We were blissfully unaware of how much we were in over our heads, but I'm so glad for that! What started as a bright red house with green shutters has since transformed into a cozy cabin with an entryway that greets us with a warm welcome.
What started as two tiny rooms with seven (SEVEN!!) doors, eventually turned into the most charming rustic room with richly textured wood walls, custom built cabinets, and the most jaw dropping basketweave brick floors.
This room is the sum of slow design. An accumulation of furniture, artwork, antiques, and textiles that I collected and made over time. Sometimes rooms take time, but the result is always worth the wait.
With low 6.5ft ceilings, a small footprint, and little natural light, we had a challenge on how to maximize the existing space. With some creative solutions, the biggest pain points became the most charming parts of the room.
While I love a white home, this room felt a little sterile - lacking depth and character. We rolled up our sleeves and focussed on building elements that added personality, functionality, and layers of interest.
