Many of you have asked to see more of my son and daughter-in-law’s charming 1930’s home. I thought I would share a roundup of the posts I have done on their home while I am enjoying my vacation in beautiful Savannah. Let’s chat about How to Refresh an Old Home While Maintaining its Charm.
They have since added shutters but here is a shot of the front of their home.
I believe they are the 4th owners of this wonderful home. Colin and Lauren own Farmer’s Union Pourhouse in Salinas a popular local watering hole that features carefully selected craft beers and wines. They were forced to close during the pandemic for over a year (they don’t serve food and had no outdoor space). During that time they landscaped their entire yard, painted their entire house, refinished their wood floors, remodeled two bathrooms, and their basement. I probably forgot a few projects, but you get the drift…they are workers!
There’s a reason historic homes hold such allure. They have unique architectural details, and a rich history. But let’s face it, sometimes those old-world features need a modern refresh. If you’re looking to renovate your older home, you might enjoy seeing how Colin and Lauren kept their home’s charm intact, while keeping it functional and fresh.
How to Refresh an Old Home While Maintaining its Charm
They salvaged all of the original interesting architectural details including the built in cabinetry, beautiful mouldings, and hard wood floors. They replaced the older windows with new ones that maintained the character but improved efficiency. They opened up some areas to create a more open layout. They used materials that complemented the original ones. Below are the posts where I have featured different areas of their home. They are currently redoing their kitchen. When that project is finished they will have remodeled the entire home themselves. Enjoy!
How to Get a Fresh Collected Look in your Home
A young couple shows you how. Today I am joining my pals Annie and Mary Ann and a group of talented bloggers and we are talking about a Spring Decor Refresh. Those of you who are regular readers know that we are getting ready to move so our house is definitely not ready for Spring.
Stylish Solutions for Small Baths
Kelly, one of my readers, recently contacted me and asked me if I would ever consider doing a post on Powder Rooms. Interestingly enough our fixer-upper involves reconfiguring a half bath to make room for a tiny shower and vanity that will be our master bath. Not only was Kelly’s request timely it got me
Five Simple Tips to Create the Illusion of Space in a Small Bedroom
Today I am joining a design savvy group of my blogging friends and we are talking about cozy bedrooms. How does one decorate a small bedroom (or three) and make the room feel cozy and much larger? It takes some strategic styling and creative organization to make a small space live large. Let’s talk about
Walk In Closet Makeover with IKEA PAX SYSTEM
Today Annie, Mary Ann, and I are joining three other blogging friends to talk about closet organization and styling. My son and daughter-in-law bought a beautiful older house a few years ago and have been gradually restoring it. Their craft beer and wine tasting business has been shut down for over a year due to
Clever Storage Ideas for a Small Stylish Laundry Room
If your home doesn’t have an expansive laundry room with all the bells and whistles no need to worry. With a little creativity you can create a space for everything you need. Thanks to the owner’s clever storage ideas and making the most of the space they had available. This lovely home was built in
Thank you for reading How to Refresh an Old Home While Maintaining its Charm. I hope you enjoyed how Colin and Lauren embraced their beloved old home by preserving its character. A well thought out renovation is an homage to the past, as well as a celebration of the present.
Related: Simple Spring Cleaning and Decorating Tips to Refresh your Home
Oh, their business sounds wonderful, we will definitely stop there the next time we head to Pajaro/Carmel/Monterey!
Another great post, thank you!
Please do!!
Cindy, I loved your past posts about this charming home. I am sure that they get their work ethic from you and your husband. You both work incredibly hard and it shows in all that you do. Have a wonderful vacation.
Hi Cindy,
Colin and Lauren have a beautiful home.
They worked so hard on turning it into something so very special. I think Colin inherited that creative and hands on do anything from you both and Lauren is a natural at her vision and all the talents she brings to creating and restoring an old home. The bones of the home looks strong
and substantial. So smart of them to do all the work while the pandemic was happening. You must be so very happy for them, and just a tiny bit proud.
Hi Katherine
Sorry for the slow response. I am enjoying my vacation. Colin and Lauren are very talented. We are very proud of them.
Such a charming house your son and daughter in law have! Really love that pair of lamps that he made!
Kudos to them in creating such a lovely space !
Hi Michelle
thank you…they have done a fabulous job with their home