We are so excited to share that we’ve moved into our updated office!
Welcome to the new home of Sara Lynn Brennan Interiors! This was a really exciting project to undertake, because this updated space is a true reflection of who we are and what we do.
It took me a while to find the perfect space for our new offices. At the time, my team was smaller, but I knew I wanted room to grow.
Fun fact: As of this month, we officially don’t have enough offices for everyone!
Our new office is in Weddington, which is super close to Charlotte. I also looked in Waxhaw, but felt that would be a little far for some of my clients to drive and see us.
This former doctor’s office had a lot of potential, even if I had a hard time visualizing it at first. And I totally get it, it’s very hard to design your own space – this is why our clients come to us for help! After my team and I got our hands on a floor plan, we were able to really put together how amazing this space could be after applying the elements of our signature Romantic Transitional style.
It needed some pretty significant updates – I really couldn’t relate to any of the aesthetics at all. Orangey-wood cabinets, green countertops, the doors were all different, the flooring needed to be replaced, that pink stripe on the wall…yeah, there was a lot to do!
But – and I tell my clients this all the time – you’d be surprised at the huge transformation that is possible without heavy construction or a full gut & reno. We’re leasing this space, so while it was a priority to make the space feel warm and welcoming with our signature Romantic Transitional style, I wasn’t about to do heavy construction and renovations.
And just like in our clients homes, we completely changed the look and feel of this space with only minor construction. We worked out a plan to keep what was already there, added one extra office, and made room for an 8-person conference table. This works really well for us, because we do like an open work environment, but there’s still space for private meetings.
We painted everything, cabinets included. Replaced the countertops and added a backslash. The flooring was something our landlord wanted to replace anyway. So I split the cost with them, so I could get the flooring I really wanted – LVP installed in a herringbone pattern. I just LOVE a herringbone floor – it can really elevate a space. Keep in mind, if you want this look for your project, that is usually costs double the labor and materials. But, in my opinion, is totally worth it!
For the furnishings, we repurposed a few great finds and also brought in furniture and fixtures from our vendors. I found a really great old custom entertainment center that we repainted, and a faux fireplace that was so cool. From our vendors, we sourced furniture, decor, and lighting that we can offer our clients, so when they come in to see us they can see and touch some great items available for their homes.
I also really wanted to have custom drapery available, because I think it’s so important for my clients to understand the impact that custom window treatments can make on your home. Our drapery display shows the difference between unlined, lined & interlined, and blackout panels.
The space is very neutral, with lots of greenery and textures. Everything is very intentionally done to be truly representative of what SLB Interiors is all about. It is just so great, when people walking by on their way to the other offices in the area, stop in their tracks when they see our window and can’t help but peek in. It’s exactly what we want all of our spaces – including our office – to feel like. Warm, welcoming, eye-catching.
It’s such a great way to show how any space can have the feel of a luxury home when you apply our elements of Romantic Transitional style and design. And what’s more, we didn’t have to knock down walls or plan major construction to achieve this level of luxury and transformation.
This SLB Office project really tells the story of who we are and what we do. I spend so much time here, that I really needed it to be a reflection of our brand and style, a true reflection of what I would want to live in. And it was an amazing energy shift for me, to no longer work from an office in my home. Now I can keep my work at work, and keep my home time for my family.
And we can make this same magic happen in your home too!
If you’re ready for your own HGTV moment, let’s talk soon! It all starts with a Discovery Call. ☎️
