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Antlers In The Mountains And Your Living Room

admin — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:19:18 +0000

I am an animal lover. Love the deer…don’t shoot me. They are gorgeous creatures. I hope many of you agree with me.

With them shedding their antlers naturally, it is wonderful to find them for your home and make them as striking as when they crown a buck.

Some ideas? See more of our thoughts below in the fabulous Kansas City Star’s House + Home section, written by Stacy Downs.

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My Lifetime Achievement Award In Interior Design!

admin — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 23:29:33 +0000

I cannot express how humbled I am to be awarded the lifetime achievement award from KC Magazine. Thank you, thank you….

When people ask me what I do, it really is an easy answer; ”I help people. I help them to be happy!” To get my clients to that point is a tremendous amount of work. It is a delight to have all of those hours, weeks and months recognized by not only my clients every time we finish a space, but by such the wonderful and amazing staff at KC Magazine.

A big “Thank you!” too, to the article’s author, Kaitlin Motley. I think you nailed it…even I couldn’t pin my style down!

EDWARD TANNER AWARDS – Lifetime Achievement In Interior Design

Profile by Kaitlin Motley (as seen in KC Magazine, July 2011)

“If the Edward Tanner Award for Interior Design were to recognize achievement for a lifetime only as long as that of our Design Excellence Awards themselves, Jill Tran would still be an indisputable frontrunner. A talent honored by the awards program all four years, Tran has established herself as a designer with a knack for transforming houses into homes.

Paying strict attention to her clients’ personalities, interests and sometimes hard-to-articulate desires, Tran has achieved what is perhaps the oxymoronic goal for every interior designer’s portfolio: constant variety. Armed with myriad influences and emotions suggested by her clients, Tran scours the world for unique pieces that bring everything together in nuanced harmony. Often quirky painting or sculptures, the pieces add personality to a room and act as jumping-off point for conversation.

The anticipation of the activity and daily life that will take place in the finished rooms could be what inspires Tran to search far and wide for the eye-catching details that often punctuate her work. She visualizes the way her clients and their guests will interact with a room to be sure no detail is overlooked. Such was the case with this year’s winning design in the Children’s Room category (not pictured). ”[A] custom upholstered bench was brought in to allow the little girl to climb into bed by herself like a big girl, without having to utilize a side stool for Mom nad Dad to trip over, ” Tran says of the project.

If wedding multiple influences and personalities is the challenge for Tran, the other part of interior design seems to come naturally. She has a trademark flair for layering interesting textures and fabrics and setting them off with bursts of color. Tran adopts her clients’ visions and maintains their requests, but she leaves an inimitable signature behind. In regard to Tran’s winning bathroom design (a collaboration with Lyon Design, LLC, above), DEA judge Kim Tucker notes: ”I am in love with this vanity–and those silly, sexy legs. The bathtub styling says: Jill Tran.”

Tran has crafted her brand into design that is quintessentially both her own and her clients’, leaving a bit of legacy behind–just like this award’s namesake.”

We’re Showered With Design Awards

admin — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:36:53 +0000

It was an amazing evening.

I was shocked as my new business partner, Carmen Thomas and I, kept hearing my name over and over at the Design Excellence Awards by KC Magazine. I am flattered beyond flattered and oh, so humbled. It is such a joy to have my work, time, effort, ideas and dreams recognized. No one knows how much work an interior designer REALLY does for their clients like the people in that room.

The people I would like to thank…Everyone at KC Magazine…Katie Van Luchene, Eryn Swanson, Erin Calvin, Dara Macan, Kim Tucker and all of the other wonderful people at KC Magazine. Thank you, thank you.

Of course too, I would like to thank my clients because if it wasn’t for their faith in me, none of the gorgeous rooms would have happened and I wouldn’t have been standing there without my umbrella.

Thank you all so much!

Yours,

Jill

Awards from KC Magazine:

Edward Tanner for Interior Design, Lifetime achievement award

Gold: Interior, Speciality Room

Gold: Interior, Bathroom

Silver: Interior, Dining/Living Room

Bronze: Interior, Dining/Living Room

Gold: Interior, Best Use of Art

Bronze: Interior, Best Use of Art

Silver: Interior, Children’s Room

Shawnee Magazine Feature, Our Client Is Thrilled!

admin — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:08:20 +0000

As an interior designer in Kansas City, it is so wonderful to have our work in print. Thank you, Shawnee Magazine.

I have some details on the living room below…where we began and how the design became magazine ready.

If you want to read more on this home, click here

SEE THE “BEFORE” AND “AFTER” SHOTS OF THE LIVING ROOM HERE

"BEFORE"

The article in Shawnee Magazine...and the "After"

The Living Room:

These wonderful clients had a living room space with an awkward floor plan. It was a long room with great windows and a magnificent view, but the room itself left something to be desired. They wanted a sectional and great seating for entertaining. Lighting was an issue in the evening. She loved green so she and I decided to complement the outdoors and frame them with beautiful pieces with great lines. The silhouettes in front of the windows needed to be sleeker pieces were what would make her happy. All of the aging oak needed to be toned down a bit as well.

The Living Room:

Our design solutions?

This new area for entertaining needed some wonderful color, softness and beauty so we played up the greens, added drapes up to the crown molding and some beautiful furnishings and accents. The original oil was commissioned and is fun, unexpected and cuts the space perfectly. For handsome silhouettes in front of the grand windows, natural sticks, a darling lamp with a semi-opaque glass body and a “tree” table base over marble were perfect.

They are both so thrilled now with their main living space. It was great fun to help them take a room they had no feelings for and make it wonderful for them and their family to enjoy everyday.

SEE THE “BEFORE” AND “AFTER” SHOTS OF THIS LIVING ROOM HERE

The dining room "Before"

The dining room “AFTER”:

How A Design Came Together For KC Magazine, The Living Room

admin — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:25:09 +0000

There is nothing better than wonderful, kind clients. Those fabulous people that appreciate great design and want to surround themselves with it to make every day better for themselves. This couple was no exception!

Once frustrated, Kerry and Mike Helmuth turned to me for wonderful design solutions. Their home needed some TLC and a plan. Once I discovered the direction they wanted to go with their home’s design, the challenge began. How to combine a cowboy feel with Country French using greens and a bright color pop here and there? More seating was a priority, too, but of course, not too much stuff. Less is more, but sometimes, you just have to break the rules. But when? Now.

See the full KC Magazine issue as a pdf

Cover of KC Mag Jill Tran Interior Design's work is featured in.

A "before" shot of their living room. They wanted it to be much more beautiful and special.

Another "before" shot of the space. Kerry just wasn't pleased with it. It lacked color and interest for her.

The design I created for them starts to come together with wonderful details and exquisite fabrics. Jill Tran Interior Design.

The same room completed as shot by Bob Greenspan for KC Magazine. It is colorful, interesting, beautiful, has more seating and rich in special details and features to make it wonderful! Jill Tran Interior Design

The same page from KC Magazine. Jill Tran Interior Design

Notice the rich color pops…not too much, but just enough. The seating is comfortable and welcoming with luxurious fabrics. The cow art was commissioned from artist Mary Ann Johnson and is of the homeowners’ farm.

Close up of KC Magazine. Jill Tran Interior Design

Me standing in the space, it is fun to enjoy it for a moment. Jill Tran Interior Design

The original shot of the space we took with the bull I found (the plan was to move him to the back hall once the other piece came in, which we did). I love the croc skull I found, too. A little rough and tumble. Jill Tran Interior Design

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-Jill

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PINK, More Than You Saw In The Kansas City Star

admin — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 19:53:54 +0000

Amazing PINK!

It is vibrant. It relaxes you when you first see it, then after a long time in it, it can rev you up! That is why sports teams paint it in their opponents locker rooms! It was once the color for baby boys before baby blue came along. It is flattering to all skin types and the child of red…another fabulous color!

Find out even more and read the article with our interview in The Kansas City Star.

Pink is the place to be! Jill Tran Interior Design

This client loved pink and yellow, but wanted elegance... Jill Tran Interior Design

This darling baby's room I designed for a fabulous client that loves pink, black and white. Since pink is such a wonderful baby color, the chair is wonderful! Jill Tran Interior Design

The photo from the KC Star article. Yes, pink at the movies! A fun and easy to enjoy space. Jill Tran Interior Design

The other side of the same room just before the large screen television is installed. Jill Tran Interior Design

This soft, soft pink room is elegant and a house favorite for spending time and relaxing. See the "before" of this space here. Jill Tran Interior Design

See more of the room above including the “before” shots.

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-Jill

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Inspiring Design In Fall Colors: Part III of III

admin — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:44:36 +0000

There is nothing like spectacular design…it make you feel good. For example, how do these designs make you feel? They are from the historic Greystone Estate in Beverly Hills and was Veranda’s third show house. Such gentle fall colors here. I thought the time seemed right to share these with you.

***SEE PART I OF THIS SERIES click here

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Photos: Veranda

Inspiring Design In Fall Colors: Part I of III

admin — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:07:13 +0000

***SEE PART II OF THIS SERIES click here

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Tell me what’s on your mind. I love hearing from you!

Photos: Veranda

Jill Tran is a Kansas City Interior Designer and creates beautiful, custom interiors for her interior design clients in Kansas City and clients around the country.

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“After” my design solutions were installed by our teams.

Searching For The Perfect Fabric For Your Home, Like Finding The Perfect Dress, Part III: Grays & Browns

admin — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:20:49 +0000

We have all been there…a special event to go to and nothing to wear. What’s a girl or guy to do? Get help!

I want to share these dynamic fabrics with you in a small series from that began last week and will wrap up this week.
If you have been dreaming of the right fabric for an accent pillow, bedspread or window treatment, one of these may spark your inner fashion diva. While they are not for everyone, nor every home, it is still fun to watch them walk down the runway with this quick fashion shoot…

See more inspiring fabrics at Architectural Digest…

Want to see more great fabrics? Continue this fabric series by clicking here

Make it fab!

-Jill

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Photos: Jill Tran Interior Design and Co.

Jill Tran is a Kansas City Interior Designer and creates beautiful, custom interiors for her interior design clients in Kansas City and clients around the country.

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Searching For The Perfect Fabric For Your Home, Like Finding The Perfect Dress, Part I: Blacks, Whites, Grays & Beiges

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 16:04:06 +0000

We have all been there…a special event to go to and nothing to wear. What’s a girl or guy to do? Get help!

I want to share these dynamic fabrics with you in a small series this week and next. If you have been dreaming of the right fabric for an accent pillow, bedspread or window treatment, one of these may spark your inner fashion diva. While they are not for everyone, nor every home, it is still fun to watch them walk down the runway with this quick fashion shoot…

See more inspiring fabrics at Architectural Digest…

Want to see more great fabrics? Continue this fabric series by clicking here

Make it fab!

-Jill

Click here to DISCOVER ALL OF JILL’S LATEST BLOGS FULL OF GREAT DESIGN, TIPS AND INSPIRATION

Got a comment? Reaction? Question? Interior Design question…WWJD? (What Would Jill Do)

Tell me what’s on your mind. I love hearing from you!

Photos: Jill Tran Interior Design and Co.

Jill Tran is a Kansas City Interior Designer and creates beautiful, custom interiors for her interior design clients in Kansas City and clients around the country.

Contact Jill