When it comes to decorating your backyard, the Novogratz say, “Less is best.” “The more space you leave open, the bigger it looks,” says Cortney Novogratz in the eighth episode of PEOPLE’s home design web series, The Castle Next Door. RELATED: Watch Every Episode of The Castle Next Door: The Novogratz Family Take Hollywood “Whether it’s a table for two or a table for ten, if you choose a place in your yard to hang out,” she says, “you will go there.” For the outdoor furniture for their renovated castle in the Hollywood Hills, Bob and his daughters Bellamy and Tallulah, 17, and their friend Josie head to Dedon in West Hollywood, California. “After months of construction we’re at the fun part which is picking out beautiful furniture: swinging baskets, tables, chaise lounges,” says Bob. RELATED: A Beginner’s Guide to Buying Antiques From the Novogratz Family The group eventually decides on a white, rectangular dining table with blue and white wicker chairs, hanging woven baskets and a gorgeous swinging chair.

“Its important for us to be involved in the outdoor furniture because were going to be spending a lot of time outside, like hanging out and lounging by the pool,” says Tallulah. Adds Bellamy: “This is probably the best part of the process of decorating your home because it’s now just all the little details that will make our home perfect.”Elastic Dining Chair Seat CoversChip and Jo were excited to tackle “The House on the River” for their clients, a newly married blended family of nine. Budget Blinds GalleryWhile most of the client’s kids were gone or in school, the couple still wanted a place that felt like a retreat, yet still had enough space for their kids to come stay. Shower Curtains With Snap On LinerThis dated home needed fresh life breathed into it, and Joanna set her hands to work.

She hoped to transform this dated spec house into a beautiful new home on the river for her clients. First, Joanna updated the exterior paint, added new wood accents, designed new landscaping, and installed a new front door. Inside, the client wanted her kitchen to transition smoothly into a larger living space. Chip and Jo gutted the kitchen, installed new cabinets and a backsplash, and included a new set of french doors to bring in more natural light. The clients selected a Honed Brazilian black granite for the countertops, and Joanna used a 3 by 6 ivory tumbled stone for the backsplash. Joanna also incorporated authentic bead board to the ceiling to add some dimension and interest. Joanna warmed up the living room by adding new stone to the fireplace, installing a bar top in the kitchen, and including large wooden beams. She added warm colors and dark floors to create contrast instead of the previous vanilla walls. The walls in the living spaces were all painted gray.

Joanna loves to incorporate older pieces and architecture to make a room seem more cozy and inviting. The master bedroom was updated with new windows, creating another beautiful view of the river and adding more warmth and natural light to the space. The bathroom was divided into two separate baths, giving the family an extra bathroom for guests. There was an existing large cement carport in the backyard that the clients wanted to transform into an outdoor dining space. Clint from Harp Design Co built a 14 foot farm table for the family to gather around. The outdoor dining area is covered and overlooks the river, making it an ideal place to host guests. The biggest transformation happened in the original garage of the house. The couple wanted to add a bunk room for their children to stay in, so Chip and Jo converted the garage into liveable square footage. The new bunk room included all new plumbing and electricity and became a perfect space for their kids. The walls were painted gray and Joanna installed custom bunk beds using industrial piping.

The end result produced a functional and comfortable space for the client’s older children to stay. This dated house was transformed into a retreat style space that now fits the needs of their clients and their wonderful family. The simple, soft colors and details created an environment for the couple to retreat in that is strategically placed on the Brazos River. Chip and Jo hope this space will be a place for the family to enjoy being together and making many memories to come! Photos by Rachel Whyte PhotographyDESIGN TIPS & STORIES DESIGN TIPS & STORIES ©2015 Candice Olson, Inc.   Website Design & Development: Sabrina Landers Design   |   Hunter Douglas Smart Shades Savings EventReceive a $150 rebate or more on select purchases now through September 12, 2016. Ask your design consultant for further details. Bed of the Month- Save up to $800! Limited time savings on this amazing Sleep Technology. Save up to $800 on the Spring Air Hybrid Flex Naples Plush mattress.

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