For the past 10 years, Wanda Brown, CEO/director of interior design for Wanda Brown Interior Design in West Bloomfield, has been helping the McAdory family enhance their Rochester Hills home. “We’ve gone room by room,” Brown says about the ongoing remodel, which began with the lower level and continued with projects like the daughters’ bedrooms and Jack and Jill bathroom, now used as a guest suite. “They’re looking forward to having grandkids stay there someday,” Brown says.
Another recent redo in the 4,600-square-foot house was the master bedroom, which reflects the couple’s passion for travel. “They wanted the space to feel like their oasis,” Brown says about her clients, Machelle and Randall McAdory. Machelle’s penchant for purple appears in the lavender tones that were incorporated in a soothing capacity, without making the space overly feminine.
A convenient seating area joins a custom headboard and TV console in the master suite, which evolved as the couple’s lifestyle needs changed. “We wanted a space where we could spend a lot of time,” Machelle says. “We’re both big readers, and we can sit and read or watch TV.” Custom storage, like the tall cabinets that incorporate a window seat and hold handbags and shoes, was one of the suite’s practical updates.
His-and-hers sinks on opposite walls create personal space in the master bathroom. “It looked like a little cave, and they also had a big jet tub, but they wanted a freestanding feel,” Brown says. The new shower and tub are surrounded by spa-like colors that complement the bedroom. A decorative paint finish contributes to the peaceful atmosphere.
“Machelle likes simple, clean lines with nice details,” Brown continues. “Her style tends to be more transitional, but some elements of the home are traditional, depending on the room. It’s a really nice family home.”
The kitchen serves the family well, with an island that has comfortable bar stools and USB ports. “Machelle works from home and likes to work in the kitchen. She wanted it to be the hub of the house. Now she says it’s become the heart of their home,” Brown asserts.
The couple has ample room to cook together and enjoys their meals at a table that can seat the whole family, which was important to them. “Whenever their kids and their friends are there, everybody’s in that kitchen,” Brown says. Other updates include hardwood floors and a built-in TV that gets plenty of use.
Another popular spot is the remodeled living room, which has been filled with comfortable seating and personal pieces. Of note is a wall of framed photographs that were taken by Randall McAdory. The works showcase famous buildings and monuments the couple has visited during their travels around the world.
“When they were stuck at home, they didn’t even mind,” Brown says. “It’s been a great experience working with the family, getting to know them, and helping them bring their vision to life. We started back in 2010 and we’ve completed a dozen rooms, but we’re not done yet.”
The couple, who now has three grown children, has lived in the house since their oldest was still in elementary school. “We should have gotten Wanda from the start,” Machelle says. “We did the lower level first because we wanted a kids’ room, where they could go with their friends. We always wanted to be the house everyone comes to and enjoys.”
Soon after the lower level was completed, the home office and family room were updated. “We wanted a nice space for us to be able to gather, as well as our kids,” Machelle adds. “They got theirs, and then it just went on and on.”
Brown understands the couple’s taste so well, she became a design consultant for their oldest daughter’s upcoming wedding. “She’s been instrumental in the look and feel and tone of the day,” Machelle says.
“Wanda is brilliant at deciphering what you really want versus what you say. Our goal is to have livable space, not just a showplace. Everything has been designed with usefulness and family friendly rooms in mind. We love entertaining, and we always want to have a very welcoming vibe,” she says. “We’re very pleased with the way all the projects came out. The house is nice for everyone. We don’t feel like people are hesitant to get comfortable, and that’s important to me.”
HEIRLOOM TREASURES
Gather ’Round: A dining room set, above, passed down to Randall McAdory from his mother, who inherited it from his grandmother, is well over 100 years old. “It has very sentimental value,” designer Wanda Brown says. Her challenge was to make the more ornate pieces — including a refractory pedestal table and five of the set’s original 12 chairs — suit the updated space. The solution involved finding the perfect blend of past meets present, with new host and hostess chairs, and contemporary accents like art and lighting. “We wanted it to look as current as it could,” Brown says. — JM
BUYER’S GUIDE
INTERIOR DESIGNER
Wanda Brown, NCIDQ, Wanda Brown Interior Design, West Bloomfield, wandabrowndesigns.com
BATHROOM, MASTER
Bathtub – Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, Troy
Cabinetry – Medallion Cabinetry, Wanda Brown Interior Design, West Bloomfield
Countertop – Quartz Stone, World Stone Group, Farmington Hills
Flooring – Cercan Tile Showroom, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Mirror – Custom, Bruce White Galleries, Clawson
Shower Glass, Panels, and Door – Rain- Style Glass Shower Door, The Shower Door Store, Rochester Hills
Tile, Accent Border Shower – Jeffrey Court, Beaver Tile & Stone, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Tile, Large-Scale Shower – Cercan Tile Showroom, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Wall Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Realist Beige
Window Shades – Shangri-la Blinds, Comfortex, Royal Crest, Oak Park
Window Valance – Custom, JF Fabrics, Decoroom, Utica
The homeowners wanted their master bedroom to feel like their oasis.
BEDROOM, MASTER
Armchairs – Century Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Bed Frame – Custom, ANA Woodwork Studio, Ferndale
Bedding – Custom, Wanda Brown Interior Design, West Bloomfield; Fabric, Robert Allen Duralee
Bench – Custom, California Closets, Birmingham; Cushion Fabric, Next Wave in Peri Sky, Old World Weavers, Stark Carpet, Troy
Blinds – Shangri-la Blinds, Comfortex, Royal Crest, Oak Park
Cabinets, Storage – Custom, California Closets, Birmingham
Ceiling Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Diverse Beige
Chests, Bedside – Lexington Home Brands, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Drapery – Custom, JF Fabrics, Decoroom, Utica
Flooring – Stark Carpet, Troy
Lamps, Bedside – Curry & Co., RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Stark Carpet, Troy
Table, Circular End – RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Wall Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Perfect Greige
DINING ROOM
Accessories – Curated by Wanda Brown Interior Design
Art – Original Mark Wolak (Mount Clemens) Contemporary Acrylic on Canvas Abstract Painting (above buffet), TRA
Art Group, Clawson
Carpet – Stark Carpet, Troy
Chairs, Host and Hostess – Marge Carson Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Chandelier – Visual Comfort Lighting, City Lights Detroit, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Drapery – Fabric, Pindler, Created by Decoroom, Michigan Design Center, Troy
FOYER
Bench – Century Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Drapery – Custom, Kravet Fabric, Decoroom, Utica
Flooring – Custom, Chelsea Wood Floors, 5-inch Plank Red Oak, Michigan Hardwood Distributors, Wixom
Rug – Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Hickory Oriental Rugs, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Wall Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Softer Tan; Trim, Greek Villa
KITCHEN
Appliances – Wolf/Sub-Zero, Sargent Appliance, Rochester
Backsplash – Beveled Subway Tile, Beige, Cento H Matte, Genesee Ceramic Tile, Farmington Hills
Backsplash, Cooktop – Robert Kuo Carved Stone Tile, Wasabi, Ann Sacks, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Blinds – Hunter Douglas Panel Track and Roller Shades, Huntington Window Fashions, Oak Park
Cabinets – Dynasty by Omega, Acorn Kitchen & Bath, Pontiac
Ceiling Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Dirty Martini
Counter Stools – Fairfield, Decoroom, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Countertop, Island – Cambria and Mineral Quartz, Kohler Signature Store, Birmingham
Countertop, White – Quartz Stone, World Stone Group, Farmington Hills
Drapery – Custom, Decoroom, Utica
Faucets – Hansgrohe, Advance Plumbing & Heating Supply Co., Walled Lake
Flooring – Custom, Chelsea Wood Floors, Michigan Hardwood Distributors, Wixom
Fruit Bowl (counter) – Curated by Wanda Brown Interior Design, West Bloomfield
Fruit Bowl (table) – Brass Bowl, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Light Bulbs – Soraa Vivid LED 2700 Kelvin, Ray Electric, Novi
Lighting, Island – Lighting Resource Studio, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Stool Back – Kravet, Kravet/Lee Jofa/Brunschwig & Fils, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Stool Seat – Leather-Look Vinyl, Newt, Kravet, Kravet/Lee Jofa/Brunschwig & Fils, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Table and Chairs, Dining – Saloom Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Topper Fabric – Kravet/Lee Jofa/Brunschwig & Fils, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Vases – Curated by Wanda Brown Interior Design, West Bloomfield
Wall Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Tumblin’ Tumbleweed
Window Toppers – Custom, Decoroom, Utica
LIVING ROOM
Armchairs – Caracole Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy; Fabric, Pindler
Artwork – RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Bench – Century Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Cabinet, China – Vanguard Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Ceiling Paint – Sherwin-Williams, Softer Tan
Draperies – Custom, Decoroom, Utica
Flooring – Hand-Knotted Wool Rug, Stark Carpet, Troy
Lamp, Floor – Visual Comfort, City Lights Detroit, Michigan Design Center, Troy
Lamp, Table – RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Pillows, Sofa Accent – Custom, Marge Carson Fabrics, Royalty Crest Fabric
Rug – Stark Carpet, Troy
Sofa – Century Furniture, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Table, End – Lexington Home Brands, RJ Thomas Ltd., Michigan Design Center, Troy
Wall Paint (and trim) – Sherwin-Williams, Macadamia
Window Valance – Custom, Decoroom, Utica; Fabric, Mushroom, Pindler
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