Candace Donnell’s first question to clients is always “How do you plan to use this space?” As the executive director of Design Studio Interior Solutions in Boulder, all Donnell’s design plans stem from the response. The living room seen here is a perfect example: “Our homeowner wanted a comfortable space for his family to gather and watch movies and sports—especially football—with a newly conceived fireplace to create a cozy feeling,” she says. “The fireplace can be a great focal point for any room as long as the needs of the homeowner are addressed. The design should then blend with the style and scheme of the home.”

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