It can take a long time to find your rhythm in a new home. If you’re on a budget, balancing other priorities, or the house has unique quirks, it often takes a few years to settle into a comfortable groove.
White Slipcovered Sofa / Blue and White Pillows
We’ll have lived here four years this fall, and only now do we feel like the house and we are finally coming together. Moving has always been an ordeal for us, but lately design choices feel easier and more intuitive. That sense of forward motion is very satisfying.
Rattan Day Bed / More Daybeds / Macrame Stool / Round Pillow
Wood Bead Chandelier
Blue Botanical Art / Pom Pom Curtains / Guest room details
Deciding on the right color palette and style doesn’t always happen immediately. A house can feel like it has its own personality, and the best approach is to listen to what the space seems to want. That process often involves experimentation and small changes until everything feels cohesive.
Blue and white runner rug / Hallway Makeover Details / Teal lamp
This older house—she’s got personality—seems to be settling into a refreshed look that feels natural. The updates we’ve made are starting to feel like the right fit for the structure and the light.
Master Bedroom Details and Sources
Round Rattan and White Mirror
Patio Details and Sources
Our Deck Reveal and Sources
Natural wood tones combined with shades of blue, white, and some deep greens create a calm, coastal-inspired palette that suits the house. The overall feeling leans toward a subtle, modern coastal style, and we’re embracing that direction.
I prefer working with a mostly neutral base because it offers flexibility. Blues and whites can be dialed up or down to suit the season, the room, or my mood. That versatility keeps decorating fun and creative.
Blue and White Rug (my design for Annie Selke Dash & Albert!) / Kitchen Details
You’ll find some items on my blue-and-white wish list in my shop.
I’m looking forward to my next projects around the house. Thank you for following along—sharing this journey with you makes it fun.
My decor sources
A Look Back at Our Home Improvements
My House Tour
Recent Blog Posts:
DIY Terrarium Diffuser
Spring in Our Outdoor Oasis (A Side Patio Refresh)
How to Have a Happier Home
5 Fireplace Makeover Ideas
Spark Joy with Your Decorating Style (guest room update)
Changing a Square Door to an Arch (Before and Afters)