The century-old house is doused in her signature mix of hot and cold hues.

I chickened out and never asked, she recalls.

(ItsPPG Paints Delicate White, PPG1001-1.)

Stephanie Sabbe Nashville project girls room

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Im not adventurous with design in a way that Im making up something new.

But color is my fun thing.

Heres how Sabbe put her palette to work.

Stephanie Sabbe historic Nashville home exterior

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I believe every room should be used, so whats the point of two that feel the exact same?

Window treatments in a Sister Parish fabric punctuate the blustery backdrop with a burst of chile red.

She underscored its moodiness by including an olive green performance-velvet sectional.

Stephanie Sabbe Nashville home entry

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Throw pillows in Jaspers Grace print in Willow temper the handsome elements with a dose of sweetness.

Its a very traditional home, so I love the juxtaposition with something more modern, says Sabbe.

Their kids were toddlers at the time, so this way, they couldnt touch it.

Stephanie Sabbe Nashville living room

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Thats the way most of our interiors flow.

(She prefers 2700K soft white bulbs.)

I think that allows a cohesive feel without having to spend a ton of money.

Stephanie Sabbe chocolate brown den with olive sofa

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This, to me, is the perfect primary bath.

Its just a feeling of Ah, exhale, says Sabbe.

Black-and-white checkerboard marble floors and a vintage tapestry that was found on Etsy ground the breezy spot.

Stephanie Sabbe Nashville dining room wallpapered ceiling Oly chandelier

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I always feel like choosing old or antique art is the way to go, she adds.

The antique-style cast-iron sink by Rejuvenation underlines the homes historic character and perfectly suits the scale of this niche.

Stephanie Sabbe Nashville historic home white kitchen

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Stephanie Sabbe Nashville home primary bedroom

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Stephanie Sabbe Nashville home primary bathroom

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Stephanie Sabbe Nashville home boy’s bedroom

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Stephanie Sabbe Nashville laundry room

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