Curated Coast
Here at Chernee’s House, we believe in creating spaces that inspire, uplift, and bring ideas to life. This blog is where I share insights, projects, and creative inspiration, along with personal reflections and tips to help you on your journey. Whether you’re here for fresh ideas, expert advice, or just a little spark of inspiration, you’re in the right place!
Browse through our latest posts below, and don’t forget to check back often for new content. I’d love to hear from you, so feel free to share your thoughts and join the conversation!
How Our Dining Room Transformed Into Something Even Better
I’ve always loved to entertain. In the summer, it comes naturally. Our home may not be large, but between the porch and the lakefront we can comfortably host 50 or more people without it ever feeling crowded. The doors are open, the air is warm, and people move freely...
Our Kitchen: Letting Go of the Window and Finding Something Better
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 Coastal Bathroom: The Inspiration Behind the Design
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...
How I’m Layering Pattern in Our Morning Room
Learn how to mix floral patterns using blue and green botanical fabrics. See how I layer scale, color, and texture in our Morning Room.
How to Create a Professional Design Plan You Can Actually Implement Yourself
Learn how to create a professional interior design plan you can implement yourself — with clarity, cohesion, and confidence from the start.
Why Shopping for Your Home Feels So Overwhelming (And How to Make It Easier)
Feeling overwhelmed by decorating decisions? Discover how Partner Shopping Interior Design offers collaborative guidance so you can design with confidence.
How Much Interior Design Support Do You Really Need?
Choosing interior design support doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Learn how different levels of interior design services fit real homes and lifestyles.
How Plans Evolve During a Home Addition: Lessons From Our Build
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.
Designing Our English Cottage Morning Room: A Lake House Retreat
Tour our English cottage–inspired morning room designed for lake living—featuring patterned tile, wallpaper accents, smart storage, and cozy charm.
Walk-In Shower Upgrade for Our Lake House Bathroom
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 a Lake House with a Cohesive Color Palette & Intentional Flow
Designing our lake house with intention—exploring a cohesive color palette, architectural flow, and the vision behind our morning room renovation.
Finding a Builder and an Architect: What We Learned While Planning Our Lake House Addition
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.