When Amber Guyton bought this new-construction Craftsman-style bungalow in 2021, the possibilities were endless-for Amber and for the house. She was building her blog-turned-interior design business, Blessed Little Bungalow, and she saw every empty room as an opportunity to flex her creative muscles. "My home is my primary portfolio because it's where I can try any new thing I happen to dream up," says Amber, who lives here with her dog, Ralph. Her biggest move was to do away with the beige walls and create a distinct color scheme for each space. "I wanted my home to make me feel good and inspire others."
Living Room
MAUVE + YELLOW + BLACK
The walls make a big first impression: Amber chose a rich mauve (Love Affair by Benjamin Moore) and had the painters stop partway up, creating a color-blocked look that highlights the lofted ceiling. A rug from Anthropologie with hints of pink complements the walls. The oversize yellow lamp is from Target.
Kitchen
GREEN + PINK
The kitchen doesn't get direct sunlight, and the original cabinets were a builder-basic dark wood, which made the room look even darker. Amber painted them a deep grayish green (Current Mood by Clare) and added brushed brass hex knobs from CB2 to brighten up the space. The blush counter stools are from Statements by J.
Dining Room
MAUVE + GREEN + GOLD
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