Customizing your home
By Sara Martin
THE ERICKSON TRIBUNE
When it comes to interior design, many people have an idea of the “look” they want for their homes, but they are unsure how to make their ideas a reality.
Whether people have visions of granite countertops or dreams of wood floors, Custom Interiors at Eagle’s Trace can help them create the look they want at a reasonable price.
Designer expertise
“My goal is to help my clients pick the best products for their needs,” says Jeanie Bengel, custom interiors coordinator at Eagle’s Trace.
An allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers, Bengel graduated from The Art Institute of Houston and has six years’ experience as an interior designer. She is eligible for special discounts on design products, and her purchases are tax-exempt—savings she is pleased to pass on to her clients.
About half of the people Bengel works with are current Eagle’s Trace residents, and the other half are future residents who want to customize their apartment homes before they move in.
Personal consultations, quality products, and start-to-finish project supervision ensure that apartment homes reflect each individual’s personality and taste.
“I can help select paint colors or wallpaper; carpeting; wood laminate, hardwood, or tile flooring; granite or Corian countertops; flush-mount sinks; or plantation shutters,” Bengel says.
Cutting-edge upgrades
Up-to-date on the latest trends, Bengel is constantly seeking out products to add to the selections in the Custom Interiors studio. Granite sinks, new on the market last year, are a recent addition.
One of the most popular upgrades right now is converting the closet in a second bedroom to a home office. “We can add electrical outlets, task lighting, and a built-in computer desk to maximize the efficiency of the space,” Bengel says. “One of the benefits of creating a home office in a closet is that when you’re done working, you can close the door, and the room returns to a bedroom or den.”