An old colonial house with refined taste and a touch of carefree vintage charm. The combination of old patinated rustic doors and fresh clean lines, a mix of old and new, results in an exceptionally curated home that is astonishingly eclectic and beautiful.
Renovating an old 19020 Spanish house completely from the inside out, but retaining every original detail so that the character of the house remains unchanged, was my husband’s dream. Updating the kitchen and bathrooms and all the wiring and plumbing, but keeping the original hardwood floors and making it functional for our needs, is a challenge my husband took on. We open up the spaces, knocking down walls that weren’t necessary, making the living room the focus of the house. Adding texture and stucco and several coats of finishes took almost a year to get the look we were going for. The 200 year old Indian gates were used as garden gates, their arched shape and fantastic medieval design contrasting with the rustic look of the house. We kept all the original tiles, along with the arches that are the highlight of Spanish architecture. The doors had to be replaced so we ordered custom door panels from India with beautiful carvings, each bedroom had a unique opening giving the house a stunning design statement. The bedroom headboard was created with old Indian doors and the carved nightstands with pops of color made for the perfect eclectic design element.
Rustic cabinets in the kitchen sit amicably next to Spanish-style architecture, all against eggshell-white walls. A massive dining table, custom built from antique doors, gives the farmhouse an eclectic, rustic vibe, perfect for family dinners. Natural light plays on the old wooden patinas through the large open windows and arches, filling almost every room with its energy. Vintage country-style coffee tables and bullock cart benches complement the fresh modern steel appliances and bring a clean feel to the space.
At the entrance with its old brick tiles stands a damchiya, an old colorful mirrored Indian chest that welcomes guests with its energy. A bouquet of dried flowers rests on the trunk, and next to it is a huge floor mirror made from an old arch. Carved floral and paisley accents blend perfectly with the eclectic Spanish style. The charm of a restored Spanish house from the 1920s and decorated with vintage furniture and architecture is the gift my husband gave us!!
