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DINING ROOM:
When a dining room seems just a little
plain, why not give it a complete makeover? Greg Beaupre
paneled the walls and constructed a built-in buffet of
riff-sawn oak. He reused the original stained glass from the
room, but gave the custom cabinet a modern upgrade with the
installation of a wine bar. Earthy hues such as a peanut brown
and mossy green accentuate the beauty of the woodwork and
create a simple backdrop for the prairie-inspired dining room
set and chandelier. Artwork and accessories are once again
carefully selected and placed to create a modest interior.
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Greg and Sabine Beaupre couldn’t
resist their 1911 Craftsmen-style Wauwatosa home, and since they moved
in four years ago they have continued to transform the home, honoring
the details of this simplistic style. While the woodwork in the house
is a dominant design feature, a nature-inspired palette of colors and
materials helps complete the décor. As owner of woodworking company
Willow Designs, Greg Beaupre’s craftsmanship throughout the home has
made it a showcase of his talents. No wonder he has been working on
projects throughout his neighborhood as well. "It’s all about
the little things, the ‘wouldn’t it be cool, if…’
things," says Beaupre. "I like to add the little details to
make it original and different."
 LIVING
ROOM:
While the focal point of most living rooms is the fireplace, in the
Beaupre household this dominant feature becomes a work of art. Greg
Beaupre re-created a mantel, addressing both the structure and the
craftsman-style aesthetic. He used a combination of quarter-sawn oak
for the panel details and sliced oak for the framing. Iron work from
an estate sale and porcelain tile insets created by the family add to
the appeal of this focal point. A clean, neutral palette and Art and
Crafts-inspired furnishings add to the rich wood tones of the room,
while upholstery selections offer colorful accents — as well as
subtle textures and patterns. Artwork and accessories are the
finishing touches that add character to the home without creating
clutter. "We like things simple, uncluttered and earthy,"
describes Sabine Beaupre. "You don’t get tired of it; it’s
nature. You just don’t get bored with nature."
 POWDER
ROOM:
In the powder room, new wood paneling was painted white and
accented above with a refreshing green hue. A cherry custom cabinet
and vanity provide needed storage, and a simple wood-framed mirror and
copper vessel sink are signature finishing touches in this space.
 KITCHEN:
Everything has its place in this kitchen, but it is not seen by
visitors, as the Beaupres want every item tucked away and out of
sight. "I like to hide everything," says Greg Beaupre. What
was previously an all-white 1980s-style décor was returned, again by
the hands of Beaupre, to a craftsman-style space. The rich wood tones
create a warm glow in this room and the basic cabinet and moulding
style achieves a simple and clean aesthetic. Stainless steel
appliances offer a modern contrast to the décor, while other
panel-faced appliances blend into the cabinetry. The wooden backdrop
directs attention to the finishing touches in the room, the slate
mosaic backsplash, stained travertine countertops and sleek light
fixture. "Cabinets can be like art," says Beaupre. "A
kitchen is not just for cooking; you should enjoy looking at it."
 MASTER
BEDROOM
The master bedroom offers a bright palette of gold and white, which
serves as a clean backdrop for the four-poster bed and companion
furnishings. The rich wood tones of the furniture add to the warmth of
this bright palette while leaf-patterned bedding infuses colorful
accents of crimson and moss green. Sheer draperies soften the abundant
natural light that floods the interior, creating a peaceful space for
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