A Serene and Light Nursery for Our Fourth Baby
Designing this nursery felt extra special — it’s for our fourth baby and third little boy. With each child, I’ve learned that a nursery doesn’t need to be overdone to feel meaningful. For this space, I wanted it to feel serene, light, and timeless — a calm corner of our home that feels just right for him.
Designing this nursery felt extra special — it’s for our fourth baby and third little boy. After years of creating spaces for each of our children, I’ve realized that nurseries are about more than design — they’re about slowing down, preparing for a new rhythm, and making room in both your home and your heart. For this little one, I wanted a space that felt serene, light, and full of peace.
The room itself is bright and airy, flooded with natural light, so I softened it with cozy textures. The faux grasscloth wallpaper from Society Social adds a beautiful layer of warmth, while a plush rug, custom cut and bound for the space, grounds the room in softness. It’s already become a favorite spot for the older kids to sit together and adore their new baby brother.
The dresser from Winston’s Collection in Winston-Salem feels beautifully crafted and classic, while the Ballard baskets tucked beside it hold blankets, books, and tiny essentials. Next to the rocking chair sits an acrylic drink table — a simple Amazon find I thought would be temporary but love too much to replace. And one of my favorite details: the cordless floor lamp from Pooky Lighting with a pleated stripe lamp shade, keeping cords hidden and the space looking calm.
The artwork adds a timeless touch, with pieces from JSH Home Essentials and Etsy, and cream and brown hanging plates featuring fish and hunting scenes — a subtle nod to the boys’ rooms and their love for the outdoors. The drapery fabric, another Society Social find, was sewn locally into pinch-pleat curtains, lined in blackout fabric to keep the space dark and restful. I chose one-and-a-half widths so they’d close completely and hung them on brass French return rods from Amazon to block out even the smallest bit of light.
Now that we’re settling in, I often find the older kids quietly gathered here — reading, giggling, or just taking turns holding their baby brother. This nursery is light and lovely, but more than that, it already holds some of my favorite new memories.
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6 Tips for Styling Your Conversation Room
Picking the perfect paint color for your front door is a tough choice—here are 10 designer-loved options.
Today I'm giving you a tour of my personal conversation room! If you've been following on Instagram, you know my Charlotte, North Carolina home renovation has been a true labor of love—and if you've been through a reno, you know how accurate that cliche is.
I'm not sure I'll ever feel completely "done," but I love how this room has come together over the years. It's comfortable and cozy, while still having that classic, sophisticated flare that makes my design-loving heart happy. Here's what I learned styling this space.
1. Paint goes a long way
We loved the color of this room when we moved in, but a few spots needed a touch-up. I couldn't imagine the room any other color, so, we did a Sherwin-Williams custom color match. Paint colors are by far the most-requested resource from the Garden & Grace community so I'll share the exact formula below.
2. Mix old and new pieces
We shared a post recently all about incorporating English antiques, and this room is more proof that mixing old and new pieces is the key to building character in a space.
3. layer in lighting
We've said it before, lighting plays an important role in communicating style and setting the mood. I was so honored to work with Pooky Lighting for this room! I went with a swing articulated floor lamp with a pleated shade in keeping with my traditional style.
4. Consider custom window treatments
I credit our custom window treatments for really giving our conversation room that tailored, clean look. I used a Thibaut fabric for the cornice boards and Schumacher for the drapes, in collaboration with my dear friend Laurin at Cambridge Row. The pop of color and pattern brings me so much joy every time I catch a glimpse of this treasured room.
5. Add Personal items
Beautifully framed photos, coffee table books and an orchid add so much personality to this room. They're easy to swap out each season, too, which helps keep this space feeling fresh and current.
6. Rugs Pull A Room Together
I worked with Cambridge Row and English Village Lane to design a custom rug that coordinates with my walls and window treatments. The topiary boarder we created is so special—and the perfect nod to Garden & Grace. It really helped this space feel even more cohesive and layered. You can actually buy my exact rug!
Want to see more of my personal home? My powder bath and our kids' bathroom are on the blog!
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