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‘Oh Hey Highlands’ Reveal Part 2:
Kitchen + Dining

Welcome back, friends! If you’ve been following us on Instagram, you already know we’ve been rolling out a 4-part series walkthrough of this dreamy project, diving into all the nitty-gritty design details. If you haven’t checked it out yet, no worries—we’ve got you. Click here for Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, and Part 4...

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A Case for Painted Wood Floors

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Stonebriar Galvanized Metal Serving Tray
Wicker Serving Tray with Lid
Galvanized Metal Beverage Party Tub
Outdoor Wicker Rocking Chair with Ottoman
Tepa Accent Rechargeable Table Lamp
Celina Coastal White Cushion Woven Wicker Natural Teak Outdoor Sofa
Doug Good Feather Adirondack Blanket
Leland Tonal Gray Faux Stone Hourglass Outdoor Side Table
Outdoor Dining Armchair with Cushion
Clemmie Concrete Coffee Table
Stargazer Garden Lights Set of 21 Bulbs, Clear
Stargazer Garden Lights Socket Strand, 20′
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Latitude Run Hurricane Candleholders
Lucia Acrylic Wine Glasses
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I wish more people knew that hiring a designer doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

You don’t need to be building your dream home.
You don’t need a six-figure renovation.
You don’t need every detail figured out before reaching out.

Sometimes you just need someone to help you think through the next step.

Over the years, we’ve worked with clients on everything from paint colors and furniture layouts to full-home renovations and new construction projects. That’s why we’ve intentionally created multiple ways to work together.

Whether you need an hour of guidance, a complete virtual design plan, or full-service support, we’ll help you find the option that makes the most sense for your project.

Beautiful homes aren’t created by having all the answers. They start with a plan.

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I wish more people knew that hiring a designer doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

You don’t need to be building your dream home.
You don’t need a six-figure renovation.
You don’t need every detail figured out before reaching out.

Sometimes you just need someone to help you think through the next step.

Over the years, we’ve worked with clients on everything from paint colors and furniture layouts to full-home renovations and new construction projects. That’s why we’ve intentionally created multiple ways to work together.

Whether you need an hour of guidance, a complete virtual design plan, or full-service support, we’ll help you find the option that makes the most sense for your project.

Beautiful homes aren’t created by having all the answers. They start with a plan.

Comment ‘HELP’ and we’ll send you more information.
I wish more people knew that hiring a designer doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

You don’t need to be building your dream home.
You don’t need a six-figure renovation.
You don’t need every detail figured out before reaching out.

Sometimes you just need someone to help you think through the next step.

Over the years, we’ve worked with clients on everything from paint colors and furniture layouts to full-home renovations and new construction projects. That’s why we’ve intentionally created multiple ways to work together.

Whether you need an hour of guidance, a complete virtual design plan, or full-service support, we’ll help you find the option that makes the most sense for your project.

Beautiful homes aren’t created by having all the answers. They start with a plan.

Comment ‘HELP’ and we’ll send you more information.
I wish more people knew that hiring a designer doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

You don’t need to be building your dream home.
You don’t need a six-figure renovation.
You don’t need every detail figured out before reaching out.

Sometimes you just need someone to help you think through the next step.

Over the years, we’ve worked with clients on everything from paint colors and furniture layouts to full-home renovations and new construction projects. That’s why we’ve intentionally created multiple ways to work together.

Whether you need an hour of guidance, a complete virtual design plan, or full-service support, we’ll help you find the option that makes the most sense for your project.

Beautiful homes aren’t created by having all the answers. They start with a plan.

Comment ‘HELP’ and we’ll send you more information.
I wish more people knew that hiring a designer doesn’t have to be all or nothing.

You don’t need to be building your dream home.
You don’t need a six-figure renovation.
You don’t need every detail figured out before reaching out.

Sometimes you just need someone to help you think through the next step.

Over the years, we’ve worked with clients on everything from paint colors and furniture layouts to full-home renovations and new construction projects. That’s why we’ve intentionally created multiple ways to work together.

Whether you need an hour of guidance, a complete virtual design plan, or full-service support, we’ll help you find the option that makes the most sense for your project.

Beautiful homes aren’t created by having all the answers. They start with a plan.

Comment ‘HELP’ and we’ll send you more information.
Yes, this is intentional. No, they’re not supposed to match 🤍

When I was designing this kitchen, I wasn’t chasing a “perfect white.” I wanted something that felt old-world, a little Southern, a little rustic. Using a creamy cabinet color next to cool carrara marble keeps the space from feeling sharp and gives it that depth.

There are no rules here. Matching whites is overrated. Marble and paint don’t need to be identical to work together—they need contrast to actually feel interesting.

Save this for your next kitchen cabinet renovation!