Designing for the Sexes

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple that has conflicting ideas for their family room, from comfortable and kid-friendly to formal for entertaining.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple who can't agree on their living room. He wants to decorate with 1950s style and furnishings, while she wants something classier.

Empty nesters want to redecorate their guest bedroom, but can't find common ground. She likes frilly and sweet, while he prefers sensible and useful.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple disagreeing over the design of their living room. She wants more overstuffed furniture, while he wants to start over with traditional pieces.

Designer Michael Payne designs a bedroom for a little boy that pleases both parents, who have differing design ideas.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple whose design ideas for their living room range from a Spanish hacienda to something more traditional.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple on their family room. He wants a sectional sofa, while she envisions a grouping of chairs for entertaining guests.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple with different ideas for their family room. She wants something glamorous and sophisticated while he wants a family-friendly casual look.

Designer Michael Payne comes up with a master bedroom design to please a couple that disagrees over the amount of color and drama in the room.

Designer Michael Payne comes up with a kitchen remodel design for homeowners with different design aesthetics.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple divided between traditional and Craftsman-style design for their home addition.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple whose ideas for their living room range from bold colors to tranquil tones.

Designer Michael Payne works with a couple on their family room. He wants it to be fun and funky, but she wants a room fit for a magazine cover.