Open House: designstILes

So excited to share this next home with you. When Irene emailed me I wasn't just happy with her lovely home pictures, but in love with her blog as well. It was a win, win situation for me.

 

This is Irene and her hubby's Evan's first home. With a big chunk of money going towards a down payment they have been decorating their home on a budget. Irene hasn't let that prevent her from decorating a home that is not only fun, but a reflection of them as a couple.

 

Let's take a peek into her home :

 

I've been itching to paint my black (originally white) front door a fun color. Look at what the yummy blue Irene picked.

Highlights:

- Peek of the striped shade that was a simple white roller shade that Irene painted stripes on.

-Cool moroccan lanterns that were a left over from her sister's wedding.

 

Moving along we can see a peek into Irene's home office:

Highlights:

-Andy Warhol look-alike that Irene found in the trash and fixed up with a new frame.

-A little animal touch (a girl after my own heart) from Cost Plus World Market.

-Cool light pendant was only $45 from a local shop.

 

Desk area:

Highlights:

-The desk originally had faux wood on the backside. Irene fixed it with some black and white graphic wrapping paper!

-Glossy black fireplace.

-Wood paneling was giving a coat of white to brighten up the space.

-The little owl by the fireplace was a $20 find from Homegoods.

 

Living Room:

Highlights:

-Pink wing back was a thrift store find that was only $45!

-Crazy chair is actually a patio furniture from Pier 1!

-Cool faux ostrich table was a splurge from a local shop on sale for $700.

 

* Irene couldn’t stop thinking about that table for 2 months so made a great decision in picking it up. Yes, it was expensive, but it’s something she will always love and can used in a favorite color schemes throughout the years.

 

Close up of groovy lamp that was a flea market find for $40.

Highlights:

-Greek key end table. Reminds me of this bargain one.

 

Dining Room:

Highlights:

-Sunburst mirror wall. Irene picked them at a local shop and with the help of ebay.

-Artwork was painted by hubby’s great aunt. Love that it has history behind it.

 

Family Room:

Highlights:

-Has to be that pop of blue on the wall.

 

Accent chair in room:

Highlights:

-All of it!

-Yellow chair was a flea market find. Irene bought two for $100.

-Garden stool from Homegoods

-Rug from IKEA

 

Master Bedroom:

Highlights:

-Yummy brown paint color

-Cane pillows

-Orange wicker chair in corner

-More artwork from hubby’s great aunt.

 

Front view of bed:

Highlights:

-Amazing lattice lamps from Homegoods. Totally love these. I never saw them at my Homegoods.

 

They kinda remind me of these beauties from Jill Rosenwald:

 

Dressers with more knick knacks from Homegoods:

 

Lastly Irene gave us a little peek at her bookcase:

Highlights:

-Mid-century candlestick holders way up top are from a flea market.

-Vintage books from hubby’s grandfather.

-Horse head book ends from flea market.

 

A big thanks to Irene & Evan for letting us peek into their home. A loved the mix of flea market, vintage and a whole bunch of Home Goods. It produced quite the charming home.

 

I’m running low on open house tours so make sure you all start snapping pics of your home and sharing them with us!