There’s something special about a residence that blends the beauty of the past with the ease of modern living,
and this historic Beacon Hill home makeover does just that.
Designed by the talented Honey Collins, the layout and finishes were updated for today’s lifestyle,
while the home’s original architectural details—like the crown molding, beautiful windows, and ornate trim—were thoughtfully preserved.
It’s the kind of space that feels both fresh and familiar, where history and comfort live side by side.
One of my favorite parts? The design choices that bring a little personality to every room.
From statement light fixtures that add just the right amount of drama
to wallpaper that feels classic but unexpected,
the home is full of those little touches that make you want to linger.
This chair will suffice to that end!
Blue and white is always a great choice for
the primary bedroom.
with a cozy spot for lounging
and spa-like bathroom to begin and end your day
What could be better?
Whether you love traditional details or lean a bit more modern, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found in every corner.
What’s your favorite part of this historic Beacon Hill home makeover? Let us know in the comments below and as always, thank you for visiting Design Chic!
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“Queen of the beach read,” (Cosmopolitan) New York Times bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey returns with a heartfelt escape to coastal Carolina.
After the worst day in her professional life, burnt-out NICU nurse Daisy Stevens runs to Cape Carolina, North Carolina, looking for a new life—and possibly new romance. On her first day at her “simpler” job, high school baseball coach Mason Thaysden discovers an abandoned baby, sending ripples through the entire tight-knit town of Cape Carolina.
Mason is still struggling to reconcile the scars of the injury that kept him out of the big leagues, stuck in his hometown, and searching for a way out. This newcomer and the child they’ve saved together might be just the motivation he needs to stay put. Sparks fly as Mason acquaints Daisy with Cape Carolina, introducing her to his friends and family, including his batty Aunt Tilley, who is looking for relief from long-buried family secrets and her own fresh start.
But as Daisy becomes increasingly attached to this abandoned child, and begins facing her own demons in the process, a startling discovery is made that threatens to rip the entire town of Cape Carolina apart, placing Daisy, Mason, and Tilley in the center of the storm. In a novel that proves that “Kristy Woodson Harvey is (the) go-to for elevated beach reads” (People), they will each learn that with love, understanding—and a community theater production of Hello, Dolly!—sometimes life conspires to bring us just exactly where we belong.
