When we began planning the addition to our home, the kitchen wasn’t originally the focus of the project. For the most part, the layout stayed the same. We didn’t replace the appliances, and we didn’t completely gut the space. What we did change, however, was how the...
Our bathroom walk-in shower has officially been complete for about a month now, and I finally feel ready to share the why behind the design. For the most part, I’m really pleased with how it turned out. That said, this was a remodel, not a brand-new build, and with...
Learn how to mix floral patterns using blue and green botanical fabrics. See how I layer scale, color, and texture in our Morning Room.
Building a home addition? Learn how plans evolve during construction, when to pivot, and how early design changes can lead to a better final space.
Tour our English cottage–inspired morning room designed for lake living—featuring patterned tile, wallpaper accents, smart storage, and cozy charm.
Our walk-in shower upgrade became the second major project we knew we had to tackle if we were truly going to live at the lake full-time. Updating the upstairs bathroom — specifically replacing the original whirlpool tub — was about comfort, safety, and designing a...
Designing our lake house with intention—exploring a cohesive color palette, architectural flow, and the vision behind our morning room renovation.
Planning a home addition at the lake came with surprises—from pricing and variance laws to navigating slow timelines. Here’s what we learned while choosing our builder and architect, plus advice we wish we had from the start.
Returning to lake life meant rethinking space, storage, and how we truly live. Discover how our first major lake house addition turned a design challenge into a light-filled morning room built for everyday living.
Welcome to Chernee’s House, where Southern charm meets lakeside living through thoughtful interior design. As a passionate designer and mompreneur based in Upstate NY, I transform spaces with a unique blend of elevated style and lived-in comfort. From vintage finds to DIY projects, follow along as I share design inspiration and behind-the-scenes glimpses of creating beautiful, functional homes that tell a story.