Designs by Pyper

2011-04-28T20:08:00.000-07:00

Residential interior design. Home staging. Small home accessories.

I have been an interior designer since 2005. I graduated from Weber State University in 2003 with a degree in interior design.

Designs by Pyper was established in October 2008.

Residential Interior Design: Any project, from brand new construction to a remodel, Designs by Pyper does it! Interior design begins with an in-home consultation, including discussing the interest and wants of the client, and photos of the home. I then brainstorm for a few days and come up with an idea board or just photos/drawings, depending on the desires of the client. The process will go on from there :)

Home Staging: Designs by Pyper focus on the living room/great room, kitchen, master bedroom, and one bathroom.

After the initial consultation, Designs by Pyper will compile a list of suggestions for the client. After which, the homeowner can decide whether to complete the list on their own, or if they want my assistance in completing that list.

Frames, Signs & More: I've been working on small home accessories this winter. Please check out the hand-crafted decor page for photos (which will be up and ready tomorrow sometime). You can check out past posts, as well :) Email me at pyper@designsbypyper.com for pricing or with any questions. Custom signs are available!

Signs and stuff...

2011-04-01T19:57:00.000-07:00

I like to play with paint, wood, and vinyl! So, I'm sharing that fun with you. Custom signs are available, please message me with any questions at pyper@designsbypyper.com.

This sign is 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 in size. It's wood painted with a graphite/black, and then stained natural. Cream vinyl. $12. (Easle not included)

$15. Rustic/weathered Chocolate sign. Cream vinyl. 8 1/2 x11 1/4. Custom signs available :)

My most favorite saying ever! 5x7. $10. Contact me for custom designs :)

"Dream" 8x10 black frame. Red, Black & White. $18. Contact me for custom designs :)

"Create" 8x10 black frame. Purple, Olive, Black Vinyl. $18. Contact me for custom sign :)

Cartoon font. 6x6 tile. Contact me with custom sayings, custom sizes available. $5 (this size)

Two 5x7 frames. $10 a set. Custom orders available :)

Look what I made!!!

2011-03-08T08:41:00.000-08:00

(Sorry it's dark!) This is a sunburst mirror. I've seen some at Pottery Barn and at San Francisco Design, so I wanted to see if I could do it! It measures 25" from one point to the next.

Colorful Sectional

2011-03-08T08:32:00.000-08:00

A client of mine found a photo in a magazine of a sofa with this color way, and wanted her sectional done this way. So, we had her sectional re-upholstered by Clearfield Upholstery, and Larry did an amazing job!

I custom designed the rug, using Flor carpet tiles.

Throne...

2011-01-28T15:41:00.000-08:00

Here are some photos of a chair I had custom made for a client. She had a picture in mind, and I took her thoughts and this is what I came up with...

Travels...

2011-01-25T14:23:00.000-08:00

This weekend I was on a road trip from Houston back to Salt Lake. I just wanted to say that there are some amazing Interior Design locations in Texas. I want to go back so I can really see all of the places, 'cause I only saw them in passing.

What are your thoughts...

2010-09-12T20:05:00.000-07:00

I found these pictures on www.hgtv.com ...

How do they make you feel?

Window Treatments!!!

2010-08-10T11:34:00.000-07:00

New Logo...

2010-05-18T11:31:00.000-07:00

Here's our new LOGO!!! I decided to update the logo, that shows more of my personality. Color. Pattern. Classic, but contemporary! Squares for structure, at an angle fo fun!

Phase 1 of a project...

2010-02-27T20:04:00.000-08:00

An ottoman tray, a couple more pillows, a round rug, and a throw will finish off this area!

Some artwork will be in that blank area, and that small vase won't be there.

Ottoman tray, plant in the corner, a throw, a couple more pillows and a round rug will finish off completely!

A house...

2010-01-20T21:35:00.000-08:00

This project was pretty cool. It was just an idea, not ever built, to my knowledge. I was given a list of requirements and needs of the "home owner" and the maximum square footage wanted on the main floor and went from there. I only rendered the front elevation. I thought this was quite challenging and extremely fun!

More window ideas...

2009-12-02T21:57:00.000-08:00

Option 1...

Option 2...

Actual fabric...

Missing one of the fabric choices. Thinking of making seat covers and placemats with one of the plaids.

Window covering ideas...

2009-11-04T20:14:00.000-08:00

Here are some renderings or sketches of ideas for some window coverings...

2009-10-05T17:11:00.000-07:00

There will be no photo updates for a while, due to my computer being in the shop. However, I've had some great learning experiences starting this new project. H brought up questions at our consult that I had never thought about. I was so impressed with how prepared she was. I've gone out in search for answers to her questions and have loved every minute. I hope she loves these ideas as much as I do. Did you know that they can pile one slab of granite on top of another, to make a thicker counter?

WALLPAPER.....IT'S BACK!

2009-09-03T21:33:00.000-07:00

Look what's back and better then ever! These new wallpapers come in metallics, textures, and amazing colors! They are all available at WALLS: The Colour Store in Salt Lake. Each of these examples would add there own dimension to any room. Paper the entire room or pick an accent wall, make your statement!

2009-08-29T19:45:00.000-07:00

I have a confession! Since school, probably before even, I have absolutely hated window treatments. That's always the part of the house that I'm nervous about. I made a discovery this week as to why I hate them. I search and I search and get so distressed about not finding anything I like, anything! I've gone to BB&B, JCP, K, and then checked out many millions of websites for hours on end. There are no cute, original, contemporary drapes out there, or really any style. So, in my searching, sketching, and playing around with different fabrics, I'm proud to announce I've had a change of heart. I am loving window treatments! The catch is that I only love custom window coverings. It's so much fun to put fabrics together along with some beads or some other accessory and have this awesome idea come to life.

Stay tuned for some sketches, renderings and photos in the upcoming months!

Wedding... New Experience!

2009-07-31T21:58:00.000-07:00

Designs by Pyper had a new, fun experience yesterday! A cousin of mine was getting married, and I volunteered to help. My plan was helping with the food, and that was about it. However, the wedding planner asked if I liked to display things and do stuff like that. I told her I actually do, being an interior designer that comes with the territory. So, while she worked in the room where the wedding was taking place, I got to do the entryway. I do have to say before you look at the pictures, that the entrance/lobby area of this place was a vast array of pretty much nothing with a few odds and ends of antiqued metal or a handcart. Oh, this took place at a nursery/reception center, so we were able to use any of the plants we wanted to. So, without further delay, here are the photos:

New Logo...

2009-07-23T13:11:00.000-07:00

Introducing the official logo of Designs by Pyper!!!

New Mailers...

2009-06-09T09:14:00.001-07:00

PHASE II- HOME STAGING

2009-04-28T20:50:00.000-07:00

With the housing market where it is, now is a great time to be buying a home. So, homes will be selling! Home staging is the way to go! If your home is more appealing to the potential buyer, the buyer is more likely to spend the money YOU are asking. I'm excited for this area of Designs by Pyper to take off! Contact me today!
pypernicholes@designsbypyper.com

Glam it up...

2009-04-21T15:09:00.000-07:00

Before...

After...

By just adding a little beading, adds a lot of glam to a room. Small accents!

New Advertising...

2009-04-18T20:57:00.000-07:00

See Designs by Pyper now advertised at the Ogden Athletic Club!

Kitchen...

2009-04-06T20:01:00.001-07:00

WINDOW TREATMENTS

2009-04-02T22:25:00.000-07:00

This is a board displaying some window elevations, with the existing paint and the new fabric choices! The room I designed this for already had chocolate and blush. I branched off of that bringing a little green into had another element.