Favorite Spaces: Denise Fogarty's Dining Room

INTERIOR DESIGNER
Denise Fogarty, ASID
Denise Fogarty Interiors
1044 Bristol Manor Drive
314-757-1112
www.denisefogartyinteriors.com

Why she loves it:
The dining room is a very important space in interior designer Denise Fogarty’s home. It acts as a study for her son, a conference room for her meetings with sales representatives and an entertaining space for parties and get-togethers. So, when Denise decided to redo the room’s décor, she chose a bright and welcoming color palette. Bold green paint and vibrant reupholstered chairs add personality, and crisp white chandelier shades balance the room with sophisticated style. After months of eyeing artwork that didn’t quite fit with the décor of her house, Denise found a home for the pieces in her cheery new dining room. “The artwork was one of the final touches. It made the whole room feel more like the rest of my home — beachy,” says Denise.

Why the judges love it:
This room has a fresh look that’s interesting without feeling too contrived. The contrast between the dark wood and crisp, bright upholstery fabric and paint is pleasing, and the striking green walls really make the art pop. Using the strongest color on the walls was a bold choice that paid off.