How We Transformed a Workspace into a Cozy Christmas Wonderland
When our clients decided to go all out for Christmas this year, we knew it had to be something truly special. After a challenging year and with loved ones finally on the road to recovery, it felt like the perfect opportunity to bring everyone together and create a celebration to remember. With over 20 guests on the list, the solution was to transform one of the guest’s workspaces into a festive haven big enough to host everyone under one roof.
Enter us.
The goal was simple: turn this space into a cozy, magical Christmas setting that radiated warmth and charm. After visiting the venue, we knew we had to lean into its Victorian design and opted for a traditional yet luxurious colour scheme of deep greens, rich golds, and elegant burgundies.
Creating a Christmas Focal Point
The skylight immediately caught our eye as the perfect feature to highlight. We suspended lush garlands adorned with baubles, oversized red and gold ornaments, and twinkling fairy lights to create a stunning centerpiece that drew everyone’s gaze upward.
Dressing the Details
The picture rail surrounding the room was transformed with pine garlands and more fairy lights, weaving in that extra festive sparkle. But it was the fireplace—ornate and beautifully detailed—that became the true showstopper.
For the mantel, we designed a full, lush garland dripping with baubles, cinnamon sticks, berries, dried orange slices, and twinkling lights. Above the mirror, we hung a large statement wreath with matching details, tying the entire look together. Inside the fireplace, we created a winter wonderland with silver birch plinths, candles, snow, and berries for an added touch of magic.
The Christmas Trees
Three Christmas trees completed the look. The main tree, a grand real pine, was dressed with an abundance of baubles, lights, bright red poinsettias, and velvet bows. The two additional trees flanked the fireplace, packed with decorative ornaments and fairy lights to enhance the symmetry and drama of the room.
Turning Challenges into Design Features
One unique challenge was the two large noticeboards flanking the fireplace. Since they couldn’t be removed, we draped them in rich burgundy velvet fabric, creating the effect of opulent curtains. This not only concealed the boards but also added to the grandeur and drama of the design.
The Perfect Festive Tablescape
Finally, the pièce de résistance: the dining table. We crafted a lush spruce garland that ran the length of the table, decorated with baubles, berries, and fairy lights, all tied off with vintage brass candlesticks and red velvet bows. Gold-rimmed glass charger plates, matching dinner plates, and deep green napkins created an elegant base for the place settings, each personalized with a velvet bow for a thoughtful touch. The addition of cut glassware elevated the look further, adding a sense of sophistication and refinement.
The Result?
A stunning transformation that made this workspace feel like the epitome of Christmas warmth and celebration. The family gathered in a setting filled with love, light, and festive joy—a true testament to the magic of the season.
Ready to create your own Christmas wonderland? Let us make your vision a reality.
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