Makeover: Traditional Home Gets A Bright Modern Update

For Rhiannon Hageman's first design project, what started as a kitchen renovation snowballed into a first-floor revamp that swept away stuffy elements. Adding more windows and painting the frames black (and skipping the drapes), refinishing the dark floors, swapping a heavy stone chimney breast for porcelain, and new boho pendants freshen up a home so it feels modern.
Interior Design and Construction Management, Hageman Homes & Interiors, hagemanhomes.ca/
Dining Room
Furniture, Hickory Chair, Cocoon Furnishings. Wallpaper, Grasscloth Valentin Pearl, Schumacher. Light Fixture, Palacek. Rug, Elte. Trim colour, White Dove, Benjamin Moore. Window colour, Black Jack, Benjamin Moore.
Sitting Room
Sofa, Lee Industries. Chairs, Cocoon Furnishings. Olive Tree, Cocoon Furnishings. Rug, Pottery Barn. Baskets, Pottery Barn. Light Fixture, Made Goods Belva. Art, Palacek. Wall colour, Seapearl, Benjamin Moore.
Kitchen
Pendants, Arteriors. Stools, Restoration Hardware. Counters, Caeserstone. Cabinetry, Top Notch. Cabinet colour, Classic Grey. Benjamin Moore. Wall colour, White Dove, Benjamin Moore. Hardware, Emtek Hardware. Appliances, Kitchen Aid. Herb Fridge, Urban Cultivator. Breakfast Area
Table, Bernhardt. Chairs, Custom with Kravet Vinyl. Chandelier, Made Goods. Drapery, Cora Linen, Schumacher. Drapery Sewing, Q Design. Wall colour, White Dove, Benjamin Moore.
Family Room
Carpet, Stanton. Furniture, Lee Industries. Coffee Table, Restoration Hardware. Lighting, Arteriors. Fireplace porcelain, Ciot. Wall colour, White Dove, Benjamin Moore. Art, Custom.
Powder Room
Wallpaper, Queen of Spain, Schumacher. Trim Colour, White Dove, Benjamin Moore. Faucet and fixtures, Restoration Hardware. Lighting, Circa. Mirror, custom.
Trades
Styling, Me and Mo
Paint, Vibrant Painting Plus
Cabinetry, Top Notch Cabinets
Plumbing, 360 Plumbing
Electrical, Veracity Electric
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[@BeautifulLivingHome]

It's so nice to share in her first design project. She did an amazing job! Fresh, comfortable and beautiful!💗

[@sherim1262]

Pretty but I loved the before kitchen too!

[@alyssaa4579]

IKR，the before kitchen was just fine. I feel like it's such a waste...

[@hashmo101]

Their before kitchen is my current goals kitchen lol

[@michellepereira2328]

Yes the before kitchen was nice but her clients wanted a modern makeover and she delivered.

[@JL-hw5hu]

@@hashmo101 likewise it was very nice liked that look better

[@MonicaWB]

She did a fantastic job and the home looks great. I’m glad the old kitchen was donated, but it’s hard to believe anyone felt it needed a full gut job.

[@beverlypalmacci8853]

Agree. Seemed changes could have been made to update the look (counters, hardware, etc) without removing the cabinetry. Becomes conspicuous consumption.

[@fancycat]

I agree. I would love to have the "old" kitchen.

[@lizabetx483]

I would have just changed the counter tops. I would love to have the old kitchen too.

[@sweetpeace5]

The old kitchen was so cold a sterile. This is so much more warm and inviting. If you really analyze them, everything about it is so much better.

[@elizabethc.z]

@@sweetpeace5 I agree that the old kitchen was sterile, but the refresh could have been accomplished without gutting all the cabinets.

[@franceswhiston2572]

Great job. So nice to see people ‘repurposing’ as many items as possible. Well done.

[@JudgeyJudgeyable]

Ya i mean is it so bad to say reuse? She “repurposed” the dining set but it’s still a dining set so it still serves the same purpose

[@jariatouj5768]

I loved the before kitchen! She did such a great job. Especially for first time

[@ManUntdForever]

Right?? The before kitchen was gorgeous, imo.

[@helenguingab2499]

Too white in my opinion is just for display. Not for everyday living.

[@fauziamukhwana5211]

You are humble the fact that you babysat their kids and they still trust you to bring freshness into their home you are a good person 💙from Paddington. 🇰🇪💕

[@UMVELINQANGI]

This would be a beautiful design for a seasoned veteran, but that it is your first project as a professional designer is absolutely stunning. You are super talented, and I predict great success is coming your way sooner than you may think. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work in the future. Well done and congratulations!

[@tyronec2358]

yeah, i agree i was surprised when she said 'first project.' nice one

[@75Cee]

Well said! Very surprising! Amazing result! And done with minimal changes. Rare talent!

[@d.chruscielewska4735]

It looks nice but ... The dinning table is tiny, the loyout is questionable, kitchen island is not wide enough for four stools etc.

[@heeds1049]

A first project are you kidding me? This is amazing! You nailed this refresh/design. It’s so cosy and stylish. 🙌🙌

[@taramcdermott9840]

Gorgeously designed and updated space! Congrats on a fabulous "1st" project. I would never have known if you hadn't mentioned it. Came out amazing. Kudos!

[@atashiaserrano]

Beautifully done for your first project. You have a wonderful future ahead of you.

[@vanessathomas7437]

Awesome that the Homeowners donated their previous home items to Habitat for Humanity! In my hometown, HFH has a thrift store that the Sales benefit the Organization's building projects!😊

[@ceciliacecilia6671]

style is on point, lovin d black accents on windows

[@pollypuffington2243]

She Killed it! Can't believe it's her first project

[@kymdaniels9228]

Beautiful home! I love all the natural light. Job well done.

[@freebird8993]

I like that she used cravet vinyl for the chairs, it is cruelty free and beautiful

[@beverlypalmacci8853]

Lovely job! Black as an accent is and has always been a favorite of mine. I do question a living or diningroom without some kind of window covering, however. Might look lovely during the day, but at night it becomes cold and stark with black glass and nothing but reflection. No need for heavy drapes, sheer fabric would cut the coldness of that reflection.

[@rneustel388]

This is a gorgeous home, absolutely light and bright! All the light fixtures are beautiful, but the kitchen pendants are stunning. My favorite room is the powder room, though. It is pure glam!!

[@beetlejuice4822]

It really is incredible for a first project. Very classy and elegant. Designer has a very good taste.

[@jacquelinelun4049]

As a first project she has done a magnificent job!!! IT's modern yet everything is well thought and balanced with textures and different finishes.

[@joannawalsh6997]

Wow !! As a first project ! Can't wait to see what else your creative mind conjures up. ❤

[@yeamaneal5652]

A complete slam dunk!! 🔥🔥🔥 Love the aesthetics of the entire space!!

[@cherylfluege3345]

I am a Swiss designer/decorator myself. Rhiannon, you absolutely nailed it. It’s just perfect in every way. I adore the new kitchen. You have brought a balance of elegance, textures, light and practicality throughout the home. It’s beautiful! Congratulations and I look forward to seeing lots of projects on your channel.

[@fashionforwarddd]

This is so tastefully done.

[@M.....................]

My first design gets featured on House & Home ...that's ..wow. Good for her!! Place looks amazing!

[@kajay81521]

Amazing first project Rhiannon. I look forward to seeing more of your work!

[@gatatica1]

I love the house. I do prefer the before kitchen.

[@JL-hw5hu]

Same here all the other spaces turned off nicely but the kitchen before is my preference

[@marciamellow1211]

Absolutely beautiful...sweetie. Your work is award winning..

[@elizabethc.z]

What I love about this project is that the design is simple and rather minimal without being sterile. A lot of designers use so many space fillers when styling the home.

[@joannemacphail1269]

I love your work! So well done. Congratulations on the completion of your first project. Stunning. Thank you for sharing.

[@ginafriend1690]

Looks great, the ceiling fixtures make the Statements!! We never know where time will take us from where we started. Good for you and your client!

[@michellepereira2328]

Beautiful renovation. I like the combination of gold cabinet pulls and black faucets with the modern cabinets and touch of white oak. Adding windows with black framing makes a great statement. It is a bright and peaceful space.

[@jackiepeavy5505]

Great job refinishing the floors brought in so much more light. Fantastic!

[@sandyg.3454]

Very well done indeed! This gorgeous home is so inviting and approachable!

[@Kathleen5429]

Fabulous job! One of the most beautiful homes I've seen.

[@creativelife9871]

She did such a great job!! Love the windows, couches and kitchen cabinets. I fell in love with the bathroom wallpaper!! 😍😍 WAAAY out of my price range but I have no problem saving up and splurging on a statement piece that I love here or there when it comes to my home.

[@sophiabrown4572]

Great job! Can't wait to see your future projects.

[@swingingdaniel]

Gorgeous!!!!

[@omradiant]

Beautiful!

[@norbey372]

Beautiful. Excellent taste. Congrats on your first design success.

[@poohbear6759]

You nailed it Rhiannon. Fabulous job , you should be very proud of yourself . Good luck with what I would say will be a very busy and exciting career ahead.

[@sheilamuhoro1847]

Congratulations...this is a great first project!!

[@paulajf4205]

It's a much improved design. A definite refresh and I have mad respect that they donated the cabinets. I like almost everything, except maybe too much white, especially going with all white are rugs- kind of boring.

[@vanessathomas7437]

Great first project! Her designs definitely warmed up a Modern design!

[@martaflorinapopescucalin2225]

Such an amazing job for a first project! 👏🏻💜

[@nadiak2202]

Great job Rhiannon!!! It turned out beautiful❤

[@coolpersonlolollloll3540]

Absolutely stunning!❤️❤️❤️

[@VikiMQ]

Awesome job!!!

[@yelenapalagashvili1967]

Gorgeous! You are so talented

[@cheekqueen]

So beautiful 😍 Amazing work on your first project!

[@land_banes2639]

Beautifully decorated i love it so warm airy & cozy

[@fransirahome]

Beautiful modern white kitchen, love the twin chandelier. This is successful transformation, love all rooms.

[@kimberleymansfield1099]

Very nicely done. Can't wait to see how you evolve as a designer if this is your first project

[@MaureenRamsden]

Just gorgeous

[@patriciahutchinson7368]

Beautiful work!!!!

[@mytoyi3330]

Congratulations..amazing and so beautiful especially for a first project ! Really love the space..

[@ketherwhale6126]

BRAVO Rhriannon!

[@SweetBuffies]

You did an awesome job!!! Absolutely beautiful ❤️

[@ModernARQ]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@Bellz89]

THIS IS STUNNING!!!

[@vanessavincentcampos9995]

Very fresh.

[@jolaw6742]

Love to see more of your projects

[@ChristieZachary]

Gorgeous!

[@sacdigitaldesignweb]

This channel is getting so many similar projects out

[@chinchin5163]

Beautiful

[@paulabrown3904]

Simply amazing. Well done

[@terri3696]

Amazing! Love it.

[@rajtukai2734]

Beautiful indeed ❤❤

[@Britbabe53]

Lovely job! Bravo!

[@youkyungkim3816]

Great work! Beautiful done. ❤️

[@angelaachee7933]

Lovely 🥰

[@patriciadezutter210]

Wow. Well done 👏🏻

[@janicesegura2570]

Lovely home❤️❤️❤️

[@MariaRodriguez-gb5pr]

Beautiful and many others for future

[@peekstar]

Whoa how is this only yer first project? It’s incredible

[@idaniamorales6058]

Amazing 😻

[@jolaw6742]

I love it so much, extremely beautiful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@deniseroussel3755]

Super Talented! Beautiful Design

[@GulenYilmaz]

Amazing job!

[@EricaNernie]

First project? Amazing. You did a great job.

[@SW-wf3gy]

My dream house!

[@salmasuilaman3651]

Brilliant 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@rohdreamer]

Lovely😍😍😍

[@brightdaysaheadofUs]

Nice!

[@theresaglass5786]

Good job!!!

[@tokyodrifttt]

Congrats on first project

[@mdrigioia]

First design project? Amazing. Well done!

[@belzel5456]

I like the before kitchen better, but the new kitchen is also nice.

[@doublebass1966]

Well done!

[@florangelaraujo3975]

Such a nice design! Such a nice voice!

[@elizabeth930]

As much as I love windows, I personally would have killed any designer who wanted to remove built-in bookshelves and not replace them. But that's just me :P Gorgeous job!

[@sweetpeace5]

Killed them?? Damn😄

[@lynnstaton5732]

A first job well done

[@arquitecturacasasamericana2080]

Hermoso diseño gracias!

[@josephinebrevig8748]

While I prefer colour as a vibrant personality type, I do appreciate those overhead lights above the kitchen island. The home is an obvious upgrade to what it previously was.

[@allyrt5981]

1st Project well done! Still have time for her to learn and explore. The old kitchen was in good condition but after >10 yrs... I would change it too.

[@soniacarver5124]

I love how you mixed the hardware/metal finishes. I saw gold, brass and even brushed nickel? This is something I'm really struggling with right now....how to mix and match without completely replacing everything in homes. What does the door hardware look like in this house and how did you blend?

[@lindaminde4030]

wow.

[@ladybug7967]

When you have money you can remodel your kitchen every 12 years or more often. Great update.

[@rebecanapolitano2706]

I am glad to see that other people were also weirded out by the "before" kitchen 😂 it was in great shape

[@HotSixty]

Habitat For Humanity/Slip covers with Krypton fabric. Win Win. Luv the entire space. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@justsaying7065]

The kitchen is too white. Need some color to add interest and contrast.