The Project
A Ryan Place transformation
Some homes whisper their history. This one shouted—and our clients were ready to turn up the volume.
Located in Fort Worth’s Ryan Place neighborhood, this nearly full gut renovation started with bold intent. The clients made it clear from day one: no playing it safe. They wanted dark, moody, and rich with story—something that leaned into dark academia instead of light and airy trends. And they gave us full creative freedom to bring that vision to life.
We preserved some of the home’s most beautiful original elements—stained glass windows, hardwood floors, interior doors, and even century-old speaking tubes (a pre-intercom relic connecting the upstairs office to the front door). Every design decision honored that layered history while pushing into bold, modern territory. From the all-over Milton & King wallpaper in the living room to the deep forest-green kitchen cabinetry, every space was dialed to dramatic.
And here’s the kicker: even with all the add-ons and design pivots, this project came in under budget. A seamless process, from design to final install.
Project completed by 6th Ave Design and 6th Ave Construction teams
The Details
Finishes used
Every paint color, tile, fixture, and material, room by room. The exact selections behind this whole-home remodel, in case you want to steal a few.
Entryway
Sherwin-Williams Inkwell high-gloss walls, glass pendant
Living Room
Full-wall Herbarium Antique wallpaper (Milton & King) in Forest Green
Flooring
Refinished and matched original hardwoods throughout main floor
Kitchen
Negresco honed stone countertops
Benjamin Moore Black Forest Green cabinetry
Black granite composite sink
Satin brass hardware and Visual Comfort lighting
Primary Bath
Green + gray tile
Freestanding tub + wall-mounted fixtures
Mixed metal finishes in champagne bronze + matte black
Fluted wall sconces
Office
Original fireplace with green tile, walls in Benjamin Moore Salamander
Family Room
Wet bar with antique mirror tile, walls in Inkwell
Laundry Room
Checkered tile, Sherwin-Williams Evergreen Fog cabinetry, original brass knobs
Kid’s Baths
One preserved with original green tile
One fully redone with Skate or Die wallpaper, leathered gray quartz, limestone tile, and Kohler brass fixtures
The Gallery
Every room, up close
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