RUSTIC MASTERPIECE

A Columbus couple takes up year-round living at their rural home.

By Kristen Brown

The high ceilings and spacious living room is accentuated with the interior design expertise of Balsam Home. All upholstery is by Lee Industries, with chairs designed in fabric by Cowtan and Tout. Charlie West lamps add illumination to the space and the cypress cabinets and beams are by Phillip’s Cabinets.

A vintage Oushack rug, lends a bold pattern and the settee is covered in Cowtan and Trout fabrics. Adoring the walls are sepia wildlife prints and vintage antler chandeliers throughout the home, from Balsam Home, add to the rustic elegance that is captured with unique interior design placement and accessories.

A distinctive vintage leather chandelier, side chairs, sisal rug and gorgeous drapes are all by Balsam Home. The drapery fabric used is by Colefax and Fowler and adds a strong pattern to contrast the dark wood features of the table and stone accent wall.

The kitchen features custom built pecky cypress cabinets by Phillip’s Cabinets which truly define the space. All of the high quality, stainless steel appliances are from Daniel Appliance.

A tranquil master bedroom suite and master bathroom were decorated by Balsam Home. The drapery fabrics are by Brunschirg and Fils,the textured carpet is by Stanton, and the matching accent chairs are by Lee Industries in Cow tan and Tout fabric. The luxurious bed linens are by Bella Notte. Completing the look with Charlie West lamps with custom shades and vintage bamboo table from Century Antiques.

A third bedroom upstairs features the design and furnishings of Balsam Home. The upholstered headboards and leather chair are by Lee Industries and the antique chest is from Century Antiques.

Upstairs bedroom wall paper by Nina Campbell. All furnishings by Balsam Home. Bed Linens by Notte Linens.

Upstairs the boys have a special “Camp Room” designed by Mary Ann How and and Lauren Averett where they sleep and play during their visits to the country. The unique built-ins were custom designed by TNT Cabinets of Phenix City. The havana fans are by Ferguson Enterprises, and circa lighting fixtures add to the overall feel of the room. All linens are by Balsam Home and custom embroidered by Cotton Blossom.

In the corresponding master bath, all plumbing fixtures are from Ferguson Enterprises. While the gorgeous accents of an antique console, tufted stool, lamps and mirror were purchased through Balsam Home.

Photos by R. Caligaris