Frances Herrera

Frances Herrera is a NYC based designer and "whether she is designing a modern, contemporary or traditional space, her philosophy remains the same, to create comfortable, livable spaces with an understated and sophisticated edge". She sent us along some before and after photos showcasing her incredible transformation of the living/dining area, kitchen and bathroom of a NYC apartment. She's got such a great eye, and this contemporary redo is proof. (Thanks for sharing with us Frances!)

Comments

[The TownhouseLady]

I was totally on board and loving it until I saw that she'd removed the highly coveted original floor tiles in the bathroom. Those are so beautiful and classic NY.

Was the same tile used in the kitchen and bath?

[BritZh]

I'd love to get the source for the bathroom vanity/sink combo. Really like it!

[midcenturyjo]

It's the artwork in the living room that's got me excited!

[Anonymous]

No, no, no!! She took all the charm out of that apartment. How could someone tear out that beautiful bathroom tile? and the charming keyhole framing the kitchen? There is nothing unique or interesting about what she's done here.

[Slices of Beauty...]

Beautiful art work!

[Anonymous]

I think that keeping the tiles is what it's not original. don't you think? You see those everywhere.

[The TownhouseLady]

Those floor tiles certainly are. The wall tiles, probably not. They would have been the squared edge subway tile if they were installed at the same time as those floor tiles.

Those floor tiles have been remanufactured by a few companies and have regained popularity.

[paula]

love the clean lines in the kitchen. very lovely.

[KimRo]

I just dig the before and after shots...

[♥ Katie]

Haha, I have already got my ideas for my bedroom and now I think my bathroom is due a make over, this interior is beautiful! xx

[Anonymous]

Townhouse Lady--not necessarily true on the wall tiles. It depends on how old the bathroom is. In the '30s, square tiles were often used with black trim just like that. I'd bet all that tile was laid at the same time.

[iheartkiwi]

i totally love a great before and after piece... the transformation is amazing!