The secret to good design

I walked into this Charlotte home and immediately wished I could bottle the feeling. It was the little bit of sunshine and cheer we’ve all been looking for this winter.

The charming Charlotte home — with character and designer finishes — will leave you dreaming and energized. Every wall, every corner, every detail — intentionally finished. While I toured this home in-person, it was hard to capture it all in an Instagram Reel. 

So I partnered with the realtor, Meredith Tomascak, and interior designer, Anne Pearson, to bring you beautiful images that I think you’ll love.

Anne has graciously provided paint colors and other sources which I share below. I’ve also asked her to share some advice for homeowners aspiring to create a home that feels finished and personalized. 

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Now, sit back and enjoy the tour.

The Paint | sherwin williams clary sage (railings and front door)

You have beautiful artwork. Where are some of your favorite places to source art?

Anne: I purchase a lot through artists I follow on Instagram: Caleb Mahoney, Renee Bouchon, Laura McCarty, Alexis Walters, Catherine B Jones. I also have been bidding on antique paintings on live auction like the one in the laundry room. I had that one reframed.

The Advice (from Anne) | I really focused on buying smaller pieces that I love and then put some money into the framing. It takes time to develop a collection. Decorating slowly is not a bad thing!! Take your time and get the bones of your house right first then work on adding all the layers.

Anne’s home has evolved over the last six years. She truly has lived into her advice to take your time and find the things you love.

For example, here is the entry way during the process of decorating.

Now!!

Your home feels so collected and layered. Where do you look and what do you look for when thinking about accessories?

Anne: I scour Etsy and consignment stores for accessories like old books and turnbridge boxes and my little collection of marble fruits. All of these together add so much warmth and character to a home.

The Wallpaper | quadrille arbre de matisse camel on tint

The Paint | sherwin williams clary sage (same as railings and front door)

The Paint | extra white by sherwin williams, tricorn black by sherwin williams

What advice would you give a homeowner just starting out decorating their home?

The Advice (from Anne): I will have to heed my own advice with our new/old house as it will not be done in a day a week or even a year. Good design takes time.

For more on this home, check out my Instagram Reel and the listing by Meredith Tomascak. 

For home finds I love, head over to my ShopMy page. Lots of pretty, new pieces!!