blog

September 1, 2020

KD Sorority House Tour - Living Room Redesign

KD Sorority House Tour -  Living Room Redesign

While the KD ladies may be engaging in remote learning to begin their college year, their newly styled sorority house is anxiously awaiting their arrival...glittering with updates!

The Sigma Iota Chapter of Kappa Delta on the University of Washington campus was overdue for a refresh. Lemme tell you...their living room furnishings in their Formal had definitely been loved! And, their co-ed space was not only outdated, it was not properly suited for over a hundred young ladies and their guests.

Incorporating their sorority colors, adding functional performance to each piece and giving their first floor a new vibe was our goal. I was given the task of appeasing 130 active members while catering to thousands of alumnae steeped in tradition! 

The result is breath-taking! I am obsessed with the color story, just enough of everything! In the co-ed room we created a Pacific Northwest feel, adding gorgeous artwork and playing off the paint colors with our textiles. We have increased the seating arrangements while keeping both rooms easy to navigate. I can not WAIT for the girls to enjoy it!

Let us help style your space, schedule a Furniture & Styling Consultation today.

For more information on our Commercial Interior Design Services, click here.

Kappa Delta Sorority
made it effortless

NO CHALLENGE TOO TOUGH! Kappa Delta Sorority on the University of Washington campus was in need of a formal living room make-over. The massive space offered multiple design challenges ..., but we made a three-fold request of Tanna: make a 100-year old colonial structure appeal to, and fit, the demands of the active collegiate women’s lifestyle without losing its sense of tradition, and in the process, make it stand out from 18 other campus sororities! And it all had to be accomplished in a very tight turnaround.I personally couldn’t get my head around it, but Tanna saw the possibilities immediately and her enthusiasm was infectious. Most appreciated in the whole process was that she LISTENED, to the Corporation Board’s need for a long-term, timeless solution ... From the get-go, Tanna took charge. She communicated a complete design and plan and she managed the ENTIRE process. She literally made it effortless ...Tanna, a consummate problem-solver and visionary.I couldn’t recommend TANNA BY DESIGN more highly!

Maurine J. KAPPA DELTA SORORITY

About UW Kappa Delta

Our Vision

Kappa Delta Sorority provides experiences that build confidence in women and inspire them to action through the power of lifelong friendship.

Our Mission

Kappa Delta Sorority is a national organization for women committed to: encouraging members to live with integrity and honor in the bonds of lifelong friendship; building confidence in members to excel in college and throughout their lives; inspiring members to be active leaders, responsible citizens and engaged members of the community; and providing opportunities and experiences that foster personal and professional growth for a lifetime. Click here to meet some notable Kappa Deltas.

From the Archives

The UW Kappa Delta ‘Formal Living Room’ designed in the 60’s. The gold striped wallpaper, turquoise carpeting throughout and a big white crescent couch reigned until 2010. Picture provided by Ginger Whelan, class of '67.

Kappa Delta 1966
Kappa Delta 1966

Sigma Tau PC84

AOT, Tanna

My daughter and I are both KD’s from Washington State University, so this was a VERY special project. Reuniting with college life, feeling at home surrounded by Kappa Delta sisters and knowing exactly what the women needed, made this project so magical and rewarding!!

Angelos of Kappa Delta Magazine Over Summer 1987
ON THE COVER
Summer 1987: Shelly Borneman Wilkinson and Tanna Pulse Edler during Sigma Tau-Washington State's "KΔ County Fair" skit.

Tanna Pulse Edler and Susy Babcock Breneman
Susy Babcock Breneman (left) andTanna Pulse Edler (right) at Kappa Delta Pledge Day on August 20, 1985


Before
shop this look
Want more?
We styled the room, now all you have to do is start shopping. It's so easy!
Shop This Look
Kappa Delta Living Room Before
Kappa Delta Living Room BefoKappa Delta Living Room Beforere
AFTER
Transitional Living Room Design
Transitional Living Room Design
Transitional Living Room Design
Transitional Living Room Design Gold Chandelier
Transitional Dining Room Design
Green Table Top Decor
Transitional Living Room Design
Transitional Living Room Design
Transitional Living Room Design
No items found.

Shop This Sophisticated Living Room

We styled the room, now all you have to do is start shopping!

Similar Pieces to Buy

MORE MUST HAVES

Others interior decor pieces we used to style the space

A fav chandelier, perfect for a dining setting

the perfect furry pop of color

we love the nod to the pacific northwest

so glamorous...one of our very favorites

the perfect wrap to cozy up on the couch

the perfect tray for drinks & snacks

every sofa needs a side kick

SHOP OUR LIVING ROOM FAVS ON AMAZON

Furnishing Favorites
Farmhouse Living Room
Amazon Off-White Decor
Amazon Neutral Natural Decor

More Posts

Related Articles

2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Interior Design for Every Style

2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Interior Design for Every Style

November 8, 2024

Our annual Live Easy Holiday Gift Guide is back and it's EARLY! We wanted to give you a jump on the holiday season with a shopping list of ideas from our most popular design projects!

Read more
Tanna Edler Awarded 2024 'Designer of the Year' by Interior Design Society

Tanna Edler Awarded 2024 'Designer of the Year' by Interior Design Society

October 17, 2024

Tanna By Design is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the best website and social media presence by the Interior Design Society.

Read more
Creating a Cozy Home with a Rustic Modern Living Space

Creating a Cozy Home with a Rustic Modern Living Space

September 9, 2024

There's something inherently comforting about rustic design—the warmth of natural materials, the charm of weathered finishes, and the timeless appeal of cozy, lived-in spaces.

Read more
Read more
Shop our Rustic Modern Reno project, an old farmhouse transformed into a stunning rustic modern abode with an open floor concept.
GET THE LIST