“In the entryway we bricked the main wall and painted it white, for a fresh, textural moment. We updated the lighting and re-used one of the clients tables from their last home (which we try to do whenever possible to minimize waste). Immediately off the entryway, is the staircase which we redesigned, widening it and simplifying the style, while adding vertical shiplap around the outside.”

“In the living room, the ceiling was initially this darker wood T&G and rather than painting it white we decided to strip it down and bleach it a few times which resulted in these really pretty lighter, more natural tones.”

“To continue the wood we added some white oak shelving and countertops on the new cabinetry around the fireplace, that we updated with a soapstone surround and a reclaimed wood mantel.”

“In this room, my favorite elements are my client’s grandmother’s tea cart, which we refinished and used as a little bar, along with all the vintage pieces and natural textures that we placed throughout to add warmth and character.”

“Through the living room you can access the guest den, which serves as a guest space and also play area for the kids. Here we designed a custom Murphy bed that looks like a pretty set of built cabinet doors and end tables.” (Pictured right.)

“We added more vertical shiplap here, and painted the whole room, including the built ins, a very dark moody green since the rest of the house is so light and bright. This color also helped to disguise the Murphy bed even more and made the whole space feel so cozy.”

“In the dining room we redid the fireplace in white brick to nod to the entryway brick, and used another reclaimed wooden mantel. I love that we went with a wooden circular table here, and brought in some texture with rushed dining chairs.”

“In the kitchen, we wanted it to feel super clean, classic and fresh, so we went with white cabinetry, marble countertops and backsplash and a big white oak island to anchor the space and to give it more of a tabletop feeling to gather around.”

We also added a little moment of pattern with a classic Tabarka tile counter to ceiling, that designates the bar area. Down the hall we kept the old style of narrow bead board leading to the mudroom & powder, which we updated as well.

“We created a kids lounge with a super deep day bed for lounging and reading, along with a homework station and storage for school supplies.”

“In the primary bedroom, we just wanted it to feel as serene as possible so we kept it very light and neutral, with a cozy upholstered bed, naturally finished wooden nightstands and a plush rug for extra comfort.”

“We added T&G painted white to the ceiling with a wooden ridge beam to keep that light rustic element consistent throughout.”

“In the primary suite, we built out a new bathroom with a his & her shower, freestanding tub and floating double vanity.”

“The client liked the idea of going dark on the floor so we chose a black limestone to install in a herringbone pattern, and kept the walls fresh and bright with organic white tiles.”