“Renewal” must be one of the most beautiful words in the English language.
It conjures images of fresh flowers growing after a long winter, new babies born and that much-needed (but often far too seldom taken) time for ourselves.
Summer, for us, is always a time of renewal, a time to relax the schedule at least a tiny bit and focus on more fun, less work and, of course, no school!
More time with friends and family, longer days and shorter to-do lists help provide that much-needed renewal for us.
Just like we do, our homes can begin to get a little tired, not only from basic wear and tear but also in the ways in which we adorn them.
This beyond charming Lake Michigan cottage was ready for a bit of a facelift.
And, in the hands of Chenault James Interior Design, it certainly found its new life.
A bright and sunny palette instantly breathes new life into a space, and nothing says “fun” like yellow and green.
Old furniture gets new sense of purpose with fresh paint, making the entire space feel fresh but still maintaining a treasured home’s history.
Nothing adds character to a beach cottage quite like wood paneling.
But painting it makes the entire scheme feel lighter and brighter.
Simple touches like these yellow floors add a vibrant element.
And fun hints of the color bring joy into the bathroom.
Even the laundry room has loads of personality! We couldn’t adore this Lake Michigan home–and its chic, effortless combination of old and new, any more. Renewal, indeed!
Wishing you a wonderful day, chic readers. Thanks so much for making us a part of your day!
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Good Morning Girls,
The yellows, greens and blues are refreshing, cheering and fun. Also like the symmetry of furniture and accessories.
xo
Patty
I like the colors but the overall effect does not reflect a lake cottage look. Looks like an apartment in the city. We vacation in turn of the last century, 20’s, 30’s lake cottages on Lake Erie spruced up to reflect the vintage look of that era and it is charming. Adirondack chairs, porch swings, wooden tables with wicker chairs, upright piano’s, bar harbor wicker furniture, chiffarobes, wilton carpets with wood floors. People today are afraid to decorate with antiques, unless they paint them white. Everything is ‘modern’ in look. The cozy, cabin, country look has been sanitized. I often look at decades old Veranda, colonial homes magazines for inspiration now.
I enjoy your posts and your taste is exquisite.
Spot on Denise – although I think there is room for both types of decor. That refresh was darling – and probably a younger generation who may not have experienced the type of decor you are talking about.