semmelmann Interiors wishes you a very Happy Easter, from our families to yours. We hope you have an amazing weekend celebrating the LIFE that brings COLOR to our world! Design/image credit to @domosdesign @atelier_am_inc @mika_it @ferrisrafauli

Five-Minute Commute

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we are all about the five-minute commute! Hop out of bed, detour to the kitchen for a cup of coffee, and check-in at the office – the home office! We’ve been working with our clients to create some fabulous home offices, and with so many people working virtually these days, this space is an absolute must! Most often, we are designing these rooms during new home construction, but for our clients with existing homes, we have been able to use some creative genius to repurpose less-utilized areas and claim that space for productivity. The result doesn’t have to look or feel makeshift; it can absolutely feel like the room was custom designed for that purpose from the beginning. Even if the area is small, the right design will result in a fully functional, beautifully appointed office. It’s so important to have a place to focus and transition into work mode when at home, so why not craft the perfect environment to do so? And just for the record, you might find yourself wanting to stay a little later in the evening for happy hour! Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors use our creative genius to dream up and design your perfect five-minute commute! Design/image credit to @yassibanayaninteriors @luxxu_lifestyle @susansemmelmanninteriors @glazovgroup

Dreamy Bedroom Wall Designs

At Susan Semmelmann Interiors, we always incorporate unique touches of elevated glamour and flair to the interiors we design, and the bedroom is a perfect spot to bring the magic! What are your thoughts on these jaw-dropping bedroom wall treatments? We are in LOVE! This type of out-of-the-box design produces results that take an interior from ordinary to extraordinary and far beyond. This whole wall design trend shifts the focus from adorning the wall with artwork to creating a wall that is a work of art in and of itself. These images show the luxurious beauty, dimension, pattern, and texture that result from large-scale applications of gorgeous materials. High ceilings and wide expanses of space amplify the dynamic effect. When working with our clients, we bring creativity and expertise to the table as we dream and design our way through the process of identifying statement spaces like these throughout the home. Of course, the entire design is integrated with a continuous, organic flow from one area to the next, but our aim is to create design moments that become the home’s difference maker and calling card. Completely one-of-a-kind. Let Susan Semmelmann Interiors help you create “wow” moments in your home design with the addition of a dreamy bedroom feature wall! Design/image credit to @yassibanayaninteriors @glazovgroup @studia_54 @nv_visualization