Page Turner's Best Design Ideas for Any Space

The Fix My Flip host always brings fresh creativity to the table. Here, discover her best design ideas for living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms and more.

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Transform Your Home With Page

You don’t have to be flipping a home to steal some of Page Turner’s incredible ideas. Though if you’re in the flipping business, please take note. As an expert house flipper and real estate broker, Page has seen it all and knows how to create a home that’s sellable, but most importantly, livable. From her series Fix My Flip and her turn on Rock the Block, we’re counting down our favorite design ideas.

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In the Living Room: Blend Old and New Together

Look to the present and the past for a design that stands the test of time. This classic Craftsman home, built in 1929, was brimming with beautiful architectural details. First on Page’s list: Bring back the character. Her team uncovered original hardwood floors and kept the original moldings and fireplace surround. The tile had to be replaced, so Page opted for a classic pattern that fits seamlessly into the design. To update the living space, an eclectic and colorful mix of shapely furnishings establishes a welcoming and playful vibe.

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In the Living Room: Take Out a Wall

Particularly in older homes, houses can be too closed off. An open floor plan is more conducive to the modern family, who wants a place to gather even when doing separate activities. Before Page got her hands on this home, there were way too many walls dividing the rooms. Now, cooking, dining and living can all happen together. Page's tip: Load-bearing walls can stop you in your tracks on the way to an open floor plan. Here, Page found a workaround by creating a large opening in the load-bearing wall between the kitchen and living room. Now the space features a bar area for eating or working on homework.

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In the Living Room: Work Your Fireplace

Don’t let the focal point of a space fade into the background. Upon entering this 1920s cottage, the first thing you see is the fireplace, and before Page arrived, it was a bland shade of white. To make a statement, she painted the brick a dark charcoal and, for chic juxtaposition, added a cedar mantel. Open shelving beside the fireplace balances all the bold and provides a space to display trinkets.

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In the Living Room: Craft a Focal Wall

Your living room is the quintessential spot for a focal wall. Here, backlit custom shelving, complete with a ladder and a library’s worth of books, flank the soaring fireplace. A cedar-plank ceiling infuses Page and partner Mitch Glew's Rock the Block living room with warmth and adds modern dimension.

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In the Kitchen: Reconfigure Your Floor Plan

For any kitchen design, functionality is key. And when it doesn’t work, rethink it. This is exactly what Page did here. In addition to opening up the space to the adjacent living and dining rooms, she added a peninsula for extra seating. Then she rearranged all the appliances to create a smart workflow. Of course, beautiful-in-pale-blue cabinets, brass hardware and a pearly tile backsplash don’t hurt the redo one bit.

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In the Kitchen: Play Doubles

When one just isn’t enough, double up on your essentials and your luxuries. Page and Mitch brought in two islands for their high-end Rock the Block kitchen design. The choice instantly adds tons of function to the heart of the home by giving homeowners a separate prep and dining space. Each island is clad in waterfall Calacatta marble for uber opulence.

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In the Kitchen: Be Playful, Have Fun

Don’t be afraid to have a little fun, even in your practical spaces. Going for the completely unexpected, Page hangs swings at the kitchen island instead of typical barstools. For her Rock the Block house, she already had a main kitchen, so it made perfect sense to step outside the box for this additional kitchen, which is located in the fun center of the home — it's surrounded by an indoor putting green, an outdoor patio, a cozy sitting area and a kids’ play area.

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In the Bedroom: Lean Into Simplicity and Warmth

The bedroom is a retreat from the everyday hustle, and an uncluttered one is key for mental and physical rest. With ample storage, soothing and layered hues, soft fabrics and plenty of natural light, this bedroom oozes calming vibes — Page made sure of it. A striped settee not only mimics the channel tufting on the headboard but provides a spot for slipping on shoes or snuggling down with a good book.

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In the Bedroom: Add Square Footage

When your petite home is bursting at the seams (and you have a little extra acreage to take advantage of), don’t be afraid to add on to your house. This older one was full of character and had everything a homeowner could need — except for a main bedroom suite. By stealing a little bit from the backyard, Page added an extra 500 square feet to the house and created a beautiful space to begin and end each day. The best part: Those massive French doors bring in tons of natural light and allow for true indoor-outdoor living.

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In the Bathroom: Bring On the Wow Factor

Whatever your budget, whatever your style, plan for at least one statement-making element in your bathroom. We suggest pulling inspiration from this one, which has quite a few jaw-dropping moments. Floor-to-ceiling marble wraps around the shower and centers a contemporary fireplace on the freestanding soaker tub. Unseen, but no less important, Page installed radiant heat in the flooring to keep everyone’s toes toasty on cool mornings.

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From: Page Turner and Mitch Glew

In the Bathroom: Keep It Original

Hear us out. Typically, the bathroom is the last room we want to keep anything original to the home. But be sure to take a good look before you trash everything. Page convinced the homeowners to save the exposed brick wall and the claw-foot tub, adding tons of charm to this century-old home. She finished the space with classic tiling and a refined double vanity.

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In the Spare Room: Amp Up the Utility

Calling all dog lovers. Create a dog-washing station right in your laundry room to keep your furry friends clean and your sanity in check. Gorgeous marble tiles add the just-right touch of luxury to this utilitarian space, which also houses the washer, dryer, and ample open and closed storage.

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In the Spare Room: Design for What You Need

Not all spare bedrooms have to stay bedrooms. Consider what you and your family actually need to live well in your home. This empty room had tons of potential: It could've been a guest room, a nursery, a home gym, a craft room. For these homeowners, a functional yet flexible office was the best option. Plus, the addition of a bar cart, complete with a record player, is easy to pull out through the sliding doors for gatherings outside.

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In the Backyard: Think Outside of the Box, Literally

The flippers for this home were told the unusual cylindrical tank in their backyard was a bomb shelter. Though Page doubted it, she did have a great idea: Turn the space into a wine cellar. Wine-barrel staves (slats that make up the wine barrel body) line the rounded walls, bringing instant warmth and texture. A built-in bench and table create an inviting place to relax and gather with friends.

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