GRANDFATHERED IN
Moving into a new home is always special, but moving into a home filled with memories? That’s something truly meaningful. This virtual interior design project for my clients’ living room offered a thoughtful roadmap, guiding the homeowners with intentional design decisions and giving them a clear direction as they began making the space their own.
This project wasn’t about starting from scratch. It was about honoring the past while thoughtfully creating a space for the future. The home once belonged to the husband’s grandparents, a place filled with childhood memories, family gatherings, and a deep sense of comfort. The goal was clear: make the home their own without erasing the story that was already written within its walls.
ROOTED IN TRADITION, REFRESHED WITH INTENTION
With a love for traditional design, the homeowners wanted their main living area to feel timeless, warm, and collected. We leaned into classic silhouettes and familiar materials while gently layering in fresh elements to give the home new life.
Soft, neutral upholstery sets a calm foundation, allowing texture to take center stage. Tailored sofas, cozy armchairs, and subtle curves invite you to sit, stay, and settle in. Thoughtful details, like woven pillows, warm wood tones, and timeworn finishes add depth without overpowering the space.
A THOUGHTFUL PLAY OF COLOR AND TEXTURE
While the palette remains classic, it’s far from boring. Muted taupes, creamy whites, and soft grays are warmed up with natural wood, brass accents, and hints of blue woven throughout the space. Patterned ceramics, layered rugs, and tactile textiles keep the room feeling lived-in and loved.
A special detail in the living space is the side table, sourced from Hayley Simmons (@hay_simmons), who has an incredible eye for finding one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. The table adds character and history to the room, an intentional nod to the home’s roots and a perfect example of how vintage elements can ground a space while enhancing its story.
A NOTE FROM THE CLIENT
I was truly honored to receive such generous words from Emily following the completion of the room:
“Working with [Organized Design] was exactly what I needed when I didn’t know where to start in my living room. J was incredibly kind and patient, and walked me through a couple of options without making it feel overwhelming. By the end, I had a solid starting point and a direction I felt confident building on! Highly recommend J and hope to get to work with her to organize some of my spaces in the future as well!” - Emily
HONORING THE PAST, LIVING IN THE PRESENT
One of the most meaningful parts of this transformation was preserving the soul of the home. Architectural details, traditional styling, and a sense of balance throughout the space pay quiet tribute to the grandparents who once lived here. Rather than erasing history, the design gently carries it forward.
This home now tells a new story, one that blends generations, memories, and modern living. It’s proof that design does not have to forget the past to feel fresh. Sometimes, the most beautiful spaces are the ones that remember where they came from.
A fresh chapter has begun, written on a foundation of love, tradition, and timeless style.
