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Pro Spotlight: Get a Gorgeous Home Designed for Family Fun
A Utah County designer shares how to create a backdrop for happy times with loved ones
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Who: Heather Osmond of Osmond Designs
Where: Lehi, Utah
In her own words: “A beautiful home is about so much more than textbook design principles; it’s a reflection of you and your family and of your hopes, dreams and wishes.”
Imagine a stylish, welcoming house buzzing with children, pets and happy chatter, where no one is worried about marring the marble. It’s perfect for board game marathons, big dinners and movie nights — and it’s a very popular home design request in Utah.
“Utah is known for large families and family values,” says Heather Osmond, who owns Osmond Designs, with a showroom in Lehi and an outlet in Orem. The designer helps her clients create pretty, warm spaces ideal for family life.
Where: Lehi, Utah
In her own words: “A beautiful home is about so much more than textbook design principles; it’s a reflection of you and your family and of your hopes, dreams and wishes.”
Imagine a stylish, welcoming house buzzing with children, pets and happy chatter, where no one is worried about marring the marble. It’s perfect for board game marathons, big dinners and movie nights — and it’s a very popular home design request in Utah.
“Utah is known for large families and family values,” says Heather Osmond, who owns Osmond Designs, with a showroom in Lehi and an outlet in Orem. The designer helps her clients create pretty, warm spaces ideal for family life.
A serendipitous start. Born and raised in Utah, Osmond fell in love with furniture design and interior design at an early age. She went to the Parade of Homes — a design showcase — with her parents every year and “absolutely loved seeing what was out there,” she says.
Osmond moved into real estate during college and quickly found she had a knack for staging homes. Soon other agents were hiring her to transform their clients’ houses, and she found that she had a business on her hands.
Osmond moved into real estate during college and quickly found she had a knack for staging homes. Soon other agents were hiring her to transform their clients’ houses, and she found that she had a business on her hands.
It’s about the people. “My favorite thing about my job is the people and the friendships that I make,” Osmond says. She believes that everyone should love their home, and understands that the definition of an ideal space differs from family to family. “I’m really passionate and purposeful about what I’m doing and who I’m doing it for,” Osmond says. “My goal is to try to make each client’s home the happiest place on earth for them.”
Ready to create a home tailored to your family? Read Osmond’s tips below.
Ready to create a home tailored to your family? Read Osmond’s tips below.
1. Make It Personal
Design a home that fits you and your family to a T. “Try to find lots of fun things that relate to your family so your home really reflects their tastes and their loves,” Osmond says. If you want to mix some trendy statements with your tried-and-true pieces, she recommends selecting less-expensive items you can easily swap out later.
She created the bright, welcoming entryway seen here for clients in Lehi. The family loves the color turquoise and wanted lots of natural light. Osmond started with the vibrant wool rug and brought in a mix of geometric shapes to add elements of fun.
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Design a home that fits you and your family to a T. “Try to find lots of fun things that relate to your family so your home really reflects their tastes and their loves,” Osmond says. If you want to mix some trendy statements with your tried-and-true pieces, she recommends selecting less-expensive items you can easily swap out later.
She created the bright, welcoming entryway seen here for clients in Lehi. The family loves the color turquoise and wanted lots of natural light. Osmond started with the vibrant wool rug and brought in a mix of geometric shapes to add elements of fun.
See more of this project
2. Make It Durable
Choose fabrics that can withstand the day-to-day wear and tear of children and pets, and still look lovely. “There are so many beautiful fabrics that have stain-resistant qualities,” Osmond says. She suggests using easy-to-clean materials such as wool, chenille and certain velvets.
Osmond created the kid-friendly living room in Sandy seen here using stylish yet durable materials. The sturdy wool rug and natural wood ottoman will last for years, while the leather sofa can be easily wiped down. Stain-resistant pillows round out the space.
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Choose fabrics that can withstand the day-to-day wear and tear of children and pets, and still look lovely. “There are so many beautiful fabrics that have stain-resistant qualities,” Osmond says. She suggests using easy-to-clean materials such as wool, chenille and certain velvets.
Osmond created the kid-friendly living room in Sandy seen here using stylish yet durable materials. The sturdy wool rug and natural wood ottoman will last for years, while the leather sofa can be easily wiped down. Stain-resistant pillows round out the space.
See more of this project
3. Make It Open
Create an inviting, airy kitchen and family room to encourage gathering and entertaining. “These rooms are the heart of the home; they’re where memories are made and important conversations happen,” Osmond says. She suggests mixing painted surfaces with stained woods to provide a nice contrast and a sense of warmth.
The open kitchen and family room seen here make for a welcoming gathering spot in this Park City vacation home. The clients love to entertain, and wanted plenty of space and seating options; they also requested bright, fun colors. The sliding doors in the kitchen and family room lead to a patio filled with cushy seats, so parties can spill outside during the warmer months.
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More: For more information on Heather Osmond and examples of her work, visit Osmond Designs’ Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
Create an inviting, airy kitchen and family room to encourage gathering and entertaining. “These rooms are the heart of the home; they’re where memories are made and important conversations happen,” Osmond says. She suggests mixing painted surfaces with stained woods to provide a nice contrast and a sense of warmth.
The open kitchen and family room seen here make for a welcoming gathering spot in this Park City vacation home. The clients love to entertain, and wanted plenty of space and seating options; they also requested bright, fun colors. The sliding doors in the kitchen and family room lead to a patio filled with cushy seats, so parties can spill outside during the warmer months.
See more of this project
More: For more information on Heather Osmond and examples of her work, visit Osmond Designs’ Houzz profile.
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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