We are still not finished but at least you can see the progress so far. Below, are photos of the front of the home and dining room. The homeowners are awesome to work with, and the project is running smoothly with the normal bumps along the way. Just got back from Austin and it’s been a little over two months since I started this project. Antique chairs upholstered in a modern fabric and paired with a modern table and rug.Ībove, the antique chairs are upholstered in a traditional fabric and paired with a beautiful marble table and a clean modern kitchen – lovely! The modern chandelier over the dining table really helps bring these two spaces together nicely. Very fun! Above, the kitchen is more modern but the dining table, tablecloth and chairs are more rustic. Plus, there are modern and industrial pieces in the room that really contrast the chairs allowing the chairs to stand out even more. All images are from Lonny Magazine.Ībove, the antique chairs are painted white, upholstered in a fun stripe and paired with a rustic table. The tip is to mix them with modern pieces - maybe even updating them with paint or upholstery. So, Heather’s first question to me was, “What do I do with them”? This is a typical conundrum that many face - how to incorporate our family’s antique furniture, that has deep sentimental value, into our own spaces? The trick is weaving them into your style so that they feel a part of your home. My sister just inherited some antique Duncan Phyfe Mahogany chairs from our mother (they had originally belonged to our great-grandmother).
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