Builder-Grade Home Into a Custom Showstopper
Fortunately, the previous three owners left the 1997 home pretty much untouched, so the challenge lie in refreshing dated finishes and adding personality to the builder-grade space. “We weren’t dealing with anything bizarre design-wise, just…basic,” she adds.
Embrace a One-of-a-Kind DIY (Or Three)
Pottery Barn, West Elm, and Crate and Barrel. “I had a strict budget, but still wanted to go beyond builder-grade options,” she notes. In the kitchen and bathrooms, she invested in beautiful drawer pulls from CB2 and matching knobs (meticulously) sourced from Amazon. “These little details really added a cohesive, custom touch to our home,” she adds.
To cut costs and add truly one-of-a-kind touches, Melissa gave the fireplace, main bedroom, and nursery creative DIY upgrades.
Finally, Melissa also DIYed the cornice trim around the drapes in her daughter’s nursery. Inspired by her fiery, spirited personality, she brought in pops of bright red and blush via the valance and pom trim.
Enamored by the natural light and gorgeous maple tree in front of the kitchen, Melissa carved out a cozy breakfast nook for her family. “This is easily one of my favorite spaces in the house,” she explains. “We eat most meals here instead of the dining room, my daughter loves to color at the table, I work here on the weekends; it truly brings so much joy to our family.”
Finish With Personal Details
To round out the custom look, Melissa embraced a heartfelt, personalized approach to decor. On the living room shelves, you’ll find scattered rocks collected from the couples’ travels, framed artwork from her daughter, and approximately 64 houseplants (and counting). “Even the plants represent our love of nature and life,” she adds. “When we find our ‘forever home’ one day, I’d love to have an attached greenhouse!”
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