Second time’s the charm!
“It felt like a family home,” says Fogelgren.
“I immediately loved how it had formal rooms but all of the spaces still felt connected.
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It was warm and welcoming.”
Choosing a designer to tackle the renovation was easy.
Before the move, they had been working withLaura Jenkinsto reimagine their Atlanta bungalow.
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Halting progress there, the pair brought the Georgia designer along for the Lowcountry turnaround.
“Walking through downtown Charleston, there is so much inspiration and color,” explains Fogelgren.
“Since its a very black-and-white house, we wanted to brighten it and add some cheer.”
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18)on the trim andBenjamin Moores Simply White (OC-117)on the walls.
Up the staircase, an ever-changinggallery wallintroduces color and character.
“These are mostly Charleston artists,” says Fogelgren.
“Extend cabinetry to the ceiling to maximize storage, give the room more height, and eliminate dust issues,” says Laura Jenkins.Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Kate Malpeli
Ive found a lot of vintage artwork and local pieces over the past few years.
To balance the newness, they found inspiration in English farmhouses.
Take a Moody Approach
A closet turned butlers pantry, paintedFarrow & Balls Inchyra Blue (No.
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289), brings a little drama to the otherwise light color scheme.
While the covered porch and pool were existing, the bar setup is new.
Strike a Balance
The family of four wanted a comfortable, fuss-free area to gather.
A sofa with room to sprawl out was their first purchase.
Art and textiles layer personality into the white room.
“Its very relaxing and gives us everything we need,” says Fogelgren.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Kate Malpeli
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Kate Malpeli
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Kate Malpeli
