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Aspen Luxe Basement Renovation
Part I

There’s nothing we love more than when our industry friends call Rowan Hall for all their interior design needs. From realtors to contractors and builders, we love being a resource in turning ordinary houses into extraordinary homes. So, when Tim at Preferred Construction found himself with an extensive renovation project and clients who desired a full-service upgrade, he knew Alfie and our team at Rowan Hall would eagerly help Preferred bring their clients’ ideas to life. 

Starting with an unfinished, unusable basement and looking to transform the space into the perfect family hangout, these clients needed guidance in knowing what would be possible for the space. Our team of talented interior designers couldn’t wait to see the potential, so after meeting with the clients in their dark, cold basement, we made a plan to turn their dreams into an attainable reality. Once our team knew their wishlist, we provided drawings and renderings that Preferred interpreted into an accurate estimate. 

Plans to Perfection

Our plans included a kitchenette and bar area, banquette seating, a living area, and a powder bathroom. This family desired a space that both kids and adults could enjoy, so each element of the design needed to be multipurpose.

This basement kitchen was the heart of the design. This area is perfect for entertaining, stashing kids’ snacks or storing overflow from their upstairs kitchen. We chose not to do a full kitchen, as our clients didn’t need this space to function in that way, but we did include a dishwasher, sink, refrigerator, and plenty of cabinet storage. The island can function as a bar for the adults or a birthday party buffet for the kids, and cleanup is easy either way. Knoxville interior designer, Alfie Rowan, custom living area and basement remodel with custom kitchen design, Farragut TN custom draperies and home renovation, interior finish selection

A traditional dining table and chairs didn’t make as much sense in this design as the banquette seating we decided on. Another multi-functional part of our design, this bench was built with storage and electrical. It can serve as a hideaway for clutter and a workspace where laptops and iPads can be charged. 

Working with Preferred Construction’s team was a great partnership because of their talented craftsmen who were able to bring our vision to life. While we have the fun, pretty ideas, they have the technical know-how to build one-of-a-kind pieces from scratch. These built-in benches really give our clients a functional element to their basement that wouldn’t have been possible without the talented team at Preferred. 

Turning Hiccups into Victories

While there are always speed-bumps that arise along the way, working with a great team makes it easy to address issues with as little stress for the client as possible. With any construction project, communication is key. When the designer and contractor communicate well, the client can sit back, relax, and trust the experts to handle their project with utmost care. Knoxville interior designer, Alfie Rowan, custom living area and basement remodel with custom kitchen design, Farragut TN custom draperies and home renovation, interior finish selection

There were a few “have-tos” in this project that we turned into wins for the design. The niche in the kitchen was necessary for structural support, so we utilized this hidden space with shelving to add storage and hide the garbage can. We also had to incorporate an electrical closet behind the banquette seating, which ultimately made the space cozier and felt like the perfect size in the end. 

Your Right-Hand Girls

Our expert interior design team sees a project differently than the construction experts on-site, which means no detail is overlooked. While Preferred’s team saw every issue from a technical standpoint, looking to ensure that the space was structurally sound and passed inspection, our designers think about how our clients will live in the space. If you’re considering a renovation, having a skilled interior designer on your team will ensure you and your family’s lifestyle is considered in every decision.

Working with our Knoxville interior designers also takes the pressure off of you to make the difficult design decisions along the way. Our team at Rowan Hall worked with Dixie Kitchen to design the cabinetry and Broadway Carpets on the flooring. Our expert designers and project managers are on standby to tell your construction team which paint finish or grout color to use, while you get to carry-on with your own day job. Learn more about our 15-step white glove process here. Knoxville interior designer, Alfie Rowan, custom living area and basement remodel with custom kitchen design, Farragut TN custom draperies and home renovation, interior finish selection

Of course, another benefit of working with Alfie and the team is knowing your space will be thoughtfully curated for your lifestyle from the studs to the sofas. We ensure every bit of your investment is cohesive and perfectly picked for you. We filled this space with custom furnishings, beautiful artwork and cozy textiles, but you’ll have to stay tuned for those details!

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Tellico Village Lake House
Primary Bedroom Part I

It’s been a little while since we’ve visited our Tellico Village Lake House project from last year, so today we’re moving into the primary bedroom for a two-part breakdown of our clients’ cozy retreat. Before we could bring in beautiful pillows and the perfect custom draperies to complete this space, we had to address some structural elements that were really dating the room as a whole.

West Coast Meets East Tennessee

Our clients became the owners of this waterfront home on Tellico Lake in 2021 when they moved from California to East Tennessee, and we can’t blame them for being drawn to the beautiful backdrop of Loudon County. They found that after selling their home in California, they could get a lot more house for the same money in Tennessee. They found a home they loved in Tellico Village, but the existing interior design and decor were showing its age.Knoxville interior design firm, Rowan Hall interiors, living room renovation with stone fireplace, styled 3 drawer chests, wooded artwork with frame, custom upholstered ottoman and secional, custom geometric patterned chairs in custom designed living room renovation in Tellico Village Tennessee, overlooking Tellico lake

They decided to engage our team at Rowan Hall Interiors to do a total interior renovation. As a Knoxville based interior design firm, Tellico Village is a short trip for us. We’re lucky to get to work in such beautiful locations on Tellico Lake, along the Tennessee River and even into the Smoky Mountains. We travel all around Knox County, but since we are located in Farragut, Loudon County is an easy trip for our design team!

An Owner’s Retreat

When we turned our attention to the primary bedroom, we started by identifying several structural elements that were showing its age. We knew there were other areas of the home that would need more work than this room, so we chose to make minimal changes that would drastically improve the look and value of the primary bedroom. 

One culprit was the double-sided fireplace that served both the bedroom and the bathroom — a common feature in homes built in the early 2000s. It would have been a hefty investment to completely change that configuration right now, so we decided to postpone that part of the renovation. We’re currently beginning a renovation in their primary bathroom, so stay tuned to find out the fate of the fireplace. For now, we closed up the niche in the wall, a small change that made the entire space less of an eye sore. 

We also opted to remove the built-in bar and sink area. This feature screamed “2000” and really dated the room. We demoed the cabinetry, closed off the plumbing and filled in the wall. In the process, we reclaimed the space back into the main closet, giving the owners more room for shoe storage. Instead of allowing this niche to turn into wasted space, our expert design team thoughtfully planned for a new way our clients could utilize the few square feet in a way that would be much more functional for them.

Back to the Future

Another popular pick from 2001 was this dark beige paint color, which we promptly updated to a more neutral-toned hue. Mindful Gray from Sherwin Williams is a happy medium between gray and beige, and it certainly helps bring this space into the current decade. 

We replaced the old, dated ceiling fan with a sleek new fixture, and we replaced the carpeting. In this case, we opted for beautiful new carpeting that will be soft on our clients feet and dampen any noise. This stain-resistant pick was an updated shade and style, eliminating the need for an area rug. This was an ideal solution for this busy family and their four-legged friends. While we installed a beautiful engineered hardwood in the kitchen, great room, dining room and powder room, this carpet was a practical, low maintenance choice that helped take years off the look of this primary bedroom. 

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With the foundation of the room up to par, it was time to start designing the beautiful pieces that would fill it. We’ll break down those choices in our next blog. In the meantime, check out the other design breakdowns from this Tellico Lake project, and stay tuned to our Instagram and Facebook to see the rest of this bedroom update come to life!


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Tampa Vacation Home
Primary Bedroom Renovation

When one of our favorite Knoxville clients purchased a new vacation home in Tampa, Florida, they knew they wanted Rowan Hall to make it their own. After years of working to design their Farragut, Tennessee home to perfection, they trusted Alfie to give them a place in the Sunshine State that felt like home. Despite the project location being a quick plane ride away, our 15-step white glove process allows our design team to execute remote projects efficiently. Today, we’re breaking down the primary bedroom design and how we gave this room’s blank canvas a colorful new life. 

Alfie admits that the primary bedroom had much more hidden potential than what she envisioned at first glance. The room wasn’t initially very inviting. Our team needed to give the space some life and transform it into a restful retreat for our homeowners. To begin, we decided to utilize shades of blue that our clients loved. We set out to achieve a transitional style with a light and airy feel–the perfect vacation home vibe.

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In a bedroom, the bedding is the star of the show! We put much thought into the fabrics and functionality of the pieces we chose. Alfie selected a beautiful chinoiserie toile pattern from Thibaut fabrics to make a large, sumptuous bolster pillow. This same pattern adorns the end of the bed and the draperies, adding pops of color without overwhelming the space. The deep blue half-inch flange around the bolster pillow ties in the blue brushstroke pattern on the lamps, bringing every detail together in this beautiful new space.Knoxville interior designer, Loudon county interior designer, Knoxville, Farragut, Rarity Bay, Wind River, custom draperies, interior finish selection, paint color consultation, remote work, vacation home designer

Because of the nature of this home, we opted to bring pattern and color with a bed scarf. You’ve probably noticed bed scarves most commonly in hotel rooms. They help protect the linens from suitcases and travel bags when visitors are unpacking. Truthfully, it would be heartbreaking to see a suitcase on this gorgeous piece, but it was necessary in this vacation home. Should our clients choose to share this home with friends and family, their clean, cozy linens will be protected from airport grime. Bed scarves are typically 32 inches wide, but we opted for a bit wider to make the piece feel more grand. This was a way for us to make a stunning statement on the bed without adding a full comforter and duvet cover, which would make our homeowners far too warm in that Florida heat!

A duvet cover also would have required five times the amount of fabric, making it less cost effective for our clients. Bed scarves are a great way to preserve fabric and labor, but they give the same look as a folded, fluffy duvet. Because we were renovating and furnishing their entire second home, our design team worked to stretch their investment as far as possible. It takes an expert, experienced designer to know how to work within our clients’ budget without sacrificing that luxurious feel they are hiring Rowan Hall to achieve. This is just one of the many advantages of working with our Knoxville interior design team!With the bedding thoughtfully designed, this space needed a bed that allowed those beautiful blues to shine. The custom-upholstered headboard was designed with performance fabric and gold nail heads. Alfie selected this pop of gold to tie in the accents on the nightstands, frames above the bed and bedside lamps. We chose these transitional end tables from Phillip Scott and layered them with beautiful lamps from Gabby. We established simple themes, adding greenery and books to the table surfaces to give them a cozy feel.

Tampa Vice

When our Knoxville interior designers travel to markets in Atlanta, Georgia and High Point, North Carolina, they are searching for those perfect pieces that will make our clients light up. One of the pieces of inspiration in this room was a stunning piece of furniture from Currey & Company. Alfie sometimes teases our client and calls her “Miami Vice,” because she always wants to be more glamorous and live on the edge when it comes to her interior design. This cabinet definitely had that Miami flare. It has a more transitional feel than many of the other pieces, thanks to the dark sapphire-blue finish that strengthened the sycamore veneers on the door fronts. The wood grains imbued the cabinet with hints of distressing that contrasted with the sleek lines of the base and the antique brass-finish door pulls.

We placed gorgeous sculptural vases as accents on this piece, and we also left space for a television should our clients choose to put one there. TVs typically aren’t beautiful, but let’s face it–they’re functional, and our clients who want them deserve to have what makes their home feel perfect for them. This cabinet gives them the option to add a TV, and it also gives them additional storage. However, this room was blessed with a massive closet, so storage didn’t have to be top of mind for this design.

Window Dressings

Knoxville interior designer, Loudon county interior designer, Knoxville, Farragut, Rarity Bay, Wind River, custom draperies, interior finish selection, paint color consultationOf course, no Rowan Hall room is complete without custom window treatments, and these were some of the prettiest we’ve ever done. The view off the Juliet balcony is supposed to be the million-dollar shot, but before Rowan Hall went to work, even the best part of the room fell flat. The custom curtains we selected frame the view perfectly, making the outside look even prettier thanks to the fabulous inside. We used split curtain rods for the nonfunctional panels and were able to add color, texture and interest on that wall in the process.

Above the bed, we hung a trio of beautiful framed medallions. Alfie typically opts for something above a bed, as long as it’s not too busy. She likes having a place for the eyes to rest, and these fit the bill. This set of custom artwork from one of our favorite manufacturers frames pieces of gold, antique jewelry. Simple and captivating, they give the space another pop of gold and round out those warm accents. Having more areas of interest for the eyeballs to land makes this room look much bigger, helping us achieve its full potential.

Coastal Transformations

As far as the foundation of this room, it only required a few cosmetic upgrades. A light, neutral color on the walls brightened the space, making it feel less dated without the yellow-toned walls from before. A new ceiling fan modernized the space, and just like that, this primary bedroom didn’t feel like a blast from the past! 

We were able to achieve a transitional, beachy feel (with a hint of Miami Vice), giving our coastal clients a home away from home they can enjoy on their many trips down south. From Knoxville, Tennessee to the Sunshine State, Rowan Hall’s expert interior design team knows how to get the job done! We love when our clients ask us to travel with them. After all, who knows their home living needs better than Alfie herself! After years of getting to know her clients, she knows how to curate a space that serves their lifestyle better than they do. That’s the reason they trust us! It all began with an initial consultation, and their working relationship has only grown from there. Schedule your initial consultation today–your future self will thank you!


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Tampa Vacation Home
An overview of our latest Florida home

One of the best parts of being luxury interior designers in Knoxville, Tennessee, is that sometimes our amazing clients purchase second homes and call on us to revitalize the interiors of those new properties. As much as we love designing homes in beautiful East Tennessee, we love any opportunity to expand our reach, especially if that happens to be near some clear, blue water. In addition to our local Knoxville projects, we also have the option to do interior design and remodeling for vacation homes. Such was the case with one of our Knoxville clients. We had worked with this family for years and had redone most of their Tennessee home, taking on a few rooms each year. When they purchased a Tampa vacation home recently, they reached out to us to bring our Rowan Hall touch, this time down in sunny Florida.

Miami Takes Tampa

The home was in a glorious location, only steps from the heart of the city and the Tampa Riverwalk. That area is the focal point of the downtown landscape, within walking distance of the city’s awesome restaurants, arts scene and cultural events. This would be a great place for the family to get away for the weekend from time to time. Another advantage of them buying there was the abundance of inexpensive flights from Knoxville to Tampa, plus the fact that they had friends and family nearby.

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Before our clients even purchased the property, they called on their favorite interior designer. They sent existing photos of the home from its real estate listings and asked if we thought it would be suitable for them. Bottom line: Could we update it? Alfie could tell from the photos that the home did not match their style in the least. It was decorated in a very traditional fashion, which was not a style the family would enjoy. It was time for an update, and we knew we could make it work.

The Fun Begins

As she would typically do when working on an out-of-state project, Alfie began by flying down to Tampa and taking measurements of all the spaces. We call this our “trade day,” step three in our fifteen step interior design process. After this kickoff to the project, our Knoxville interior design team had many discussions with the clients. We made a lot of decisions when it came to selecting materials, colors and furnishings. Rowan Hall interiors load up the van to head to Tampa florida for vacation home renovation, interior designers knoxville tn, interior design and remodeling for vacation homes

Our Knoxville interior design team did most sourcing from our usual vendors. Our favorite companies can ship to anywhere in the country, so we contracted with a warehouse in Tampa to receive those orders for us. We’ve worked diligently over the years to perfect a remote process, so our clients can invest in a Rowan Hall home no matter its location. As is typical with remote projects, major pieces were shipped to the Tampa warehouse. More delicate items like custom draperies, rugs, lamps and other breakable items were delivered to our Knoxville warehouse. We made sure every item was in pristine condition, carefully loaded up the van, and headed south for install day!

A Worthy Investment

This home was in great shape and did not require a total remodel, so we focused on salvaging what was there to create a home that was more our clients’ style. For example, the floors were in fine condition as were the kitchen cabinets. Instead of replacing them, we made the decision to invest in other areas. 
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Overall, we made aesthetic changes and brightened the home significantly with a fresh coat of paint, relying primarily on neutral colors. In addition to the walls, we painted the kitchen cabinets, the ceilings, some of the floors and some of the wood molding. The most substantial thing we did architecturally was to knock out an arched niche in the dining room wall and open it up to improve the flow into the kitchen.

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We also changed the lighting, getting rid of the fixtures and doing a refresh by hiring a local Tampa contractor. It was one the family already had a relationship with, and he was wonderful to work with. He was able to tell us what made sense in terms of which updates would be expensive and which would be more reasonable.

An Optical Delusion

When it came to the bathrooms, we decided that we might update them substantially at a later date. Since they were not in bad shape, we simply made cosmetic updates and fluffed them up to make the spaces look more appealing and current. We debated changing out the sink basin and mirror in the powder room because the existing was overly decorative. Instead, we kept them and hung a more traditional style of wallpaper to create a cohesive look.tampa vacation home powder room before, rowan hall interiors, interior designers knoxville tn, interior design and remodeling for vacation homes

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The powder room, however, did present us with an interesting challenge — a tromp de l’oeil, which is an artistic term for the optical illusion of three-dimensional space created by painting a two-dimensional surface. It was just one example of the many decorative faux paintings throughout the home. As you can see in the above photo, a recessed wall in that room served as the canvas for a faux window view of a waterfront scene. It was honestly pretty wretched.
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We found several other features of the home to be challenging. For example, we did not love the arches, the ornate staircase or the really red floors. But it also didn’t make sense to completely change them at this time because they were in good shape. Fortunately, by the time we moved some beautiful elements into those spaces, the bad elements weren’t as noticeably awful. In fact, the floors actually wound up providing good contrast to some of the cooler new colors we selected. We also tried to minimize them by utilizing sleek and clean-lined furniture.

Fun and Fabulous

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Another focal point of this project was the basement. The previous owners had used it as an office, but our clients didn’t need one. So we changed that area into a den as well as a space that could be utilized for additional sleeping. There is a bathroom downstairs, so that made a perfect place for extra accommodations.primary bedroom before tampa vacation home, rowan hall interiors, interior designers knoxville tn, tampa vacation home, interior design and remodeling for vacation homes

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You can see from the before photos that the primary bedroom was in good condition. A fresh coat of paint and a new ceiling fan were enough to make the space feel brand new. New custom window treatments in a bold fabric and pops of color made this space more exciting and gave our client that fun, contemporary style she desired. 

In general, the changes we implemented also turned this makeover into an investment. The family can enjoy their vacation home for years to come. If they ever decide to sell the property, Rowan Hall has helped make smart upgrades that will set them up for success.

We’ve given you a small taste of what went into transforming this Tampa Bay vacation property, but don’t worry. We will be breaking down all the design details and sharing much more inspo from our funky Florida vacation home. Keep your eyes peeled for future posts, in which we go into more detail about what our Knoxville, TN interior designers did to freshen up each individual room.

If you’re looking for your own getaway location, Rowan Hall would love to be involved! Call our team if you’re interested in interior design and remodeling for vacation homes or remote work of your own. We can’t wait to hear from you!


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Tellico Village Lake House
Great Room Part II

In our previous post, we broke down how our Knoxville Interior Design team tackled the great room phase of the Tellico Village lakefront home we renovated earlier this year. In that installment, we detailed the architectural aspects of the renovation, from selecting stone to flooring from our trusted East Tennessee vendors. In this post, we’ll be shifting our focus to the room’s more aesthetic upgrades.

A Blank Canvas

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The centerpiece of the great room was its array of floor-to-ceiling windows, which serve up gorgeous views of Tellico Lake. We complemented them with custom window treatments, going with something that was light and airy to frame the view. This included simple black wrought iron drapery curtain hardware and custom panels featuring a soft geometric pattern that coordinated beautifully with the color of the walls while still allowing the light to be the focus.

The room’s high vaulted ceilings made for many tall, blank walls, so we needed something to counterbalance that strong fireplace. On the left side of the room, we mounted a set of three oversized medallions to provide some visual interest without overwhelming the room.

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Customized Coziness

We created a nice seating area, anchored by a custom leather sectional. It was important to provide quality pieces with durability that will last this couple for years to come. This was a reasonable piece to splurge on because it’s the primary seating that the family will use, and we wanted it to be comfortable for the family. 

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Style meets Function

great room renovation, living room custom furnishings, and custom window treatments on Tellico lake completed by Knoxville interior designer, Alfie Rowan, rowan Hall interiors, interior designers in Knoxville tennesseeAlfie fought hard for a chandelier (she’s still crying over the fact that there’s not one in this room), but the clients insisted on a fan instead. They ultimately opted for function over beauty, but beauty wasn’t sacrificed too greatly with this magnificent ceiling fan. Because of the high ceilings and enormous windows, Alfie knew this would facilitate air flow, so she went searching for an amazing fan to make her clients happy! This is typical for our team of Knoxville interior designers. We work directly with clients to enhance their living spaces while also taking their specific needs into consideration. 

In our last post,we mentioned the new engineered hardwood floors we installed. We also added a beautiful hand-knotted rug. This particular rug has a lot of texture, and in this case, it adds warmth, but it could also be somewhat forgiving if their 4-legged baby were to track in dirt. We love finding the perfect rug for our clients! We have many unique trusted sources to make sure we find the right fit for each space.  

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Ultimately, this great room is extremely livable, and the materials are durable. We used many performance fabrics that won’t stain easily, and we put thought into every material and selection made. This room was meant to be used by the family.  Our clients sit here every day, and now they can watch television or have cocktails at night without fear of ruining a delicate space. It’s not only a beautiful great room, but it’s also functional and comfortable for our lovely clients.

Our Knoxville, Tennessee interior design firm finds such joy in making a house into a home for all of our clients. We loved traveling to beautiful Tellico Village to bring this house to completion. If you’re in the Knoxville area, we’re happy to come to you too! Whether you need a full renovation of a luxury cabin in Kahite or custom window treatments in your home in Sequoyah Hills, our Knoxville interior design team can make it happen. Schedule a discovery call today to get the ball rolling, and learn more about our initial consultations here before we kickstart your project. We can’t wait to hear from you!


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