TRANSITIONAL LAKE HOME
Ten years ago I collaborated on this project with designer Douglas Helkenn, as well as a husband and wife team who have exceedingly good taste. The original selections fit them perfectly at the time, but I was happy when they decided to refresh some basic pieces by reupholstering sofas, adding new toss pillows, and swapping out bedding.
When you start with good furniture, you are able to change it up; it can grow and change with you. Besides being comfortable with the fact that you are re-using pieces you know and love - the way they feel, the way they fit in the room, the way they fit your body - you can also feel good about not being part of the throw-away society and adding to our landfills.
When you start with good furniture, you are able to change it up; it can grow and change with you. Besides being comfortable with the fact that you are re-using pieces you know and love - the way they feel, the way they fit in the room, the way they fit your body - you can also feel good about not being part of the throw-away society and adding to our landfills.