In Living Color

Buying a house is a very personal decision. Once that decision is made, making all of your belongings work in a new space can be a real challenge. Heck, it can be downright difficult. What if nothing fits? What if the colors are all wrong now? What if the style is just not ‘you’? Making this new house a home is where an experienced, custom designer can really help bring out the ‘you’ in your new space.

Each space starts with a detail that you love - natural light, something that can be made beautiful, though the idea of beauty is most definitely in the eye of the beholder. In my experience, beauty is in the eye of the homeowner.

Take this gorgeous beach house in the panhandle of Florida right off of the 30A beach strip. To some eyes, this is a blank slate to help clear your mind while oscillating between naps and the beach. The clean white and neutral shades are a breath of salt-filled sea air.

To my client, the new homeowner, this room was a canvas to be painted. Over the course of a four day weekend, we worked together to bring this home to life! Swapping out white-on-white lamps for vibrant green beauties and starburst chandeliers. Mixing the simplicity of the existing wooden dining table with bright and sunny orange chairs. With the addition of a versatile floor runner from Flor.com, the entrance was transformed from sterile to inviting. 

The Beige Before

This home conversion didn't stop at the first floor, we completed a head to toe makeover! Incorporating existing furniture into the new design, this guest room became a joyful yet comfortable place to spend much needed time away from the daily grind. 

The Inviting After!

The addition of artwork and a fun geometric rug we give the same headboard and beautifully paneled walls a whole new look. 

Whether you are the person who prefers subdued, neutral tones or the person who must have vibrant hues in their life can reveal quite a bit about you. The science behind personal preference toward color is tied to things like personality type, mental organization, evolution and personal experience. Are you a clean, organized, focused person? You may gravitate toward clean whites and neutrals. Are you outgoing, energetic and social? Bright colors might be your lifeblood. In an evolutionary sense, blending into surroundings is beneficial for some. For others, calling attention to yourself is a way to attract others, showcase personality and build a unique place to live. 

Regardless of your preferences, every home can be personalized to fit your individuality.