Designing for the Sexes

Designer Michael Payne designs a living room for a couple whose taste runs from dramatic Old World-style to good, old American comfort.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple to redesign their bedroom to be both comfortable and as sophisticated as a 4-star hotel.

Designer Michael Payne works with newlyweds to decorate their living room in a style that pleases them both.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple to redecorate their spare bedroom so that it functions both as a guest room and a home office.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple on their unfinished family room. She wants to turn it into a stylish space for entertaining guests, while he wants a TV room with a large sectional.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple to design a guest room that satisfies her desire for a major makeover and his preference to make minor changes.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple on their living and dining room, satisfying her love of antiques and his preference for contemporary casual elements.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple to redesign their den and adjoining dining room.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple who can't coordinate their differing styles to redecorate their master bedroom.

Designer Michael Payne designs a home office for a couple that wants both an aviation theme and a nautical motif.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple with clashing ideas for redecorating their dining room.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple struggling to redecorate their master bedroom.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple that's anxious to start decorating their first house but can't commit to style and color for their large living room and dining room.