Not Just Any Ole' Farmhouse

*This post was originally published on June 1, 2019.

Here we are again, another project that we've been dying to share with you all! And, now we can finally reveal this beauty.

First, I want to thank the always talented Kristin Vanzant for photographing this truly one-of-a-kind project. I also want to thank American Farmhouse Style & Owensboro Living for featuring this home! Words cannot express our gratitude!

This home was a true labor of love. We spent two years planning, designing, and building in Owensboro, Kentucky with the most fabulous clients. This type of project is ideal for us- it's our favorite thing to do. To be able to dream with the homeowners and create a space from top to bottom. The architecture, the furniture, and all of the little details were handpicked together and the end result is magical.

Our clients wanted their home to be new, but feel old in all the right ways. We wanted it to feel comfortable, classic, homey, timeless, and have as much character as we could fit into the square footage. Lucky for us, these clients have the best taste- and the best collection of vintage finds.

These photos are proof that breaking all of the rules is the way to go. No two rooms are at all the same, but we made sure to create a feeling throughout the home that was consistent and felt good.

This just goes to show that you can still have a home that makes jaws drop and is still covered in personality. You can walk through the house and really get to know this family- and that's exactly how I think it should be!

For more photos of the Kentucky Burrow, check out our online portfolio.

Featured in The Cottage Journal.

*This post was originally published on March 9, 2019.

Guys. This is one of my favorite projects to date and I am so excited that I finally get to share it with you all- and in such a special way.

This project was completed for a client who I've had the absolute joy of working with for several years. We worked together on her primary residence and when it was time to update her family lake house, we rolled up our sleeves and got to work!

I knew that this project was something special and I am so thankful to The Cottage Journal for recognizing the beauty in this home. We are incredibly humbled by the giant spread they gave us and the time spent on featuring this project.

And, of course this wouldn't be at all possible without the talented work of Kristin Vanzant. Her photography is stunning and her ability to capture a space is unreal.

Check out the Spring Issue of The Cottage Journal here.

Let's Take a Shelfie.

*This post was originally published on April 7, 2018.

I love a good bookcase. They are the most fun way to give your home a personality and house all of those little quirky things that reflect you. However, they're also the easiest way to collect junk- and no one likes a hoarder! I can say that because... well I kind of am one.

Photo by Daniel Bear Hunley

Swapping out your shelf decor is an easy way to update your space. You'd be amazed how much a room can change just by swapping a green stack of books for a black stack; or by trading out your favorite little figurine for a framed photo. The best rule of thumb when adding to your bookcase is to add and then edit. Create a color story for each shelf and stick to it.

Photo by Daniel Bear Hunley

Remember, you don't have to have everything on display all at once. When it comes to styling your space- less is more. Keeping things simple really allows you and your guests to see each individual item and appreciate it.

Photo by Daniel Bear Hunley