Here we go again, it is that time of the year, the time we take on the ONE ROOM CHALLENGE and transform a space and do it in eight weeks.

Here we are on week # 3 of the ONE ROOM CHALLENGE, sponsored by BETTER HOMES & GARDENS magazine. There are a lot of guest participants with amazing projects on their hands who are transforming some great spaces. In the meantime, as I browse through the graphics on the #oneroomchallenge web page, I wonder… do I still want to learn to use power tools?

After shopping and and all the hoopla is done, there is a strange feeling left behind, kind of like. Oh! Was that it? Is it over? Then we take the decorations down and the feeling that something is missing lingers.

I have known this client for about 2 years before I started working with her developing the concept for her enchanting, European Coastal Cottage. Using the term “European” loosely as my client who I am now proud to call my friend and esteemed doctor- loves Italy, is partial to England and is inspired by all things vintage, antique and cute.