Loft Makeover: A Living Room & Home Office Space!

This loft is used for living and working from home, but was feeling bare and neglected. See how H&H's Reiko Caron transformed it into the ideal space to spend time in comfortably and stylishly! Using staple pieces with a modern flair from Urban Barn, Reiko chose items that work for night and day - like a minimal desk with maximum function, and savvy storage solutions throughout the home. Plus, you will not believe the mural accent wall is a stick-on.
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Presented by Urban Barn.
SOURCES: Wallpaper, Lapiths and Centaurs, www.wallsauce.com/ca/.
Furniture and accessories, Urban Barn. www.urbanbarn.com/
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[@kianaparris9386]

Somebody sign this woman to HGTV or a show if she doesn't already have one! She is so insanely pleasant, I'd watch her design and talk for hours

[@ReikoCaron]

“Pleasant” 😂 I’m definitely adding that to my resumé! Thank you

[@terrisouk1247]

@@ReikoCaron pls come do my home I just move in I have no ideas pls help!!! Southern Ca

[@laurabrown6002]

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[@nishafoerstner1473]

@@ReikoCaron Who are you and where are you?! Best design I have seen

[@ReikoCaron]

@@nishafoerstner1473 I’m in Toronto! 🇨🇦

[@IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS]

When mixing furniture pieces, I always try to marry them in terms of eye lines. You can see that here. There's a straight line in black, and the wood of the chair ties to the dresser directly in front of it. (Of course the various colours--grey, tan, etc.--move around the room. It's both relaxing in the colour choices and lively in their arrangement.) These are small details that help make a room feel put together. Love what you did!

[@leonardogarrido]

That painting sticker so cool. And the pieces so tasteful and easy

[@chrisdavis1722]

Love the sophisticated mix of neutrals, color, and texture. The “mullet” art is genius. Great job!

[@ReikoCaron]

Thanks Chris! Glad you like it.

[@EmorettaRobinson]

I like how she completely changed the space. The clients got a comfy sofa, storage, that really cool mural, a desk and faux plants. I'm rooting for them to get a bigger tv. But if they are happy with the one they have. Then that's all that matters. But I really like what she did with the space.

[@lindseyhenry4059]

I agree and even though we always hear about "adding color and texture" this really is a step by step video showing khow it is done

[@EmorettaRobinson]

@@lindseyhenry4059 it really is. I liked seeing it in action.

[@Mel-nk1gn]

I don't usually like murals, but I've never seen a sticker one look this great. I like the idea of using an oversized piece of classical art.

[@bparry2406]

Keep the tiny tv. Warm, cozy and functional space to enjoy. Good job.

[@anotherpace]

tbh I don't think that background mural would be the best for work video calls.

[@AutumnalSunests]

Or to welcome your girlfriend to her new home, it hardly screams `welcome, you are safe here` !!

[@TiaraHelen]

A woman being raped by a centaur. Life-size. Err no thanks.

[@emrya650]

@@TiaraHelen Agreed. Strangely, Rubens made several paintings of rapes. Really bizarre choice for a home.

[@Mel-nk1gn]

@@emrya650 You're probably the kind of person who also thinks the song "Baby It's Cold Outside" is a problem *eyeroll*

[@Heyu7her3]

@@Mel-nk1gn have you ever heard that song played on an intercom in a store? CREEP ANTHEM

[@sholaking5027]

My fav video makeover so far. I like the presenter's style of addressing her audience; it's warm, like the loft apartment after she was done with it. Very solid stylish and practical too. Change the wall art and I could happily live here. ✨

[@jenniferprevost8]

A lot of the other designers seem really intimidating and fancy. I love how relatable Reiko is. I feel like it would be working with a friend and I wouldn’t feel weird talking openly with her. Love your designs!!

[@LeticiaAGentil]

Reiko is lovely and her work brilliant! More Reiko , please!!!

[@freebird8993]

The mural is so violent

[@mapsman5513]

I loved this design. While I wouldn't have chose that particular art, I like the concept and think it gives the room a much needed focal point. Lofts are tough to design with their weirdly shaped and placed windows and partitions. This one looks terrific with tons of storage and multi-use furnishings. Good job!

[@cmauro7912]

Yes, that art, is a tad, "rapey" LOL.

[@brendamg7296]

The wall paper… WOW 💖💖

[@brightstarlight11]

Reiko is super talented.. i wish i cud see her transform more spaces more often..

[@sarahofer4368]

This is one of the best makeovers I've seen on KZbin! Having the art pieces certainly takes it to a higher level. Good on ya, Rieko.

[@ReikoCaron]

Thanks Sarah!

[@SoThatsJustHowWeRoll]

Ohh i love this type of video! A little more personal how you did it!

[@carlvlaeminck2171]

Reiko's transformations are never disappointing. I love the large mural in this space, such an eye catcher. I personally like not too much furniture but for sure it is very cozy and very inviting. Beautiful rug as well.

[@kingedward6146]

The mural is simply handsome with energy when you are in the area. Sleek and tasteful design with a class 👏

[@seboleloseutloali178]

Perfect. I love what she did but does anybody else see how the place could've been the perfect mid century modern if she had used the wood bench as a coffee table?

[@TheMrswardy88]

Just bought a house where I gave up my home office so my husband can have a mancave. We do have a den that I wanted to function as an office as well as an entertainment space. This gave me a great idea to have the desk behind the couch and a focal point behind the desk. Love this design, thanks so much!

[@azalealeonardo8055]

This is one of my favourite make over. Everything just came together perfectly! Reiko is also so adorable!

[@Cyberbronco]

Love that Wallsauce treatment!

[@tokyozip]

That mural’s depiction is not that welcoming but that’s just me

[@meganspence6270]

I love it

[@conejitoasesinoOG]

It's The Lapiths and The Centaurs by Peter Paul Rubens. It depicts that one time that the Centaurs were invited to a wedding and got so drunk they tried to kidnap the bride, rape the guests and started a war. Def a conversation starter but not a soothing image by any stretch. Real goth flex though to have it in your sitting room 😆🖤🖤🖤

[@meganspence6270]

@@conejitoasesinoOG Awesome, thanks for the context!

[@ReikoCaron]

@@conejitoasesinoOG Yes! Definitely a conversation starter. "Real Goth Flex" could not describe the clients better - I love it!

[@maxinef6654]

Hate it 😖

[@maunarose]

Reiko! So happy to see more of your work today. Your talent blows me away.

[@ReikoCaron]

💜💫 Thanks Mauna!

[@alannothnagle]

Lovely transformation!

[@conejitoasesinoOG]

Y'all had to go with centaur rape mural? Bold choice. I would've gone with saturn eating his son but to each his own, I guess. All joking aside the room is gorgeous.

[@TheMocao]

😂

[@lilithgrrrl]

Ya... that mural is a little intense ... why not rape of the sabines? 😬 I wouldn’t want to look at that every day

[@lizabetx483]

My sentiments exactly.

[@skaterboy-cz9wj]

I love lofts. I like the incorporation of more storage and this is a cozy look not overly produced or super minimalist modern that we see often in lofts. The mural idea is fantabulous but personally the selection is not my cup of tea even if it is a major artist or one of the Masters. I would prefer an abstract personally or a nature scene. I know you have to worry bout clutter but I would have liked sectional or some additional seating if this is my only living space.

[@girlintheairport]

Reiko ...You are such a genius! How can someone have such a Midas touch ....you turn everything not into gold but double platinum.....love love love how you completely transformed the space...

[@ReikoCaron]

Glad you liked it!

[@denisethrondsen3399]

Really good job! I LOVE the wall mural a lot! I love the white couch and added color. This may be my favorite makeover yet. Maybe white floor drapes? TFS!🌺🌺🌺

[@reneerobinson5273]

I love this make over it’s beautiful.

[@lolamichelle]

The place looks amazing! Congrats

[@abudisofunny4602]

I loved this one. The space looks so fresh and inviting 😍

[@Cyberbronco]

This is my favorite House and Home vid so far.

[@s.m.sanzanarahman3046]

I have to say I love every detail she added. Genius!

[@MusicaErika]

Absolutely spectacular and functional, I love it. Great taste.

[@outinarizona]

love this idea. i do the same in a bedroom. it's more rectangular so I put the desk against the back of the bed's headboard and divide the room that way.

[@peggymurphy6747]

Gorgeous! Well designed and practical

[@nazikiwe8259]

This awesome 😍. Love this. That mural is EVERYTHING

[@ReikoCaron]

Thank you!

[@kbpeters4246]

Love the statement wall. What a great idea.

[@dominicdelacruz4572]

I love the humor and style of the designer ♥️

[@tiarrab.8267]

Well done! I really love the improved use of space. An accent chair with more of a pop of color might have worked better for me, but I do love the design of the chair! And that tv....lol. Can't wait em all eh? Thumbs up!

[@ReikoCaron]

📺🤷🏻‍♀️

[@foggybottomz]

I love that rug!

[@WinnieLuthienThye]

What a great presenter! You are so super cute and fun and natural on camera! Love the design of the room too.

[@CC-si3cr]

She put that wallpaper mural up with ease. She's clearly done it before. That is going to be a great backdrop on Zoom calls! I just hope they match their shirts with the mural. No plaids or patterns!

[@laurae2489]

Looks fabulous

[@rockshot100]

This girl has talent. My favorite. She can design in styles that she herself doesn't personally like but still gets wonderful results. A true professional. Her presentation is lively but no-nonsense. Wish she would have done a 360 pan of the room, we only get to see the 3 walls. There probably is more storage on the other wall? Plus some type of hanging fixture would have been better enhancement of the "loftiness", but can't really tell. I almost criticized this as being slightly too stuffy and impersonal, but when she said they use it for clients, it now makes sense. She could have reflected the mural more into the other side of the room as in having that "accent chair" some muted color of the drapery in the painting. It really does look like the client wanted everything to be versatile enough to be moved within a year or two. Loverly.

[@ReikoCaron]

I'm blushing! Thank you, I'm so glad you liked it! (And trust me, you don't want to see the rest of the room. If it was shootable, we would have shown it.)

[@rockshot100]

@@ReikoCaron WOW, I am starstruck. Never thought you read the comments let alone respond. Could you shoot the rest of the room when it is finished? Your work is so interesting, I didn't even praise you for the many small details which most would not even notice. BTW, I was not disconcerted in the least regarding the subject matter of the mural, most people do not take a very old painting about a myth at all seriously. Also I do not do interiors, but do understand design and know talent when I see it. An architect here so we speak the same language.

[@tatjanafilipovicgrcic3953]

Love it! Great job!

[@callmeSue2]

Love it all!

[@laura2842]

love it all!!!! great design thanks for sharing

[@leonardolopes840]

Turned out awesome 👏

[@christinafordhomedesignlif8847]

She is one of my favorite designers very down to earth

[@lauuvicky]

So much better after the makeover

[@afiq_maryam]

great! can watch TV & working at the same time 😀

[@lorib2347]

The after looks amazing. Warm and welcoming. However my question is about practicality, and this goes for something I see in many decorated spaces. They look good, but in this case, the radiator is right behind the TV. If it’s a functioning one, won’t that get too hot in the winter and harm the tv?

[@maxinef6654]

Not sure how he’s watching TV on that 13” but ok.

[@erinaustin9968]

The designer was delightful and funny. Tiny TV 😂

[@mayannduran2917]

Omg i love them 😍😍😍

[@mariajoseramospeccenini5390]

Love the final result. I have a question: Why didn't you put the curtains?

[@mariawelling4194]

Magnificent!!!

[@jenocean824]

Perfect!

[@tikagyrl984]

Great makeover

[@user-px7nh7vs4b]

Love it!

[@ashjarhussain2821]

Very beautiful

[@jimbojones1268]

That striking mural is based on greek myth; like it or lump it, it's a conversation starter. See below.

[@ReikoCaron]

Definitely got them talking 😂

[@ericowensnyc]

Good job! 👍🏾

[@YappieKitchen]

Love the mural! I think the only thing I would do different is the placement of the desk. It’s in a bad Feng Shui position.

[@adhistie1694]

great job!

[@JudgeyJudgeyable]

Super cute space. And i love that the guy brought in a designer to spruce up the space for his girlfriend. So thoughtful

[@jacquieevans1712]

Fabulous x

[@isabeldealmeida333]

Is that the right place for tv? It isn't too close a warm point in Winter season?

[@sonalrpattnayak]

Amazing

[@ludastout2852]

Amazing 🏡

[@woteverism]

Genius👏

[@constantineangelgutierrez1851]

fabulous

[@mrs.mcnamara1669]

Lovely

[@ratnamukherjee9404]

Classy!

[@jennetteslade3444]

Really nice you worked your magic, did the round candle come from urban Barn I like it

[@jamespong6588]

I like how you cut the mural... ..For plugs

[@woteverism]

If we only have space for tv unit, would you suggest to choose a tv unit like the black one or a dresser ao that the size is bigger to fit more stuff ( family with two kids ) ? Hope to hear from you! Lots of love ❤

[@terri3696]

Love ❤️

[@suada3852]

Superbe😍😍

[@vincentdechine]

Hi , I really like the wallpaper. Someone knows where I can buy it ? Thanks

[@estefania00001]

Love the chair! What brand is it?

[@belindabruceaustin7127]

Beautiful!! Bigger TV? LOL

[@aking3624]

Art piece is disturbing...Are they still together?

[@cameliap1146]

Is it normal to obstruct a heater ?

[@carloszenon4562]

Bravo

[@lr50plus54]

How did you plug in anything at the desk?

[@Scully331]

When is it a sofa and when it is a couch? My snooty ex mother in law told me to always use the term sofa, couch is it what a bubba slouches s on. She was wrong about a lot of things.

[@TheMocao]

I don’t know if you’re Canadian or from US, but there are some regional terms stateside. My southern relatives called a sofa a devan - so I think your ex mother in-law was indeed being snobbish.

[@rmonson5002]

Yeah, I worked at Ethan Allen years ago, we were told to say "sofa" not "couch" although IRL I think they are same/same.

[@kathyesargent9088]

Love her

[@israela9631]

Big like 👍

[@jaysonavila4259]

WOW

[@doublebass1966]

Sorry is the designer Reiko? Love her designs after watching a few of her deco. Very brilliant backdrop idea. Love that painting! Desk behind sofa is absolutely clever but personally (no offence), I would have chosen a thinner but longer table so as to push the sofa more backwards. I would also settle for 1 pot of plant iso 2. As a whole, great decoration!

[@khaliloboumendjel8135]

ذوقك جميل

[@eddielopez9921]

What’s the size of the area rug?

[@penlylindsell7073]

Why plastic plants? when there is so much natural light in the room.

[@karalozdan4414]

I loved the accent chair, where is it from?

[@houseandhome]

The chair is from Urban Barn.

[@suancarey809]

my heart stopped when she moved the cabinet in front of the heater, is that going to work? in the winter?

[@houseandhome]

Don't worry - It's a non-functioning radiator.

[@tinamarshall4493]

Awesome! TV 🤣

[@clemenced.5393]

Links to furniture please! Especially the accent chair

[@SuperC888]

Clemence D -Urban Barn