You guys... this has been a long time coming, and I’m so excited to finally share the finished keeping room!! We just got curtains installed this week, which didn’t make the photos but promise to share those soon.
If you’ve been here for a while, you’ve watched this space evolve from mood boards and inspiration photos into what it is today. I think it’s so fun to see where we started versus where we landed.
This room really came together with the help of my sister & mom at Heron Design House. They have such a gift for styling, and they helped create a space that feels collected, warm, and lived in—exactly what I wanted!
One of our favorite local resources was Heritage House here on St. Simons Island. We found so many special finishing pieces there that really make the room feel layered instead of overly designed.
One of the biggest design decisions in this room was all of the upholstered furniture. Every upholstered piece came from Coley Home—the sofa, the swivel chairs, an ostrich chair & my favorite little mushroom ottoman. We worked with performance fabrics in really custom colors inspired by the marsh outside our windows. I wanted the room to feel coastal, but not beachy. Warm, collected, and timeless with subtle color.
The pillows are some of my favorites! The pink patterned pillows came from a little shop in Atlanta, but I found a very similar option on Etsy. One thing I love about Coley Home is that every chair includes coordinating pillows, but I actually swapped those out in the ostrich chair for a fun animal print. I’d originally purchased those pillows for our bedroom, ended up with an extra, and loved the unexpected mix out here.
The lamps are from Visual Comfort, but I’ll these are a great look-for-less option. The custom shades were sourced through Heron Design House, and they’re one of those details that completely changed the feel of the room.
You’ll notice coffee table books everywhere. We stacked them on shelves, tables, and just about every surface because I think they instantly make a room feel personal. Here are some of my favorite design books below if you’re looking to start your own collection.
The artwork is especially fun as it was one of my first big girl purchases. It’s by Atlanta artist Caryn Crawford, and I actually found these pieces nearly five years ago at Scott Antique Markets. They’ve moved from house to house with us, and I finally feel like they found their forever spot.
One of my favorite styling moments is the antique oyster plates layered above the artwork. We originally thought we’d create a full plate wall, but I loved how much more interesting they looked mixed with the art instead. If you’re trying to recreate the look, there are some beautiful vintage options on Etsy.
Our coffee table has a funny story too. It’s from Ballard Designs, but we actually found it in their clearance warehouse years ago with some damage. I painted it myself, and it’s become one of my favorite pieces in the house. Here’s the current version if you’re interested!
The built-ins are still a work in progress—and honestly, I hope they always are. I wanted them to feel collected instead of perfectly styled, so we focused on neutral books, little pops of color that pull from the room, and meaningful objects we’ve collected over the years. I linked everything I can here, but many of these pieces have simply been gathered over time.
One recent addition that I absolutely love are the hurricanes sitting on the mantel beneath our Frame TV. They’re simple, classic, and add just enough texture without competing with everything else in the room. I found similar here for you!
The rug might be the quiet hero of the space. It pulls together all of the colors I love—the soft greens, blues, warm neutrals, and subtle blush tones—and almost feels like a reflection of the marsh just outside.
One of my favorite views in the house is looking from this room toward the bar. I love how the colors and textures carry throughout the spaces, making everything feel connected without feeling overly matched.
This room isn’t perfect, and I’m sure it’ll continue to evolve as we collect more pieces over the years. But that’s honestly my favorite way to decorate. I never want our home to feel like it was purchased all at once—I want it to tell the story of places we’ve been, things we’ve found, and people who’ve helped make it feel like home.
I’ve rounded up every piece I could find below, along with similar options for the vintage finds that are impossible to source exactly. I hope this gives you a little inspiration for creating a home that feels layered, personal, and uniquely yours.
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