Homestead

I started this job in 2023 with a couple that I adore dearly. I had a fairly empty canvas that contained a sectional, dining table / chairs, a coffee table that needed to be replaced, and some accessories. I began this project with the mindset to go one room at a time. This worked great for my clients because they could budget everything out given the amount of rooms they wanted to get done. They have an earth tone color pallet with a little western twist to their style. She requested I incorporate barns, horses, and cattle into the design of their space. Being that the main living space is an open floorplan, I treated the living, dining and kitchen as one room.

Their shelves were a fun change for me. A simple layout with big windows to let in lots of natural light. She asked me to style them in a way that didn’t block the window too much so light can still flow in. I had agreed that I didn’t want to block this feature as well so I got to work.

When I found these barn pieces, I instantly knew they would be perfect. They tied in perfectly with the aesthetic I wanted to achieve. Additionally, these pieces allowed me to incorporate a rustic red similar to an old barn. I used this color in the vase on the coffee table and with the pillows.

When I moved to the kitchen, I needed to ensure everything I put into this space was functional. It was important to me to incorporate pieces they already owned and loved.

On these shelves, The lamb art, wood boards, mugs, black riser, and aloe plant were pieces I incorporated. This spaces is mainly for looks for them. That made it easier to style without limitation to how items will be used and displayed for ease.

Between the entry and the first guest bedroom (which we will get to next), I can’t decide which is my favorite. The largest wall space in this entry was this corner. They initially had a small console along the wall with baskets. Every time I walked into this space, I felt it would be perfect for a unique twist. I was eager to use a round table. I’ve seen round tables floating in the middle of an entry or in the corner nook by stairs. Though this space had neither of those features, it had a nook big enough for a bistro table that was the perfect size to substitute and entry way console. To keep it functional and personal, I added an ottoman for people to sit and incorporated a picture of my clients daughter. The rug, leather tubing on the ottoman, and Sense of Place book tie in the brown, cream, and rustic red colors from the barn pieces in the living room.

For the first guest bedroom, she wanted it to feel inviting and fitting for both men and women. Her only request was a low profile bed and to incorporate the painting of the sheep. A trick I like to use when matching colors is to hold my pantone up to the art to find the main color theme for the room. I then carry the swatches with me when I source bedding and pillows.

I wanted to keep the bed simple but layered to make it warm enough for those visiting. That way, the art could be the focal piece and the bed compliments it. I needed something to make the room more functional but won’t be a in the way when visitors stay. A simple bench and mirror combo adds a place to sit to put your shoes on and check your outfit before you head out the door.

When I started planning the second guest room, I was inspired by the art above the console. It has a small touch of terracotta that matches the quilt on the bed. I proposed the idea of terracotta bedding and to my surprise, she loved it. I was so excited. I used my trick with the paint swatches again and started pulling everything together. I was able to reuse the console that was originally in the entry. It fit perfect between the windows and added a nice touch to the wall given it was a smaller room. With the positioning of the house, this room doesn’t get much light to brighten it up. I selected a lighter rug to reflect that light off the floor. It has earth tones that tie in with the rest of the house and speckles of terracotta that made it a perfect match for this room. The brass handles bring warmth to the black nightstands and tie in the brass mirrors and brass box on the console. The mirrors serve three key elements: they reflect light back into the room, help fill the wall space without competing with the art, and provide you a good selfie when you need one. I was concerned that the sheets and quilt wouldn’t be enough to keep someone warm during the colder months. I also wanted the bed to feel inviting so I put a plain lightweight comforter under the quilt to added the fluffy feel and an extra layer of warmth.